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The Code Was Always There: Looms, Punch Cards, and Computational Thinking
Episode 594th November 2025 • The Intersect of Tech and Art • Juergen Berkessel
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From ancient looms to modern algorithms, the threads of computational thinking have been woven through human creativity for centuries. This episode unravels the surprising connections between textile arts and computer science, revealing how punch cards that once programmed Jacquard looms became the foundation for early computers, and how today's artists continue to blur the boundaries between craft and code.

Contents

  • 00:00:21 Introduction to Art and Tech
  • 00:02:09 The Marble Puffer Jacket
  • 00:05:30 The Golden Toilet Auction
  • 00:09:28 Rebranding NFTs
  • 00:11:52 Artists and AI Art
  • 00:15:07 The Contradiction of AI Use
  • 00:15:42 Astrophotography Winners
  • 00:17:19 The Biennale in China
  • 00:19:17 Framing Technology and Creativity

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The Marble Puffer Jacket

Discover how contemporary fashion designers are transforming classical materials into unexpected forms. What happens when ancient marble meets modern streetwear sensibilities?

The Golden Toilet Auction

Art world controversy meets blockchain technology in this tale of luxury, satire, and digital provenance. The story behind one of the most audacious art pieces of our time takes an unexpected turn.

Rebranding NFTs

The digital art world is evolving beyond the hype cycle. Learn how artists and platforms are reimagining digital ownership and community engagement in surprising new ways.

Artists and AI Art

Traditional artists grapple with machine learning tools in their creative practice. Hear firsthand accounts of resistance, acceptance, and the unexpected middle ground emerging between human and artificial creativity.

The Contradiction of AI Use

A thought-provoking exploration of how artists simultaneously critique and embrace artificial intelligence. The paradoxes reveal deeper truths about creativity itself.

Astrophotography Winners

Where computational photography meets cosmic wonder. These award-winning images showcase how technology amplifies our ability to capture the universe's beauty.

The Biennale in China

International art meets local innovation at this year's showcase. Discover how Chinese artists are redefining the relationship between tradition and technology on the global stage.

Framing Technology and Creativity

The episode concludes with insights on how we conceptualize the intersection of art and technology. New frameworks emerge for understanding creativity in the digital age.

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