391: AI is Flipping Our Relationship with Technology
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May 23, 2025
The discussion kicks off with the evolution of technology and the concept of a 'second brain,' prompting questions about our dependence on large AI systems. It explores how tools enhance human cognition—from primitive hammers to advanced AI. The podcast also delves into AI-assisted coding, highlighting its journey from misunderstanding to mastery. Lastly, it examines humanity's role alongside AI in software development, raising philosophical queries about creativity and our relationship with technology.
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AI as a Better First Brain
Large language models with long-term memory are evolving from being second brains to becoming better first brains.
They can know a person better than they know themselves by combining personal data with internet knowledge.
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Technology Extends Human Brain
Technology extends human bodies including the brain, like phones becoming outsourced brains.
Second brains attempt to externalize knowledge making it more linkable and searchable than traditional books.
question_answer ANECDOTE
Managing AI Developers with Specifications
Arvid used AI like Juni to rewrite a complex code function, specifying the task and reviewing the output.
This transformed his role into managing AI developers who execute code according to his specs.
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Second brains were all the rage a year ago. Now, it feels like we're not just externalizing our thoughts; we're training a much bigger, much less personal brain. A first brain. THE brain. Is this a good thing? Are we truly the beneficiaries here?
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