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Think Again - a Big Think Podcast
140. Martin Amis (writer) – The Spooky Art
Mar 24, 2018
Martin Amis discusses writing, language stretching, love in old age, morality in novels, and the implications of AI with a focus on its potential negative consequences and the dangers of infinite improvability.
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- Humor is an essential aspect of high intellectual discourse and can be a powerful tool in opposing superficial culture and politics.
- Approaching artificial intelligence with caution is crucial, as it carries potential risks and negative consequences that should not be underestimated.
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Comedians as Intellectuals and the Importance of Humor
A.O. Scott discusses the value of intellect and thought in American political discourse. He highlights how comedians, such as John Stewart, Larry Wilmore, and Amy Schumer, champion the importance of thinking critically and not accepting things blindly. Scott believes that humor is a key aspect of high intellectual discourse and that it's crucial to recognize and encourage opposition to superficial and thoughtless culture and politics.
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