Smith and Economic Growth
The discussion highlights Adam's remarkable insights on economic growth, particularly in the context of historical stagnation. His rationalist perspective suggests that even minimal growth could lead to significant advancements, raising questions about how he might interpret the potential of an AI-driven economy. The conversation also explores the constraints and bottlenecks that could influence such growth, suggesting that while radical increases may be hard for him to envision, the principles he established remain relevant.In this clip
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