What Professional Writers Really Think About AI | How I Write Compilation

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AI and creativity. I've asked dozens of writers for their take; some think it's a godsend, while others believe it's the literal scum of the earth.

Here are 12 of the best responses from literary award winners like Robert Macfarlane, builders like Sam Altman, and journalists like Ezra Klein. This is what people at the cutting edge are saying about how AI will impact writing, creativity, and culture.

00:00 Introduction

00:29 Ezra Klein

08:02 Maria Popova

09:55 Tyler Cowen

17:39 Tom Junod

22:30 Sam Altman

26:32 Steven Pinker

29:12 Jimmy Soni

40:14 Riva Tez

42:43 Yann Martel

46:01 Marc Andreessen

48:14 Robert Macfarlane

50:48 Jon Yaged

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