Human Work in the Age of Artificial Intelligence | Jay Richards | Ep. 49

Jay Richards, a senior research fellow at The Heritage Foundation, challenges misconceptions about job loss due to robots and AI. He discusses the fallacy of fixed work amounts, the complexities of automation, and the potential of universal basic income to address job displacement. Richards critiques cash payments, advocates for fostering work motivation through disruption, and explores the impact of Moore's Law on technological progress. He emphasizes the evolution of the information economy, the value of human skills in the age of AI, and the importance of embracing a diverse skill set for future career success.