698: Johnny Pemberton

The conversation explores memory distortion, MKUltra experiments, and the nature of reality, questioning whether technology and AI development are ushering in a new era of enlightenment or a path to destruction. They discuss the Cold War's impact on surveillance and mind control, and the potential for AI to surpass human intelligence, leading to a post-human future. Johnny Pemberton and Duncan Trussell consider the implications of AI, drawing parallels to religious concepts like the second coming of Christ and the Antichrist. They touch on the idea of a simulation and whether humans are merely algorithms or have the capacity for genuine innovation and self-awareness. The discussion also includes lighter moments, such as humorous takes on historical events and cultural phenomena.