S4 Ep165: Episode 165: Automaton Horror
Dr. Creepen's Dungeon - A podcast by Dr. Creepen's Dungeon
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‘Automatons, with their lifelike movements and mechanical precision, often stir a deep-seated unease within us. Their resemblance to humans, coupled with their lack of emotion and autonomy, blurs the line between the artificial and the real, sparking feelings of discomfort and fear. Furthermore, the idea of machines operating independently, seemingly beyond human control, taps into primal fears of losing agency and being supplanted by technology. Whether in literature, film, or real-life encounters, automatons serve as reminders of our vulnerability in the face of advancing technology, prompting us to confront our anxieties about the potential consequences of our creations.’