Best Nick Halaris Podcasts (2024)

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Sarah Dusseault – How to solve the homelessness crisis 1:16:26

8h ago1:16:26

1:16:26

This week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring my friend Sarah Dusseault, a prominent local civic activist and the lead strategist at LA4LA, a first-of-its-kind government, philanthropy and private sector alliance formed to unlock affordable housing options in Los Angeles at scale and speed. She’s also my colleague at the Angeleno Project and …

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Zooming Out on AI, from the Nick Halaris Show 1:34:18

24d ago1:34:18

1:34:18

Nathan Labenz joins the Nick Halaris Show to discuss the current AI landscape, balancing enthusiasm with critical analysis. This episode of The Cognitive Revolution explores AI's transformative potential in medicine, law, and automation, while addressing concerns about safety, control, and geopolitical implications. Join us for an insightful conver…

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Popular Mechanistic Interpretability: Goodfire Lights the Way to AI Safety 1:55:33

11h ago1:55:33

1:55:33

Nathan explores the cutting-edge field of mechanistic interpretability with Dan Balsam and Tom McGrath, co-founders of Goodfire. In this episode of The Cognitive Revolution, we delve into the science of understanding AI models' inner workings, recent breakthroughs, and the potential impact on AI safety and control. Join us for an insightful discuss…

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Understanding AI "Understanding" with Robert Wright of Nonzero Newsletter & Podcast 2:07:48

1h ago2:07:48

2:07:48

In this special crossover episode of The Cognitive Revolution, Nathan Labenz joins Robert Wright of the Nonzero newsletter and podcast to explore pressing questions about AI development. They discuss the nature of understanding in large language models, multimodal AI systems, reasoning capabilities, and the potential for AI to accelerate scientific…

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AI Consciousness? Exploring the Possibility with Prof. Eric Schwitzgebel 1:44:48

4d ago1:44:48

1:44:48

Join Nathan and Professor Eric Schwitzgebel as they delve into the fascinating world of AI consciousness. In this episode of The Cognitive Revolution, we explore popular theories of consciousness and their implications for AI systems. Discover insights on idealism, dualism, and materialism, and learn about the ethical considerations surrounding AI …

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Self-Driving Cars: Timothy B. Lee Answers All the Questions You Were Too Afraid to Ask 1:52:41

8d ago1:52:41

1:52:41

Nathan explores the cutting-edge world of autonomous vehicles with industry expert Timothy B. Lee. In this episode of The Cognitive Revolution, we delve into the current state of self-driving technology, comparing industry leaders like Waymo and Tesla. Join us for an in-depth discussion on technical challenges, safety statistics, regulatory landsca…

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Francis Barry – What Holds America Together 49:32

10d ago49:32

49:32

Hi Everyone and Welcome Back! This week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Francis Barry, the author of “Back Roads and Better Angels,” an important and inspiring new book examining the heart and soul of the American democracy. Francis, a Bloomberg Opinion columnist and member of the editorial board there, is a sought-after voice for those s…

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Underlord: Descript’s AI Video Editor, with CEO Andrew Mason 48:21

11d ago48:21

48:21

Nathan interviews Andrew Mason, CEO of Descript, about their AI-powered video editing platform. Learn how Descript is transforming content creation with features like AI transcription, custom voice overdubbing, and eye contact models. Discover the future of video editing and how AI is making it accessible to everyone in this insightful episode of T…

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AI Avatars & the Future of Video, with HeyGen CEO Joshua Xu and Benchmark's Victor Lazarte 1:04:58

12d ago1:04:58

1:04:58

Nathan explores the future of AI-generated video with Joshua Xu, founder of HeyGen, and Victor Lazarte from Benchmark. In this episode of The Cognitive Revolution, we discuss HeyGen's success in practical AI video creation, serving over 40,000 businesses. Learn about the transformative potential of AI in video production, from content translation t…

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From Poetry to Programming: The Evolution of Prompt Engineering with Riley Goodside of Scale AI 1:27:23

21d ago1:27:23

1:27:23

Nathan hosts Riley Goodside, the world's first staff prompt engineer at Scale AI, to discuss the evolution of prompt engineering. In this episode of The Cognitive Revolution, we explore how language models have progressed, making prompt engineering more like programming than poetry. Discover insights on enterprise AI applications, best practices fo…

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Barry Lynn – Why antimonopoly policy is so crucial to building a better future 54:04

29d ago54:04

54:04

This week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Barry Lynn, the Executive Director of the Open Markets Institute, an organization dedicated to using competition policy to build stronger democracies, more just and equitable societies, and more innovative and sustainable economies. Barry, a highly-regarded journalist, is also the author of 3 impo…

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Long-Term Memory for LLMs, with HippoRAG author Bernal Jiménez Gutierrez 1:24:22

26d ago1:24:22

1:24:22

Nathan interviews Bernal Jimenez Gutierrez, creator of HippoRAG, a novel approach to retrieval augmented generation inspired by the human hippocampus. In this episode of The Cognitive Revolution, we explore how HippoRAG improves on traditional RAG systems, its neuroanatomical inspiration, and its potential for handling complex queries requiring mul…

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Guaranteed Safe AI? World Models, Safety Specs, & Verifiers, with Nora Ammann & Ben Goldhaber 1:46:15

28d ago1:46:15

1:46:15

Nathan explores the Guaranteed Safe AI Framework with co-authors Ben Goldhaber and Nora Ammann. In this episode of The Cognitive Revolution, we discuss their groundbreaking position paper on ensuring robust and reliable AI systems. Join us for an in-depth conversation about the three-part system governing AI behavior and its potential impact on the…

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Daniel Hettwer – How to Have Fun While Doing Good in the World 48:04

1M ago48:04

48:04

This week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Daniel Hettwer, founder and CEO of Hidden Worlds Entertainment, an innovative company responsible for pioneering the Impactainment industry, where businesses try to do good while having fun. Daniel, a perfect example of a socially conscious entrepreneur, has an inspiring vision for how to merge ou…

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The ARC Prize: Efficiency, Intuition, and AGI, with Mike Knoop, co-founder of Zapier 1:58:32

1M ago1:58:32

1:58:32

Nathan interviews Mike Knoop, co-founder of Zapier and co-creator of the ARC Prize, about the $1 million competition for more efficient AI architectures. They discuss the ARC AGI benchmark, its implications for general intelligence, and the potential impact on AI safety. Nathan reflects on the challenges of intuitive problem-solving in AI and consi…

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A Foundation Model for Food, with Chef Robotics CEO Rajat Bhageria 1:18:39

1M ago1:18:39

1:18:39

Nathan explores the future of food production with Rajat Bhageria, founder and CEO of Chef Robotics. In this episode of The Cognitive Revolution, we delve into how AI and robotics are revolutionizing food assembly, potentially reshaping the entire food industry. Discover insights on imitation learning, data flywheel effects, and the vision of acces…

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Delving into The Prompt Report, with Sander Schulhoff of LearnPrompting.org 1:18:50

1M ago1:18:50

1:18:50

Nathan welcomes back Sander Schulhoff, creator of LearnPrompting.org, to discuss the recently released Prompt Report. In this episode of The Cognitive Revolution, we explore the current state of prompting techniques for large language models, covering best practices, challenges, and emerging trends in AI. Join us for an in-depth conversation on the…

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How Housing Can Boost Economic Mobility In America | Cristian Ahumada 1:13:11

1M ago1:13:11

1:13:11

This week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Cristian Ahumada, the Executive Director of Holos Communities, one of the leading non-profit affordable housing developers in Southern California. Cristian, my friend of many years, is one of the most passionate, impact-focused leaders I’ve ever come across and has a decades-long track record of m…

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Building an Intelligent Business OS, with Runway CEO Siqi Chen 1:15:10

2M ago1:15:10

1:15:10

Nathan interviews Siqi Chen, CEO of Runway, about revolutionizing business finance through AI. In this episode of The Cognitive Revolution, we explore how Runway is creating an intelligent business operating system that generates financial scenarios and explains complex metrics. Siqi shares insights on AI's future impact on finance, business, and s…

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The State Space Model Revolution, with Albert Gu 1:44:44

1M ago1:44:44

1:44:44

Nathan hosts Albert Gu, assistant professor at CMU and co-founder of Cartesia AI, to discuss the groundbreaking Mamba architecture. In this episode of The Cognitive Revolution, we explore the state space model revolution, diving into the technical details of Mamba and Mamba 2. Join us for an insightful conversation on the future of AI architectures…

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AI Safety Regulations: Prudent or Paranoid? with a16z's Martin Casado 1:51:10

2M ago1:51:10

1:51:10

Dive into the profound discussion on AI expectations and the future with Martin Casado, General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz, as we unpack the complexity of AI systems and their potential impact on the world. Explore the differing viewpoints on AI's epistemics, possible regulatory standards, and the art of predicting AI advancements. Gain insight…

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Fluid Intelligence: Simulating Solutions with Tim Duignan 1:56:30

2M ago1:56:30

1:56:30

Explore the fusion of AI and computational chemistry with University of Queensland's researcher, Tim Duignan. Learn about transforming our understanding of electrolytes, the art of simulating physical processes using neural networks, and the potential of AI in scientific breakthroughs. Discover Tim's journey creating AI models for complex system pr…

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Nathan Labenz – The Dark Side of the AI Future 44:18

2M ago44:18

44:18

This week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Nathan Labenz, a founder of Waymark, a company using AI to help businesses easily make compelling marketing videos, and the host of a very popular AI-focused podcast called Cognitive Revolution. As you all know by now, Nathan is a gifted thinker and communicator, the world’s best AI scout, and one…

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The AI Doctor Can See You Now, with Vivek Natarajan and Khaled Saab from Google 1:39:35

2M ago1:39:35

1:39:35

Dive into the future of medicine with Google researchers Khaled Saab and Vivek Natarajan, discussing the breakthroughs in AI for healthcare. Discover how AI doctors may soon provide high-quality medical advice, enhancing global access to healthcare. Learn about the innovative use of large language models in medical applications and the potential fo…

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The Case for Cautious AI Optimism, from the Consistently Candid podcast 1:47:40

2M ago1:47:40

1:47:40

Dive into an accessible discussion on AI safety and philosophy, technical AI safety progress, and why catastrophic outcomes aren't inevitable. This conversation provides practical advice for AI newcomers and hope for a positive future. Consistently Candid Podcast : https://open.spotify.com/show/1EX89qABpb4pGYP1JLZ3BB SPONSORS: Oracle Cloud Infrastr…

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Nathan Labenz – AI’s Revolutionary Potential and the Need for a New Social Contract 52:02

2M ago52:02

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This week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Nathan Labenz, a founder of Waymark, a company using AI to help companies easily make compelling marketing videos, and the host of the Cognitive Revolution podcast. Nathan, our first guest on the show who went to my high school, has carved out a niche for himself in the crowded online world as an …

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Building Brave: Private Search, One AI Layer at a Time with Josep M. Pujol 1:27:39

2M ago1:27:39

1:27:39

In this episode of the Cognitive Revolution, join us as we dive into a compelling conversation with Josep M. Pujol, Chief of Search at Brave, about the complexities of developing a privacy-focused search engine. Explore how Brave maintains user data privacy while managing over 1 million searches per hour with an AI-powered system. Gain insights int…

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Investing in AI for Hard Tech, with Eric Vishria of Benchmark and Sergiy Nesterenko of Quilter 54:43

2M ago54:43

54:43

Dive into the world of AI investments with Eric Vishria of Benchmark and Sergiy Nesterenko of Quilter. Explore the future of AI in hardware design, the strategies for venture capital investment in the AI era, and the impact on society. Discover why Benchmark has yet to invest in foundation model companies and the significance of solving enduring pr…

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Yuen-Li Chan – How Technology Can Help Solve the Global Garbage Problem 50:06

2M ago50:06

50:06

This week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Yuen-Li Chan, the COO of Phoenix Waste Solutions. Yuen-Li and her business partner Tamara Webb have patented a zero-fuel waste disposal apparatus that turns trash into ash and energy. The Phoenix can thermally degrade unsorted municipal solid waste without using any fuel and produce 98% less green…

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Feeling the AGI with Flo Crivello 1:25:39

2M ago1:25:39

1:25:39

In this episode of the Cognitive Revolution, Nathan engages in a critical dialogue with Flo Crivello on the trajectory of AI development. They touch upon the imminent arrival of AGI, the potential risks of a US-China AI arms race, and the complexities of AI safety and international cooperation. Explore their perspectives on regulation, technologica…

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Inside Google’s AI Studio with Logan Kilpatrick 1:12:36

2M ago1:12:36

1:12:36

Join us for an engaging chat with Logan Kilpatrick where we discuss the latest AI developments and Google's strategy in pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence. Learn about the competitive state of AI, the groundbreaking Gemini 1.5 Flash model, and get a glimpse into the future of AI fine-tuning. Gain insights on Google DeepMind's researc…

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The Implications of AI on the Global Balance of Power with Alex Wang, Andrew Ng, Jack Clark and Cory Booker 33:03

3M ago33:03

33:03

Tune in to today's special episode airing a recent panel with the founders of Scale AI, Anthropic, and AI Fund who gathered in Washington DC to discuss China as an adversary. They argue that the papers out of Tsinghua University are just as impressive as those coming out of American universities. China is just as creative, but maybe even more motiv…

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Tracy Gray – The Crucial Role That Capital Can Play in Creating a More Equitable World 39:17

3M ago39:17

39:17

This week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Tracy Gray, the Founder and Managing Partner of The 22 Fund. Tracy is an innovator and visionary leader passionate about justice and dedicated to building a more equitable world. Her fund is incredibly unique, not only in its socially conscious intent but also in its investment strategy. I wanted …

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AI Scouting Report: NOT Investment Advice Edition 1:04:24

2M ago1:04:24

1:04:24

Tune in to this special episode of the Cognitive Revolution for AI scouting report. We cover the state of the art in AI applications for medicine, key AI concepts, and how these technologies could influence society. SPONSORS: Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is a single platform for your infrastructure, database, application development, and AI ne…

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The AI Revolution in Biology: From Vaccines to Protein Engineering with Amelie Schreiber 2:01:44

3M ago2:01:44

2:01:44

In this groundbreaking episode of the Cognitive Revolution, we explore the intersection of AI and biology with expert Amelie Schreiber. Learn about the advances in drug design, protein network engineering, and the unfolding AI revolution in scientific discovery. Discover the implications for human health, longevity, and the future of biological res…

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Claude Interpreter: Taking Safe AI to Market with Alex Albert of Anthropic 1:00:57

3M ago1:00:57

1:00:57

Tune in as we explore the remarkable traits of Anthropic's Claude AI with Developer Relations Lead Alex Albert. Delve into the ethical considerations, responsible development standards, and the exceptional capabilities that set Claude apart. Gather insights on the AI industry's race to the top and find out about Anthropic's upcoming releases. Wheth…

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Zach Rausch – Why smartphones and social media are bad for kids 1:14:18

3M ago1:14:18

1:14:18

This week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Zach Rausch, an Associate Research Scientist at NYU-Stern School of Business and the lead researcher for social psychologist Jonathan Haidt’s new book “The Anxious Generation.” Zach’s research for the book, both convincing and frightening, marks a major contribution to an ongoing conversation abou…

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OpenAI's Safety Team Exodus: Ilya Departs, Leike Speaks Out, Altman Responds - Zvi Analyzes Fallout 59:04

3M ago59:04

59:04

Dive into the intricacies of AI ethics and safety concerns as we dissect the recent resignations of AI Safety Team from OpenAI. In this stimulating conversation, we unpack the challenges of aligning leadership vision with safety culture, explore legal implications of non-disparagement clauses, and discuss the future of AI alignment and superintelli…

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OpenAI and Google Race to "Her" - Is the Big Tech Singularity Near? Part 1 with Zvi Mowshowitz 2:04:42

3M ago2:04:42

2:04:42

Dive into a critical analysis of AI's rapidly evolving realm with Zvi Mowshowitz. Discover our take on Google's I-O event highlights, OpenAI's spring event, the big tech and startup AI dynamics, and the significant shifts in OpenAI's safety team. Gain insights into the competitive landscape, technological advancements, and strategic challenges that…

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The Open Source AI Question - Part 2 | Robert Wright & Nathan Labenz 48:19

3M ago48:19

48:19

Dive into an in-depth conversation with Nathan and Robert Wright as they discuss AI's transformative potential, mechanistic interpretability, and the sobering realities of AI alignment research. Learn about the defensive strategies and safety measures necessary for managing advanced AI risks in an open source world. Don't miss the insights on AI-po…

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Evan Armstrong – Will the Moral Tech Billionaire Please Stand Up 46:10

3M ago46:10

46:10

This week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Evan Armstrong, the author of the popular Napkin Math newsletter and the lead writer for Every, a technology publication focused on the intersection of AI, finance, and business. Evan regularly writes thought-provoking, extensively researched, original articles on the most important trends and iss…

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Governing Frontier AI, with CA Senator Scott Wiener, Author of SB 1047 53:54

3M ago53:54

53:54

Dive into the world of frontier AI development with California State Senator Scott Wiener's intricate detailing of SB 1047 bill. This podcast explores the delicate balance between accelerating AI innovation and ensuring stringent safety protocols, including potential implications for advanced AI models. Learn about the debates on government involve…

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Danielle DiMartino Booth – Why the Fed is Bad for America 31:33

4M ago31:33

31:33

This week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Danielle DiMartino Booth, the CEO and Chief Strategist at QI Research. She is an economist, thought leader, and former Federal Reserve insider, the author of Fed Up: An Insider’s Take on Why the Federal Reserve is Bad for America and The Daily Feather newsletter, and one of the most widely followe…

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TinyGPU, Massive Learning, with Adam Majmudar 1:51:16

3M ago1:51:16

1:51:16

Discover how Adam Majmudar embarked on an exceptional journey to create the TinyGPU from scratch, with no experience in GPU design. This insightful podcast follows Adam's process from learning to implementation, highlighting the progressive contributions of countless engineers and the accelerating role of AI in the learning journey. Experience the…

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Emergency Pod: Examining SB 1047, California's Proposed AI Legislation 1:59:57

3M ago1:59:57

1:59:57

Dive into the nuanced debate over California's SB 1047 AI legislation with Nathan Calvin, Dean Ball, and Steve Newman. Our expert panel discussion explores the bill's intent, dispels misconceptions, and debates its potential impact on technology and regulation. Learn about AI's tail risks, the role of government, and hear suggestions for improving …

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Infinite AI Interns: How Young Professionals Can Win in an AI-Powered World 1:05:49

3M ago1:05:49

1:05:49

Join us as we explore the future of work in the age of artificial intelligence. Nathan shares essential strategies for college students, especially in computer science, to succeed in a landscape dominated by AI tools. Discover the most important skills to develop, how to use AI for efficiency, and insights into AI-driven task automation. Get valuab…

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The State of AI, from the 80,000 Hours Podcast 2:38:44

3M ago2:38:44

2:38:44

Dive into the accelerating world of artificial intelligence with our latest podcast episode. We discuss the latest AI advancements and the challenges leaders face in keeping up, potential societal backlashes, and regulatory concerns. Explore the possibilities and immerse yourself in a strategic AI scouting report from our conversation with the 80,0…

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What's really happening on the frontlines of the border crisis | Erin Hughes 52:58

4M ago52:58

52:58

This week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Erin Hughes, the co-founder and Executive Director of Solidarity Engineering, an organization dedicated to using engineering to protect the public health of communities in crisis. They got their start back in 2020 by providing clean water and sanitation facilities at asylum-seeker camps that forme…

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Organic Holodeck with Prophetic AI co-founders Eric Wollberg and Wesley Berry 1:27:45

4M ago1:27:45

1:27:45

In this episode from new podcast Emergent Behavior, host @Ate-a-Pi interviews the co-founders of Prophetic AI to learn how they're using AI to facilitate lucid dreaming. Prophetic had come up in the recent Cognitive Revolution conversation with Dean W. Ball about brain computer interfaces, and Nathan had them on the list of companies to invite on t…

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Merging Man and Machine? The Neurotech Frontier with Dean W. Ball 2:09:17

4M ago2:09:17

2:09:17

In this podcast, we dive into the fascinating world of brain-computer interfaces with Dean W. Ball. We learn about the latest technologies, from non-invasive EEG and ultrasound stimulation to invasive Neuralink implants. We also discover the state-of-art tools, technical challenges, and the big questions around thought dimensionality, ethical consi…

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