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Time for a Butlerian Jihad?: A ‘Dune’ Chat w/ Ed Ongweso Jr & Brian Merchant
Tech Won't Save Us
Exploring Constraints in Sci-Fi Combat Narratives
The chapter delves into the unique constraints on combat in a popular sci-fi series, discussing how these limitations influence storytelling and appeal. It explores the concept of the Butlerian Jihad from the Dune universe and its relevance to current technological critiques, drawing parallels between past criticisms of technology and contemporary concerns. The conversation encompasses themes of societal implications of technology, the power dynamics of machinery, and the potential consequences of unchecked automation and governance.
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