My guest this episode is Lex Fridman, Ph.D., a lecturer at the Massachusetts Institute for Technology (MIT), an expert on artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics, and the host of the Lex Fridman Podcast. We discuss Lex’s recent trip to the heart of the Ukrainian-Russian War, geopolitics, perspectives on people living in war zones, the shared human experience, and how information is communicated and controlled. As an experienced podcaster and public educator, Dr. Fridman offers unique insights into the art of holding conversations that grow understanding, especially when they involve people with opposing viewpoints. We also discuss the peer-review process for scientific research publications and how social media and podcasts are evolving the way science and technology are communicated. We consider how to find and follow your life’s purpose, maintain ongoing motivation and implement support systems to build and sustain momentum. Our conversation also covers capitalism, masculinity, chess and cheating, Lex’s idea for an AI robotics start-up and a Q&A from audience questions solicited on social media. As one of the main inspirations for the Huberman Lab podcast, hosting Dr. Fridman for this special centennial episode was an honor and a pleasure!
Timestamps 00:00:00 Dr. Lex Fridman 00:04:30 LMNT, Levels, Eight Sleep 00:08:28 Podcasting 00:12:11 Ukraine, Russia, War & Geopolitics 00:23:17 Conflict & Generalized Hate 00:26:23 Typical Day in Ukraine; American Military & Information Wars 00:37:28 AG1 (Athletic Greens) 00:38:42 Deliberate Cold Exposure & Sauna; Fertility 00:46:44 Ukraine: Science, Infrastructure & Military; Zelensky 00:53:33 Firearms; Violence & Sensitization 00:57:40 MIT & Artificial Intelligence (AI), University Teaching & Pandemic 01:05:51 Publications & Peer Review, Research, Social Media 01:13:05 InsideTracker 01:14:17 Twitter & Social Media Mindset, Andrew Tate & Masculinity 01:26:05 Donald Trump & Anthony Fauci; Ideological Extremes 01:35:11 Biotechnology & Biopharma; Money & Status 01:45:08 Robotics, AI & Social Media; Start-ups 01:53:50 Motivation & Competition; Relationships 02:01:55 Jobs; A Career vs. A Calling; Robotics & Relationships 02:12:11 Chess, Poker & Cheating 02:22:25 Ideas of Lately 02:24:44 Why Lex Wears a Suit & Tie 02:27:50 Is There an AI Equivalent of Psychedelics? 02:29:06 Hardest Jiu-Jitsu Belt to Achieve 02:32:07 Advice to Young People 02:39:29 Zero-Cost Support, YouTube Feedback, Spotify & Apple Reviews, Sponsors, Momentous Supplements, Neural Network Newsletter, Social Media
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