Historian Yuval Noah Harari discusses human nature, intelligence, power, conspiracies, and the potential threats to human survival. They explore the relationship between consciousness and intelligence, the importance of minimizing suffering, the impact of ideas in shaping history, and the allure of secret cabal theories. They also delve into the dangers of AI, the challenges of meditation, and reflection on the fear of death and the meaning of life.

Yuval Noah Harari, a best-selling author and Professor of History, discusses the looming challenges posed by AI and its potential to manipulate our opinions and decisions. He argues that AI is reconfiguring human relationships, complicating trust in media, and reshaping democracy itself. Harari delves into how algorithms spread misinformation and divide societies, while also contemplating the future of jobs in an AI-driven landscape. His insights urge a critical examination of technology's ethical implications and its impact on our shared narratives.

Renowned historian and bestselling author Yuval Noah Harari shares his insights on the implications of artificial intelligence in today's world. He discusses AI as 'alien intelligence,' its dual potential to revolutionize and threaten society, and the importance of navigating this complexity. Harari emphasizes the role of information in shaping political systems and the necessity of trust in a tech-driven era. He poignantly explores how AI could reshape culture, relationships, and democracy, urging listeners to seek clarity and truth amid chaos.

Yuval Noah Harari, best-selling author and Professor of History, discusses the impact of AI, the danger of disconnecting from reality, the role of language in finance and governance, the rise of AI intimacy, the uncertain future job market and the return of wars, the importance of a balanced information diet, managing boredom, finding hope through cooperation, the influence of 'Sapiens' and studying history, and the importance of reflecting on information.

Yuval Noah Harari, historian and best-selling author, delves into the challenges posed by AI’s rapid advancement. He highlights the shift in cultural content creation, warning that alien AI agents may overshadow humanity’s role in shaping history. Harari discusses the ethical dilemmas of AI, urging lawmakers to take decisive action now. He draws parallels with past technological revolutions and explores the implications for democracy and trust. The conversation emphasizes the need for robust regulations to navigate the evolving relationship between humans and AI.

Historian Yuval Noah Harari discusses the tension between justice and peace, exploring historical instances of non-violent resistance and conflict resolution. He emphasizes the importance of compromises, the impact of power dynamics, and the potential for a more peaceful future by shifting societal behaviors.

Sam Harris speaks with Yuval Noah Harari about the events of October 7th and the resulting war in Gaza. They discuss the unraveling of global order, the failure of the IDF, the incompetence of the Netanyahu government, the goals of Hamas, and the right of Israel to exist.

Yuval Noah Harari, a renowned author, tackles the paradox of human intelligence in his latest book, Nexus. He delves into the contrast between truth and fact, exploring the pitfalls of misinformation. The conversation shifts to the promises and perils of AI, particularly its role in healthcare and decision-making. They address complex global issues like the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, emphasizing the need for dual recognition and nuanced approaches to peace. Harari compellingly argues for introspection and compassion in navigating historical narratives.

In this special episode of People I (Mostly) Admire, Steve Levitt talks to the best-selling author of Sapiens and Homo Deus about finding the profound in the obvious.

Yuval Noah Harari is one of the rare historians who can give us a two-million-year perspective on today’s headlines. In this wide-ranging conversation, Yuval explains how technology and democracy have evolved together over the course of human history, from paleolithic tribes to city states to kingdoms to nation states. So where do we go from here? “In almost all the conversations I have,” Yuval says, “we get stuck in dystopia and we never explore the no less problematic questions of what happens when we avoid dystopia.” We push beyond dystopia and consider the nearly unimaginable alternatives in this special episode of Your Undivided Attention.