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Episode 32: R.U. Sirius on Psychedelic Transhumanism and a Singularity

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Exploring Science Fiction Literature and Societal Trends

This chapter analyzes science fiction literature by authors like Philip K. Dick and Corey Doctorow, focusing on themes of post-singularity world, virtual reality, and virtual capitalism to reflect current societal trends. It praises Doctorow's 'Down and in the Magic Kingdom' and explores Leary's Future History series for its neuro politics and exosychology content, finding the last installment 'Intelligence Agents' disturbing yet enjoyable.

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