Tyler Cowen on how AI will reorder economies, schools, and spirituality

<p>Economist and polymath Tyler Cowen challenges Silicon Valley's optimistic projections about AI-driven economic growth. We explore what could slow AI's economic impact, despite its remarkable capabilities – and where humans find the new normal amidst major shifts.</p><p><strong>Timestamps: </strong></p><p>(00:00) Episode trailer </p><p>(01:47)  The problem with Silicon Valley's AI-driven growth projections </p><p>(06:02) The institutional bottleneck to AI progress </p><p>(10:49) Markets aren’t pricing in a radical AI future </p><p>(12:53) Are we heading for a great job displacement? </p><p>(17:02) Is GDP still worth talking about? </p><p>(19:11) Who does AI benefit most? </p><p>(21:11) Will AI cause a human identity crisis? </p><p>(27:11) The education system’s failure to adapt </p><p>(35:34) How the Gulf could become a geopolitical powerhouse </p><p>(39:10)  Could AI change religion? </p><p>(46:46)  Closing thoughts </p><p><strong>Tyler's links: </strong></p><p>Marginal Revolution Blog: https://marginalrevolution.com/ </p><p>Twitter/X: https://x.com/tylercowen </p><p><strong>Azeem's links: </strong></p><p>Substack: https://www.exponentialview.co/ </p><p>Website: https://www.azeemazhar.com/ </p><p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/azhar </p><p>Twitter/X: https://x.com/azeem</p><p><strong>Our new show</strong></p><p>This was originally recorded for "Friday with Azeem Azhar", a new show that takes place every Friday at 9am PT and 12pm ET. You can tune in through Exponential View on Substack.</p><p>Produced by supermix.io and EPIIPLUS1 LTD</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>