Solving the problems of what to do next with some of today's top thinkers and writers. Hosted by Jay Shapiro.
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episode 21: S02E21: Are we in a simulation? Does it matter? - Rizwan Virk
Quantum mechanics, mathematical robustness, dream state deja vu oddities... these are all things that one would expect to find in a simulated world. Wait, so are we in a simulation?
Author, investor, and video game pioneer Rizwan Virk joins Jay for a deep conversation taking on the Simulation Theory first made famous by Nick Bostrom...
episode 22: S02E22: High School Philosophy - Lawrenceville Ethics Bowl Team
Do we underestimate the ability of High Schoolers to tackle complex politically charged existential and moral philosophy problems with nuance, intelligence, and compassion? I hope this episode will convince you that we absolutely do.
Jay has served as a judge for the High School Ethics Bowl for six years...