Ryan R. Holston
Professor at Virginia Military Institute and holder of the Jonathan Myrick Daniels ’61 Chair for Academic Excellence. His work focuses on the intersection of literature, philosophy, and contemporary issues such as artificial intelligence.
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Aug 16, 2023 • 1h 18min
Democracy, Tradition, and Gadamer with Ryan R. Holston
Ryan R. Holston, a Professor at Virginia Military Institute, discusses his book "Tradition and the Deliberative Turn" and offers a critique of contemporary democratic theory. They explore topics such as bridging theory and practice in political science, modernity's implications, the challenges of deliberation in a democratic society, the disintegration of tradition, and the trap of postmodern hegemony. They also discuss the influence of science and technology on society through the analysis of literary works.
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Jun 18, 2025 • 60min
We Are All Victor Frankenstein: Our Romantic Dream of Artificial Intelligence with Ryan Holston
Ryan Holston, a Professor at Virginia Military Institute, dives deep into the connections between Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein' and modern artificial intelligence. He discusses the ethical implications of AI on human relationships, questioning if technology leads to deeper connections or isolation. Holston explores the allure of perfection in pursuing AI and warns against the pitfalls of escapism. He also examines literature's critique of scientism, revealing how narratives shape our understanding of technology and its consequences. An engaging reflection on humanity's ongoing dance with creation!
