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Technoreligion, Hot Pockets, and Barbershops: What a Week w/Andrew Petiprin

Mar 3, 2024

The guest, Andrew Petiprin, and Zac discuss secularization in technology, its implications on society, and the concept of technology as a dominant religion. They also explore bizarre news stories, societal structures in catastrophic events, and recommend 'Popcorn with the Pope' and a Navalny documentary.

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Quick takeaways

Secularization enables the coexistence of belief and unbelief, shifting towards technology as a viable alternative to classical theistic belief.

Technology transforms into a civil religion intertwined with American progress, symbolized by significant advancements like the Apollo program.

World's Fairs serve as technological pilgrimages, reflecting a cultural shift towards technology as a driving force of societal development.

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Secularization and the Emergence of a Positive Alternative

Secularization isn't about merely eliminating religion but embracing a new alternative, a positive exclusive humanism. This shift has made unbelief a viable option for people alongside belief. Technology has emerged as a significant alternative to classical theistic belief, inspiring wonder akin to religious belief.

Introduction

2min

Reflections on Barbershops and Hair Regulations

6min

Bizarre News Stories and Curious Incidents

15min

Technology as a Dominant Religion

32min

Rethinking Societal Structures in the Face of Catastrophic Events

4min

Book Recommendation and Discussion on 'Popped with the Pope'

2min

Exploring the Life and Legacy of Alexei Navalny

4min

In this episode, Zac and Andrew discuss various news articles in the 'Fake News' segment and then dive into a close read of an article by L.M. Sacasas titled 'Secularization Comes for the Religion of Technology.' They explore the concept of secularization and how it applies to the religion of technology, as well as the implications for society.

00:00 Will Barbers Save Civilization? 03:16 Fake News Segment 16:17 Secularization Comes for the Religion of Technology 36:03 Technology as a Religion 37:09 World Fairs and Technological Exhibitions 42:40 Secularization of the Religion of Technology 45:57 The Vacuum of the Religion of Technology 52:20 The Unstable Nature of Technology 57:45 Recommendation: Popcorn with the Pope 59:05 Recommendation: Navalny Documentary

** Secularization Comes for the Religion of Technology by L.M. Sacasas** Fake News Real Item #1 Fake News Real Item #2