June 17, 2024

3/1 - Japanese Animated Cyberpunk AI Ethics: Playing God in Akira (1988) and Searching for our Mechanical Humanity in Ghost in the Shell (1995)

26 minutes

Season 3, Episode 1

Akira (1988) and Ghost in the Shell (1995)

Created and Produced by:

b. floore, bfloore.online (barry)

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Summary

In the premiere episode of Season 3, Barry from bflow.online explores ethical AI through the lens of two iconic anime films: Akira and Ghost in the Shell.

The podcast discusses the ethical challenges and societal implications presented in these movies, paralleling them with modern concerns about artificial intelligence. It investigates themes of unchecked power, identity, and the intersection of humanity and technology, emphasizing the importance of ethical considerations in AI development.

The episode also includes contributions from AI-generated voices and acknowledges various AI tools used in its production.

Discussion

Relevance of anime films "Akira" and "Ghost in the Shell" to ethical considerations surrounding AI

Themes and narratives of the films and their parallels to real-world ethical challenges posed by AI technology

Cautionary tales and potential consequences of unchecked technological advancement

Ethical dilemmas in AI development, including blurring of lines between human and machine, AI autonomy and rights, and the need for ethical frameworks

Societal implications of prioritizing technological progress over ethical considerations

Capacity of anime as a medium to ask thought-provoking questions about AI ethics

Exploration of other anime series raising ethical dilemmas related to AI and technology

Anticipating and addressing the ethical challenges that come with technological progress

Real-world discussions on authenticity, ownership, and the nature of art in relation to AI and technology

Using anime films and series as a lens to explore ethical responsibilities in AI development

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to Season 3

00:53 Acknowledgements and Tools

01:34 Welcome to New and Returning Listeners

02:15 Exploring Akira: A Dystopian Masterpiece

03:32 Ghost in the Shell: Humanity and Technology

07:13 Ethical AI Through Anime

17:25 Break Time

18:15 Impact of Anime on AI Ethics

23:05 Concluding Thoughts and Future Episodes

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