AI through the ages

Why are investors so keen to give billions to new firms building AI systems which generate next to no revenue? The allure of replacing every human job with a machine is one answer, but another might be the fact that AI is literally a mythical technology with deep roots in Western culture tapping people’s potential power of creation.

The wrath of the harpies

“Harpy” has long been used as a derogatory term for aggressive women, but what was a harpy was in the first place?

Among the narcissus

The vain, self obsessed Narcissus is among the best-known figures from Greek mythology, and his story and fate have continued relevance today in an age of social media and self-obsession.

The myths of mankind

However much modernity prides itself on a rational, scientific world view, human culture has been built on a rich tapestry of myths and story telling.