Better Societies with Adrien Harrison Adrien Harrison

A HOW-TO GUIDE FOR BUILDING BETTER SOCIETIES

What happens when an authoritarian country takes over as the dominant world power?

How does the changing world order affect your day-to-day life?

How and why are disruptive technologies used for “good” or “evil” in shaping societies today?

Well, The Better Societies Podcast believes you deserve answers… or at least some passionate opinions from our expert guests.

Every week, Adrien Harrison and guests unpack both dominant and potential theories on how to structure societies, how disruptive technologies like artificial intelligence and web 3.0 affect those goals, and the implications of such dramatic shifts in the balance of global powers, for humanity today and its future generations.

With backgrounds in entrepreneurship, philosophy, AI, web 3, sustainability, health, education, international relations, sociology, politics, and more extraordinary guests explain how the latest innovations can help create both utopic and dystopic results, disrupting global industries, international trade, and geopolitical diplomacy – as well as the psychological and activist implications for everyone minding their daily lives, and the opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs – debating each point with a hint of humor to lighten the mood.

Aside from tactfully maneuvering through existential risks and unsettling moral quandaries, guests enjoy the show because it’s friendly, long-form, and endlessly fascinating. This leads to extremely open, raw discussions and — paradoxically — fewer edits.

Press outlets have included the podcast in their list of “suggestions to make you remember the world can be a good place.” It’s about positive outlooks you can use, not fearmongering or other B.S. the Internet has enough of that, and we wanted to do something to reverse the trend. So bring your popcorn and an open mind, then let us blow it for you 🙂


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Welcome to The Network State podcast, where we explore the future of technology and its impact on society. 

Today we had the pleasure of speaking with Fabrice Guerrier, a Haitian-American science fiction and fantasy writer and founder of syllble, a pioneering sci-fi and fantasy production house and publisher that creates fictional worlds by connecting diverse creative writers, visual artists, and inspired creators from different countries, backgrounds, and cultures through artist collectives. 

Then, he was inducted into Forbes 30 Under 30 list and named to Root magazine’s 100 most influential African-Americans.



We'll be exploring the following questions: 



- Why is understanding Afrofuturism important for global geopolitics and what does it say about humanity?



- How can Afrofuturism challenge and redefine traditional notions of power and authority?



- How does imagination play a role in envisioning alternative futures that are inclusive and empowering for all people?



- In what ways can Afrofuturism inspire creative solutions to address social, political, and environmental challenges?



- How can we harness the power of Afrofuturism to foster cultural exchange and understanding between diverse communities?



- What role does storytelling and narrative play in shaping our collective vision of the future?



- How can Afrofuturism challenge and dismantle harmful stereotypes and biases that perpetuate systemic oppression?



- How can Afrofuturism inspire new models of governance and social structures that prioritize equality, justice, and sustainability?



- What are the potential ethical implications of Afrofuturist technologies and their impact on marginalized communities?



- How can Afrofuturism contribute to the decolonization of knowledge production and challenge Eurocentric narratives of history and progress?



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Welcome to The Network State podcast, where we explore the future of technology and its impact on society.

Today we had the pleasure of speaking with Daniel Go, a German software engineer who has led an unconventional life, shaped by his experiences of growing up in post-communist Germany, being brainwashed in India, and now residing in Malta. 

After founding CoCoHub, Daniel is now embarking on his next ambitious project, aiming to create the world's first nomad network state.


We'll be exploring the following questions:

- How can network states provide greater flexibility for nomad workers to adapt to changing circumstances?

- In what ways can nomad workers benefit from collaborative opportunities within a network state?

- What specialized resources and services may nomad workers have access to within a network state that is not available in traditional nation-states?

- How can nomad workers benefit from exposure to new ideas and perspectives within a network state?

- What are some of the ways in which network states can reduce bureaucracy and administrative burdens for nomad workers?


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Welcome to The Network State podcast, where we explore the future of technology and its impact on society. 



In this episode, with Vahram Ayvazyan, the founder and board chairman at the Network State, an International Relations and Genocide scholar, startup founder, and a Climate Reality Leader, personally trained by former US vice president Al Gore, we discuss the concept of a Network State and its potential benefits for Armenia.



We dive into how a Network State differs from traditional forms of governance and explore how it could foster greater citizen participation and engagement.

We also touch on how blockchain technology could increase transparency and accountability, and how a Network State could stimulate innovation and entrepreneurship in Armenia. 



We'll be exploring the following questions: 



- What is a Network State, and how does it differ from traditional forms of governance?



- How could a Network State foster greater citizen participation and engagement in governance, and what tools and platforms could be used to facilitate this?



- How could blockchain technology increase transparency and accountability in government transactions and activities in a Network State model?



- How could a Network State stimulate innovation and entrepreneurship in Armenia, and what resources and networks could be leveraged to support this?



- How could a Network State help to address social and economic challenges such as poverty, inequality, and lack of access to services in Armenia, and what innovative solutions could be developed to tackle these issues?



- Overall, what benefits could a Network State provide for Armenia, and how could it help to create a more participatory, transparent, and inclusive form of governance that better serves the needs of its citizens?



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Welcome to The Network State podcast, where we explore the future of technology and its impact on society. 



In this episode, we're joined by Bara Badwan, an MIT Grad and Yale Ph.D. specialized in computational neuroscience, now working in tech, who’s deeply familiar with and very concerned about artificial intelligence, to discuss the pressing issue of AI replacing our jobs.



As AI continues to advance at a rapid pace, there are concerns that many jobs may become automated, leaving workers out of a job. 





We'll be exploring the following questions: 



- What jobs are most at risk of being replaced by AI? 



- Can AI be used to create new jobs, and if so, what types of jobs? And how can we ensure that the benefits of AI are distributed fairly across society?



- We'll also be delving into the potential economic and social consequences of widespread AI job displacement, and discussing what role the government and companies should play in mitigating this impact. 



- We'll explore the possibility of implementing a universal basic income and the philosophical questions around work.



- Should the human species continue to grow until it becomes a type 2, 3, or 4 civilization on the Kardashev scale?



- What are the societal implications of AI replacing most of our jobs.



Join us as we navigate the complex issues surrounding AI and job displacement, and explore how we can ensure a smooth and fair transition to an AI-dominated workforce for all involved.



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In this episode, we dive into some of the biggest problems in our world today and potential solutions to them with Alexandros Markesinis, a very successful, now-retired businessman who is concerned about the current state of our world and its trajectory.

With over 100 years of experience between us and perspectives ranging from the 1930s to the present day, I thought this episode was needed to help us build better societies, and I had a blast recording it.

We cover:
- How we seem to be living in different realities and disagreeing on facts.

- How Polarization is a key factor contributing to this problem.

- Comparing Different value systems based on human nature and religion.

- Exploring how to find a fair and holistic version of objective truth.

- Freedom of speech, maximalism vs. the legal definition.

- Having a fair consensus mechanism or democratic process to settle decisions and come to optimal solutions.

- Tim Urban's book "What's Our Problem?" and how it tells us to talk about politics.

- Better education, with a focus on fundamental practical skills: literacy, numeracy, creativity, critical thinking, emotional intelligence, How to have hard conversations, psychology, mental self-care, philosophy, travel, and civics.

- Poor environmentalism and what to do about our changing climate.

- And lastly, humanity's existential threats, what we’re really facing, how to create more aligned incentives here on earth, and multi-planetary solutions like those proposed by Elon Musk and SpaceX.

Since we’re just starting out and could really use your support, if you like this episode, please whisper “push me” into that like button’s ear and then smash it, share this episode, comment, sign up for our newsletter, and retweet our episodes to @Balajis so we can get his attention and get him on the Podcast! 

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Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only;  should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors. 

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