/488/ Homo-Techno, Homo-Solo ...Post-Homo? ft. Alex Gendler
Bungacast
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Rationalism and Its Discontents
This chapter investigates the online rationalist subculture and its core beliefs, focusing on philosophical movements like transhumanism and effective altruism. The speakers critique the potential dangers of a utilitarian approach to ethics, which can lead to troubling ideologies and disconnect from humanistic values. Additionally, they explore the relationship between tech community factions and their contrasting political ideologies, emphasizing the influence of algorithmic thinking on contemporary human behavior.
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