The Technology That Transforms Us - From the Stone Age to the Computer Age

Explore the profound impact of technology on human evolution in this thought-provoking World Science Festival panel discussion. Delve into the journey from stone tools to smartphones, examining how our creations have shaped our development as a species. Join philosophers, anthropologists, and futurists as they investigate the intricate relationship between humans and their tools, offering insights into our past, present, and potential future. Discover the concept of the "collective brain" and how it relates to technological progress. Examine the longevity of tools throughout history and their influence on human cognition. Investigate emerging technologies such as wearables, implantables, ingestible sensors, and brain-computer interfaces, considering their potential to merge with the human body. Discuss the societal implications of rapid technological advancement, including fears of change and potential backlash. Gain a fascinating glimpse into a future where the line between human and machine continues to blur, raising profound questions about our identity and the nature of consciousness in the digital age.

Introduction
Rick Potts
Joe Henriksen
The Collective Brain
The Stone Age
Dr Isabel Peterson
Dr David Chalmers
Extending the Mind
The Mental abacus
Longevity of tools
The Wearable Past
Tools and Us Becoming One
Brain Surgery
Brain Computer Interface
Stone Age Technology
Apple Glasses
Augmented Reality
Fear of Change
Ingestible Technologies
Merged Technologies
Fear Backlash
Is Google Making Us Stupid