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Software isn’t just engineering—it’s a modern form of power, language, and even philosophy. In this condensed recap of Into The Impossible with host Brian Keating and guest Sam Arbesman, you’ll hear how The Magic of Code reframes computation as a force that shapes money, medicine, simulation, and AI while reminding us that software is temporary, messy, and deeply human. We cover why coding belongs in the liberal arts, how historical amnesia fuels tech hype, and what “vibe coding” could mean for nonprogrammers and media literacy alike. This shortened version distills the full conversation into a quick, insightful listen, so you can grasp the big ideas without the full runtime. Listen now to get the key ideas in minutes.