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Becoming a goat to avoid existential dread (with Thomas Thwaites)

Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg

CHAPTER

Transforming into Simplicity: A Journey through AI and Self-Discovery

In this chapter, the speaker grapples with the tension between techno-optimism and skepticism about scientific advancements, particularly in artificial intelligence. They embark on a unique introspective journey that leads them to explore the possibility of becoming a goat and later an elephant, reflecting on the simplicity of animal existence compared to human complexities. Through engaging with experts and personal experiences, the speaker confronts deep existential questions and the emotional richness of animal lives, ultimately re-evaluating their transformative aspirations.

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