Lex Fridman Podcast
Conversations about science, technology, history, philosophy and the nature of intelligence, consciousness, love, and power. Lex is an AI researcher at MIT and beyond.
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Michael Levin is a biologist at Tufts University working on novel ways to understand and control complex pattern formation in biological systems. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: htt...
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David Kirtley is a nuclear fusion engineer and CEO of Helion Energy, a company working on building the world's first commercial fusion power plant by 2028. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our spon...
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David Kirtley, CEO of Helion Energy, discusses nuclear fusion technology and its potential to solve humanity's energy needs. The conversation covers the fundamental physics of fusion versus fission, Helion's innovative pulsed magneto-inertial fusion approach using field-reversed configurations (FRCs), and the company's goal to deliver commercial fusion power to Microsoft by 2028. Kirtley emphasizes rapid iteration, manufacturing-focused engineering, and the use of advanced deuterium-helium-3 fuel cycles that enable direct electricity generation at high efficiency.
- Nuclear Fusion vs Fission Fundamentals
- Nuclear Fusion Safety and Proliferation
Dan Houser is co-founder of Rockstar Games and is a legendary creative mind behind Grand Theft Auto (GTA) and Red Dead Redemption series of video games. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsor...
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Dan Hauser, legendary video game creator and co-founder of Rockstar Games, discusses his career creating Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption series. He shares insights on storytelling in games, his creative process, influences from film and literature, and his new company Absurd Ventures. The conversation explores character development, open world design, the balance between narrative and freedom, and the future of interactive storytelling.
- Film Influences and Storytelling Origins
- Creating Open World Games and GTA 3's Innovation