Author of Modern Occultism and historian of alternative spirituality Mitch Horowitz helps us launch the sigil that flips the script on civilization, itself. Live music by Steven Brent. This conversation was recorded live in collaboration with Digital Void at Caveat in New York City on Saturday, October 28, 2023. About Mitch Horowitz Mitch Horowitz is a historian of alternative spirituality and one of today’s most literate voices of esoterica, mysticism, and the occult. Mitch is a writer-in-resid...
Nov 01, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 268
Douglas Rushkoff explains his decision to leave X, and all social media platforms, behind him in a first-of-its-kind monologue-only episode of Team Human. In his monologue, Rushkoff draws inspiration from Chaucer's Parlement of Foules to discuss how the platform dynamics of X/Twitter are unfit for nuanced discussion about global tragedies and human suffering. 🎟️ This Saturday, Oct. 28: Team Human Live returns! Douglas Rushkoff will be in conversation with Mitch Horowitz at Caveat in New York Ci...
Oct 25, 2023•42 min•Ep. 267
Douglas Rushkoff was selected to be interviewed for TIME's Person of the Week podcast for a conversation about how human behavior is training AI. Originally publushed Sept. 7, 2023. Keep up with TIME's Person of the Week Podcast page | Excerpts from Rushkoff's conversation 🌍 You can support Team Human on Patreon to unlock access to a number of great perks including an ad-free feed of Team Human beginning June 21, access to the Team Human Discord community where we record monthly Q&A session...
Oct 21, 2023•27 min
Activist, filmmaker, author, and podcaster behind Gaslit Nation Andrea Chalupa shows us how to muster the courage, tenacity ,and willpower to fight for the willpower we want. About Andrea Chalupa Andrea Chalupa is a journalist, filmmaker, author, and activist. She is the writer and producer of the journalistic thriller Mr. Jones , directed by three-time Academy Award-nominee Agnieszka Holland (Europa Europa; The Secret Garden; House of Cards; The Wire) and starring James Norton, Vanessa Kirby, a...
Oct 18, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 266
In a pause from our normal weekly release, Rushkoff reminds us not to dehumanize each other. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 11, 2023•2 min
Associate Professor of English and Comparative Literature at Columbia University and author of the forthcoming Literary Theory For Robots Dennis Yi Tenen shares the hidden history of modern machine intelligence — which has more to do with medieval poetry and Russian folktales than the myths being told by those in Silicon Valley. 📕 You can pre-order Dennis Yi Tenen’s new book, Literary Theory For Robots , now. About Dennis Yi Tenen Dennis Yi Tenen is an associate professor of English and Compara...
Oct 04, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 265
Award-winning author and journalist Maggie Jackson shares some of the insights of her new book, Uncertain: The Wisdom and Wonder of Being Unsure. 🎙️ In his monologue, Rushkoff advocates for a holistic understanding of life - not just individualized, mechanized processes. 📕 You can pre-order Maggie Jackson’s new book, Uncertain: The Wisdom and Wonder of Being Unsure now. About Maggie Jackson Maggie Jackson is an award-winning author and journalist known for her penetrating writings on social tr...
Sep 28, 2023•52 min•Ep. 264
Playing for Team Human today, it’s Team Human! Douglas Rushkoff hosts the eleventh Team Human call-in show from the community Discord server. This conversation was recorded on Sept. 7, 2023. 🎟️ Team Human Live! Join Douglas Rushkoff in conversation with Mitch Horowitz on Saturday, Oct. 28, at Caveat in New York City! Join two award-winning authors for a special live podcast taping, book signing, live music, and social hour. Click here for tickets and livestream. 🌍 You can support Team Human on...
Sep 20, 2023•58 min•Ep. 263
Working at the intersection of science, technology, and culture, Kevin Slavin introduces us to the weird and wonderful world of microbial sensing — and what pandemics can teach us about the game of life. 🎙️ In his monologue, Rushkoff discusses the importance of expertise and passion to help us understand each other beyond our utility value. 🎟️ Just Announced: Team Human Live! Join Douglas Rushkoff in conversation with Mitch Horowitz on Saturday, Oct. 28, at Caveat in New York City! Join two aw...
Sep 13, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 262
Author and activist Naomi Klein and Douglas Rushkoff talk about her new book, Doppelgange r , and take a trip into the mirror world. 🎙️ In his monologue, Rushkoff explains how one white supremacist’s rejection of economic common sense stuck. 📰 You can read Rushkoff’s monologue, The Tragedy of No Commons , on Medium. 📚 You can pre-order Naomi Klein’s book, Doppleganger: A Trip into the Mirror World , now. Keep up with Naomi Klein Website | Twitter About Naomi Klein Naomi Klein is an award-winn...
Sep 06, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 261
Science fiction author and futurist Madeline Ashby helps us understand why Hollywood’s future belongs to people - not machines. 🎙️In his monologue, Rushkoff warns us that spectacle is what prevents us from seeing each other 📰 Read Ashby’s Wired piece, Hollywood’s Future Belong to People - Not Machines Keep up with Madeline Ashby Website | Twitter About Madeline Ashby Madeline Ashby graduated from the first cohort of the M.Des. in Strategic Foresight and Innovation programme at OCADU in 2011. I...
Aug 30, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 260
Playing for Team Human today, it’s Team Human! Douglas Rushkoff hosts the ninth Team Human call-in show from the community Discord server. This conversation was recorded on August 01, 2023. Rushkoff fields questions about the differences between creating content for broad audiences and expert communities, the different ways people define capitalism and fascism, the influence of The Social Dilemma, and the role of creatives in amplifying community needs. 🌍 You can support Team Human on Patreon t...
Aug 16, 2023•56 min•Ep. 258
Author of Human Extinction: A History of the Science and Ethics of Annihilation Émile P. Torres talks about TESCREAL- Transhumanism, Extropianism, Singularitarianism, Cosmism, Rationalism, Effective Altruism, and Longtermism. 🎙️ In his monologue, Rushkoff wonders if magic is our probable path to a sustainable future. 📰 You can read Rushkoff's monologue, Embracing the Impossible , on Medium. About Émile P. Torres Émile P. Torres’ work over the past decade has centered around a single theme: esc...
Aug 09, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 257
Scientist, science fiction author, and futurist David Brin shows us how by granting AI’s individuality we can begin to hold them accountable for their actions. 🎙️ In his monologue, Rushkoff discusses his struggles with burnout and how he’s working to overcome it. Episode Resources Give Every AI a Soul - or Else Vivid Tomorrows Atlas Shrugged: The Hidden Context of the Book and Film Polemical Judo About David Brin David Brin is a science fiction author, scientist & transparency/internet secu...
Aug 02, 2023•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 256
Author of Chapel Perilous: The Life and Thought Crimes of Robert Anton Wilson Gabriel Kennedy walks us through the Chapel Perilous and reminds us how important and essential Wilson’s work is in a world on the brink of conspiratorial madness. 🎙️In his monologue, Rushkoff discusses how Robert Anton Wilson modeled uncertainty as a form of play and the long-term implications of Operation Mindfuck. 📚 Pre-order Kenedy's Chapel Perilous: The Life and Thought Crimes of Robert Anton Wilson from MIT Pre...
Jul 26, 2023•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 255
Douglas Rushkoff joined TrueAnon for a conversation about AI hype cycles and human connection in a digital future. Provided as a special bonus for Team Human Podcast supporters. Originally published July 13, 2023. About TrueAnon TrueAnon is a podcast about your enemies made by your friends. Join unlicensed private investigators Liz Franczak, Brace Belden, and Yung Chomsky for a show that will drive you insane. Support TrueAnon on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/TrueAnonPod Subscribe to TrueAnon ...
Jul 24, 2023•1 hr 31 min
Playing for Team Human today, it’s Team Human! Douglas Rushkoff hosts the ninth Team Human call-in show from the community Discord server. This show was recorded on Friday, June 23, 2023. Rushkoff fields questions about denaturalizing power in comedy, the mainstreaming of unidentified aerial phenomena, and the Musar movement. 🌍 You can support Team Human on Patreon to unlock access to a number of great perks including ad-free episodes of Team Human , access to the Team Human Discord community w...
Jul 19, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 254
Singer, songwriter, and producer behind Zola Jesus Nika Roza Danilova helps us recognize the power of the arts to reconnect us to the forces of nature. 🎙️ In his monologue, Rushkoff explains why older people make more plausible candidates. 📰 You can read Rushkoff’s monologue, You Want a Younger President? , on Medium. About Nika Roza Danilova Nika Roza Danilova, known professionally by her stage name Zola Jesus, is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer. Her music has been noted f...
Jul 12, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 253
QAnon Anonymous collaborator, conspiracy researcher, and postdoctoral researcher Annie Kelly helps us navigate the new landscape of conspiracy theory in a digital age. 🎙 In his monologue, Rushkoff explains how the quest for empirical evidence can undermine our power. 📰 You can read Rushkoff’s monologue, Keep Memes Magical , on Medium. About Annie Kelly Annie Kelly is a Ph.D. student at the University of East Anglia researching the impact of digital cultures on anti-feminism and the far right, ...
Jul 05, 2023•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 252
Symbolist, curator, creator, and editor of a new version of Caligula Thomas Negovan discusses artistic and spiritual responses to the deadening effects of industrialism. 🎙 In his monologue, Rushkoff asks us not to give up our local, home-field advantage by fighting for change on a huge abstract level 📰 You can read Rushkoff’s monologue, The Scaled Golum , on Medium. 📚 Read more about Negovan’s new version of Caligula . 🌍 You can support Team Human on Patreon to unlock access to a number of g...
Jun 28, 2023•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 251
Playing for Team Human today, it’s Team Human! Douglas Rushkoff hosts the eighth Team Human call-in show from the community Discord server. This show was recorded on Friday, May 19, 2023. Rushkoff fields questions about how young artists struggle to imagine dream projects, how to use large language models creatively, and the ways we can combat AI doomerism? 🎙 In his monologue, Rushkoff discusses how AI should be the center of the show – not hidden in the writer’s room. 📰 You can read Rushkoff’...
Jun 22, 2023•59 min•Ep. 250
Cognitive scientist, social entrepreneur, and author of Rebooting AI Gary Marcus helps us parse between the real and imagined threats of AI, shares his recent experience testifying before Congress, and discusses his plans to intervene on our behalf. 🎙️ In his monologue, Rushkoff discusses why tech bro warnings feel more like a coordinated money grab. 📰 You can read a written version of Rushkoff’s monologue, AI Panic = AI Hype , on Medium. 🌍 You can support Team Human on Patreon to unlock acce...
Jun 14, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 249
Douglas Rushkoff took the stage at All Tech is Human’s Responsible Tech Mixer to explain why he refuses to be autotuned in the face of technosolutionism and the rise AI . Recorded April 26, 2023, at Betaworks in New York City. 📺 Click here to watch a video of Rushkoff’s talk. 🌎 Learn more about All Tech is Human Website | LinkedIn | YouTube | Slack | Programs | Upcoming Events 🌍 Team Human is made possible thanks to the generous support of our listeners on Patreon . Your support will unlock a...
Jun 07, 2023•32 min•Ep. 248
Author of Palo Alto: A History of California, Capitalism, and The World Malcom Harris helps us understand the history and foundations of the Silicon Valley mindset so we can better respond to its destructive capacity today. 🎙 In his monologue, Rushkoff discusses how cultivating awe can save the world. 📰 You can read Rushkoff’s monologue, How Cultivating Awe Can Save The World , on Medium. 📕 Palo Alto: A History of California, Capitalism, and The World by Malcolm Harris is now available. 📗 Do...
Jun 02, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 247
TV Producer and Author of Screenage: How TV Shaped Our Reality From Tammy Faye to RuPaul’s Drag Race Fenton Bailey discusses the nature of the screen and the power it has unleashed for a designer reality. 🎙 In his monologue, Rushkoff discusses how re-socializing the people can help us change the register. 📰 You can read Rushkoff’s monologue, Individual Liberty is No Longer the Goal , on Medium. 📕 Screenage: How TV Shaped Our Reality From Tammy Faye to RuPaul’s Drag Race by Fenton Bailey is no...
May 16, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 246
Playing for Team Human today, it’s Team Human! Douglas Rushkoff hosts the seventh Team Human call-in show from the community Discord server. This show was recorded on Friday, April 28, 2023. Rushkoff fields questions about how AI will influence art and music production, the differences between artistic and corporate use of AI, and overcoming fear. 🎙 In his monologue, Rushkoff discusses how AIs are trained to imitate, amplify, and accelerate human behavior — and why that means humans need to be ...
May 08, 2023•51 min•Ep. 245
Cofounder of Greenpeace and writer of the Deep Green column Rex Weyler helps us transcend the idea that we can fix the environment – or anything else – so we can finally learn to participate as members of a living world. 🎙 In his monologue, Rushkoff discusses how re-socializing people can help us change the register. 📰 You can read Rushkoff’s monologue, Individual Liberty is No Longer the Goal , on Medium. About Rex Weyler Rex Weyler is a writer and ecologist. His books include Blood of the La...
Apr 24, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 244
Head of the AI and Media Integrity Program at the Partnership on AI (PAI) Claire Leibowicz, Tech Policy Press CEO and Editor Justin Hendrix , Betaworks CEO John Borthwick , and Douglas Rushkoff come up with guiding principles for the future of artificial intelligence on a live panel discussion recorded at Betaworks on Monday, April 3. 🎙 In his monologue, Rushkoff announces a new MA program in Media Arts and Performance, for community-minded artist, media activists, and performers. 📰 You can re...
Apr 14, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 243
Executive Director of the Institute for the Future Marina Gorbis and Institute for the Future Equitable Enterprise Initiative Advisor Jerry Davis discuss how to change the register from industrial values to collaborative commerce. 🎙 In his monologue, Rushkoff explains how denaturalizing power reveals the constructed landscape. 📰 You can read a written version of Rushkoff’s monologue, If it Ain’t Real, Don’t Fix it , on Medium. About Marina Gorbis Marina Gorbis is Executive Director of the Inst...
Mar 30, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 242
Executive Director of the Economic Hardship Reporting Project and author of Bootstrapped: Liberating Ourselves from the American Dream Alissa Quart helps us dispel the myth of the self-made man once and for all. 🎙 In his monologue, Rushkoff explains why he believes we’ve hit peak billionaire mindset. 📖 Alissa Quart’s book, Bootstrapped: Liberating Ourselves from the American Dream , is now available. About Alissa Quart: Alissa Quart is the author of five acclaimed books of nonfiction including...
Mar 20, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 241
