Hard Sci-Fi Worldbuilding - Robotics, Society, and Purpose
Offered By: Santa Fe Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the intersection of science fiction and complex systems science in this thought-provoking podcast episode featuring Gary Bengier, SFI Trustee, technologist, and philosopher. Delve into the world of hard science fiction and its role in imagining plausible futures, as Bengier discusses his novel "Unfettered Journey." Examine how scientific understanding constrains and inspires speculative world-building, and consider the challenges of distinguishing between realistic projections and fantastical visions in our complex world. Investigate themes of automation, social stratification, climate change, consciousness, and the search for meaning in a highly advanced society. Reflect on the importance of interdisciplinary thinking in addressing fundamental questions about mind, life, and purpose. Gain insights into the potential futures that may arise from our current societal trajectories and the role of complex systems science in understanding both present-day society and possible future scenarios.
Syllabus
Hard Sci-Fi Worldbuilding, Robotics, Society, & Purpose with Gary Bengier
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Santa Fe Institute
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