Jesse has a freewheeling discussion with John Danaher about “moral enhancement” technologies – old and new. They talk about emerging technologies, ethics and the notion that the mind extends much beyond our body and brain. (All without sounding remotely woo-woo!)
Also, for those who are not pain enthusiasts, keep your ears peeled for the Ruthless Listener Retention Gimmick, where Jesse reveals a secret to (modestly) reducing pain that you can anticipate in advance.
By the way, here is the article that first turned Jesse on to John Danaher – heartily recommended if you like some philosophy along with your doomsday scenarios. – Jesse
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Show Notes
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00:01:09
The future of moral enhancement and and control systems.
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00:02:05
This Week In Neuroscience: A gene mutation that enhances images making them more vivid.
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00:04:08
iTunes reviews and the Smart Drug Smarts Audience Census.
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00:05:24
An introduction to John Danaher.
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00:06:56
What is enhancement? A quick lowdown.
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00:08:52
Going deeper into moral enhancement.
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00:10:00
Feeling the pull of the moral compass with the "Trolley Problem."
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00:12:33
If moral enhancement was possible, how would it work?
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00:13:59
The benefits of moral enhancement in the criminal justice system.
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00:14:33
The methods of enhancement - internal and external.
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00:16:08
Neuroplasticity and tampering with the brain.
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00:17:00
Introducing the Extended Mind Project.
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00:20:28
Modifying morality with classical conditioning and an interesting device called Pavlok.
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00:21:31
The arguments against Extended Mind hypothesis.
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00:24:50
John Danaher's personal take on the Extended Mind hypothesis and the enhancement debate.
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00:32:45
Ruthless Listener Retention Gimmick: A great tip to reduce pain.
