Team Human
Demigod Wannabes
Nov 29, 2023
The podcast discusses the eccentric behaviors and actions of today's tech billionaires, comparing them to historical figures. It also explores propaganda, corporate interests, and individual influence in shaping public opinion. The changing nature of philanthropy and the lack of consideration for sustainability and community impact by tech billionaires are also highlighted.
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- Contemporary tech billionaires exhibit bizarre behavior while exerting control over society, accumulating disproportionate global wealth and disregarding collective welfare.
- Today's billionaires prioritize their personal visions over collective welfare, engaging in egotistical displays and pursuing ventures better suited for science fiction.
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The Distorted Public Persona and Identity Crisis
Douglas Rushkoff reflects on his public persona and the confusion that arises when people conflate him with other individuals. He contemplates the need to control his public image and expresses a desire to set his identity free. He considers transitioning from the Team Human platform to a more freeform journalistic approach.
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