Awakening Siddhartha (podcast interview)

 

Really fun conversation! 

Timestamps: 

00:00 Introduction 

02:21 Steve's Encounter with Richard Feynman 

03:31 Discussion on Genetics and Human Improvement 

11:08 The Role of Genetics in Disease Prediction 

18:10 Understanding the Influence of Genetics on Behaviour 

21:37 The Future of Genetic Selection in Embryos 

39:24 The Role of Genetics in Addiction 

41:53 The Importance of Individual Differences and Success 

46:36 The Value of STEM in Indian Culture 

48:02 The Importance of Non-Academic Skills for Success 

49:01 Exploring the World of Embryo Modification 

51:30 The Quest for Immortality: Brian Johnson's Story 

57:20 The Role of Genetics in Aging 

01:01:19 The Power and Potential of Gene Editing 

01:11:37 The Impact of Genetics on Society and Policy 

01:16:36 Understanding the Rise of China in the Global Stage 

01:53:14 The Future of AI and the Impact on Jobs 

01:58:46 The Future of Human and Machine Intelligence 

02:01:54 The Possibility of Living in a Simulation 

Short excerpts below :-)