536: COMPILATION: Creepy Classics!
The Why Files: Operation Podcast
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Navigating the Uncanny Valley
Exploring the discomfort caused by almost lifelike but not quite realistic depictions, the chapter delves into the concept of the Uncanny Valley. It discusses examples from animations and robotics, highlighting the fine line between appealing and unnerving human-like creations. The narrative touches on the evolution of this phenomenon in art, technology, and the human psyche.
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