Wild with Sarah Wilson LIV BOEREE: Explaining Moloch, the mysterious game theory force breaking the world (plus a fix!)
Mar 26, 2024
Liv Boeree, a world poker champion and astrophysicist, explores the concept of 'Moloch'—a game theory force driving society into harmful competition. She discusses how this phenomenon manifests in climate challenges, AI risks, and social media conflicts. Liv highlights the detrimental impact of beauty filters and the nuclear arms race, arguing for a shift towards win-win solutions. Her insights encourage collaboration over competition, advocating for a balanced approach to foster positive societal outcomes and mitigate the destructive tendencies we face.
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Intro
00:00 • 6min
From Game Show Contestant to Poker Professional
05:47 • 2min
The Dark Side of Competition: Understanding Moloch
07:21 • 10min
The Dynamics of Media Incentives and Polarization
17:21 • 3min
The Reckless Race: Media and AI Competition
20:43 • 6min
Navigating Moloch: Competition vs. Collaboration
26:53 • 12min
Navigating Game Theory and Societal Dynamics
38:40 • 19min
