Transhumanism and the Metaverse

On this edition of the Parker J. Cole show, we tackle transhumanism and the metaverse.

This show came about because a friend of mine, who knows what things captures my interest well, sent me an article titled, “Transhumanism and the Metaverse” by Charles Eisenstein.

What can I say? I consider this article ‘brain gum’. The more you chew, the more flavorful it gets. Mr. Eisenstein goes into what transhumanism is, what the metaverse, and an analysis of where they intersect.

Can humanity be ‘dialed and set’ to a specific odometer by integrating itself with technology? Can the metaverse fully supplant reality? If so, is that really a good idea?

As soon as I finished the article, I knew I had to reach out to my guest, Dr. Jeff Rhoades, author of The Bible, Dimensions, and the Spiritual Realm to discuss this topic from a biblical perspective. We barely scratch the surface of this, but we certainly had a great time as we approached some items of interest from a biblical standpoint.

GUEST BIO: JEFF RHOADES began studying at Calvary University in 1988 and began pastoring in 1992 while finishing his course work. He received a Bachelor of Science in Bible & Church Ministry in 1994. After pastoring for twelve years, he and his wife Paula were called to serve as missionaries in Central America. They worked in El Salvador until returning to ministry in the United States in 2013. Jeff has pastored in the Midwest since that time, and Paula works as a Christian therapist. Jeff received a Master of Arts in Theology from Louisiana Baptist Theological Seminary in 2005 and a Ph.D. in Biblical Studies from Louisiana Baptist University in 2020.

Jeff and Paula have two children who are both married, and they have three wonderful grandchildren.

Jeff has a heart for evangelism and teaching the Bible to help others gain a deeper and richer understanding of its truths.

The Parker J. Cole Show is focused on real Christian talk about issues that affect every day of our lives. From culture and arts, to politics, and devotions, The Parker J. Cole Show on PJC Media exists to invigorate the Christian culture with thought provoking, wholesome, and educational broadcasts and programming.

Host Parker J. Cole is an USA Today Bestselling author of historical romance, as well as a speaker, podcast host, and CEO of the podcast network PJC Media. As an author, Parker enjoys exploring history through the vehicle of romance. Her speaking topics focus on inspiration for aspiring authors.

For nearly a decade, she has interviewed authors from all over the world via her podcast network. She has an obsession with the Lord Jesus Christ, Star Trek, K-dramas, anime, romance books, old movies, speculative fiction, and knitting. And on and off Mountain Dew and marshmallows addict she writes to fill the void the sugar left behind. ParkerJCole.com