Michael and Us: Artificial Intelligence

Mar 29, 2023

Delving into the 20th anniversary of the Iraq War, the podcast examines the media's handling of the conflict and Thomas Friedman's take on AI. Critiquing Friedman's lack of knowledge, the hosts discuss the implications of AI on politics and society, drawing parallels to iconic film scenes and the challenges of addressing artificial intelligence

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Analysis of Success Metrics and AI's Limitations

Reflections on Late-Night Talk Show Responses to Events Post-9/11 and Media Coverage During the Iraq War

09:03 • 20min

Discussion on Bursting the 'Terrorism Bubble' in the Middle East

Critique of a Commentator's Writing Style

Tom Friedman's Fascination with AI and the Promethean Moment

37:21 • 13min

Reflections on the Iraq War and AI's Response to its Justification