The KMO Show

Updated: 01 Dec 2024 • 31 episodes
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Join veteran podcaster, interviewer, and artist, KMO, as he and his guests explore how we know what we know and how we can use that knowledge to address societal challenges and create a more prosperous and equitable world.. The KMO Show features conversations with interdisciplinary thinkers and innovators on topics like artificial intelligence, evolutionary psychology, social dynamics, and more.

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In this episode of The KMO Show, host KMO speaks with Kevin Lynn, Executive Director of the Institute for Sound Public Policy, about the 2024 election results and broader historical patterns. The conversation begins with an AI-generated introduction acknowledging their shared history in the Peak Oil community and mutua

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Meta Ronin is the keeper of the Metapocalypse Substack blog. This conversation between KMO and Meta Ronin explores the complex and controversial topic of AI companions, often referred to as "robo waifus." The discussion goes far beyond the surface-level concept of sex robots, delving into philosophical, social, and eth

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KMO Talks with Peter Clarke, author of the The Decadence Project Substack and The Singularity Survival Guide: How to Get on the Good Side of Your Future Robot Overlords. Topics include transhumanism, DIY biotechnology, cultural polarization, and the unexpected accessibility of genetic experimentation. They delve into m

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KMO & Tommy Blanchard 27 Aug 2024 • EN

023 - Cognitive Wonderland with Tommy Blanchard

KMO talks with data scientist and neuro-philosopher, Tommy Blanchard and the current moment in artificial intelligence. They dive into a nuanced discussion about the potential impacts of artificial intelligence on society and the job market. Tommy offers a measured perspective on AI, arguing that while it will change m

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KMO & Douglas Lain 03 Jul 2024 • EN

KMO on Doug Lain's 15 Yeas in Podcasting Livestream

Doug Lain has been podcasting for 15 years. We talk about the early days of podcasting and how the scene has changed. As always happens when Doug and I get to talking, the conversation goes all over the place.

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KMO & Douglas Rushkoff 03 Jul 2024 • EN

022 - Douglas Rushkoff cheering for Team Human

I've been comparing notes with Douglas Rushkoff about technology, memes, drugs and walking on the weird side for about 30 years. Not surprisingly, I remember the details better than he does. He talks to a LOT of people.

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