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7 Aug 2023 · 1 h 48 min

Books from Sam Harris

“WARNING By Sam Harris: ChatGPT Could Be The Start Of The End. AI "Could Destroy Us, The Internet And Democracy"”

2 books mentioned

  1. Cover of The End of Faith
    Guest's book

    The End of Faith

    by Sam Harris

    Sam Harris · ~01:30:51

    Buy on Amazon
  2. Cover of Waking Up
    Guest's book

    Waking Up

    by Sam Harris

    Sam Harris · ~01:45:09

    Buy on Amazon

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The conversation

Philosopher and neuroscientist Sam Harris discusses the existential dangers of artificial intelligence, including misinformation and the alignment problem. He also explores the importance of honesty, the corrosive effects of social media, and the value of meditation for living an examined life.

Talking points

  • Dangers of AI and misinformation
  • Existential risks of AGI
  • Social media's toxic effects
  • Importance of honesty and changing beliefs
  • Corrosive nature of lying
  • Psychedelics and meditation
  • Living an examined life