

Episode 64 - Utopian Fiction
Jul 9, 2024
Dive into the intriguing world of utopian fiction, where complex questions about society and identity take center stage. Explore how Maslow's hierarchy shapes our vision of an ideal community and the paradoxes within utopian societies. Delve into the ethics of cloning and resurrection, pondering personal connections in a perfect existence. The discussion also tackles the balance between pleasure-driven fantasies and deeper human values, all while referencing iconic media like Star Trek. Join a thought-provoking journey through transhumanism and the essence of being human.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Exploring Utopia: Aspirations and Complexities
02:42 • 23min
Exploring Utopia: Resurrection and the Ethics of Cloning
25:46 • 2min
Exploring Pleasure and Human Values in Utopian Visions
27:19 • 2min
Exploring Mind Partitioning and Personal Autonomy
29:31 • 2min
Exploring Utopia: Fiction, Meaning, and Human Nature
31:12 • 16min
Transhumanism and Utopian Visions
46:56 • 17min