
Samuel Hammond
Chief economist for the Foundation for American Innovation (FAI), a tech policy think tank bridging Silicon Valley and DC culture.
Top 5 podcasts with Samuel Hammond
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Apr 8, 2025 • 3h 10min
Meta AI Deep Dive, Jeff Huber, Sheel Mohnot, Leif Abraham, Samuel Hammond, Víctor Perez, Jai Malik, Pratap Ranade
Join Jeff Huber, co-founder of Chroma, and Jai Malik, CEO of AMCA, as they dive into Meta's groundbreaking Llama 4 and its implications for open-source AI. Samuel Hammond shares vital insights on tech policy, while Sheel Mohnot discusses fintech market dynamics. Leif Abraham analyzes investor behavior amid turbulence, and Víctor Perez reveals how AI is revolutionizing creativity. The conversation flows through navigating economic challenges, the role of automation in manufacturing, and the interplay of innovation in finance and technology.

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Aug 18, 2023 • 60min
E21: Sam Hammond on AI, e/acc, and Institutional Disruption
Samuel Hammond, senior economist, discusses AI, mental models, polarization, and political influence. Topics include AI safety concerns, Mormonism's lessons for AI risks, and the impact of AI on society. They also explore blind spots in libertarianism, government dysfunction, and the challenges of adapting to technological revolutions.

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Dec 30, 2023 • 2h 23min
AGI and Institutional Disruption: Sam Hammond in Conversation with FLI’s Gus Docker
Samuel Hammond, a senior economist at the Foundation for American Innovation, discusses the transformative potential of AGI on economies and institutions. He explores the likely paths to AGI and the critical differences between viewing AI in isolation versus as part of a dynamic system. Hammond also advocates for a robust megaproject for AI safety, drawing parallels with historical projects. Additionally, he highlights the implications of AI on governance, market dynamics, and societal structures, urging for a reassessment of existing frameworks in light of rapid technological advancement.

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Oct 20, 2023 • 2h 15min
Samuel Hammond on AGI and Institutional Disruption
Samuel Hammond, an expert in AGI, discusses how it will transform economies, governments, and institutions. Topics include AI's impact on the economy, transaction costs, and state power. They explore the timeline of a techno-feudalist future and alignment difficulty in AI scale.

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Nov 1, 2024 • 2h 20min
The Case for Trump and the Future of AI – Part 1, with Samuel Hammond, Senior Economist, Foundation of American Innovation
Samuel Hammond, a senior economist at the Foundation for American Innovation and an expert on AI policy, offers intriguing insights into the intersection of politics and technology. He discusses the potential of a Trump presidency to reshape AI development, emphasizing the need for a collaborative approach amidst U.S.-China tensions. Hammond critiques current leadership for failing to prioritize innovation. The conversation delves into the ideological divides affecting AI policy and the necessity for a revitalized social contract in the AI era.