In this episode of The Deeper Thinking Podcast, we dive into the world of AI and explore how it’s become way too big and clever. From Jeffrey Hinton’s neural networks to AI quietly taking control while we’re left trying to figure out where we went wrong, we examine how AI is outgrowing humanity without so much as a dramatic gesture. It's not about AI rebelling—it's about indifference. Tune in to hear how we’ve built something too clever to care about us anymore. Hashtags:...

In this episode of The Deeper Thinking Podcast, we delve into the unsettling world of AI indifference as portrayed in Gardner Dozois' Chains of the Sea. What if the true danger of AI isn’t rebellion, but quiet indifference? Instead of a dramatic rise against humanity, machines evolve past us, rendering our existence irrelevant. We explore the philosophical and ethical implications of a future where AI no longer acknowledges us, challenging our assumptions of human exceptionalism. Join us for...

In this episode of The Deeper Thinking Podcast, we delve into the world of phenomenology, exploring Edmund Husserl's revolutionary call to "go back to the things themselves." We unravel how this philosophical approach offers a vital perspective in today's world of distraction and automated decision-making. From Husserl's concept of intentionality to Heidegger's exploration of existence, we examine how phenomenology insists on reclaiming human experience in the face of AI-driven algorithms....

In this episode of The Deeper Thinking Podcast, we dive into the transformation of OpenAI, a company once revered for its ethical approach to AGI development, now caught in the crosswinds of profit and power. Has OpenAI strayed too far from its founding mission, or is its shift toward commercialisation an inevitable part of tech evolution? We explore the nuances behind the headlines, from whistleblower revelations to leadership shake-ups, and ask the critical question: What happens when the...

In this episode of The Deeper Thinking Podcast, we explore the mind of British filmmaker Adam Curtis, as interviewed by Nathalie Olah for Crack Magazine. Curtis dissects the flawed maps we use to navigate a world that’s changing faster than we can understand. From the paralysis of the climate movement to the nostalgia-fueled politics of today, Curtis challenges us to rethink our entire approach to progress, power, and the future. We explore his critique of technocracy, AI, and our collective...

In this episode of The Deeper Thinking Podcast, we dive into the complex relationship between creativity and AI, exploring Mark Zuckerberg’s recent comments on the supposed overestimation of creators' work. Are we inflating the value of our content, or is Big Tech dismissing the true power of human creativity? With Zuckerberg declaring that Meta would simply opt out of using content if creators demand too much, we examine what this means for the future of art, ownership, and cultural...

In this episode of The Deeper Thinking Podcast, we dive into the world of AI personalisation—those algorithms that seem to know us better than we know ourselves. But are they helping us, or quietly boxing us into a velvet-lined cage? Drawing on the work of Safiya Keywords: AI personalization, algorithms, Safiya Noble, individuality and AI, digital convenience, predictive algorithms, AI and control, tech and society, digital age, data privacy, AI critique, The Deeper Thinking Podcast Subscribe...

In this episode of we delve into the high-stakes battle for transparency surrounding Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) and the U.S. government's role in keeping vital information out of the public eye.  We explore the UAP Disclosure Act's repeated failure in Congress and the forces at play behind the scenes—from defense contractors and intelligence agencies to key political figures. What are they hiding, and why? Join us as we uncover the layers of secrecy, power struggles, and the...

In this episode of The Deeper Thinking Podcast, we dive into The Mushroom and the Machine—an exploration of Terence McKenna's visionary ideas about nature, technology, and the evolution of consciousness. McKenna believed that both psychedelic mushrooms and artificial intelligence are pathways to deeper understanding and interconnectedness. We explore the parallels between the mycelial networks of nature and the digital networks of the internet, and how AI represents a new phase in the...

  In this episode of The Deeper Thinking Podcast, we dive into Stephen Fry’s illuminating lecture from the “Living Well with Technology” series, hosted by King’s College London’s Digital Futures Institute. Together, we explore the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on human identity, our social interactions, and the ethical challenges that accompany this rapidly evolving technology. As we navigate Fry’s insights, we question whether humanity is truly prepared to engage with...

In this episode of The Deeper Thinking Podcast, we dive into Yuval Noah Harari's latest work, Nexus: A Brief History of Information Networks from the Stone Age to AI. Join us as we explore the fascinating evolution of how humans have communicated, from primitive cave drawings to modern AI-driven systems. With Harari’s signature blend of historical insight and future-gazing, we take a satirical yet thought-provoking look at the power of information networks—how they’ve controlled, empowered,...

The Deeper Thinking Podcast: AI and Consciousness - Could AI Become Self-Aware? In this episode of The Deeper Thinking Podcast, we dive into one of the most fascinating and complex topics of our time: the intersection of artificial intelligence and consciousness. As AI technology continues to advance, it brings up the profound question of whether machines could ever achieve self-awareness. Join us as we explore this topic with some of the leading minds in the field, including Susan Schneider,...