

Ben Goertzel
CEO of SingularityNet and a legendary AI leader. He coined the term AGI and advocates for decentralized control of artificial general intelligence.
Top 10 podcasts with Ben Goertzel
Ranked by the Snipd community

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Apr 17, 2023 • 60min
Are Large Language Models a Path to AGI? with Ben Goertzel - #625
Ben Goertzel, CEO of SingularityNET and a pioneer in AGI research, dives into the future of artificial general intelligence. He discusses the limitations of current Large Language Models and advocates for a decentralized approach to AGI akin to the internet's rollout. Conversations touch on integrating neural networks with symbolic logic for more effective AI systems, and the creative potential of LLMs in music generation. Ben also shares insights from his work with the OpenCog framework and the ethical implications of emerging AGI technologies.

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Jun 22, 2020 • 4h 9min
#103 – Ben Goertzel: Artificial General Intelligence
Ben Goertzel, Founder of SingularityNET and a pioneer in Artificial General Intelligence, dives deep into the future of AI. He discusses his literary inspirations, including the impact of sci-fi on his journey. Goertzel explores the potential of intelligence beyond human understanding, the philosophical influences of Dostoevsky and Nietzsche, and the ethical dilemmas of AGI. He shares insights on projects like OpenCog and the Sophia robot, and the vision behind decentralized AI systems. The conversation also touches on humanity's journey to Mars and the quest for immortality through technology.

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Mar 20, 2024 • 1h 19min
Ep. 256 - Artificial General Intelligence Be and Humanity w/Dr. Ben Goertzel
Dr. Ben Goertzel discusses Artificial General Intelligence, exploring imagination in AI, cultural perspectives on AI, the AI arms race between centralized and decentralized approaches, wisdom in AGI development, collaborative cognitive synergy, and the potential for AGI to experience psychedelic states and possess psychic abilities.

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Apr 4, 2023 • 1h 21min
Ben Goertzel: AGI is 5 Years Away!
Ben Goertzel, a computer scientist and the mastermind behind SingularityNET, shares his insights on Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). He discusses the potential for AGI to emerge within five years and its transformative impact on society. Goertzel explores the complexities of human thought and creativity, the importance of hardware advancements, and innovative approaches to achieving AGI. He also tackles ethical considerations surrounding AI, emphasizing our responsibility as we approach superhuman intelligence.

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Aug 11, 2021 • 2h 28min
#58 Dr. Ben Goertzel - Artificial General Intelligence
Ben Goertzel, a leading AI researcher and CEO of SingularityNET, dives into the ambitious quest for Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). He critiques current deep learning approaches, advocating for architectures inspired by human cognition rather than mere brain modeling. Discussing the potential of SingularityNET, Goertzel highlights the synergy of cognitive methods and knowledge representation. He also explores the importance of integrating neuroscience insights to enhance AI development, raising thought-provoking questions about creativity, consciousness, and the future of intelligence.

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Jul 10, 2025 • 40min
Ep 564: Dr. Ben Goertzel: The Road to Creating Benevolent Decentralized AGI
Dr. Ben Goertzel, CEO of SingularityNet and a pioneering voice in AI, discusses the urgent need for decentralized control of artificial general intelligence (AGI). He warns that allowing Big Tech and military control over AGI could destabilize the world. The conversation dives into the ethical implications of AGI, the potential for societal inequality, and the importance of inclusive participation in its development. Listeners learn how their actions today can steer AI toward a beneficial future, rather than a chaotic one.

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Oct 1, 2024 • 1h 37min
Ben Goertzel on "Superintelligence"
In this engaging discussion, Ben Goertzel, a pioneer in artificial general intelligence and founder of SingularityNET, shares his bold predictions for human-level AGI by 2029. He explores the limitations of current language models and the need for neuro-symbolic approaches in AI research. Goertzel delves into the complexities of regulating superintelligent AI and addresses the ethical considerations surrounding AGI. He also examines contrasting cultural perspectives on transhumanism and ponders the societal implications of transitioning to a post-scarcity world.

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Oct 17, 2023 • 2h 4min
Joscha Bach Λ Ben Goertzel: Conscious Ai, LLMs, AGI
Joscha Bach, an expert in consciousness and AI, teams up with Ben Goertzel, a pioneer in artificial general intelligence, to explore the depths of AI and consciousness. They discuss the challenges and limitations of large language models and the paradox of consciousness during anesthesia. Their conversation delves into philosophical implications of AGI, hybrid architectures for enhanced AI creativity, and the potential societal impacts of superintelligent AI, raising thought-provoking questions about our future with technology and the nature of awareness.

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Oct 1, 2024 • 1h 36min
EP 260 Ben Goertzel and Trent McConaghy on a Crypto Merger for AGI/ASI
In a thought-provoking discussion, Ben Goertzel, a pioneer in artificial general intelligence and founder of SingularityNET, teams up with Trent McConaghy, co-founder of Ocean Protocol, to explore a groundbreaking merger of their crypto projects. They delve into the unique aspects of their collaboration aimed at creating a decentralized AI ecosystem, the intricacies of changing ticker symbols, and the clear distinctions between AGI and ASI. Predictions on AGI's arrival within the next few years are shared, along with insights on the transformative power of these technologies.

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May 23, 2025 • 1h 33min
Facing Superintelligence (with Ben Goertzel)
Ben Goertzel, CEO of SingularityNet and a pioneering AI researcher since the 1970s, shares insights on the unique characteristics of today's AI boom. They discuss the importance of revisiting overlooked AI research and debate whether the first AGI will be simple or complex. Goertzel explores the challenging feasibility of aligning AGI with human values and the economic implications of this technology. He also identifies potential bottlenecks to achieving superintelligence and advocates for proactive measures humanity should take moving forward.