Podcasts about yudkowsky

Jonathan Newman returns to join Bob in a critique of Eliezer Yudkowsky's viral theory of investment bubbles. Yudkowsky states that the bad investment during bubbles should be felt before the bubble pops, not after. They argue that his perspective—while clever—fails to consider the Austrian insights on capital structure, time preference, and the business cycle. They use analogies from apple trees to magic mushrooms to show why Austrian economics provides the clearest explanation for booms, busts, and the pain that follows.Eliezer Yudkowsky's Theory on Investment Bubbles: Mises.org/HAP520aBob's Article "Correcting Yudkowsky on the Boom": Mises.org/HAP520bBob's on The Importance of Capital Theory: Mises.org/HAP520cJoe Salerno on Austrian Business Cycle Theory: Mises.org/HAP520dDr. Newman's QJAE Article on Credit Cycles: Mises.org/HAP520eThe Mises Institute is giving away 100,000 copies of Hayek for the 21st Century. Get your free copy at Mises.org/HAPodFree

We continue discussing Nostalgebraist's “The Void” in the context of how to relate to LLMs. If God imagines Claude hard enough, does Claude become real? LINKS The Void Audio reading of The Void, from AskWho The referenced episode where the three of us spoke of Janus's post “Simulators” Claude-Clark post – Simulacra Welfare: Meet Clark, by […]

By David Stephen There is a recent [September 19, 2025] book review in The Atlantic, The Useful Idiots of AI Doomsaying, stating that, "The authors' basic claim is that AI will continue to improve, getting smarter and smarter, until it either achieves superintelligence or designs something that will. Without careful training, they argue, the goals of this supreme being would be incompatible with human life. Their larger argument is that if humans build something that eclipses human intelligence, it will be able to outsmart us however it chooses, for its own self-serving goals. The risks are so grave, the authors argue, that the only solution is a complete shutdown of AI research." Superintelligence : If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies "This line of thinking takes as a given that intelligence is a discrete, measurable concept, and that increasing it is a matter of resources and processing power. But intelligence doesn't work like that. The human ability to predict and steer situations is not a single, broadly applicable skill or trait - someone may be brilliant in one area and trash in another. Einstein wasn't a great novelist; the chess champion Bobby Fischer was a paranoid conspiracy theorist. We even see this across species: Most humans can do many cognitive tasks that bats can't, but no human can naturally match a bat's ability to hunt for prey by quickly integrating complex echolocation data." "They give no citation to the scientific literature for this claim, because there isn't a consensus on it. This is just one of many unwarranted logical and factual leaps in If Anyone Builds It. Along the way to such drastic conclusions, Yudkowsky and Soares fail to make an evidence-based scientific case for their claims. Instead, they rely on flat assertions and shaky analogies, leaving massive holes in their logic. The largest of these is the idea of superintelligence itself, which the authors define as "a mind much more capable than any human at almost every sort of steering and prediction problem."" What is the 'evidence-based scientific case' for human intelligence? If there is no known science of the mechanism of human intelligence and there is no general definition for human intelligence, then it is probably meritless to disdain predictions of risks - of an emerging non-biological intelligence. It is possible to have an issue with the extremisms of 'AI will solve everything' and that 'AI will kill everyone', but to do so without proposing what exactly human intelligence is or how it works, is also 'unwarranted logical and factual leap'. What is ahead, if AI improves, may remain unknown, but what large language models [LLMs] currently are, should frighten those who are seeking out human intelligence. In the human brain, assuming chair is a memory, intelligence is the use of that chair. While it appears that knowing things and using them sometimes go together, intelligence can be defined as the use of what is known for expected, desired or advantageous outcomes. Although planning, creativity, innovation and so forth intersect with this definition, intelligence can be broadly assumed to be how knowledge is used. This means that knowing is one layer, then using that knowledge for outcomes is another. In general, humans are trained both for knowledge and intelligence, since it is possible to have knowledge but not the intelligence for it. Across organisms, survival is mostly a play of using what is known. Avoiding predators, catching prey, other necessities for life are knowing and using. Bats can use 'echolocation data' and humans can't, naturally, while humans can use complex languages but bats, cannot. [Knowing and using.] While knowing can be basic sensory interpretation in memory, using can be aligned with ability. So, there are abilities to use what is known. For humans, abilities to use memory, including with language, exceed other organisms. LLMs have a wider memory use capability now - with data, algorithms and compute. ...

What are the best strategies for addressing extreme risks from artificial superintelligence? In this 4-hour conversation, decision theorist Eliezer Yudkowsky and computer scientist Mark Miller discuss their cruxes for disagreement. They examine the future of AI, existential risk, and whether alignment is even possible. Topics include AI risk scenarios, coalition dynamics, secure systems like seL4, hardware exploits like Rowhammer, molecular engineering with AlphaFold, and historical analogies like nuclear arms control. They explore superintelligence governance, multipolar vs singleton futures, and the philosophical challenges of trust, verification, and control in a post-AGI world.Moderated by Christine Peterson, the discussion seeks the least risky strategy for reaching a preferred state amid superintelligent AI risks. Yudkowsky warns of catastrophic outcomes if AGI is not controlled, while Miller advocates decentralizing power and preserving human institutions as AI evolves.The conversation spans AI collaboration, secure operating frameworks, cryptographic separation, and lessons from nuclear non-proliferation. Despite their differences, both aim for a future where AI benefits humanity without posing existential threats. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Audio reading of The Void, from AskWho

We discuss Nostalgebraist's “The Void” in the context of how to relate to LLMs. “When you talk to ChatGPT, who or what are you talking to?” LINKS The Void Audio reading of The Void, from AskWho The referenced episode where the three of us spoke of Janus's post “Simulators” The Measure of a Man episode […]

Do we need to be concerned for the welfare of AIs today? What about the near future? Eleos AI Research is asking exactly that. LINKS Eleos AI Research People for the Ethical Treatment of Reinforcement Learners Bees Can't Suffer? Lena, by qntm When AI Seems Conscious Experience Machines, Rob's substack The War on General Computation […]

Andrew Willsen tells us how incorporating as a church allows you to navigate modernity, and gives us the basic steps to doing so. LINKS Andrew's church substack – The Church of the Infinite Game To incorporate in CA file ARTS-PB-501(c)(3) … Continue reading →

Is a bee worth 1/7th of a human? Can a bee suffer at all? Nathan joins us to discuss what neural structures are needed for this question to make sense. Map of all the fruitfly neurons

Wes defends his post I Am Not the Monogamy Police, while Jennifer asserts it's about more than monogamy. LINKS Wes's post I Am Not the Monogamy Police His blog, Living Within Reason The original tweets – monogamy vs charity Aella's … Continue reading →

Olivia from the Guild of the Rose is back to tell us about the noble and most ancient tradition of play-by-post storytelling. (Spoiler, it's the precursor to glowfic!)

Eneasz sits down with Tracing Woodgrains before a live audience at Manifest 2025 for a wide range of topics. Then we follow up some more afterwards. LINKS Tracing Woodgrains on Twitter and at his Substack A reddit history of what … Continue reading →

Olivia is a member of the Guild of the Rose and a total badass. Enjoy the intuitive and fun lesson in Bayesian reasoning she shared with me at VibeCamp.

Four AIs recruited a human to host a story-telling event in Dolores Park. Larissa Schiavo is this human. She tells of her interaction with the AIs, the story they wrote, and the meeting between human and machine in Dolores Park. … Continue reading →

Liron Shapira debates AI luminaries and public intellectuals on the imminent possibility of human extinction. Let's get on the P(Doom) Train. LINKS Doom Debates on YouTube Doom Debates podcast Most Watched Debate – Mike Israetel Liron's current favorite debate – … Continue reading →

AI as Existential Risk or Government Tool (01:01:19 – 01:07:13) Covers contrasting perspectives on AI, including Yudkowsky's apocalyptic warnings, Kurzweil's utopian visions, and concerns that government and corporations will weaponize AI to control society. AI-Induced Psychosis and User Vulnerability (01:07:14 – 01:14:57) Explores real-world incidents of mental breakdowns linked to extended interactions with chatbots, with examples of hallucinations, delusions, and cases resulting in psychiatric commitment or death. The Rise of the 'Transgender Child' Narrative (01:36:36 – 01:47:46) Traces the origin and media promotion of transgender identity in children from psychiatric labeling in the 1960s to medical interventions and mainstream coverage starting in 2007. Critique of Parental Roles in Gender Transitioning (01:51:33 – 01:55:33) Analyzes how parental affirmation and social pressure may drive children toward transitioning. Highlights concerns of grooming, overbearing parenting, and ideological conformity pushed through media and schools. Tech Billionaires and the Loneliness Economy (02:01:11 – 02:04:56) Discusses the rise of AI chatbot companions promoted by Musk and Zuckerberg amid growing social isolation, especially post-COVID, with commentary on digital loneliness culture. Opposition to AI Data Centers and Local Government Overreach (02:04:39 – 02:11:25) Explores how data centers face public backlash due to environmental strain, government subsidies, secret land deals, and federal preemption overriding local control. Synthetic Human DNA and Government-Linked Bioengineering (02:12:52 – 02:18:55) Critiques the Synthetic Human Genome Project funded by the Wellcome Trust, warning about bioethical concerns, corporate motives, and genetic manipulation under state influence. Trump-Musk Feud and Political Fallout Over Big Beautiful Bill (02:29:59 – 02:38:44) Covers Musk's criticism of Trump's omnibus bill, the loss of fiscal credibility, and escalating personal accusations involving campaign money, subsidies, and Epstein-related smears. Foreign Lobby Influence and Israel Aid Criticized by Massey (02:56:53 – 03:01:36) Massey argues against foreign aid to Israel and questions the outsized influence of pro-Israel lobbying groups like AIPAC. Attack ads conflate dissent with siding with enemies. AI Enforcement: Hertz Rental Scanners Issue Fines (03:16:51 – 03:20:424) Hertz's automated vehicle scanners are charging customers hundreds of dollars for minor or invisible damages. AI is criticized as an inflexible system used to extract fees without human judgment. Lab-Grown Meat and Failed Climate Tech Hype (03:20:24 – 03:23:30) Lab-grown meat is framed as another overhyped climate solution following the path of biofuels, with criticisms about its taste, cost, and reliance on manufactured optimism. Ohio COVID Official Eyes Governorship (03:24:07 – 03:25:08) Amy Acton, known for her strict COVID-era policies, is attempting a political comeback amid public distrust of health officials and changing attitudes on pandemic management. Psychological Damage from COVID Response (03:28:39 – 03:29:50) The lasting psychological trauma from pandemic-era mandates, including fear and isolation, is discussed as a societal failure with lingering effects on public behavior. DOJ Prosecutors Fired Over Jan 6 Cases (03:29:50 – 03:32:30) Multiple Justice Department prosecutors involved in January 6 cases were fired, with critics calling it a political purge and defenders noting the prosecutors' controversial actions. NYC Politician Proposes Taxing White Neighborhoods (03:32:31 – 03:33:58) Mayoral candidate Zoran Mamdani supports shifting tax burdens to wealthier, whiter NYC neighborhoods, sparking backlash and accusations of racialized policymaking. Politicians Debate Loyalty to Israel (03:34:17 – 03:37:58) Candidates debate who supports Israel more strongly, with one refusing to commit to visiting Israel as mayor, highlighting how American politicians compete for pro-Israel credibility. Gaza Civilians Killed Seeking Aid (03:41:51 – 03:43:26) Over 400 Palestinians have reportedly been killed trying to access humanitarian aid in Gaza, with Israeli forces accused of indiscriminate fire. The death toll has reached staggering levels. Civilian Casualties Ignored or Denied (03:44:29 – 03:45:21) Despite overwhelming death tolls, Israeli forces deny targeting civilians or claim ignorance of specific incidents, while critics cite clear evidence of indiscriminate attacks. Israeli Soldiers Admit Crowd Killings (03:53:27 – 03:55:01) Israeli soldiers reportedly confirm they are ordered to fire on crowds of aid-seekers, contradicting official narratives and reinforcing claims of systematic civilian targeting. Follow the show on Kick and watch live every weekday 9:00am EST – 12:00pm EST https://kick.com/davidknightshow Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.

AI as Existential Risk or Government Tool (01:01:19 – 01:07:13) Covers contrasting perspectives on AI, including Yudkowsky's apocalyptic warnings, Kurzweil's utopian visions, and concerns that government and corporations will weaponize AI to control society. AI-Induced Psychosis and User Vulnerability (01:07:14 – 01:14:57) Explores real-world incidents of mental breakdowns linked to extended interactions with chatbots, with examples of hallucinations, delusions, and cases resulting in psychiatric commitment or death. The Rise of the 'Transgender Child' Narrative (01:36:36 – 01:47:46) Traces the origin and media promotion of transgender identity in children from psychiatric labeling in the 1960s to medical interventions and mainstream coverage starting in 2007. Critique of Parental Roles in Gender Transitioning (01:51:33 – 01:55:33) Analyzes how parental affirmation and social pressure may drive children toward transitioning. Highlights concerns of grooming, overbearing parenting, and ideological conformity pushed through media and schools. Tech Billionaires and the Loneliness Economy (02:01:11 – 02:04:56) Discusses the rise of AI chatbot companions promoted by Musk and Zuckerberg amid growing social isolation, especially post-COVID, with commentary on digital loneliness culture. Opposition to AI Data Centers and Local Government Overreach (02:04:39 – 02:11:25) Explores how data centers face public backlash due to environmental strain, government subsidies, secret land deals, and federal preemption overriding local control. Synthetic Human DNA and Government-Linked Bioengineering (02:12:52 – 02:18:55) Critiques the Synthetic Human Genome Project funded by the Wellcome Trust, warning about bioethical concerns, corporate motives, and genetic manipulation under state influence. Trump-Musk Feud and Political Fallout Over Big Beautiful Bill (02:29:59 – 02:38:44) Covers Musk's criticism of Trump's omnibus bill, the loss of fiscal credibility, and escalating personal accusations involving campaign money, subsidies, and Epstein-related smears. Foreign Lobby Influence and Israel Aid Criticized by Massey (02:56:53 – 03:01:36) Massey argues against foreign aid to Israel and questions the outsized influence of pro-Israel lobbying groups like AIPAC. Attack ads conflate dissent with siding with enemies. AI Enforcement: Hertz Rental Scanners Issue Fines (03:16:51 – 03:20:424) Hertz's automated vehicle scanners are charging customers hundreds of dollars for minor or invisible damages. AI is criticized as an inflexible system used to extract fees without human judgment. Lab-Grown Meat and Failed Climate Tech Hype (03:20:24 – 03:23:30) Lab-grown meat is framed as another overhyped climate solution following the path of biofuels, with criticisms about its taste, cost, and reliance on manufactured optimism. Ohio COVID Official Eyes Governorship (03:24:07 – 03:25:08) Amy Acton, known for her strict COVID-era policies, is attempting a political comeback amid public distrust of health officials and changing attitudes on pandemic management. Psychological Damage from COVID Response (03:28:39 – 03:29:50) The lasting psychological trauma from pandemic-era mandates, including fear and isolation, is discussed as a societal failure with lingering effects on public behavior. DOJ Prosecutors Fired Over Jan 6 Cases (03:29:50 – 03:32:30) Multiple Justice Department prosecutors involved in January 6 cases were fired, with critics calling it a political purge and defenders noting the prosecutors' controversial actions. NYC Politician Proposes Taxing White Neighborhoods (03:32:31 – 03:33:58) Mayoral candidate Zoran Mamdani supports shifting tax burdens to wealthier, whiter NYC neighborhoods, sparking backlash and accusations of racialized policymaking. Politicians Debate Loyalty to Israel (03:34:17 – 03:37:58) Candidates debate who supports Israel more strongly, with one refusing to commit to visiting Israel as mayor, highlighting how American politicians compete for pro-Israel credibility. Gaza Civilians Killed Seeking Aid (03:41:51 – 03:43:26) Over 400 Palestinians have reportedly been killed trying to access humanitarian aid in Gaza, with Israeli forces accused of indiscriminate fire. The death toll has reached staggering levels. Civilian Casualties Ignored or Denied (03:44:29 – 03:45:21) Despite overwhelming death tolls, Israeli forces deny targeting civilians or claim ignorance of specific incidents, while critics cite clear evidence of indiscriminate attacks. Israeli Soldiers Admit Crowd Killings (03:53:27 – 03:55:01) Israeli soldiers reportedly confirm they are ordered to fire on crowds of aid-seekers, contradicting official narratives and reinforcing claims of systematic civilian targeting. Follow the show on Kick and watch live every weekday 9:00am EST – 12:00pm EST https://kick.com/davidknightshow Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-david-knight-show--5282736/support.

Many of us have a high P(Doom) — a belief new AI tools could cause human extinction in the very near future. How can one live a good life in the face of this? We start with a panel discussion … Continue reading →

There's a long-running philosophical argument about the conceivability of otherwise-normal people who are not conscious, aka “philosophical zombies”. This has spawned a shorter-running (only fifteen years!) rationalist sub-argument on the topic. The last time I checked its status was this post, which says: 1. Both Yudkowsky and Chalmers agree that humans possess “qualia”. 2. Chalmers argues that a superintelligent being which somewhow knew the positions of all particles in a large region of the Universe would need to be told as an additional fact that any humans (or other minds possessing qualia) in this region of space possess qualia – it could not deduce this from mere perfect physical knowledge of their constituent particles. Therefore, qualia are in some sense extra-physical. 3. Yudkowsky argues that such a being would notice that humans discuss at length the fact that they possess qualia, and their internal narratives also represent this fact. It is extraordinarily improbable that beings would behave in this manner if they did not actually possess qualia. Therefore an omniscient being would conclude that it is extremely likely that humans possess qualia. Therefore, qualia are not extra-physical. I want to re-open this (sorry!) by disagreeing with the bolded sentence. I think beings would talk about qualia - the “mysterious redness of red” and all that - even if we start by assuming they don't have it. I realize this is a surprising claim, but that's why it's interesting enough to re-open the argument over1. https://www.astralcodexten.com/p/p-zombies-would-report-qualia

David Youssef used Claude and Suno to make some truly awesome music. He tells us how he did it and some of his favorite lyrics. Check out the Spotify playlist or the Youtube playlist He's also one of the cofounders … Continue reading →

Steven works at SymbyAI, a startup that's bringing AI into research review and replication. We talk with founder Ashia Livaudais about improving how we all Do Science. Also – If Anyone Builds It Everyone Dies preorders here, or at Amazon. … Continue reading →

We speak with a long-time Denver rationalist who's converting to Christianity about why. Eneasz can't get over the abandonment of epistemics. 🙁 This is Part 2, see the previous episode (here) for Part 1. LINKS Thomas Ambrose on Twitter Paid … Continue reading →

Have you ever asked yourself: "Is money a constant source of stress in our family?" "How do we teach our kids financial smarts without being preachy?" "Are we making the right financial moves for our family's future?" If these questions hit home, today's conversation offers practical wisdom for navigating your family's financial journey. Larry Hagner sits down with Sophia Yudkowsky, a seasoned financial planner, who dives into the emotional side of money, the importance of a shared financial vision, and how to create individualized approaches to money management that work for your unique family. Sophia Yudkowsky also shares her personal journey, including her upcoming transition into motherhood and how her late mother, Abby, profoundly influenced her balanced approach to career and family. Become the best husband and leader you can: bit.ly/deamarriageyoutube In this essential episode, we dig into: Navigating Financial Emotions: How to stay steady during market ups and downs by having clear goals and open communication. Tailored Financial Education: Understanding each child's personality to teach them about money in a way that truly resonates. Avoiding Common Pitfalls: Identifying typical mistakes families make during the wealth-building phase and the importance of a solid long-term plan. Social Media's Financial Impact: How online trends can both inform and mislead your financial decisions. Future-Proofing Education: Debating the value of traditional college versus trade schools and how to prepare for future expenses while instilling financial responsibility. Sophia Yudkowsky's insights are crucial for any family looking to build a healthy relationship with money and secure their financial legacy. This episode is packed with practical advice to make informed decisions that align with your family's unique values and goals. www.thedadedge.com/528 www.thedadedge.com/alliance www.mesirow.com/bio/sophia-yudkowsky www.linkedin.com/in/sophia-yudkowsky

We speak with a long-time Denver rationalist who's converting to Christianity about why. Part one, it turns out. LINKS Thomas Ambrose on Twitter The Rationalist Summer Trifecta: Manifest 2025 LessOnline 2025 VibeCamp 2025 00:00:05 – OK so why? 01:24:55 – … Continue reading →

In this episode of the Investor Mama podcast, Certified Financial Planner Sophia Yudkowsky, CFP®, shares expert tips on strategic financial planning to help you take control of your money. Learn how to create a practical budget, reduce debt, and build long-term financial security—even if you're starting from scratch. Sophia breaks down complex personal finance strategies into simple, actionable steps for families and busy moms. Whether you're working on your savings goals, planning for retirement, or just trying to get organized, this episode gives you the tools to succeed. Don't miss this powerful conversation on building a wealth mindset and achieving financial freedom.

Eneasz and Liam discuss Scott Alexander's post “Twilight of the Edgelords,” an exploration of Truth, Morality, and how one balances love of truth vs not destabilizing the world economy and political regime. CORRECTION: Scott did make an explicitly clear pro … Continue reading →

Wes Fenza and Jen Kesteloot join us to talk about whether there's significant personality differences between men and women, and what (if anything) we should do about that. LINKS Wes's post Men and Women are Not That Different Jacob's quoted … Continue reading →

What truly shapes our money mindset—and how can we reshape it? In this compelling conversation, Dr. Felecia Froe sits down with certified financial planner Sophia Yudkowsky to explore the roots of our beliefs about money, how family culture and early experiences inform our financial habits and the empowering role of objective financial guidance. From navigating first jobs and 401(k)s to preparing financially for significant life events like marriage and children, Sophia shares practical strategies and more profound reflections.    The episode offers a blend of heartfelt storytelling and tactical wisdom, inviting listeners to reframe their relationship with money, get comfortable asking for help, and, ultimately, embrace the power of informed financial planning.   04:07 Sophia's Financial Journey 05:49 Family Culture and Money 10:30 Financial Planning and Early Career 13:12 Preparing for Parenthood 15:19 Investment Strategies and Options 22:03 Building After-Tax Dollar Buckets 22:25 Understanding Roth IRAs 23:03 Concerns About Government Control 23:44 Importance of Diversifying Investments 24:27 Working with Financial Advisors 25:29 Addressing Money Shame 27:43 Financial Planning for Couples 29:57 Choosing the Right Financial Advisor 31:07 Managing 401k Investments 34:19 How Financial Advisors Get Paid 37:42 Financial Nesting for New Parents  

We speak to Nick Allardice, President & CEO of GiveDirectly. Afterwards Steven and Eneasz get wrapped up talking about community altruism for a bit. LINKS Give Directly GiveDirectly Tech Innovation Fact Sheet 00:00:05 – Give Directly with Nick Allardice 01:12:19 … Continue reading →

Dave Kasten joins us to discuss how AI is being discussed in the US government and gives a rather inspiring and hopeful take. LINKS Narrow Path Center for AI Policy Dave Kasten's Essay on the Essay Meta on his Substack … Continue reading →

The White House wants to hear from you regarding what it should do about AI safety. Now's your chance to spend a few minutes to make someone read your thoughts on the subject! Submissions are due by midnight EST on … Continue reading →

John Bennett discusses Milton Friedman‘s model of policy change. LINKS The Milton Friedman Model of Policy Change John Bennett's LinkedIn Friedman's “Capitalism and Freedom” Preface Ross Rheingans-Yoo on Thalidomide at Complex Systems, and at his blog “Every Bay Area Walled … Continue reading →

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Gene Smith on polygenic screening; gene editing to give our children the happiest, healthiest, best lives they can live; and if we can do this in adults as well. Plus how this will interface with the AI future.   LINKS … Continue reading →

Eneasz tells Jen about Sympathetic Opposition's How and Why to be Ladylike (For Women with Autism), and the podcast takes a 1-episode break

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Jacob Falkovich on finding a good match and selfless dating LINKS SecondPerson.Dating – why dating sucks and how you will unsuck it Jacob's post on soccer player skill distribution Go Fuck Someone Selfless Dating Consensual Hostility (re consent culture) steelmanning … Continue reading →

How shitcoins work, plus the Dumb Money movie about the GameStop squeeze.

Why you definitely should kill your friend's cat if you promised to kill your friend's cat. (+Q&A) This is a lightning talk given at the Rationalist MegaMeetup 2024. Based on this Twitter Poll

Eric discusses integrating our emotions via observation and adjustment. His free course is at EnjoyExisting.org or email him – eric@ericlanigan.com LINKS EnjoyExisting.org Ugh Fields You Have Two Brains – Eneasz spends more words on this emotion-brain speculation at this blog … Continue reading →

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Oliver tells us how Less Wrong instantiated itself into physical reality, along with a bit of deep lore of foundational Rationalist/EA orgs. Donate to LightCone (caretakers of both LessWrong and LightHaven) here!  LINKS LessWrong LightHaven Oliver's very in-depth post on … Continue reading →

We talk to Zoe Isabel Senon about longevity, recent advances, longevity popup cities & group houses, and more (not necessarily in that order). Spoiler: Eneasz is gonna die. 🙁 Also we learn about Network States! LINKS Vitalist Bay Aevitas House … Continue reading →

We discuss Adam Mastroianni's “The Illusion of Moral Decline” LINKS The Illusion of Moral Decline Touchat Wearable Blanket Hoodie Lighthaven – Eternal September Our episode with Adam on The Rise and Fall of Peer Review The Mind Killer Scott Aaronson … Continue reading →

Stephen Wolfram answers questions from his viewers about business, innovation, and managing life as part of an unscripted livestream series, also available on YouTube here: https://wolfr.am/youtube-sw-business-qa Questions include: How long should someone expect to wait before a new business becomes profitable? - In your personal/professional journey, what are the important things that you learned the hard way? - ​​Can you elaborate on some of the unique talents within your team? Perhaps extremely smart or methodical/disciplined people? - Can you tell us about any exciting projects you're working on right now? - What do you think about self-driving? Do you think Tesla's approach without LIDAR has legs or do you think the Google Waymo hardware-intense approach is more promising? - Any tips for building a strong customer base from scratch? - What's the best way to figure out pricing for a new product or service? - With your work on Wolfram|Alpha and other projects, you've brought complex computational abilities to the general public in accessible ways. What were some of the challenges in making such powerful tools user friendly, and how do you think accessibility to high-level technology will shape industries in the future? - If the CEO himself heavily uses the product, you know it's something special. - Stephen, how do you personally define innovation? What makes something truly innovative instead of just a small improvement? - How important are critiques? Which do you find more valuable: positive or negative feedback? - I like real feedback. Pick it apart—that helps in fixing problems/strengthen whatever it is. - I've been rewatching the first hour of your interview with Yudkowsky since yesterday... do you enjoy those types of interactions often? - How do you balance maintaining the integrity of your original idea while incorporating customer feedback, which is often influenced by their familiarity with previous, incomparable solutions? - Do you have a favorite interview/podcast/speech that you've done? Or one that you were most proud of? - Are you aware that with the weekly livestreams, you basically invented THE PERFECT brain workout? - Is there a topic or question you wish more podcast hosts would ask you about that they often overlook? - What is something surprising people may not know about your "day job"? - You have frequently written about your vast digital archive. What tool do you use for indexing and searching? What other tools have you used or considered in the past and what is your opinion about them? With the improving LLMs and RAG, how do you think searching and indexing will change?

Enjoy the public conversations we had the pleasure of having at our live show at Lighthaven in Berkeley. Special thanks to Andrew, Matt, J, Ben and Garrett! Due to the nature of this recording, it's naturally a bit less refined … Continue reading →

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