Hilaritas Press Podcasts Episode 39: Wayne Benner on RICH economy, Timothy Leary, Terra II, and more
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Nov 23, 2024 Wayne Benner, co-transmitter of Terra II with Timothy Leary and author of 'Seven Shadows,' discusses the visionary Terra II project and its creative collaborations amidst incarceration. He reflects on Timothy Leary's influence on societal views of LSD and authority. Benner also addresses automation's impact on employment, advocating for innovative economic models and guaranteed income. The conversation veers into rethinking politics in a tech-driven world and highlights the importance of communication and collaboration in fostering transformative ideas.
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Meeting Leary
- Wayne Benner met Timothy Leary in prison after mediating a conflict between Leary and prison gangs.
- Their shared experience as prisoners and intellectual connection led to the co-creation of "Terra II."
Societal Enslavement
- Leary and Benner felt that society was enslaved by the traditional economic system.
- They believed individuals possessed untapped power to create change if they recognized their collective strength.
Japanese Receptiveness and Spielberg
- Leary and Benner hoped the Japanese would be receptive to their ideas due to their socio-economic climate.
- Spielberg's interest in extraterrestrials led them to consider him as a potential collaborator for a "Terra II" movie.
