The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

308. AI: The Beast or Jerusalem? | Jonathan Pageau & Jim Keller

115 snips
Nov 24, 2022
In this engaging dialogue, liturgical artist Jonathan Pageau and microprocessor engineer Jim Keller discuss the intricate relationship between artificial intelligence and human storytelling. They explore AI's capacity to mirror human cognition and its potential benefits and risks. The guests emphasize the need for ethical decision-making in technology, showcasing contrasting biblical visions of our future with AI. They urge a thoughtful navigation of progress while highlighting the importance of meaningful connections amidst the paradox of abundance in modern society.
Ask episode
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
INSIGHT

Language Models' Understanding

  • Language models translate words and ideas into a computational space.
  • In this space, the ideas, programs, and operations become intertwined.
INSIGHT

AI's Dependence on Humans

  • Jonathan Pageau questions AI's independent existence and capacity for care.
  • He highlights its reliance on human input and values.
INSIGHT

Motivation in Understanding Stories

  • Jordan Peterson connects story understanding with neuroscience.
  • He emphasizes the role of motivation and desire beyond mere prediction.
Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode
Get the app