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S1 E8: Power Dynamics, Elitism, and Innovations with Daron Acemoglu from MIT
The Innovation and Diffusion Podcast
Exploring the Influence of Personal Experiences and Technological Advancements on Economics
The chapter discusses the guest's upbringing in Turkey during a time of political turmoil, which sparked their interest in economics. It explores the evolution of their views on technology, leading to the writing of a book on automation and income distribution. The conversation delves into the impact of automation on income inequality, critiques alarmism surrounding AI, and emphasizes the importance of societal and political interventions for fair distribution of benefits.
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