Published Jan 25, 2024

Benjamin Breen: The Intersecting Histories of Psychedelics and AI Research

Join history professor Benjamin Breen as he delves into the intertwined histories of AI and psychedelics, revealing how historical understanding can illuminate technological advancements. Explore the transformative power of AI in education, the impact of narratives on public perception, and the shifting promises of techno-utopianism throughout history.

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Benjamin Breen: The Intersecting Histories of Psychedelics and AI Research

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The Future of Coding

The Human Fascination

The Importance of Narratives

Perspectives on AI

Doomerous Narratives

The Nature of Change

Techno Utopianism

The Origins of Techno Utopianism

History's Lessons

Analogies of the Mind

Global Engineering Perspectives

Turing's Belief

Engaging AI Simulations

AI in Education

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Historical Perspectives

AI and Education

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Benjamin Breen: The Intersecting Histories of Psychedelics and AI Research

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Historical PerspectivesBenjamin Breen, a history professor, explores the role of historical understanding in contextualizing technological advancements. He discusses how historical patterns of change apply to modern technology, particularly AI.

Historical Perspectives

AI and EducationBenjamin Breen explores the transformative potential of AI simulations in education, particularly in teaching history. He discusses how these tools can engage students and encourage critical thinking, while also emphasizing the importance of diverse perspectives in AI research.

AI and Education

Narratives and InfluenceBenjamin Breen explores the power of narratives in shaping public perception, particularly in AI and psychedelics. He discusses the allure of apocalyptic narratives and their impact on societal outlooks.

Narratives and Influence

Techno-UtopianismBenjamin Breen explores the historical and modern perspectives on techno-utopianism, highlighting its origins and the evolving narratives around technology's role in society. He examines the optimism of early pioneers and the cautionary lessons learned from past movements.

Techno-Utopianism

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