As 2023 comes to an end, we look back at compelling conversations with guests like Bill Gates, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Mira Murati, Tobi Lutke, and more. Topics include equity in tech, advocating for science, and the transformative power of AI.

Adrian Tchaikovsky, a celebrated novelist known for his imaginative explorations of evolutionary history, shares his insights into the intersection of biology and speculative fiction. He discusses how short-term versus long-term thinking shapes both human civilization and narratives of the future. The conversation delves into terraforming versus altering human biology for space, the complexities of defining life and intelligence, and the ethical dilemmas surrounding extraterrestrial ecosystems. Adrian also reflects on the role of AI in storytelling and its implications for our future.