#191 – Daniel Schmachtenberger: Steering Civilization Away from Self-Destruction
Lex Fridman Podcast
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Humanity Through Alien Eyes
This chapter examines how an advanced alien civilization might perceive humanity's history, characterized by cycles of progress and destruction. The speakers discuss significant historical events, such as the burning of the Library of Alexandria, and predict dire consequences if humanity fails to improve its social technologies. They also explore the implications of UFO sightings, government secrecy about potential alien technologies, and the revolutionary potential of gravitational waves for communication and space travel.
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