This episode looks at "The Intelligence Age", by Sam Altman, who argues that we are on the cusp of a new era driven by artificial intelligence. The author posits that deep learning, a powerful algorithm, has unlocked the potential for AI to dramatically improve human life. This advancement, he believes, will lead to unprecedented prosperity and solve complex problems like climate change and even allow for space colonisation. However, he acknowledges the potential risks, such as significant changes in the labour market, and stresses the importance of mitigating these downsides while maximising the benefits of AI.