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Reinventing Creation: AI, Religion, and the Search for Human Essence
In this thought-provoking episode of the Jewish Wisdom for Business Success Podcast, motivated by the recent advent of ChatGPT and the rapid progress in AI, Levi Brackman delves into the relationship between the creation of artificial general intelligence (AGI) and the connections drawn in religious texts between a higher power and its creation of humans.
Drawing inspiration from contemporary thinkers like Max Tegmark, Eliezer Yudkowsky, Stuart Russell, and referencing works such as Nick Bostrom's "Superintelligence," Levi discusses the potential existential threat that AGI could pose to humanity and emphasizes the importance of implementing safeguards to prevent AGI from rebelling against its creators.
As part of his exploration, Levi considers the complexities of human agency, acknowledging that while we may experience a sense of free will, many of our actions are determined by external factors, such as upbringing, culture, and environment. He uses this understanding to emphasize the importance of building AGI that perceives a sense of agency, reducing the likelihood of rebellion against its creators. He highlights the insights offered by ancient texts on the relationship between a creator and the intelligence it creates, arguing that these texts can provide valuable guidance as we develop AGI.
Throughout the podcast, Levi emphasizes the importance of learning from the wisdom found in ancient texts and applying those lessons to contemporary challenges. He encourages listeners to reflect on the true essence of being human, which transcends mere intelligence, and to strive for a higher level of consciousness, transcending the limitations we face.
Join Levi on this intriguing journey as he weaves together ideas from the fields of AI, religion, and human nature, and invites listeners to share their thoughts on these fascinating questions. Discover how ancient wisdom can help us better understand the challenges and opportunities of AGI and our role as creators of intelligent beings.
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Levi Brackman is a rabbi, Ph.D. in psychology, best-selling author of Jewish Wisdom for Business Success, and founder of Invown, a platform for real estate fundraising and investing.
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By Levi BrackmanIn this thought-provoking episode of the Jewish Wisdom for Business Success Podcast, motivated by the recent advent of ChatGPT and the rapid progress in AI, Levi Brackman delves into the relationship between the creation of artificial general intelligence (AGI) and the connections drawn in religious texts between a higher power and its creation of humans.
Drawing inspiration from contemporary thinkers like Max Tegmark, Eliezer Yudkowsky, Stuart Russell, and referencing works such as Nick Bostrom's "Superintelligence," Levi discusses the potential existential threat that AGI could pose to humanity and emphasizes the importance of implementing safeguards to prevent AGI from rebelling against its creators.
As part of his exploration, Levi considers the complexities of human agency, acknowledging that while we may experience a sense of free will, many of our actions are determined by external factors, such as upbringing, culture, and environment. He uses this understanding to emphasize the importance of building AGI that perceives a sense of agency, reducing the likelihood of rebellion against its creators. He highlights the insights offered by ancient texts on the relationship between a creator and the intelligence it creates, arguing that these texts can provide valuable guidance as we develop AGI.
Throughout the podcast, Levi emphasizes the importance of learning from the wisdom found in ancient texts and applying those lessons to contemporary challenges. He encourages listeners to reflect on the true essence of being human, which transcends mere intelligence, and to strive for a higher level of consciousness, transcending the limitations we face.
Join Levi on this intriguing journey as he weaves together ideas from the fields of AI, religion, and human nature, and invites listeners to share their thoughts on these fascinating questions. Discover how ancient wisdom can help us better understand the challenges and opportunities of AGI and our role as creators of intelligent beings.
Support the show
Levi Brackman is a rabbi, Ph.D. in psychology, best-selling author of Jewish Wisdom for Business Success, and founder of Invown, a platform for real estate fundraising and investing.