People vs Algorithms Getting Mad At Toasters
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Aug 22, 2025 
Pablos Holman, a renowned technologist and hacker known for his groundbreaking work in clean energy and space tech, shares compelling insights. He argues that AI tools are overhyped, showcasing their limitations in judgment. Holman sketches innovative ideas like self-sailing cargo ships and small nuclear reactors, emphasizing their potential to reshape clean energy. The conversation also explores the evolution of media, highlighting how new storytelling formats can blend lifestyle and sharp political critiques for greater impact.
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LLMs Are Averaging Engines
- LLMs are
Probability, Not Wisdom
- They know the most likely next word, not the best judgment.
AI Models That Fought Ebola
- Holman described building disease spread models used by countries to plan interventions.