THE INTELLECTUAL DARK WEB PODCAST (HOBBES + LOCKE + ROUSSEAU + US CONSTITUTION in ONE SINGLE BOOK) Peter Thiel - Interview Zero To One
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Feb 4, 2023 AI Snips
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Two Types of Progress
- Peter Thiel discusses two types of progress: horizontal/extensive (copying things that work) and vertical/intensive (doing new things).
- He argues that vertical progress, exemplified by technological innovation, is crucial for advanced nations like the US, while horizontal progress (globalization) benefits developing nations.
Technological Stagnation
- Peter Thiel claims that since 1970, progress has been limited outside of computer science.
- He cites examples like stagnant life expectancy and lack of advancement in transportation and housing as evidence.
Big Science vs. Focused Science
- Peter Thiel discusses the Manhattan Project and the Apollo Project as instances of successful, focused scientific endeavors.
- He contrasts these with the current state of science, which he views as bureaucratic and risk-averse.