“I love iPads as much as the next Apple disciple, but I also recognize that their usage can be harmful.”
ELSEWHERE: Why Algorithms Cannot Replace Human Intuition
May 21, 2013 By Leave a Comment
In a recent article in Aeon Magazine, journalist Stephen Poole makes the argument that Artificial intelligence and algorithms will never be able to replace the human intuition. Poole’s arguments are increasingly relevant considering how a number of everyday processes are becoming quickly replaced by computers and databases.
Is Iron Man More Ethical Than Captain America?
May 13, 2013 By 13 Comments
“If one can disarm another of his powers if he misuses them, then that is better than detaining them and letting them keep their powers.”
Quitting The Internet Won’t Make You A Better Person
May 2, 2013 By 2 Comments
The Internet could be seen as a mirror that reflects back to us our best — and our worst — qualities in very public and immediate ways.
Podcast #118: Pam, Jim and the Office (Plus the Cussing TV Anchor)
May 1, 2013 By 3 Comments
Every week on the Christ and Pop Culture Podcast, various Christ and Pop Culture writers delve deeper into recent articles and address some of the bigger issues in popular culture. Click here to listen! In this episode of the CaPC podcast, Editor-in-Chief Richard Clark and Associate Editor (we guess?) Ben Bartlett take time to contemplate [...]
Painting Pinterest in a Positive Light
April 15, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Let’s pretend, for a moment, that it’s 5 o’clock on a weeknight and you have no idea what to do for dinner. If you’re like me, this describes you on any given night of the week. I absolutely love to cook, don’t get me wrong, but sometimes I don’t do a good job of menu [...]
The Government Wants To Map Your Brain… And That’s A Good Thing
April 8, 2013 By Leave a Comment
“This move is exciting from a scientific perspective, for this project could open doors similar to what the Human Genome Project did.”
Five Ways to Enjoy May
April 3, 2013 By 4 Comments
April is, if not the cruelest, at least one of the slowest months in pop-culture land. While you’re waiting for the summer blockbusters to arrive, here are five things to look forward to in May — and ways to entertain yourself in the meantime. 1. The Great Gatsby (In theatres May 10) If Baz Luhrmann’s [...]
Does Loneliness Kill the Soul?
April 1, 2013 By 6 Comments
“And here’s some more good news about your loneliness: It might just be shortening your life.”
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