Thinking Machines: AI & Philosophy Does Philosophy Make Progress? Chatting with Every's Dan Shipper
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Jan 23, 2025 
Dan Shipper, founder and CEO of Every Media, delves into the intersection of technology and philosophy. He explores what constitutes the 'good life' and how philosophical thought evolves, highlighting the connection between AI advancements and ethical considerations. The conversation navigates the complexities of contradictions in human thought, the implications of AI on future generations, and the balance between automation and genuine human engagement. Shipper emphasizes the importance of philosophical inquiry in adapting to the rapid changes in our world.
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Dan's Coding Origin Story
- Dan Shipper started coding in fifth grade inspired by a Bill Gates biography and wanted to create a Microsoft competitor.
- He learned BASIC programming from a book his dad bought and fell in love with building software early on.
Philosophy Progress Is Cyclical
- Philosophy does make progress through debates and paradigm shifts though not always linearly.
- Progress often resembles a cyclical pattern of argument, critique, and new ideas over long periods.
AI Mirrors Human Intuition
- Neural networks in AI reflect the fuzzy, contradictory nature of human intuition better than symbolic AI.
- Contradictions exist conceptually but not at the sub-symbolic, behavioral level, mirroring human decision-making.