Phil and Stephen welcome futurists Michael Anissimov and PJ Manney to discuss the importance of bleak scenarios for the future, even in the face of criticism that one is being “too negative.” Maybe being an optimist isn’t enough — maybe the important thing is what KIND of optimist you are.
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About our guests:
| As a frequent guest and occasional co-host — not to mention our official Hollywood correspondent — PJ Manney brings a unique perspective to FastForward Radio. She is a writer and futurist, and a leading voice in the Humanity+ movement. She has written extensively on H+ topics, having previously been involved in motion picture development (Hook, It Could Happen to You, Universal Soldier) and writing for television (Hercules: the Legendary Journeys, Xena: Warrior Princess). |  |
| Michael Anissimov is a science / technology writer and consultant. He is the creative force behind one of the leading futurist blogs, Accelerating Future. He is a co-founder of the Immortality Institute and the Media Director for the Singularity Institute for Artificial Intelligence. |  |
