Rationally Speaking #161 - Tom Griffiths and Brian Christian on "Algorithms to Live By"

Tom Griffiths and Brian Christian, co-authors of 'Algorithms to Live By', explore how computer algorithms can solve everyday problems like choosing the right apartment or managing career choices. They discuss the 37 percent rule for effective decision-making and balance the efficiency of algorithms with human intuition. The duo highlights prioritization strategies to tackle procrastination and shares insights on optimizing life’s many choices, emphasizing the importance of understanding context and the emotional aspects of decision-making.