The Answer Is Transaction Costs Effective Altruism and the Transaction Costs of Maximizing Expected Value
Sep 26, 2023
Exploring the intersections of Effective Altruism with utilitarianism and transaction costs, balancing big ideas and practical implementation, Adam Smith's theory of moral sentiments, the impact of EA in reducing transaction costs, efficient charity options, and a teaser for the next episode on transaction costs in cryptocurrency and the blockchain.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
The Relationship Between Effective Altruism and Utilitarianism
05:15 • 8min
The Challenges of Balancing Big Ideas and Practical Implementation
13:24 • 17min
Adam Smith's Theory of Moral Sentiments
30:25 • 5min
The Value Proposition of Effective Altruism
34:59 • 7min
Effective Altruism Joke and Expensive Buffets
42:11 • 3min