Behind The Human with Marc Champagne The Last Invention & The Future of Humanity (Ft Andy Mills)
Nov 23, 2025
Andy Mills, an award-winning journalist and storyteller, dives deep into themes of meaning, curiosity, and culture's role in shaping our future. He reflects on his transition from ministry to journalism and the power of storytelling in navigating complex human experiences. Mills emphasizes the need for curiosity amidst societal polarization and discusses his transformative reporting in South Sudan. He also explores his groundbreaking AI series, The Last Invention, advocating for a long-term narrative on technology's impact and the importance of cultural change in addressing global issues.
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Keep Surprise And Edit With Grace
- Preserve surprise when reporting by asking, "What am I missing?" and looking to be surprised in interviews.
- Edit with grace by asking if you'd be ashamed sitting next to the person you're quoting before publishing.
Reporting In South Sudan Shaped Him
- Andy lived in a tent in South Sudan in 2007–08 reporting after a 21-year civil war and found striking human universals.
- The experience sealed his desire to tell stories that bind people across difference.
Shrinking Global Concern
- Andy observed that public attention has narrowed and people care less about distant crises than before.
- He worries our circle of concern has shrunk and hopes culture will expand it again.
