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Writing on Fire: Saving the Humanities in the Age of AI with Dr. Rachel Teukolsky
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In this episode, we discuss Dr. Rachel Teukolsky’s Writing on Fire and her bold approach to reimagining academic writing for today’s students. Blending pop culture, practical exercises, and a passion for the humanities, Teukolsky argues that writing should be engaging, accessible, and rooted in critical thinking. We also explore the future of humanities education, the pressures facing the field, and the complicated role AI may play in shaping how students learn to write.
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