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How Existential Risks Work

Stuff You Should Know

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Navigating Existential Risks with Humor

This chapter introduces the concept of existential risks through a light-hearted discussion, blending comedic exchanges with serious reflections. The speakers explore significant threats to humanity’s future, referencing Dr. Toby Ord's book 'The Precipice' and highlighting the unique nature of these risks. Through vivid analogies and philosophical discourse, they examine the implications of these risks and the ethics of caring for future generations beyond one's immediate connections.

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