The Symbolic World

389 - Joe Allen - Transhumanism and the War Against Humanity

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Apr 16, 2025
In this discussion, Joe Allen, author of 'Dark Aeon' and tech editor for Steve Bannon, unpacks the unsettling alliance between transhumanism and politics. He explores the dual nature of AI as both a solution and a threat, raising questions about our dependence on technology. Allen delves into ethical dilemmas tied to transhumanism, emphasizing the widening gap between classes and the potential for technology to dehumanize. He warns of a future where tools define humanity rather than serve it, urging a global consciousness around these rapid changes.
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Right-Wing Roots of Transhumanism

  • Transhumanism appears politically mixed but is fundamentally driven by a right-wing technological elitism.
  • It's not just left or right, but a techno-capitalist project with nationalist elements involved.
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Transhumanism Threatens Humanity

  • The greatest risk of transhumanism is the replacement of humans by machines and elite control.
  • This creates a demoralized generation serving the few with advanced tech and AI.
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AI: The Image of Sin

  • Artificial intelligence represents both temptation and peril like sin's double edge.
  • It offers power now but risks overwhelming and enslaving users in the future.
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