Chapter
The Power of Human Beings in the Anthropocene Era
01:51 - 07:05 (05:14)
The rise of industrial economies and the use of fossil fuels has made human beings the most powerful force on the planet, with the ability to both shape and destroy it, leading some wealthy individuals to seek refuge in a high-tech version of Noah's Ark.
Clips
This podcast episode explores the transition of human economies, from agricultural to industrial and beyond, driven by various factors such as the factory system, railways, and acceleration of information.
01:51 - 04:56 (03:05)
Summary
This podcast episode explores the transition of human economies, from agricultural to industrial and beyond, driven by various factors such as the factory system, railways, and acceleration of information. The speaker discusses how humans have become the most powerful through the production and use of fossil fuels, which has also led to the push of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.
ChapterThe Power of Human Beings in the Anthropocene Era
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PodcastTED Talks Daily
The podcast discusses whether humanity is headed towards a super-intelligent future or the possibility of being a suicide species.
04:56 - 07:05 (02:09)
Summary
The podcast discusses whether humanity is headed towards a super-intelligent future or the possibility of being a suicide species.