# AI & Science Fiction: A Conversation with Tom Easton (270)

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Podcast: [Digital Marketing Masters Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/digital-marketing-masters-podcast-670871)
Published: 2025-06-11T22:54:02+00:00
Episode link: https://serve.podhome.fm/episodepage/digital-marketing-masters/270
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## Resource

In this episode of Digital Marketing Masters, host Matt Rouse welcomes science fiction author Tom Easton to discuss the intersection of AI and science fiction. Tom shares his background as a retired science professor and his journey into writing science fiction since the 1970s. The conversation delves into the upcoming anthology "Tales of Galactic Pest Control," featuring Matt's own story, and explores the intriguing theme of AI's role in society, touching on topics like AI hallucinations, the impact of AI on jobs, and the potential need for universal basic income. Matt and Tom engage in a lively discussion about the evolution of AI technology, its implications for the future, and the ethical considerations surrounding AI training on existing works. They also reflect on the potential societal changes AI could bring, such as shifts in identity and the role of education. The episode concludes with insights into the creative process behind the anthology and the Kickstarter campaign supporting it, highlighting the collaborative spirit of the science fiction community. Tales of Galactic Pest Control: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/galactic-pests/tales-of-galactic-pest-controla-sci-fi-and-fantasy-anthology?ref=mattrouse Amazin Stories: https://amazingstories.com/ matthewrouse.com HookDM SMBAutopilot https://serve.podhome.fm/digital-marketing-masters (00:19) Introduction to the Episode (01:00) Meet Tom Easton: Science Fiction Writer (02:09) AI in Science Fiction and Reality (05:05) Challenges and Opportunities of AI Research (09:18) Copyright and AI: A Legal Perspective (11:45) The Future of Jobs and Universal Basic Income (18:09) AI's Impact on Vocational Training and Education (26:10) Galactic Pest Control Anthology (31:09) AI's Potential for Greater Good (37:31) Expo…

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