Are the machines coming to get us?
What is our relationship to technology and what should it be?
Service Description
As we navigate a world increasingly dominated by technology, this session will explore whether we should fear the machines shaping our lives. Through the lens of Her, The Machine Stops, and essays by Sherry Turkle from her book The Second Self, we'll discuss the ethical, social, and existential implications of our technological future. Join us for a dynamic and engaging conversation that examines the real-world impact of technology on the human condition. Her (2013) film by Spike Jonze This thought-provoking film explores the deepening relationship between a man and his AI operating system. Set in the near future, it delves into themes of love, loneliness, and the evolving nature of human connection. The Machine Stops (1909) short story by E.M. Forster In this dystopian short story, humanity lives underground, completely reliant on a vast, all-encompassing machine. The story raises questions about human dependency on technology and the potential loss of agency. Essays: The Second Self by Sherry Turkle "Thinking of Yourself as a Machine" - Discusses the psychological and philosophical implications of viewing oneself in terms of computational metaphors and mechanical processes, reflecting on how these views shape our self-identity and interactions with technology. "The Human Spirit in a Computer Culture" - Examines how computer technology affects our sense of identity, creativity, and the human spirit, highlighting both the challenges and opportunities posed by digital culture.
Upcoming Sessions
Contact Details
Steeplejack Brewing Company, NE Broadway, Portland, OR, USA
mary@premiseinstitute.com