- The Techno-Optimist Manifesto with Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz — a16z Podcast
This episode features Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz discussing Andreessen’s essay, "The Techno-Optimist Manifesto." They explore how technological advancements can improve quality of life and shape humanity’s long-term future.
- The Making of Elon Musk | E2: Technocracy, Inc. — Understood: Deepfake Porn Empire
This episode examines Elon Musk's authoritarian leanings, tracing them back to his grandfather Joshua Haldeman and his involvement in the 1930s Technocracy movement. The discussion covers Haldeman's ideology, Musk's early career, and the c…
- How to Hack Democracy — Machines Like Us
This episode features Audrey Tang, Taiwan's former Minister of Digital Affairs, discussing her view that technology and government are symbiotic and can foster a more inclusive democracy, challenging radical techno-optimism prevalent in Si…
- Peering Into A.I.’s Black Box + Who’s The Real Techno-Optimist? + Reading Ancient Scrolls With A.I. — Hard Fork
This episode explores how researchers are making A.I. models more transparent. It also discusses Marc Andreessen's views on techno-optimism and the use of A.I. to decode ancient scrolls.
- Climate tech to save the planet: Techno-optimism or greenwashing? — FT Tech Tonic
This episode of FT Tech Tonic examines the debate surrounding climate technology, featuring perspectives from Eric Toone of Breakthrough Energy Ventures and academic Mark Jacobson on whether new innovations are necessary or a distraction.