Minds Almost Meeting Theoretical vs. Practical Reason (Agnes Callard & Robin Hanson, with Laura Deming)
Nov 16, 2023
Philosopher Agnes Callard and economist Robin Hanson discuss the distinction between practical and theoretical reasoning, the authority of academics, evaluating actions for the benefit of the world, prioritizing underworked problems, motives and constraints in pursuing selfless goals, the importance of understanding machine intentions, and the value of knowledge and making life choices.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Distinction Between Practical and Theoretical Reasoning
02:15 • 8min
The Distinction Between Academic and Non-Academic Analysis
10:40 • 27min
Exploring the reasons behind evaluations on how actions can help the world
37:22 • 2min
Prioritizing underworked problems and the anti-conformist aspect of longevity research
39:09 • 6min
Motives and Constraints
45:19 • 14min
The Importance of Caring About Machine Intentions and Functioning
59:03 • 2min
The Value of Knowledge and Making Life Choices
01:00:56 • 5min