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David Eliot - From Ancient Algorithms to Modern Machines
Episode 6
Wednesday, 7 January, 2026

Send us a textArtificial Intelligence is one of the most powerful and misunderstood technologies of our time. In this episode, host Dave Cunningham sits down with David Eliot, an author, academic, and former professional magician to explore the real story behind AI in his book, Artificially Intelligent, — where it began, how it evolved, and what it means for the future of humanity. The conversation traces AI’s roots back to early thinkers like Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi, Ada Lovelace, and Alan Turing, before moving into the modern era shaped by Geoffrey Hinton and today’s major tech companies. Along the way, we examine how AI is already embedded into everyday life, who is truly driving its development, and whether humanity can — or should — slow down its rapid evolution.A timely, thought-provoking conversation that cuts through the hype and asks what matters most — the role humans play in shaping the future of intelligence itself.For more information on the book, check out his site: https://www.davideliot.org/artificially-intelligentOur theme music is “Stasis Oasis”, by Tim Aylesworth Follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram, & Threads Send comments & suggestions to thekingstonianpodcast@gmail.com Episodes also air weekly on CJAI at 101.3fm (Tue. at 4pm)