Sam Altman: OpenAI CEO on GPT-4, ChatGPT, and the Future of AI | Lex Fridman Podcast #367

Here are the timestamps. Please check out our sponsors to support this podcast. 0:00 - Introduction & sponsor mentions: - NetSuite: netsuite.com/lex to get free product tour - SimpliSafe: simplisafe.com/lex - ExpressVPN: expressvpn.com/lexpod to get 3 months free 4:36 - GPT-4 16:02 - Political bias 23:03 - AI safety 43:43 - Neural network size 47:36 - AGI 1:09:05 - Fear 1:11:14 - Competition 1:13:33 - From non-profit to capped-profit 1:16:54 - Power 1:22:06 - Elon Musk 1:30:32 - Political pressure 1:48:46 - Truth and misinformation 2:01:09 - Microsoft 2:05:09 - SVB bank collapse 2:10:00 - Anthropomorphism 2:14:03 - Future applications 2:17:54 - Advice for young people 2:20:33 - Meaning of life

Nice to see Sam getting interviewed by an actual AI.

Most anticipated Podcast of the year

Ive watched this interview 3 times all the way through now. It is the best interview or public speaking I’ve seen for Sam Altman. Maybe a personal connection or mutual contacts made Lex more trustworthy to allow Altman to relax and be more engaging and engaged rather than appearing jittery or over-prepared. Great work Lex. It’s a rare skill to be able to get the best from highly intelligent guests and give your audience the best presentation of their ideas and experiences. Keep it up!

Great show, and for 15 seconds (your normal pause time 😊) I thought you may not be very good at your job, but after watching your show I realized that you are very considerate, thoughtful, extremely intelligent, and deal with the issues politely. Thank you for being yourself. Your 83yr old new fan!

I think Sam is the first guest i've seen who asks Lex so many questions and values his opinion so much on things, so refreshing to see in a CEO, while i do think OpenAI were wrong in the lack of information provided in the GPT4 paper, this podcast improved my opinion of Sam immensely, while he doesn't think he's the best person to head the AI movement, i think he's doing a pretty great job so far

History may look back on this as one of the most important and ominous pods in cast history! Big congrats and thank you to the higher primate Lex for making it happen! 00:13:21 seems key!

Lex podcasts are the best ..great guests and very interesting everytime🎉

Lex podcasts are a dream come true, never thought in my life i could listen to tech people (Creator of Java, Python, C++ etc) speak their mind on a podcast. Lex thank you bro. Salute to your passion.

I like that Sam also asks Lex questions. Shows true engagement and curiosity!

Thank you for making and sharing such a valuable interview! Do you mind if I use some of the clips from the video and translate to Korean and post it in my Youtube channel? This is a video worth sharing with others with translations!

This is fascinating - I so appreciate your superb format, explanations, and commitment to represent and discuss multiple aspects and angles. New subscriber here! ❤

Two AI guys discussing AI in a way we can easily understand it is priceless. More of this please and thanks for sharing 👍

"We want to make mistakes while the stakes are low". Much respect for Sam Altman for treading with such care.

I had to rewatch this after the events of the last few days and I’m reminded that Altman isn’t a perfect person, seems to understand his role in the progression of AI ( eventual AGI ) and that he at least seems to genuinely want to get it right. Also reminded that Lex is an excellent host. Hope he comes on for Pt2

Impressive program! For a brief moment of 15 seconds (your customary pause time 😊), I harbored doubts about your proficiency in your field. However, upon immersing myself in your show, I swiftly recognized your thoughtfulness, considerate nature, exceptional intellect, and impeccable manner in addressing various subjects. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to you for staying true to yourself. You have gained a newfound admirer in an 83-year-old enthusiast like me!

He has taken AI to a new level and also is an incredible pioneer in vocal fry

50:52 I just gained so much more respect for Sam when he stopped Lex and was genuinely curious why Lex feels a bit of terror when using it. This is the first time I’ve felt that the people in charge might actually care. Thank you, Sam.

Thank you for your podcasts. It has been really insightful for me to watch

This was my first video of yours I have seen, I appreciate the calmness and dynamics of the conversation.