Was the release of ChatGPT and the subsequent generative AI models the beginning of the end for humanity? Should we be more concerned about the longer-term implications or the risks right around the corner? In this special episode, I'm responding to another thought-provoking dialogue from a recent Diary of a CEO between Steven Bartlett and Sam Harris.

Sam brought to the conversation a unique perspective, looking at the situation through the lens of a philosopher and neuroscientist rather than a technologist. Reflecting on the conversation, there were areas where, despite our differing worldviews, we aligned. However, there were also some specific areas where we diverged.

In the video I respond to some of the key themes such as the lack of direct connection between greater intelligence and greater ethics, the immediate threat of misinformation, the erosion of trust in society and the implications, what it really means to be human.

I'd also highly encourage you to stick around until the end where I unpack the richness of Sam's recommendation to every person for improving their happiness. I'm not even sure he realized the magnitude buried in the simplicity of his statement.

So, if you're eager to challenge your thinking and continue plumbing the depths of AI and the future it brings with it, this video is for you.

And, if you found this video beneficial, check out more of my content and be sure to subscribe as I continue living life at the intersection of business, technology, and the human experience.

Source "The Diary of A CEO" episode is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GmlrEgLGozw

***** Chapters *****

0:00 - Introduction
2:24 - Big Themes of the Dialogue
5:11 - Is Higher Intelligence Always Better?
12:28 - The Incredible Pace of Machines
17:01 - People Behave like People
19:57 - Two-Factor Authentication for Ethics
22:25 - The Immediate Risks of AI
28:42 - Mitigating the Risks
38:36 - Can We Trust our Intuition?
43:30 - A Return to Humanity
52:34 - Where Does Purpose Come From?
59:50 - Everyone! Do This One Thing