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Singularity.FM

Nikola Danaylov
Artificial Intelligence
Ethics
Technology
Veganism
Climate Change
Animal Welfare
Storytelling
Freedom
Health Improvements
AGI
Decision-Making
Junk Code
Leadership
Sustainability
Transhumanism
Robotics
Human Agency
Algorithmic Tyranny
Human Behavior
Technology and Society

Singularity.FM was the first singularity podcast in the world. It is the place where we interview the future and technology meets ethics: an open conversation about the impact of exponential tech, accelerating change, and the choices we make. It helps us identify the full spectrum of unprecedented dangers and opportunities and give birth to our own ideas about the best way to create a better futur... more

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After 300+ interviews on Singularity.FM, it still feels strange to sit on the other side of the microphone. But when Cadell Last invited me on Philosophy Portal, saying no was never an option. Cadell is one of the very few people who can push me on t... more

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Some people see a world coming apart. Peter Leyden sees an old world dying so a better one can be born. That, in essence, is The Great Progression, the thesis of Peter Leyden’s forthcoming HarperCollins book and the spine of our conversation. Peter i... more

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We have godlike technology. Do we have godlike responsibility to match? In this third conversation with Steven Kotler — our first in 14 years — we dig into his latest book, We Are As Gods: A Survival Guide for the Age of Abundance, co-written with Pe... more

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We don’t need more AI. We need a better why for our AI. We are told the why is obvious — cure everything, fix everything, transcend everything. But “solve everything” is not a philosophy. It is an assumption. Even the most powerful intelligence canno... more

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Recent Guests

Nikola Danilov
Singularity Theorist
Philosophy Portal / Self-employed
Episode: The Singularity Is a Story, Not a Prison: My Philosophy Portal Interview with Cadell Last
Peter Leyden
Silicon Valley veteran, co-author of The Long Boom, founder of Reinvent Futures
Reinvent Futures
Episode: The Great Progression: Peter Leyden on AI, Trump and the Next 25 Years
Steven Kotler
Award-winning author and founder of the Flow Research Collective
Flow Research Collective
Episode: Steven Kotler on We Are As Gods: Godlike Power, Stone Age Minds
Ada Palmer
Professor and historian studying societal narratives of golden and dark ages
Episode: Ada Palmer on Inventing the Renaissance: How Golden and Dark Ages Are Constructed and Why They Matter
Graham Priest
Distinguished philosopher of logic, author, and engaged with Buddhist philosophy.
City University of New York Graduate Center
Episode: Graham Priest on Dialetheism, True Contradictions, the Liar Paradox & Why Classical Logic Isn’t Enough
Dr. Jad Tarifi
CEO and co-founder of Integral AI, expert in AI and quantum computing
Integral AI
Episode: Did Integral AI’s Jad Tarifi Just Announce AGI?
Jacob Ward
Veteran journalist focused on technology and its effect on human choices.
Episode: Jacob Ward on The Loop, AI, and a World Without Real Choices
Dr. Eve Poole
Theologian, leadership scholar, and author, whose work bridges ethics, neuroscience, capitalism, and emerging technology.
Episode: Robot Souls & Junk Code: Dr. Eve Poole on Programming Humanity into AI
Petter Törnberg
Assistant Professor in Computational Social Science at the University of Amsterdam, studying the intersection of AI, social media, and politics.
University of Amsterdam
Episode: Petter Törnberg on Algorithmic Tyranny, the Rise of Digital Modernity and Seeing Like a Platform

Host

Nikola Danaylov
Host of Singularity.FM, a long-running interviewer known for thorough preparation, deep questioning, and drawing out insights from leading thinkers in technology, ethics, and futurism.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 355 ratings
  • It's good the length of episodes is variable, depending on how interesting and how much good content there is.

    Podcast Addict
    James3000
    3 years ago
  • Fantastic delve into everything A.I.

    Great interviews with A.I. insiders and a diverse assortment of other related fields, every one relevant in the discussion of our relationship with our rapidly evolving technology. Keep the episodes coming Nikola!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Firedust540
    United States4 years ago
  • A feed-favorite!

    Singularity.FM is a true feed-favorite! It’s obvious Nikola puts extraordinary effort in covering salient topics and finding guests that are authentic and truly care about being a positive force in our world - the insights they bring to bear are mind-blowing every. single. time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oliviabaker13
    United States4 years ago
  • No analysis on the most pressing transhumanist technology of our time

    “Socrates” (talk about giving himself an arrogant

    pseudonym) has yet to tackle the most pressing technology of our time: mRNA therapies. Also, he falls prey to the pseudoscientific arguments behind virology and climate change. Socrates, please read the science you claim to support. Moreover, read the scientific papers that are CRITICAL of the mainstream narrative (I recommend the work of Stefan Lanka to begin with). Science (and philosophy for that matter) is about asking the hard questions. It’... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    COCO Kershul
    United States4 years ago
  • Disappointing

    Interesting topics with to much socialist spin.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    None537
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Insightful interviews with authentic experts; consistently deep and broad discussions.
Audience finds the show intellectually challenging and worth the time.
Fans highlight the host's ability to foster rigorous, meaningful dialogue.
Listeners praise preparation, thoughtful questions, and high-quality guests.
Some episodes skew political; others appreciate nonpartisan, technical focus.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Singularity Is a Story, Not a Prison: My Philosophy Portal Interview with Cadell Last
Q: Why is context more important than content when discussing technology?
He explains that content is the means, while context—rooted in culture, ethics, and story—determines what information matters, how it is interpreted, and what futures are possible.
The Singularity Is a Story, Not a Prison: My Philosophy Portal Interview with Cadell Last
Q: How do you reconcile Kurzweil's teleology with your own view that the future is open and shaped by story?
Danilov argues that teleology imposes a single, religion-like end-state, which he sees as limiting. He asserts that evolution and history are branching processes, and that people must actively participate as authors of their own futures rather than accept a predetermined trajectory.
The Singularity Is a Story, Not a Prison: My Philosophy Portal Interview with Cadell Last
Q: Who is Nikola Danilov and how did you become interested in the technological singularity?
Nikola describes himself as a curious person driven by questions and a passion for learning, tracing his path from an interest sparked by reading influential works on the singularity to becoming a public thinker and interviewer who emphasizes getting close to sources of information.
Graham Priest on Dialetheism, True Contradictions, the Liar Paradox & Why Classical Logic Isn’t Enough
Q: How do you know which contradictions are true?
You must look at the evidence based on your best theory.
Graham Priest on Dialetheism, True Contradictions, the Liar Paradox & Why Classical Logic Isn’t Enough
Q: What does it mean?
Dialethism is the view that some contradictions are true.

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A highly technical and ethics-forward interview series that explores the societal and personal implications of exponential technologies. Across episodes, listeners encounter deep dives into AI, governance, ethics, futurism, and the human factors shaping technological progress, often featuring researchers, authors, and thought leaders who challenge conventional narratives. Notable strengths include long-form, thought-provoking conversations with a diverse set of experts, rigorous preparation by the interviewer, and a willingness to address controversial topics and nuanced trade-offs. The show likely appeals to listeners who want to understand how technology intersects with philosophy, policy, and human values, and who enjoy hearing leading t... more

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1. Nikola Danilov
2. Peter Leyden
3. Steven Kotler
4. Ada Palmer
5. Graham Priest
6. Dr. Jad Tarifi
7. Jacob Ward
8. Dr. Eve Poole

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