Ep. 724: Summer (Science & Sci Fi) Reads
Astronomy Cast
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Exploration of Sci-Fi Books on Artificial Intelligence and Technology
This chapter delves into Becky Chambers' Monkin robot series, exploring a robot's desire to reconnect with humanity, and discusses the concept from the Culture series where super artificial intelligences disappear upon creation. It also examines Daniel Suarez's thriller series Demon and Freedom, highlighting a super intelligent computer program's manipulation of humans for nefarious ends.
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