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EPISODE · Dec 5, 2025 · 4 MIN

Newcomb’s Paradox in the Age of AI: One Box, Two Boxes, and Free Will

from Intellectually Curious · host Mike Breault

We unpack the classic predictor dilemma—two boxes, a near-perfect forecaster, and a choice that seems to predefine your fate. We compare the one-box and two-box strategies, dive into the idea of character formation, and discuss what ultra-accurate predictions mean for decision-making in an AI-enabled world.Note:  This podcast was AI-generated, and sometimes AI can make mistakes.  Please double-check any critical information.Sponsored by Embersilk LLC

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