Peoples & Things Special Episode: Mike Sacasas on the Question of the Human, and the Question of Technology, Live at the Bradley Study Center
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Jan 20, 2025 Michael Sacasas, author of The Convivial Society Substack and Executive Director of the Christian Studies Center of Gainesville, dives deep into the philosophical implications of technology on human identity. He challenges binary views of technology as simply good or bad, advocating for a nuanced understanding prioritizing human needs. Sacasas contrasts past internet optimism with today's realities, scrutinizes the moral dimensions of technological advancements, and highlights the importance of personal judgment and cultural values in navigating the digital age.
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Intertwined Questions
- The question of technology and the question of the human are intertwined.
- We cannot evaluate technology's goodness without considering its impact on humans.
Beyond Functionality
- Evaluating technology goes beyond mere functionality and delves into values.
- Judging a technology's "goodness" requires a standard based on human values.
Public Consequences
- Implicit understandings of the good life have public consequences, especially concerning large-scale technologies.
- These understandings, often unexamined, influence our technological choices.
