Ask A Genius 656: Rick’s Thoughts on Artificial Intelligence

[Recording Start] Rick Rosner: Before we start, I want to clarify that my understanding of AI and machine learning is quite basic, as I've never taken a formal course in these subjects. However, as we discussed last time, eight years ago AI wasn't a common term in most people's vocabulary, though it has now become …

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Ask A Genius 655: Best of All Possible Worlds in Worlds

[Recording Start] Rick Rosner: Alright, in our previous discussion, we touched upon the concept of the best of all possible worlds, leading to the idea of alternative worlds. Imagine worlds where dinosaurs survived and built civilizations, or universes only a tenth of our size. The scope of these differences varies widely. However, when discussing possible …

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Ask A Genius 654: IC and Statistical Logic

[Recording Start] Scott Douglas Jacobsen: Here's a thought: existence is a characteristic of entities that are real, which makes perfect sense. So, when we say the universe exists, we're grounding it in statistical logic. This is a foundational aspect of informational cosmology. Within this framework, I had an insight... Rick Rosner: In recent months, I've …

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The Future of…2 – Food (Part 1)

In-Sight Publishing The Future of…2 – Food (Part 1) Scott Douglas Jacobsen & Rick Rosner May 16, 2017 [Beginning of recorded material] Scott Douglas Jacobsen: Continuing on the future of food. And there's an aspect of people that should know better, who are into raw food-ism, non-GMO-ism, organic food-ism. You know the deal? And, you... …

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