Best Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcasts (2025)

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Simplicity Beats Complexity: How to Stop Overcomplicating Your Nonprofit 18:14

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Complexity quietly chokes far too many nonprofits—large and small. Spreadsheets multiply, meetings take over calendars, and software stacks pile up in the name of “getting organized.” But the truth is, the best-run nonprofits are not the ones that are more complicated—they’re the ones that are simpler. In this episode, Matt Stockman breaks down how…

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AISN #65: Measuring Automation and Superintelligence Moratorium Letter 6:29

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Welcome to the AI Safety Newsletter by the Center for AI Safety. We discuss developments in AI and AI safety. No technical background required. In this edition: A new benchmark measures AI automation; 50,000 people, including top AI scientists, sign an open letter calling for a superintelligence moratorium. Listen to the AI Safety Newsletter for fr…

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AISN #63: New AGI Definition and Senate Bill Would Establish Liability for AI Harms 10:52

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In this edition: A new bill in the Senate would hold AI companies liable for harms their products create; China tightens its export controls on rare earth metals; a definition of AGI. As a reminder, we’re hiring a writer for the newsletter. Listen to the AI Safety Newsletter for free on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Senate Bill Would Establish Liabili…

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How to Make the Tough Calls Your Nonprofit Needs: Breaking Free from Decision Paralysis 15:28

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Leadership expert Max Dupree once said, “We cannot become what we want by remaining where we are.” In this episode of The Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast, host Matt Stockman unpacks one of the biggest leadership hurdles nonprofit leaders face — decision paralysis. Whether it’s keeping a struggling team member too long, clinging to a tired fundraising…

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Clarity Creates Impact: The Power of a Target Beneficiary Profile 14:42

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One of the biggest mistakes startup and small nonprofits make is trying to serve too many people with too broad of a mission. The result? Your message gets fuzzy, donors aren’t sure exactly who they’re helping, and your programs end up stretched thin. The truth is this: clarity creates impact. Donors don’t give to “programs” or “initiatives”—they g…

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From Ask to Confirmation: Optimizing the User Experience on Your Donation Page 24:22

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Making an emotional connection with your donors is key to fundraising success. But what happens when that emotional momentum hits a digital wall? So often, the moment a donor is ready to make a gift, the experience on your website feels different, broken, or disconnected—and that can cost you a donation and, more importantly, the trust you’ve worke…

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AISN #63: California’s SB-53 Passes the Legislature 9:11

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In this edition: California's legislature sent SB-53—the ‘Transparency in Frontier Artificial Intelligence Act’—to Governor Newsom's desk. If signed into law, California would become the first US state to regulate catastrophic risk. Listen to the AI Safety Newsletter for free on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. A note from Corin: I’m leaving the AI Safet…

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5 Fundraising Practices That Drain Your Energy (and What to Do Instead) 20:16

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Fundraising is the lifeblood of your nonprofit—but it doesn’t have to leave you and your team exhausted. In this episode, host Matt Stockman shares five common fundraising practices that drain small nonprofit leaders of their limited energy and capacity. More importantly, he offers practical alternatives that build sustainability, trust, and strong…

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Turn Donor Questions Into Confidence: Lessons from Charity: Water 18:21

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How do you build lasting trust with donors when your nonprofit is small and your budget is limited? In this episode of the Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast, Matt takes a deep dive into one of the most recognized nonprofits in the world—Charity: Water—and uncovers what every small or startup nonprofit can learn from their approach. You’ll discover: The…

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Beyond A Thank You Note: Building A Donor Communication Plan 21:18

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In this episode of the Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast, host Matt Stockman addresses a common fear among nonprofit leaders: annoying their donors. He explains that most donors actually stop giving because they don't hear from the organization, not because they lose interest. Matt breaks down why donor communication isn't a transactional obligation, b…

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AISN #62: Big Tech Launches $100 Million pro-AI Super PAC 10:16

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Also: Meta's Chatbot Policies Prompt Backlash Amid AI Reorganization; China Reverses Course on Nvidia H20 Purchases. In this edition: Big tech launches a $100 million pro-AI super PAC; Meta's chatbot policies prompt congressional scrutiny amid the company's AI reorganization; China reverses course on buying Nvidia H20 chips after comments by Secret…

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Nonprofit Finances 101: Your First 3 Steps 16:50

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Are you a new or small nonprofit leader who gets a knot in your stomach at the mention of "finances"? You're not alone. Most of us get into this work to make an impact, not to stare at spreadsheets. But ignoring the numbers can put your mission at risk. In this episode of The Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast for Startup, Small, and Growing Nonprofits,…

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Leading When It's Raining: 4 Principles To Be The Leader Your Team Needs When the Road Gets Tough 15:29

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In this episode of the Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast, host Matt Stockman shares four essential principles for leading your team through difficult seasons. Every nonprofit faces storms—whether it's staff turnover, a shift in funding, or external political changes. How a leader responds during these times can define the future of the organization. Ma…

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AISN #61: OpenAI Releases GPT-5 9:13

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Welcome to the AI Safety Newsletter by the Center for AI Safety. We discuss developments in AI and AI safety. No technical background required. In this edition: OpenAI releases GPT-5. Listen to the AI Safety Newsletter for free on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. OpenAI Releases GPT-5 Ever since GPT-4's release in March 2023 marked a step-change improvem…

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From Chaos to Clarity: 4 Common Self-Leadership Mistakes and How To Avoid Them 26:17

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In this episode of "The Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast for Startup, Small and Growing Nonprofits", host Matt Stockman dives into the critical topic of self-leadership for nonprofit professionals. Drawing from recent coaching conversations, Matt explores four common mistakes that startup, small, and growing nonprofit leaders make. These aren't intent…

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AISN #60: The AI Action Plan 15:41

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Also: ChatGPT Agent and IMO Gold. In this edition: The Trump Administration publishes its AI Action Plan; OpenAI released ChatGPT Agent and announced that an experimental model achieved gold medal-level performance on the 2025 International Mathematical Olympiad. Listen to the AI Safety Newsletter for free on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. The AI Actio…

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Demystifying Tech and AI for Nonprofits, a Conversation with David Watters 45:25

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Demystifying Tech & AI for Nonprofits with David Watters In this episode of the Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast for Startup, Small, and Growing Nonprofits, host Matt Stockman dives into a topic that can feel overwhelming for new and small nonprofits: technology, automation, and AI. Matt's guest is David Watters, CEO of Simple and Engaging, a company …

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The 100 Million Impact Initiative: A Personal Vision & Invitation 13:05

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Welcome to a special episode of "The Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast for Startup, Small, and Growing Nonprofits" where Matt Stockman, your host, shares a deeply personal and inspiring vision for the future! We often talk about the 6 key areas of nonprofit success (Leadership, Development/Fundraising, Marketing, Programs & Services, Operations, and Fi…

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Beyond the Big Gift: Building a Resilient Nonprofit with Consistent Support 18:50

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In this episode of "The Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast," host Matt Stockman dives into two crucial, interconnected topics for your nonprofit's financial health: the incredible benefits of monthly giving programs and critical pitfalls to avoid with high-capacity donors. Discover how consistent support can provide peace of mind and predictability, and…

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AISN #59: EU Publishes General-Purpose AI Code of Practice 9:23

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Plus: Meta Superintelligence Labs. Welcome to the AI Safety Newsletter by the Center for AI Safety. We discuss developments in AI and AI safety. No technical background required. In this edition: The EU published a General-Purpose AI Code of Practice for AI providers, and Meta is spending billions revamping its superintelligence development efforts…

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Your Nonprofit's Backbone: CEO and Board Essentials with Special Guest Bob Lonac 26:20

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Welcome to the Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast, for Startup, Small, and Growing Nonprofits! In this episode, host Matt Stockman sits down with special guest Bob Lonac, a seasoned expert in nonprofit leadership with a remarkable career, including roles at Young Life, International Justice Mission, and CRISTA. Bob is also the author of "Live Large: Sev…

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AISN #58: Senate Removes State AI Regulation Moratorium 9:04

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Plus: Judges Split on Whether Training AI on Copyrighted Material is Fair Use. In this edition: The Senate removes a provision from Republican's “Big Beautiful Bill” aimed at restricting states from regulating AI; two federal judges split on whether training AI on copyrighted books in fair use. Listen to the AI Safety Newsletter for free on Spotify…

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From Impact To Influence: Telling Your Nonprofit's Stories Well 19:41

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Unlock the power of storytelling to transform your nonprofit's marketing! In this episode of The Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast, host and nonprofit growth coach Matt Stockman dives deep into "From Impact to Influence: Telling Your Nonprofit's Stories Well". Discover why compelling stories create emotional connections, simplify complex ideas, and ins…

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Crafting Your Nonprofit's North Star: The Vision Statement 22:26

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Are you building a nonprofit with lasting impact? Welcome back to "The Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast, for Startup, Small, and Growing Nonprofits!" In this essential Part 2 episode, host Matt Stockman dives deep into the crucial, yet often misunderstood, nonprofit vision statement. Many people confuse mission and vision, but they serve distinct purp…

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AISN #57: The RAISE Act 7:12

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In this edition: The New York Legislature passes an act regulating frontier AI—but it may not be signed into law for some time. Listen to the AI Safety Newsletter for free on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. The RAISE Act New York may soon become the first state to regulate frontier AI systems. On June 12, the state's legislature passed the Responsible A…

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Is Your Mission Statement Sabotaging Your Nonprofit? Crafting A Mission for Maximum Impact 20:52

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Welcome to The Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast! In this foundational episode, your host Matt Stockman tackles the single most important reason most nonprofits fail—and it isn't a lack of funding. It's a lack of clarity. Your organization's mission statement is the bedrock of your success, influencing everything from leadership and fundraising to dail…

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Mastering Nonprofit Email: 10 Best Practices for Impactful Communication 20:32

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Are your nonprofit's emails getting opened, read, and acted upon? In this essential episode of "The Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast," host Matt Stockman dives deep into the art and science of effective email communication for startups, small, and growing nonprofits. Discover why email is far from dead in 2025 and how to leverage it to build a strong …

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AISN #56: Google Releases Veo 3 8:37

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Plus, Opus 4 Demonstrates the Fragility of Voluntary Governance. In this edition: Google released a frontier video generation model at its annual developer conference; Anthropic's Claude Opus 4 demonstrates the danger of relying on voluntary governance. Listen to the AI Safety Newsletter for free on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Google Releases Veo 3 …

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Fearless Fundraising Step #5: Mastering the Call To Action for Nonprofit Growth 16:16

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Welcome to "The Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast," where host Matt Stockman helps startup, small, and growing nonprofits build a strong foundation. In this episode, we tackle the #1 pain point for many: fundraising. Specifically, we’re honing in on Step 5 of the Fearless Fundraising Framework: The Action Step, and how it empowers you to invite others …

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Fearless Fundraising Step #4: Creating Urgency - Compelling Action Now! 12:46

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Podcast Show Notes: The Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast for Startup, Small and Growing Nonprofits Episode Title: Fearless Fundraising Step #4: Creating Urgency - Compelling Action Now! Episode Summary: Welcome to another impactful episode of The Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast! In this episode, host Matt Stockman dives deep into Step 4 of the Fearless …

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AISN #55: Trump Administration Rescinds AI Diffusion Rule, Allows Chip Sales to Gulf States 9:18

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Plus, Bills on Whistleblower Protections, Chip Location Verification, and State Preemption. In this edition: The Trump Administration rescinds the Biden-era AI diffusion rule and sells AI chips to the UAE and Saudi Arabia; Federal lawmakers propose legislation on AI whistleblowers, location verification for AI chips, and prohibiting states from reg…

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Fearless Fundraising Step #3: Mastering The Ask for Nonprofit Success! 12:59

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Welcome to The Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast for Startup, Small, and Growing Nonprofits! Are you ready to build your nonprofit on a rock-solid foundation and create lasting impact? Join your host, Matt Stockman, in each episode as we dive deep into the 6 key areas essential for nonprofit success: Leadership, Fundraising, Marketing, Programs and Ser…

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AISN #54: OpenAI Updates Restructure Plan 8:40

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Plus, AI Safety Collaboration in Singapore. In this edition: OpenAI claims an updated restructure plan would preserve nonprofit control; A global coalition meets in Singapore to propose a research agenda for AI safety. Listen to the AI Safety Newsletter for free on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. OpenAI Updates Restructure Plan On May 5th, OpenAI announ…

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Fearless Fundraising Step 2: Making Your Donor The HERO 11:46

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Episode Title: Fearless Fundraising Step 2: Making Your Donor The HERO Host: Matt Stockman Episode Description: Welcome back to The Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast, your essential resource for startup, small, and growing nonprofits. Hosted by Matt Stockman, this podcast provides nonprofit leaders with the frameworks, tools, and guidance needed for la…

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AISN #53: An Open Letter Attempts to Block OpenAI Restructuring 10:39

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Plus, SafeBench Winners. Welcome to the AI Safety Newsletter by the Center for AI Safety. We discuss developments in AI and AI safety. No technical background required. In this edition: Experts and ex-employees urge the Attorneys General of California and Delaware to block OpenAI's for-profit restructure; CAIS announces the winners of its safety be…

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Fearless Fundraising Step 1: Nail Your Nonprofit's Problem Statement 7:52

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As a nonprofit leader, do you struggle to articulate your organization's core purpose in a way that inspires support and drives impact? Effective nonprofit leadership starts with absolute clarity on the problem you exist to solve. Many nonprofits falter because their core problem statement is too broad or just not clear. In this episode of The Nonp…

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AISN #52: An Expert Virology Benchmark 10:10

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Plus, AI-Enabled Coups. In this edition: AI now outperforms human experts in specialized virology knowledge in a new benchmark; A new report explores the risk of AI-enabled coups. Listen to the AI Safety Newsletter for free on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. An Expert Virology Benchmark A team of researchers (primarily from SecureBio and CAIS) has devel…

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Build Your Nonprofit Network: Practical Steps to Success 15:28

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Struggling to grow your nonprofit's support network beyond your initial circle of friends and family? 🤔 This episode of The Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast is packed with practical strategies to help you build the robust connections your mission needs – without the awkwardness or a huge marketing budget! So you've shared your vision... but then what?…

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AISN #51: AI Frontiers 12:09

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Plus, AI 2027. In this newsletter, we cover the launch of AI Frontiers, a new forum for expert commentary on the future of AI. We also discuss AI 2027, a detailed scenario describing how artificial superintelligence might emerge in just a few years. Listen to the AI Safety Newsletter for free on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. AI Frontiers Last week, CA…

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Nonprofit Launch Plan: Essential Frameworks for Starting & Growing Your Nonprofit Organization 13:40

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Welcome to the Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast for Startup, Small, and Growing Nonprofits! In this inaugural episode, host Matt Stockman, a seasoned nonprofit growth coach, unveils the 6 crucial frameworks for launching and scaling a successful nonprofit. Whether you're just starting out or struggling to manage your existing organization, this episod…

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AISN #50: AI Action Plan Responses 12:25

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Plus, Detecting Misbehavior in Reasoning Models. In this newsletter, we cover AI companies’ responses to the federal government's request for information on the development of an AI Action Plan. We also discuss an OpenAI paper on detecting misbehavior in reasoning models by monitoring their chains of thought. Listen to the AI Safety Newsletter for …

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AISN #49: AI Action Plan Responses 12:25

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Plus, Detecting Misbehavior in Reasoning Models. In this newsletter, we cover AI companies’ responses to the federal government's request for information on the development of an AI Action Plan. We also discuss an OpenAI paper on detecting misbehavior in reasoning models by monitoring their chains of thought. Listen to the AI Safety Newsletter for …

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AISN 11:31

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Plus, Measuring AI Honesty. Welcome to the AI Safety Newsletter by the Center for AI Safety. We discuss developments in AI and AI safety. No technical background required. In this newsletter, we discuss two recent papers: a policy paper on national security strategy, and a technical paper on measuring honesty in AI systems. Listen to the AI Safety …

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Superintelligence Strategy: Expert Version

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Superintelligence is destabilizing since it threatens other states’ survival—it could be weaponized, or states may lose control of it. Attempts to build superintelligence may face threats by rival states—creating a deterrence regime called Mutual Assured AI Malfunction (MAIM). In this paper, Dan Hendrycks, Eric Schmidt, and Alexandr Wang detail a s…

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Superintelligence Strategy: Standard Version

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Superintelligence is destabilizing since it threatens other states’ survival—it could be weaponized, or states may lose control of it. Attempts to build superintelligence may face threats by rival states—creating a deterrence regime called Mutual Assured AI Malfunction (MAIM). In this paper, Dan Hendrycks, Eric Schmidt, and Alexandr Wang detail a s…

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Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast Trailer 1:36

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Since you are launching or leading a small nonprofit, you know the feeling of being overwhelmed by fundraising, marketing, operations, and everything in between. You’re not alone—and you’re in the right place! The Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast is here to help you build a strong foundation and grow with confidence. Hosted by Matt Stockman, a nonprof…

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AISN #48: Utility Engineering and EnigmaEval 8:56

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Welcome to the AI Safety Newsletter by the Center for AI Safety. We discuss developments in AI and AI safety. No technical background required. Listen to the AI Safety Newsletter for free on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. In this newsletter, we explore two recent papers from CAIS. We’d also like to highlight that CAIS is hiring for editorial and writin…

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AISN #47: Reasoning Models 9:00

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Plus, State-Sponsored AI Cyberattacks. Listen to the AI Safety Newsletter for free on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Reasoning Models DeepSeek-R1 has been one of the most significant model releases since ChatGPT. After its release, the DeepSeek's app quickly rose to the top of Apple's most downloaded chart and NVIDIA saw a 17% stock decline. In this st…

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AISN #46: The Transition 11:20

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Plus, Humanity's Last Exam, and the AI Safety, Ethics, and Society Course. Listen to the AI Safety Newsletter for free on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. The Transition The transition from the Biden to Trump administrations saw a flurry of executive activity on AI policy, with Biden signing several last-minute executive orders and Trump revoking Biden's…

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AISN #45: Center for AI Safety 2024 Year in Review 11:31

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As 2024 draws to a close, we want to thank you for your continued support for AI safety and review what we’ve been able to accomplish. In this special-edition newsletter, we highlight some of our most important projects from the year. The mission of the Center for AI Safety is to reduce societal-scale risks from AI. We focus on three pillars of wor…