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Artwork for Artificial Happiness: Fulfilment in the Age of AI

Artificial Happiness: Fulfilment in the Age of AI

Duncan CJ
Artificial Intelligence
Education System
Decision Making
AI Bias
Habituation
Mental Health
Consciousness
Self-Organized Learning Environments
Self-Driving Cars
Free Energy Principle
Freedom Of Choice
Biological Naturalism
Google X
AI In Education
Karl Friston
Open-Endedness
Identity
Consumer Behavior
Technology
Relationships

In a world run by algorithms, how do we stay human? This is Artificial Happiness — where we explore engineered fulfilment, real meaning, and the invisible wiring that shapes our lives. Each week, I speak with those building our future—and the thinkers unpacking what it means to truly thrive.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes176Founded10 years ago
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Mental HealthEducationHealth & FitnessSelf-Improvement

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Artwork for Artificial Happiness: Fulfilment in the Age of AI

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Kenneth Stanley
AI researcher and author of Why Greatness Cannot Be Planned
LyLa Sciences; OpenAI (former); Maven (founder)
Episode: #154 – Why Objectives Are the Enemy of Greatness | Kenneth Stanley
Hal Hershfield
Professor of Marketing, Behavioral Decision-Making, and Psychology
UCLA's Anderson School of Management
Episode: #150 – Your Future Self Is a Stranger | Hal Hershfield
Anil Seth
Professor of Cognitive and Computational Neuroscience, Editor-in-Chief of Neuroscience of Consciousness, and bestselling author of 'Being You, A New Science of Consciousness.'
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Episode: #149 – The Case Against AI Consciousness | Anil Seth

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • Left me feeling optimistic and Happy

    I just listened to Duncan’s podcast for the first time. I can’t quite pin point it but his passion for what he does seemed to dedicate through and I was left feeling optimistic and happy and with a little more of a spring in my step to set about my own projects. Thank you.

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    Tilopa Ansterdam
    Netherlands6 years ago
  • GREAT PODCAST

    Really great podcast with a ton of helpful insight into living a more fulfilled life :) Duncan CJ is a funny, thoughtful, and candid host. Can't recommend enough!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    henrylacey
    Canada6 years ago
  • Truly inspirational

    The range of listeners and research and work Duncan puts in prior to creating these podcasts puts them at the top of the inspirational talks available.

    There is something for everyone. They really make you re-evaluate life and what your priorities are.

    A big thank you to Duncan for creating such a fantastic podcast.

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    5
    LucyWi
    United Kingdom9 years ago
  • SpiritPig

    Super interesting set of vlogs from Duncan C-J who has managed to interview a collection of inspiring subjects from across the world. Well worth subscribing - you are bound to find something that will challenge some of your views and perceptions.

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    George Furlonger
    United Kingdom9 years ago
  • Inspiring

    I absolutely love listening to Duncan's podcast. He interviews the most interesting people you've probably never heard about. It has helped inspire me to do something more interesting and rewarding with my life! The questions are insightful and well researched. Duncan has a natrual way of relaxing his guests who talk openly about their work and who always look and sound like they are having fun doing it. Spirit Pig is a must listen.

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    George R-J
    United Kingdom9 years ago

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Many reviews emphasize the diversity of guests and topics, stating that there is something valuable for everyone, regardless of background or expertise.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and well-crafted discussions that challenge conventional thinking about happiness and fulfillment.
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#154 – Why Objectives Are the Enemy of Greatness | Kenneth Stanley
Q: If AI becomes a scientific superintelligence that can run experiments 1,000 times faster than humans, does the role of the scientist shift to being a curator of interestingness?
It's an open question; there's anxiety about future roles, but a likely outcome is that humans become curators or coordinators of interesting ideas, guiding AI exploration rather than performing all experiments themselves.
#150 – Your Future Self Is a Stranger | Hal Hershfield
Q: How can people find, where can you, on Amazon, your future self, a website, where can we send people to find out more about you and your work?
People can visit halhershfield.com for all related information and updates.
#150 – Your Future Self Is a Stranger | Hal Hershfield
Q: What do people want more of? Do they want more time or do they want more money?
The comparative importance of money and time varies, but there's a sense that discretionary time is essential to happiness.
#150 – Your Future Self Is a Stranger | Hal Hershfield
Q: Could you explain the psychology behind why this might be?
People think about their future selves similarly to how they think about other people, leading to decisions that affect future consequences being perceived as affecting another person.
#152 – Building the Impossible: Moonshots, AI, and Zero to One | Sebastian Thrun
Q: What project are you most proud of?
Thrun mentions his pride in creating Udacity which democratized access to education, especially impacting the economy in Egypt.

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The content focuses on the intersection of technology and human experience, exploring how artificial intelligence influences our understanding of happiness and fulfillment. Episodes feature discussions with innovators, scientists, and thought leaders who examine topics ranging from mental health to education, as they interrogate the implications of living in an increasingly algorithm-driven world. The conversations often challenge conventional thinking, urging listeners to reflect on personal agency and the pursuit of meaningful lives amidst technological advancements. Unique to this podcast is its blend of insightful interviews and an optimistic exploration of human potential in the face of change, making it a valuable resource for those i... more

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