Modern Wisdom

#291 - John Danaher - What Happens If Robots Automate The World?

Mar 6, 2021

John Danaher, an author and lecturer at the National University of Ireland, dives into the intriguing intersection of technology and human purpose. He discusses how the rise of robotics might redefine our perception of work, questioning whether losing jobs could actually lead to more meaningful lives. The conversation also explores the notion of a 'cyborg utopia,' the philosophical implications of automation on identity, and the ethical dilemmas posed by AI. With humor and insight, Danaher paints a thought-provoking picture of our automated future.

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Intro

2min

The Future of Work in an Automated World

10min

Redefining Work and Fulfillment

16min

Automation, Utopia, and Human Identity

17min

Cyborg Utopia: The Human-Machine Nexus

19min

Exploring the Myths of Environmentalism and Hunter-Gatherer Societies

2min

Exploring Transhumanism and Enhanced Human Experience

3min

Philosophy Meets AI: Ethics and Society

7min

John Danaher is an author and a lecturer at the National University of Ireland.

Having a job is valorised in modern society. But if our jobs are taken over by robots, will we find a sense of purpose in other things outside of work, or are we just going to lead meaningless lives?

Expect to learn why technological unemployment might be desirable, what a cyborg utopia might look like, why John thinks losing work might not result in loss of purpose, the risks of sacrificing human values in pursuit of utopia and much more...

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