Is life special? Or is it just a happy accident that we are here?
Neil Manson, PhD is a philosopher and professor of philosophy at the University of Mississippi where he specializes in tackling these very questions. An expert on philosophy of science and philosophy of religion, Dr. Manson and I dive down a metaphysical wormhole to explore the ways humans have tried to wrestle with our place in the universe. If there is a multiverse, what does that mean for our traditional concepts of God? If we live in a simulation, then what ethical obligations do I have to you or anyone else?
Take a deep breath and let’s have an existential crisis together on this episode of Isn’t Life Curious?!
Enjoy! Stay curious, and take it easy!
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