2.11 Revolutions
Materials used in 2.11 “Revolutions” covering the American, French, and Industrial Revolutions and their role in the creation of the modern world.
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Subject: Historical and philosophical studies
Tech as the New Religion? Reflections on Greg Epstein’s “Tech Agnostic”
Greg Epstein’s Tech Agnostic argues that technology functions as the new global religion, shaping meaning, identity, and belonging. My blog explores this idea through two ChatGPT experiments—framing Constantine’s conversion in startup terms and TikTok as a church invitation—highlighting technology’s parallels with religion and the urgent need for ethical reflection.
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A Philosophy of Sustainable Leadership
This blog explores sustainable leadership through Nietzsche’s Master/Slave morality and McGilchrist’s Master/Emissary dynamics. A 2×2 framework highlights four archetypes, their interplay, and their impact on sustainability. Discover how visionary leadership balances boldness and ethics, while reactive or overly rational styles risk ecological and social harm.
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2.10 Global Cultures
Materials used in 2.10 Global Cultures, in which the Early Modern Period of the world (c. 1500 to 1780) was discussed.
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Global Cultures – Handouts to Accompany Presentation
The text of handouts that accompany Shepway and District u3a Science, Philosophy, and Spirituality’s Meeting 2.10 – Global Cultures.
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