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Co-founder of Mechanize, dedicated to fully automating work. Formerly worked on AI forecasts at Epoch AI.

British stand-up comedian known for his dark humor and one-liners. His Netflix specials and international tours have garnered significant popularity.

Harvard Professor who has written nine books and spent his life studying language, cognition, and writing. He has been thinking about AI since the 1980s.

U.S. Senator from Wisconsin. Elected in 2010 and a member of the Republican Party, advocating for fiscal conservatism and limited government.

President and Portfolio Manager at Orbis, a global equity manager. His expertise lies in long-term intrinsic value investing and creating alignment between investors and managers.

Founding partner and head of research at Gavekal Dragonomics. Long-time China watcher and expert on the Chinese economy.

CEO and co-founder of Datology. Focuses on the data side of machine learning, specifically data curation, and previously worked at Google and Meta as a research scientist.

Reporter covering education and families for The New York Times.

The Ringer staffer and personality. Known for his appearances on The Bill Simmons Podcast and other Ringer shows, often providing insights on golf and the NBA.

Founder of marketingexamples.com, a website showcasing examples of great marketing and providing marketing advice.

Investor. Known for being early in identifying trends and investing in companies. Former investor at Lowercase Capital.

Co-founder of Morning Brew, known for his contributions to the company's growth and success.

Signal Award-winner. Host of the Creator Science podcast, diving deep into the business of content.

Works at Langchain, focusing on Langgraph and context engineering. Longtime listener of the podcast.

Christian apologist and Bible expert. He specializes in biblical manuscripts and ancient scribal culture.

Bestselling author and mental health expert. He focuses on helping individuals and families navigate challenges related to mental health, relationships, and personal growth.

Chairman and CEO of Dell Technologies, a major player in the technology industry. Author of Play Nice But Win.

Lifelong progressive activist, Executive Director of Rebellion PAC, and video game developer. She has been outspoken in her criticism of certain elements within the progressive movement.

Co-creator of Django and open source advocate. Currently known for his work in AI and blogging.

Creator of The Marginalian (formerly Brain Pickings), an online publication featuring writing on books, art, science, philosophy, and poetry. Author of Figuring and maker of the live show “The Universe in Verse”.

CEO of Late Checkout and former advisor to Reddit and TikTok. Host of The Startup Ideas Podcast.

Former co-owner of 11 Madison Park and author of Unreasonable Hospitality, focusing on radical hospitality and creating meaningful connections.

Professor of biomedical informatics at the University of Utah. Conducts pioneering studies on how behavior and the environment can modify gene expression.

CEO of Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), leading the company's turnaround and growth in the semiconductor industry. Named Times CEO of the Year in 2024.

Research scientist at UCLA, co-creator of Cards Against Humanity, and author. He is interested in evolutionary psychology, incentives, and understanding bullshit.

Co-founder of Factory

Technology journalist at The Verge, specializing in wearables and AI. She tests and reviews AI-powered devices, providing insights on their practical applications and ethical implications.

Beijing bureau chief for The New York Times, expert on trade and economics.

British broadcaster, journalist, writer, and media personality. He is the host of Piers Morgan Uncensored.

Brussels bureau chief for The New York Times, specializing in European economic and political affairs.

Governor of California, pushing back against the President's authoritarian playbook.

CVP of AI Platform at Microsoft, leading AI product strategy and working with companies building AI products. Previously COO at Instacart, and VP of Product at Meta.

One of the world's best blackjack players and investors; his hedge funds were profitable for 29 years. Author of "Beat the Dealer" and other books on investing.

Experienced leader in the financial technology industry, previously with Google Ventures and Wealthfront. Shares insights on personal investing strategies.

"The Healthy Gamer", medical doctor and psychologist specializing in technology addiction and Eastern therapies.

Design leader who has shaped products used by billions at Apple, Pinterest, Yahoo, and ThoughtSpot. A student of history turned software craftsman, he champions the moral obligation designers have to reduce frustration in people’s daily digital interactions.

Founder of Bianco Research, providing macroeconomic analysis and insights. Focuses on the bond market and the impact of economic events on financial markets.

Evolutionary psychologist and marketing professor at Concordia University. Author of "The Parasitic Mind" and "The Saad Truth About Happiness".

Neurologist and professor of neuroscience and psychology at UC Berkeley. Expert in brain mechanisms controlling executive function and memory.

Former CIA officer, security expert, and host of the President’s Daily Brief podcast. Shares his insider perspective on threats posed by other countries.

Bishop of the Diocese of Winona-Rochester in Minnesota and founder of Word on Fire Catholic Ministries. He is known for his work on Catholic education and evangelization.

Covers the Department of Homeland Security and immigration policy in the United States for The New York Times.

Philosopher and professor at Yale University. Author of the book "Transformative Experience," exploring the uncertainties surrounding transformative experiences and decision-making.

Hindu priest, self-development speaker, and entrepreneur, known for his expertise in focus and concentration.

The highest rated chess player in history, reflecting on self-doubt and the power of optimism in achieving success.

Psychiatrist, Harvard Medical School instructor, and co-founder of HealthyGamerGG, offering insights into screen addiction and mental health.

Founder of Thrive Capital. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining U.S. dominance in artificial intelligence and advocates for policies that secure American access to critical AI inputs.

Partner at a16z, focusing on consumer tech and AI applications. He discusses the evolution of social networks and the potential of AI in fostering connections.

Tidligere administrerende direktør for Google og en ledende skikkelse inden for teknologiindustrien. Han fungerede som moderator for denne samtale.

Co-founded Figma, a collaborative design software company. He left Brown University after landing a Thiel Fellowship to pursue his idea.