Astral Codex Ten Podcast

Links For November 2024

Nov 17, 2024
The discussion kicks off with fascinating burial customs, like issuing passports for the deceased in China, and advances in schizophrenia meds. It transitions to the philosophical influence of John Rawls on Marxist thought while tackling current AI dilemmas and geopolitical tensions. Themes of privilege are explored through Joseph Smith's prophecies and the isolation of Putin's children. The conversation also highlights the impact of experienced teachers on student performance and contrasts various personality tests, all while examining cultural dynamics and inequalities.
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