A tuneful meander through the world of science, philosophy, theology and metaphysics. Join philosopher & composer Sean Crowley as he attempts to unpick the infinity of ”what is”. follow for Monthly Episodes + Weekly YouTube Visualations
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What ties mind to matter? Does the self die during teleportation? Can the self be uploaded? Join us for our final chapter of Act 1, as we journey through the realms where science and philosophy meet. Act 1 - Chapter 13: Spectre / Robota http://linktr.ee/Infinite #philosophy #metaphysics #hardproblem #consciousness #mindmatter #history #mind #scienc…
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The Digital & The Spaces Between
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Is Time fundamentally quanta? And if so, are the self and consciousness also fundamentally quanta? What is it for something to be considered quanta in the first place, and furthermore… what does it mean to be fundamental? In this chapter, we unpick these and try to understand our 21st-century concepts of self, mind, time and reality. Act 1 - Chapte…
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The Shifting Self (2/2)
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How does the self retain identity when it's in constant flux? In this episode, we conclude the second half of this investigation, discussing modern advancements in neuroscience that shape our understanding of this metaphysical Self and its ever-shifting nature. In loving memory of Angelina Low. Act 1 - Chapter 11: The Shifting Self (part 2) http://…
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The Shifting Self (1/2)
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What happens when two minds govern the same brain? Do parasites dictate my identity? In this episode, we investigate the brain's influence over the metaphysical self and ask how it can be considered actual, given its ever-shifting nature. Now Act 1 - Chapter 11: The Shifting Self http://linktr.ee/Infinite #neurobiology #philosophy #metaphysics #har…
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Chapter 10: In this episode, we investigate psychedelic research, neurobiology, meditation and its effects on the brain - all so that we can further unpick the fundamental nature of self and mortality. So, don the headphones, lay back, and take a pause in the crazy. And be sure to check our weekly visualisations at: https://www.youtube.com/@Infinit…
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Seeking Reality's Ultimate Character
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Materialism or Idealism? What is reality's ultimate character? Matter, Mind or other? And perhaps more importantly, how should we be thinking about these questions and the answers we offer? Welcome to Unfoldings, a subseries designed to support our regular monthly 'Infinite Now' chapters. A chance to enable a deeper reflection upon some of the more…
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Chapter 9: In this episode, we uncover the history behind mind-body dualism and ponder over the materialism of neuroscience. So, don the headphones, lay back, and take a pause in the crazy. And be sure to check our weekly visualisations at: https://www.youtube.com/@InfiniteNow_withSeanCrowley #philosophy #metaphysics #hardproblem #consciousness #mi…
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Chapter 8: In this episode, we unfold the pillars of quantum mechanics—from superposition to wave-particle duality—and continue our ongoing inquiry into the physical self. So, don the headphones, lay back, and take that pause in the crazy while I meander through some of the many timeless riddles that have plagued humanity since we first looked up a…
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Chapter 7: In this episode, we begin our exploration of the self, asking: Is there any physical basis for our idea of self? Where does the thread of life really begin? Body or life, colour or eye, chicken or egg — what came first? Who is the observer? So, don the headphones, lay back, and take that pause in the crazy while I meander through some of…
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Exploring Reality's Dependence on Observers
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Welcome to Unfoldings, a subseries designed to support our regular monthly 'Infinite Now' chapters. Offering a deeper reflection upon some of the more nuanced philosophical and scientific concepts, as well as a place for our community to offer their thoughts, insights, and feedback. This week, we discuss the philosophy of science, the expansion of …
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Chapter 6: How are Time and Free Will connected? Does determinism deny both? And what type of universe would allow either to be actual? We're starting to get in the thick of it now - so don the headphones, lay back, and take that pause in the crazy while I meander through some of the many timeless riddles that have plagued humanity since we first l…
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The Ends Of Time (Part 2)
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Chapter 5: How does physics use infinity? Does it tie us into some grander emptiness, or should infinity be considered an end in itself? And can this help us in our investigation of Time? Don the headphones, lay back, and take that pause in the crazy while I meander through some of the many timeless riddles that have plagued humanity since we first…
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Chapter 4: Can certain infinities be larger than others? If so, what does that really mean? That's what we shall be asking today as we continue to unfold our understanding of Time. So don the headphones, lay back, and take a pause in the crazy while I meander through some of the many timeless riddles that have plagued humanity since we first looked…
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The Ends Of Time (Part 1)
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Chapter 3: We continue our investigation of Time with the help of three greatly influential thinkers and consider how their thinking has shaped the modern understanding of time's beginning and end. So don the headphones, lay back, and take that pause in the crazy while I meander through some of the many timeless riddles that have plagued humanity s…
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Know Your Metaphysical Framework
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Welcome to Unfoldings, a subseries designed to support our regular monthly 'Infinite Now' chapters. A chance to enable a deeper reflection upon some of the more nuanced philosophical and scientific concepts and also provides a place for our community to offer their thoughts, insights, and feedback. This week, we discuss metaphysical frameworks. Whe…
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An Even Briefer History Of Time
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Chapter 2: We begin our unticking of 'Time'. How long has it been, and how much longer can it continue? And how does it all stack up against infinity? Don the headphones, lay back, and take that pause in the crazy while I meander through some of the many timeless riddles that have plagued humanity since we first looked up at the stars. And be sure …
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An Astronomically Quantum World
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Chapter 1: We go day-tripping through the universe, big and small, and start to consider how it all might stack up against infinity. So don the headphones, lay back, and take that pause in the crazy while I meander through some of the many timeless riddles that have plagued humanity since we first looked up at the stars. And be sure to check our we…
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Series Introduction: Don the headphones, lay back, and take that pause in the crazy while I meander through some of the many timeless riddles that have plagued humanity since we first looked up at the stars. Science or Philosophy? Has science won, or is philosophy (as Steven Hawking so bluntly put it)..."dead"? Join us for the inaugural step on our…
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