The Transhumanist Temptation | Guest: Grayson Quay | 7/27/25
The Auron MacIntyre Show
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Modernity and the Great Filter
This chapter investigates modernity as a potential barrier to humanity's search for extraterrestrial life, linking it to historical cycles of civilization collapse. It addresses the duality of technology's role in dehumanization versus spiritual awakening, and examines the ethical dilemmas posed by transhumanism through cultural references and a notable legal case. The discussion culminates in a critique of enlightenment thought's impact on our future, questioning the moral implications of technological advances on human identity.
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