John and Brad welcome back renowned political scientist, ethicist and
specialist on 21st century warfare, Peter Warren Singer.
They discuss advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and its implications for society. Singer reflects on the evolution of AI over the past two and a
half years, highlighting both the positive and negative impacts it has
had on various sectors, including politics and the economy. He
emphasizes the dual nature of AI's influence, where it can drive
economic growth while simultaneously raising concerns about job
displacement and societal disruption. The conversation also touches on
the military applications of AI, particularly in the context of the
ongoing Ukraine conflict, where innovative uses of drones have
transformed warfare dynamics.
As the discussion progresses, Singer delves into the broader cultural
and social ramifications of AI, noting how it affects personal identity
and community roles. He shares insights from a survey of experts
regarding the anticipated effects of AI on different aspects of life,
including healthcare and social interactions. The episode concludes with
a personal story from Singer about his son's charitable initiative,
Cancer Kicks, which aims to support cancer patients while funding
research, showcasing a positive response to adversity in the face of
technological change.
#warfare #artificialintelligence #cancer #dronewarfare #tech
Chapters:
00:00-02:00 Intro
02:01-10:18 What's changed in two and a half years in AI?
10:18-20:29 Ukraine/Russia drone warfare and tech advances
20:30-35:00 U.S. Rivalry w/ China...and Taiwan
35:00-47:59 Military Advancements and Societal Impacts
48:00-54:05 Cancer Kicks (Peter's Son's Non-Profit)
54:06-1:07:33 John and Brad's Take-Aways
Listen on:
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/2IduWunxhhDfZd8vYOGNab?si=a9c8901c0b5b43dc
Apple Podast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/posteverything/id1676174977
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/_posteverything
Resources:
Peter Singer books:
https://pwsinger.com/books
Cancerkicks:
https://www.cancerkicks.org/
Cancerkicks store:
https://store.cancerkicks.org/
Corporate Catalog (for groups buying with their own logo on the items):
https://www.cancerkicks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/CorporateCatalog.pdf
