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Audio narrations of LessWrong posts. Includes all curated posts and all posts with 125+ karma.If you'd like more, subscribe to the “Lesswrong (30+ karma)” feed.
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Apr 5, 2024 • 15min
[HUMAN VOICE] "Scale Was All We Needed, At First" by Gabriel Mukobi
Support ongoing human narrations of LessWrong's curated posts:www.patreon.com/LWCuratedSource:https://www.lesswrong.com/posts/xLDwCemt5qvchzgHd/scale-was-all-we-needed-at-firstNarrated for LessWrong by Perrin Walker.Share feedback on this narration.

Apr 5, 2024 • 12min
[HUMAN VOICE] "Using axis lines for good or evil" by dynomight
Support ongoing human narrations of LessWrong's curated posts:www.patreon.com/LWCuratedSource:https://www.lesswrong.com/posts/Yay8SbQiwErRyDKGb/using-axis-lines-for-good-or-evilNarrated for LessWrong by Perrin Walker.Share feedback on this narration.

Apr 5, 2024 • 27min
[HUMAN VOICE] "Acting Wholesomely" by OwenCB
Support ongoing human narrations of LessWrong's curated posts:www.patreon.com/LWCuratedSource:https://www.lesswrong.com/posts/Cb7oajdrA5DsHCqKd/acting-wholesomelyNarrated for LessWrong by Perrin Walker.Share feedback on this narration.

Apr 1, 2024 • 23min
The Story of “I Have Been A Good Bing”
This podcast explores the concept of coolness and the eleventh virtue of scholarship. It discusses the aspects of confidence, playing an instrument, and low average kinetic energy. The journey of seeking collaborators for a unique project and the creation of an album dedicated to the podcast community are highlighted. It also delves into exploring themes of Moloch, mental processes, beliefs, truth, personal reflection, AI timelines, epistemology, artistic expression, AI development, and philosophical concepts of perfection and ethical evolution.

Apr 1, 2024 • 15min
The Best Tacit Knowledge Videos on Every Subject
Explore the impact of Tacit Knowledge Videos in various fields like woodworking, cooking, research, and business. Learn from experts like Stephen Wolfram, Holden Karnofsky, Andy Matuschak, and more. Discover diverse topics in technology, programming, research, education, finance, sports, and productivity. Uncover insights and strategies for effective knowledge transfer through tacit knowledge videos.

Mar 20, 2024 • 47min
[HUMAN VOICE] "Deep atheism and AI risk" by Joe Carlsmith
Support ongoing human narrations of LessWrong's curated posts:www.patreon.com/LWCuratedSource:https://www.lesswrong.com/posts/sJPbmm8Gd34vGYrKd/deep-atheism-and-ai-riskNarrated for LessWrong by Perrin Walker.Share feedback on this narration.[Curated Post] ✓

Mar 20, 2024 • 14min
[HUMAN VOICE] "My Clients, The Liars" by ymeskhout
A public defender discusses the challenges of representing clients who lie. Stories of clients Marcel and Kyle and navigating their deceit. Unraveling a client fixated on a dubious flyer and legal limitations. Ethics, investigations, and difficulties of dealing with deceptive clients.

Mar 10, 2024 • 9min
[HUMAN VOICE] "CFAR Takeaways: Andrew Critch" by Raemon
The podcast delves into Andrew Krich's insights on challenges in numeracy, inner simulation, and human desires. It explores teaching strategies like visualizations and internal family systems, while emphasizing the importance of cognitive and emotional skills for high performance.

Mar 10, 2024 • 24min
[HUMAN VOICE] "Speaking to Congressional staffers about AI risk" by Akash, hath
Support ongoing human narrations of LessWrong's curated posts:www.patreon.com/LWCuratedSource:https://www.lesswrong.com/posts/2sLwt2cSAag74nsdN/speaking-to-congressional-staffers-about-ai-riskNarrated for LessWrong by Perrin Walker.Share feedback on this narration.[Curated Post] ✓[125+ Karma Post] ✓

Mar 9, 2024 • 20min
Many arguments for AI x-risk are wrong
Exploring misconceptions in AI X-risk arguments, critiquing flawed claims, and advocating for evidence-based evaluations. Scrutinizing counting arguments and challenges in predicting AI behavior. Addressing errors in existential risk arguments and emphasizing the need for neutral terminology in discussions.


