The Sound of Economics
Read with Bruegel: Ways of being
Oct 4, 2023
James Bridle, author of 'Ways of Being: Animals, Plants, Machines: The Search for a Planetary Intelligence,' discusses the effects of AI and new technologies on society, politics, and everyday life. They explore the relationship humans have with other beings, the role of art in bridging different fields, and the importance of diverse thinking and incorporating machines and other species in human assemblies.
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- Intelligence extends beyond humans and machines, encompassing non-human beings as well, requiring a reevaluation of our relationship with all inhabitants of the Earth.
- Incorporating artistic practices and multiple perspectives can open up novel ways of appreciating and reimagining ideas in economics, policy-making, and academia.
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Intelligence as Relational and Ecological
The podcast episode explores the concept of intelligence as relational and ecological. The guest, James Bridle, argues that intelligence is not a fixed quantity but an active process that emerges from context and relationships. He emphasizes that technology, particularly digital technologies, is deeply intertwined with our lives, affecting not only the way we work and communicate but also the way we think. Bridle highlights the need to understand intelligence as something that extends beyond humans and machines, encompassing non-human beings as well. He challenges the notion of artificial intelligence and discusses the cultural weight and influence of science fiction ideas on the development and perception of AI.
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