How similar is AI thinking to human thinking?

Chandra Sripada explains why the way LLMs work is surprisingly similar to how the human mind-brain thinks.

Aug 20, 2026

• Episode title: 363 | Chandra Sripada on How LLMs and Humans are Cognitive Cousins

• Podcast: Mindscape

• Release date: 2026-08-10

• Knowledge level: No particular prior knowledge required.

• Links: Pocket Casts | Spotify | YouTube

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