# 132 Summary of Principles of Synthetic Intelligence by Joscha Bach

08/03/2025 41 min

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode, we discuss Joscha Bach's Principles of Synthetic Intelligence (PSI) Theory is explored, emphasizing that understanding intelligence requires creating it. PSI Theory focuses on mental representation, using schemas for knowledge organization and behavior scripts for action sequences. The podcast also discusses how perception is an active process, blending sensory data with existing knowledge. Emotions and motivations are crucial components, guiding behavior in synthetic agents, with the discussion exploring the potential for building virtual minds through platforms like microp PSI. Finally, the podcast examines language's role in intelligence, the challenges of neuro-symbolic approaches, and the ethical considerations surrounding consciousness in AI.https://a.co/d/i0vEe8D

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