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PhD microbiome scientist and co-founder of Pendulum, known for work on keystone gut strains (e.g., Akkermansia) and their role in metabolic and GLP-1 biology.

Professor of education, psychology, and neuroscience at the University of Southern California. Her research focuses on emotions and their impact on learning.

Technology writer for The Verge, contributing to podcast segments and offering insights on gadgets and technology.

Medical doctor and nutritionist known for communicating practical dietary and lifestyle advice; guest on the episode to discuss protein-first breakfasts and healthy high-protein approaches.

Linguist and content creator. He explores how social media algorithms are reshaping the way people talk and view their identities.

Co-founder and CEO of Anduril; brings expertise in defense technology, industrial capacity, and the intersection of advanced systems and mass production.

Founder of WeWork and Flow. Known for his vision in re-architecting real estate and building community-focused living solutions.

A cryptocurrency developer known as StaccOverflow, who executed a dramatic and astonishing robbery of millions of dollars in cryptocurrency from PumpFun.

Editor-in-chief of The Verge and host of the Decoder podcast, focusing on technology and business.

Professor of Sociology at the University of Virginia and Director of the National Marriage Project. His research focuses on the importance of marriage and family for individual and societal well-being.

Seed stage investor. Previously ran the Infectious Greed blog and has been featured on CNBC.

Presents commentaries on ADHD and related topics on his YouTube channel.

Actor, playwright, and activist. Known for his role in the movie "Last Breath."

Science and global health reporter at The New York Times.

Co-founder and CEO of Patreon, entrepreneur and musician who built the platform to help creators earn recurring revenue and who speaks about the intersection of creators, platforms, and AI.

Director of Research at BlueMountain Capital, a multi-billion dollar hedge fund and asset manager. Expert in decision making, behavior, and complex systems; adjunct professor at Columbia Business School.

Host and producer of the Think Like a Game Designer podcast and author focused on applying game design principles to creative work and business.

A Times reporter covering how President Trump is transforming the local government.

Professor of political science at the University of Notre Dame. He is known for his work on political theory and his book 'Why Liberalism Failed'.

Venture capitalist, consultant, and writer known for his work at Google and creation of the Design Sprint process. Author of several books on productivity and time management.

Regius Professor of Chemistry at the University of Glasgow. His research explores the origin of life, the creation of life, and assembly theory.

Voice expert and inventor of Intelligence Amplification, known for insightful content on voice technology and human intelligence.

Entrepreneur and founder of ClickFunnels who hosts The Russell Brunson Show; focuses on marketing, sales, and funnel-building strategies and often shares lessons from books and personal experience to help entrepreneurs sell better.

Ph.D. expert in sleep hygiene and cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia. Provides insights on improving sleep quality.

Real estate investor with a portfolio of over a billion dollars. Known for his unique strategies in retail shopping centers and value-add real estate development.

Former U.S. Labor Secretary and professor. He has been advocating for rising equality in America for more than 40 years.

Host and producer of the podcast who guides conversations about different professions; provides episode narration and closing commentary.

Professor of history at University College Dublin and historian. Expert on Irish history and culture.

Billion-dollar founder, pilot, and commercial astronaut. Commander of the world's first all-civilian spaceflight and the first civilian to conduct a spacewalk.

Global economy correspondent for The New York Times, providing expert analysis on international trade and economic policy.

Neuroscientist investigating how the brain creates complex emotional states like depression, anxiety, and loneliness. Her research uses light to activate specific neurons, revealing insights into mental disorders.

Renowned Reformed theologian and teacher, founder of Ligonier Ministries and author of numerous books and commentaries; delivers the sermon exposition of Romans in this episode.

Organizational psychologist, researcher, and New York Times best-selling author. She helps people thrive in a changing world by becoming the best of who they are and what they do.

Staff writer for The New York Times Magazine covering a broad range of topics. Author of “The Family Dynamic: A Journey Into the Mystery of Sibling Success.”

Stand-up comedian and podcaster. Hosts the podcasts “Tuesdays with Stories” and “We Might Be Drunk”.

Conservative activist and writer. He discusses his campaign against critical race theory and DEI efforts and his influence on the Trump administration's policies towards American universities.

Co-founder of 404 Media and host of the 404 Media podcast. He provides insights into Palantir based on his sources.

Writes the Interconnects newsletter and researches AI at the Allen Institute.

Author of "The Price of Tomorrow", entrepreneur, and technology expert. He is known for his thesis on deflation in technology and its impact on economics.

Psychologist, professor at the University of Maryland, and author of "Platonic, How the Science of Attachment Can Help You Make and Keep Friends."

Author and journalist known for immersive, experiment-driven reporting; appeared to discuss his New York Times piece about spending 48 hours without AI.

Standup comedian, television host, and podcaster. Known for his storytelling and shirtless performances.

Filmmaker, writer and educator who studies living systems and relational intelligence; president of the International Bateson Institute and founder of Warm Data Labs.

Guest on this episode and a film/writing professional who appears regularly on film podcasts and discussions to provide critics' insight and contextual commentary on movies and industry news.

Professor of Environmental Medicine and Public Health at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, and author of "Count Down," focusing on the impact of environmental chemicals on human fertility.

CEO & CFO at Runway, a financial planning and analysis (FP&A) startup. Focuses on building products that customers crave and how a customer-centric view differs from traditional product management.

General Partner at Spark Capital, a leading venture capital firm with a diverse portfolio of successful companies.

Writer at Puck and host of The Town podcast. He is a Hollywood expert who previously worked as the editor of The Hollywood Reporter.

Men's work coach, author, and podcaster focusing on helping men become healthier and more authentic versions of themselves.

British pornographic actress and online content creator known for high‑profile OnlyFans and live sex‑event performances; featured as a subject in a discussion about the modern sex‑work debate and sexual liberation.