Technological Stagnation and Civilizational Capital

This chapter examines the stagnation of technological advancements outside information technology, contrasting modern gadgets with outdated infrastructure. It highlights Peter Thiel's concerns about the neglect of tangible progress in society and the potential dangers of stagnation if new aspirations are not pursued. The conversation also explores the motivations behind ambitious projects like Mars colonization and the philosophical implications of human agency in shaping reality.