The Jordan Harbinger Show 1015: Jamie Metzl | AI Solutions for Hunger, Health, & Habitat Part Two
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Jul 11, 2024 
Jamie Metzl, author of "Superconvergence," delves into AI's groundbreaking influence on genetics, medicine, and sustainability. He discusses the promise of cell-cultivated meat to tackle climate challenges while raising ethical concerns about genetic engineering. Metzl highlights the importance of comprehensively understanding COVID-19's origins, urging scientists to follow the evidence. He emphasizes the need for clear communication about emerging technologies, encouraging everyone to engage with these vital issues that shape our future.
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A New Ear and Lab-Grown Meat
- Jamie Metzl discusses the growth of a new ear for a woman using regenerative medicine.
- This pivots into a discussion about lab-grown meat and its potential to revolutionize food production and reduce environmental impact.
Rewilding and Resource Availability
- Rewilding large areas of land could address environmental degradation and climate change.
- Protecting 30% of Earth's surface from commercial activity could increase resource availability in remaining areas.
Sustainable Materials and Spider Silk
- We must consider new, sustainable methods for sourcing raw materials.
- Spider silk, stronger than Kevlar and stretchier than elastics, can be produced by genetically modified organisms like bacteria and silkworms.
