Human
Ari explores the human ability to increase empathy and compassion, what values we are instilling into artificial intelligence technologies, and the need to create both a better world and a better humanity for life to flourish on this planet.
Episodes
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Tomorrows
S1 E6 - 49m 50s
Examine the ways we often see the future as a rigid and singular concept rather than the multiple possible futures before us, the crucial need to think much, much bigger about what could come next, and how we all have more personal agency than we realize.
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Together
S1 E5 - 53m
Humans are inherently social and throughout history our unique capacity for cooperation has set us apart. As we grow and evolve, the internal changes we enact have the potential to impact those around us, our broader communities and societies.
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Human
S1 E4 - 53m 2s
Ari explores the human ability to increase empathy and compassion, what values we are instilling into artificial intelligence technologies, and the need to create both a better world and a better humanity for life to flourish on this planet.
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Once Upon a Time
S1 E3 - 53m 1s
How do the stories we tell shape the boundaries of our beliefs about what is possible? From the dawn of time, stories are how humans have made sense of the world. This episode emphasizes the fundamental role stories play in our lives, our inclination towards dystopian narratives, and the potential for bigger, better stories to unleash the power of human imagination and creativity moving forward.
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Chaos & Complexity
S1 E2 - 53m 3s
Ari explores the historically transformational moment we are currently living in, why it causes so many of us to feel overwhelmed and afraid, and how it actually offers unprecedented possibilities for new and exciting futures we can create together.
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Beyond the Now
S1 E1 - 53m
The series widens our perspective of time beyond our lifetimes and joins Ari Wallach as he embarks on a journey to seek the individuals and ideas that can shape a better, more sustainable future that each generation can build upon.
Extras + Features
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Episode 6 Preview
S1 E6 - 30s
Examinethe ways we often see the future as a rigid and singular concept rather than the multiple possible futures before us, the crucial need to think much, much bigger about what could come next, and how we all have more personal agency than we realize.
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Ari Explores Various New Forms of Clean Energy
S1 E6 - 9m 44s
Ari travels to Iceland, a country powered entirely by renewable energy. He explores a large-scale geothermal power plant that contributes 30% of the country’s electricity and powers a local greenhouse to grow large quantities of food throughout all seasons. Ari reflects on how these serve as sustainable solutions in this particular area that can inspire us to rethink our energy sources.
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Visualizing A Better Future
S1 E6 - 2m 47s
Ari meets world renowned athlete Kylian Mbappé to discuss the vital importance of visualizing success, both personally and collectively, as we work towards building better futures.
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The Power of Deliberative Democracy
S1 E5 - 8m 52s
Ari explores the power of deliberative democracy, where citizens are actively involved in decision-making processes. Ari speaks with the French president Emmanuel Macron about the country’s use of citizen conventions to address major challenges and how they can serve as an example of how this approach can work.
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The Vital Importance of Better Infrastructure
S1 E5 - 3m 4s
Ari speaks with Pete Buttigieg about how building better infrastructure and transportation can influence human connection and cooperation. Buttigieg also explains the importance of designing communities that encourage interaction and relationships.
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Episode 5 Preview
S1 E5 - 30s
Humans are inherently social and throughout history our unique capacity for cooperation has set us apart. As we grow and evolve, the internal changes we enact have the potential to impact those around us, our broader communities and societies.
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The Future of Sustainable Housing
S1 E5 - 9m 35s
Ari travels to Amsterdam to experience a floating village that showcases an innovative approach to sustainable living and community building. The community's commitment to sustainability, shared resources, and social interaction serves as a model for fostering human connection and environmental responsibility.
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Future of 3D Printed Homes
S1 E5 - 1m 26s
Ari visits Austin, Texas to explore the latest innovation in homebuilding 3D printing. Melodie Yashar explains the process of 3D printing homes and its potential to address the global housing crisis and life on other planets. The example of a 3D-printed community in Austin showcases the speed and efficiency of this technology.
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How New Forms of Human Augmentation Could Affect Our Brains
S1 E4 - 9m 9s
A rapidly changing modern world, with its technological advancements and pressing global issues, challenges traditional notions of what it means to be human. Designer Dani Clode shows Ari her third thumb invention and discusses how human augmentation raises questions about how these technologies will reshape our understanding of humanity.
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Episode 4 Preview
S1 E4 - 30s
Ari explores the human ability to increase empathy and compassion, what values we are instilling into artificial intelligence technologies, and the need to create both a better world and a better humanity for life to flourish on this planet.
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How AI is Transforming How We Create and Engage with Art
S1 E4 - 8m 1s
Ari explores the powerful potential of AI to transform how we create art going forward. He speaks with musician Grimes and later experiences an immersive AI powered live art exhibit in Brooklyn.
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Episode 3 Preview
S1 E3 - 30s
How do the stories we tell shape the boundaries of our beliefs about what is possible? From the dawn of time, stories are how humans have made sense of the world. This episode emphasizes the fundamental role stories play in our lives, our inclination towards dystopian narratives, and the potential for bigger, better stories to unleash the power of human imagination and creativity moving forward.
Schedule
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A Brief History of the Future
Human
Sunday
Apr 28
1 Hour
Investigating the human ability to increase empathy and compassion; the values being instilled into artificial intelligence technologies; creating a better world for human life to flourish on this planet. -
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A Brief History of the Future
Human
Sunday
Apr 28
1 Hour
Investigating the human ability to increase empathy and compassion; the values being instilled into artificial intelligence technologies; creating a better world for human life to flourish on this planet. -
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A Brief History of the Future
Human
Sunday
Apr 28
1 Hour
Investigating the human ability to increase empathy and compassion; the values being instilled into artificial intelligence technologies; creating a better world for human life to flourish on this planet. -
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A Brief History of the Future
Human
Tuesday
Apr 30
1 Hour
Investigating the human ability to increase empathy and compassion; the values being instilled into artificial intelligence technologies; creating a better world for human life to flourish on this planet. -
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A Brief History of the Future
Human
Wednesday
May 1
1 Hour
Investigating the human ability to increase empathy and compassion; the values being instilled into artificial intelligence technologies; creating a better world for human life to flourish on this planet. -
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A Brief History of the Future
Human
Wednesday
May 1
1 Hour
Investigating the human ability to increase empathy and compassion; the values being instilled into artificial intelligence technologies; creating a better world for human life to flourish on this planet. -
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A Brief History of the Future
Human
Wednesday
May 1
1 Hour
Investigating the human ability to increase empathy and compassion; the values being instilled into artificial intelligence technologies; creating a better world for human life to flourish on this planet. -
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A Brief History of the Future
Together
Wednesday
May 1
1 Hour
The internal changes humans enact that have the potential to impact broader communities and societies. -
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A Brief History of the Future
Together
Wednesday
May 1
1 Hour
The internal changes humans enact that have the potential to impact broader communities and societies. -
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A Brief History of the Future
Together
Thursday
May 2
1 Hour
The internal changes humans enact that have the potential to impact broader communities and societies. -
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A Brief History of the Future
Together
Thursday
May 2
1 Hour
The internal changes humans enact that have the potential to impact broader communities and societies. -
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A Brief History of the Future
Together
Thursday
May 2
1 Hour
The internal changes humans enact that have the potential to impact broader communities and societies. -
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A Brief History of the Future
Together
Friday
May 3
1 Hour
The internal changes humans enact that have the potential to impact broader communities and societies. -
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A Brief History of the Future
Together
Sunday
May 5
1 Hour
The internal changes humans enact that have the potential to impact broader communities and societies. -
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A Brief History of the Future
Together
Sunday
May 5
1 Hour
The internal changes humans enact that have the potential to impact broader communities and societies. -
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A Brief History of the Future
Together
Sunday
May 5
1 Hour
The internal changes humans enact that have the potential to impact broader communities and societies. -
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A Brief History of the Future
Together
Tuesday
May 7
1 Hour
The internal changes humans enact that have the potential to impact broader communities and societies. -
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A Brief History of the Future
Together
Wednesday
May 8
1 Hour
The internal changes humans enact that have the potential to impact broader communities and societies. -
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A Brief History of the Future
Together
Wednesday
May 8
1 Hour
The internal changes humans enact that have the potential to impact broader communities and societies. -
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A Brief History of the Future
Together
Wednesday
May 8
1 Hour
The internal changes humans enact that have the potential to impact broader communities and societies.
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