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Homines Contra Algorithmos

May 29, 2026 · 1 h 18 min

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We debate the commodification of the human experience, why the upside-down token economics is a more pressing near-term concern, the religious zeal behind SpaceX's valuation, and why HR is the new boogeywoman of the aggrieved and powerful. Plus: Ana Andjelic on why not carrying a phone and having a personal philosopher are new luxury status symbols.

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Chapters:

* 00:00 Open

* 00:47 Welcome

* 02:33 Pope Leo on AI

* 13:35 Capitalism vs Humanity

* 23:32 SpaceX IPO Faith

* 29:44 AI and HR Backlash

* 41:42 Counterculture to AI

* 45:38 Euromaxxing With Billionaires

* 49:38 New Status Symbols

* 59:41 Ferrari EV Identity Crisis

* 01:05:10 China Rewrites Luxury Rules

* 01:11:35 Good Product

* 01:17:24 Credits



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