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Jill Lepore on Elon Musk's imaginary world

The Gray Area with Sean Illing

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Beyond Traditional Sci-Fi: Real Lives Matter

This chapter critiques traditional science fiction narratives for overlooking the everyday lives and struggles of ordinary individuals. It draws on insights from writers like Ursula K. Le Guin to highlight how contemporary tech leaders reflect a disconnect from societal issues shaped by outdated cultural references.

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