For Humanity: An AI Risk Podcast

In Episode #39, host John Sherman talks with Matthew Taber, Founder, advocate and expert in AI-risk legislation. The conversation starts ut with the various state AI laws that are coming up and moves into the shifting political landscape around AI-risk legislation in America in July 2024.Please Donate Here To Help Promote For Humanityhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastEMAIL JOHN: [email protected] podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This is a long form public service announcement. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.RESOURCES:Max Winga’s “A Stark Warning About Extiction”https://youtu.be/kDcPW5WtD58?si=i6IRy82xZ2PUOp22For Humanity Theme Music by Josef EbnerYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCveruX8E-Il5A9VMC-N4vlgWebsite: https://josef.picturesSUBSCRIBE TO LIRON SHAPIRA’S DOOM DEBATES on YOUTUBE!!https://www.youtube.com/@DoomDebatesBUY STEPHEN HANSON’S BEAUTIFUL AI RISK BOOK!!!https://stephenhansonart.bigcartel.com/product/the-entity-i-couldn-t-fathomJOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 2pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-riskBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemesTimestamps**GOP's AI Regulation Stance (00:00:41)****Welcome to Episode 39 (00:01:41)****Trump's Assassination Attempt (00:03:41)****Partisan Shift in AI Risk (00:04:09)****Matthew Tabor's Background (00:06:32)****Tennessee's "ELVIS" Law (00:13:55)****Bipartisan Support for ELVIS (00:15:49)****California's Legislative Actions (00:18:58)****Overview of California Bills (00:20:50)****Lobbying Influence in California (00:23:15)****Challenges of AI Training Data (00:24:26)****The Original Sin of AI (00:25:19)****Congress and AI Regulation (00:27:29)****Investigations into AI Companies (00:28:48)****The New York Times Lawsuit (00:29:39)****Political Developments in AI Risk (00:30:24)****GOP Platform and AI Regulation (00:31:35)****Local vs. National AI Regulation (00:32:58)****Public Awareness of AI Regulation (00:33:38)****Engaging with Lawmakers (00:41:05)****Roleplay Demonstration (00:43:48)****Legislative Frameworks for AI (00:46:20)****Coalition Against AI Development (00:49:28)****Understanding AI Risks in Hollywood (00:51:00)****Generative AI in Film Production (00:53:32)****Impact of AI on Authenticity in Entertainment (00:56:14)****The Future of AI-Generated Content (00:57:31)****AI Legislation and Political Dynamics (01:00:43)****Partisan Issues in AI Regulation (01:02:22)****Influence of Celebrity Advocacy on AI Legislation (01:04:11)****Understanding Legislative Processes for AI Bills (01:09:23)****Presidential Approach to AI Regulation (01:11:47)****State-Level Initiatives for AI Legislation (01:14:09)**# Podcast Episode Timestamps**State vs. Congressional Regulation (01:15:05)****Engaging Lawmakers (01:15:29)****YouTube Video Views Explanation (01:15:37)****Algorithm Challenges (01:16:48)****Celebration of Life (01:18:08)****Final Thoughts and Call to Action (01:19:13)** Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #39 Trailer, host John Sherman talks with Matthew Taber, Founder, advocate and expert in AI-risk legislation. The conversation addresses the shifting political landscape around AI-risk legislation in America in July 2024.Please Donate Here To Help Promote For Humanityhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastEMAIL JOHN: [email protected] podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This is a long form public service announcement. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.RESOURCES:Max Winga’s “A Stark Warning About Extiction”https://youtu.be/kDcPW5WtD58?si=i6IRy82xZ2PUOp22For Humanity Theme Music by Josef EbnerYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCveruX8E-Il5A9VMC-N4vlgWebsite: https://josef.picturesSUBSCRIBE TO LIRON SHAPIRA’S DOOM DEBATES on YOUTUBE!!https://www.youtube.com/@DoomDebatesBUY STEPHEN HANSON’S BEAUTIFUL AI RISK BOOK!!!https://stephenhansonart.bigcartel.com/product/the-entity-i-couldn-t-fathomJOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 2pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-riskBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemesTimestampsRepublican Party's AI Regulation Stance (00:00:41)The GOP platform aims to eliminate existing AI regulations, reflecting a shift in political dynamics.Bipartisanship in AI Issues (00:01:21)AI is initially a bipartisan concern, but quickly becomes a partisan issue amidst political maneuvering.Tech Companies' Frustration with Legislation (00:01:55)Major tech companies express dissatisfaction with California's AI bills, indicating a push for regulatory rollback.Public Sentiment vs. Party Platform (00:02:42)Discrepancy between GOP platform on AI and average voter opinions, highlighting a disconnect in priorities.Polling on AI Regulation (00:03:26)Polling shows strong public support for AI regulation, raising questions about political implications and citizen engagement. Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #38 TRAILER, host John Sherman talks with Maxime Fournes, Founder, Pause AI France. With the third AI “Safety” Summit coming up in Paris in February 2025, we examine France’s role in AI safety, revealing France to be among the very worst when it comes to taking AI risk seriously. How deep is madman Yan Lecun’s influence in French society and government? And would France even join an international treaty? Please Donate Here To Help Promote For Humanityhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastEMAIL JOHN: [email protected] podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This is a long form public service announcement. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.For Humanity Theme Music by Josef EbnerYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCveruX8E-Il5A9VMC-N4vlgWebsite: https://josef.picturesRESOURCES:SUBSCRIBE TO LIRON SHAPIRA’S DOOM DEBATES on YOUTUBE!!https://www.youtube.com/@DoomDebatesBUY STEPHEN HANSON’S BEAUTIFUL AI RISK BOOK!!!https://stephenhansonart.bigcartel.com/product/the-entity-i-couldn-t-fathomJOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 2pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-riskBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemesTIMESTAMPSTrust in AI Awareness in France (00:00:00)Discussion on France being uninformed about AI risks compared to other countries with AI labs.International Treaty Concerns (00:00:46)Speculation on France's reluctance to sign an international AI safety treaty.Personal Reflections on AI Risks (00:00:57)Speaker reflects on the dilemma of believing in AI risks and choosing between action or enjoyment.Underestimating Impact (00:01:13)The tendency of people to underestimate their potential impact on global issues.Researching AI Risks (00:01:50)Speaker shares their journey of researching AI risks and finding weak counterarguments.Critique of Counterarguments (00:02:23)Discussion on the absurdity of opposing views on AI risks and societal implications.Existential Dread and Rationality (00:02:42)Connection between existential fear and irrationality in discussions about AI safety.Shift in AI Safety Focus (00:03:17)Concerns about the diminishing focus on AI safety in upcoming summits.Quality of AI Strategy Report (00:04:11)Criticism of a recent French AI strategy report and plans to respond critically.Optimism about AI Awareness (00:05:04)Belief that understanding among key individuals can resolve AI safety issues.Power Dynamics in AI Decision-Making (00:05:38)Discussion on the disproportionate influence of a small group on global AI decisions.Cultural Perception of Impact (00:06:01)Reflection on societal beliefs that inhibit individual agency in effecting change. Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #37, host John Sherman talks with writer Peter Biles. Peter is a Christian who often writes from that perspective. He is a prolific fiction writer and has written stories and essays for a variety of publications. He was born and raised in Ada, Oklahoma and is a contributing writer and editor for Mind Matters. The conversation centers on the intersection between Christianity and AGI, questions like what is the role of faith in a world where no one works? And could religions unite to oppose AGI?Some of Peter Biles related writing:https://mindmatters.ai/2024/07/ai-is-becoming-a-mass-tool-of-persuasion/https://mindmatters.ai/2022/10/technology-as-the-new-god-before-whom-all-others-bow/https://substack.com/@peterbiles Please Donate Here To Help Promote For Humanityhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastEMAIL JOHN: [email protected] podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This is a long form public service announcement. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.For Humanity Theme Music by Josef EbnerYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCveruX8E-Il5A9VMC-N4vlgWebsite: https://josef.picturesRESOURCES:SUBSCRIBE TO LIRON SHAPIRA’S DOOM DEBATES on YOUTUBE!!https://www.youtube.com/@DoomDebatesBUY STEPHEN HANSON’S BEAUTIFUL AI RISK BOOK!!!https://stephenhansonart.bigcartel.com/product/the-entity-i-couldn-t-fathomJOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 2pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-riskBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemesMatt Andersen - 'Magnolia' (JJ Cale Cover) LIVE at SiriusXMJJ Cale Magnolia Flagstaff, AZ 2004TIMESTAMPS:**Christianity versus AGI (00:00:39)****Concerns about AI (00:02:45)****Christianity and Technology (00:05:30)****Interview with Peter Byles (00:11:09)****Effects of Social Media (00:18:03)****Religious Perspective on AI (00:23:57)****The implications of AI on Christian faith (00:24:05)****The Tower of Babel metaphor (00:25:09)****The role of humans as sub-creators (00:27:23)****The impact of AI on human culture and society (00:30:33)****The limitations of AI in storytelling and human connection (00:32:33)****The intersection of faith and AI in a future world (00:41:35)****Religious Leaders and AI (00:45:34)****Human Exceptionalism (00:46:51)****Interfaith Dialogue and AI (00:50:26)****Religion and Abundance (00:53:42)****Apocalyptic Language and AI (00:58:26)****Hope in Human-Oriented Culture (01:04:32)****Worshipping AI (01:07:55)****Religion and AI (01:08:17)****Celebration of Life (01:09:49)** Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #37 Trailer, host John Sherman talks with writer Peter Biles. Peter is a Christian who often writes from that perspective. He is a prolific fiction writer and has written stories and essays for a variety of publications. He was born and raised in Ada, Oklahoma and is a contributing writer and editor for Mind Matters. The conversation centers on the intersection between Christianity and AGI, questions like what is the role of faith in a world where no one works? And could religions unite to oppose AGI?Some of Peter Biles related writing:https://mindmatters.ai/2024/07/ai-is-becoming-a-mass-tool-of-persuasion/https://mindmatters.ai/2022/10/technology-as-the-new-god-before-whom-all-others-bow/https://substack.com/@peterbiles Please Donate Here To Help Promote For Humanityhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastThis podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This is a long form public service announcement. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.For Humanity Theme Music by Josef EbnerYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCveruX8E-Il5A9VMC-N4vlgWebsite: https://josef.picturesRESOURCES:SUBSCRIBE TO LIRON SHAPIRA’S DOOM DEBATES on YOUTUBE!!https://www.youtube.com/@DoomDebatesBUY STEPHEN HANSON’S BEAUTIFUL AI RISK BOOK!!!https://stephenhansonart.bigcartel.com/product/the-entity-i-couldn-t-fathomJOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 2pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-riskBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemesTIMESTAMPS:The impact of technology on human dignity (00:00:00) The speaker discusses the potential negative impact of technology on human dignity and the divine image.The embodiment of souls and human dignity (00:01:00) The speaker emphasizes the spiritual nature of human beings and the importance of human dignity, regardless of religion or ethnicity.The concept of a "sand god" and technological superiority (00:02:09) The conversation explores the cultural and religious implications of creating an intelligence superior to humans and the reference to a "sand god."The Tower of Babel and technology (00:03:25) The speaker references the story of the Tower of Babel from the book of Genesis and its metaphorical implications for technological advancements and human hubris.The impact of AI on communication and storytelling (00:05:26) The discussion delves into the impersonal nature of AI in communication and storytelling, highlighting the absence of human intention and soul.Human nature, materialism, and work (00:07:38) The conversation explores the deeper understanding of human nature, the restlessness of humans, and the significance of work and creativity. Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #36, host John Sherman talks with Jeremie and Eduard Harris, CEO and CTO of Gladstone AI. Gladstone AI is the private company working most closely with the US government on assessing AI risk. The Gladstone Report, published in February, was the first public acknowledgment of AI risk reality by the US government in any way. These are two very important people doing incredibly important work. The full interview lasts more than 2 hours and will be broken into two shows, this the second of the two.Gladstone AI Action Planhttps://www.gladstone.ai/action-planTIME MAGAZINE ON THE GLADSTONE REPORThttps://time.com/6898967/ai-extinction-national-security-risks-report/SUBSCRIBE TO LIRON SHAPIRA’S DOOM DEBATES on YOUTUBE!!https://www.youtube.com/@DoomDebates Please Donate Here To Help Promote For Humanityhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastThis podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This is a long form public service announcement. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.For Humanity Theme Music by Josef EbnerYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCveruX8E-Il5A9VMC-N4vlgWebsite: https://josef.picturesRESOURCES:BUY STEPHEN HANSON’S BEAUTIFUL AI RISK BOOK!!!https://stephenhansonart.bigcartel.com/product/the-entity-i-couldn-t-fathomJOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 2pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-riskBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemesTIMESTAMPS:**The whistleblower's concerns (00:00:00)****Introduction to the podcast (00:01:09)****The urgency of addressing AI risk (00:02:18)****The potential consequences of falling behind in AI (00:04:36)****Transitioning to working on AI risk (00:06:33)****Engagement with the State Department (00:08:07)****Project assessment and public visibility (00:10:10)****Motivation for taking on the detective work (00:13:16)****Alignment with the government's safety culture (00:17:03)****Potential government oversight of AI labs (00:20:50)****The whistle blowers' concerns (00:21:52)****Shifting control to the government (00:22:47)****Elite group within the government (00:24:12)****Government competence and allocation of resources (00:25:34)****Political level and tech expertise (00:27:58)****Challenges in government engagement (00:29:41)****State department's engagement and assessment (00:31:33)****Recognition of government competence (00:34:36)****Engagement with frontier labs (00:35:04)****Whistleblower insights and concerns (00:37:33)****Whistleblower motivations (00:41:58)****Engagements with AI Labs (00:42:54)****Emotional Impact of the Work (00:43:49)****Workshop with Government Officials (00:44:46)****Challenges in Policy Implementation (00:45:46)****Expertise and Insights (00:49:11)****Future Engagement with US Government (00:50:51)****Flexibility of Private Sector Entity (00:52:57)****Impact on Whistleblowing Culture (00:55:23)****Key Recommendations (00:57:03)****Security and Governance of AI Technology (01:00:11)****Obstacles and Timing in Hardware Development (01:04:26)****The AI Lab Security Measures (01:04:50)****Nvidia's Stance on Regulations (01:05:44)****Export Controls and Governance Failures (01:07:26)****Concerns about AGI and Alignment (01:13:16)****Implications for Future Generations (01:16:33)****Personal Transformation and Mental Health (01:19:23)****Starting a Nonprofit for AI Risk Awareness (01:21:51)** Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #36 Trailer, host John Sherman talks with Jeremie and Eduard Harris, CEO and CTO of Gladstone AI. Gladstone AI is the private company working most closely with the US government on assessing AI risk. The Gladstone Report, published in February, was the first public acknowledgment of AI risk reality by the US government in any way. These are two very important people doing incredibly important work. The full interview lasts more than 2 hours and will be broken into two shows, this the second of the two.Gladstone AI Action Planhttps://www.gladstone.ai/action-planTIME MAGAZINE ON THE GLADSTONE REPORThttps://time.com/6898967/ai-extinction-national-security-risks-report/SUBSCRIBE TO LIRON SHAPIRA’S DOOM DEBATES on YOUTUBE!!https://www.youtube.com/@DoomDebates Please Donate Here To Help Promote For Humanityhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastThis podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This is a long form public service announcement. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.For Humanity Theme Music by Josef EbnerYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCveruX8E-Il5A9VMC-N4vlgWebsite: https://josef.picturesRESOURCES:BUY STEPHEN HANSON’S BEAUTIFUL AI RISK BOOK!!!https://stephenhansonart.bigcartel.com/product/the-entity-i-couldn-t-fathomJOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 2pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-riskBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemesTIMESTAMPS:The assignment from the State Department (00:00:00) Discussion about the task given by the State Department team regarding the assessment of safety and security in frontier AI and advanced AI systems.Transition to detective work (00:00:30) The transition to a detective-like approach in gathering information and engaging with whistleblowers and clandestine meetings.Assessment of the AI safety community (00:01:05) A critique of the lack of action orientation and proactive approach in the AI safety community.Engagement with the Department of Defense (DoD) (00:02:57) Discussion about the engagement with the DoD, its existing safety culture, and the organizations involved in testing and evaluations.Shifting control to the government (00:03:54) Exploration of the need to shift control to the government and regulatory level for effective steering of the development of AI technology.Concerns about weaponization and loss of control (00:04:45) A discussion about concerns regarding weaponization and loss of control in AI labs and the need for more ambitious recommendations. Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #35 host John Sherman talks with Jeremie and Eduard Harris, CEO and CTO of Gladstone AI. Gladstone AI is the private company working most closely with the US government on assessing AI risk. The Gladstone Report, published in February, was the first public acknowledgment of AI risk reality by the US government in any way. These are two very important people doing incredibly important work. The full interview lasts more than 2 hours and will be broken into two shows.Gladstone AI Action Planhttps://www.gladstone.ai/action-planTIME MAGAZINE ON THE GLADSTONE REPORThttps://time.com/6898967/ai-extinction-national-security-risks-report/SUBSCRIBE TO LIRON SHAPIRA’S DOOM DEBATES on YOUTUBE!!https://www.youtube.com/@DoomDebatesPlease Donate Here To Help Promote For Humanityhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastThis podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This is a long form public service announcement. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.For Humanity Theme Music by Josef EbnerYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCveruX8E-Il5A9VMC-N4vlgWebsite: https://josef.picturesRESOURCES:BUY STEPHEN HANSON’S BEAUTIFUL AI RISK BOOK!!!https://stephenhansonart.bigcartel.com/product/the-entity-i-couldn-t-fathomJOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 2pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-riskBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemesTIMESTAMPS:Sincerity and Sam Altman (00:00:00) Discussion on the perceived sincerity of Sam Altman and his actions, including insights into his character and motivations.Introduction to Gladstone AI (00:01:14) Introduction to Gladstone AI, its involvement with the US government on AI risk, and the purpose of the podcast episode.Doom Debates on YouTube (00:02:17) Promotion of the "Doom Debates" YouTube channel and its content, featuring discussions on AI doom and various perspectives on the topic.YC Experience and Sincerity in Startups (00:08:13) Insight into the Y Combinator (YC) experience and the emphasis on sincerity in startups, with personal experiences and observations shared.OpenAI and Sincerity (00:11:51) Exploration of sincerity in relation to OpenAI, including evaluations of the company's mission, actions, and the challenges it faces in the AI landscape.The scaling story (00:21:33) Discussion of the scaling story related to AI capabilities and the impact of increasing data, processing power, and training models.The call about GPT-3 (00:22:29) Edward Harris receiving a call about the scaling story and the significance of GPT-3's capabilities, leading to a decision to focus on AI development.Transition from Y Combinator (00:24:42) Jeremy and Edward Harris leaving their previous company and transitioning from Y Combinator to focus on AI development.Security concerns and exfiltration (00:31:35) Discussion about the security vulnerabilities and potential exfiltration of AI models from top labs, highlighting the inadequacy of security measures.Government intervention and security (00:38:18) Exploration of the potential for government involvement in providing security assets to protect AI technology from exfiltration and the need for a pause in development until labs are secure.Resource reallocation for safety and security (00:40:03) Discussion about the need to reallocate resources for safety, security, and alignment technology to ensure the responsible development of AI.OpenAI's computational resource allocation (00:42:10) Concerns about OpenAI's failure to allocate computational resources for safety and alignment efforts, as well as the departure of a safety-minded board member.These are the timestamps and topics covered in the podcast episode transcription segment.China's Strategic Moves (00:43:07) Discussion on potential aggressive actions by China to prevent a permanent disadvantage in AI technology.China's Sincerity in AI Safety (00:44:29) Debate on the sincerity of China's commitment to AI safety and the influence of the CCP.Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) (00:47:47) Explanation of TSMC's role in fabric

In Episode #35 TRAILER:, host John Sherman talks with Jeremie and Eduard Harris, CEO and CTO of Gladstone AI. Gladstone AI is the private company working most closely with the US government on assessing AI risk. The Gladstone Report, published in February, was the first public acknowledgment of AI risk reality by the US government in any way. These are two very important people doing incredibly important work. The full interview lasts more than 2 hours and will be broken into two shows.TIME MAGAZINE ON THE GLADSTONE REPORThttps://time.com/6898967/ai-extinction-national-security-risks-report/ Please Donate Here To Help Promote For Humanityhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastThis podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This is a long form public service announcement. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.For Humanity Theme Music by Josef EbnerYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCveruX8E-Il5A9VMC-N4vlgWebsite: https://josef.picturesRESOURCES:BUY STEPHEN HANSON’S BEAUTIFUL AI RISK BOOK!!!https://stephenhansonart.bigcartel.com/product/the-entity-i-couldn-t-fathomJOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 2pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-riskBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemesTIMESTAMPS:Sam Altman's intensity (00:00:10) Sam Altman's intense demeanor and competence, as observed by the speaker.Security risks of superintelligent AI (00:01:02) Concerns about the potential loss of control over superintelligent systems and the security vulnerabilities in top AI labs.Silicon Valley's security hubris (00:02:04)Critique of Silicon Valley's overconfidence in technology and lack of security measures, particularly in comparison to nation-state level cyber threats.China's AI capabilities (00:02:36) Discussion about the security deficiency in the United States and the potential for China to have better AI capabilities due to security leaks.Foreign actors' capacity for exfiltration (00:03:08)Foreign actors' incentives and capacity to exfiltrate frontier models, leading to the need to secure infrastructure before scaling and accelerating AI capabilities. Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #34, host John Sherman talks with Charbel-Raphaël Segerie, Executive Director, Centre pour la sécurité de l'IA. Among the very important topics covered: autonomous AI self replication, the potential for warning shots to go unnoticed due to a public and journalist class that are uneducated on AI risk, and the potential for a disastrous Yan Lecunnification of the upcoming February 2025 Paris AI Safety Summit. Please Donate Here To Help Promote For Humanityhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastThis podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This is a long form public service announcement. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.For Humanity Theme Music by Josef EbnerYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCveruX8E-Il5A9VMC-N4vlgWebsite: https://josef.picturesRESOURCES:Charbel-Raphaël Segerie’s Less Wrong Writing, much more on many topics we covered!https://www.lesswrong.com/users/charbel-raphaelBUY STEPHEN HANSON’S BEAUTIFUL AI RISK BOOK!!!https://stephenhansonart.bigcartel.com/product/the-entity-i-couldn-t-fathomJOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 2pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-riskBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemesTIMESTAMPS:**The threat of AI autonomous replication (00:00:43)****Introduction to France's Center for AI Security (00:01:23)****Challenges in AI risk awareness in France (00:09:36)****The influence of Yann LeCun on AI risk perception in France (00:12:53)****Autonomous replication and adaptation of AI (00:15:25)****The potential impact of autonomous replication (00:27:24)****The dead internet scenario (00:27:38)****The potential existential threat (00:29:02)****Fast takeoff scenario (00:30:54)****Dangers of autonomous replication and adaptation (00:34:39)****Difficulty in recognizing warning shots (00:40:00)****Defining red lines for AI development (00:42:44)****Effective education strategies (00:46:36)****Impact on computer science students (00:51:27)****AI safety summit in Paris (00:53:53)****The summit and AI safety report (00:55:02)****Potential impact of key figures (00:56:24)****Political influence on AI risk (00:57:32)****Accelerationism in political context (01:00:37)****Optimism and hope for the future (01:04:25)****Chances of a meaningful pause (01:08:43)** Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #34, host John Sherman talks with Charbel-Raphaël Segerie, Executive Director, Centre pour la sécurité de l'IA. Among the very important topics covered: autonomous AI self replication, the potential for warning shots to go unnoticed due to a public and journalist class that are uneducated on AI risk, and the potential for a disastrous Yan Lecunnification of the upcoming February 2025 Paris AI Safety Summit. Please Donate Here To Help Promote For Humanityhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastThis podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This is a long form public service announcement. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.For Humanity Theme Music by Josef EbnerYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCveruX8E-Il5A9VMC-N4vlgWebsite: https://josef.picturesRESOURCES:BUY STEPHEN HANSON’S BEAUTIFUL AI RISK BOOK!!!https://stephenhansonart.bigcartel.com/product/the-entity-i-couldn-t-fathomJOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 2pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-riskBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemesTIMESTAMPS:The exponential growth of AI (00:00:00) Discussion on the potential exponential growth of AI and its implications for the future.The mass of AI systems as an existential threat (00:01:05) Exploring the potential threat posed by the sheer mass of AI systems and its impact on existential risk.The concept of warning shots (00:01:32) Elaboration on the concept of warning shots in the context of AI safety and the need for public understanding.The importance of advocacy and public understanding (00:02:30) The significance of advocacy, public awareness, and the role of the safety community in creating and recognizing warning shots.OpenAI's super alignment team resignation (00:04:00) Analysis of the resignation of OpenAI's super alignment team and its potential significance as a warning shot. Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In episode 33, host John Sherman talks with Dustin Burham, who is a dad, an anesthetist, an AI risk realist, and a podcast host himself about being a father while also understanding the realities of AI risk and the precarious moment we are living in.Please Donate Here To Help Promote For Humanityhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastThis podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This is a long form public service announcement. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.RESOURCES:Check out Dustin Burham’s fatherhood podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@thepresentfathersBUY STEPHEN HANSON’S BEAUTIFUL BOOK!!!https://stephenhansonart.bigcartel.com/product/the-entity-i-couldn-t-fathomJOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 2pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-riskBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemesTIMESTAMPS**The threat of AI to humanity (00:00:22)****Pope Francis's address at the G7 summit on AI risk (00:02:31)****Starting a dialogue on tough subjects (00:05:44)****The challenges and joys of fatherhood (00:10:47)****Concerns and excitement about AI technology (00:15:09)****The Present Fathers Podcast (00:16:58)****Personal experiences of fatherhood (00:18:56)****The impact of AI risk on future generations (00:21:11)****Elon Musk's Concerns (00:21:57)****Impact of Denial (00:23:40)****Potential AI Risks (00:24:27)****Psychopathy and Decision-Making (00:26:28)****Personal and Societal Impact (00:28:46)****AI Risk Awareness (00:30:12)****Ethical Considerations (00:31:46)****AI Technology and Human Impact (00:34:28)****Exponential Growth and Risk (00:36:06)****Emotion and Empathy in AI (00:37:58)****Antenatalism and Ethical Debate (00:41:04)****The antenatal ideas (00:42:20)****Psychopathic tendencies among CEOs and decision making (00:43:27)****The power of social media in influencing change (00:46:12)****The unprecedented threat of human extinction from AI (00:49:03)****Teaching large language models to love humanity (00:50:11)****Proposed measures for AI regulation (00:59:27)****China's approach to AI safety regulations (01:01:12)****The threat of open sourcing AI (01:02:50)****Protecting children from AI temptations (01:04:26)****Challenges of policing AI-generated content (01:07:06)****Hope for the future and engaging in AI safety (01:10:33)****Performance by YG Marley and Lauryn Hill (01:14:26)****Final thoughts and call to action (01:22:28)** Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In episode 33 Trailer, host John Sherman talks with Dustin Burham, who is a dad, an anesthetist, an AI risk realist, and a podcast host himself about being a father while also understanding the realities of AI risk and the precarious moment we are living in.Please Donate Here To Help Promote For Humanityhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastThis podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This is a long form public service announcement. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.TIMESTAMPSParental Concerns (00:00:00) A parent expresses worries about AI risks and emphasizes the need for cautious progress.Risk Acceptance Threshold (00:00:50) The speaker discusses the acceptability of doom and risk in AI and robotics, drawing parallels with medical risk assessment.Zero Risk Standard (00:01:34) The speaker emphasizes the medical industry's zero-risk approach and contrasts it with the industry's acceptance of potential doom.Human Denial and Nuclear Brinksmanship (00:02:25) The power of denial and its impact on decision-making, including the tendency to ignore catastrophic possibilities.Doom Prediction (00:03:17) The speakers express high levels of concern about potential doom in the future, with a 98% doom prediction for 50 years.RESOURCES:Check out Dustin Burham’s fatherhood podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@thepresentfathersBUY STEPHEN HANSON’S BEAUTIFUL BOOK!!!https://stephenhansonart.bigcartel.com/product/the-entity-i-couldn-t-fathomJOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 2pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-riskBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemes Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

Could humans and AGIs live in a state of mutual symbiosis, like the ecostsystem of a coral reef?(FULL INTERVIEW STARTS AT 00:23:21)Please Donate Here To Help Promote For Humanityhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastIn episode 32, host John Sherman interviews BioComm AI CEO Peter Jensen. Peter is working on a number of AI-risk related projects. He believes it’s possible humans and AGIs can co-exist in mutual symbiosis.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This is a long form public service announcement. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.RESOURCES:BUY STEPHEN HANSON’S BEAUTIFUL BOOK!!!https://stephenhansonart.bigcartel.com/product/the-entity-i-couldn-t-fathomNYT: OpenAI Insiders Warn of a ‘Reckless’ Race for Dominancehttps://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/04/technology/openai-culture-whistleblowers.html?unlocked_article_code=1.xE0._mTr.aNO4f_hEp2J4&smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare&sgrp=c-cbDwarkesh Patel Interviews Another WhistleblowerLeopold Aschenbrenner - 2027 AGI, China/US Super-Intelligence Race, & The Return of HistoryRoman Yampolskiy on Lex FridmanRoman Yampolskiy: Dangers of Superintelligent AI | Lex Fridman Podcast #431Gladstone AI on Joe RoganJoe Rogan Experience #2156 - Jeremie & Edouard HarrisPeter Jenson’s Videos: HOW can AI Kill-us-All? So Simple, Even a Child can Understand (1:25) WHY do we want AI? For our Humanity (1:00) WHAT is the BIG Problem? Wanted: SafeAI Forever (3:00) FIRST do no harm. (Safe AI Blog)DECK. On For Humanity Podcast “Just the FACTS, please. WHY? WHAT? HOW?” (flip book)https://discover.safeaiforever.com/JOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 2pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-riskBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemesTIMESTAMPS:**The release of products that are safe (00:00:00)****Breakthroughs in AI research (00:00:41)****OpenAI whistleblower concerns (00:01:17)****Roman Yampolskiy's appearance on Lex Fridman podcast (00:02:27)****The capabilities and risks of AI systems (00:03:35)****Interview with Gladstone AI founders on Joe Rogan podcast (00:08:29)****OpenAI whistleblower's interview on Hard Fork podcast (00:14:08)****Peter Jensen's work on AI risk and media communication (00:20:01)****The interview with Peter Jensen (00:22:49)****Mutualistic Symbiosis and AI Containment (00:31:30)****The Probability of Catastrophic Outcome from AI (00:33:48)****The AI Safety Institute and Regulatory Efforts (00:42:18)****Regulatory Compliance and the Need for Safety (00:47:12)****The hard compute cap and hardware adjustment (00:47:47)****Physical containment and regulatory oversight (00:48:29)****Viewing the issue as a big business regulatory issue vs. a national security issue (00:50:18)****Funding and science for AI safety (00:49:59)****OpenAI's power allocation and ethical concerns (00:51:44)****Concerns about AI's impact on employment and societal well-being (00:53:12)****Parental instinct and the urgency of AI safety (00:56:32)** Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

Could humans and AGIs live in a state of mutual symbiosis, like the ecostsystem of a coral reef?Please Donate Here To Help Promote For Humanityhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastIn episode 32, host John Sherman interviews BioComm AI CEO Peter Jensen. Peter is working on a number of AI-risk related projects. He believes it’s possible humans and AGIs can co-exist in mutual symbiosis.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This is a long form public service announcement. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.Peter Jensen’s Video: HOW can AI Kill-us-All? So Simple, Even a Child can Understand (1:25) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8yrIfCQBgdE Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #31 John Sherman interviews a 29-year-old American truck driver about his concerns over human extinction and artificial intelligence. They discuss the urgency of raising awareness about AI risks, the potential job displacement in industries like trucking, and the geopolitical implications of AI advancements. Leighton shares his plans to start a podcast and possibly use filmmaking to engage the public in AI safety discussions. Despite skepticism from others, they stress the importance of community and dialogue in understanding and mitigating AI threats, with Leighton highlighting the risk of a "singleton event" and ethical concerns in AI development.Full Interview Starts at (00:10:18)Please Donate Here To Help Promote For Humanityhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastThis podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This is a long form public service announcement. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.Timestamps- Layton's Introduction (00:00:00)- Introduction to the Podcast (00:02:19)- Power of the First Followers (00:03:24)- Layton's Concerns about AI (00:08:49)- Layton's Background and AI Awareness (00:11:11)- Challenges in Spreading Awareness (00:14:18)- Distrust of Government and Family Involvement (00:23:20)- Government Imperfections (00:25:39)- AI Impact on National Security (00:26:45)- AGI Decision-Making (00:28:14)- Government Oversight of AGI (00:29:32)- Geopolitical Tension and AI (00:31:51)- Job Loss and AGI (00:37:20)- AI, Mining, and Space Race (00:38:02)- Public Engagement and AI (00:44:34)- Philosophical Perspective on AI (00:49:45)- The existential threat of AI (00:51:05)- Geopolitical tensions and AI risks (00:52:05)- AI's potential for global dominance (00:53:48)- Ethical concerns and AI welfare (01:01:21)- Preparing for AI risks (01:03:02)- The challenge of raising awareness (01:06:42)- A hopeful outlook (01:08:28)RESOURCES:Leighton’s Podcast on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@UrNotEvenBasedBroJOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 2pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-riskBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemes Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

Episode #31 TRAILER - “Trucker vs. AGI” For Humanity: An AI Risk PodcastIn Episode #31 TRAILER, John Sherman interviews a 29-year-old American truck driver about his concerns over human extinction and artificial intelligence.Please Donate Here To Help Promote For Humanityhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastThis podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This is a long form public service announcement. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.TimestampsThe challenge of keeping up (00:00:00) Discussion about the difficulty of staying informed amidst busy lives and the benefit of using podcasts to keep up.The impact of social media bubbles (00:01:22) Exploration of how social media algorithms create bubbles and the challenge of getting others to pay attention to important information.Geopolitical implications of technological advancements (00:02:00) Discussion about the potential implications of technological advancements, particularly in relation to artificial intelligence and global competition.Potential consequences of nationalizing AGI (00:04:21) Speculation on the potential consequences of nationalizing artificial general intelligence and the potential use of a pandemic to gain a competitive advantage.RESOURCES:JOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 2pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-riskBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemes Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

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Please Donate Here To Help Promote For Humanityhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastIn episode 30, John Sherman interviews Professor Olle Häggström on a wide range of AI risk topics. At the top of the list is the super-instability and the super-exodus from OpenAI’s super alignment team following the resignations of Jan Lieke and Ilya Sutskyver.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This is a long form public service announcement. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.RESOURCES:JOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 2pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-riskBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemes Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

Please Donate Here To Help Promote For Humanityhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastThe world is waking up to the existential danger of unaligned AGI. But we are racing against time. Some heroes are stepping up, people like this week’s guest Chris Gerrby. Chris was successful in organizing people against AI in Sweden. In early May he left Sweden, moved to England, and is now spending 14 hours a day 7 days a week to stop AGI. Learn how he plans to grow Pause AI as its new Chief Growth Officer and his thoughts on how to make the case for pausing AI.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This is a long form public service announcement. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.Timestamps:imestamps:Dropping Everything to Stop AGI (00:00:00) Chris Gerbe's dedication to working 14 hours a day to pause AI and the challenges he faces.OpenAI's Recent Events (00:01:11) Paused AI and Chris Gerrby's Involvement (00:05:28) Chris Gerrbys Journey and Involvement in AI Safety (00:06:44) Coping with the Dark Outlook of AI Risk (00:19:02) Beliefs About AGI Timeline (00:24:06) The pandemic risk (00:25:30) Losing control of AGI (00:26:40) Stealth control and treacherous turn (00:28:38) Relocation and intense work schedule (00:30:20)Growth strategy for PAI (00:33:39) Marketing and public relations (00:35:35) Tailoring communications and gaining members (00:39:41) Challenges in communicating urgency (00:44:36) Path to growth for Pause AI (00:48:51)Joining the Pause AI community (00:49:57) Community involvement and support (00:50:33) Pause AI's role in the AI landscape (00:51:22)Maintaining work-life balance (00:53:47) Adapting personal goals for the cause (00:55:50) Probability of achieving a pause in AI development (00:57:50)Finding hope in personal connections (01:00:24) RESOURCES:JOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 2pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-riskBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemes Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

Please Donate Here To Help Promote For Humanityhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastThe world is waking up to the existential danger of unaligned AGI. But we are racing against time. Some heroes are stepping up, people like this week’s guest Chris Gerrby. Chris was successful in organizing people against AI in Sweden. In early May he left Sweden, moved to England, and is now spending 14 hours a day 7 days a week to stop AGI. Learn how he plans to grow Pause AI as its new Chief Growth Officer and his thoughts on how to make the case for pausing AI.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This is a long form public service announcement. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.Timestamps:Tailoring Communication (00:00:51) The challenge of convincing others about the importance of a cause and the need to tailor communications to different audiences.Audience Engagement (00:02:13) Discussion on tailoring communication strategies to different audiences, including religious people, taxi drivers, and artists.RESOURCES:JOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 2pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-riskBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemes Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

Episode #28 - “AI Safety Equals Emergency Preparedness” For Humanity: An AI Safety PodcastFull Interview Starts At: (00:09:54)Please Donate Here To Help Promote For Humanityhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastBIG IDEA ALERT: This week’s show has something really big and really new. What if AI Safety didn’t have to carve out a new space in government–what if it could fit into already existing budgets. Emergency Preparedness–in the post 9-11 era–is a massively well funded area of federal and state government here in the US. There are agencies and organizations and big budgets already created to fund the prevention and recovery from disasters of all kinds, asteroids, pandemics, climate-related, terrorist-related, the list goes on an on.This week’s guest, AI Policy Researcher Akash Wasil, has had more than 80 meetings with congressional staffers about AI existential risk. In Episode 28 trailer, he goes over his framing of AI Safety as Emergency Preparedness, the US vs. China race dynamic, and the vibes on Capitol Hill about AI risk. What does congress think of AI risk?This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This is a long form public service announcement. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.JOIN THE PAUSE AI PROTEST MONDAY MAY 13THhttps://pauseai.info/2024-mayTIMESTAMPS:**Emergency Preparedness in AI (00:00:00)****Introduction to the Podcast (00:02:49)****Discussion on AI Risk and Disinformation (00:06:27)****Engagement with Lawmakers and Policy Development (00:09:54)****Control AI's Role in AI Risk Awareness (00:19:00)****Engaging with congressional offices (00:25:00)****Establishing AI emergency preparedness office (00:32:35)****Congressional focus on AI competitiveness (00:37:55)****Expert opinions on AI risks (00:40:38)****Commerce vs. national security (00:42:41)****US AI Safety Institute's placement (00:46:33)****Expert concerns and raising awareness (00:50:34)****Influence of protests on policy (00:57:00)****Public opinion on AI regulation (01:02:00)****Silicon Valley Culture vs. DC Culture (01:05:44)****International Cooperation and Red Lines (01:12:34)****Eliminating Race Dynamics in AI Development (01:19:56)****Government Involvement for AI Development (01:22:16)****Compute-Based Licensing Proposal (01:24:18)****AI Safety as Emergency Preparedness (01:27:43)****Closing Remarks (01:29:09)**RESOURCES:JOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 2pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-riskBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemes Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

Please Donate Here To Help Promote For Humanityhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastBIG IDEA ALERT: This week’s show has something really big and really new. What if AI Safety didn’t have to carve out a new space in government–what if it could fit into already existing budgets. Emergency Preparedness–in the post 9-11 era–is a massively well funded area of federal and state government here in the US. There are agencies and organizations and big budgets already created to fund the prevention and recovery from disasters of all kinds, asteroids, pandemics, climate-related, terrorist-related, the list goes on an on.This week’s guest, AI Policy Researcher Akash Wasil, has had more than 80 meetings with congressional staffers about AI existential risk. In Episode 28 trailer, he goes over his framing of AI Safety as Emergency Preparedness, the US vs. China race dynamic, and the vibes on Capitol Hill about AI risk. What does congress think of AI risk?This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This is a long form public service announcement. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.JOIN THE PAUSE AI PROTEST MONDAY MAY 13THhttps://pauseai.info/2024-mayTIMESTAMPS:The meetings with congressional staffers (00:00:00) Akash discusses his experiences and strategies for engaging with congressional staffers and policymakers regarding AI risks and national security threats.Understanding AI risks and national security (00:00:14) Akash highlights the interest and enthusiasm among policymakers to learn more about AI risks, particularly in the national security space.Messaging and communication strategies (00:01:09) Akash emphasizes the importance of making less intuitive threat models understandable and getting the time of day from congressional offices.Emergency preparedness in AI risk (00:02:45) Akash introduces the concept of emergency preparedness in the context of AI risk and its relevance to government priorities.Preparedness approach to uncertain events (00:04:17) Akash discusses the preparedness approach to dealing with uncertain events and the significance of having a playbook in place.Prioritizing AI in national security (00:06:08) Akash explains the strategic prioritization of engaging with key congressional offices focused on AI in the context of national security.Policymaker concerns and China's competitiveness (00:07:03) Akash addresses the predominant concern among policymakers about China's competitiveness in AI and its impact on national security.AI development and governance safeguards (00:08:15) Akash emphasizes the need to raise awareness about AI research and development misalignment and loss of control threats in the context of China's competitiveness.RESOURCES:JOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 2pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-riskBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemes Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

Episode #27 - “1800 Mile AGI Protest Road Trip” For Humanity: An AI Safety PodcastPlease Donate Here To Help Promote This Showhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastIn episode #27, host John Sherman interviews Jon Dodd and Rev. Trevor Bingham of the World Pause Coalition about their recent road trip to San Francisco to protest outside the gates of OpenAI headquarters. A group of six people drove 1800 miles to be there. We hear firsthand what happens when OpenAI employees meet AI risk realists.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This is a long form public service announcement. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.JOIN THE PAUSE AI PROTEST MONDAY MAY 13THhttps://pauseai.info/2024-mayTIMESTAMPS:The protest at OpenAI (00:00:00) Discussion on the non-violent protest at the OpenAI headquarters and the response from the employees.The Road Trip to Protest (00:09:31) Description of the road trip to San Francisco for a protest at OpenAI, including a video of the protest and interactions with employees.Formation of the World Pause Coalition (00:15:07) Introduction to the World Pause Coalition and its mission to raise awareness about AI and superintelligence.Challenges and Goals of Protesting (00:18:31) Exploration of the challenges and goals of protesting AI risks, including education, government pressure, and environmental impact.The smaller countries' stakes (00:22:53) Highlighting the importance of smaller countries' involvement in AI safety negotiations and protests.San Francisco protest (00:25:29) Discussion about the experience and impact of the protest at the OpenAI headquarters in San Francisco.Interactions with OpenAI workers (00:26:56) Insights into the interactions with OpenAI employees during the protest, including their responses and concerns.Different approaches to protesting (00:41:33) Exploration of peaceful protesting as the preferred approach, contrasting with more extreme methods used by other groups.Embrace Safe AI (00:43:47) Discussion about finding a position for the company that aligns with concerns about AI and the need for safe AI.Suffering Risk (00:48:24) Exploring the concept of suffering risk associated with superintelligence and the potential dangers of AGI.Religious Leaders' Role (00:52:39) Discussion on the potential role of religious leaders in raising awareness and mobilizing support for AI safety.Personal Impact of AI Concerns (01:03:52) Reflection on the personal weight of understanding AI risks and maintaining hope for a positive outcome.Finding Catharsis in Taking Action (01:08:12) How taking action to help feels cathartic and alleviates the weight of the issue.Weighing the Impact on Future Generations (01:09:18) The heavy burden of concern for future generations and the motivation to act for their benefit.RESOURCES:Best Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemesJOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 2pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-risk Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

Please Donate Here To Help Promote This Showhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastIn episode #27 Trailer, host John Sherman interviews Jon Dodd and Rev. Trevor Bingham of the World Pause Coaltion about their recent road trip to San Francisco to protest outside the gates of OpenAI headquarters. A group of six people drove 1800 miles to be there. We hear firsthand what happens when OpenAI employees meet AI risk realists.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.Best Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemesJOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 2pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-risk Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

Please Donate Here To Help Promote This Showhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastIn episode #26, host John Sherman and Pause AI US Founder Holly Elmore talk about AI risk. They discuss how AI surprised everyone by advancing so fast, what it’s like for employees at OpenAI working on safety, and why it’s so hard for people to imagine what they can’t imagine.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.TIMESTAMPS:Resources:Azeer Azar+Connor Leahy PodcastDebating the existential risk of AI, with Connor LeahyBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemesJOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 3pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-risk Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

Please Donate Here To Help Promote This Showhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastIn episode #26 TRAILER, host John Sherman and Pause AI US Founder Holly Elmore talk about AI risk. They discuss how AI surprised everyone by advancing so fast, what it’s like for employees at OpenAI working on safety, and why it’s so hard for people to imagine what they can’t imagine.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.TIMESTAMPS:The surprise of rapid progress in AI (00:00:00) Former OpenAI employee's perspective on the unexpected speed of AI development and its impact on safety.Concerns about OpenAI's focus on safety (00:01:00) The speaker's decision to start his own company due to the lack of sufficient safety focus within OpenAI and the belief in the inevitability of advancing AI technology.Differing perspectives on AI risks (00:01:53) Discussion about the urgency and approach to AI development, including skepticism and the limitations of human imagination in understanding AI risks.Best Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemesJOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 3pm EST / discord https://discord.com/invite/pVMWjddaW722 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIShttps://www.safe.ai/work/statement-on-ai-risk Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

Episode #25 - “Does The AI Safety Movement Have It All Wrong?” Dr. Émile Torres Interview, For Humanity: An AI Safety PodcastFULL INTERVIEW STARTS AT (00:08:20)DONATE HERE TO HELP PROMOTE THIS SHOWhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/forhumanitypodcastIn episode #25, host John Sherman and Dr. Emile Torres explore the concept of humanity's future and the rise of artificial general intelligence (AGI) and machine superintelligence. Dr. Torres lays out his view that the AI safety movement has it all wrong on existential threat. Concerns are voiced about the potential risks of advanced AI, questioning the effectiveness of AI safety research and the true intentions of companies like OpenAI. Dr. Torres supports a full "stop AI" movement, doubting the benefits of pursuing such powerful AI technologies and highlighting the potential for catastrophic outcomes if AI systems become misaligned with human values or not. The discussion also touches on the urgency of solving AI control problems to avoid human extinction.Émile P. Torres is a philosopher whose research focuses on existential threats to civilization and humanity. They have published widely in the popular press and scholarly journals, with articles appearing in the Washington Post, Aeon, Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, Metaphilosophy, Inquiry, Erkenntnis, and Futures.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.TIMESTAMPS:**The definition of human extinction and AI Safety Podcast Introduction (00:00:00)****Paul Christiano's perspective on AI risks and debate on AI safety (00:03:51)****Interview with Dr. Emil Torres on transhumanism, AI safety, and historical perspectives (00:08:17)****Challenges to AI safety concerns and the speculative nature of AI arguments (00:29:13)****AI's potential catastrophic risks and comparison with climate change (00:47:49)****Defining intelligence, AGI, and unintended consequences of AI (00:56:13)****Catastrophic Risks of Advanced AI and perspectives on AI Safety (01:06:34)****Inconsistencies in AI Predictions and the Threats of Advanced AI (01:15:19)****Curiosity in AGI and the ethical implications of building superintelligent systems (01:22:49)****Challenges of discussing AI safety and effective tools to convince the public (01:27:26)****Tangible harms of AI and hopeful perspectives on the future (01:37:00)****Parental instincts and the need for self-sacrifice in AI risk action (01:43:53)**RESOURCES:THE TWO MAIN PAPERS ÉMILE LOOKS TO MAKING HIS CASE:Against the singularity hypothesis By David Thorstad: https://philpapers.org/archive/THOATS-5.pdfChallenges to the Omohundro—Bostrom framework for AI motivations By Oleg Häggstrom: https://www.math.chalmers.se/~olleh/ChallengesOBframeworkDeanonymized.pdfPaul Christiano on BanklessHow We Prevent the AI’s from Killing us with Paul ChristianoEmile Torres TruthDig Articles:https://www.truthdig.com/author/emile-p-torres/https://www.amazon.com/Human-Extinction-Annihilation-Routledge-Technology/dp/1032159065Best Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes https://twitter.com/AISafetyMemesJOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AI Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

DONATE HERE TO HELP PROMOTE THIS SHOWEpisode #25 TRAILER - “Does The AI Safety Movement Have It All Wrong?” Dr. Émile Torres Interview, For Humanity: An AI Safety PodcastIn episode #25 TRAILER, host John Sherman and Dr. Emile Torres explore the concept of humanity's future and the rise of artificial general intelligence (AGI) and machine superintelligence. Dr. Torres lays out his view that the AI safety movement has it all wrong on existential threat. Concerns are voiced about the potential risks of advanced AI, questioning the effectiveness of AI safety research and the true intentions of companies like OpenAI. Dr. Torres supports a full "stop AI" movement, doubting the benefits of pursuing such powerful AI technologies and highlighting the potential for catastrophic outcomes if AI systems become misaligned with human values or not. The discussion also touches on the urgency of solving AI control problems to avoid human extinction.Émile P. Torres is a philosopher whose research focuses on existential threats to civilization and humanity. They have published widely in the popular press and scholarly journals, with articles appearing in the Washington Post, Aeon, Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, Metaphilosophy, Inquiry, Erkenntnis, and Futures.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.TIMESTAMPS:Defining Humanity and Future Descendants (00:00:00) Discussion on the concept of humanity, future descendants, and the implications of artificial general intelligence (AGI) and machine superintelligence.Concerns about AI Safety Research (00:01:11) Expressing concerns about the approach of AI safety research and skepticism about the intentions of companies like OpenAI.Questioning the Purpose of Building Advanced AI Systems (00:02:23) Expressing skepticism about the purpose and potential benefits of building advanced AI systems and being sympathetic to the "stop AI" movement.RESOURCES:Emile Torres TruthDig Articles:https://www.truthdig.com/author/emile-p-torres/Emile Torres Latest Book:Human Extinction (Routledge Studies in the History of Science, Technology and Medicine) 1st Editionhttps://www.amazon.com/Human-Extinction-Annihilation-Routledge-Technology/dp/1032159065Best Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes JOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 3pm EST / discord 22 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIS Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In episode #24, host John Sherman and Nonlinear Co-founder Kat Woods discusses the critical need for prioritizing AI safety in the face of developing superintelligent AI. In this conversation, Kat and John discuss the topic of AI safety and the potential risks associated with artificial superintelligence. Kat shares her personal transformation from being a skeptic to becoming an advocate for AI safety. They explore the idea that AI could pose a near-term threat rather than just a long-term concern. They also discuss the importance of prioritizing AI safety over other philanthropic endeavors and the need for talented individuals to work on this issue. Kat highlights potential ways in which AI could harm humanity, such as creating super viruses or starting a nuclear war. They address common misconceptions, including the belief that AI will need humans or that it will be human-like. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the urgency of addressing AI safety and the need for greater awareness and action. The conversation delves into the dangers of AI and the need for AI safety. The speakers discuss the potential risks of creating superintelligent AI that could harm humanity. They highlight the ethical concerns of creating AI that could suffer and the moral responsibility we have towards these potential beings. They also discuss the importance of funding AI safety research and the need for better regulation. The conversation ends on a hopeful note, with the speakers expressing optimism about the growing awareness and concern regarding AI safety.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.TIMESTAMPS:AI Safety Urgency (00:00:00) Emphasizing the immediate need to focus on AI safety.Superintelligent AI World (00:00:50) Considering the impact of AI smarter than humans.AI Safety Charities (00:02:37) The necessity for more AI safety-focused charities.Personal AI Safety Advocacy Journey (00:10:10) Kat Woods' transformation into an AI safety advocate.AI Risk Work Encouragement (00:16:03) Urging skilled individuals to tackle AI risks.AI Safety's Global Impact (00:17:06) AI safety's pivotal role in global challenges.AI Safety Prioritization Struggles (00:18:02) The difficulty of making AI safety a priority.Wealthy Individuals and AI Safety (00:19:55) Challenges for the wealthy in focusing on AI safety.Superintelligent AI Threats (00:23:12) Potential global dangers posed by superintelligent AI.Limits of Imagining Superintelligent AI (00:28:02) The struggle to fully grasp superintelligent AI's capabilities.AI Containment Risks (00:32:19) The problem of effectively containing AI.AI's Human-Like Risks (00:33:53) Risks of AI with human-like qualities.AI Dangers (00:34:20) Potential ethical and safety risks of AI.AI Ethical Concerns (00:37:03) Ethical considerations in AI development.Nonlinear's Role in AI Safety (00:39:41) Nonlinear's contributions to AI safety work.AI Safety Donations (00:41:53) Guidance on supporting AI safety financially.Effective Altruism and AI Safety (00:49:43) The relationship between effective altruism and AI safety.AI Safety Complexity (00:52:12) The intricate nature of AI safety issues.AI Superintelligence Urgency (00:53:52) The critical timing and power of AI superintelligence.AI Safety Work Perception (00:56:06) Changing the image of AI safety efforts.AI Safety and Government Regulation (00:59:23) The potential for regulatory influence on AI safety.Entertainment's AI Safety Role (01:04:24) How entertainment can promote AI safety awareness.AI Safety Awareness Progress (01:05:37) Growing recognition and response to AI safety.AI Safety Advocacy Funding (01:08:06) The importance of financial support for AI safety advocacy.Effective Altruists and Rationalists Views (01:10:22) The stance of effective altruists and rationalists on AI safety.AI Risk Marketing (01:11:46) The case for using marketing to highlight AI risks.RESOURCES:Nonlinear: https://www.nonlinear.org/Best Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes JOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 3pm EST / discord 22 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAISco Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.

In episode #24, host John Sherman and Nonlinear Co-founder Kat Woods discusses the critical need for prioritizing AI safety in the face of developing superintelligent AI. She compares the challenge to the Titanic's course towards an iceberg, stressing the difficulty in convincing people of the urgency. Woods argues that AI safety is a matter of both altruism and self-preservation. She uses human-animal relations to illustrate the potential consequences of a disparity in intelligence between humans and AI. She notes a positive shift in the perception of AI risks, from fringe to mainstream concern, and shares a personal anecdote from her time in Africa, which informed her views on the universal aversion to death and the importance of preventing harm. Woods's realization of the increasing probability of near-term AI risks further emphasizes the immediate need for action in AI safety.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.RESOURCES:Nonlinear: https://www.nonlinear.org/Best Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes JOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 3pm EST / discord 22 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAISco Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

FULL INTERVIEW STARTS AT (00:22:26)Episode #23 - “AI Acceleration Debate” For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast e/acc: Suicide or Salvation? In episode #23, AI Risk-Realist John Sherman and Accelerationist Paul Leszczynski debate AI accelerationism, the existential risks and benefits of AI, questioning the AI safety movement and discussing the concept of AI as humanity's child. They talk about whether AI should align with human values and the potential consequences of alignment. Paul has some wild views, including that AI safety efforts could inadvertently lead to the very dangers they aim to prevent. The conversation touches on the philosophy of accelerationism and the influence of human conditioning on our understanding of AI. This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.TIMESTAMPS:TRAILER (00:00:00)INTRO: (00:5:40)INTERVIEW: Paul Luzinski Interview (00:22:36) John Sherman interviews AI advocate Luzinski.YouTube Channel Motivation (00:24:14) Luzinski's pro-acceleration channel reasons.AI Threat Viewpoint (00:28:24) Luzinski on AI as existential threat.AI Impact Minority Opinion (00:32:23) Luzinski's take on AI's minority view impact.Tech Regulation Need (00:33:03) Regulatory oversight on tech startups debated.Post-2008 Financial Regulation (00:34:16) Financial regulation effects and big company influence discussed.Tech CEOs' Misleading Claims (00:36:31) Tech CEOs' public statement intentions.Social Media Influence (00:38:09) Social media's advertising effectiveness.AI Risk Speculation (00:41:32) Potential AI risks and regulatory impact.AI Safety Movement Integrity (00:43:53) AI safety movement's motives challenged.AI Alignment: Business or Moral? (00:47:27) AI alignment as business or moral issue.AI Doomsday Believer Types (00:53:27) Four types of AI doomsday believers.AI Doomsday Belief Authenticity (00:54:22) Are AI doomsday believers genuine?Geoffrey Hinton's AI Regret (00:57:24) Hinton's regret over AI work.AI's Self-Perception (00:58:57) Will AI see itself as part of humanity?AGI's Conditioning Debate (01:00:22) AGI's training vs. human-like start.AGI's Independent Decisions (01:11:33) Risks of AGI's autonomous actions.AGI's View on Humans (01:15:47) AGI's potential post-singularity view of humans.AI Safety Criticism (01:16:24) Critique of AI safety assumptions.AI Engineers' Concerns (01:19:15) AI engineers' views on AI's dangers.AGI's Training Impact (01:31:49) Effect of AGI's training data origin.AI Development Cap (01:32:34) Theoretical limit of AI intelligence.Intelligence Types (01:33:39) Intelligence beyond academics.AGI's National Loyalty (01:40:16) AGI's allegiance to its creator nation.Tech CEOs' Trustworthiness (01:44:13) Tech CEOs' trust in AI development.Reflections on Discussion (01:47:12) Thoughts on the AI risk conversation.Next Guest & Engagement (01:49:50) Introduction of next guest and call to action.RESOURCES:Paul’s Nutty Youtube Channel: Accel News NetworkBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes JOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 3pm EST / discord 22 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIS Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

Suicide or Salvation? In episode #23 TRAILER, AI Risk-Realist John Sherman and Accelerationist Paul Leszczynski debate AI accelerationism, the existential risks and benefits of AI, questioning the AI safety movement and discussing the concept of AI as humanity's child. They ponder whether AI should align with human values and the potential consequences of such alignment. Paul suggests that AI safety efforts could inadvertently lead to the very dangers they aim to prevent. The conversation touches on the philosophy of accelerationism and the influence of human conditioning on our understanding of AI.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.TIMESTAMPS:Is AI an existential threat to humanity? (00:00:00) Debate on the potential risks of AI and its impact on humanity.The AI safety movement (00:00:42) Discussion on the perception of AI safety as a religion and the philosophy of accelerationism.Human conditioning and perspectives on AI (00:02:01) Exploration of how human conditioning shapes perspectives on AI and the concept of AGI as a human creation.Aligning AI and human values (00:04:24) Debate on the dangers of aligning AI with human ideologies and the potential implications for humanity.RESOURCES:Paul’s Youtube Channel: Accel News NetworkBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes JOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 3pm EST / discord 22 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIS Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #22, host John Sherman critically examines Sam Altman's role as CEO of OpenAI, focusing on the ethical and safety challenges of AI development. The discussion critiques Altman's lack of public accountability and the risks his decisions pose to humanity. Concerns are raised about the governance of AI, the potential for AI to cause harm, and the need for safety measures and regulations. The episode also explores the societal impact of AI, the possibility of AI affecting the physical world, and the importance of public awareness and engagement in AI risk discussions. Overall, the episode emphasizes the urgency of responsible AI development and the crucial role of oversight.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.RESOURCES:Vanity Fair Gushes in 2015Business Insider: Sam Altman’s Act May Be Wearing ThinOprah and Maya AngelouBest Account on Twitter: AI Notkilleveryoneism Memes JOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 3pm EST / discord 22 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAISTimestamps:The man who holds the power (00:00:00) Discussion about Sam Altman's power and its implications for humanity.The safety crisis (00:01:11) Concerns about safety in AI technology and the need for protection against potential risks.Sam Altman's decisions and vision (00:02:24) Examining Sam Altman's role, decisions, and vision for AI technology and its impact on society.Sam Altman's actions and accountability (00:04:14) Critique of Sam Altman's actions and accountability regarding the release of AI technology.Reflections on getting fired (00:11:01) Sam Altman's reflections and emotions after getting fired from OpenAI's board.Silencing of concerns (00:19:25) Discussion about the silencing of individuals concerned about AI safety, particularly Ilya Sutskever.Relationship with Elon Musk (00:20:08) Sam Altman's sentiments and hopes regarding his relationship with Elon Musk amidst tension and legal matters.Legal implications of AI technology (00:22:23) Debate on the fairness of training AI under copyright law and its legal implications.The value of data (00:22:32) Sam Altman discusses the compensation for valuable data and its use.Safety concerns (00:23:41) Discussion on the process for ensuring safety in AI technology.Broad definition of safety (00:24:24) Exploring the various potential harms and impacts of AI, including technical, societal, and economic aspects.Lack of trust and control (00:27:09) Sam Altman's admission about the power and control over AGI and the need for governance.Public apathy towards AI risk (00:31:49) Addressing the common reasons for public inaction regarding AI risk awareness.Celebration of life (00:34:20) A personal reflection on the beauty of music and family, with a message about the celebration of life.Conclusion (00:38:25) Closing remarks and a preview of the next episode. Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In episode #22, host John Sherman critically examines Sam Altman's role as CEO of OpenAI, focusing on the ethical and safety challenges of AI development. The discussion critiques Altman's lack of public accountability and the risks his decisions pose to humanity. Concerns are raised about the governance of AI, the potential for AI to cause harm, and the need for safety measures and regulations. The episode also explores the societal impact of AI, the possibility of AI affecting the physical world, and the importance of public awareness and engagement in AI risk discussions. Overall, the episode emphasizes the urgency of responsible AI development and the crucial role of oversight.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.RESOURCES:JOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 3pm EST / discord 22 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAISn this AI Safety Podcast episode, host John Sherman critically examines Sam Altman's role as CEO of OpenAI, focusing on the ethical and safety challenges of AI development. The discussion critiques Altman's lack of public accountability and the risks his decisions pose to humanity. Concerns are raised about the governance of AI, the potential for AI to cause harm, and the need for safety measures and regulations. The episode also explores the societal impact of AI, the possibility of AI affecting the physical world, and the importance of public awareness and engagement in AI risk discussions. Overall, the episode emphasizes the urgency of responsible AI development and the crucial role of oversight.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.RESOURCES:JOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 3pm EST / discord 22 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIS Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

“Why AI Killing You Isn’t On The News” For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast Episode #21Interview starts at 20:10Some highlights of John’s news career start at 9:14In In Episode #21 “Why AI Killing You Isn’t On The News” Casey Clark Interview,, host John Sherman and WJZY-TV News Director Casey Clark explore the significant underreporting of AI's existential risks in the media. They recount a disturbing incident where AI bots infiltrated a city council meeting, spewing hateful messages. The conversation delves into the challenges of conveying the complexities of artificial general intelligence to the public and the media's struggle to present such abstract concepts compellingly. They predict job losses as the first major AI-related news story to break through and speculate on the future of AI-generated news anchors, emphasizing the need for human reporters in the field.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.RESOURCES:JOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 3pm EST / discord See more of John’s Talk in Philly:https://x.com/ForHumanityPod/status/1772449876388765831?s=20FOLLOW DAVID SHAPIRO ON YOUTUBE!David Shapiro - YouTube22 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAIS Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #21 TRAILER “Why AI Killing You Isn’t On The News” Casey Clark Interview, John Sherman interviews WJZY-TV News Director Casey Clark about TV news coverage of AI existential risk.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.RESOURCES:JOIN THE FIGHT, help Pause AI!!!!Pause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 3pm EST / discord Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #20 “AI Safety Debate: Risk Realist vs Coding Cowboy” John Sherman debates AI risk with lifelong coder and current Chief AI Officer Mark Tellez. The full show conversation covers issues like can AI systems be contained to the digital world, should we build data centers with explosives lining the walls just in case, are the AI CEOs just big liars. Mark believes we are on a safe course, and when that changes we will have time to react. John disagrees. What follows is a candid and respectful exchange of ideas.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.Community Note: So, after much commentary, I have done away with the Doom Rumble during the trailers. I like(d) it, I think it adds some drama, but the people have spoken and it is dead. RIP Doom Rumble, 2023--2024. Also I had a bit of a head cold at the time of some of the recording and sound a little nasal in the open and close, my apologies lol, but a few sniffles can’t stop this thing!!RESOURCES:Time Article on the New Report:AI Poses Extinction-Level Risk, State-Funded Report Says | TIMEJohn's Upcoming Talk in Philadelphia!It is open to the public, you will need to make a free account at meetup.comhttps://www.meetup.com/philly-net/eve...FOLLOW DAVID SHAPIRO ON YOUTUBE!David Shapiro - YouTubeDave Shapiro’s New Video where he talks about For HumanityAGI: What will the first 90 days be like? And more VEXING questions from the audience!22 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAISPause AIPause AIJoin the Pause AI Weekly Discord Thursdays at 3pm EST / discord Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #20 “AI Safety Debate: Risk Realist vs Coding Cowboy” TRAILER, John Sherman debates AI risk with a lifelong coder and current Chief AI Officer. The full show conversation covers issues like can AI systems be contained to the digital world, should we build data centers with explosives lining the walls just in case, are the AI CEOs just big liars. Mark believes we are on a safe course, and when that changes we will have time to react. John disagrees. What follows is a candid and respectful exchange of ideas.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.Community Note: So after much commentary I have done away with the Doom Rumble during the trailers. I like(d) it, I think it adds some drama, but the people have spoken and it is dead. RIP Doom Rumble, 2023--2024. Also I had a bit of a head cold at the time of some of the recording and sound a little nasal in the open and close, my apologies lol, but a few sniffles can’t stop this thing!!RESOURCES:Time Article on the New Report:AI Poses Extinction-Level Risk, State-Funded Report Says | TIMEFOLLOW DAVID SHAPIRO ON YOUTUBE!David Shapiro - YouTubeDave Shapiro’s New Video where he talks about For HumanityAGI: What will the first 90 days be like? And more VEXING questions from the audience!22 Word Statement from Center for AI SafetyStatement on AI Risk | CAISPause AIPause AI Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #19, “David Shapiro Interview” John talks with AI/Tech YouTube star David Shapiro. David has several successful YouTube channels. His main channel (link below: go follow him!), with more than 140k subscribers, is a constant source of new AI and AGI and post-labor economy-related video content. Dave does a great job breaking things down.But a lot Dave’s content is about a post AGI future. And this podcast’s main concern is that we won’t get there, cuz AGI will kill us all first. So this show is a two part conversation, first about if we can live past AGI, and second, about the issues we’d face in a world where humans and AGIs are co-existing. John and David discuss how humans can stay in in control of a superintelligence, what their p-dooms are, and what happens to the energy companies if fusion is achieved.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.RESOURCES:FOLLOW DAVID SHAPIRO ON YOUTUBE!https://youtube.com/@DaveShap?si=o_USH-v0fDyo23fm Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #19 TRAILER, “David Shapiro Interview” John talks with AI/Tech YouTube star David Shapiro. David has several successful YouTube channels, his main channel (link below go follow him!), with more than 140k subscribers, is a constant source of new AI and AGI and post-labor economy-related video content. Dave does a great job breaking things down.But a lot Dave’s content is about a post-AGI future. And this podcast’s main concern is that we won’t get there, cuz AGI will kill us all first. So this show is a two-part conversation, first about if we can live past AGI, and second, about the issues we’d face in a world where humans and AGIs are co-existing. In this trailer, Dave gets to the edge of giving his (p)-doom.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.FOLLOW DAVID SHAPIRO ON YOUTUBE!https://youtube.com/@DaveShap?si=o_USH-v0fDyo23fm Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #17, AI Risk + Jenga, Liron Shapira Interview, John talks with tech CEO and AI Risk Activist Liron Shapira about a broad range of AI risk topics centered around existential risk. Liron likens AI Risk to a game of Jenga, where there are a finite number of pieces, and each one you pull out leaves you one closer to collapse. He says something like Sora, seemingly just a video innovation, could actually end all life on earth.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.Resources:Liron's Youtube Channel:https://youtube.com/@liron00?si=cqIo5...More on rationalism:https://www.lesswrong.com/More on California State Senate Bill SB-1047:https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/fa...https://thezvi.substack.com/p/on-the-...Warren Wolfhttps://youtu.be/OZDwzBnn6uc?si=o5BjlRwfy7yuIRCL Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #17 TRAILER, "AI Risk=Jenga", Liron Shapira Interview, John talks with tech CEO and AI Risk Activist Liron Shapira about a broad range of AI risk topics centered around existential risk. Liron likens AI Risk to a game of Jenga, where there are a finite number of pieces, and each one you pull out leaves you one closer to collapse. He explains how something like Sora, seemingly just a video tool, is actually a significant, real Jenga piece, and could actually end all life on earth.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity. Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #16, AI Risk Denier Down, things get weird.This show did not have to be like this. Our guest in Episode #16 is Timothy Lee, a computer scientist and journalist who founded and runs understandingai.org. Tim has written about AI risk many times, including these two recent essays:https://www.understandingai.org/p/why...https://www.understandingai.org/p/why...Tim was not prepared to discuss this work, which is when things started to get off the rails.For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.MY QUESTIONS FOR TIM (We didn’t even get halfway through lol, Youtube wont let me put all of them so I'm just putting the second essay questions)OK lets get into your second essay "Why I'm not afraid of superintelligent AI taking over the world" from 11/15/23-You find chess as a striking example of how AI will not take over the world-But I’d like to talk about AI safety researcher Steve Omohundro’s take on chess-He says if you had an unaligned AGI you asked to get better at chess, it would first break into other servers to steal computing power so it would be better at Chess. Then when you discover this and try to stop it by turning it off, it sees your turning it off as a threat to it’s improving at chess, so it murders you.-Where is he wrong? -You wrote: “Think about a hypothetical graduate student. Let’s say that she was able to reach the frontiers of physics knowledge after reading 20 textbooks. Could she have achieved a superhuman understanding of physics by reading 200 textbooks? Obviously not. Those extra 180 textbooks contain a lot of words, they don’t contain very much knowledge she doesn’t already have. So too with AI systems. I suspect that on many tasks, their performance will start to plateau around human-level performance. Not because they “run out of data,” but because they reached the frontiers of human knowledge.”-In this you seem to assume that any one human is capable of mastering all of knowledge in a subject area better than any AI, because you seem to believe that one human is capable of holding ALL of the knowledge available on a given subject. -This is ludicrous to me. You think humans are far too special. -AN AGI WILL HAVE READ EVERY BOOK EVER WRITTEN. MILLIONS OF BOOKS. ACTIVELY CROSS-REFERENCING ACROSS EVERY DISCIPLINE. -How could any humans possibly compete with an AGI system than never sleeps and can read every word ever written in any language? No human could ever do this.-Are you saying humans are the most perfect vessels of knowledge consumption possible in the universe?-A human who has read 1000 books on one area can compete with an AGI who has read millions of books in thousands of areas for knowledge? Really?-You wrote: “AI safetyists assume that all problems can be solved with the application of enough brainpower. But for many problems, having the right knowledge matters more. And a lot of economically significant knowledge is not contained in any public data set. It’s locked up in the brains and private databases of millions of individuals and organizations spread across the economy and around the world.”-Why do you assume an unaligned AGI would not raid every private database on earth in a very short time and take in all this knowledge you find so special?-Does this claim rest on the security protocols of the big AI companies?-Security protocols, even at OpenAI, are seen to be highly vulnerable to large-scale nation-state hacking. If China could hack into OpenAI, and AGI could surely hack into either or anything. An AGI’s ability to spot and exploit vulnerabilities in human written code is widely predicted. -Lets see if we can leave this conversation with a note of agreement. Is there anything you think we can agree on? Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #16 TRAILER, AI Risk Denier Down, things get weird.This show did not have to be like this. Our guest in Episode #16 is Timothy Lee, a computer scientist and journalist who founded and runs understandingai.org. Tim has written about AI risk many times, including these two recent essays:https://www.understandingai.org/p/why-im-not-afraid-of-superintelligenthttps://www.understandingai.org/p/why-im-not-worried-about-ai-takingTim was not prepared to discuss this work, which is when things started to get off the rails.For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity. Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #15, AI Risk Superbowl I: Conner vs. Beff, Highlights and Post-Game Analysis, John takes a look at the recent debate on the Machine Learning Street Talk Podcast between AI safety hero Connor Leahy and Acceleration cult leader Beff Jezos, aka Guillaume Vendun. The epic three hour debate took place on 2/2/24.With a mix of highlights and analysis, John, with Beff’s help, reveals the truth about the e/acc movement: it’s anti-human at its core.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.Resources:Machine Learning Street Talk - YouTubeFull Debate, e/acc Leader Beff Jezos vs Doomer Connor Leahye/acc Leader Beff Jezos vs Doomer Connor LeahyHow Guillaume Verdon Became BEFF JEZOS, Founder of e/accHow Guillaume Verdon Became BEFF JEZOS, Founder of e/accGuillaume Verdon: Beff Jezos, E/acc Movement, Physics, Computation & AGI | Lex Fridman Podcast #407Guillaume Verdon: Beff Jezos, E/acc Movement, Physics, Computation & AGI | Lex Fridman Podcast #407Next week’s guest Timothy Lee’s Website and related writing:https://www.understandingai.org/https://www.understandingai.org/p/why...https://www.understandingai.org/p/why... Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #15 TRAILER, AI Risk Super Bowl I: Conner vs. Beff, Highlights and Post-Game Analysis, John takes a look at the recent debate on the Machine Learning Street Talk Podcast between AI safety hero Connor Leahy and Acceleration cult leader Beff Jezos, aka Guillaume Vendun. The epic three hour debate took place on 2/2/24.With a mix of highlights and analysis, John, with Beff’s help, reveals the truth about the e/acc movement: it’s anti-human at its core.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity. Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #13, “Uncontrollable AI” TRAILER John Sherman interviews Darren McKee, author of Uncontrollable: The Threat of Artificial Superintelligence and the Race to Save the World.In this Trailer, Darren starts off on an optimistic note by saying AI Safety is winning. You don’t often hear it, but Darren says the world has moved on AI Safety with greater speed and focus and real promise than most in the AI community had thought was possible.Apologies for the laggy cam on Darren!Darren’s book is an excellent resource, like this podcast it is intended for the general public. This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.Resources:Darren’s Bookhttps://www.amazon.com/Uncontrollable...My Dad's Favorite Messiah Recording (3:22-6:-55 only lol!!)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lFjQ7...Sample letter/email to an elected official:Dear XXXX-I'm a constituent of yours, I have lived in your district for X years. I'm writing today because I am gravely concerned about the existential threat to humanity from Artificial Intelligence. It is the most important issue in human history, nothing else is close.Have you read the 22-word statement from the Future of Life Institute on 5/31/23 that Sam Altman and all the big AI CEOs signed? It reads: "Mitigating the risk of extinction from AI should be a global priority alongside other societal scale risks such as pandemics and nuclear war."Do you believe them? If so, what are you doing to prevent human extinction? If not, why don't you believe them?Most prominent AI safety researchers say the default outcome, if we do not make major changes right now, is that AI will kill every living thing on earth, within 1-50 years. This is not science fiction or hyperbole. This is our current status quo.It's like a pharma company saying they have a drug they say can cure all diseases, but it hasn't been through any clinical trials and it may also kill anyone who takes it. Then, with no oversight or regulation, they have put the new drug in the public water supply. Big AI is making tech they openly admit they cannot control, do not understand how it works, and could kill us all. Their resources are 99:1 on making the tech stronger and faster, not safer. And yet they move forward, daily, with no oversight or regulation.I am asking you to become a leader in AI safety. Many policy ideas could help, and you could help them become law. Things like liability reform so AI companies are liable for harm, hard caps on compute power, and tracking and reporting of all chip locations at a certain level.I'd like to discuss this with you or someone from your office over the phone or a Zoom. Would that be possible?Thanks very much.XXXXXXAddressPhone Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #13, “Uncontrollable AI” TRAILER John Sherman interviews Darren McKee, author of Uncontrollable: The Threat of Artificial Superintelligence and the Race to Save the World.In this Trailer, Darren starts off on an optimistic note by saying AI Safety is winning. You don’t often hear it, but Darren says the world has moved on AI Safety with greater speed and focus and real promise than most in the AI community had thought was possible.Darren’s book is an excellent resource, like this podcast it is intended for the general public. This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.Resources:Darren’s Book Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #12, we have our first For Humanity debate!! John talks with Theo Jaffee, a fast-rising AI podcaster who is a self described “techno-optimist.” The debate covers a wide range of topics in AI risk.This podcast is not journalism. But it’s not opinion either. This show simply strings together the existing facts and underscores the unthinkable probable outcome, the end of all life on earth. For Humanity: An AI Safety Podcast, is the accessible AI Safety Podcast for all humans, no tech background required. Our show focuses solely on the threat of human extinction from AI.Peabody Award-winning former journalist John Sherman explores the shocking worst-case scenario of artificial intelligence: human extinction. The makers of AI openly admit it their work could kill all humans, in as soon as 2 years. This podcast is solely about the threat of human extinction from AGI. We’ll meet the heroes and villains, explore the issues and ideas, and what you can do to help save humanity.ResourcesTheo’s YouTube Channel : https://youtube.com/@theojaffee8530?si=aBnWNdViCiL4ZaEgGlossary: First Definitions by ChaptGPT4, I asked it to give answers simple enough elementary school student could understand( lol, I find this helpful often!)Reinforcement Learning with Human Feedback (RLHF): Definition: RLHF, or Reinforcement Learning with Human Feedback, is like teaching a computer to make decisions by giving it rewards when it does something good and telling it what's right when it makes a mistake. It's a way for computers to learn and get better at tasks with the help of guidance from humans, just like how a teacher helps students learn. So, it's like a teamwork between people and computers to make the computer really smart!Model WeightsDefiniton: Model weights are like the special numbers that help a computer understand and remember things. Imagine it's like a recipe book, and these weights are the amounts of ingredients needed to make a cake. When the computer learns new things, these weights get adjusted so that it gets better at its job, just like changing the recipe to make the cake taste even better! So, model weights are like the secret ingredients that make the computer really good at what it does.Foom/Fast Take-off: Definition: "AI fast take-off" or "foom" refers to the idea that artificial intelligence (AI) could become super smart and powerful really quickly. It's like imagining a computer getting super smart all of a sudden, like magic! Some people use the word "foom" to talk about the possibility of AI becoming super intelligent in a short amount of time. It's a bit like picturing a computer going from learning simple things to becoming incredibly smart in the blink of an eye! Foom comes from cartoons, it’s the sound a super hero makes in comic books when they burst off the ground into flight.Gradient Descent: Gradient descent is like a treasure hunt for the best way to do something. Imagine you're on a big hill with a metal detector, trying to find the lowest point. The detector beeps louder when you're closer to the lowest spot. In gradient descent, you adjust your steps based on these beeps to reach the lowest point on the hill, and in the computer world, it helps find the best values for a task, like making a robot walk smoothly or a computer learn better.Orthoginality: Orthogonality is like making sure things are independent and don't mess each other up. Think of a chef organizing ingredients on a table – if each ingredient has its own space and doesn't mix with others, it's easier to work. In computers, orthogonality means keeping different parts separate, so changing one thing doesn't accidentally affect something else. It's like having a well-organized kitchen where each tool has its own place, making it easy to cook without chaos! Get full access to The AI Risk Network at theairisknetwork.substack.com/subscribe