AI as Alchemy
Thomas and Nathan delve into the debate surrounding the nature of AI, questioning whether it truly qualifies as a science. Nathan argues that AI aligns more closely with engineering paradigms and metaphysical beliefs rather than scientific principles, suggesting that its practices are rooted in scaling engineering projects rather than scientific inquiry. This provocative stance invites listeners to reconsider the foundational assumptions of AI and its implications for the future.In this clip
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The Retort AI Podcast
We ask again: Is AI a science?
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