#236 - Noland Arbaugh: Creating the World’s First Telepathic Song

Noland Arbaugh is an American quadriplegic and the first human recipient of Neuralink's brain-computer interface (BCI) implant. After a life-altering spinal cord injury in 2016 left him paralyzed, Noland gained worldwide attention for using the Neuralink device to regain digital autonomy. Originally from Yuma, Arizona, Noland was an athlete and student at Texas A&M University. Today, he shares his groundbreaking journey, blending technology and music, and his vision for the future of brain-computer interfaces.

In this episode, we sit down with Noland Arbaugh, the first Neuralink patient, to dive into his life-changing experience with Neuralink’s brain-computer interface. We explore how music became a cornerstone in his recovery, and together we make history by co-creating the first-ever song using generative music AI.

Key Takeaways:

• Discover how Noland's Neuralink experience transformed his connection to the digital world and sparked his excitement for the possibilities.
• Learn about the powerful role of music in healing and how technology can push artistic boundaries.
• Witness history as the first-ever AI-generated song is created live on the show.

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