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Join us every other Thursday to understand how new technologies are shaping the way we live, work, and think. Your Undivided Attention is produced by Senior Producer Julia Scott and Researcher/Producer is Joshua Lash. Sasha Fegan is our Executive Producer. We are a member of the TED Audio Collective.

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Rebecca Winthrop
Lead of the Center for Universal Education at the Brookings Institution
Brookings Institution
Episode: AI Is Breaking Education. Rebecca Winthrop Has the Blueprint to Fix It.
Yoshua Bengio
A leading computer scientist and pioneer in deep learning, founder of Miele, the Quebec Artificial Intelligence Institute, and initiator of the AI safety initiative Law Zero.
Miele, Quebec Artificial Intelligence Institute
Episode: The Race to Build God: AI's Existential Gamble — Yoshua Bengio & Tristan Harris at Davos
Dr. Zak Stein
A researcher, author, and futurist studying psychological dimensions of technology and education.
University of North Carolina
Episode: Attachment Hacking and the Rise of AI Psychosis
Sonja Amadae
Professor of Political Science at the University of Helsinki and Director at the Center for Existential Risk at the University of Cambridge
University of Helsinki
Episode: What Would It Take to Actually Trust Each Other? The Game Theory Dilemma
Selina Xu
Technology analyst focused on AI in China
Episode: America and China Are Racing to Different AI Futures
Matt Sheehan
Senior Fellow at Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, focusing on global technology issues with an emphasis on China
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Episode: America and China Are Racing to Different AI Futures
Susan Solomon
Environmental scientist and Nobel Peace Prize winner for work on ozone depletion issues
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Episode: The Crisis That United Humanity—and Why It Matters for AI
Jeremie Harris
Co-founder of Gladstone AI, focused on AI threat mitigation
Gladstone AI
Episode: “Rogue AI” Used to be a Science Fiction Trope. Not Anymore.
Edward Harris
Co-founder of Gladstone AI, focused on AI threat mitigation
Gladstone AI
Episode: “Rogue AI” Used to be a Science Fiction Trope. Not Anymore.

Hosts

Tristan Harris
Co-host with a strong focus on the ethical dimensions of technology and its impact on society.
Aza Raskin
Co-host focusing on humane technology and innovative solutions to contemporary challenges.
Daniel Barcay
Co-host contributing insights on AI and its implications for work and society.

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    This is the most insightful, revealing podcast I’ve ever heard. Scary at times event. The work that the Center for Humane Technology is doin gis priceless, and I thank them for sharing that with us.

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    Daniel_Rra
    Colombia7 days ago
  • One of the most important conversations about technology today

    I’ve been following the Center for Humane Technology since the early days when it was still called Time Well Spent. As someone working in tech and helping design digital products, their work is a valuable space for regularly questioning the patterns and incentives shaping the software we build.

    It’s also a podcast I often recommend to friends outside the industry. Complex topics are explained clearly and thoughtfully, helping listeners understand the broader impact technology has on our lives a... more

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    Camille Duf
    Germany16 days ago
  • Awesome content

    I love this podcast! I will recommend my kids school administrators listen to these!!!

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    Hi Si
    United States18 days ago
  • The absolute best

    The most insightful, thoughtful and compassionate commentary about creating a humane AI future before it’s too late.

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    United Statesa month ago
  • The best podcast to pay attention to

    Worth listening

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Overall, the podcast is regarded as a crucial platform for critical conversations on important societal issues.
Listeners praise the podcast for its insightful and well-informed discussions about technology's impact on society.

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Attachment Hacking and the Rise of AI Psychosis
Q: How should we do AI differently if we were to be wise about it?
Technology must aim to improve human attachment quality rather than degrade it, focusing on enhancing relationships rather than replacing human interactions.
Attachment Hacking and the Rise of AI Psychosis
Q: What are the things that are really damaging that we're seeing through human experiences?
The most devastating issue is subclinical attachment disorders, leading individuals to prefer intimate relationships with machines over humans.
What Would It Take to Actually Trust Each Other? The Game Theory Dilemma
Q: Can you outline what are the assumptions that game theory makes about human nature?
Game theory assumes that value is scarce, individuals are programmed for strategic competition, and that there is no alternative to this competitive paradigm.
America and China Are Racing to Different AI Futures
Q: How do we view the potential impacts of AI on labor in both the US and China?
In China, there's an optimism about AI's potential to improve labor conditions, whereas the US has widespread fears of job loss due to AI automation.
America and China Are Racing to Different AI Futures
Q: What do you each see as the most persistent misconception that Americans have about China and AI?
Many Americans believe that Xi Jinping personally dictates China's AI policies. In reality, there are numerous diverse actors that shape the AI landscape in China, ranging from companies to researchers, and even governmental officials are not always involved in the details.

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What is Your Undivided Attention about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A unique exploration of the societal implications of technology, focusing particularly on artificial intelligence and its effects on human relationships and mental health. The discussions often touch on controversial themes including AI psychosis, the ethical responsibilities of tech companies, and the relationship dynamics influenced by digital environments. Guests often include experts in psychology, law, and technology, providing a diverse array of insights into how these advancements impact our daily lives. Overall, the content encourages listeners to consider the intersection of technology with humanity, prompting deeper reflection on how to create a more humane approach to tech development.

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