Ghosts in the Machine

Ghosts in the Machine

Author: Ampel October 30, 2024 Duration: 11:04

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In this series of THE NEXT BILLION SECONDS we'll explore the enormous changes that are taking place right now - almost everywhere we look. Because things are moving fast.The future has suddenly become the present.

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Ever feel like the world is shifting beneath your feet? That's the sensation The Next Billion Seconds with Mark Pesce captures and explores. Hosted by award-winning futurist and journalist Mark Pesce, this podcast digs into the profound technological and societal transformations happening right now-at a pace humanity has never before experienced. It’s not just speculation; it’s about understanding the forces reshaping how we work, connect, and even think about value and money, so we can navigate today with more clarity. Mark has a knack for untangling complex ideas, making the dizzying rate of change feel comprehensible and, more importantly, actionable. Each episode serves as a guide, helping you piece together what’s coming next from the signals already here. For anyone curious about where science, technology, and global news are steering us, this podcast from Ampel is an essential companion. Tune in to hear thoughtful analysis that connects the dots between emerging trends and your daily decisions, all delivered with an engaging, accessible style. The future isn't a distant abstraction on this show-it's the next billion seconds, and they're already unfolding.
Author: Language: en-au Episodes: 50

The Next Billion Seconds with Mark Pesce
Podcast Episodes
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AGETECH AEON - Ep 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:50
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ALWAYS IMPERFECT - COME TOGETHER FIGHT NOW [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:34
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THE NEXT BILLION CARS: Driving me Backwards (Pt 1): USA! USA! USA! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:38
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ALWAYS IMPERFECT - THE BIG END OF AI [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:55
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Duration: 25:28
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ALWAYS IMPERFECT - ISN'T IT IRONIC? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:00
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ALWAYS IMPERFECT - BUILDING RESISTANCE [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:09
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