
#135 – Charles Isbell: Computing, Interactive AI, and Race in America
Lex Fridman Podcast
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Challenging Academia's Hiring Norms
This chapter examines the competitive dynamics within academia, particularly regarding the hiring of PhD faculty from elite institutions. The discussion critiques the reliance on rankings and traditional narratives that favor recognized schools over diverse talent, which can stifle innovation. It emphasizes the need for academia to embrace unconventional candidates and expand the dialogue beyond entrenched biases.
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