Andrew Critch
Researcher and writer focused on AI safety and alignment, author of the LessWrong post narrated in this episode discussing the harms of promoting enmity around AI.
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Mar 9, 2026 • 8min
“Promoting enmity and bad vibes around AI safety” by Andrew_Critch
Andrew Critch, researcher and writer on AI safety, warns that stoking enmity around AI can make catastrophic outcomes more likely. He explains the difference between enmity and constructive conflict. He gives examples of enmity-promoting rhetoric, explores how it raises risk, and offers moderation strategies to reduce hostile dynamics.
Dec 11, 2025 • 1h 3min
Andrew Critch on what AGI might look like in practice
Andrew Critch, an AI safety researcher and founder of innovative tools like NotADoctor.ai, dives into the crucial question of what we will do with AGI. He argues that it’s not just about its arrival but our choices that will dictate its impact. Critch reveals that AGI may be friendly and suggests focusing on shared moral values over perfectionism. He underlines the importance of creating helpful AI products today while advocating for cultural change through practical solutions rather than endless debate.
