Emergence Magazine Podcast An Ecological Technology – A Conversation with James Bridle
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Jan 7, 2025 
In this engaging conversation, James Bridle, a writer and technologist, examines how our view of intelligence shapes technology. He critiques the human-centric approach, arguing for embracing diverse forms of intelligence and interconnectedness with nature. The discussion dives into decentralized systems and the importance of moving beyond binary thinking in tech. Bridle emphasizes solidarity with non-human beings and highlights individual agency in tackling ecological crises, advocating for hope and innovative solutions in our relationship with technology.
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Human-Centric Intelligence
Our definition of intelligence has been limited by a human-centric view. This restricts our ability to recognize other forms of intelligence in the world around us.
Ecology of Technology
Every scientific discipline has undergone an ecological turn, recognizing interconnections. Technology should also embrace this ecological perspective to foster a more responsible approach.
Gibbon Intelligence Test
Gibbons failed traditional intelligence tests until the context was changed to suit their natural behavior. This highlights our biases in measuring intelligence based on human standards.
