Rebuilders How Silicon Valley took over Washington – Part 2
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Mar 13, 2025 In the latest discussion, hosts examine how Silicon Valley's innovative ideologies are reshaping American culture and politics. They explore the emergence of transhumanism as a potential new religion focused on immortality. A lighthearted examination of tech and political power leads to serious inquiries about radical ideologies and the influence of cryptocurrency on governance. Listeners are invited to ponder the intertwining of spirituality and technology, highlighting the need for community and grounded faith in this rapidly evolving landscape.
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Haldeman's Arrest and Technocratic Vision
- Joshua Haldeman, Elon Musk's grandfather, was arrested in 1941 for possessing subversive materials.
- He envisioned a technocratic state, run by scientists and engineers, spanning North America and Greenland.
Tescreol: An Ideological Framework
- 'Tescreol' captures the beliefs of some Silicon Valley thinkers: Transhumanism, Extropianism, Singularitarianism, Cosmism, Rationalism, Effective Altruism, and Long-Termism.
- These ideologies, driven by technological advancement, raise questions about humanity's future.
Rationalism and the Coming AI
- Rationalism within Tescreol suggests that the rise of a godlike AI is inevitable.
- This leads to the idea that present actions should serve this future AI, impacting current altruistic efforts.