Simon Johnson

Ajay Khotra, an AI risk expert at Open Philanthropy, and Simon Johnson, an MIT economics professor, delve into the societal fears surrounding artificial intelligence. They explore how historical anxieties about technology mirror current sentiments towards AI, discussing its potential to disrupt jobs and transform the economy. The duo emphasizes the need for responsible technology management, addressing the alignment challenge of AI with human intent, and advocating for inclusive decision-making to navigate the complex landscape of technological evolution.

Simon Johnson, MIT economist and co-author of 'Power and Progress', discusses creating conditions for technological change to benefit many people. Explores impact of Industrial Revolution, compares it to AI revolution, and addresses challenges faced by tech founders. Examines link between technological progress and broadly shared prosperity, and discusses issues of inequality and automation.

Simon Johnson, a British-American economist and MIT professor, dives into economic development and banking complexities. He discusses his co-authored book with Daron Acemoglu, arguing that prosperity requires intentional effort to steer technology's benefits away from elites. Topics include the risk of 'too big to fail' banks, the implications of AI on wages, and the historical misinterpretation of the Middle Ages. Johnson critiques UK trade dynamics and emphasizes the need for institutional reforms to help regions like northern England thrive.

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Daron Acemoglu and Simon Johnson, both esteemed economists and co-authors of "Power and Progress," recently won the 2024 Nobel Prize for Economics. They discuss the complex relationship between technology and socio-economic progress, emphasizing the need for intentional policies to ensure fair worker benefits amidst automation. Their insights challenge techno-optimism and call for a shift in how we view labor dynamics in a rapidly changing landscape. They also reflect on history's lessons in balancing regulation with innovation for societal advancement.

In this episode of 'Strike Talk,' Billy Ray and Todd Garner continue their coverage of the WGA strike, and delve deeper into one facet of the negotiations: AI's intrusion into creative fields, and the potential consequences. To shed further light on the economic implications of the technology, the hosts welcome Simon Johnson, an esteemed professor, and expert in entrepreneurship from MIT.Theme Song: “Not Your Fool” written and performed by Alexa Villa; courtesy of Sign From The Universe Entertainment, LLC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Simon Johnson, MIT professor, discusses the impact of past technological disruptions and the current landscape of disruptive technology and AI. He explores the distribution of benefits, the effects on professions like accounting, challenges of finding skilled labor in urban areas, and the breakdown of post-war economic stability. Johnson also emphasizes the role of vision and political power, the tradeoff between profitability and social value for tech companies like Facebook, and the need to change business school curriculum to address inequality.

Simon Johnson, a renowned MIT professor and Nobel laureate, discusses the transformative impact of AI on global development and the shifting geopolitical landscape. He examines how countries in the global south must adapt to deglobalization and the influence of major players like China and Russia. Johnson reflects on the role of international institutions like the IMF and World Bank amid rising global challenges. He also explores the urgent need for skills development in response to job automation and the unique power dynamics of tech entrepreneurs.

Simon Johnson, a Nobel Prize-winning economist, unpacks the enduring impacts of colonization on modern economies, contrasting inclusive and extractive institutions. Courtney Subramanian explores Kamala Harris' political evolution, while Ahmed Fouad Al-Khatib sheds light on recent events in the Israel-Hamas conflict. Juliette Reardon discusses King Charles III's visit to Australia, addressing historical ties and Indigenous relations. Brendan Cowell shares insights on vulnerability in masculinity through his ABC drama, 'Plum', emphasizing mental health dialogues.

Richard Haass, president emeritus of the Council on Foreign Relations, discusses the implications of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar’s recent death in Gaza, raising questions about potential shifts in the conflict. Simon Johnson, a 2024 Nobel laureate from MIT, emphasizes the role of intellectual discourse in addressing global inequality and democracy. The conversation touches on the influence of billionaires like Mark Cuban and Elon Musk in politics, as well as recent developments at CVS Health, adding depth to these pressing topics.