Tyler Cowen on how AI will reorder economies, schools, and spirituality

Economist and polymath Tyler Cowen challenges Silicon Valley's optimistic projections about AI-driven economic growth. We explore what could slow AI's economic impact, despite its remarkable capabilities – and where humans find the new normal amidst major shifts. Timestamps:  (00:00) Episode trailer  (01:47)  The problem with Silicon Valley's AI-driven growth projections  (06:02) The institutional bottleneck to AI progress  (10:49) Markets aren’t pricing in a radical AI future  (12:53) Are we heading for a great job displacement?  (17:02) Is GDP still worth talking about?  (19:11) Who does AI benefit most?  (21:11) Will AI cause a human identity crisis?  (27:11) The education system’s failure to adapt  (35:34) How the Gulf could become a geopolitical powerhouse  (39:10)  Could AI change religion?  (46:46)  Closing thoughts  Tyler's links:  Marginal Revolution Blog: https://marginalrevolution.com/  Twitter/X: https://x.com/tylercowen  Azeem's links:  Substack: https://www.exponentialview.co/  Website: https://www.azeemazhar.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/azhar  Twitter/X: https://x.com/azeem Our new show This was originally recorded for "Friday with Azeem Azhar", a new show that takes place every Friday at 9am PT and 12pm ET. You can tune in through Exponential View on Substack. Produced by supermix.io and EPIIPLUS1 LTD