

Book Review: On the Edge: The Future
Sep 27, 2024
Explore the fascinating themes of rationalism and effective altruism as they tackle global challenges. Discover how personal journeys to analytical thinking can transform decisions in everyday life. Delve into the ethical dilemmas of AI advancements and the controversial politics surrounding its governance. Navigate the risks of AI misalignment and ponder humanity's future in a hyper-commodified world. Finally, reflect on the paradoxes of utopia amidst an uncertain technological landscape.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Embracing Rationalism: A Journey from Intuition to Analysis
02:20 • 2min
Navigating Partisanship and Ethical Choices
04:17 • 5min
Effective Altruism and Rational Decision-Making
09:09 • 14min
Tensions in Effective Altruism and AI Governance
23:00 • 16min
Understanding P-Doom: The Risks of AI Misalignment
38:57 • 20min
The AI Dilemma: Progress vs. Ethics
59:22 • 17min
The Poker Paradigm: Learning in AI and Strategy
01:16:05 • 9min
Navigating Hyper-commodified Futures
01:24:47 • 3min
The Paradox of Utopia: Illusions of the Kesh
01:27:25 • 3min