Wired's Kevin Kelly on Technology, AI, and the Power of Learning

What If? So What?
What If? So What?
Wired's Kevin Kelly on Technology, AI, and the Power of Learning
Apr 23, 2025 Episode 64
Perficient, Inc.

In this thought-provoking episode, Jim speaks with Kevin Kelly, Senior Maverick at Wired and author of numerous influential books including "Excellent Advice for Living" and co-founder of the Long Now Foundation. 

Kevin shares his wisdom on emerging technology, the danger of “Thinkism,” why adoption lags behind innovation, and how AI is reshaping work, creativity, and human connection. 

From the evolution of “digital” to the future emotional bonds we’ll form with AI, Kevin offers grounded optimism and timeless advice: in a world of constant change, mastering how we learn is the best survival skill 

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