

Tech Titans and the Dystopian Dream
Nov 8, 2023
Rick Wilson is joined by author and film producer Jonathan Taplin to discuss the dystopian reality created by tech moguls like Thiel, Zuckerberg, Andreessen, and Musk. They explore the dark side of the Metaverse, AI's rise, and the folly of Martian dreams. Taplin's book 'The End of Reality' sheds light on how technology fueled by greed threatens society.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Big Tech's Influence and Strange Beliefs of Tech Titans
02:19 • 9min
The Impact of the Gawker Lawsuit on Thiel and his Belief in Harassing the Media
11:21 • 2min
Exploring Zuckerberg's Metaverse and Avatars
13:17 • 4min
The Tragic Character of Zuckerberg and the Disconnect of Tech Titans
16:49 • 3min
Tech Titans and Crypto: Anxieties, Advertising, and Consequences
20:12 • 17min