“Magnifica Humanitas:” Pope Leo’s Clarion Call on AI
Summary
Tristan Harris and Aza Raskin discuss their participation in the Vatican’s release of the AI encyclical *Magnifica Humanitas, which urges a pro-human future over an AI arms race. They reflect on meeting Pope Leo XIV, screening the AI documentary for Vatican officials, and the critical need for moral voices outside commercial incentives. The episode highlights the Vatican’s historic role in addressing civilizational threats, drawing parallels to nuclear disarmament and emphasizing that clarity creates agency in navigating technological risks.
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