# The Theater That Taught Me How To Survive AI

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Podcast: [Big Questions with Cal Fussman](https://stenobird.com/podcast/big-questions-with-cal-fussman-9404)
Published: 2026-04-07T07:00:00+00:00
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Cal Fussman walks into a theater expecting to see a documentary about artificial intelligence. He walks out with a new understanding of the future of work. Through a surprising connection to Super Mario, a landlord named Mario Segale, and the power of human serendipity, he uncovers a simple truth: The people who adapt will thrive. The ones who don't may disappear. If you've ever wondered whether AI is something to fear—or something to grow with—this story will change how you see what's coming next.

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