In this episode of the Overthink podcast, the hosts dive into the philosophy of driving, sharing stories about Jacques Lacan's reckless driving and the phenomenon of "highway hypnosis." They discuss how our driving experiences influence our understanding of time, space, body awareness, and even consciousness, touching on issues like the "long-distance truck driver problem" and questions surrounding animal consciousness. The conversation also looks at how driving has shaped American culture and our physical environment, including the evolution of garages and mobile homes. Lastly, they tackle the ethical considerations of self-driving cars, referencing the trolley problem and examining various ethical approaches to programming autonomous vehicles.
