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Discussions dedicated to exploring faith, spirituality, arts and culture.
This podcast series is recorded at CHRI Radio Studios. We wish to thank them for their support.
EPISODE 2: FRANKENSTEIN A.I. MORALITY & ETHICS
In this episode, we touch upon the morality and ethics of developing artificial general intelligence, how morality is formed in a person, as well as the role of pain and suffering in the development of morality, the limitations of computer programming in instilling morality, and the human need to see artificial intelligence as more than what it truly is. Our host CHARLEY is joined by guests GEORGE DUTCH (Frankenstein A.I. playwright) SARAH MCKAY (an artist involved in the development of the play) and WILLIAM STEWART (PhD in Computer Science).
EPISODE 4: HUMAN? OR ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE?
In this episode, we explore the value of human life and how it can be measured, the quality and nature of human relationships, vocations that may or may not be susceptible to being replaced by artificial intelligence, the sacred act of forgiveness, and the meaning we all get from relationships we have that we cherish and are irreplaceable. Our host CHARLEY is joined by guests DAVID SHERWIN (an ordained minister who majored in psychology with a minor in English literature & history) and LOGAN INDEWEY (a performing artist involved in the development of Frankenstein A.I.).
EPISODE 6: CREATIONS MADE IN WHO'S IMAGE?
In this episode, we explore what it means to be "made in God's image" and how that's lived out or not, the tensions that arise between a creator and their created, the act of "playing God" in developing artificial general intelligence and the human drive for immortality, as well as the competing and differently ranked values and pluralistic beliefs in the world that prevent a common consensus on how A.I. should be developed, and what ethics should be considered or instilled. Our host CHARLEY is joined by returning guest GEORGE DUTCH (Frankenstein A.I. playwright) and brand new guest ALEXANDRIA POSKUS (a performing artist involved in the development of Frankenstein A.I.)
EPISODE 1: FRANKENSTEIN A.I. STORY & CONTEXT
This is the first episode in a series exploring the themes and ideas in a brand new original theatrical work, Frankenstein A.I. In this episode, we touch upon the origins of the novel and the context in which the play was written as well as scratch the surface on many of the moral and ethical aspects of the development of artificial general intelligence and what it means to be human. Our host Charley is joined by guests GEORGE DUTCH (Frankenstein A.I. playwright) and KELTIE NEWMARCH (an artist involved in the play's development).
EPISODE 3: A.I. HELPER OR HAZARD, FRIEND OR FOE?
In this episode, we discuss the potential benefits and down-sides to artificial intelligence replacing jobs and tasks that are dull, dirty, and dangerous, and whether or not the technology will free us from burdens, the role of A.I. in the industries of radio, media, entertainment, and the creative arts, as well as what it means to be an artist and creative, and what truly is art and how it impacts us as humans. Our host CHARLEY is joined by returning guest GEORGE DUTCH (Frankenstein A.I. playwright) and CARE BALDWIN (radio host and performing artist).
EPISODE 5: TRANSHUMANISM & EMPATHY
In this episode, we discuss transhumanism, whether or not A.I. would be or could be a successor species, the benefits of technological development in prolonging human life and enhancing its quality, the strengths and vulnerabilities of being human, the importance of empathy, the human biological advantage over A.I., and the motivations behind developing artificial intelligence at a rapid pace with no safeguards. Our host CHARLEY is joined by returning guests KELTIE NEWMARCH (a performing artist involved in the development of Frankenstein A.I.) and WILLIAM STEWART (PhD in Computer Science).
In this six-part series released in the fall of 2023, we thought it would be interesting to discuss The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe in more detail to not only deepen and enrich yours and our understanding of this favourite story, but for the sheer pleasure of it. We also thought you’d enjoy getting an insider’s look at many of the artistic and production decisions that 9th Hour makes in putting together this spectacular show. So, grab a drink and a favourite snack (maybe some Turkish Delight), and settle in for a stimulating ride into the wardrobe and into the world of theatre magic.
This podcast series is recorded at Bare Bones Studio.
EPISODE 1: INTO THE WARDROBE
We are joined by guests George Dutch (Associate Artistic Director & 2023 directing team), Erica O'Reilly (Artistic Associate & 2023 directing team), and Ian McMullen (2018 & 2023 Ensemble Cast). We discuss the story and context, and address the questions: What is the plot line? Who is the author? What is his background? Why did he write it? What is 9th Hour’s history with the story?
EPISODE 2: WAR & PEACE IN NARNIA
We are joined by returning guests George Dutch and Ian McMullen (Episode 1), as well as Dr. Richard Feist (Faculty of Philosophy, Saint Paul University). We discuss the ethics of war, the relationship between C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien (Lord of the Rings authour), why war figures so prominently in The Chronicles of Narnia, and what the war in this story is really about.
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EPISODE 3: THE DEEP MAGIC OF NARNIA
We are joined by returning guests George Dutch and Erica O'Reilly (Episode 1), as well as Todd Anderson (Augustine College and Carleton University PhD candidate). We discuss some of C.S. Lewis's other books, the mystery and beauty of the Deep Magic of Narnia and what it could represent, what it's role is in the story, and the even deeper magic that only Aslan the Great Lion seems to know.
EPISODE 4: WINTER BUT NEVER CHRISTMAS
We are joined by returning guest George Dutch (Associate Artistic Director and 2023 directing team), as well as John Robson (National Post columnist, professor at Augustine College) and Melodi Uygur (The White Witch in the 2023 ensemble cast). We discuss hope and faith, C.S. Lewis and some other stories from The Chronicles of Narnia, the tyranny of the White Witch's rule in Narnia and how other characters in the story respond, and the contrast of governing by love vs fear.
EPISODE 5: TURKISH DELIGHT
We are joined by returning guests George Dutch (Associate Artistic Director and 2023 directing team) and Todd Anderson (Augustine College and Carleton University PhD candidate), as well as new guest Jacob Segreto (Edmund Pevensie in the 2018 ensemble cast). We discuss the roots of Edmund's character, the nature of his temptation by the White Witch, the complexity of the betrayal of his siblings in Narnia, his forgiveness by them, and his ultimate redemption by Aslan.
EPISODE 6: ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE
We are joined by returning guest George Dutch (Associate Artistic Director and 2023 directing team) and new guest Shauna Akkermans (2023 Stage Manager and directing team). We discuss The Four Loves by C.S. Lewis, puppetry in our production of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, examples of sacrifice in art and history, love as a creative force in the world for good, the sacrificial love of Aslan, and the bravery of the Pevensie children in the story.