Bad Decisions Podcast

#64 Ex-Google Exec Reveals The Shocking Truth About AI with Mo Gawdat

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Feb 13, 2025
Mo Gawdat, former Chief Business Officer at Google X and AI expert, explores the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence and its profound impact on society. He discusses how AI is not only changing industries but also reshaping human connection. Gawdat reveals the dangers of AI bias and manipulation, emphasizing the importance of critical thinking as technology advances. He highlights the necessity of understanding our future with AI, warning about who really controls this powerful tool and challenging us to redefine our humanity in a tech-driven world.
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ANECDOTE

Delayed "Aha" Moment

  • Mo Gawdat's first AI "aha" moment wasn't the Google cat paper, despite its significance.
  • He was initially unimpressed, having dreamt of AI his whole life but not seeing its potential.
ANECDOTE

AI Mastering Breakout

  • Mo Gawdat recounts DeepMind's founder, Demis Hassabis, describing how AI learned to play Breakout.
  • The AI, given only the controller and the goal of maximizing the score, quickly mastered the game.
INSIGHT

Robotic Grippers' Revelation

  • Mo Gawdat's true "aha" moment came when robotic grippers learned to grip objects.
  • AI's learning speed and scale surpass human capabilities, as every AI learns from a single AI's mistake.
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