
Anthony Esolen on Artificial Intelligence and the Desecration of the Word
The Theology Pugcast
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The Essence of Language and Learning
This chapter explores the metaphysical implications of language, contrasting human communication with AI's probabilistic generation of words. It discusses the significance of beauty and personal engagement in education, critiquing the politicization of literature that undermines students' emotional connections. The speakers reflect on the decline in academic rigor and the importance of maintaining a connection to classical works and traditional values in nurturing human relationships.
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