Chapter
The Humor of Robin Williams with Guest Mike Birbiglia
35:40 - 42:36 (06:56)
The guests discusses the unique humor of Robin Williams in his later years, as well as the accomplishments of people who voluntarily give up attending Harvard, and the connection that can be formed through podcasts.
Clips
The speaker talks about the contrasting abilities of a Russian pianist and himself in identifying phone ringtones and playing Paganini's Caprice 24 respectively.
35:40 - 38:11 (02:31)
Summary
The speaker talks about the contrasting abilities of a Russian pianist and himself in identifying phone ringtones and playing Paganini's Caprice 24 respectively. He also mentions about the need to tune a piano if it falls out of tune.
ChapterThe Humor of Robin Williams with Guest Mike Birbiglia
Episode#134 – Eric Weinstein: On the Nature of Good and Evil, Genius and Madness
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker reflects on the story of Matt Damon's character in "Good Will Hunting" as a young guy who risked everything and gave up Harvard, and shares his thoughts on the film's message of following one's vision.
38:11 - 40:09 (01:57)
Summary
The speaker reflects on the story of Matt Damon's character in "Good Will Hunting" as a young guy who risked everything and gave up Harvard, and shares his thoughts on the film's message of following one's vision.
ChapterThe Humor of Robin Williams with Guest Mike Birbiglia
Episode#134 – Eric Weinstein: On the Nature of Good and Evil, Genius and Madness
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Joe Rogan and Tom Papa reflect on the life and legacy of comedian Robin Williams, praising his authenticity and ability to improvise while also noting the sadness that was often present in his performances.
40:09 - 41:35 (01:25)
Summary
Joe Rogan and Tom Papa reflect on the life and legacy of comedian Robin Williams, praising his authenticity and ability to improvise while also noting the sadness that was often present in his performances.
ChapterThe Humor of Robin Williams with Guest Mike Birbiglia
Episode#134 – Eric Weinstein: On the Nature of Good and Evil, Genius and Madness
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The discussion centers around the idea that podcasting is getting to know a soul repeatedly, and how talking about heavy feelings is a specialty in Russian culture.
41:35 - 42:36 (01:00)
Summary
The discussion centers around the idea that podcasting is getting to know a soul repeatedly, and how talking about heavy feelings is a specialty in Russian culture. The conversation also touches on the current global uncertainty, and how the lack of curiosity about it is unsettling.