# WILL MACASKILL says we are not prepared for the intelligence explosion

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Podcast: [Lives Well Lived](https://stenobird.com/podcast/lives-well-lived-6893855)
Published: 2026-03-19T05:44:00+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/lives-well-lived/episodes/will-macaskill
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## Resource

Will MacAskill is a co-founder of the effective altruist movement who shares his perspective on doing good, moral philosophy, and the potential of AI to revolutionise society. You can now watch this episode on YouTube! Learn more about Will and read the 10th anniversary edition of Doing Good Better Keep up to date with Peter on Substack Keep up to date with Kasia! Executive Producer: Rachel Barrett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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