Advocacy and the Complexity of Communication

The podcast episode delves into the differences between communicating scientific or technical ideas and engaging in advocacy. It is emphasized that advocacy requires a different style of communication due to the limited bandwidth and the need to convey broad policy aims. The challenges of effectively communicating nuanced messages in advocacy are also discussed, as well as the potential misinterpretation of slogans. However, despite the difficulties, advocacy is seen as a powerful tool to raise awareness and shift the burden of proof regarding AI safety. It is acknowledged that while precise details may be ambiguous, advocating for a pause on AI development and deployment can effectively convey the importance of ensuring safety.