AGI with Peter Voss | Tech Talk Live | Episode 113
Tue Feb 03 2026
Peter Voss, an AI pioneer who coined the term "Artificial General Intelligence" (AGI), joined the podcast to discuss the current state and future of AI. Voss argues that the current focus on large language models (LLMs) and brute-force methods is a dead end, and that true AGI requires a fundamentally different approach rooted in understanding human intelligence. He criticizes the reliance on backpropagation and massive datasets, advocating for neuro-symbolic systems that learn autonomously and adapt in real-time. Voss believes that AGI will revolutionize scientific research, reduce costs through automation, and provide personal assistance to enhance human flourishing. He envisions AGI as a rational "angel on our shoulder," helping us make better decisions and navigate an increasingly complex world. Voss estimates that with a dedicated team, adult-level AGI could be achieved within 18-24 months, emphasizing the importance of efficient architectures and a focus on quality over quantity of data.
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Peter Voss, an AI pioneer who coined the term "Artificial General Intelligence" (AGI), joined the podcast to discuss the current state and future of AI. Voss argues that the current focus on large language models (LLMs) and brute-force methods is a dead end, and that true AGI requires a fundamentally different approach rooted in understanding human intelligence. He criticizes the reliance on backpropagation and massive datasets, advocating for neuro-symbolic systems that learn autonomously and adapt in real-time. Voss believes that AGI will revolutionize scientific research, reduce costs through automation, and provide personal assistance to enhance human flourishing. He envisions AGI as a rational "angel on our shoulder," helping us make better decisions and navigate an increasingly complex world. Voss estimates that with a dedicated team, adult-level AGI could be achieved within 18-24 months, emphasizing the importance of efficient architectures and a focus on quality over quantity of data. We are live every Tuesday 6/9pm ET/PT on X at @tech_talk_live and YouTube at @techtalkliveshow. Subscribe for email updates on our website www.techtalklive.xyz.