Chapter
Delightful Science Books
34:39 - 38:25 (03:46)
A discussion about science books that are accessible and humorous, such as "One Two Three... Infinity" by George Gamov and "The Better Angels of Our Nature" by Steven Pinker. Gates also mentions that James Payne's "The History of Force" was an inspiration for the latter.
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Steven Pinker, a renowned author and psychologist, discusses inspirations behind his books, including the works of physicist George Gamov and political scientist James Payne.
34:39 - 37:23 (02:44)
Summary
Steven Pinker, a renowned author and psychologist, discusses inspirations behind his books, including the works of physicist George Gamov and political scientist James Payne. He also talks about his latest book, which is Bill Gates' new favourite book of all time.
ChapterDelightful Science Books
EpisodeSteven Pinker: AI in the Age of Reason
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Stephen Pinker shares some of the most influential books on language and communication he had read during his undergraduate years, including works by Noam Chomsky, Richard Dawkins, Stephen Jay Gould, and George Miller.
37:23 - 38:25 (01:02)
Summary
Stephen Pinker shares some of the most influential books on language and communication he had read during his undergraduate years, including works by Noam Chomsky, Richard Dawkins, Stephen Jay Gould, and George Miller.