In this engaging discussion, neuroscientist Nicholas Wright, who has advised the Pentagon, explores how our brains influence both warfare and peacemaking. He argues that the same neurological mechanisms that guide our survival strategies also shape our decisions in conflict. Geeta Monaktala, Editorial Director at MIT Press, shares insights from The New Fire, illustrating AI's dual potential for innovation and destruction. Together, they delve into the interplay of human cognition, AI ethics, and the challenges democracies face in the modern world.
