"Growing up in Colombia was marked by the violence of Pablo Escobar and the drug cartels. The environment was dangerous, filled with kidnappings and conflict, which I only understood later in life."
"My aspirations included becoming a priest, but my journey led me through philosophy, psychology, and neuroscience, where I encountered significant figures and faced challenges in academia."
"The relationship between philosophy and science can be contentious, yet it is crucial for understanding complex topics like memory, which I explored during my time at Harvard."
Felipe De Brigard describes his upbringing in Colombia amidst violence, kidnappings, and drug cartels during Pablo Escobar's reign. He reflects on the dangers of his childhood, which he only fully understood later in life. His experiences shaped his philosophical inquiries, particularly in memory and its implications. De Brigard's academic journey included rejections from multiple graduate schools, ultimately leading to acceptance at Tufts, where he engaged with notable philosophers and scientists. He emphasizes the complex relationship between philosophy and science, particularly in the study of memory.
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