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How to Be a Futurist: Glen Hiemstra on the Full Potential Show
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The idea of erasing and implanting memories is a common feature of science fiction films such as Total Recall and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. Modern science can already erase and implant memories in rats, and in the future such techniques might be used on humans as well. Such experiments are the subject of the new book The Future of the Mind by famed physicist and futurist Michio Kaku. But one obstacle facing human trials is resistance from bioethicists, who argue that our memories make us who we are. Kaku rejects this idea when it comes to traumatic memories, such as soldiers suffering from PTSD.

Were talking about basically an injury to the brain, in the form of a memory thats so traumatic it paralyzes you, says Michio Kaku in Episode 104 of the Geeks Guide to the Galaxy podcast. And I think this whole philosophy that we should be natural, that we should live with disease or live with traumatic memories, is taking things too far.

Kaku is a lifelong science fiction fan whose books and TV shows often deal with the intersection of science and science fiction. He thinks science fiction is an important tool for expanding creativity and embracing possibilities, and he feels many bioethicists could benefit from reading more science fiction, which might help reduce their excessive attachment to the familiar.

Science fiction is way past bioethicists, who are simply responding to whats happening in laboratories today, not responding to what will happen in the laboratory a few decades from now, says Kaku.

Listen to our complete interview with Michio Kaku in Episode 104 of Geeks Guide to the Galaxy (above). Then stick around after the interview as former co-host John Joseph Adams returns to the show to discuss his recent projects with his longtime agent Joe Monti and host David Barr Kirtley.

Michio Kaku on not fearing super-brains:

In so many comic books and movies, we have the super-genius becoming the villain, like Lex Luthor. Or all the movies where you see super-brains take over the world. But we actually do have super-brains, they actually do exist, some of them are my friends, theyre Nobel Prize winners in theoretical physics, and their incomes are very low, a fraction of what Zuckerberg makes, the founder of Facebook. Having a super-brain does not suddenly make you a dictator of the world. So we dont have to fear the scenarios of science fiction where the Lex Luthors of the world take over. People with exceptional ability, they dont become politicians, they dont become multi-millionaires, some of them just become professors like me, making a measly income.

Michio Kaku on using lasers to project our minds into outer space:

In the book I mention perhaps one of the greatest science fiction short stories, written by Isaac Asimov. His favorite science fiction story was way in the future when pure consciousness zips across the universe And this is a possibility. If I have a CD-ROM with all the [neural] connections on a disk, I can put that on a laser beam, and I can shoot that into outer space at the speed of light And then at the other end theres a relay station which absorbs the laser beam and puts all these memories into a robot, and so you can then begin to feel, and live on another star system So this idea was inspired by Isaac Asimov and other science fiction writers, but now we think it could be possible.

Michio Kaku on how science fiction can help Chinese scientists:

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What next: Inflation or Deflation? Get ready for inflation - Economics Futurist Keynote Speaker
What is the greatest threat to our future: inflation or deflation? What should we expect? Inflationary boom or deflationary bust or more economic cycles of b...

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Futurist Richard Worzel Discusses the Challenges and Opportunities that Lie Ahead for Farmers
Shaun Haney talks to professional Futurist Richard Worzel about what, exactly a futurist is and what the future holds for agriculture.

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Future-University: How I got futurist and you get future-researcher! - part 2
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Future of London Property Market - House Prices in London - Real Estate Trends Futurist Keynote
Future property prices in London and other major cities. Impact of global economic and political events on future London house prices, and future UK house pr...

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Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) February 27, 2014

Local best-selling author and futurist Jack Uldrich will be presenting a keynote address to Wells Fargo on Friday, February 28th. Uldrich will present his speech, How to Future-Proof Yourself Against Tomorrows Ten Transformational Trends, Today. As one of the nation's premier financial services firms, Wells Fargo has made a commitment to satisfy their clients' investment needs and help them succeed financially. By understanding the future trends and learning to future-proof from experts like Uldrich, Wells Fargo is striving to ensure both their success and their customers success.

The material presented is based on a combination of Uldrich's best-selling books, "Foresight 2020: A Futurist Explores the Trends Transforming Tomorrow" and Jump the Curve; 50 Essential Strategies to Help Your Company Stay Ahead of Emerging Technologies.

Uldrichs interactive speech, which has been tailored specifically to Wells Fargo and their quest to discover what 2014 holds in store, is designed to provide Wells Fargos leaders and employees with a solid and thought-provoking foundation upon which to continue creating the companys future. An overview of some of Uldrichs ideas can be found in this YouTube clip of his presentation, "Why Future Trends Demand Unlearning", which also aired on WFYI in Indianapolis.

Uldrich will also provide an overview of how technological change is upending long-standing business models and discuss why future trends demand unlearning. Uldrich, who has been hailed as "America's Chief Unlearning Officer" and is author of 2011 best-seller "Higher Unlearning: 39 Post Requisite Lessons for Achieving a Successful Future," will use vivid analogies and memorable stories, drawn from a wide spectrum of industries, to ensure his message of unlearning makes a lasting impression on his audience at Wells Fargo. He will conclude his talk by reviewing the consequences of not embracing the concept of unlearning.

Uldrichs clients include General Electric, IBM, Cisco, United Healthcare, PepsiCo, Verizon Wireless, General Mills, the Young Presidents Organization (YPO), Pfizer, Healthcare Association of New York, Southern Company, St. Jude Medical, Dressbarn, AG Schering, Imation, Lockheed Martin, Fairview Hospitals, Touchstone Energy, The Insurance Service Organization, and hundreds more.

Parties interested in learning about Jack Uldrich, his books, his daily blog or his speaking availability are encouraged to contact Catherine Glynn.

Jack Uldrich is a renowned global futurist, technology forecaster, best-selling author, editor of the quarterly newsletter, The Exponential Executive, and host of the award-winning website, http://www.jumpthecurve.net. He is currently represented by a number of professional speakers' bureaus, including Leading Authorities, Convention Connection, Gold Star Speakers Bureau and Executive Speakers Bureau.

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Why Cities have a Great Future: Futurist speaker - keynote on real estate industry trends
Future of cities, real estate trends and the future of London. Why Cities are growing around the world. Urbanisation / urbanization and migration to cities i...

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How To Prevent Ageing - Stay Young Forever - Future Pharma Health Care Futurist Speaker
Keynote by Patrick Dixon on medical technology and ageing. Mitochondria are inefficient, making them more efficient reduces the ageing process. In the future...

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