I am aware that these questions are very open; that's exactly the point. They are meant to invite reflection beyond a clear scientific framework. I love discussing them, so feel free to reach out by email. Please do not copy large parts of this page without linking back to me.
Thinking and Perception
- What shape are your thoughts?
- Can thoughts be measured or quantified?
- What would half a thought be?
- Can we learn to think without putting everything into Schubladen (boxes)?
- How do you recognize people?
- To what extent do you believe your opinions are more "right" than others'?
Language
- What is your favorite word in your native language, and do its translations make you feel the same way?
- Why did German avoid triple consonants before the 1996 spelling reform?
- What is your favorite Latin poem?
AI and Philosophy
- Can large language models be sentient?
- How does this relate to the mind–matter problem (and what's your view on it)?
Questions on Questions
- What is the definition of a question?
- What makes a good question?
Things we take for granted
- What is truth?
- Is the sky really blue, and how often?
- Do you like the concept of "favorite things" or would you rather abolish it?
- What are today's religions (or their modern replacements)?
- Does everyone have to believe in something?
Questions to find out if someone is a true mathematician ;)
- What is your favorite prime number? (Works best if you ask multiple people at once and observe the discussion.)
- What is your favorite shape?