
Future Strategist
I'm a professor of economics at Smith College and the author of Singularity Rising and Game Theory at Work.
Latest episodes

Jun 29, 2016 • 53min
Interview with Max More of Cryonics Provider Alcor
http://www.alcor.org/
http://waitbutwhy.com/2016/03/cryonics.html

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Jun 13, 2016 • 1h 6min
Steve Hsu Interview
Interview with Steve Hsu, an expert on the genetics of human intelligence. See his blog at: http://infoproc.blogspot.com/

May 29, 2016 • 18min
Adverse Selection
Adverse Selection by James D. Miller

May 6, 2016 • 18min
What If Embryo Selection By 2020?
Consider the implications of mankind having the technology in 2020 to use embryo selection to increase human intelligence.

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Apr 28, 2016 • 39min
Interview Of Razib Khan
Razeeb Khan, a geneticist at Embark and PhD candidate at UC Davis, dives into the fascinating world of genetics and intelligence. He discusses how genetic testing could revolutionize embryo selection to enhance cognitive abilities. The conversation also explores the implications of CRISPR technology, touching on its impact on human intelligence and the ethical dilemmas it poses. Additionally, Khan examines the controversial idea of genetically modified animals aimed at alleviating the ethical issues surrounding meat consumption. A thought-provoking exploration of our genetic future!

Apr 16, 2016 • 26min
Singularity Rising Intro
I read the introduction to my book Singularity Rising

Apr 14, 2016 • 1h 50min
Vox Day Free Trade Debate
I debate Vox Day on free trade.
http://voxday.blogspot.com/2016/04/challenge-accepted.html
http://voxday.blogspot.com/2016/04/two-hours-to-kickoff.html

Apr 10, 2016 • 8min
The Harvest
A discussion of my thought experiment article "Help the World’s Poorest by Harvesting Their Organs"
http://triggerwarning.us/help-the-worlds-poorest-by-harvesting-their-organs/

Apr 5, 2016 • 36min
Interview Of Roman Yampolskiy
A discussion of AI risks with Roman Yampolskiy, a computer scientists at the University of Louisville.

Apr 4, 2016 • 16min
Greek Mythology
Dive into the strategic minds of legendary Greek heroes like Odysseus and Achilles, where game theory illuminates their choices in the face of challenges. Explore how these ancient tales mirror personal character and decision-making, revealing insights on self-discovery and human behavior. From Jupiter to Mercury, uncover the influences of gender roles on the choices we make, making Greek mythology a rich tapestry for understanding ourselves today.
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