Transhumanism and Emerging Technologies (Fr. Michael Baggot) | Ep. 450

Fr. Michael Baggot, a priest discussing Transhumanism and its relation to Transgenderism, joins the show to talk about the leading thinkers in the movement, the philosophies underpinning it, and its goal. They also explore the connection between Transhumanism and Transgenderism, the impact of postmodernism on the movement, and the moral implications of emerging technologies like gene editing. The chapter covers topics such as therapeutic enhancements, cognitive abilities, and the blurring boundaries between humans and machines. They also touch on the Catholic Church's stance on transhumanism and the potential impact of technological advancements on scriptural interpretation. Other interesting topics discussed include enhancing human capabilities with technology, overcoming pornography addiction, and the moral concerns surrounding emerging technologies in warfare.