How I Write
How I Write
David Perell
What the Experts Really Think About AI | How I Write Compilation
54 minutes Posted Jul 20, 2026 at 4:00 pm.
Introduction
Ezra Klein
Maria Popova
Tyler Cowen
Tom Junod
Sam Altman
Steven Pinker
Jimmy Soni
Riva Tez
Yann Martel
Marc Andreessen
Robert Macfarlane
Jon Yaged
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Learn more about Alpha School at ⁠https://go.alpha.school/howiwrite
AI and creativity. I've asked dozens of writers for their take; some think it's a godsend, while others believe it's the literal scum of the earth.
Here are 12 of the best responses from literary award winners like Robert Macfarlane, builders like Sam Altman, and journalists like Ezra Klein. This is what people at the cutting edge are saying about how AI will impact writing, creativity, and culture.
About the host
Hey! I’m David Perell and I’m a writer, teacher, and podcaster. I believe writing online is one of the biggest opportunities in the world today. For the first time in human history, everybody can freely share their ideas with a global audience. I seek to help as many people publish their writing online as possible.
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