Episode
Eric Weinstein: Revolutionary Ideas in Science, Math, and Society
1:21:45
Published: Wed Mar 20 2019
Description
Eric Weinstein is a mathematician, economist, physicist, and managing director of Thiel Capital. He formed the "intellectual dark web" which is a loosely assembled group of public intellectuals including Sam Harris, Jordan Peterson, Steven Pinker, Joe Rogan, Michael Shermer, and a few others. Video version is available on YouTube. If you would like to get more information about this podcast go to https://lexfridman.com/ai or connect with @lexfridman on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Medium, or YouTube where you can watch the video versions of these conversations.
Chapters
In this episode of the Artificial Intelligence Podcast, mathematician, economist, physicist, and the managing director of Teal Capital, Eric Weinstein discusses his favorite movie, Kung Fu Panda, and the significance of the teacher-student dynamic in his life's work.
00:00 - 01:53 (01:53)
Summary
In this episode of the Artificial Intelligence Podcast, mathematician, economist, physicist, and the managing director of Teal Capital, Eric Weinstein discusses his favorite movie, Kung Fu Panda, and the significance of the teacher-student dynamic in his life's work.
EpisodeEric Weinstein: Revolutionary Ideas in Science, Math, and Society
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speakers reflect on the historical experiences of Americans and Eastern Europeans and consider how it informs their appreciation of humor and cultural expression.
01:55 - 08:19 (06:24)
Summary
The speakers reflect on the historical experiences of Americans and Eastern Europeans and consider how it informs their appreciation of humor and cultural expression. They also discuss the sensitivity of Tom Lehrer in channeling pain through humor.
EpisodeEric Weinstein: Revolutionary Ideas in Science, Math, and Society
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The differences between AI systems and biological systems were discussed, specifically the ability for biological systems to self-replicate in the physical world, while AI systems cannot.
08:19 - 14:09 (05:50)
Summary
The differences between AI systems and biological systems were discussed, specifically the ability for biological systems to self-replicate in the physical world, while AI systems cannot. The concept of out-telegence, connecting the logical and physical world, was also touched upon.
EpisodeEric Weinstein: Revolutionary Ideas in Science, Math, and Society
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The expressive combinatorics of the immune system allow it to fight off any foreign elements that may attack the body.
14:09 - 24:01 (09:52)
Summary
The expressive combinatorics of the immune system allow it to fight off any foreign elements that may attack the body. However, it is essential to find a balance between containing biotechnology developments and discussing them to advance technological focus.
EpisodeEric Weinstein: Revolutionary Ideas in Science, Math, and Society
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The elitist global perspective is being challenged by more and more disenfranchised people, who value their culture, language, and country.
24:01 - 35:14 (11:12)
Summary
The elitist global perspective is being challenged by more and more disenfranchised people, who value their culture, language, and country. The seriousness of life from the Russian model is also compared to the American model, which lacks many aspects of general intelligence.
EpisodeEric Weinstein: Revolutionary Ideas in Science, Math, and Society
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
This episode discusses the relationship between space and time, exploring the fabric that weaves them together and the possibility of multiple dimensions.
35:14 - 43:26 (08:12)
Summary
This episode discusses the relationship between space and time, exploring the fabric that weaves them together and the possibility of multiple dimensions.
EpisodeEric Weinstein: Revolutionary Ideas in Science, Math, and Society
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Theoretical physicist and mathematician, Edward Witten, discusses the difference between working inside and outside academia when it comes to developing original ideas, highlighting the strong social networks within the basic research community in theoretical physics.
43:26 - 50:11 (06:44)
Summary
Theoretical physicist and mathematician, Edward Witten, discusses the difference between working inside and outside academia when it comes to developing original ideas, highlighting the strong social networks within the basic research community in theoretical physics.
EpisodeEric Weinstein: Revolutionary Ideas in Science, Math, and Society
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The physicist, David Gross, suggests that physicists should be mindful of their intolerance towards radical new ideas to stimulate the growth of Physics as a field.
50:11 - 59:38 (09:27)
Summary
The physicist, David Gross, suggests that physicists should be mindful of their intolerance towards radical new ideas to stimulate the growth of Physics as a field.
EpisodeEric Weinstein: Revolutionary Ideas in Science, Math, and Society
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The host reflects on the existence of the Flat Earth community, acknowledging the need to confront ideas that challenge our beliefs even if they seem outrageous.
59:38 - 1:06:51 (07:12)
Summary
The host reflects on the existence of the Flat Earth community, acknowledging the need to confront ideas that challenge our beliefs even if they seem outrageous.
EpisodeEric Weinstein: Revolutionary Ideas in Science, Math, and Society
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The conversation discusses how companies trade off optimizing for political control or doing business in certain regions against understanding the human experience.
1:06:52 - 1:10:52 (03:59)
Summary
The conversation discusses how companies trade off optimizing for political control or doing business in certain regions against understanding the human experience. It questions if technology experts can also deal with the difficult questions of human behavior and understanding.
EpisodeEric Weinstein: Revolutionary Ideas in Science, Math, and Society
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The slow response of capitalists towards addressing the needs of their workers and society as a whole has led to a push towards socialism.
1:10:52 - 1:18:32 (07:40)
Summary
The slow response of capitalists towards addressing the needs of their workers and society as a whole has led to a push towards socialism. It is crucial to save capitalism from itself by adequately responding to the needs of workers and providing them with dignity and purpose to prevent authoritarian control.
EpisodeEric Weinstein: Revolutionary Ideas in Science, Math, and Society
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
It's important to recognize that the current situation with the economy has caused those who have risen to the top of institutions to be brutal and cruel, so if you're struggling to succeed, don't be too hard on yourself, it may not be all your fault.
1:18:32 - 1:21:51 (03:18)
Summary
It's important to recognize that the current situation with the economy has caused those who have risen to the top of institutions to be brutal and cruel, so if you're struggling to succeed, don't be too hard on yourself, it may not be all your fault. Also, the speaker shares his struggles with social media and threats against his family.