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EPISODE · Nov 21, 2023 · 41 MIN

Oracles: Echoes of ancient prophets in the age of AI

from Don't Drink the Milk – The curious history of things · host DW

Humans have always wanted to look into the future – but have we lost control over it? Travel with us to the bellybutton of the world to uncover the secrets of the oracles of old and to find out what they can show us about our algorithm-driven present. It's a tale of fate and free will, from Oedipus to AI, from Greece to the Netherlands and beyond. Take your seats for an episode in three acts.

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