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#213 – Will MacAskill on AI causing a “century in a decade” – and how we're completely unprepared

80,000 Hours Podcast

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Challenges of Public Discourse and Importance of Niche Expertise

This chapter explores the complexities of public engagement on significant issues, stressing the balance between depth of thought and media simplicity. It underscores the necessity for knowledgeable experts to handle difficult topics, showing that even less popular issues can make a meaningful impact when addressed properly.

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