Chapter

The Science of Reproduction and Genes
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1:26:08 - 1:30:45 (04:37)

The discussion revolves around the theories of genetics and reproduction, relating to the concept of winning the race with a comparison to McDonald's orders and technology.

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There's something deeply un-compelling about Zoom meetings.
1:26:08 - 1:27:23 (01:14)
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Business
Summary

There's something deeply un-compelling about Zoom meetings. The speaker is describing the relationship between the two people. The author is fascinated by the way people are.

Chapter
The Science of Reproduction and Genes
Episode
#255 – Mark Normand: Comedy!
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
The inevitable rise of self-driving cars is likely to eliminate jobs, particularly in the trucking industry, but it may not have as big of an impact as some people believe, and other forms of automation are also likely to have significant effects on the workforce.
1:27:24 - 1:28:33 (01:09)
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Self-driving cars
Summary

The inevitable rise of self-driving cars is likely to eliminate jobs, particularly in the trucking industry, but it may not have as big of an impact as some people believe, and other forms of automation are also likely to have significant effects on the workforce.

Chapter
The Science of Reproduction and Genes
Episode
#255 – Mark Normand: Comedy!
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
The ability to specify details in genetic engineering allows for the reproduction side of sex to be manipulated to produce desired traits, such as a lower likelihood of certain diseases.
1:28:33 - 1:30:45 (02:12)
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Genetic Engineering
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The ability to specify details in genetic engineering allows for the reproduction side of sex to be manipulated to produce desired traits, such as a lower likelihood of certain diseases. A male human can produce 500 billion sperm cells in their lifetime.

Chapter
The Science of Reproduction and Genes
Episode
#255 – Mark Normand: Comedy!
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast