Ray Nayler
American diplomat and author of The Mountain in the Sea, a speculative novel about interspecies communication. Currently the diplomat in residence at the George Washington University's International Science and Technology Policy Institute.
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Feb 20, 2024 • 50min
Novelist and Diplomat Ray Nayler - The Tusks of Extinction
Novelist and diplomat Ray Nayler discusses themes of resurrecting mammoths, elephant hunting, Russian culture, and the dark reality of the ivory trade in his novella. He balances gripping storytelling with philosophical depth and explores ethical dilemmas of de-extinction and funding projects.
Feb 21, 2023 • 1h 2min
Ray Nayler - What Octopuses and AI Teach Us About Consciousness
Ray Nayler, an American diplomat and author of 'The Mountain in the Sea,' dives into the fascinating world of interspecies communication. He explores how octopuses might possess their own language and culture, drawing parallels to human interaction. Ray reflects on his marine conservation experiences and the intricate dynamics between humans and AI. Through personal anecdotes, he contrasts human loneliness with the unique life of solitary creatures like octopuses, urging a deeper understanding of consciousness and the importance of empathy in storytelling.
