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What's wrong with society, and how can we fix it? (with Tim Urban)
Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg
The Real Problem of Humanity: Paleolithic Emotions, Medieval Institutions, and Godlike Technology
The quote about humanity's problem with paleolithic emotions, medieval institutions, and godlike technology resonates with the speaker. Another quote by Isaac Asimov highlights the sad reality that society lacks wisdom to keep up with scientific knowledge. This poses a danger of giving increasingly powerful weapons to an organism without enough intelligence to prevent catastrophe. The speaker emphasizes that as a species of primates in an advanced civilization, we are in a precarious situation that could lead to disaster, despite the comforts and safety of our world.
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