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"Technology and the End of the Future" 👉 For more insights, check out the full book here 📖 Transcript and written book summary available here for free 🗒️ Author: James Bridle Category: Technology & the Future
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Hello, knowledge seekers. In this episode of 20-Minute Books, we delve into New Dark Age by James Bridle, an illuminating exploration of the counterintuitive reality of our technological era. Though surrounded by a sea of data, our comprehension of the world appears to diminish rather than expand. Bridle, an insightful author with a background as an artist and writer on
technology provides a crucial investigation into how technology affects society's understanding of global issues like climate change, social inequality, and the politics of misinformation. James Breedle's expertise in the realm of technology is widely recognized, with his commentary and work featured in esteemed publications such as The Guardian,
Wired, and The Atlantic. New Dark Age is his second book, wherein he builds on his extensive knowledge to present a profound commentary on the digital networks that weave into the fabric of our daily lives. This episode is a must-listen for both tech skeptics and enthusiasts, as well as critical thinkers eager to comprehend the geopolitical intricacies of our interconnected
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