HLI’s work is discussed on the 80k podcast: Some comments
We’re delighted that HLI’s work and the subjective wellbeing approach featured so prominently on the latest 80k podcast with Elie Hassenfeld, the CEO of GiveWell. It was a really high-quality conversation, and kudos to host Rob Wiblin for doing such an excellent job putting forward our point of view. Quite a few people have asked us what we thought, so I’ve written up some comments.
I split those into four main comments and a number of minor ones. To preview, the main comments are:
We’re delighted, but surprised, to hear GiveWell are now so positive about the SWB approach; we’re curious to know what changed their mind.
HLI and GiveWell disagree on what does the most good based on differences of how to interpret the evidence; we’d be open to an ‘adversarial collaboration’ to see if we can iron out those differences.
We’d love to do more research, but we’re currently funding constrained. If you - GiveWell or anyone else - want to see it, please consider supporting us!
Finally, Rob, it’s about time you had us on the podcast!