The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg cover image

The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg

The Golem of Silicon Valley

Feb 26, 2025
Michael Rosen, a fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and author, dives into the fascinating intersection of ancient Jewish wisdom and modern AI. He draws parallels between the golem myth and our current technological climate, discussing responsibilities and ethical implications. The conversation navigates various perspectives on AI, from hopeful creations to existential threats. Rosen emphasizes the necessity for ethical frameworks while addressing concerns over bias and societal impacts, urging listeners to reflect on innovation's moral pathways.
01:26:37

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

  • The discourse surrounding AI reveals a spectrum of perspectives, from fear of job loss to optimism about its transformative potential.
  • Historical Jewish narratives, like the golem and dybbuk, provide ethical frameworks for responsibly navigating AI's development and implications.

Deep dives

The Debate Surrounding AI

The discourse on artificial intelligence (AI) is fragmented, with differing perspectives clashing over its implications and future. After the launch of ChatGPT in late 2022, the conversation intensified, exposing a rift between those who view AI as a revolutionary advancement and those who fear its consequences. Four distinct schools of thought have emerged, categorizing viewpoints along axes of autonomy versus control and positive versus negative societal impacts. These classifications help outline the varying beliefs about AI's potential and the emotions it evokes, from hope to apprehension.

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode