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Lex Fridman Podcast

Conversations about science, technology, history, philosophy and the nature of intelligence, consciousness, love, and power. Lex is an AI researcher at MIT and beyond. Conversations about science, technology, history, philosophy and the nature of intelligence, consciousness, love, and power. Lex is an AI researcher at MIT and beyond.
Transcribed podcasts: 442
Time transcribed: 44d 12h 13m 31s

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Kevin Spacey: Power, Controversy, Betrayal, Truth & Love in Film and Life | Lex Fridman Podcast #432
Conversation with Kevin Spacey: Exploring Complexity and Redemption
[Kevin Spacey acting House of Cards film redemption empathy human nature]

Roman Yampolskiy: Dangers of Superintelligent AI | Lex Fridman Podcast #431
The Complexities of AI Safety and the Future of Humanity
AI Safety Superintelligence Consciousness Existential Risk Technology Ethics

Charan Ranganath: Human Memory, Imagination, Deja Vu, and False Memories | Lex Fridman Podcast #430
The Complexities of Memory: Insights from Neuroscience and Personal Experience
neuroscience memory human experience false memories nostalgia brain-computer interfaces

Paul Rosolie: Jungle, Apex Predators, Aliens, Uncontacted Tribes, and God | Lex Fridman Podcast #429
Exploring the Amazon Jungle with Paul Rosalie
Amazon rainforest biodiversity naturalism exploration conservation adventure survival philosophy wildlife

Sean Carroll: General Relativity, Quantum Mechanics, Black Holes & Aliens | Lex Fridman Podcast #428
Exploring the Cosmos of Consciousness with Sean Carroll
[Physics Consciousness Black Holes Artificial Intelligence Complexity Philosophy]

Neil Adams: Judo, Olympics, Winning, Losing, and the Champion Mindset | Lex Fridman Podcast #427
Conversations with Neil Adams: The Art and Science of Judo
Judo Olympics Martial Arts Training Commentary Sports Psychology

Edward Gibson: Human Language, Psycholinguistics, Syntax, Grammar & LLMs | Lex Fridman Podcast #426
The Intricacies of Human Language and the Exploration of Communication
Human language Dependency grammar Cognitive science Linguistics Translation Large language models

Andrew Callaghan: Channel 5, Gonzo, QAnon, O-Block, Politics & Alex Jones | Lex Fridman Podcast #425
Journey into Extremes with Andrew Callaghan
Journalism Andrew Callaghan Channel 5 Documentary January 6th QAnon Human Behavior Social Issues Listening

Bassem Youssef: Israel-Palestine, Gaza, Hamas, Middle East, Satire & Fame | Lex Fridman Podcast #424
The Journey of Basim Youssef: Comedy, Politics, and Identity
Comedy Politics Middle East Free Speech Identity Satire Religion Humanity

Tulsi Gabbard: War, Politics, and the Military Industrial Complex | Lex Fridman Podcast #423
Exploring the Complexities of War and Peace: A Conversation with Tulsi Gabbard
Tulsi Gabbard War Politics Peace Military-Industrial Complex Democratic Party Republican Party Ideology Foreign Policy

Mark Cuban: Shark Tank, DEI & Wokeism Debate, Elon Musk, Politics & Drugs | Lex Fridman Podcast #422
Mark Cuban on Entrepreneurship, DEI, and Cost Plus Drugs
[entrepreneurship healthcare transparency DEI Cost Plus Drugs Mark Cuban Lex Fridman]

Dana White: UFC, Fighting, Khabib, Conor, Tyson, Ali, Rogan, Elon & Zuck | Lex Fridman Podcast #421
The Power of Fighting: An Insightful Conversation with Dana White
UFC MMA Fighting Dana White Lex Friedman Human Resilience Gambling Sports Business Storytelling

Annie Jacobsen: Nuclear War, CIA, KGB, Aliens, Area 51, Roswell & Secrecy | Lex Fridman Podcast #420
The Nuclear Threat: A Conversation with Annie Jacobson
Nuclear War National Security Government Secrecy Disinformation Area 51 Assassination Cold War

Sam Altman: OpenAI, GPT-5, Sora, Board Saga, Elon Musk, Ilya, Power & AGI | Lex Fridman Podcast #419
The Future of Compute and AI with Sam Altman
Artificial Intelligence AGI OpenAI Sam Altman Lex Friedman Future of Work Technological Ethics Compute

Israel-Palestine Debate: Finkelstein, Destiny, M. Rabbani & Benny Morris | Lex Fridman Podcast #418
The Complexities of the Israel-Palestine Conflict: A Debate
Israel Palestine conflict history debate peace negotiations genocide war crimes international law

Kimbal Musk: The Art of Cooking, Tesla, SpaceX, Zip2, and Family | Lex Fridman Podcast #417
A Journey Through Food, Family, and Innovation: Kimball Musk's Insights
Entrepreneurship Cooking Family Technology Space Exploration Humility Vulnerability Food Culture

Yann Lecun: Meta AI, Open Source, Limits of LLMs, AGI & the Future of AI | Lex Fridman Podcast #416
The Future of AI and Open Source: A Conversation with Jan LeCun
AI Open Source Jan LeCun Meta Artificial Intelligence Robotics Future Technology Machine Learning Innovation Ethics

Serhii Plokhy: History of Ukraine, Russia, Soviet Union, KGB, Nazis & War | Lex Fridman Podcast #415
Understanding the Russo-Ukrainian War Through Historical Context
[Ukraine Russia History War Chernobyl KGB Nationalism Putin NATO]

Tucker Carlson: Putin, Navalny, Trump, CIA, NSA, War, Politics & Freedom | Lex Fridman Podcast #414
Conversation with Tucker Carlson: Insights on Leadership, Democracy, and the Future
[Tucker Carlson Lex Fridman politics interviewing democracy technology leadership family conversations]

Bill Ackman: Investing, Financial Battles, Harvard, DEI, X & Free Speech | Lex Fridman Podcast #413
** A Conversation with Bill Ackman: Activism, Governance, and the Future **
** [Activism Investing Governance Higher Education Free Speech Israel-Palestine Leadership Financial Markets]

Marc Raibert: Boston Dynamics and the Future of Robotics | Lex Fridman Podcast #412
** The Evolution of Robotics: Insights from Marc Raibert, Founder of Boston Dynamics **
** [Robotics Boston Dynamics AI Engineering Innovation]

Omar Suleiman: Palestine, Gaza, Oct 7, Israel, Resistance, Faith & Islam | Lex Fridman Podcast #411
** The Unfolding Tragedy of Gaza: Perspectives on Occupation, Resistance, and Hope **
** [Gaza Palestine Occupation Justice Interfaith Resilience U.S. Foreign Policy Al-Aqsa Human Rights]

Ben Shapiro vs Destiny Debate: Politics, Jan 6, Israel, Ukraine & Wokeism | Lex Fridman Podcast #410
** The Political Debate Between Ben Shapiro and Destiny: Analyzing Elections, Culture, and Wokeism **
** [Politics Democracy Education Wokeism Foreign Policy Culture Wars Identity Politics Marriage]

Matthew Cox: FBI Most Wanted Con Man - $55 Million in Bank Fraud | Lex Fridman Podcast #409
Reflection on Consequences and Legal Challenges
[legal issues reflection probation consequences decision-making]

Tal Wilkenfeld: Music, Guitar, Bass, Jeff Beck, Prince, and Leonard Cohen | Lex Fridman Podcast #408
Embracing the Edge: A Conversation with Tal Wilkenfeld
[Music Creativity Inspiration Emotion Art Mentorship Performance Jazz Rock Songwriting]

Guillaume Verdon: Beff Jezos, E/acc Movement, Physics, Computation & AGI | Lex Fridman Podcast #407
Exploring the Dual Identities of Guillaume Verdun: From Physics to Effective Accelerationism
[Quantum Computing Effective Accelerationism Artificial Intelligence Identity Technology Physics]

Teddy Atlas: Mike Tyson, Cus D'Amato, Boxing, Loyalty, Fear & Greatness | Lex Fridman Podcast #406
** The Unfolding Story of Teddy Atlas: Loyalty, Betrayal, and the Pursuit of Greatness in Boxing **
** [Boxing Teddy Atlas Mike Tyson Cus D'Amato Loyalty Human Nature Podcast Life Lessons]

Jeff Bezos: Amazon and Blue Origin | Lex Fridman Podcast #405
** Exploring Vision and Innovation: A Conversation with Jeff Bezos **
** [Jeff Bezos Lex Fridman Amazon Blue Origin Space Exploration AI Long-Term Thinking Customer Obsession Innovation Decision Making]

Lee Cronin: Controversial Nature Paper on Evolution of Life and Universe | Lex Fridman Podcast #404
** Navigating the Cosmos: Assembly Theory, Intelligence, and the Search for Alien Life **
** [Assembly Theory Intelligence Alien Life Complexity Evolution AI]

Lisa Randall: Dark Matter, Theoretical Physics, and Extinction Events | Lex Fridman Podcast #403
Exploring the Mysteries of Dark Matter with Lisa Randall
[dark matter cosmology theoretical physics galaxy formation extinction events AI scientific discovery human perception standard model collaboration]

Michael Malice: Thanksgiving Pirate Special | Lex Fridman Podcast #402
Exploring Humor, Friendship, and Life with Michael Malice
[podcast humor philosophy comedy art loyalty friendship]

John Mearsheimer: Israel-Palestine, Russia-Ukraine, China, NATO, and WW3 | Lex Fridman Podcast #401
A Conversation with John Mearsheimer on Power, War, and International Relations
[Mearsheimer International Relations Realism War Peace Ukraine Israel Palestine Nationalism Power Dynamics]

Elon Musk: War, AI, Aliens, Politics, Physics, Video Games, and Humanity | Lex Fridman Podcast #400
** Elon Musk on War, AI, and the Future of Humanity **
** [AI Development War Human Nature Tesla Optimus Free Speech Public Perception]

Jared Kushner: Israel, Palestine, Hamas, Gaza, Iran, and the Middle East | Lex Fridman Podcast #399
** Insights on Peace, Power Dynamics, and Leadership: A Conversation with Jared Kushner **
** [Jared Kushner diplomacy Middle East Trump administration prison reform leadership negotiation U.S.-China relations Abraham Accords]

Mark Zuckerberg: First Interview in the Metaverse | Lex Fridman Podcast #398
Mark Zuckerberg's Vision of a Photorealistic Metaverse Experience
[Metaverse Augmented Reality Virtual Reality Kodak Avatars AI Technology Human Interaction Communication]

Greg Lukianoff: Cancel Culture, Deplatforming, Censorship & Free Speech | Lex Fridman Podcast #397
** The Importance of Freedom of Speech and the Dangers of Censorship **
** [Free Speech Cancel Culture Mental Health Education Social Media Critical Thinking]

James Sexton: Divorce Lawyer on Marriage, Relationships, Sex, Lies & Love | Lex Fridman Podcast #396
** The Complexity of Love: A Conversation with Divorce Lawyer James Sexton **
** [Relationships Divorce Intimacy Love Marriage Communication Empathy Prenup]

Walter Isaacson: Elon Musk, Steve Jobs, Einstein, Da Vinci & Ben Franklin | Lex Fridman Podcast #395
The Journey of Exploration and Insight with Walter Isaacson
Biography Creativity Psychology Leadership Human Experience

Neri Oxman: Biology, Art, and Science of Design & Engineering with Nature | Lex Fridman Podcast #394
The Intersection of Nature, Technology, and Humanity: A Conversation with Neri Oxman
Neri Oxman synthetic biology material science technology love creativity design philosophy nature AGI

Andrew Huberman: Relationships, Drama, Betrayal, Sex, and Love | Lex Fridman Podcast #393
Exploring Love, Relationships, and Productivity with Andrew Huberman
Relationships Productivity Friendship Personal Growth Parenting Well-being

Joscha Bach: Life, Intelligence, Consciousness, AI & the Future of Humans | Lex Fridman Podcast #392
The Nature of Consciousness and the Future of AI with Yoshua Bak
[Consciousness AI Philosophy Human Experience Technology]

Mohammed El-Kurd: Palestine | Lex Fridman Podcast #391
A Conversation with Mohamed El-Kurd on the Palestinian Cause
Palestine Israel conflict poetry activism Sheikh Jarrah human rights displacement resilience literature

Yuval Noah Harari: Human Nature, Intelligence, Power, and Conspiracies | Lex Fridman Podcast #390
Exploring the Nature of Intelligence, Consciousness, and Societal Constructs
AI Consciousness Societal Constructs Love Identity History Philosophy

Benjamin Netanyahu: Israel, Palestine, Power, Corruption, Hate, and Peace | Lex Fridman Podcast #389
Benjamin Netanyahu on Power, Peace, and Human Nature: A Conversation
Israel Benjamin Netanyahu Peace Politics Anti-Zionism Judicial Reform Palestine Ukraine Power History

Robert F. Kennedy Jr: CIA, Power, Corruption, War, Freedom, and Meaning | Lex Fridman Podcast #388
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Governance, Science, and the Human Condition
Governance Science Vaccines Foreign Policy Spirituality Robert F. Kennedy Jr Lex Fridman

George Hotz: Tiny Corp, Twitter, AI Safety, Self-Driving, GPT, AGI & God | Lex Fridman Podcast #387
Exploring the Future of AI and Humanity: A Conversation with George Hotz
AI Humanity Technology Programming Open Source Decentralization Autonomy Innovation

Marc Andreessen: Future of the Internet, Technology, and AI | Lex Fridman Podcast #386
The Future of AI and Its Implications: A Conversation with Marc Andreessen
AI technology Marc Andreessen history ethics societal impact innovation

Jimmy Wales: Wikipedia | Lex Fridman Podcast #385
The Journey and Philosophy Behind Wikipedia
[Wikipedia AI Trust Knowledge Community Politics]

Matthew McConaughey: Freedom, Truth, Family, Hardship, and Love | Lex Fridman Podcast #384
A Conversation with Matthew McConaughey: Life, Love, and the Universe
[Life Love Philosophy Film Inspiration Human Nature Relationships]

Mark Zuckerberg: Future of AI at Meta, Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp | Lex Fridman Podcast #383
A Conversation with Mark Zuckerberg: Technology, AI, and Personal Growth
[Meta AI Jiu Jitsu Technology Leadership Mixed Reality]

Bert Kreischer: Comedy, Drinking, Rogan, Segura, Churchill & Kim Jong Un | Lex Fridman Podcast #382
The Joy of Living Authentically with Bert Kreischer
comedy joy authenticity storytelling personal growth relationships

Chris Lattner: Future of Programming and AI | Lex Fridman Podcast #381
Exploring the Future of AI and Programming Languages with Chris Lattner
[Mojo AI Programming Python Computer Science Software Development]

Neil Gershenfeld: Self-Replicating Robots and the Future of Fabrication | Lex Fridman Podcast #380
The Intersection of Bits and Atoms: Exploring Digital Fabrication and Self-Replication with Neil Gershenfeld
digital fabrication self-replication AI consciousness Fab Labs maker movement biology technology creativity

Randall Kennedy: The N-Word - History of Race, Law, Politics, and Power | Lex Fridman Podcast #379
Exploring Race, Justice, and the N-Word: A Conversation with Randall Kennedy
race justice N-word affirmative action policing Martin Luther King Jr societal dynamics Harvard Law School

Anna Frebel: Origin and Evolution of the Universe, Galaxies, and Stars | Lex Fridman Podcast #378
Stellar Archaeology: Unraveling the Universe's Origins
astrophysics stellar archaeology Big Bang cosmic history discovery chemistry Milky Way galaxies nuclear fusion

Harvey Silverglate: Freedom of Speech | Lex Fridman Podcast #377
The Vital Role of Free Speech in American Society
Free Speech First Amendment Harvard Board of Overseers Academia Civil Liberties American Democracy Censorship FIRE Legal Rights

Stephen Wolfram: ChatGPT and the Nature of Truth, Reality & Computation | Lex Fridman Podcast #376
The Nature of Consciousness and Computation: A Conversation with Stephen Wolfram
[Artificial Intelligence Computation Consciousness Philosophy Thermodynamics Large Language Models]

David Pakman: Politics of Trump, Biden, Bernie, AOC, Socialism & Wokeism | Lex Fridman Podcast #375
In-Depth Conversation with David Pakman on Politics, Culture, and Society
[Politics Media Culture Conspiracy Theories Social Media]

Robert Playter: Boston Dynamics CEO on Humanoid and Legged Robotics | Lex Fridman Podcast #374
The Future of Robotics: Insights from Robert Plater, CEO of Boston Dynamics
** Robotics AI Automation Boston Dynamics Humanoid Robots Ethics

Manolis Kellis: Evolution of Human Civilization and Superintelligent AI | Lex Fridman Podcast #373
The Intersection of AI and Humanity: A Conversation with Manolis Kallis
[AI humanity ethics education personal growth diversity technology]

Simone Giertz: Queen of Sh*tty Robots, Innovative Engineering, and Design | Lex Fridman Podcast #372
The Creative Journey of Simone Yetch: Robots, Inventions, and Life Lessons
[invention robotics product design creativity health journey personal growth]

Max Tegmark: The Case for Halting AI Development | Lex Fridman Podcast #371
The Urgent Need for AI Safety: A Conversation with Max Tegmark
AI Safety Consciousness Moloch Nuclear War Philosophy Technology Ethics Future of Humanity Max Tegmark

Edward Frenkel: Reality is a Paradox - Mathematics, Physics, Truth & Love | Lex Fridman Podcast #370
The Intersection of Mathematics and Humanity: A Conversation with Edward Frenkel
mathematics love human experience Langlands program Fermat's Last Theorem philosophy quantum physics Edward Frenkel Lex Fridman

Paul Rosolie: Amazon Jungle, Uncontacted Tribes, Anacondas, and Ayahuasca | Lex Fridman Podcast #369
Exploring the Amazon: Paul Rosli's Journey and Insights on Conservation
Amazon conservation biodiversity exploration indigenous tribes environmentalism wildlife

Eliezer Yudkowsky: Dangers of AI and the End of Human Civilization | Lex Fridman Podcast #368
Exploring the Implications of Artificial Intelligence with Eliezer Yudkowsky
Artificial Intelligence AGI Ethics Alignment Philosophy Technology

Sam Altman: OpenAI CEO on GPT-4, ChatGPT, and the Future of AI | Lex Fridman Podcast #367
Exploring the Future of AI and Human Interaction with Sam Altman
AI OpenAI AGI technology future human interaction Sam Altman

Shannon Curry: Johnny Depp & Amber Heard Trial, Marriage, Dating & Love | Lex Fridman Podcast #366
Exploring the Complexity of Love, Relationships, and Trauma with Shannon Curry
psychology relationships mental health trauma personality disorders love forensic psychology

Sam Harris: Trump, Pandemic, Twitter, Elon, Bret, IDW, Kanye, AI & UFOs | Lex Fridman Podcast #365
Exploring the Nature of Truth, Trust, and Technology with Sam Harris
AGI misinformation public discourse empathy human nature technology Trump COVID-19 philosophy

Chris Voss: FBI Hostage Negotiator | Lex Fridman Podcast #364
The Art of Negotiation: Insights from Chris Voss
negotiation empathy FBI communication human behavior AI life purpose

B-Team Jiu Jitsu: Craig Jones, Nicky Rod, and Nicky Ryan | Lex Fridman Podcast #363
The Dynamics of Jiu-Jitsu: Training, Competition, and Psychology
[Jiu-Jitsu Training Competition Grappling Psychology]

Ginni Rometty: IBM CEO on Leadership, Power, and Adversity | Lex Fridman Podcast #362
The Journey of Jeannie Rometty: Leadership, AI, and Good Power
leadership AI IBM diversity good power technology personal growth career advice

Aaron Smith-Levin: Scientology | Lex Fridman Podcast #361
The Complexities of Scientology: Insights from Aaron Smith Levin
Scientology Aaron Smith Levin David Miscavige auditing thetans cult dynamics personal stories religion beliefs mental health

Tim Urban: Wokeism, Cancel Culture, Social Justice, Marxism & Liberalism | Lex Fridman Podcast #360
The Dynamics of Ideology and Discourse in Modern America
[politics ideology social justice discourse awareness courage]

Andrew Strominger: Black Holes, Quantum Gravity, and Theoretical Physics | Lex Fridman Podcast #359
Exploring the Mysteries of Black Holes and Cosmic Physics with Andrew Strominger
[black holes holographic principle quantum mechanics general relativity theoretical physics cosmology astrophysics]

Paul Conti: Narcissism, Sociopathy, Envy, and the Nature of Good and Evil | Lex Fridman Podcast #357
The Complex Nature of Trauma and Human Connection
psychology trauma human nature communication emotion psychiatry philosophy personal growth

Tim Dodd: SpaceX, Starship, Rocket Engines, and Future of Space Travel | Lex Fridman Podcast #356
Reflections on the Space Race and Modern Astronomy Challenges
[space exploration moon landing documentary engineering SpaceX astronomy]

David Kipping: Alien Civilizations and Habitable Worlds | Lex Fridman Podcast #355
Exploring the Cosmos: Conversations with David Kipping
[astronomy extraterrestrial life exoplanets technology AI philosophy astrophysics science communication]

Noam Brown: AI vs Humans in Poker and Games of Strategic Negotiation | Lex Fridman Podcast #344
Navigating the Complexities of Game Theory: Insights from Poker to Diplomacy
[Game Theory Artificial Intelligence Poker Diplomacy Reinforcement Learning Ethics Human-AI Interaction Natural Language Processing]

Roger Gracie: Greatest Jiu Jitsu Competitor of All Time | Lex Fridman Podcast #343
The Mindset and Journey of Haja Gracie in Jiu-Jitsu
Jiu-Jitsu MMA mindset motivation personal growth competitive sports philosophy training

Todd Howard: Skyrim, Elder Scrolls 6, Fallout, and Starfield | Lex Fridman Podcast #342
A Conversation with Todd Howard: The Mind Behind Elder Scrolls and Fallout
Todd Howard Game Design Elder Scrolls Fallout Video Games Starfield Game Development

Guido van Rossum: Python and the Future of Programming | Lex Fridman Podcast #341
The Future of Python and the Role of Leadership in Programming
Python programming Guido van Rossum software engineering machine learning open source technology leadership concurrency type hints

Chris Tarbell: FBI Agent Who Took Down Silk Road | Lex Fridman Podcast #340
The Dark World of Cyber Crime: Insights from Chris Tarbell
Cyber Crime FBI Silk Road Anonymous Hackers Ethical Dilemmas Technology

Climate Change Debate: Bjørn Lomborg and Andrew Revkin | Lex Fridman Podcast #339
The Complex Interplay of Climate Change, Policy, and Human Flourishing
climate change innovation energy policy societal perceptions environmental discourse human flourishing

Chamath Palihapitiya: Money, Success, Startups, Energy, Poker & Happiness | Lex Fridman Podcast #338
The Journey of Growth, Learning, and Leadership
[success leadership personal growth investing technology happiness friendship energy geopolitics]

Destiny: Politics, Free Speech, Controversy, Sex, War, and Relationships | Lex Fridman Podcast #337
The Dilemma of Academic Expression in Controversial Topics
[Academic Frustration Public Perception LGBT Community Vaccine Discourse Open-Mindedness]

Ben Shapiro: Politics, Kanye, Trump, Biden, Hitler, Extremism, and War | Lex Fridman Podcast #336
Exploring the Complexity of Belief and Society with Ben Shapiro
[philosophy politics morality religion climate change freedom of speech]

Fiona Hill: Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump | Lex Fridman Podcast #335
Strategic Empathy and the Complexities of Power: A Conversation with Fiona Hill
Fiona Hill Vladimir Putin Ukraine foreign policy strategic empathy national identity geopolitical issues Russia U.S. politics

Daniel Negreanu: Poker | Lex Fridman Podcast #324
Insights from Poker Legend Daniel Negrano
poker strategy psychology resilience self-awareness Daniel Negrano Lex Fridman

Will Sasso: Comedy, MADtv, AI, Friendship, Madness, and Pro Wrestling | Lex Fridman Podcast #323
Exploring Life, Comedy, and AI with Will Sasso
[comedy acting AI performance podcast]

Rana el Kaliouby: Emotion AI, Social Robots, and Self-Driving Cars | Lex Fridman Podcast #322
Exploring Human Emotion and AI with Rana Elkhayubi
AI Emotion Recognition Robotics Human-Centric Technology Empathy Women in Tech Startups Personal Growth

Ray Kurzweil: Singularity, Superintelligence, and Immortality | Lex Fridman Podcast #321
The Future of Humanity: Ray Kurzweil on AI, Consciousness, and the Singularity
Technology AI Singularity Future Consciousness Ethics Immortality

Christopher Capozzola: World War I, Ideology, Propaganda, and Politics | Lex Fridman Podcast #320
The Lessons of World War I and Its Impact on Modern Society
[World War I History American Politics Citizenship Leadership]

Botez Sisters: Chess, Streaming, and Fame | Lex Fridman Podcast #319
A Deep Dive into Chess, Life, and Creativity with Alexandra and Andrea Botez
chess content creation personal growth AI streaming philosophy women in chess

Nick Lane: Origin of Life, Evolution, Aliens, Biology, and Consciousness | Lex Fridman Podcast #318
Exploring the Origins of Life and Consciousness: A Conversation with Nick Lane
[Origin of Life Consciousness Evolution Artificial Intelligence Biology]

John Vervaeke: Meaning Crisis, Atheism, Religion & the Search for Wisdom | Lex Fridman Podcast #317
The Search for Meaning: Insights from John Verveke
[meaning crisis wisdom consciousness philosophy psychology John Verveke Lex Fridman meditation myth]

Noam Chomsky: Putin, Ukraine, China, and Nuclear War | Lex Fridman Podcast #316
The Global Consequences of U.S.-China Relations and the Ukraine Crisis: A Conversation with Noam Chomsky
U.S.-China Relations Ukraine War Geopolitics Noam Chomsky Foreign Policy Nuclear Threat Global Stability Human Civilization

Magnus Carlsen: Greatest Chess Player of All Time | Lex Fridman Podcast #315
Conversation with Magnus Carlsen: Insights from the World Chess Champion
chess Magnus Carlsen world champion competition philosophy sports creativity personal development

Liv Boeree: Poker, Game Theory, AI, Simulation, Aliens & Existential Risk | Lex Fridman Podcast #314
Exploring Life, AI Risks, and the Nature of Beauty with Liv Buri
poker game theory Moloch AI beauty existential risks relationships humanity technology

Jordan Peterson: Life, Death, Power, Fame, and Meaning | Lex Fridman Podcast #313
Dialogue on Existence: A Conversation with Jordan Peterson
[existence morality truth beauty responsibility transformation philosophy]

Duncan Trussell: Comedy, Sentient Robots, Suffering, Love & Burning Man | Lex Fridman Podcast #312
Exploring Existence and the Nature of Suffering with Duncan Trussell
[philosophy consciousness suffering kindness mental health war existence]

Magatte Wade: Africa, Capitalism, Communism, and the Future of Humanity | Lex Fridman Podcast #311
The Power of Economic Freedom: A Conversation with Magat Wade
Economic Freedom Entrepreneurship Africa Racism Empowerment Social Change

Andrew Bustamante: CIA Spy | Lex Fridman Podcast #310
Exploring Intelligence Operations: Insights from Andrew Bustamante
[CIA intelligence agencies surveillance ethics Andrew Bustamante Lex Fridman human relationships]

John Carmack: Doom, Quake, VR, AGI, Programming, Video Games, and Rockets | Lex Fridman Podcast #309
The Importance of Adaptability and Diverse Perspectives in Innovation
[Innovation Diversity Problem Solving Adaptability Free Market]

Ryan Graves: UFOs, Fighter Jets, and Aliens | Lex Fridman Podcast #308
Insights from Navy Commander Ryan Graves on UFOs and Advanced Technologies
UFOs military technology aviation A.I warfare fighter jets Ryan Graves Lex Fridman advanced technology

Brian Armstrong: Coinbase, Cryptocurrency, and Government Regulation | Lex Fridman Podcast #307
Conversation with Brian Armstrong on the Future of Cryptocurrency and Leadership
Cryptocurrency Coinbase Economic Freedom Leadership Innovation Blockchain DeFi Longevity Tech Industry Regulation

Oriol Vinyals: Deep Learning and Artificial General Intelligence | Lex Fridman Podcast #306
Exploring the Future of AI and Consciousness with Oriol Vinialis
AI Consciousness DeepMind Large Language Models Machine Learning Emergent Abilities Interdisciplinary Collaboration Ethics

Martin Rees: Black Holes, Alien Life, Dark Matter, and the Big Bang | Lex Fridman Podcast #305
The Cosmos, Black Holes, and the Future of Humanity: A Conversation with Lord Martin Rees
[cosmology astrophysics black holes existential risk extraterrestrial life]

Tony Fadell: iPhone, iPod, Nest, Steve Jobs, Design, and Engineering | Lex Fridman Podcast #294
The Journey of Innovation with Tony Fadell
innovation technology product design mentorship teamwork iPod iPhone Nest entrepreneurship

Donald Hoffman: Reality is an Illusion - How Evolution Hid the Truth | Lex Fridman Podcast #293
The Nature of Consciousness and Reality with Donald Hoffman
consciousness reality perception evolution cognitive science

Robin Hanson: Alien Civilizations, UFOs, and the Future of Humanity | Lex Fridman Podcast #292
Exploring the Cosmos of Thought: A Conversation with Robin Hansen
[Aliens Human Nature Economics Competition Self-Deception Technology Future]

Dan Reynolds: Imagine Dragons | Lex Fridman Podcast #290
Navigating the Depths of Music and Life with Dan Reynolds
[Imagine Dragons Mental Health Music LGBTQ+ Rights Self-Love]

Stephen Kotkin: Putin, Stalin, Hitler, Zelenskyy, and War in Ukraine | Lex Fridman Podcast #289
A Conversation with Stephen Kotkin on Putin, Ukraine, and Historical Parallels
Steven Kotkin Vladimir Putin Ukraine History Geopolitics Authoritarianism War Human Rights NATO Russia International Relations

Sarma Melngailis: Bad Vegan, Fraud, Prison, and Sociopathy | Lex Fridman Podcast #288
The Complexity of Life and Love: A Conversation with Sarma Melangeles
[Sarma Melangeles relationships love redemption Rikers Island podcast]

Oliver Stone: Vladimir Putin and War in Ukraine | Lex Fridman Podcast #286
Understanding Human Nature: A Conversation with Oliver Stone
[Oliver Stone Vladimir Putin Ukraine geopolitics filmmaking human nature empathy war propaganda]

Glenn Loury: Race, Racism, Identity Politics, and Cancel Culture | Lex Fridman Podcast #285
A Conversation with Glenn Lowry on Race, Identity, and American Society
race identity affirmative action education politics free speech economics Martin Luther King Jr Barack Obama Thomas Sowell

Saifedean Ammous: Bitcoin, Anarchy, and Austrian Economics | Lex Fridman Podcast #284
A Conversation with Safedin Amus on Bitcoin, Fiat, and Economic Theory
Bitcoin Fiat Economic Theory Cryptocurrency Central Banking Inflation Monetary Policy War Finance Investment

Grimes: Music, AI, and the Future of Humanity | Lex Fridman Podcast #281
Exploring Humanity, Art, and Consciousness with Grimes
[Homo Techno consciousness technology art music motherhood creativity]

David Wolpe: Judaism | Lex Fridman Podcast #270
Exploring Faith, Meaning, and the Human Experience with Rabbi David Wolpe
faith meaning consciousness Judaism philosophy human experience love suffering evil

Lee Cronin: Origin of Life, Aliens, Complexity, and Consciousness | Lex Fridman Podcast #269
Exploring the Assembly Theory and the Nature of Consciousness with Lee Cronin
[Assembly Theory Consciousness Complexity Chemistry Free Will Artificial Intelligence]

Mark Zuckerberg: Meta, Facebook, Instagram, and the Metaverse | Lex Fridman Podcast #267
The Complexity of Free Speech and Censorship in the Digital Age
free speech censorship social media Mark Zuckerberg digital age mental health technology connection community standards

Nicole Perlroth: Cybersecurity and the Weapons of Cyberwar | Lex Fridman Podcast #266
The Complexities of Cybersecurity and the Future of Human Connection
cybersecurity hacking intelligence agencies digital privacy human connection technology ethics social engineering future of security

Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling | Lex Fridman Podcast #265
The Art of Arm Wrestling with Devon Larratt: Strength, Strategy, and Humanity
[Arm Wrestling Strength Training Mental Toughness Technology Community Health Sports]

Tim Urban: Elon Musk, Neuralink, AI, Aliens, and the Future of Humanity | Lex Fridman Podcast #264
Exploring the Mysteries of Existence with Tim Urban
[Tim Urban Lex Fridman Artificial Intelligence Procrastination Technology Philosophy Reading Creativity]

John Abramson: Big Pharma | Lex Fridman Podcast #263
The Impact of Big Pharma and the Future of Healthcare
Big Pharma Healthcare Pharmaceutical Industry Transparency Medical Ethics Patient Care Preventive Medicine Mental Health

Garry Nolan: UFOs and Aliens | Lex Fridman Podcast #262
Exploring the Unknown: A Conversation with Gary Nolan
[UAP extraterrestrial life science DNA curiosity transparency]

Philip Goff: Consciousness, Panpsychism, and the Philosophy of Mind | Lex Fridman Podcast #261
Exploring Consciousness: A Conversation with Philip Goff
consciousness panpsychism philosophy artificial intelligence free will ethics

Georges St-Pierre, John Danaher & Gordon Ryan: The Greatest of All Time | Lex Fridman Podcast #260
Insights from MMA Legends: George St-Pierre, John Danaher, and Gordon Ryan
[MMA grappling philosophy extraterrestrial life martial arts]

Albert Bourla: Pfizer CEO | Lex Fridman Podcast #249
A Conversation with Albert Burla, CEO of Pfizer: Vaccines, Public Trust, and the Future of Medicine
Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine development public trust science biotechnology healthcare human nature

Norman Naimark: Genocide, Stalin, Hitler, Mao, and Absolute Power | Lex Fridman Podcast #248
A Conversation with Historian Norman Neymarck on Genocide and Human Nature
[genocide history Stalin Mao Zedong human nature technology responsibility to protect]

Jamie Metzl: Lab Leak Theory | Lex Fridman Podcast #247
Conversation with Jamie Metzel on COVID-19 Origins, Science, and Ethics
COVID-19 Lab Leak Genetic Engineering Biotechnology Ethics Science Communication WHO Transparency Global Health

Peter Woit: Theories of Everything & Why String Theory is Not Even Wrong | Lex Fridman Podcast #246
A Conversation with Peter White on Physics, Mathematics, and Theories of Everything
physics mathematics string theory twister theory theory of everything science communication cosmology theoretical physics

Tom Brands: Iowa Wrestling | Lex Fridman Podcast #245
Insights from Olympic Champion Tom Brands on Wrestling, Coaching, and Life
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Robert Crews: Afghanistan, Taliban, Bin Laden, and War in the Middle East | Lex Fridman Podcast #244
The Complex Tapestry of Afghanistan: A Conversation with Robert Cruz
Afghanistan history U.S. invasion Taliban military history culture politics historical lessons

Kevin Systrom: Instagram | Lex Fridman Podcast #243
The Journey of Kevin Systrom: Instagram and Beyond
[Instagram machine learning entrepreneurship social media leadership technology]

Ben Askren: Wrestling and MMA | Lex Fridman Podcast #242
Conversation with Ben Askren: Wrestling, MMA, and Life Lessons
Wrestling MMA Cryptocurrency Sports Psychology Gable Steveson Khabib Nurmagomedov Training Drilling Techniques

Boris Sofman: Waymo, Cozmo, Self-Driving Cars, and the Future of Robotics | Lex Fridman Podcast #241
The Future of Robotics and Autonomous Driving with Boris Sofman
robotics autonomous vehicles AI machine learning Waymo Anki Cosmo entrepreneurship technology future of work

Neal Stephenson: Sci-Fi, Space, Aliens, AI, VR & the Future of Humanity | Lex Fridman Podcast #240
Exploring the Mind of Neil Stevenson: A Conversation with the Science Fiction Legend
[science fiction technology storytelling human nature mathematics virtual reality]

Niall Ferguson: History of Money, Power, War, and Truth | Lex Fridman Podcast #239
Exploring History and the Future with Neil Ferguson
History Education Money Leadership COVID-19 University of Austin Literature Philosophy

Francis Collins: National Institutes of Health (NIH) | Lex Fridman Podcast #238
A Conversation with Francis Collins: Science, Faith, and the Future of Humanity
Science NIH COVID-19 Human Genome Project Ethics Faith Vaccines Leadership

Steve Viscelli: Trucking and the Decline of the American Dream | Lex Fridman Podcast #237
The Evolving Landscape of Trucking: Insights from Steve Vaseli
trucking automation sociology labor dynamics self-driving technology supply chain economics policy-making

Jimmy Pedro: Judo and the Forging of Champions | Lex Fridman Podcast #236
Conversation with Jimmy Pedro: Journey of a Judo Legend
judo martial arts coaching Olympic athletes perseverance mental toughness visualization

Michael Mina: Rapid COVID Testing | Lex Fridman Podcast #235
The Case for Rapid Home Testing: A Conversation with Michael Mina
COVID-19 rapid testing public health infectious diseases immunology testing policy Harvard

Stephen Wolfram: Complexity and the Fabric of Reality | Lex Fridman Podcast #234
Exploring Complexity and Consciousness with Stephen Wolfram
Complexity Consciousness Physics Mathematics Computational Models Wolfram Language Ruliad Theory Biology Economics

Carl Hart: Heroin, Cocaine, MDMA, Alcohol & the Role of Drugs in Society | Lex Fridman Podcast #233
The Complexity of Drug Use: A Conversation with Carl Hart
[Drugs Addiction Psychology Legalization Public Policy Empathy Society]

Brian Greene: Quantum Gravity, The Big Bang, Aliens, Death, and Meaning | Lex Fridman Podcast #232
Exploring the Universe and the Nature of Existence with Brian Greene
Physics Theoretical Physics Consciousness Astronomy Space Exploration Existence Fermi Paradox Big Bang Entropy Evolution

Alex Gladstein: Bitcoin, Authoritarianism, and Human Rights | Lex Fridman Podcast #231
Exploring Democracy, Technology, and Human Rights with Alex Glastine
[Bitcoin Human Rights Authoritarianism Democracy Technology Social Media]

Kelsi Sheren: War, Artillery, PTSD, and Love | Lex Fridman Podcast #230
A Conversation with Kelsey Sharon: War, Healing, and Humanity
Veterans PTSD Healing Artillery Afghanistan Mental Health Community Support Brass and Unity

Donald Knuth: Programming, Algorithms, Hard Problems & the Game of Life | Lex Fridman Podcast #219
Conversation with Donald Knuth: The Father of Algorithm Analysis
computer science algorithms programming open source personal development technology Elon Musk mathematics

Jaron Lanier: Virtual Reality, Social Media & the Future of Humans and AI | Lex Fridman Podcast #218
Exploring Consciousness and Technology with Jaren Lanier
[Virtual Reality Consciousness Technology Philosophy Music Social Media Human Experience Digital Platforms]

Rodney Brooks: Robotics | Lex Fridman Podcast #217
A Conversation with Rodney Brooks: Robotics, AI, and the Future
Robotics AI Autonomous Systems MIT Technology Innovation

Vincent Racaniello: Viruses and Vaccines | Lex Fridman Podcast #216
A Conversation with Vincent Racaniello: Exploring Viruses, Vaccines, and Human Resilience
COVID-19 vaccines virology public health sciencecommunication antiviral treatments infectiondynamics vaccinehesitancy

Wojciech Zaremba: OpenAI Codex, GPT-3, Robotics, and the Future of AI | Lex Fridman Podcast #215
Exploring the Frontiers of AI with Wojtek Zaremba
AI OpenAI Robotics Consciousness Machine Learning Philosophy Human Experience

Jed Buchwald: Isaac Newton and the Philosophy of Science | Lex Fridman Podcast #214
Insights into the Evolution of Scientific Thought: A Conversation with Jed Buchwald
[science philosophy history Isaac Newton Albert Einstein paradigm shifts scientific method]

Barry Barish: Gravitational Waves and the Most Precise Device Ever Built | Lex Fridman Podcast #213
Exploring Gravitational Waves with Barry Barish
gravitational waves LIGO physics curiosity literature Barry Barish science Nobel Prize existentialism human condition

Joscha Bach: Nature of Reality, Dreams, and Consciousness | Lex Fridman Podcast #212
Understanding Consciousness and AI: A Conversation with Yosha Bach
AI Consciousness Ethics Technology Philosophy Motivation Society Human Experience

Brian Muraresku: The Secret History of Psychedelics | Lex Fridman Podcast #211
Exploring the Intersection of Psychedelics, Religion, and Consciousness
psychedelics religion consciousness spirituality ancient history creativity meaning of life existentialism

Matt Walker: Sleep | Lex Fridman Podcast #210
The Importance of Sleep: A Conversation with Matt Walker
sleep creativity emotional well-being neuroscience insomnia health dreaming podcast

Luís and João Batalha: Fermat's Library and the Art of Studying Papers | Lex Fridman Podcast #209
The Intersection of Mathematics, Science, and Inspiration: A Conversation with Luiz and Joao Batala
mathematics science open access Fermat's Library annotations education sports philosophy

Jeff Hawkins: The Thousand Brains Theory of Intelligence | Lex Fridman Podcast #208
Exploring Intelligence: A Conversation with Jeff Hawkins
Neuroscience Intelligence Consciousness Artificial Intelligence Collective Intelligence Human Evolution

Chris Duffin: The Mad Scientist of Strength | Lex Fridman Podcast #207
Conversation with Chris Duffin: The Mad Scientist of Strength
strength training fitness Kabuki Strength personal growth steroids health mental resilience powerlifting sports performance

Ishan Misra: Self-Supervised Deep Learning in Computer Vision | Lex Fridman Podcast #206
Conversation with Ishan Mizra on Self-Supervised Learning and AI
AI machine learning self-supervised learning computer vision multimodal learning autonomous driving deep learning

Zach Bitter: Ultramarathon Running | Lex Fridman Podcast #205
A Conversation with Zach Bitter on Ultra Marathon Running and the Transcontinental Challenge
ultra marathon running nutrition fitness mental health endurance sports

Cumrun Vafa: String Theory | Lex Fridman Podcast #204
Exploring the Universe with Kamran Vafa: String Theory, Physics and Life
Physics String Theory Mathematics Quantum Mechanics Consciousness Science Theoretical Physics Edward Witten

Anya Fernald: Regenerative Farming and the Art of Cooking Meat | Lex Fridman Podcast #203
A Conversation with Anya Fernald: Revolutionizing the Meat Industry
regenerative agriculture ethical farming cooking food philosophy sustainability animal welfare hunting culinary experience

Rick Doblin: Psychedelics | Lex Fridman Podcast #202
The Future of Psychedelics: Insights from Rick Doblin
psychedelics MDMA PTSD therapy mental health Rick Doblin MAPS consciousness drug policy reform

Konstantin Batygin: Planet 9 and the Edge of Our Solar System | Lex Fridman Podcast #201
Exploring Planet Nine and the Universe's Mysteries with Konstantin Batygin
Planet Nine astrophysics solar system exploration music creativity human existence AI science cosmology gratitude

Michael Malice: Totalitarianism and Anarchy | Lex Fridman Podcast #200
Insightful Conversation with Michael Malice
[anarchism society freedom personal integrity human relationships]

David Sinclair: Extending the Human Lifespan Beyond 100 Years | Lex Fridman Podcast #189
The Quest for Longevity: Insights from David Sinclair
longevity genetics aging health philosophy wellness artificial intelligence

Vitalik Buterin: Ethereum 2.0 | Lex Fridman Podcast #188
A Conversation with Vitalik Buterin: Insights on Cryptocurrency, NFTs, and the Future of Humanity
[Cryptocurrency Ethereum NFTs Blockchain Longevity Technology Philosophy AI Safety]

Frank Wilczek: Physics of Quarks, Dark Matter, Complexity, Life & Aliens | Lex Fridman Podcast #187
Conversation with Frank Wilczek on Asymptotic Freedom and the Nature of the Universe
[Physics Asymptotic Freedom Quantum Mechanics Nobel Prize Dark Matter Time Crystals]

Bryan Johnson: Kernel Brain-Computer Interfaces | Lex Fridman Podcast #186
Exploring the Mind: A Conversation with Brian Johnson
[Kernel Braintree Cryptocurrency Brain Interfaces Sleep Entrepreneurship Mental Health Technology]

Sam Harris: Consciousness, Free Will, Psychedelics, AI, UFOs, and Meaning | Lex Fridman Podcast #185
A Conversation with Sam Harris: Free Will, Love, and the Nature of Consciousness
[Philosophy Free Will Love Consciousness Artificial Intelligence Jiu-Jitsu Fame]

Katherine de Kleer: Planets, Moons, Asteroids & Life in Our Solar System | Lex Fridman Podcast #184
Exploring the Cosmos with Catherine DeCleer
[Planetary Science Astronomy Extraterrestrial Life Space Exploration Astrobiology]

Po-Shen Loh: Mathematics, Math Olympiad, Combinatorics & Contact Tracing | Lex Fridman Podcast #183
Exploring Mathematics and the Human Experience With Po Shen Lo
[Mathematics Education COVID-19 Technology Philosophy]

John Danaher: The Path to Mastery in Jiu Jitsu, Grappling, Judo, and MMA | Lex Fridman Podcast #182
John Donohar on the Philosophy and Practice of Jiu-Jitsu
Jiu-Jitsu Martial Arts Leg Locks Philosophy Competition Training AI Meaning of Life Psychology

Sergey Nazarov: Chainlink, Smart Contracts, and Oracle Networks | Lex Fridman Podcast #181
Exploring Smart Contracts with Sergey Nazarov, CEO of Chainlink
[Chainlink Smart Contracts Cryptocurrency Blockchain Bitcoin Ethereum DeFi Innovation]

Jeremi Suri: History of American Power | Lex Fridman Podcast #180
Conversations with Jeremy Surrey: Exploring American History and Leadership
History Leadership Abraham Lincoln Franklin D. Roosevelt American Politics Sociology War Ethics Individualism Technology

Richard Craib: WallStreetBets, Numerai, and the Future of Stock Trading | Lex Fridman Podcast #159
A Conversation with Richard Crabe: Revolutionizing Hedge Funds through Crowdsourcing and AI
Crowdsourcing Finance Hedge Funds Machine Learning AI Wall Street Bets Numeri Entrepreneurship

Zev Weinstein: The Next Generation of Big Ideas and Brave Minds | Lex Fridman Podcast #158
A Conversation with Zev Weinstein: Philosophy, Optimism, and the Pursuit of Meaning
Philosophy Optimism Creativity Mortality Knowledge Society

Natalya Bailey: Rocket Engines and Electric Spacecraft Propulsion | Lex Fridman Podcast #157
Exploring the Cosmos with Natalia Bailey
[Space Exploration Rocket Science Propulsion Engineering Extraterrestrial Life Entrepreneurship Company Culture]

Tim Dillon: Comedy, Power, Conspiracy Theories, and Freedom | Lex Fridman Podcast #156
Tim Dillon on Comedy, Conspiracy Theories, and the Nature of Life
[Comedy Conspiracy Theories Personal Growth Identity Humor]

Lex Fridman: Ask Me Anything - AMA January 2021 | Lex Fridman Podcast
Exploring AI, Philosophy, and Personal Reflections in an AMA Podcast
AI Philosophy Happiness Personal Growth Diet Consciousness Social Media Podcasting

Max Tegmark: AI and Physics | Lex Fridman Podcast #155
Unlocking the Mysteries of Existence with Max Tegmark
AI Physics Consciousness Future of Humanity Machine Learning Scientific Discovery

Avi Loeb: Aliens, Black Holes, and the Mystery of the Oumuamua | Lex Fridman Podcast #154
Exploring the Universe with Avi Loeb
astronomy astrophysics extraterrestrial life black holes scientific inquiry philosophy curiosity anomalies cosmic exploration

Dmitry Korkin: Evolution of Proteins, Viruses, Life, and AI | Lex Fridman Podcast #153
Exploring Bioinformatics and The Beauty of Proteins with Dimitri Korkin
[Bioinformatics Protein Folding AlphaFold Machine Learning Literature Virus Engineering]

Dan Gable: Olympic Wrestling, Mental Toughness & the Making of Champions | Lex Fridman Podcast #152
Conversation with Dan Gable: The Legend of Wrestling
[Wrestling Dan Gable Olympic Champion Mental Toughness Family Sports Legacy]

Dan Kokotov: Speech Recognition with AI and Humans | Lex Fridman Podcast #151
Exploring Creation and Communication in Technology with Dan Gokodov
[Rev.ai speech-to-text technology communication leadership transcription translation philosophy]

Michael Malice: Freedom, Hope, and Happiness Amidst Chaos | Lex Fridman Podcast #150
The Absurdity of Power and the Quest for Meaning with Michael Malis
[anarchism politics humor North Korea philosophy]

Diana Walsh Pasulka: Aliens, Technology, Religion & the Nature of Belief | Lex Fridman Podcast #149
Exploring the Intersection of Belief, Technology, and Alien Intelligence with Diana Walsh Basalka
[Philosophy Religion Alien Intelligence Technology UFOs Belief]

Charles Isbell and Michael Littman: Machine Learning and Education | Lex Fridman Podcast #148
A Conversation with Charles Isbell and Michael Littman on Education and AI
[education machine learning programming AI friendship personal growth online learning]

Dmitri Dolgov: Waymo and the Future of Self-Driving Cars | Lex Fridman Podcast #147
The Challenges and Innovations of Autonomous Driving with Dmitri Dolgov
Waymo Autonomous Vehicles Machine Learning Robotics Ethics Technology AI

Michael Mina: Rapid Testing, Viruses, and the Engineering Mindset | Lex Fridman Podcast #146
A Conversation with Michael Mina: Rapid Testing and the Future of Public Health
COVID-19 public health rapid testing infectious disease immunology engineering Buddhism philosophy

Matthew Johnson: Psychedelics | Lex Fridman Podcast #145
Exploring the Mind Through Psychedelics: A Conversation with Matthew Johnson
psychedelics consciousness addiction psilocybin research

Michael Littman: Reinforcement Learning and the Future of AI | Lex Fridman Podcast #144
Exploring AI, Reinforcement Learning, and the Meaning of Life with Michael Littman
[Artificial Intelligence Reinforcement Learning Machine Learning Technology Philosophy]

John Clarke: The Art of Fighting and the Pursuit of Excellence | Lex Fridman Podcast #143
Conversation with John Clark: Martial Arts and Philosophy
[MMA Jiu-Jitsu Philosophy Relationships Personal Growth]

Manolis Kellis: Meaning of Life, the Universe, and Everything | Lex Fridman Podcast #142
Exploring the Meaning of Life: A Conversation with Manolis Kellis
MeaningOfLife Cognition Music Neuroscience ArtificialIntelligence Poetry Philosophy

Erik Brynjolfsson: Economics of AI, Social Networks, and Technology | Lex Fridman Podcast #141
Conversations with Eric Brinjalson on Economics and Technology
[Economics Technology Artificial Intelligence Automation Future of Work Exponential Growth]

Lisa Feldman Barrett: Love, Evolution, and the Human Brain | Lex Fridman Podcast #140
Exploring the Mind: A Conversation with Lisa Feldman Barrett
neuroscience emotions consciousness love human nature relationships psychology personal development evolution

Andrew Huberman: Neuroscience of Optimal Performance | Lex Fridman Podcast #139
Exploring Consciousness and Neural Dynamics with Andrew Huberman
Neuroscience Consciousness Fear Responses Brain Function Mental Health

Yaron Brook: Ayn Rand and the Philosophy of Objectivism | Lex Fridman Podcast #138
Exploring Objectivism with Yaron Brook
Objectivism Ayn Rand Philosophy Individualism Capitalism COVID-19 Personal Responsibility Reason

Alex Filippenko: Supernovae, Dark Energy, Aliens & the Expanding Universe | Lex Fridman Podcast #137
Conversation with Alex Filipenko: Exploring the Universe and Its Mysteries
astrophysics cosmology supernovae dark energy education science communication extraterrestrial life Nobel Prize curiosity

Dan Carlin: Hardcore History | Lex Fridman Podcast #136
A Conversation with Dan Carlin: Exploring History, Ideology, and Humanity
History Ideology Leadership Humanity Dan Carlin Hardcore History Modern Society Empathy Evil

Charles Isbell: Computing, Interactive AI, and Race in America | Lex Fridman Podcast #135
Exploring Computing and Race: A Conversation with Charles Isbell
[Artificial Intelligence Race Education Empathy Computing History]

Eric Weinstein: On the Nature of Good and Evil, Genius and Madness | Lex Fridman Podcast #134
A Deep Dive into Conversations with Eric Weinstein
podcast conversation philosophy music politics science gratitude unity intellectual discourse

Manolis Kellis: Biology of Disease | Lex Fridman Podcast #133
Exploring the Frontiers of Computational Biology with Manolis Kellis
[Computational Biology Genetics Disease Research Technology Personalized Medicine CRISPR Epigenetics Neuroscience]

George Hotz: Hacking the Simulation & Learning to Drive with Neural Nets | Lex Fridman Podcast #132
Conversation with George Hots: Innovations in Autonomous Driving
Autonomous Driving AI Machine Learning Programming Technology George Hots Kama AI Tesla Waymo Innovation

Chris Lattner: The Future of Computing and Programming Languages | Lex Fridman Podcast #131
Exploring the Future of Computing with Chris Latner
computing programming languages compiler design machine learning RISC-V LLVM technology innovation

François Chollet: Measures of Intelligence | Lex Fridman Podcast #120
Exploring Intelligence with Francois Chollet
intelligence artificial intelligence deep learning cognition ARC challenge Turing test machine learning

David Eagleman: Neuroplasticity and the Livewired Brain | Lex Fridman Podcast #119
Exploring the Beauty and Mystery of the Human Brain with David Eagleman
neuroscience neuroplasticity technology artificial intelligence adaptability human brain sensory expansion

Grant Sanderson: Math, Manim, Neural Networks & Teaching with 3Blue1Brown | Lex Fridman Podcast #118
A Conversation with Grant Sanderson: Exploring Education, Mathematics, and Creativity
[education mathematics Three Blue One Brown creativity technology GPT-3 science communication]

Sheldon Solomon: Death and Meaning | Lex Fridman Podcast #117
The Role of Death in Life: A Conversation with Sheldon Solomon
psychology death consciousness terror management theory existentialism meaning of life human behavior philosophy

Sara Seager: Search for Planets and Life Outside Our Solar System | Lex Fridman Podcast #116
Exploring the Universe: A Conversation with Sarah Seeger
astronomy exoplanets planetary science memoir loss human connection space exploration MIT

Dileep George: Brain-Inspired AI | Lex Fridman Podcast #115
Exploring Intelligence: A Conversation with Dilip George
neuroscience artificial intelligence brain-computer interfaces cognitive architecture machine learning

Russ Tedrake: Underactuated Robotics, Control, Dynamics and Touch | Lex Fridman Podcast #114
Exploring the Fascinating World of Robotics with Russ Tedrick
robotics artificial intelligence underactuated systems DARPA Robotics Challenge soft robotics human-robot interaction

Manolis Kellis: Human Genome and Evolutionary Dynamics | Lex Fridman Podcast #113
The Beauty and Complexity of the Human Genome and Its Evolution
[human genome evolution genetics computational biology COVID-19 meaning of life resilience language neuroscience]

Ian Hutchinson: Nuclear Fusion, Plasma Physics, and Religion | Lex Fridman Podcast #112
Exploring the Intersection of Science, Faith, and Humanity with Ian Hutchinson
nuclear engineering plasma physics fusion energy science and religion consciousness AI meaning of life faith love loyalty

Richard Karp: Algorithms and Computational Complexity | Lex Fridman Podcast #111
A Conversation with Richard Karp on Theoretical Computer Science
Computer Science Theoretical Algorithms NP Problems Turing Award Education Machine Learning Bioinformatics

Jitendra Malik: Computer Vision | Lex Fridman Podcast #110
A Conversation with Jitendra Malik on Computer Vision and AI
Computer Vision AI Deep Learning Human Learning Ethics in AI Jitendra Malik

Brian Kernighan: UNIX, C, AWK, AMPL, and Go Programming | Lex Fridman Podcast #109
A Conversation with Brian Kernighan: The Evolution of UNIX and Computing
[Computing Programming Languages UNIX AI Machine Learning Brian Kernighan Computer Science]

Sergey Levine: Robotics and Machine Learning | Lex Fridman Podcast #108
Exploring the Intersection of Robotics and Reinforcement Learning with Sergei Levine
robotics reinforcement learning deep learning artificial intelligence machine learning autonomy ethics in AI cognitive science

Peter Singer: Suffering in Humans, Animals, and AI | Lex Fridman Podcast #107
A Conversation with Peter Singer on Ethics, Suffering, and Effective Altruism
[ethics effective altruism animal rights suffering consciousness AI morality philosophy utilitarianism]

Matt Botvinick: Neuroscience, Psychology, and AI at DeepMind | Lex Fridman Podcast #106
Bridging Neuroscience and Artificial Intelligence: A Conversation with Matt Botvinick
Neuroscience Artificial Intelligence DeepMind Human-Agent Interaction Cognitive Science Meta-Learning Dopamine AI Ethics

Robert Langer: Edison of Medicine | Lex Fridman Podcast #105
Bridging Magic and Science: A Conversation with Bob Langer
Biotechnology Drug Delivery Tissue Engineering Science Communication Innovation MIT Medical Research

David Patterson: Computer Architecture and Data Storage | Lex Fridman Podcast #104
The Evolution of Computer Science: Insights from David Patterson
Computer Science RAID Microprocessor Instruction Set Architecture Education Technology AI Life Lessons David Patterson

Ben Goertzel: Artificial General Intelligence | Lex Fridman Podcast #103
A Conversation with Ben Gertzel on AGI, SingularityNet, and the Future of Humanity
AGI SingularityNet AI ethics longevity research decentralized systems robotics COVID-19

Steven Pressfield: The War of Art | Lex Fridman Podcast #102
A Conversation with Steven Pressfield on War, Creativity, and Resistance
Steven Pressfield creativity resistance war human nature Israeli-Palestinian conflict writing mortality art discipline

Joscha Bach: Artificial Consciousness and the Nature of Reality | Lex Fridman Podcast #101
Exploring Consciousness and AI with Yosha Bach
[Artificial Intelligence Consciousness Philosophy Human Nature Technology Society]

Stephen Wolfram: Cellular Automata, Computation, and Physics | Lex Fridman Podcast #89
Exploration of Computation and Intelligence with Stephen Wolfram
Stephen Wolfram computation intelligence cellular automata Wolfram Language philosophy artificial intelligence ethics consciousness

Eric Weinstein: Geometric Unity and the Call for New Ideas & Institutions | Lex Fridman Podcast #88
Conversation with Eric Weinstein: A Discussion on Geometric Unity and Institutional Challenges
[Eric Weinstein Geometric Unity COVID-19 Institutional Betrayal Leadership Mathematics Physics]

Richard Dawkins: Evolution, Intelligence, Simulation, and Memes | Lex Fridman Podcast #87
A Conversation with Richard Dawkins: Evolution, Intelligence, and the Nature of Life
Richard Dawkins evolution artificial intelligence morality memes science religion intelligent life technology

David Silver: AlphaGo, AlphaZero, and Deep Reinforcement Learning | Lex Fridman Podcast #86
The Journey of Reinforcement Learning and AlphaGo: A Conversation with David Silver
Artificial Intelligence DeepMind Reinforcement Learning AlphaGo AlphaZero Creativity Machine Learning Self-Play AI Research David Silver

Roger Penrose: Physics of Consciousness and the Infinite Universe | Lex Fridman Podcast #85
Conversation with Roger Penrose: Consciousness, Quantum Mechanics, and the Meaning of Life
[Roger Penrose Consciousness Quantum Mechanics Artificial Intelligence Cosmology Godel's Incompleteness The Meaning of Life]

Nick Bostrom: Simulation and Superintelligence | Lex Fridman Podcast #83
Exploring the Simulation Hypothesis and Superintelligence with Nick Bostrom
[Simulation Hypothesis Superintelligence Existential Risk Artificial Intelligence Philosophy]

Simon Sinek: Leadership, Hard Work, Optimism and the Infinite Game | Lex Fridman Podcast #82
Exploring Leadership, Optimism, and the Infinite Game with Simon Sinek
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Anca Dragan: Human-Robot Interaction and Reward Engineering | Lex Fridman Podcast #81
Exploring Human-Robot Interaction with Anka Jogan
human-robot interaction artificial intelligence robotics algorithms machine learning philosophy education ethics

Vitalik Buterin: Ethereum, Cryptocurrency, and the Future of Money | Lex Fridman Podcast #80
A Conversation with Vitalik Buterin: The Future of Ethereum and Cryptocurrency
Ethereum Cryptocurrency Blockchain Bitcoin Vitalik Buterin Proof of Stake Proof of Work Decentralization Digital Currency

Lee Smolin: Quantum Gravity and Einstein's Unfinished Revolution | Lex Fridman Podcast #79
Exploring Reality and the Unfinished Revolution in Physics with Lee Smolin
[Physics Quantum Gravity Realism Causality String Theory Einstein Theoretical Physics]

Cristos Goodrow: YouTube Algorithm | Lex Fridman Podcast #68
Insights from Christos Goodrow: The YouTube Algorithm and Its Impact
YouTube algorithm search discovery content creation artificial intelligence user experience societal impact

Paul Krugman: Economics of Innovation, Automation, Safety Nets & UBI | Lex Fridman Podcast #67
Exploring Economic Utopia and the Intersection of Politics and Economics with Paul Krugman
economics politics competition welfare state automation international trade healthcare regulation social justice public discourse

Ayanna Howard: Human-Robot Interaction & Ethics of Safety-Critical Systems | Lex Fridman Podcast #66
Exploring Human-Robot Interaction with Ayanna Howard
Robotics Human-Robot Interaction AI Ethics Education Trust in Technology

Daniel Kahneman: Thinking Fast and Slow, Deep Learning, and AI | Lex Fridman Podcast #65
Insights from Daniel Kahneman: Understanding Human Psychology and Artificial Intelligence
psychology decision-making artificial intelligence cognitive biases morality happiness collaboration intelligence systems

Grant Sanderson: 3Blue1Brown and the Beauty of Mathematics | Lex Fridman Podcast #64
Exploring the Intersection of Mathematics and Discovery with Grant Sanderson
mathematics education visualization physics discovery notation learning

Stephen Kotkin: Stalin, Putin, and the Nature of Power | Lex Fridman Podcast #63
Understanding Power: A Conversation with Steven Kotkin
History Power Authoritarianism Stalin Putin Governance Democracy Russian History Political Psychology

Donald Knuth: Algorithms, Complexity, and The Art of Computer Programming | Lex Fridman Podcast #62
A Conversation with Donald Knuth: Insights on Computing, Algorithms, and Beauty
DonaldKnuth ComputerScience Algorithms Typesetting ArtificialIntelligence Cognition Programming LifeLessons

Melanie Mitchell: Concepts, Analogies, Common Sense & Future of AI | Lex Fridman Podcast #61
Exploring Artificial Intelligence and Complexity with Melanie Mitchell
[Artificial Intelligence Complexity Cognition Copycat Machine Learning Autonomous Vehicles]

Jim Gates: Supersymmetry, String Theory and Proving Einstein Right | Lex Fridman Podcast #60
A Conversation with S. James Gates Jr.: The Journey of Understanding Physics and the Universe
theoretical physics supersymmetry Einstein space travel consciousness artificial intelligence mathematics science communication quantum computing

Sebastian Thrun: Flying Cars, Autonomous Vehicles, and Education | Lex Fridman Podcast #59
A Conversation with Sebastian Thrun: Innovations in Education, Robotics, and Transportation
[AI Robotics Education Autonomous Vehicles Machine Learning Technology]

Michael Stevens: Vsauce | Lex Fridman Podcast #58
Exploring Human Behavior and Consciousness with Michael Stevens of Vsauce
education psychology consciousness artificial intelligence science curiosity Vsauce YouTube technology

Rohit Prasad: Amazon Alexa and Conversational AI | Lex Fridman Podcast #57
Conversation with Rohit Prasad: The Future of Voice AI and Alexa
AI Amazon Alexa Natural Language Processing Machine Learning Deep Learning Conversational Agents Voice Technology Trust in AI User Experience

Judea Pearl: Causal Reasoning, Counterfactuals, and the Path to AGI | Lex Fridman Podcast #56
A Conversation with Judea Pearl on Causality, AI, and the Nature of Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence Causality Judea Pearl Machine Learning Statistics Philosophy Education Technology Ethics Humanity

Whitney Cummings: Comedy, Robotics, Neurology, and Love | Lex Fridman Podcast #55
Exploring Humanity and Robots with Whitney Cummings
[podcast technology relationships comedy robotics mental health love]

Ray Dalio: Principles, the Economic Machine, AI & the Arc of Life | Lex Fridman Podcast #54
Conversation with Ray Dalio: Insights on Truth, Decision Making, and the Future of Society
Ray Dalio AI Economics Decision Making Happiness UBI Philosophy

Noam Chomsky: Language, Cognition, and Deep Learning | Lex Fridman Podcast #53
A Conversation with Noam Chomsky on Language, Cognition, and Mortality
[Noam Chomsky Linguistics Cognitive Science Deep Learning Philosophy Human Nature Artificial Intelligence]

Gilbert Strang: Linear Algebra, Teaching, and MIT OpenCourseWare | Lex Fridman Podcast #52
Insights from Gilbert Strang on Mathematics and Teaching
Mathematics Linear Algebra Teaching MIT Artificial Intelligence Education

Dava Newman: Space Exploration, Space Suits, and Life on Mars | Lex Fridman Podcast #51
Exploring the Future of Space Exploration and Spacesuits with David Newman
Space Exploration NASA Biosuits Moon Mars Artificial Intelligence Human Psychology Aerospace Engineering Technology Innovation

Michael Kearns: Algorithmic Fairness, Privacy & Ethics | Lex Fridman Podcast #50
Exploring Ethical Algorithms with Michael Kearns
ethical algorithms algorithmic fairness machine learning privacy game theory financial sector data ethics

Elon Musk: Neuralink, AI, Autopilot, and the Pale Blue Dot | Lex Fridman Podcast #49
Exploring Consciousness and AI: A Conversation with Elon Musk
AI Consciousness Neuralink Elon Musk Engineering Brain-Computer Interfaces AI Safety Digital Intelligence Existential Risks Carl Sagan

François Chollet: Keras, Deep Learning, and the Progress of AI | Lex Fridman Podcast #38
A Conversation with Francois Chollet on AI, Deep Learning, and the Future
AI Deep Learning Keras Artificial Intelligence Ethics Benchmarks Intelligence Technology Program Synthesis

Vijay Kumar: Flying Robots | Lex Fridman Podcast #37
Exploring the Frontiers of Robotics with Vijay Kumar
[Robotics Artificial Intelligence Engineering Multi-Robot Systems Autonomous Vehicles Education]

Yann LeCun: Deep Learning, ConvNets, and Self-Supervised Learning | Lex Fridman Podcast #36
A Conversation with Yann LeCun: Insights on AI, Learning, and the Future of Intelligence
AI Deep Learning Human-Level Intelligence Yann LeCun Machine Learning Reinforcement Learning Self-Supervised Learning Artificial Intelligence

Jeremy Howard: fast.ai Deep Learning Courses and Research | Lex Fridman Podcast #35
Insights from Jeremy Howard on Deep Learning and Education
Deep Learning Fast AI Education AI Ethics Machine Learning Programming Technology

Pamela McCorduck: Machines Who Think and the Early Days of AI | Lex Fridman Podcast #34
A Conversation with Pamela McCorduck: Reflections on the Evolution of Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence History of AI Women in Tech Philosophy Machine Learning Technology Ethics Complexity Theory

Keoki Jackson: Lockheed Martin | Lex Fridman Podcast #33
Exploring the Future of Aerospace and AI with Keoki Jackson
Lockheed Martin Aerospace Artificial Intelligence Space Exploration Military Technology Ethics in AI Hypersonic Flight

Paola Arlotta: Brain Development from Stem Cell to Organoid | Lex Fridman Podcast #32
Understanding Brain Development through the Eyes of a Scientist
neuroscience brain development stem cells organoids artificial intelligence neurodevelopmental diseases ethics human brain plasticity

George Hotz: Comma.ai, OpenPilot, and Autonomous Vehicles | Lex Fridman Podcast #31
A Conversation with George Hotz: The Future of AI and Autonomous Vehicles
AI Autonomous Vehicles Machine Learning Simulation Theory Hacking

Kevin Scott: Microsoft CTO | Lex Fridman Podcast #30
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