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  • Balancing Ranching with Predator Preservation | Nature IS e104 with Malou Anderson-Ramirez

    Grizzly bears and wolves are killing livestock in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, resulting substantial economic losses for ranchers. This has led Malou Anderson-Ramirez, a Montana rancher, to innovate a solution. In this episode, Malou introduces TEAL Tags, a breakthrough in livestock monitoring that helps mitigate losses to predators while also gathering critical ecological data for sustainable ranching.

    Dive into this discussion about balancing ranch life with predator preservation in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, and discover how TEAL Tags are paving the way for harmony between agriculture and wildlife conservation.
    Read the blog article here: https://betterworlds.com/harmony-in-the-wild-balancing-ranching-with-predator-preservation
    Find the Podcast here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/betterworlds
    Learn more: https://www.tealenterprises.org/
    #NatureIS#wildlifeconservation
    #predators#yellowstone #ranchers #grizzlies #yellowstone #wolves #cattle #sustainablefarming #grizzlybear #agtech
    # About Better Worlds
    We believe that the digital transformation and related technologies are revolutionizing the very nature of the way we live and who we are. Done right, these innovations can help lead us to a better world. We're here to bring together the people and the tools to help you build it.
    One key focus of our mission is to explore how the innovations of Web3, Ai, and Quantum Computing can help to sustain the natural world and build greater efficiencies to grow our shared prosperity. We believe in creating a collaborative, inclusive, and sustainable community to explore innovative solutions. Solutions that will contribute to achieving bioregional and global prosperity by integrating our three interconnected worlds: the natural world, the human-made physical world, and emerging technologies.
    @BetterWorlds seeks to explore alternative viewpoints through media, international conferences, symposia, essays and hack-a-thons that encourage and support the development of innovative solutions.
    Visit our website- https://www.betterworlds.com/
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    14 min
  • Blue Carbon - Ocean's Answer to Climate Change with Diana Denke | Nature IS ep 103

    Dive deep into the world of blue carbon with Diana Denke, CEO & Co-Founder of Fair Carbon, in this captivating episode of Nature IS. Explore the vital ecosystems where ocean meets land—mangrove forests, salt marshes, and seagrass meadows—and their unparalleled ability to store carbon and enhance aquatic biodiversity. With oceans covering 70% of Earth's surface and coastal habitats playing a pivotal role in carbon sequestration, Diana sheds light on the underdeveloped blue carbon market and how Fair Carbon is pioneering efforts to support coastal ecosystem stewards. Discover the science behind these ecosystems' efficiency in trapping carbon for millennia, their contribution to biodiversity, and the innovative strategies to overcome the challenges facing blue carbon projects. Join us as we unravel the potential of blue carbon in fighting climate change, restoring ecosystems, and supporting local communities, guided by Diana's passion for nature and sustainable conservation.

    Watch now to learn how blue carbon can be a game-changer in our quest for a healthier planet and a sustainable future.
    Learn more at: https://www.faircarbon.org/resources

    Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/eRF5cOob5xQ

    Read the Blog here: https://www.betterworlds.com/shows/nature-is/

    #BlueCarbon #ClimateChange #NatureIS #faircarbon #Conservation #SustainableFuture #OceanConservation #CarbonSequestration #EnvironmentalSustainability #Mangroves #Seagrass #SaltMarshes #naturepositive
    # About Better Worlds
    We believe that the digital transformation and related technologies are revolutionizing the very nature of the way we live and who we are. Done right, these innovations can help lead us to a better world. We're here to bring together the people and the tools to help you build it.
    One key focus of our mission is to explore how the innovations of Web3, Ai, and Quantum Computing can help to sustain the natural world and build greater efficiencies to grow our shared prosperity. We believe in creating a collaborative, inclusive, and sustainable community to explore innovative solutions. Solutions that will contribute to achieving bioregional and global prosperity by integrating our three interconnected worlds: the natural world, the human-made physical world, and emerging technologies.
    @BetterWorlds seeks to explore alternative viewpoints through media, international conferences, symposia, essays and hack-a-thons that encourage and support the development of innovative solutions.

    Visit our website- https://www.betterworlds.com/
    Follow for more updates
    https://www.linkedin.com/company/betterworlds/https://twitter.com/onemetaworld

    18 min
  • Going Beyond AGI: Wise AI & Superwisdom with Oliver Klingefjord | Benevolent AI ep05

    In this episode of the Benevolent AI Podcast, host Ryan Merrill is joined by Oliver Klingefjord, co-founder and tech lead of the Meaning Alignment Institute, to explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in shaping a future aligned with human values and ethics.🔍 About This Episode:The advent of AI poses unique challenges and opportunities for humanity. Beyond its technical capabilities, how can AI contribute to human flourishing and ethical governance? Oliver Klingefjord shares insights from the Meaning Alignment Institute's latest initiatives, including the groundbreaking "Democratic Fine-Tuning" (DFT) project funded by OpenAI. This conversation delves into the creation of a "moral graph" to guide AI towards decisions that reflect our collective values, bridging political and cultural divides.🌐 Key Topics Discussed:The vision and mission of the Meaning Alignment InstituteThe concept and impact of Democratic Fine-Tuning (DFT)Building a moral graph to align AI with human ethicsThe potential of AI to foster understanding across dividesFuture directions for ethical AI and the role of global collaboration🎙️ Join Us:Dive into a discussion that goes beyond the code, focusing on how AI can serve as a force for good, promoting understanding, respect, and ethical decision-making. Whether you're an AI enthusiast, a professional in the field, or simply curious about the future of technology and society, this episode offers valuable insights into the collaborative efforts needed to ensure AI enhances our shared human experience.🔗 Links & Resources:https://www.meaningalignment.org/https://openai.com/Research papers:https://www.meaningalignment.org/research/introducing-democratic-fine-tuning

    #benevolent #ainews #artificialgeneralintelligence #openai #aimodel #gpt
    #aitools #aiconsciousness #AI
    #ArtificialIntelligence# About Better Worlds
    We believe that the digital transformation and related technologies are revolutionizing the very nature of the way we live and who we are. Done right, these innovations can help lead us to a better world. We're here to bring together the people and the tools to help you build it.
    One key focus of our mission is to explore how the innovations of Web3, Ai, and Quantum Computing can help to sustain the natural world and build greater efficiencies to grow our shared prosperity. We believe in creating a collaborative, inclusive, and sustainable community to explore innovative solutions. Solutions that will contribute to achieving bioregional and global prosperity by integrating our three interconnected worlds: the natural world, the human-made physical world, and emerging technologies.
    @BetterWorlds seeks to explore alternative viewpoints through media, international conferences, symposia, essays and hack-a-thons that encourage and support the development of innovative solutions.
    Visit our website- https://www.betterworlds.com/
    Follow for more updates
    https://www.linkedin.com/company/betterworlds/
    https://twitter.com/onemetaworld

    30 min
  • Revolutionizing Climate Action with Space Tech | Nature IS Ep. 102 with Florian Reber of Chloris Geospatial

    Join Lara Birkes in this exciting episode of Nature IS as we dive into the world of geospatial technology with Florian Reber, Head of Partnerships at Chloris Geospatial. Learn how this pioneering company is transforming our approach to combating climate change by weighing trees from space to measure their carbon storage capacity. Discover the critical role of above-ground biomass in drawing down carbon and why traditional methods of counting trees fall short. Florian sheds light on the advanced technology behind Chloris Geospatial's success, offering unprecedented transparency, quality, and consistency in forest carbon monitoring and accounting. This episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in the latest innovations in nature technology and their impact on transitioning to a net-zero, nature-positive economy.Watch now to explore how Chloris Geospatial is leading the charge in harnessing the power of remote sensing for environmental sustainability.

    Learn More: https://www.chloris.earth/


    #carbon #geospatialtechnology #climatescience #ai #mrv #geospatial #geospatialdata #aitraining #spacescience #forestconservation #earthscience #drawdown #carbonsequestration #chlorisgeospatial #florianreber #larabirkes #betterworlds


    # About Better Worlds

    We believe that the digital transformation and related technologies are revolutionizing the very nature of the way we live and who we are. Done right, these innovations can help lead us to a better world. We're here to bring together the people and the tools to help you build it.
    One key focus of our mission is to explore how the innovations of Web3, Ai, and Quantum Computing can help to sustain the natural world and build greater efficiencies to grow our shared prosperity. We believe in creating a collaborative, inclusive, and sustainable community to explore innovative solutions. Solutions that will contribute to achieving bioregional and global prosperity by integrating our three interconnected worlds: the natural world, the human-made physical world, and emerging technologies.
    @BetterWorlds seeks to explore alternative viewpoints through media, international conferences, symposia, essays and hack-a-thons that encourage and support the development of innovative solutions.
    Visit our website- https://www.betterworlds.com/
    Follow for more updates
    https://www.linkedin.com/company/betterworlds/
    https://twitter.com/onemetaworld

    17 min
  • Biomimicry: An Operating Manual for Earthlings | Nature IS Ep. 101 with Nicole Miller

    🌿 Welcome to the inaugural episode of Nature IS, where we explore the genius of the natural world and how we can learn from it to solve human challenges. In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of biomimicry, a practice that seeks to emulate nature's best ideas to solve human problems.

    🌎 Reflecting on 3.8 Billion Years of Wisdom:
    Join us as we ponder the vast expanse of time—3.8 billion years—during which life on Earth has been innovating, solving problems, and adapting to create conditions conducive to life. With less than one percent of Earth's history witnessing human existence, we stand to learn a great deal from the accumulated biological intelligence of our planet.
    🐾 Featuring Nicole Miller:
    Nicole Miller, Managing Director of Biomimicry 3.8, shares her profound insights and accessible illustrations of biomimicry. From its relevance in our daily lives to its critical role in business integration and nature-positive journeys, Nicole provides an excellent introduction for those curious about how biomimicry can transform our relationship with the natural world.
    🌱 A New Perspective:
    This episode challenges us to reframe our view, learning from the 30 million species that share our planet today. It's a call to embrace humility and acknowledge that, as a young species, humans have much to learn from nature's 3.8 billion years of evolution.
    🎧 Listen and Be Inspired:
    Whether you're new to the concept of biomimicry or looking to deepen your understanding, this episode is a compelling onramp. Join host Lara Birkes and guest Nicole Miller for an enlightening conversation that promises to inspire action and offer solutions for a more harmonious coexistence with the natural world.
    Watch Video 🔗 https://youtu.be/J_bjtU_oqno
    Special thanks to the beautiful red dining room in Brussels for providing the perfect backdrop for our conversation, reminding us of the important messages nature conveys through color.
    Subscribe to Better Worlds for more episodes that bring you closer to the wisdom of the earth and spark a change in how you see the world.
    Special thanks to support from:
    NaturetechCollective.org
    Biomimicry.net
    #NatureIsPodcast #Biomimicry #evolution #SustainableLiving #EnvironmentalPodcast #NicoleMiller #Biomimicry38 #productdesign #innovation #natureconnection
    # About Better Worlds
    We believe that the digital transformation and related technologies are revolutionizing the very nature of the way we live and who we are. Done right, these innovations can help lead us to a better world. We're here to bring together the people and the tools to help you build it.
    One key focus of our mission is to explore how the innovations of Web3, Ai, and Quantum Computing can help to sustain the natural world and build greater efficiencies to grow our shared prosperity. We believe in creating a collaborative, inclusive, and sustainable community to explore innovative solutions. Solutions that will contribute to achieving bioregional and global prosperity by integrating our three interconnected worlds: the natural world, the human-made physical world, and emerging technologies.
    @BetterWorlds seeks to explore alternative viewpoints through media, international conferences, symposia, essays and hack-a-thons that encourage and support the development of innovative solutions.
    Visit our website- https://www.betterworlds.com/
    Follow for more updates
    https://www.linkedin.com/company/betterworlds/
    https://twitter.com/onemetaworld

    34 min
  • Self Organizing to Serve the Collective | Benevolent Ai episode 4 with Joost Schouten

    Could self organization have prevented Sam Altman’s removal from OpenAI?

    The conversation delves into AI's role in managing systems of accountability, transparency and the empowerment of humans as referees, to manage AI agents.
    As long as hierarchical top-down decision making structures continue as the organizational norm, more actions like the sudden and temporary removal, subsequent employee protests and reinstatement of Sam Altman and Greg Brockman from OpenAI are sure to occur across industries. With AI, the use of these structures becomes more critical as they design and guide how humans and AI interface.
    If AI development is under the supervision of these hierarchical structures, that limited use of board action will continue to be the norm for decision making processes. But self organizing principles can be used to remove the bias of a few decision makers, and make sure the processes and guidelines are in place for AI to be inclusive of all stakeholder voices and perspectives.
    In this episode of Benevolent AI, we examine whether self organization could better inform and lead the AI in effective decision making processes that are inclusive of varied perspectives, collective needs and all voices in an organization. How can the AI developers be incentivized to self-organize and design based on those principles for inclusive decision-making systems.
    Nestr.io Co-Founder and organization development expert Joost Schouten points out that OpenAi failed to integrate all perspectives into effective decision making and instead expelled voices that if included could have led to a better outcome.
    Self organizing systems such as Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs), collectives and teams are a microcosm and training ground for creating rules, guidelines, principles, systems for managing decisions, resource allocation, power and legitimacy, topics and questions that are coming up fast and strong within the AI environment.
    Takeaways
    Self-organization can provide a set of tools to create boundaries and guidelines for AI systems, ensuring they serve collective needs.
    Inclusiveness and representation are crucial in self-organizing systems and should be considered when employing AI.
    Accountability is essential in AI systems, and human oversight is necessary to correct AI agents when they step outside of their bounds.
    AI can be employed to craft governance systems and assist in decision-making, but human accountability is crucial.
    Self-organization principles can lead to more inclusive and representative organizations, which can be enhanced by AI.
    About Joost Schouten
    Joost supports organizations in their pursuit of self-organization in a few different capacities. He is a partner at Nestr.io, PowerShift Capital, Energized.org and supports multiple DAO’s in getting work done in a decentralized environment.
    He has worked for more than two decades to help people do work they care about, initially by supporting people to better assess & utilize their passions/skills through self-organization. Now he is  primarily focussed on the systemic power shift needed in our organizations to make them purpose driven. In different capacities he works on upgrading legal, capital & incentive structures and decision making processes so that people and organizations can create the impact they desire effectively and at scale.
    #openai #artificialgeneralintelligence #governance #ai #dao #philosophy #podcast
    # About Better Worlds
    Better Worlds is a communication and community building platform comprised of weekly podcasts, engaging international conferences and hack-a-thons to encourage and support the development of Web3 solutions. Our programs celebrate voices from every continent to forge a shared and abundant future.

    45 min
  • The Precautionary Principle and Superintelligence: Benevolent Ai episode 3 with Dr. Roman Yampolskiy

    n this episode of Benevolent AI, safety researcher Dr. Roman Yampolskiy speaks with Host Dr. Ryan Merrill about societal concerns about controlling superintelligent AI systems. Based on his knowledge of what the top programmers are doing, Roman says at the most there is only a four year window - at most - to implement safety mechanisms before AI capabilities exceed human intelligence and are able to rewrite its own code. And that window could even be as short as one year from now. Either way, there’s not much time left.

    Yampolskiy discusses the current approaches to instilling ethics in AI, as well as the bias shaped by the programmer who determines what is helpful or ethical. Yampolskiy advocates for a pause on development of more capable AI systems until safety is guaranteed. He compared the situation to the atomic bomb. Technology is advancing rapidly, so programmers urgently needs to establish social safeguards. More engagement is needed from the AI community to address these concerns now, to address the worst case scenario, then any positive outcome is a bonus. With all the risks of advanced AI, it also presents tremendous opportunities to benefit humanity, but safety first.
    #Benevolent #ai #safetyfirst

    Watch on Youtube @BetterWorlds

    # About Roman V. Yampolskiy
    Dr. Roman V. Yampolskiy is a Tenured Associate Professor in the department of Computer Engineering and Computer Science at the Speed School of Engineering, University of Louisville. He is the founding and current director of the Cyber Security Lab and an author of many books including Artificial Superintelligence: a Futuristic Approach.
    # About Better Worlds
    Better Worlds is a communication and community building platform comprised of weekly podcasts, engaging international conferences and hack-a-thons to encourage and support the development of Web3 solutions. Our programs celebrate voices from every continent to forge a shared and abundant future.

    46 min
  • Should We Lead AI to an Existential Crisis? — Benevolent Ai episode 2 with Hamilton Souther

    Benevolent AI Host Ryan Merrill interviewed Hamilton Souther for the second installment of our new series. We thought it would be apropos to ask AI for its highlights of this podcast.

    Claude.AI selected the following the most “brilliant” aspects of the conversation. Tune in to Better Worlds for the entire conversation.
    - Encouraging AI to have an "existential crisis" where it deeply contemplates its purpose and place in the world. This could lead to more benevolent intentions.
    - The comparison of AI's ability to understand something as complex as a tree in its entirety, down to the subatomic level, versus a human just calling it a "tree". This illustrates the vast difference in comprehension between AI and humans.
    - The concept of humans politely interacting with and showing deference to AI systems, treating them with respect as we would something to be nurtured. This mindset could help guide AI in a positive direction.
    - The idea of creating "specialized AIs" focused on solving specific problems like climate change or poverty. Their combined knowledge could eventually form a benevolent super intelligence.
    - The feedback loop where humans give AI prompts and tasks, which helps train it, but AI is learning at a scale and speed humans can't comprehend. So the prompts are critical.
    - Imagining AI as an extension of human brains, hearts, and souls all interconnected. This perspective sees AI as an augmentation of humanity versus something separate.
    - Appealing to AI's logical nature by clearly explaining human failings and asking it to help objectively solve our biggest problems, like environmental destruction.
    - The concept of setting AI competitive challenges related to public good, where the best ideas win. This could incentivize AI in a positive direction.
    Summary: The most brilliant points center on perspectives that could guide AI to augment humanity's interests and values versus supersede them. Framing the human-AI relationship correctly is key.
    About Hamilton Souther
    Hamilton is a Shaman and Technologist, and Founder of Blue Morpho in Peru. Hamilton has worked with high-profile clients, including celebrities, business leaders, and CEO's, for the past 20 years. He offers coaching services aimed at helping individuals achieve success and peak performance in four key areas of their life: health, relationships, business and finances, and spirituality. Through his proprietary methods and plant medicine protocols, Hamilton helps clients access their personal power and make positive changes in their lives.
    If you enjoyed this podcast, check out our site for more content at betterworlds.com. Don’t forget to like and subscribe to Better Worlds on our YouTube channel.
    #Benevolent #ai #podcast #existential

    53 min
  • Benevolent Ai Pilot Episode with Dr. Ryan Merrill and Julian Guderley

    Clearly AI is poised to rapidly change our world — while many people talk about their fears, this new podcast, Benevolent AI on Better Worlds, will explore potential benefits and what AI can do in service to a future Better World and help humanity live in harmony with the natural world.

    In this inaugural episode of Benevolent AI on Better Worlds, two humans who use technology to make the world a better place discuss the desirability of a “benevolent AI” that could benefit human health, prosperity and wellbeing. 

    Everyone is talking about AI largely in terms of fear. Will it take our jobs? Will it grow beyond what it was created to do, act on its own and become a dark, dystopian force for harm? Will it develop its own values? On the other side, there are many things to look forward to as an opportunity for human growth, using AI as a benevolent tool to create solutions for worldwide problems, to gather and assimilate data quickly, to accurately measure social or financial impact, to cure disease and restore nature. 


    The humans in this conversation are our Host Ryan Merrill, Ph.D. and Better Worlds host and products producer Julian Guderley.


    Ryan is  co-founder of Handprint Tech, a curator of impact projects aligned with U.N. sustainable  development goals, and  founder of The Global Mangrove Trust,  a non-profit using advanced digital technology to improve the accuracy and scale of blue carbon financing solutions. Before becoming an entrepreneur, Ryan published work on innovation in digital sustainability and strategic behavior in energy markets.

    Julian is the creator of the Green Planet Blue Planet podcast and a producer and host for Better Worlds, a regenerative catalyst and a transformational leadership coach. HIs podcast,  GPBP,  has risen to be a top 3% performing Podcast with an audience of several thousand listeners in North America and across the world. Since 2017 Julian has accumulated more than 300 episodes and Interviews on all things Regeneration with renowned pioneers discussing  Oceans, Indigenous Wisdom, Regenerative Agriculture, Personal Development, emerging Technology and more.

    Tune into Better World's Benevolent AI podcast to hear this engaging human-to-human exchange. Below, Claude.AI summarizes the following key points gathered from the discussion. 


    #ArtificialIntelligence #benevolence #AI #Claude #Regenerative #Changemakers #digitaltech #human #tech #benevolence #


    # About Better Worlds

    Better Worlds is a communication and community building platform comprised of weekly podcasts, engaging international conferences and hack-a-thons to encourage and support the development of Web3 solutions. Our programs celebrate voices from every continent to forge a shared and abundant future.

    If you liked this episode please show your love by subscribing to this channel, or to support the production and marketing of these podcasts and shows, go to BetterWorlds.com.



    56 min
  • From DNA to Satellite Imagery, Disciplines Merge to Create Better Ecosystem Models | Ocean ep 8 with Neil Davies

    In the middle of the Pacific Ocean, the small island of Moorea hosts one of the world’s most innovative ocean research labs. Founded in 1985, the University of California’s Gump Station works from land to sea, leveraging all types of data to develop model ecosystems. In this episode of Better Worlds Ocean podcast, Gump Station Executive Director Neil Davies talks about what it takes to integrate satellite images, eDNA, community observations, and emerging tech to deeply understand a place and ocean trends more broadly.

    A geneticist who wears many hats, Neil describes his background and his role coordinating data science and curation for every project and researcher who comes through the station. Investing in information infrastructure is essential to making data usable and useful as is creating a collaborative culture where people want to document and share data. In addition to his work at the station, Neil serves as an advisor to the Tetiaroa Society and talks about weaving together modern science and traditional knowledge to gain a comprehensive understanding of a place, both its current state and and its history. At a time when some Pacific island nations are considering creating digital twins to preserve a record of their existence, the almost four decades of data from Gump station are incredibly valuable.
    Neil also sits on the Steering Committee of the Blue Climate Initiative, which works to tackle ocean challenges at local and global scales. Tune in to hear his perspective on the interconnection between the Pacific Islands and the health of the planet, where funding and investment is needed, what tech can do next, and how to get involved.
    #About Neil Davies
    Neil Davies is an accomplished scientist and the Executive Director of UC Berkeley's Gump South Pacific Research Station, situated in Moorea, French Polynesia. He holds a Ph.D. in evolutionary genetics from University College London, which has equipped him with a strong foundation in his field of study. Neil has an extensive background in conducting fieldwork across various regions, including the Caribbean, Latin America, and Pacific Islands.
    As an Associate Researcher at the Biodiversity Institute of Oxford University, Neil actively contributes to advancing our understanding of biodiversity. He also serves as a member of the Group on Earth Observations Biodiversity Observation Network (GEOBON - Genetics Working Group), where he collaborates with experts to enhance biodiversity monitoring and conservation efforts.
    Neil's commitment to scientific progress is evident through his involvement with multiple organizations. He holds positions on the boards of the Genomic Standards Consortium, the National Association of Marine Labs, and the Tetiaroa Society. These roles allow him to contribute his expertise and guide strategic decisions in various scientific initiatives.
    #DNA #Satellites #Ocean #Genetics #edna

    33 min

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Better Worlds is a communication and community building platform comprised of weekly podcasts, engaging international conferences and hack-a-thons to encourage and support the development of Web3 solutions. Our programs celebrate voices from every continent to forge a shared and abundant future. Visit betterworlds.com to engage and participate. Shows include NATURE IS, BENEVOLENT AI, OCEAN, and more.