EP 97 Utopia Architect: "Why We'll Leave The Digital World Behind" with Mikhail Krymov

Are we on the verge of liberation from our screens, or about to get lost forever in the digital domain? In this thought-provoking conversation, serial entrepreneur and architect Mikhail (Misha) Krymov explores the fascinating tension between humanity and the technology we've created.Misha brings a unique perspective shaped by his PhD research on utopian architecture, his MIT fellowship, and his experience building companies like Morpheus XR (used by Google and Adobe) and Sleepbox (modular micro-hotels featured in Forbes and NYT). He argues that we're essentially giving birth to a new species, and like any parent, we must learn to let our creation become its own being.The conversation ventures into unexpected territory: Why have we lost our collective vision of utopia? What makes humans truly different from machines? And why does Misha believe "magic" is the one thing we must reclaim in our relationship with AI?Whether you're excited or anxious about the future, Misha offers a grounded yet imaginative framework for thinking about human-machine symbiosis, one that might just change how you see the screens you're staring at right now.00:00 Trailer: Utopia Architect: "Why We'll Leave The Digital World Behind" | Mikhail Krymov06:05 Cities as Layers of Failed Utopian Dreams14:48 The Human-Machine Relationship Is Transforming18:09 Giving Birth to a New Species: AI as Our Child23:15 What Makes Humans Truly Special: The Gift of Magic29:31 Human-AI Symbiosis: What Each Side Brings37:23 Liberation from the Black Mirror: Returning to Physical Life42:50 Virtual Reality, Embodiment, and the Digital Domain50:47 Final Thoughts: Staying Present in Chaotic TimesThis show has been brought to you by 22HUMANS Podcast Agency. If you need help with launching or growing your own show, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]. We would be happy to help!About Mikhail KrymovWebsite: mkrymov.comInstagram:YouTube: @iamkrymovAbout the Host: Kirill IgnatieffLinks: https://igkirill.comOther LinksInstagram: https://humanfutur.com/instagramYouTube: https://humanfutur.com/youtubeTikTok: https://humanfutur.com/tiktokWebsite: https://humanfutur.comSpotify: https://humanfutur.com/spotifyApple Podcast: https://humanfutur.com/applepodcast