thinkfuture: technology, philosophy and the future

940 NAVIGATING POST-TRUTH


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In this thought-provoking podcast episode, we tackle the challenging concept of navigating the post-truth era, where belief often overshadows the objective truth. As the digital landscape becomes increasingly saturated with AI-generated content, distinguishing between reality and fiction becomes more complex. The episode delves into the recent controversy surrounding Google's AI, Gemini, and its generation of historically inaccurate images, sparking a debate on the manipulation and reinterpretation of historical facts.
The discussion transcends this specific instance to explore the broader implications of living in a world where personal beliefs can defy empirical evidence, highlighting the human tendency towards cognitive dissonance. The host passionately advocates for a return to Socratic questioning, urging listeners to critically examine their beliefs in the face of contradictory evidence. By embracing skepticism and open-mindedness, we can hope to discern truth in an era where reality is often a matter of perception.

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thinkfuture: technology, philosophy and the futureBy chris kalaboukis

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