Now I'm Scared of Cyborgs
Summary
Host Ben Bradford explores the rising reality of cyborgs, tracing the concept from 19th-century fiction to modern military and tech investments. He interviews experts on brain-computer interfaces, discussing how companies like Neuralink aim to merge humans with AI. The episode argues that while invasive implants remain distant, non-invasive wearables may soon blur the line between human and machine, creating a subtle path to a cyborg future.
Topics discussed
Introduction: The surprising reality of cyborgs
Cyborg Story 1: Edgar Allan Poe and the first cyborg tale
Medical implants vs. enhancement and DIY biohacking
Cyborg Story 2: Military research and the Halo soldier
Sponsors: Betterment, Workday, and strawberry.me
Cyborg Story 3: The Matrix and early brain-computer interfaces
Cyborg Story 4: Neuralink, AI integration, and corporate motives
Sponsors: Carvana, Lisa, and Fresh Air promo
The simplest path: Wearables and non-invasive brain tech
Conclusion, next episode preview, and credits
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