In this special cross-posted episode of Doom Debates, originally posted here on The Human Podcast, we cover a wide range of topics including the definition of “doom”, P(Doom), various existential risks like pandemics and nuclear threats, and the comparison of rogue AI risks versus AI misuse risks.

00:00 Introduction

01:47 Defining Doom and AI Risks

05:53 P(Doom)

10:04 Doom Debates’ Mission

16:17 Personal Reflections and Life Choices

24:57 The Importance of Debate

27:07 Personal Reflections on AI Doom

30:46 Comparing AI Doom to Other Existential Risks

33:42 Strategies to Mitigate AI Risks

39:31 The Global AI Race and Game Theory

43:06 Philosophical Reflections on a Good Life

45:21 Final Thoughts

Show Notes

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