Trevor Noah on the Future of Entertainment and AI

What if every TV show could be perfectly tailored to each viewer's interests, knowledge level, and needs? Reid Hoffman and Aria Finger sit down with Trevor Noah to talk about how technology—including artificial intelligence—might influence the future of entertainment. They chat about the strengths and shortcomings of artificial intelligence, how jobs—and the way we will work—will evolve with Al, and even the nature of capitalism. Trevor responds to a speculative story, generated by GPT-4, that paints a picture of a futuristic “Al-ly Show.” Plus, he reviews some unexpected Al-generated light bulb jokes. Is GPT-4 actually funny?

Read Reid Hoffman’s essay “A Co-Pilot for Every Profession” here:

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Topics:
00:00 - Start

01:05 - Hellos and intros

04:44 - Reacting to Al-generated “light bulb jokes”

07:33 - Trevor’s work with Microsoft, and a story about Al and Africa

16:22 - Capitalism, Al and jobs (and a lesson from Sweden)

26:37 - Responding to GPT-4 “Al-ly Show” story

33:23 - Al as an assistant for everyone in everything

36:56 - How to improve our social media climate

43:06 - Rapid-fire questions

Possible is a new podcast that sketches out the brightest version of the future—and what it will take to get there. Most of all, it asks: what if, in the future, everything breaks humanity's way? Hosted by Reid Hoffman and Aria Finger, each episode features an interview with a visionary from a different field: climate science, media, criminal justice, and more. The
conversation also features another kind of guest: GPT-4, OpenAl’s latest and most powerful language model to date. Each episode has a companion story, generated by GPT-4, which will serve as a jumping-off point for a hopeful, speculative discussion about what humanity could possibly get right if we leverage technology—and our collective effort—effectively.

Possible is produced by Wonder Media Network and hosted by Reid Hoffman and Aria Finger. Our showrunner is Shaun Young. Possible is produced by Edie Allard and Sara Schleede. Jenny Kaplan is our Executive Producer and Editor. Special thanks to Chelsea Williamson, Jill Fritzo, Stephen Fertelmes, Jennifer Sandler, Mahdi Salehi, Surya Yalamanchili, Saida Sapieva, Ian Alas, Greg Beato, Ben Relles, and the team at City Vox.

[slister]

Trevor Noah is one of the most fascinating and inspiring people on the planet 🌏 Every time I see a video that showcases him, I stop everything and listen.

[Taeyangsmissingjacket]

Never thought a conversation about AI can include self reflection. Props to Trevor for his beautiful thought process.

[DemonDarakna]

As always, Trevor Noah explains complex subjects thoroughly with the open-mindedness and curiosity we all should have. While keeping to his optimism and humour.

[pdias]

Trevor Noah tells everything as is and beyond. A genius and a man of integrity.

[KatherineWinston]

Trevor you did it again. Maybe one day the world will start to say; What would Trevor say about this? Trever you have such insight into the world of what it mean to be a human being. Once again thank you 🙏🏽

[calmman]

Sooner or later people realize what a deep thoughtful man Noah is

[pedrogujamo]

I love hearing this dude. Has a South African, I'm so proud and inspired. Trevor is a gift to society

[MERCYFRANK]

This chat is really making me self-reflect and think deeper. Trevor is just... Community (political) leaders could learn a thing or two from in. He defies the stereotype people have for comedians. Intelligence boldly displayed here.

[motherofpearlmusic]

I have been missing Trevor terribly since he left the Daily Show, so I am very happy to be able to listen to him here again!

And having him on Star Trek would be amazing!

[dejiolowe]

Trevor Noah is one of the smartest stars around. Not only is he funny, but he's extremely introspective. If he wasn't a comedian, he would have been a philosopher.

[mirabaric]

I hope this YouTube video is translated to other languages so the other people in the world can understand him. Trevor 's humility, love of learning and giving away his knowledge to everyone is simple infectious.

[lianidri]

Trevor is one of my favorite people. So smart, conscientious, funny. His book is one of my favorites.

[boazkaino]

Trevor is a very insightful being.
He always makes you think and listen as well as introspect.

[ximinia]

This is a deep conversation. It made me rethink on AI and the future. Thank you Reid, Aria & Trevor.

[andreea.andreea]

I missed hearing Trevor. When he had daily videos, I was always waiting them excited and watch each video several times.

[petekwando]

Trevor says it much more eloquently, but this has been pretty much what I have been saying for months: if you are terrified AI is going to replace your job and leave you destitute, your problem isn't AI, your problem is late-stage capitalism. The crew of the Enterprise aren't afraid of the main computer.

[puneethwrites]

"I don't think we should ever take for granted how powerful joy can be." Profound.

[martinvollrath]

What a intelligent and positive Conversation. Gives Hope for the Future. I am a big German Fan of Trevor. ❤

[tqmmghe]

"social media platform should be held responsible for not what put on their platforms but pushed on their platforms" 🙏 Trevor. ❤

[calliopemuse]

Goodness I really love listening to this man. I could listen to him talk about anything all day