Luis von Ahn, Duolingo & the Unhinged Owl

Luis von Ahn, Co-founder and CEO of Duolingo, shares his fascinating journey from creating CAPTCHA to launching a billion-dollar language app. He discusses his early computer fascination in Guatemala and how those experiences shaped Duolingo's engaging and gamified approach to learning. The conversation dives into the evolution of CAPTCHA technology, the impacts of AI, and the importance of unexpected connections in seizing opportunities. Von Ahn also reveals how humor and personality drive Duolingo's unique brand identity.