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Published: March 17, 2024, 5 p.m.

Trond Undheim delves into catastrophic risks facing humanity, including climate change, governance breakdown, and technological threats.

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Through discussions of risk perception, effective planning versus worry, and the complexities of managing existential threats, Trond emphasizes the importance of preparing and adapting for uncertain futures.

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How should we think about potential future crises, the role of technology in exacerbating or mitigating risks, and the moral obligations of contemporary society to future generations?

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00:00 Introduction and Guest Presentation

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00:08 Imagining the World in 2075

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00:26 The Impact of World Conflicts and Climate Change

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01:03 The Rise of Organized Crime and Economic Divide

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02:08 The Future of Medical Technologies and Lifespan

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02:54 Reflections on the Turning Point of the Century

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04:14 Understanding Risk and Worry

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04:53 The Role of Planning and Thriving in Risk Management

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06:35 The Potential of Giga Projects and Modular Solutions

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07:40 The Dilemma of Investing in Uncertain Events

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08:41 The Existential Risk of Asteroid Collision

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11:27 The Responsibility of Future Generations

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13:49 The Complexity of Catastrophic Risk

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22:13 The Potential Risks by 2075

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46:01 The Role of Community in Risk Mitigation

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47:41 The Challenge of Collective Action in Preventing Catastrophe

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53:25 Conclusion: The Importance of Good Intent in Systemic Understanding

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