AI, Magical Thinking, and the Machine Metaphor with Matt Segall

Cosmic Intelligence • September 29, 2025

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In this conversation, philosopher Matt Segall and I address the role of philosophy in contemporary culture, emphasizing the need for discernment amidst ideological ferment. We critique transhumanist Silicon Valley ideologies, highlighting their left-hemisphere bias and magical thinking. We also discusses the implications of AI, arguing that while it's a valuable tool, the real danger lies in the extractive, capitalist machine driving its development. More about Matt, including his Substack, h...

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