Humans – What Makes Us Special?
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In this episode of Positively Pedestrian, we discuss various cultural and social artifacts that may be strong evidence for the idea human beings are “special” and not just another animal species. We discuss how technology enhances our capabilities, pushes the boundaries of what is possible, and how this is perhaps defining. Finally, we look at collective human intelligence, creativity, and imagination.
Capitole
1. What’s In a Voice? Tyson & Astigmatism (00:00:00)
2. Human Beings as "Animals" or Something Else (00:10:02)
3. Classification & Defining Species and Capability (00:13:50)
4. A Platform to See & Become Greater Things (00:19:02)
5. Are We in Control of Our Own Fate/Destiny? (00:28:38)
6. Technology Imbued Triple Helix of Humanity (00:36:16)
7. Belief Shaping Potential & Human Creativity (00:40:23)
8. Global Collectivism Culture & Language (00:44:58)
9. Agnostically Celebrating the Best of Humanity (00:49:24)
10. Rational Belief in Human Uniqueness (00:54:40)
11. Language & Information Management Skills (00:56:50)
12. Cooking Food & Bad Drivers in Flying Cars (00:58:59)
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