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Pill Pod 219 - Peter Thiel's Deranged Apocalypticism

PlasticPills Critical Theory & Philosophy

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The Ideological Crossroads of Transhumanism and Politics

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between transhumanism, technology, and social desires through the lens of mimetic theory. It critiques the intersecting influences of contemporary political figures and the corporate culture of Silicon Valley while addressing the existential fears that drive innovation.

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