Better than Human

We all like a bit of technology, but where is it leading us? Smart phones, cameras, lie detectors, sex dolls all bring their pleasures, but what do we gain, what do we lose? Can you imagine a religion founded on technology? What happens when the police bail you up with hand held polygraph lie detectors? Nothing's ever as simple as it seems at first glance. Today's guests are two writers who've delved deeply into the consequence of our technological future. Bruce McCabe has written a racey novel exploring these themes. Skinjob, highly recommended. David Dufty has written the intriquing tale of the Philip K Dick android, an animatronic re-creation of the author of famous books such as Blade Runner and Minority Report. Bruce McCabe will be one or our guest panellists during National Science Week on The Rise of Cyborgs and Post Human Beings. We're hoping to see you there for a fun & fascinating event! Interview by Eamon & Rod.