16min chapter

Dwarkesh Podcast cover image

Steve Hsu - Intelligence, Embryo Selection, & The Future of Humanity

Dwarkesh Podcast

CHAPTER

From Physics to Finance: Bridging Disciplines

This chapter examines the transition of physicists to finance, highlighting the parallels between mathematical principles in both fields, particularly in options pricing theory. It discusses the evolving industry demands for machine learning expertise and the challenges faced by physicists when dealing with real-world data. Personal anecdotes illustrate the nuances of intelligence in academia versus entrepreneurship, alongside the importance of adaptability in communication for successful founders.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode