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• Melanie Mitchell, Resident Professor, Santa Fe Institute

Hosts: Abha Eli Phoboo

Producer: Katherine Moncure

Podcast theme music by: Mitch Mignano

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Guests: 

• Erica Cartmill, Professor, Anthropology and Cognitive Science, Indiana University Bloomington

• Ellie Pavlick, Assistant Professor, Computer Science and Linguistics, Brown University

Hosts: Abha Eli Phoboo & Melanie Mitchell

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• Linda Smith, Distinguished Professor and Chancellor's Professor, Psychological and Brain Sciences, Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences, Indiana University Bloomington

• Michael Frank, Benjamin Scott Crocker Professor of Human B... more

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• Tomer Ullman, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Harvard University

• Murray Shanahan, Professor of Cognitive Robotics, Department of Computing, Imperial College London; Principal Research Scientist, Google DeepMind

Hosts: Ab... more

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Recent Guests

Erica Cartmill
Professor of cognitive science, animal behavior, anthropology and psychology at Indiana University
Indiana University
Episode: Nature of Intelligence, Ep. 5: How do we assess intelligence?
Ellie Pavlick
Assistant professor of computer science and linguistics at Brown University
Brown University
Episode: Nature of Intelligence, Ep. 5: How do we assess intelligence?
Linda Smith
Professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences and pioneer of head-mounted camera research with infants.
Indiana University
Episode: Nature of Intelligence, Ep. 4: Babies vs Machines
Mike Frank
Professor of Psychology interested in how children learn and the input they receive.
Stanford University
Episode: Nature of Intelligence, Ep. 4: Babies vs Machines
Murray Shanahan
Professor of Cognitive Robotics at Imperial College London, Principal Research Scientist at Google DeepMind
Google DeepMind
Episode: Nature of Intelligence, Ep. 3: What kind of intelligence is an LLM?
Tomer Ullman
Psychologist at Harvard University studying computation, cognition, and development
Harvard University
Episode: Nature of Intelligence, Ep. 3: What kind of intelligence is an LLM?
Gary Lupyan
Professor of Psychology at University of Wisconsin-Madison specializing in cognitive science and the evolution of language.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Episode: Nature of Intelligence, Ep. 2: The relationship between language and thought
Steve Piantadosi
Psychology and Neuroscience Professor at UC Berkeley, studying language acquisition in children.
UC Berkeley
Episode: Nature of Intelligence, Ep. 2: The relationship between language and thought
Ev Federenko
Neuroscientist at MIT who studies language and its relationship with cognitive functions.
MIT
Episode: Nature of Intelligence, Ep. 2: The relationship between language and thought

Hosts

Abha Elifobu
Co-host with a focus on complexity science and communication initiatives, also involved in episodes discussing the nature of intelligence and human cognition.
Melanie Mitchell
Co-host and professor specializing in artificial intelligence and cognitive science, actively discussing insights on machine learning and human cognition.
Chris Kempis
Co-host involved in discussions around physics and complexity, focusing on innovative perspectives related to life sciences.
Abhayali Phobu
Co-host and director engaged in communications at the Santa Fe Institute, exploring interdisciplinary approaches to complexity.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 706 ratings
  • Mixed: some good, some bad

    I’m glad the SFI is exploring these questions about the nature of intelligence. It’s essential in this new so-called “Age of Intelligence” (Sam Altman). But it’s hard to tell who the intended audience is. Generally, it’s quite rudimentary in terms of its depth. Worse, experts who skew primarily physicalist / materialist are brought in to make claims about intelligence with basically no critical examination from the hosts. I would love to hear more of a critical examination of these viewpoints, a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    lloyddoppler
    United States6 months ago
  • My impression is that SFI and the AI researchers are using the same words to speak different languages.

    Podcast Addict
    2
    Dougsinc
    6 months ago
  • Profound, still accessible

    Complexity offers many interesting episodes. I especially like the new approach with series of episodes in Life science and on Intelligence. SFI must be a great place to study and work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jaap vdD
    Netherlands6 months ago
  • Patronizing and sparse

    The show is now an inch deep with 5-10 experts per episode instead of depth with one expert. It’s so disappointing. There’s a bunch of commentary on the episode as the episode is in flight - just let the people speak!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    cobrastatus31
    United States6 months ago
  • For social science research - this is the best

    The Santa Fe Institute is one of the few places doing anything that might advance the social science. The podcasts give just a hint of the quality of their search.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AND BOB´S YOUR UNCLE
    Spaina year ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the expert guests that bring profound knowledge, though some desire a return to more in-depth discussions rather than broad overviews.
The engaging format and high production value have been praised, though there are mixed feelings about the current hosting style and depth of inquiry.
The series offers intriguing insights into complex topics, making challenging scientific concepts accessible to a broader audience.
Overall, the podcast often spurs thought-provoking discussions that resonate well with its audience, emphasizing complexity in both science and society.

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Nature of Intelligence, Ep. 5: How do we assess intelligence?
Q: Is it necessary to have a mechanistic understanding of LLMs before using them?
While not all uses depend on understanding their mechanisms, comprehending them is essential for evaluating their intelligence.
Nature of Intelligence, Ep. 5: How do we assess intelligence?
Q: Do you think it is effective to teach animals human language to assess their cognitive abilities?
Teaching animals our communication standards might not reveal their cognitive abilities effectively.
Nature of Intelligence, Ep. 5: How do we assess intelligence?
Q: What is the current thinking on the language abilities of species like chimps or dolphins?
They are believed to learn and use words but are limited in combining them into productive sentences, indicating differences in language use compared to humans.
Physics of Life, Ep 6: Multiple worlds, containing multitudes
Q: How has your work in astrobiology shaped the way you move through the world or the universe?
Sometimes I feel very connected to the universe and at one and other times unimaginably small, highlighting the tension between universal theories and individual experience.

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Exploring the intricate layers of complexity, the series investigates diverse topics including artificial intelligence, cognitive science, biodiversity, and the physical laws governing life. Episodes often feature engaging dialogues with experts across multiple disciplines, focusing on how interconnected systems influence understanding in fields such as psychology, linguistics, and ecology. With a commitment to bridging scientific inquiry with accessibility, the discussions aim to provoke thought while highlighting the challenges and advancements in studying intelligence and complex systems. Notably, the series emphasizes a dynamic interaction between diverse scientific perspectives, making it an intellectual resource for listeners interest... more

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