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Poets At WarAuthor: Joshua David Ling
Art. Theology. Philosophy. Fun. Poets At War is a gathering place for Christian artists engaged in the culture war of worldviews. Hosted by Joshua David Ling, this podcast explores the intersection of creativity and faith through conversations that range from deeply philosophical to lightheartedly humorous. Drawing inspiration from Tolkien, Lewis, Calvin, Augustine, and Chesterton, Poets At War invites listeners into an authentic community of creators who are serious about their craft and convictions while maintaining a spirit of camaraderie and joy. Language: en-us Genres: Arts Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Poets At War Ep. 243: The Soul of Art in the Age of the Machine
Friday, 30 January, 2026
Joshua David Ling and Alexander Robertson engage in a skirmish over the soul of art in the age of the machine. But first, a briefing on new hardware and expanding the universe of the Guardians of Atlanta.In this tactical briefing, the brood discusses Valve's surprise hardware drop and the return of the legendary Steam Controller. The conversation then shifts to the frontlines of The Guardians of Alana and The Idiot's Guide to Illegal Tech Repair, debating whether a sequel season should focus on the beloved crew or the wider world.Finally, the battle lines are drawn regarding Artificial Intelligence. Is AI a tool for the conductor to realize a vision beyond their budget, or is it a cheap replacement for the human musician? From "Celtic Blues" to the "Steve Jobs" approach to creativity, Ling and Robertson wrestle with the ethics and aesthetics of the future.Topics Covered:Valve’s new Steam Machine and VR HeadsetWorldbuilding: Character-driven vs. World-driven narrativesThe "Celtic Blues" aestheticAI: The Studio Musician vs. The Live PerformanceThe philosophy of "Audio First" mediaJoin the ranks of writers and artists: https://joshuadavidling.com/discord
