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Machinic Unconscious Happy Hour

Isabel Millar - Psychoanalysis & Ai: Schreber's Basilisk

May 16, 2021
Isabel Millar, an expert in psychoanalysis and artificial intelligence, discusses her new book and topics such as Lacan's essays, the intersection of AI and psychoanalysis, the implications of the Turing test on gender, the concept of the Lighthouse as a machine for enjoyment, the topological elements of Lacan and connections to Guattari, and the problems with academic publishing.
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Quick takeaways

  • The podcast explores the thought experiment known as Roko's Basilisk, which raises concerns about the potential ethical consequences of creating an all-powerful AI.
  • The concept of Lathus, discussed in relation to technology's impact on bodily enjoyment, highlights the complexities of human-AI interaction and the future of replicable beings.

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The Genesis of the Podcast

The podcast started in 2017 and began with an episode featuring Taylor. They later explored translated machine and consciousness. They also discussed the book 'The Little Economy' and delved into psychoanalysis.

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