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Episode Synopsis
Steven Johnson returns! He's with us today to talk about his new book, "The Infernal Machine: A True Story of Dynamite, Terror, and the Rise of the Modern Detective," and his new day job helping Google develop AI tools for writers.
🔊 You can listen to Steven's previous appearances on this show here, here, here and here
🎧 To purchase a copy of Steven's Next Big Idea Original audiobook, "Immortality: A User's Guide," head here: https://nextbigideaclub.supportingcast.fm/immortality-a-users-guide
📩 Be sure to check out his Substack, too: https://adjacentpossible.substack.com/
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🔊 You can listen to Steven's previous appearances on this show here, here, here and here
🎧 To purchase a copy of Steven's Next Big Idea Original audiobook, "Immortality: A User's Guide," head here: https://nextbigideaclub.supportingcast.fm/immortality-a-users-guide
📩 Be sure to check out his Substack, too: https://adjacentpossible.substack.com/
📱 If you love the show, the best way to support us is by becoming a Next Big Idea Club member. Learn more at https://nextbigideaclub.com/ and use promo code PODCAST to get 20% off your subscription
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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