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#191 – Daniel Schmachtenberger: Steering Civilization Away from Self-Destruction
Lex Fridman Podcast
Navigating Self-Termination: Lessons from History
This chapter explores the idea of self-terminating systems, using historical examples of collapsed empires to illustrate the risks of resource overconsumption. It emphasizes the need for innovation and responsible design to avoid repeating past mistakes while fostering sustainable societal structures. The discussion also considers the balance between technological optimism and pessimism in addressing modern existential threats.
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