Moran Cerf: Neural Implants, Hacking The Mind, and the Future of Consciousness

In this episode, Moran Cerf delves into the intricate world of dreams and their interpretations, discussing the potential of dream implants and how these could alter our understanding of sleep experiences. He further explores the identity changes that might occur with neural implants, elaborating on the various aspects of consciousness and how these technologies could shift our personal reality.Cerf also touches on Elon Musk's Neuralink, analyzing the broader implications of widespread neural implant use, including the potential threats and ethical considerations. The discussion extends to the interaction of humans with other species through technology and the emerging concept of the intimacy economy, where ideas themselves become a form of mental currency.ABOUT MORAN:Prof. Moran Cerf is professor of business at Columbia business school. His academic research uses methods from neuroscience to understand the underlying mechanisms of our psychology, behavior changes, emotion, decisions, and dreams.Learn More About Moran's Work Here: https://www.morancerf.comHighlights00:00 Intro and Preview02:39 Theories of Dreams05:39 How Dream Implants Work12:03 Moran's Dream Interpretation14:35 Neural Implants and Identity20:25 Explaining Consciousness26:22 Universal vs. Personal Reality Perspectives28:18 Neuralink by Elon Musk32:00 Threats of Neural Implants40:46 April Fools Challenge45:05 Universal Distribution of Neural Implants?52:08  Possible Interaction of Three Species56:40 Attention to Intimacy Economy01:02:58 Ideas as Mental CurrencyRead more about my upcoming book here - https://throughconversations.substack.com// Let's Connect //Website: https://throughconversations.comNewsletter: http://throughconversations.substack.com// Say Hi on Social Media //Twitter: https://twitter.com/thruconvpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thruconvpodcast/?hl=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl67XqJVdVtBqiCWahS776g