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Good Robot #3: Let’s fix everything

2025/3/19
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The episode introduces the 'Good Robot' series, recounts Peter Singer's famous drowning child parable, and explores its influence on moral philosophy and effective altruism.
  • Peter Singer is a philosopher known for his provocative ideas and moral philosophy.
  • Singer's drowning child parable challenges individuals to consider moral obligations beyond immediate surroundings.
  • The parable inspired the effective altruism movement, focusing on maximizing good through rational decision-making.

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A simple parable about a drowning child sparks a moral revolution. Is building AI the way to do the most good in the world?

This is the third episode of our new four-part series) about the stories shaping the future of AI.

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