Best Moonshots Learning From Innovators Podcasts (2025)

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The Race to Build the First Scaled Quantum Computer with Jeff Thompson from Logiqal 43:16

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7h ago43:16

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World quantum expert and professor Jeff Thompson, founder of Logiqal, shares his journey from academia (at Yale, Harvard, MIT, and Princeton) to now building the first scaled quantum computer. He explains why the world needs this breakthrough, how Logiqal’s neutral atom technology makes it possible, and what it could unlock for medicine, materials,…

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Adam Grant Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things 51:57

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Join hosts Mike and Mark on the latest episode of Moonshots Podcast as they dive into the transformative insights of Adam Grant's groundbreaking book, "Hidden Potential." This episode explores the profound impact of character traits, character skills development, and the transformative Coach Effect. Buy The Book on Amazon https://geni.us/YYfTr Beco…

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Building a Global Parenting Tool with Dr. Becky from Good Inside 1:00:27

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Dr. Becky Kennedy from Good Inside shares her journey from private practice psychologist to building the #1 consumer parenting tool on the planet. She reveals how blending emotional connection with practical action helps parents raise resilient kids and become sturdier themselves. What You’ll Learn: • How Dr. Becky built Good Inside into a global p…

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Cal Newport "Slow Productivity" The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout 51:50

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Join your ever-curious hosts Mike and Mark on a thought-provoking journey in this latest episode of the Moonshots Podcast, titled "Cal Newport - Slow Productivity." Diving deep into the essence of Cal Newport's newest literary exploration, the duo uncovers the revolutionary concept of "Slow Productivity" through engaging discussions and insightful …

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How to Turn Failure into Moonshots with Astro Teller of X, Alphabet's Moonshot Factory 54:17

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What if the secret to solving impossible problems isn't avoiding failure, but learning to leverage it? Serial entrepreneur and inventor Astro Teller, Captain of Moonshots at X (Alphabet's Moonshot Factory), discovered this counterintuitive truth growing up in a family where intelligence was everything. The grandson of Edward Teller, father of the h…

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Decoding Better Decisions: Mental Models Unveiled with Shane Parish 1:04:37

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Welcome back to the Moonshots Podcast! In this episode, your hosts, Mike and Mark, deeply dive into the fascinating world of mental models, drawing inspiration from Shane Parrish's thought-provoking book, "The Great Mental Models: General Thinking Concepts." Join us as we explore key insights and practical advice that can revolutionize the way you …

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The Deep Tech Innovations That Could Save the World | Pablos Holman (Inventor & Investor) [Rebroadcast] 36:20

2M ago36:20

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Software is eating the world, right? We've all heard this phrase by now, but inventor and investor Pablos Holman has something important to add: “The world can't eat software.” That’s why Pablos focuses on “deep tech”, i.e. how to invent new solutions to real world problems like energy, water, waste, construction, and sanitation. Pablos says we’re …

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How to Swing Big with Alex Hawkinson of BrightAI 52:12

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What if we could predict infrastructure failures before they happen instead of scrambling to fix them after disaster strikes? Serial entrepreneur Alex Hawkinson quips that the Romans would be laughing at us if they saw our current approach to managing the critical systems that power our world. Known as the father of IoT for creating SmartThings—a p…

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Brianna Wiest: The Mountain Is You 48:53

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Brianna Wiest: The Mountain Is You – Transforming Self-Sabotage into Self-Mastery Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/aYtwBjATvPA In Episode 277, Mike and Mark delve into Brianna Wiest’s transformational book, The Mountain Is You, a guide to understanding and overcoming self-sabotage. Through carefully selected clips and insightful commentary, the h…

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Goggins vs. Hubermann: The Science of Willpower 53:11

2M ago53:11

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In this episode of Moonshots, hosts Mike and Mark delve into the fascinating realm of willpower, contrasting the philosophies and methodologies of two remarkable individuals: David Goggins and Andrew Huberman. Buy The Book on Amazon https://geni.us/neverfinished Become a Moonshot Member https://www.patreon.com/Moonshots Watch this episode on YouTub…

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How to Ask the Right Questions with Ben Lamm of Colossal Biosciences 57:32

2M ago57:32

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What happens when humanity faces the sixth mass extinction event in Earth's history? Serial entrepreneur Ben Lamm believes we need a backup plan. With a track record of building and exiting companies across AI, gaming, and conversational intelligence, Ben took on his most audacious venture in 2021: co-founding Colossal Biosciences with Harvard gene…

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Get 'All In' with Billie Jean King and Unlock the Pioneer Within 46:30

2M ago46:30

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In this enlightening episode of the Moonshots Podcast, hosts Mike and Mark delve into the world of legendary tennis player and trailblazer, Billie Jean King, as they dissect her inspiring book, "All In." The episode is packed with wisdom, motivation, and insights from the remarkable life of Billie Jean King, a true pioneer of her time. Buy The Book…

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Phil Jackson NBA Coach and Eleven Rings 50:46

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Join hosts Mike and Mark in this enlightening episode of the Moonshots Podcast as they delve into the world of legendary basketball coach Phil Jackson through his book "Eleven Rings: The Soul of Success." This episode offers a deep dive into Jackson's unique leadership style and journey in the NBA, featuring engaging audio clips and insightful disc…

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World Champion NBA Player & Coach: Steve Kerr 48:28

3M ago48:28

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Join hosts Mike and Mark on a new enlightening episode of the Moonshots Podcast as they delve into the fascinating world of NBA legend Steve Kerr. This episode centers around the insightful biography "Steve Kerr: A Life" by Scott Howard-Cooper. This book captures the essence of Kerr's journey from a childhood influenced by academic pursuits in the …

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Nvidia CEO and Co-founder - Jensen Huang 50:09

3M ago50:09

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Join hosts Mike and Mark for a riveting new episode of the Moonshots Podcast, where they delve into the extraordinary leadership journey of Jensen Huang, the visionary co-founder and CEO of NVIDIA. Discover how Huang's innovative thinking and resilience have propelled NVIDIA to the forefront of the technology industry, shaping the future of AI, hig…

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Is AI a New Form of Colonialism? | Empire of AI Author Karen Hao (Rebroadcast) 35:21

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As AI models grow larger and more powerful, they promise incredible capabilities — but at what cost? Karen Hao is an AI journalist and her new book, Empire of AI: Dreams and Nightmares in Sam Altman's OpenAI, is a New York Times bestseller. We discuss whether the largest AI models are worth their hefty footprint: They consume massive amounts of ele…

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Do It Today by Darius Foroux: Overcome Procrastination, Improve Productivity & Achieve More Meaningful Things 50:52

4M ago50:52

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In this episode of the Moonshots Podcast, Mike and Mark unpack one of the most direct and actionable productivity books out there: Do It Today by Darius Foroux. Are you constantly planning but rarely executing? Distracted from your goals by a never-ending feed of notifications and interruptions? Then this episode is your wake-up call. Foroux doesn’…

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AI Voice Generation Is Crazy Good! Rapid Prototyping Audio Creative With Wondercraft Co-founder Oskar Serrander 21:54

4M ago21:54

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AI-generated voices aren’t just realistic — they’re changing how brands, creators, and agencies bring ideas to life. In this episode, Wondercraft co-founder Oskar Serrander demonstrates how their “Canva for audio” is unlocking rapid prototyping for high-quality audio ads, content, and storytelling. You’ll learn: How Wondercraft enables you to go fr…

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ChatGPT deep dive: Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI 58:31

4M ago58:31

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Given the Big news today about the partnership between Sam and Johnny Ive we thought we would share this recent episode. In this episode of the Moonshots Podcast, hosts Mike and Mark dive deep into the world of artificial intelligence, focusing on Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI. The discussion features insights from various interviews and talks, inc…

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10 Ways to Stay Creative in Good Times and Bad. Austin Kleon - Keep Going. 47:23

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Join hosts Mike and Mark on the Moonshots Podcast as they explore the transformative insights of Austin Kleon's book Keep Going. In this episode, they explore Kleon's wisdom on sustaining creativity through challenges and fostering consistent growth. INTRO Mike and Mark kick off the episode with a discussion on why Austin Kleon wrote "Keep Going," …

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Building an AI-native Podcast App to Turn Listening Into Learning | Kevin Smith (Co-founder, Snipd) 24:51

4M ago24:51

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Kevin Smith is building a totally new kind of podcast app. Snipd is an AI-native podcast app and building it required a few mindset shifts. First, what even is a podcast? The way Kevin sees it, podcasts are knowledge. So where most podcast players are, as Kevin calls them, "repurposed music players", Snipd is designed to help you learn. As people l…

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Show Your Work!: 10 Ways to Share Your Creativity and Get Discovered by Austin Kleon 45:52

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In this exciting new episode of the Moonshots Podcast, Mike and Mark explore Austin Kleon’s influential book “Show Your Work!” They also discuss how to embrace and share one's creativity with the world. Links: • Buy The Book on Amazon • Become a Moonshot Member on Patreon • Watch this episode on YouTube This episode features insightful clips that h…

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Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative 48:06

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Join hosts Mike and Mark on the latest episode of the Moonshots Podcast as they delve into the insightful book “Steal Like an Artist” by Austin Kleon. In this episode, they uncover ten key insights about creativity that nobody told you about. Buy The Book on Amazon https://geni.us/iTKi Get the summary https://www.apolloadvisor.com/summary-steal-lik…

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Inspiring the Next Generation to Build Great Money Habits (Whatever Those Are) | Tim Hong (CPO of MoneyLion) 30:59

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What is a good money habit in 2025? And how do you actually help someone build one—without boring them, shaming them, or losing them in the first five seconds? Chief Product Officer Tim Hong shares how MoneyLion designs for emotion and creates content and products that inspire people to take action. MoneyLion is a personal finance platform used by …

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Let Them by Mel Robbins. Break free from fear and self-doubt. 56:22

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What if peace of mind could be found in just two words? In this eye-opening episode of the Moonshots Podcast, hosts Mike and Mark explore Mel Robbins's viral wisdom and groundbreaking mindset shift: the Let Them theory. Built on the idea that true growth comes from letting go, this episode is packed with stories, strategies, and Stoic inspiration t…

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3 years in a row! The Webby Awards say we're a top tech podcast! Here are some show highlights... 10:46

5M ago10:46

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Fun news! The Webby Awards have honored CRAFTED. for the third year in a row as a top tech podcast. Thank you — yes, you! — for listening! This episode features the highlight reel we gave the Webbys. It features great moments from 2024 episodes, including (listed in the order mentioned): Powering the World’s Hackathons | Brandon Kessler (Founder & …

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Live from SXSW - How to Leverage Digital Tools to Become an Empowered Patient 59:25

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Over the last five years, the healthcare industry has witnessed an explosive surge in digital health services, revolutionizing the way we access medical care. Patients today are taking charge of their health journey by using different digital tools to stay on top of their preventative screenings, implement dietary and lifestyle changes, access ment…

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Live from SXSW - Outdoing Cancer Is A Team Sport 58:18

5M ago58:18

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While cancer deaths in the United States have declined in recent years, some populations are being left behind—facing complicated challenges to accessing the care they need. Intervening at the earliest stages of disease onset is critical to cancer treatment success and to reducing the risk of recurrence. So how do we create a world where all people…

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Live from SXSW - The Future of Scientific Communications Through Podcasting 56:01

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Podcasting has become essential for communicating breakthroughs in science, offering an accessible and engaging platform to reach diverse audiences. This evolving medium fosters deeper connections by delivering trusted information in accessible and compelling ways. In this conversation, audio makers from Pfizer, Acast, and TED, discuss what it take…

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Tal Ben-Shahar: Happier - Learn the Secrets to Daily Joy and Lasting Fulfillment 58:36

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Tal Ben-Shahar is a prominent figure in positive psychology and well-being. His book "The Science of Happiness" explores various transformative themes that can contribute to a happier and more fulfilling life. Buy The Book on Amazon https://geni.us/Happier Get the summary via Blinkist https://blinkist.o6eiov.net/x9Knvy Become a Moonshot Member http…

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We're Still in AI's “Fart App” Era… And Other Deep Thoughts from SXSW, With Rob Kenedi 16:36

5M ago16:36

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On a rooftop at SXSW, fellow startup advisor and podcaster Rob Kenedi joins me as we discuss why: AI models are becoming commodities… AI companies need to differentiate at the application layer, with brand, and by earning trust… B2B creators are all the rage Podcasts are so intimate and how video changes things We’re in the “fart app” era of AI… En…

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Neil Pasricha: The Happiness Equation 58:31

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In this inspiring and practical episode, hosts Mike and Mark explore The Happiness Equation by Neil Pasricha—a powerful guidebook for living a life full of joy, meaning, and intention. Neil starts with profoundly reflecting on the moment that inspired him to write the book, as shared on BT Network. From there, we unpack the book's central ideas thr…

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Why the "Mary Poppins of Computing" Says We Must Change the Way We Teach Tech | Linda Liukas (Author of "Hello Ruby") 29:24

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Linda Liukas is a programmer, children’s book author, and the creator of Hello Ruby, a whimsical series that teaches computing concepts through stories and play. She’s also the force behind a one-of-a-kind playground in Helsinki—designed to teach kids how computers work without them ever touching a screen. In this episode, Linda shares why, especia…

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High Fives and Happiness: Your Path to Self-Validation with Mel Robbins. 57:32

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Introducing "The High 5 Habit" by Mel Robbins. Embrace a life of celebration, self-acceptance, and unstoppable optimism with "The High 5 Habit." It's not just a gesture; it's a powerful journey of self-validation and transformation that starts with YOU. Imagine a world where you cheer for yourself and see and appreciate your worth every day. Becaus…

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Quantum & Coffee: SXSW 2025 Impressions, With Kwaku Aning 15:32

6M ago15:32

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Educator, innovator, super-connector, and conference champion Kwaku Aning and I have coffee and discuss a few things that struck us at SXSW, including: Why we’re in a “pre-mainframe” moment in quantum computing — and why you should prepare for what comes next Bioengineering: are we headed for a Westworld-style mix of human musculature and AI? Robot…

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Breaking Free: Conquer Complacency with Mel Robbins 57:32

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"Stop Saying You're Fine" is a self-help book by Mel Robbins, published in 2011. The book empowers readers to take action and make positive life changes. Buy The Book on Amazon https://geni.us/ZjbI Get the summary via Blinkist https://blinkist.o6eiov.net/q4y4rL Become a Moonshot Member https://www.patreon.com/Moonshots Watch this episode on YouTube…

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How Google Built a Moonshot Factory — And How You Can, Too | Astro Teller (Captain of Moonshots at X, The Moonshot Factory) 30:27

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How do you build a system for turning wild ideas into world-changing innovations? Astro Teller, Captain of Moonshots at X, The Moonshot Factory, has spent over 15 years leading Google’s audacious innovation lab—the birthplace of Waymo, Google Brain, and other breakthrough projects. In this special episode, recorded live in Austin at SXSW, Astro sha…

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Chris Guillebeau – The $100 Startup. Reinvent the Way You Make a Living, Do What You Love, and Create a New Future. 41:58

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In this episode of the Moonshots Podcast, hosts Mike Parsons and Mark Pearson Freeland explore the inspiring and practical lessons from Chris Guillebeau’s bestselling book, The $100 Startup. Chris is a renowned entrepreneur, traveler, and author who has built a life around creative self-employment and financial freedom. His book is a blueprint for …

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Shawn Achor: The Happiness Advantage 58:08

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Can happiness be the key to success? In this episode of the Moonshots Podcast, Mike and Mark explore Shawn Achor’s The Happiness Advantage. This groundbreaking book reveals how cultivating happiness first leads to tremendous work, life, and leadership success. Drawing from Achor’s extensive research in positive psychology, this episode unpacks the …

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Big Drones, Big Dreams: Elroy Air’s Quest to Revolutionize Air Delivery (David Merrill, Co-founder) 24:07

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What if we could deliver supplies anywhere, no roads or runways needed? Elroy Air has built a really big drone. One that can carry 300 pounds of stuff 300 miles or more. And it takes off like a helicopter, but flies like a plane, meaning it can get in and out of all sorts of hard to reach places. In this episode, we sit down with David Merrill, co-…

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Dalai Lama: The Art of Happiness: A Handbook for Living 58:28

6M ago58:28

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In this episode of the Moonshots Podcast, Mike and Mark explore the wisdom of the Dalai Lama and his book The Art of Happiness: A Handbook for Living. This book, co-authored with psychiatrist Howard Cutler, presents a compelling blend of Buddhist philosophy and modern psychology, offering practical strategies for cultivating lasting happiness. The …

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Part 4 – New Frontiers in AI & Drug Discovery 24:25

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So far in this season, we’ve explored how innovations throughout history have brought us to where we are now. We talked about how drug discovery changed from a serendipity-based to data-based endeavor. Then, we explored the powerful hardware and smart software required to accommodate big data. Now, the door to the future of AI in drug discovery is …

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AI, Psychedelics, the Gut-Brain Axis, and New Frontiers in BioTech | From SXSW's Next Stage (Re-release) 42:33

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CRAFTED. host Dan Blumberg will be at SXSW this year. Will you? If so, please reach out! DM me on LinkedIn or go to crafted.fm where you can email me. Let's get a taco! — Software, hardware, and biotechnology are playing an increasingly transformative role in our mental health and wellness. On this episode of CRAFTED., recorded live on the “Next” s…

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Part 3 – How Computers Learn to Think Like Scientists 24:08

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With a trove of data and powerful hardware to process it, software is the last element of our artificial intelligence story. In this episode, host Jeremiah Owyang and expert guests explore the history of advancement behind the software that powers AI today. They delve into the creation of neural networks at the heart of this technology and how scie…

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Overcome Procrastination, Hesitation, and Self-doubt With the 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins 49:21

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"The 5 Second Rule" by Mel Robbins is a self-help book that presents a simple but powerful technique to overcome procrastination, hesitation, and self-doubt. The core idea behind the rule is that by counting backward from five to one, you can push yourself to take immediate action and disrupt negative thought patterns. Buy The Book on Amazon https:…