Behavioral Grooves Podcast

Unmasking AI | Ben Manning

Jul 15, 2024

44:00

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Ben Manning, a PhD candidate at MIT, discusses the complexities of AI, machine learning, and large language models. They explore the potential of AI in fields like behavioral science, healthcare, and finance. The hosts reflect on embracing AI for its benefits and discuss ways to understand and utilize this technology in our daily lives.

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Quick takeaways

AI encompasses various technologies including large language models like ChatGPT, stemming from machine learning.

Using AI in behavioral science can revolutionize research by enabling large-scale experimentation and customized interventions.

Deep dives

Understanding AI and Machine Learning

Machine learning is at the core of artificial intelligence (AI) and large language models (LLMs). LLMs, such as chat GPT, are generative AI tools that stem from machine learning. While AI encompasses various technologies, the focus lies on machine learning for creating these advanced models.

Intro

2min

Exploring Machine Learning, AI, and Behavioral Science

2min

Discussing AI, Machine Learning, and Newsletter Promotion

6min

AI and Behavioral Science

12min

Exploring Experiments, AI, and Behavioral Science

21min

Exploration of AI potential and Newsletter Update

2min

Is AI about to take over the world, or is it simply…misunderstood?

Tim takes on a solo-sode with guest Ben Manning, a PhD candidate at MIT who is currently writing a thesis on the fascinating world of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. They explore the intricacies of AI, defining key terms, and discussing the hierarchy within AI, machine learning, and large language models. From spell check to ChatGPT, the world of AI is diverse and ever-expanding, and Ben explains the potential of AI to assist fields like behavioral science and beyond.

From healthcare to finance, AI has the potential to benefit various fields, but it’s not without it’s limitations. There’s a certain way we can all embrace this technology and understand where and how is the best place to use it.

Kurt jumps back into the game in this week’s grooving session, where he and Tim reflect on the conversation, highlighting key takeaways and discussing their own perspectives on AI. They emphasize the importance of embracing AI for its potential, and not being scared of the “unknown” it presents.

All hail our robot overlords!

Kidding, but tune in this week for a great conversation on a modern invention, and how it applies to our everyday lives.

Topics

[0:00] Quick announcements for Behavioral Grooves!

[6:35] Intro and speed round

[10:27] AI, psychology, and behavioral science

[16:46] Using machine learning in psychology experiments

[21:34] Using AI to study behavior: Benefits and limitations

[28:33] AI in machine learning and desert island music

[30:57] Grooving session: The future of AI - we're nervous but excited

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