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#134 Classic episode – Ian Morris on what big-picture history teaches us

80,000 Hours Podcast

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East vs. West: A Future Prediction

This chapter examines the historical trends of Eastern and Western civilizations, predicting a future where the East may surpass the West by 2103. The discussion navigates through technological advancements and their potential impact on humanity, emphasizing the importance of historical context in evaluating such transformative predictions.

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