
s06e59 | The God-Shaped Machine, with New Polity's Marc Barnes
Calmversations
The Parallels Between Tyranny and Technology
In this chapter, the speakers discuss the concept of tyranny and how power operates in society through technology, leading to a lonely and atomized existence. They draw parallels between ancient tyranny and the way technology isolates individuals and positions itself as the healer. The chapter explores the negative effects of technology on society and emphasizes the need for conscious use and evaluation of its benefits.
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