The Future of Happiness with Author David Espindola, Part 6 | Ep. 127

In this special episode of The Future of Happiness series, we welcome back acclaimed futurist and award-winning author David Espindola, whose visionary book Soulful: You in the Future of Artificial Intelligence has sparked meaningful conversations across the globe. David dives deep into what it means to be truly happy—beyond algorithms and artificial emotions—exploring the essence of our humanity in a world increasingly shaped by AI. Can robots feel joy? Should they? Could personalized AI become your daily happiness coach? Join us as we unpack these bold questions and discover how we might embrace technology without sacrificing our soul.

The Finland Formula Full Series:

Part 1 with Amos Taylor: https://youtu.be/8pYB1XFPDZE

Part 2 with Dr. Juha Mattsson: https://youtu.be/vkm9iEvx64w

Part 3 with Timo Savolainen: https://youtu.be/Tke1LOpBh80

Part 4 with Hanna Lakkala: https://youtu.be/pg5BBNaApPE

Part 5 with Dr. Sirkka Heinonen: https://youtu.be/W__2xY-tDf0

Part 6 with David Espindola: https://youtu.be/kYlX3Rotq9U

Q&A

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Q1

What is your journey? How did you end up in this role of looking toward the future and talking about the future as a profession?

3:09

Q2

So talk to us about the your book. What kind of feedback have you gotten from your readers?

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Q3

Now, talk to us about your process of coming up with the title “Soulful”.

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Q4

What kinds of opportunities has your book and these kind of discussions opened up for you?

5:54

Q5

What does the word happiness mean to you?

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Q6

So are these the kinds of emotions that technology can produce?

13:22

Q7

You write about a future world where AI helps improve our future. Now, to me that sounds like happiness. What are your thoughts?

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Q8

You also write a lot about three words in particular, “Inherent Human Traits”, which you suppose will remain beyond the reach of AI. Talk to us about this idea.

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Q9

So let's give some examples of what “inherent human traits” are. Do you have a list you can share with us?

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Q10

For the benefit of those that are listening, what do you mean by faith?

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Q11

Is there a way for humans to use technology in a way that reduces the things that cause unhappiness and, therefore, makes us happier?

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Q12

Do you think that the automation of work and some of the basic needs through AI, could perhaps create more space for creative, purposeful and joyful pursuits?

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Q13

I believe as humans, we should look for ways in which technology can be used to enhance those environments rather than diminish what we want. Do you agree?

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