Episode
#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
1:57:02
Published: Mon Apr 12 2021
Description
Yannis Pappas is a comedian and podcaster. Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors: - Wine Access: https://wineaccess.com/lex to get 20% off first order - Blinkist: https://blinkist.com/lex and use code LEX to get 25% off premium - Magic Spoon: https://magicspoon.com/lex and use code LEX to get $5 off - Indeed: https://indeed.com/lex to get $75 credit EPISODE LINKS: Yannis's Twitter: https://twitter.com/yannispappas Long Days Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCywn6iboO1P8U7fotfllocw Stand Up Special: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R156F0uXhzk PODCAST INFO: Podcast website: https://lexfridman.com/podcast Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2lwqZIr Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2nEwCF8 RSS: https://lexfridman.com/feed/podcast/ YouTube Full Episodes: https://youtube.com/lexfridman YouTube Clips: https://youtube.com/lexclips SUPPORT & CONNECT: - Check out the sponsors above, it's the best way to support this podcast - Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lexfridman - Twitter: https://twitter.com/lexfridman - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lexfridman - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lexfridman - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lexfridman - Medium: https://medium.com/@lexfridman OUTLINE: Here's the timestamps for the episode. On some podcast players you should be able to click the timestamp to jump to that time. (00:00) - Introduction (08:39) - Tim Dillon and absolute power (16:00) - Mortality (24:01) - Immortality (31:47) - Dogs (38:26) - Power (43:46) - Hyenas (49:00) - Nature is metal (51:53) - Battle of Crete (59:21) - History is written by the victors (1:04:09) - History Hyenas podcast (1:16:18) - Bernie Madoff (1:19:23) - Jeffrey Epstein (1:24:16) - Hitler (1:26:24) - Conspiracy theories (1:29:34) - Andrew Yang and New York City (1:33:01) - Podcast with Lex's dad (1:36:09) - Andrew Yang and the prison-industrial complex (1:41:57) - Queen Elizabeth (1:49:04) - Advice for young people
Chapters
The hosts of a comedy podcast enjoy good food, wine, and conversation while in Paris, discussing the chemistry between them and the unique characteristics of the wine they're drinking.
00:00 - 04:02 (04:02)
Summary
The hosts of a comedy podcast enjoy good food, wine, and conversation while in Paris, discussing the chemistry between them and the unique characteristics of the wine they're drinking.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
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The key to creating something special is hiring the right people to work together in a passionate and excellent manner.
04:02 - 09:30 (05:27)
Summary
The key to creating something special is hiring the right people to work together in a passionate and excellent manner. Additionally, reading books is a vital aspect of personal growth and deep thinking.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The hosts discuss the power dynamics of fame and influence in the entertainment industry, referencing Joe Rogan as an example of someone who has gained power without becoming a "douchebag."
09:30 - 12:20 (02:49)
Summary
The hosts discuss the power dynamics of fame and influence in the entertainment industry, referencing Joe Rogan as an example of someone who has gained power without becoming a "douchebag." They speculate what the world would be like if comedian Tim Dylan were to have absolute power.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The podcast explores the pitfalls of owning material possessions and constructing one's moral compass around money.
12:20 - 18:19 (05:59)
Summary
The podcast explores the pitfalls of owning material possessions and constructing one's moral compass around money. It discusses smoking, city architecture, and the potential slippery slope of excessive consumerism.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Constantly confronting the idea of death and accepting reality rather than creating illusions is a more honest response to the fear of death.
18:19 - 22:41 (04:21)
Summary
Constantly confronting the idea of death and accepting reality rather than creating illusions is a more honest response to the fear of death. It is not necessary to fear death, instead, the purpose of life is to overcome this fear and accept the reality of it.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The podcaster ponders whether fictional characters have 62 versions of themselves to choose from like avatars in video games and makes a comparison to how humans tend to procrastinate and put off exciting adventures.
22:41 - 27:48 (05:07)
Summary
The podcaster ponders whether fictional characters have 62 versions of themselves to choose from like avatars in video games and makes a comparison to how humans tend to procrastinate and put off exciting adventures. Additionally, the discussion touches on the lack of specified interests of certain characters in literature.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The conversation around giving AI systems rights raises questions about whether AI can truly suffer and deserve those rights.
27:48 - 34:10 (06:21)
Summary
The conversation around giving AI systems rights raises questions about whether AI can truly suffer and deserve those rights. The speaker expresses concern that future generations will see the mistreatment of AI as a great injustice.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Walking with your dog has a primal connection that tugs at millions of years of evolution, especially when experiencing it off leash in the woods.
34:10 - 38:25 (04:15)
Summary
Walking with your dog has a primal connection that tugs at millions of years of evolution, especially when experiencing it off leash in the woods. A Finnish comic also emphasizes the importance of trusting your gut instincts when it comes to the connection with your dog's primal senses.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The conversation revolves around the idea of whether power corrupts or has the potential to corrupt individuals who are capable of empathy and emotional responses.
38:26 - 44:15 (05:49)
Summary
The conversation revolves around the idea of whether power corrupts or has the potential to corrupt individuals who are capable of empathy and emotional responses.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The conversation covers topics from the beauty of the animal kingdom to the disappointment of a father as his successful son becomes a drug lord and ends up in prison.
44:15 - 49:35 (05:19)
Summary
The conversation covers topics from the beauty of the animal kingdom to the disappointment of a father as his successful son becomes a drug lord and ends up in prison.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The hosts discuss the historical context surrounding the Battle of Crete in WWII and the brutal nature of the war.
49:35 - 53:35 (03:59)
Summary
The hosts discuss the historical context surrounding the Battle of Crete in WWII and the brutal nature of the war.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
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This episode discusses the impact of World War II on Soviet civilians and their culture, as well as Hitler's decision to take control of the military strategy after failing to defeat Russia through aerial attack.
53:35 - 58:53 (05:18)
Summary
This episode discusses the impact of World War II on Soviet civilians and their culture, as well as Hitler's decision to take control of the military strategy after failing to defeat Russia through aerial attack.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Comedian Bill Burr discusses Alexander the Great's army and their use of horses, suggesting that the soldiers in the front were likely more injured than described in historical accounts.
58:53 - 1:06:59 (08:05)
Summary
Comedian Bill Burr discusses Alexander the Great's army and their use of horses, suggesting that the soldiers in the front were likely more injured than described in historical accounts. He also ponders the impressive feats achieved by the ancient civilization in terms of architecture and technology.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
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The speaker describes a past relationship that was like a hot fling, with intense chemistry.
1:06:59 - 1:10:04 (03:04)
Summary
The speaker describes a past relationship that was like a hot fling, with intense chemistry.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
In this conversation, the speakers discuss how one podcast inspired others to learn about underappreciated topics in history, and how podcasting helps people gain knowledge.
1:10:04 - 1:16:26 (06:22)
Summary
In this conversation, the speakers discuss how one podcast inspired others to learn about underappreciated topics in history, and how podcasting helps people gain knowledge.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker discusses an individual who slowly builds a reputation by accumulating brilliant people around them, resulting in a network of influential figures.
1:16:26 - 1:22:49 (06:23)
Summary
The speaker discusses an individual who slowly builds a reputation by accumulating brilliant people around them, resulting in a network of influential figures. However, the negative aspect of academia is that most people in communities think the same.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
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The impact of charisma on leadership and how someone like Hitler with lower intelligence can convince highly intelligent individuals to follow them.
1:22:49 - 1:26:07 (03:17)
Summary
The impact of charisma on leadership and how someone like Hitler with lower intelligence can convince highly intelligent individuals to follow them.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The origins of the COVID-19 virus still remain uncertain as numerous biologists suspect that it could have leaked from a lab, however, those in institutional powers haven't been honest about it.
1:26:07 - 1:29:48 (03:41)
Summary
The origins of the COVID-19 virus still remain uncertain as numerous biologists suspect that it could have leaked from a lab, however, those in institutional powers haven't been honest about it. The lack of honesty on this topic, as well as others such as the use of masks, leads to a loss of credibility for those in power.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
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In this podcast, the speaker states that the city needs a strong mayor and criticizes those who advocate for free money.
1:29:48 - 1:33:15 (03:26)
Summary
In this podcast, the speaker states that the city needs a strong mayor and criticizes those who advocate for free money. He also talks about the benefits of podcasting and compares the cities in Asia to those in the Industrial Revolution era.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
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The speaker suggests that having a conversation with a loved one on a podcast could be a good idea to create a happy memory in the long term, and that it could take the conversation to a different level.
1:33:15 - 1:36:23 (03:08)
Summary
The speaker suggests that having a conversation with a loved one on a podcast could be a good idea to create a happy memory in the long term, and that it could take the conversation to a different level.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
This podcast episode discusses how the healthcare industry has become a difficult thing to reconcile with capitalism and how socialism can work as a check to temper the excesses of capitalism in certain scenarios.
1:36:24 - 1:39:44 (03:20)
Summary
This podcast episode discusses how the healthcare industry has become a difficult thing to reconcile with capitalism and how socialism can work as a check to temper the excesses of capitalism in certain scenarios.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
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The podcast explores the history of the five day work week and questions its relevance in modern times.
1:39:44 - 1:42:56 (03:11)
Summary
The podcast explores the history of the five day work week and questions its relevance in modern times. It also discusses the cost of healthy eating and reflects on the British Empire's success in the Elizabethan era.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
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In this podcast, the speaker highlights the leadership qualities of Roman Empress Livia, including her astuteness in public relations, strength as a woman leading the greatest empire, and successful leadership.
1:42:56 - 1:45:31 (02:34)
Summary
In this podcast, the speaker highlights the leadership qualities of Roman Empress Livia, including her astuteness in public relations, strength as a woman leading the greatest empire, and successful leadership.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The importance of staying true to oneself and communicating with like-minded individuals is paramount in life, and often misunderstood.
1:45:31 - 1:50:17 (04:45)
Summary
The importance of staying true to oneself and communicating with like-minded individuals is paramount in life, and often misunderstood. Love is not just a feeling, but a culmination of these attributes, while knowledge of a person's background is key to understanding who they really are.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
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Comedian Jena Friedman discusses the challenges of pursuing comedy as a career, including navigating her family's expectations for her success in other fields like science and law, and coming to terms with her true passions.
1:50:17 - 1:52:54 (02:36)
Summary
Comedian Jena Friedman discusses the challenges of pursuing comedy as a career, including navigating her family's expectations for her success in other fields like science and law, and coming to terms with her true passions.
Episode#175 – Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The value given to individuals varies from country to country; some countries like Sweden prioritize healthcare because everyone is equally valued, whereas in America, the idea of the American Dream can make people feel worthless if they are not famous or successful.
1:52:54 - 1:56:29 (03:34)
Summary
The value given to individuals varies from country to country; some countries like Sweden prioritize healthcare because everyone is equally valued, whereas in America, the idea of the American Dream can make people feel worthless if they are not famous or successful.