Scott Aaronson Answers Every Ridiculously Big Question I Throw at Him

5/3/2016

In this blog post, the author interviews Scott Aaronson, a theoretical computer scientist, and explores a range of complex and challenging questions. The interview covers topics such as the nature of consciousness, the possibility of simulating human brains, the limits of understanding the universe, and the implications of quantum mechanics on computation. Aaronson provides insightful and thought-provoking responses, delving into the intersection of philosophy, physics, and computer science. The interview offers readers a glimpse into Aaronson's expertise and his perspective on some of the most perplexing questions in science and philosophy.

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