by Jule Owen | Dec 27, 2023 | Futures thinking, Futurism, Human belief, Humanism, Optimism, UBI, Universal Basic Income, Utopia
Rutger Bregman’s “Utopia for Realists: And How We Can Get There” is a thought-provoking and optimistic exploration of how society can create a better future by embracing radical yet practical ideas. Bregman, a Dutch historian and author, challenges the...
by Jule Owen | Oct 4, 2022 | Book review, Genetic engineering, Human belief, Human nature, Humanism
In “The Future of Human Nature,” Jürgen Habermas embarks on a profound exploration of the ethical and philosophical implications of genetic engineering and biotechnology. As one of the most influential contemporary philosophers, Habermas provides a...
by Jule Owen | Jul 27, 2020 | Book review, Human belief, Humanism, Models, Optimism, Reason, Science
In “Enlightenment Now: The Case for Reason, Science, Humanism, and Progress,” Steven Pinker offers a compelling, data-driven argument for the continued relevance and importance of Enlightenment ideals in the modern world. Pinker, a cognitive psychologist...
