In this enlightening discussion, Sam Harris talks with Ben Lamm, a tech entrepreneur and co-founder of Colossal Biosciences, focusing on the ambitious goal of de-extincting species like the woolly mammoth. Lamm explains the innovative use of AI and CRISPR technology in his company's efforts and contrasts these with the fictional portrayal in Jurassic Park. They delve into the potential ecological benefits of bringing back these species, the ethical implications, and how this work could impact human health and biodiversity.

Ben Lamm, CEO of Colossal Biosciences and a technology entrepreneur, passionately discusses his groundbreaking work in de-extinction. He shares insights on reviving the woolly mammoth and other species, fleshing out the challenges and scientific innovations involved. The conversation dives into the role of AI in genetic engineering, the significance of artificial womb technology, and the potential environmental and economic benefits of reintroducing extinct species into their habitats. Lamm also addresses misconceptions related to these ambitious efforts.

Ben Lamm, co-founder and CEO of Colossal Biosciences, is on a mission to resurrect the woolly mammoth through cutting-edge genetic engineering. He discusses how these efforts could restore biodiversity and ecosystems. Lamm shares insights on leveraging this technology for human health, including cancer resistance found in elephants. The conversation also touches on the ethical implications of de-extinction and the complexities of rewilding these ancient species, making a compelling case for the intersection of conservation and biotechnology.

Entrepreneur and CEO of Colossal, Ben Lamm, discusses bringing extinct creatures back to life like Wooly Mammoths, impact on climate change, genetic material sources, artificial wombs, enhancing humans with Neanderthal DNA, and the case for bringing back the Dodo bird.

In this episode, Peter and Ben discuss the possibility of bringing extinct species back to life through Ben’s startup, Colossal.  02:05 | De Extinction: Unveiling Our Future 21:10 | Gene-Swapping for Species Survival 59:32 | The Return of Extinct Species Ben Lamm is a renowned entrepreneur and visionary in technology and AI. With successful startups like Chaotic Moon Studios and Conversable, he has made significant contributions to the industry. As the founder of Hypergiant Industries and Colossal, a venture capital-backed startup focused on genetic engineering and reproductive technology in support of George Church's de-extinction efforts, Lamm continues to push the boundaries of innovation, focusing on AI solutions and genetic engineering. Learn about Colossal. _____________ I only endorse products and services I personally use. To see what they are,  please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:  Experience the future of sleep with Eight Sleep. Visit https://www.eightsleep.com/moonshots/ to save $150 on the Pod Cover.  _____________ I send weekly emails with the latest insights and trends on today’s and tomorrow’s exponential technologies. Stay ahead of the curve, and sign up now:  Tech Blog _____________ Connect With Peter: Twitter Instagram Youtube Moonshots and Mindsets