We discuss the symbolism and themes in Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein,' focusing on Guillermo del Toro's rendition. It explores how the story mirrors modern technological advancements and societal attitudes, particularly the rise of rationality and industrialization. The conversation delves into historical context, symbolic psychology, and possible ethical implications of AI and technological pursuits. The narrative illustrates the consequences of decoupling rationality from spiritual and emotional foundations and examines broader themes of human progress and downfall.

On today's podcast, we are back talking cyberpunk! We've been discussing it off the air and realized we had more to say on a broader level than what we've talked about from Edgerunner's show. What do you think a positive world with technology looks like? How does humanity positively explore possible futures, in contrast to all of the negative varieties that we see?