What do two silent prisoners have to do with artificial intelligence, climate policy, and online reputation systems? In this episode of Talking to AI, Paul dives into one of the most fascinating and misunderstood concepts in Game Theory — The Prisoner’s Dilemma.
From international climate agreements to eBay seller ratings, Paul explores how human behavior, incentives, and trust all intertwine to shape the systems we build. Through a lively discussion with AI, the conversation reveals why solving cooperation problems isn’t just about economics — it’s about understanding what people value and how they make decisions when no one’s watching.
You’ll hear how governments, businesses, and technologists apply Game Theory to everything from fishery management to vaccination campaigns, and why creating the “right incentives” can sometimes cause more problems than it solves.
Whether you’re interested in ethics, policy, or AI’s growing role in social systems, this episode will reshape how you think about cooperation — and the hidden games we all play.
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