Can you be too rich? • 2024 • episode "S1E4" • What's Next: The Future with Bill Gates

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The income gap is a growing concern with far-reaching implications. Bill explores ways to address inequality with Sens. Bernie Sanders and Mitt Romney.

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What's Next: The Future with Bill Gates • 2024 • 5 episodes •

What will AI do for us/to us?

What will AI do for us/to us?

Love or loathe him, Microsoft founder Bill Gates presents an easily digested documentary series on the threats and opportunities facing humanity now and in the future.

2024 • Technology

Truth or Consequences?

Truth or Consequences?

Preserving truth in an era of misinformation is challenging. Bill traces the life cycle and impact of conspiracy theories, with insights from Lady Gaga.

2024 • Technology

Can we stop global warming?

Can we stop global warming?

Gates tackles the efficacy of fighting climate change, weighing the cost-benefit analysis that future generations will inevitably have to confront.

2024 • Technology

Can you be too rich?

Can you be too rich?

The income gap is a growing concern with far-reaching implications. Bill explores ways to address inequality with Sens. Bernie Sanders and Mitt Romney.

2024 • Technology

Can We Outsmart Disease?

Can We Outsmart Disease?

Can technology help eradicate infectious diseases? Bill meets with Dr. Anthony Fauci and other public health experts to examine the latest breakthroughs.

2024 • Technology

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