We Should Want Immortality | John Martin Fischer Brain in a Vat

John Martin Fischer argues that life
constantly offers new experiences and perspectives that prevent it from
becoming monotonous.

He delves into the idea of living a
significantly extended life without aging and the implications it has on
personal identity and society at large. Fischer distinguishes between true
immortality and radical life extension, favoring the latter for its exit
strategy options.

The conversation covers the value of life
experiences, the philosophical questions around personal identity over time,
and the ethical considerations of immortal life.

 

00:00 Introduction to Immortality with John
Martin Fischer

00:16 The Library Analogy: Exploring the
Concept of Living Forever

01:26 Challenging the Library Analogy: A
New Perspective on Immortality

03:49 Addressing the Potential Fatigue of
Immortality

06:52 The Elixir of Eternal Life: A Thought
Experiment

09:03 The Philosophical Debate on the Ideal
Age for Immortality

38:42 The Social and Ethical Implications
of Immortality

48:34 Personal Choice vs. Societal Impact:
The Immortality Dilemma


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