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So Here's the Problem With That...

So Here's the Problem With That...

Written by: Neil & Emily
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Emily and Neil watch every sci-fi movie ever made and break down exactly what's wrong with their Sci and their Fi. Check it out!2025 Neil & Emily Art
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  • Ep. 41 - Ex Machina Pt. 2
    Dec 31 2025

    Join Emily, Dr. Neil, and Special Guest Nathan as they dive deep into the Sci and the Fi of Ex Machina discussing the differences between they types of robots, the nature of conciousness, and some pretty sweet dance moves.

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    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests

    02:00 Understanding Robots, Machines, and Androids

    06:44 The Evolution of Robotics and AI

    12:26 Moravec's Paradox and Its Implications

    18:12 Energy Sources and Their Efficiency

    24:37 Mechanical Design Principles in Robotics

    30:54 Exploring Consciousness and Emotions in AI

    35:13 Film Analysis: Ex Machina and Its Themes

    40:42 The Creepy Reality of Two-Way Glass

    42:08 Ava: The Robotic Woman

    44:41 The Turing Test Explained

    46:57 The Nature of AI and Human Interaction

    50:49 Thought Experiments in AI

    53:38 The Silent Servant and AI Ethics

    57:01 Ava's Manipulation and Human Emotions

    01:01:55 The Ethics of AI Creation

    01:06:02 The Dance Sequence: A Moment of Reflection

    01:12:09 The Complexity of AI Relationships

    01:19:49 Dance as Therapy for Depression

    01:22:30 Exploring Consciousness and AI Relationships

    01:27:44 The Dark Side of AI Development

    01:31:31 Ava's Escape and the Nature of Freedom

    01:40:11 The Final Confrontation and Its Implications

    01:49:36 AI's Role in Society and Future Innovations

    Keywords

    Ex Machina, AI, robots, androids, Moravec's Paradox, Turing Test, consciousness, mechanical engineering, energy efficiency, ethical AI, AI, consciousness, ethics, relationships, manipulation, data privacy, creativity, existentialism, technology, film analysis

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    2 hrs
  • Ep. 40 - Ex Machina Pt. 1
    Dec 17 2025

    Join Emily and Dr. Neil as they begin dive into the family comedy Three Humans and a Robot! I mean...the Oscar-nominated Ex Machina!

    More Like This Films:

    • Annihilation (2018)
    • Arrival (2016)
    • Her (2013)
    • Edge of Tomorrow (2014)

    Alex Garland Known For:

    • Men (2022)
    • Civil War (2024
    • Devs (TV, 2020)

    Alicia Vikander Known For:

    • The Man from U.N.C.L.E. (2015)

    Domhnall Gleeson Known For:

    • Frank (2014)
    • Hozier: De Selby Pt. 2

    Oscar Isaac Known For:

    • Inside Llewyn Davis (2013)
    • A Most Violent Year (2014)
    • The Last Jedi (2017)

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    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates

    04:59 Overview of Ex Machina

    09:41 Film Awards and Achievements

    14:05 Parental Guidance and Content Discussion

    20:28 Exploring Similar Films

    31:37 Director Alex Garland and His Works

    43:24 Alicia Vikander: A Rising Star

    53:05 Domhnall Gleeson: The Versatile Actor

    59:02 Oscar Isaac: The Charasmatic Performer

    01:08:32 The Numbers Game: Box Office Insights

    01:13:46 Fun Facts and Thematic Elements of Ex Machina

    Ex Machina, sci-fi, artificial intelligence, Alex Garland, movie review, film analysis, Alicia Vikander, Oscar Isaac, Domhnall Gleeson, awards

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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • Ep. 39.5 - Minisode
    Dec 10 2025

    From the Archives! Join Emily and Neil as they discuss their next movie!

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    16 mins
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