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Charismatic thinkers raising awareness about existential risks
19:26 - 31:30 (12:04)
The conversation continues with prominent figures like Toby Ord, Nick Bostrom, and Sam Harris, who have the necessary charisma and expertise to educate people about the severity of existential risks, such as bio weapons and misaligned artificial intelligence. With an upcoming society that aims to mitigate suffering, it is imperative to acknowledge and address these risks to ensure a safer and sustainable future for humanity.
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The emergence of new risks that were unimaginable a few decades ago such as environmental issues, bio weapons, drones and misaligned artificial intelligence are endangering humanity's future, and are now seen as top existential threats.
19:26 - 22:45 (03:18)
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The emergence of new risks that were unimaginable a few decades ago such as environmental issues, bio weapons, drones and misaligned artificial intelligence are endangering humanity's future, and are now seen as top existential threats.
ChapterCharismatic thinkers raising awareness about existential risks
Episode#229 - Mara Cortona - Why Is No One Talking About Existential Risk?
PodcastModern Wisdom
In this transcript, the speaker discusses their recent shift towards understanding how individuals can relate to global risks and the importance of balancing self-actualization with safeguarding humanity's future.
22:45 - 23:57 (01:12)
Summary
In this transcript, the speaker discusses their recent shift towards understanding how individuals can relate to global risks and the importance of balancing self-actualization with safeguarding humanity's future.
ChapterCharismatic thinkers raising awareness about existential risks
Episode#229 - Mara Cortona - Why Is No One Talking About Existential Risk?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The importance of existential risk needs to be more widely acknowledged and addressed by society.
23:57 - 31:30 (07:33)
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The importance of existential risk needs to be more widely acknowledged and addressed by society. Charismatic individuals like Toby Ord, Nick Bostrom, and Sam Harris can raise awareness of the issue, and advancements in technology and poverty reduction can contribute to greater preparedness for potential risks such as global pandemics.