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Prosthetic Gods

Prosthetic Gods

De : James Hughes and Nir Eisikovits
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 Welcome to “Prosthetic Gods,” the podcast where bioethicist James Hughes and philosopher Nir Eisikovits engage in spirited debates on the ethics and politics of emerging technologies. Hughes, a pro-technology transhumanist, and Eisikovits, with his Luddite stance, explore topics from brain-computer interfaces to artificial intelligence. Tune in and explore the promise and perils of technological advancements with us!Copyright 2024 All rights reserved. Philosophie Sciences sociales
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    • Simulations

      Simulations
      Jan 22 2026
      Episode 33 - Simulations

      This week on Prosthetic Gods, Nir and J. discuss the simulation hypothesis, the idea that we may actually be living in the Matrix. We discuss its religious and philosophical precedents, Bostrom’s classic argument, and the contemporary physics that some think supports the idea.

      Show Notes:

      The Simulation Argument

      Are we living in a computer simulation? I don’t know. Probably.

      As always, listeners can contact us at prostheticgods@gmail.com with questions, comments, and suggestions for future topics.

      Credits:

      Hosted by James Hughes and Nir Eisikovits Music & Production by Jake Burley
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      52 min
    • Moral Enhancement

      Moral Enhancement
      Jan 9 2026
      Episode 32 - Moral Enhancement

      This week on Prosthetic Gods, J and Nir discuss “moral enhancement,” the use of drugs and devices to promote moral sentiments, cognition, and behavior. Is it any different from drinking coffee instead of alcohol when you go to work? What might the unintended consequences be of making ourselves more compassionate? Is happiness a virtue?

      Show Notes:

      Bernie and Hinton ondemocratizing AI

      Europe is Bending the Knee to the US on Tech Policy

      WHO Sets GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drug Guidelines

      As always, listeners can contact us at prostheticgods@gmail.com with questions, comments, and suggestions for future topics.

      Credits:

      Hosted by James Hughes and Nir Eisikovits Music & Production by Jake Burley
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      57 min
    • Shoulda Put a Ring On It

      Shoulda Put a Ring On It
      Dec 23 2025
      Episode 31 - Shoulda Put a Ring On It

      Should you be able to marry your chatbot? Should it be allowed to own property? In this episode of Prosthetic Gods, Nir and J discuss the proposed law in Ohio banning AI personhood. Listen before you make any rash decisions!

      Show Notes:

      Ohio House Bill 469

      Ohio House Bill 469 would label artificial intelligence as 'nonsentient entities' and block legal personhood

      “It’s time to prepare for AI personhood” Jacy Reese Anthis

      “The Quest for the Transition of Inalienable Rights from Humans to Intelligent Machines” Compierchio, Tretten & Illankoon. Philosophies

      The movie 'Her' imagined perfect AI companions

      As always, listeners can contact us at prostheticgods@gmail.com with questions, comments, and suggestions for future topics.

      Credits:

      Hosted by James Hughes and Nir Eisikovits Music & Production by Jake Burley
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      59 min
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