John S. Wentworth
Independent writer and analyst who produced the researched overview on where nonfinancial capital is concentrated; author of the LessWrong post summarized in this episode and narrator of the walkthrough of balance-sheet findings.
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Nov 12, 2025 • 12min
“Human Values ≠ Goodness” by johnswentworth
In this engaging discussion, John S. Wentworth, a writer and LessWrong contributor renowned for his insights on rationality and AI, delves into the complex relationship between human values and societal concepts of goodness. He emphasizes how our feelings of 'yumminess' when imagining experiences truly reveal our values. Wentworth explores how cultural influences shape our understanding of goodness and highlights the importance of loving connections. He cautions against accepting societal norms blindly, urging listeners to balance them with their authentic values for greater wellbeing.
Nov 14, 2025 • 4min
″(Fantasy) -> (Planning): A Core Mental Move For Agentic Humans?” by johnswentworth
John S. Wentworth, a longtime contributor on rationality and agentic decision-making, explores the intriguing mental move from fantasy to practical planning. He reminisces about his childhood dreams of building an underwater Atlantis and creating a Quidditch field with magnetic levitation. Wentworth emphasizes how transforming fantasies into tangible projects fuels learning and agency. He contrasts this approach with typical decision-making, arguing that having a guiding vision is essential for fulfilling our imaginative aspirations.
