James Poulos

James Poulos is a Tocqueville scholar who wrote The Art of Being Free (2017) and Human Forever (2021). He was a co-founder of The American Mind and his latest project is a magazine called Return. We discuss humanism and post-humanism, the merging of Big Tech and Woke Capital into an atheist cyborg theocracy, why James rejects accelerationism, the importance of human memory, Bitcoin, Urbit, and much more.✦ Human Forever✦ Return Magazine✦ James on TwitterOther Life✦ Subscribe to the coolest free newsletter in the world OtherLife.co✦ Get a free Urbit planet at imperceptible.computer✦ We're building a new country at imperceptible.countryIndieThinkers.org✦ If you're working on independent intellectual work, join the next cohort of IndieThinkers.org

I'm joined for a second time by James as we discuss what it means to be human and why this is worth holding on to as the tide of technology threatens to sweep us away. We also speak about technology as both tool and master, the future of one religion or many, the religious wars of the future, the old gods and the new, anarchoprimitivism, the power of images, permanent hysteria, and much more. James Poulos is a writer, the founder, and editor of the American Mind, founder and publisher of Return.life, the author of The Art of Being Free, and his most recent book: HUMAN, FOREVER - THE DIGITAL POLITICS OF SPIRITUAL WAR

James Poulos, host of 'Zero Hour' on BlazeTV, discusses the Biden administration's executive order on AI aligning with progressive ideology. They explore the impact of technology on politics, the importance of conservative perspectives in AI, and the role of spirituality in shaping the future. They also touch on religious conflicts, the uncertainty of America's religious future, and offer advice on studying worldviews. The hosts emphasize prioritizing humanity over technology and express gratitude to the audience.

James Poulos, co-founder of The American Mind, discusses the impact of technology on spirituality and the need to put it in the right hands. He explores the worship of technology in Silicon Valley and the connection between revolution and technology. They also touch on Heidegger's concept of care, the direct experience of spirituality, and the return to original religions as a defense against AI.

James Poulos, executive editor of American Mind, discusses the digital apocalypse and the teaching of Critical Race Theory at West Point. They explore the negative effects of technology on human behavior, the impact of AI and centralized communication, and the fear of losing cultural identity. The speakers also delve into the role of ideas and religion in conflict and cooperation.

Exploring controversial topics like using embryos to power supercomputers. Discussing Hunter Biden's trial and the contents of his laptop. Also, covering global concerns like deficits and tax cuts, along with ethical dilemmas in technology.

Join James Poulos, the editor of The American Mind and author of "Human Forever," as he delves into the urgent call from tech leaders for a six-month pause on AI development. They highlight the ethical dilemmas and legal challenges surrounding AI, stressing the need for new regulations to protect citizens. Poulos also discusses the potential threats to free speech, the geopolitical tensions among global powers, and the looming impact of AI on the workforce, raising crucial questions about the future of human labor in an automated world.

James Poulos, author of 'The Art of Being Free', discusses Alexis de Tocqueville's perspective on American civil society and the challenges of democracy. They also explore the impact of social media on our quest for freedom, the influence of the military industrial complex, and the limitation of rights in the technologized world.

James Poulos, a BlazeTV host known for his insights on tradition and social trends, engages in a thought-provoking discussion about the resurgence of traditional lifestyles on social media. They explore the authenticity of trends like 'Trad Wives' and grave cleaning, balancing entertainment with genuine cultural engagement. Poulos emphasizes the need for meaningful connections in a distracted digital landscape and highlights the crucial role of parents in shaping their children’s beliefs and values amidst modern challenges.

Sen. Mike Lee discusses President Trump's endorsements for Utah. James Poulos talks about environmentalists using embryos to power supercomputers. Topics include constitutional values, Republican unity, Biden laptop report, and using embryos for AI.