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Team Human with Douglas Rushkoff

Douglas Rushkoff
Artificial Intelligence
Climate Change
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Capitalism
Authoritarianism
Technology
Psychedelics
Mental Health
Social Justice
Fascism
Counterculture
Community Resilience
Social Media
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Spirituality
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Human Connection
Covid-19

Douglas Rushkoff sits down with scientists, activists, artists, philosophers, and researchers asking the same question: who actually benefits from the way we've built this world — and what do we do about it? Team Human is a weekly podcast about technology, power, consciousness, and what it means to stay human in a world that increasingly doesn't seem designed for us. No corporate backing. No netwo... more

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What is art for? Rushkoff is joined by legendary musician and producer Brian Eno to explore the necessity of moving away from the certainty of victory and into the delight of surrender.

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Rushkoff sits down with Kat Tenbarage, (Founder, Spitfire News) to pull back the curtain on the intersection of AI, digital harassment, and political maneuvering. Together, they discuss Humans First: Is it a true bipartisan coalition or a strategic f... more

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Recent Guests

Brian Eno
Musician, author of What Is Art For?
What Is Art For? (book)
Episode: "What If" Is the Enemy of Fascism (w/Brian Eno)
Kat Tenbarge
Internet accountability journalist
Business Insider and NBC News contributor; founder of Spitfire News
Episode: Exposing the Billionaire Funding Behind AI Safety Movements (w/ Kat Tenbarge)
Douglas Rushkoff
Media theorist, professor, host of Team Human
Team Human
Episode: Disaster Capitalism and the Case for Leveling Down - Rushkoff on Crazy Town
Jeffrey Kripal
Scholar and author focused on decolonizing reality and Superhumanities
Episode: The Lobotomy of History: Reclaiming Our Extraordinary States (w/ Jeffrey Kripal)
Grant Morrison
Guest; writer and occult виде
Episode: Grant Morrison: The Enemies of Humanity Are Wielding Occult Power
Shira Chess
Professor of Entertainment and Media Studies at the University of Georgia; scholar of digital folklore
University of Georgia
Episode: The Internet Is an Occult Machine (w/ Shira Chess)
Taylor Lorenz
Tech culture journalist and author of Extremely Online
User Mag
Episode: Do Tech Billionaires Want Us Dead? (w/ Taylor Lorenz)
Eric Wargo
Multidisciplinary researcher and author of From Nowhere and Time Loops
Episode: We Are Time Travelers: Retrocausality & The Long Self with Eric Wargo
Cameron Berg
Artificial intelligence researcher working on frontier alignment research
AE Studio
Episode: Cameron Berg: Alien Minds & Self-Other Overlap - Teaching AI Empathy

Host

Douglas Rushkoff
Douglas Rushkoff is a renowned media theorist and author known for his insightful commentary on technology, society, and culture. He explores the impact of digital technology on human behavior and aims to provoke thought and action toward a more humane and equitable society.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 810 ratings
  • Important stuff

    Douglas continues to offer important ideas and important question for the these interesting times. He continues to reorient me towards thoughtful optimism and, for that, I remain grateful and inspired.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    beelzebucky
    United Statesa month ago
  • Epstein Class

    Usually enjoy Douglas’s podcast and particularly liked his analysis of the scientific wing of the Epstein class. As a non-elite scientist I demand better representation by the “guiding lights”. Not all of us are card carrying reductionist materialists. And it was never clear to me why a significant fraction of the scientific elite are doctrinaire jerks; I guess that’s matter in motion fer ya !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kyoung21b
    United States2 months ago
  • Kickass

    So glad I found this

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cam2973
    United States7 months ago
  • Refreshing Informative Hopeful

    On my second episode planning to listen to more. Surprisingly hopeful conversations engaging distressing topics. Want to share my perspective that while psychedelics can help people open their minds, if you’re surrounded by fear and authoritarianism it’s not going to change your perspective in reference to the from Meta to Soma episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kikicoldhands
    Canada8 months ago
  • On Self-Care

    I’m glad Rushkoff is prioritizing self-care as he describes on his most recent podcast. Without firming our own foundation, we will reach out from a crumbling one and bring people into instability. In short, self-care is not selfish. And this is especially true for those pushing against dominant narratives about tech being synonymous with advancement. The cure to tech addiction is uninterrupted thought; boredom that is allowed to morph into creativity without the impediment of neon distraction. ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Travlociraptor
    United States2 years ago

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Feedback indicates a strong emotional connection with the host's perspectives, often finding hope and community within the content.
The authenticity and grassroots nature of conversations are often praised, with many finding these discussions a refreshing departure from corporate media narratives.
Overall, many express deep appreciation for the podcast's contributions to understanding complex societal dynamics and fostering a sense of connection among listeners.
Some critiques mention a desire for more concise dialogues at times, highlighting the need for balance between depth and engagement.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and thoughtful discussions that challenge societal norms and encourage active engagement with critical issues.

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#202
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#231
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"What If" Is the Enemy of Fascism (w/Brian Eno)
Q: Why is art considered a countermeasure to fascism?
Art and play create spaces for imagining other futures, testing emotions, and developing flexible responses, which undermines the rigid certainty that fuels authoritarian ideologies.
Grant Morrison: The Enemies of Humanity Are Wielding Occult Power
Q: So what's the actionable part of magic once we've found the others?
Activating the collective sigil through coordinated, pro-human action—moving from theory to disruption of extractive scripts, and starting by recognizing we are authors, not victims, who can shape a shared reality in real time.
Grant Morrison: The Enemies of Humanity Are Wielding Occult Power
Q: Would you consider yourself a specialist in that sense?
Yes, I've spent a lifetime studying it, reading grimoires, conjuring, testing if things work, and separating truth from superstition; the specialist has practical knowledge that can be applied by others in their daily practice.
Do Tech Billionaires Want Us Dead? (w/ Taylor Lorenz)
Q: Do you think their coverage of the net and of digital media was too... I don't know, either, like, pro-corporate?
Taylor explains that many mainstream media outlets focus more on business narratives rather than user experiences, leading to a lack of nuanced coverage of digital culture.
Do Tech Billionaires Want Us Dead? (w/ Taylor Lorenz)
Q: Did you see what Taylor wrote this week? You see what Lorenz wrote that week? But you got out voluntarily. You got out.
Taylor shares her perspective on leaving traditional media to pursue independent journalism when she felt her voice was stifled by corporate media structures.

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Conversations span an array of critical societal topics, exploring the intersections of technology, power, and human consciousness. Through dialogues with an eclectic mix of scientists, activists, artists, and philosophers, the content seeks to unravel who benefits from current societal structures and what actionable changes can be made. The discussions draw on personal experiences and contemporary issues, emphasizing the urgency of community engagement and fostering resilience in the face of societal challenges. Notably, the host prioritizes authentic, grassroots conversations over corporate narratives, creating a space for unfiltered exploration of pressing topics.

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1. Brian Eno
2. Kat Tenbarge
3. Douglas Rushkoff
4. Jeffrey Kripal
5. Grant Morrison
6. Shira Chess
7. Taylor Lorenz
8. Eric Wargo

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