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Spiritual Machines: Transhumanism and Religion

Spiritual Machines: Transhumanism and Religion

FromNew Books in Science, Technology, and Society


Spiritual Machines: Transhumanism and Religion

FromNew Books in Science, Technology, and Society

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Length:
32 minutes
Released:
Jan 19, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Ever since early scientists began experimenting with immortality elixirs in the middle ages, religion has been influencing transhumanism. Now, we’re beginning to see transhumanism influencing religion.
Guests

Calvin Mercer, Professor of Religious Studies at East Carolina University

Meghan O’Gieblyn, writer

Blaire Ostler, Director and Former President of the Mormon Transhumanist Association


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Released:
Jan 19, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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