Wetware
Summary
Hosted by Gabriela Coleman, this episode of The Hackers explores body hacking through the stories of Winter Meraz and Moon Ribas. Meraz uses implanted chips for practical accessibility after a severe accident, while Ribas, a cyborg artist, implants seismic sensors to feel earthquakes. The discussion covers how biohacking can restore function, create new senses, and challenge societal perceptions of disability and transhumanism.
Topics discussed
Introduction to body hacking and the podcast series
Winter Meraz's accident and 3D printed medical recovery
Implanting RFID chips for convenience and anxiety relief
Moon Ribas and the seismic sense cyborg art
Transhumanism, empathy, and connecting with nature
Removing implants and planning new oceanic senses
Expanding perception beyond human sensory limits
The joy of biohacking: NFC tricks and LED tattoos
Social stigma, ableism, and the future of body hacking
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