Will tech utopias rescue or ruin humanity?

Are we on the verge of civilization’s collapse or rebirth?

The prospect of societal collapse has been examined throughout human history. Thinkers from Ibn Khaldun to Karl Marx have argued that civilization carries the seeds of its own downfall. This episode asks whether we are witnessing modern-day civilization’s collapse or renewal. Wil ... Afficher plus

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Are superheroes the moral leaders of our time?

Are superheroes moral leaders—or caped propagandists? From comic books to billion-dollar blockbusters, superheroes have fascinated us for over a century. But what do these stories really teach us? Are they our moral guides or do they reinforce Western ideals, individualism and ev ... Afficher plus

. 1h 28min restantes

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ChatGPT

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What the hell is ChatGPT, and why are these pasty nerds telling us it's going to save the world? Hannah and Maia bring you a special, pre-season episode with a discussion of this new AI technology and what it means for the future of our world. The democratization of this smooth-t ... Afficher plus

. 46min 40sec

Be it Resolved, Chat GPT will cause more harm than good.

The Munk Debates Podcast

Seemingly overnight, Chat GPT has exploded out of the deepest corners of the emerging tech space and into the mainstream, capturing the imaginations of everyone from students to CEOs. But with any new exciting technology, there tend to be more questions than answers. For the crea ... Afficher plus

. 39min 4sec