The irony of 'The Hard Problem' is that, despite its insistence on the fact that the human brain is so much more complex than a computer, which functions via simplistic binaries and calculations, the whole play is reducible to a simplistic, and false, binary.
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Movie Review: Luc Besson’s ‘Lucy’
As Einstein so poignantly said, “Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity – and I’m not sure about the former.” And that just about sums up this movie.
Read More »Pro-Life Atheist Urges “Leave the Realm of Science”
Hiding behind the humanist shield to deflect scientific discourse isn't a pass for legislating guesses.
Read More »Theater Review (LA): ‘Inherit the Wind’ at Grove Theatre Center
More timely than ever in today’s political climate, the Lawrence and Lee classic is presented in a lively and engaging production at the Grove Theatre Center in Burbank.
Read More »Book Review: Oxygen: ‘A Four Billion Year History’ by Donald E Canfield
For the basically scientifically literate or the truly curious, this is a fascinating, sophisticated account.
Read More »Interview with Deborah Rix, author of ‘External Forces’
"I alienated some friends, ignored my family for long stretches of time, and sometimes forgot to take the kids to school. It’s the best thing I’ve ever done."
Read More »Book Review: GOOD GOD, JOHNNY by JJ Spankston
Novel examines journey of young man whose experiences raise questions about his religious beliefs.
Read More »Book Review: Prophet of Bones by Ted Kosmatka
New sci-fi release creates "lab-opera" out of intelligent design prevailing over evolution.
Read More »The Revisionaries: If You Can’t Win, Change the Rules
The documentary The Revisionaries shows the surprising extremes some people will go to to tip the future in their favor.
Read More »Book Review: Here on Earth: A New Beginning by Tim Flannery
"The responsibility for managing this world of wounds we've created is uniquely ours."
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