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Joanne McNeil

Team Human

CHAPTER

Exploring Humanity and Technology in a Novel Setting

The chapter delves into the concept of humans merging with machines in a novel where a driverless cab company masks human drivers in autonomous vehicles, raising questions about the loss of humanity in a tech-driven future. It contrasts the protagonist's ordinary job in a catalog store with the ambitions of a tech entrepreneur, highlighting themes of authenticity, skepticism towards big companies, and the struggles of daily life. The conversation also touches on working-class despair, shared perspectives across different classes, and the desire for a more equitable world with basic necessities like healthcare and job security.

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