

#50: Homo Deus by Yuval Noah Harari
24 snips Sep 14, 2018
Yuval Noah Harari, author of "Homo Deus", joins the hosts to discuss his book. They cover topics such as the impact of algorithms on decision-making, the concept of organisms as algorithms, ancient religious beliefs, influential inventions, the role of holy scriptures in hindering scientific progress, and the drawbacks of deep specialization in the age of AI. They also explore the connection between humanism and Christianity, the difference between a living body and a corpse, and consciousness.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Background and Habits of Yuval Noah Harari
02:09 • 13min
Predictions and Provocations
14:40 • 22min
Organisms as Algorithms
36:12 • 16min
Rewards and Punishments in Ancient Religions
52:02 • 10min
Influential Discoveries and Inventions of the 20th Century
01:01:55 • 2min
Exploring Old Testament Views on Homosexuality
01:03:46 • 3min
The Role of Holy Scriptures in the Scientific Revolution
01:06:20 • 2min
The Dangers of Focusing on a Niche in the Age of AI
01:08:02 • 2min
The Connection Between Humanism and Christianity
01:09:53 • 29min
Exploring the Difference Between a Living Body and a Corpse
01:38:56 • 19min