From Ape to Algorithm: What We Still Need to Learn About Ourselves
What if our consciousness isn't the pinnacle of evolution, but a source of profound misunderstandings about our place in the world? This train of thought leads from the silent intuition of animals, through the loud arrogance of our civilization, to the question of whether our greatest achievements, from capitalism to warfare, are based on a fundamental error. An unvarnished look at the human condition and the systems we have created.
The Snowballing Paradox
We tend to believe that we are experts in progress, confidently moving from one advancement to the next. But this faith often blinds us to the true cost, from toxic chemicals buried by corporate greed to the slow, invisible erosion of our future. This is an exploration of the unforeseen consequences we can no longer afford to ignore.
When 'What Will You Be?' Becomes 'What Will We Be?
Worried about the future? It's not just yours! Why ask 'What will I be?' when the world is burning? We need tangible solutions, like bottle deposits or sensible taxes. Flight vs. train, something's wrong there! And why is tobacco more expensive than alcohol? Thoughts on priorities and the future that concerns us all.