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At this moment of inflection in technology, co-hosts Elad Gil and Sarah Guo talk to the world's leading AI engineers, researchers and founders about the biggest questions: How far away is AGI? What markets are at risk for disruption? How will commerce, culture, and society change? What’s happening in state-of-the-art in research? “No Priors” is your guide to the AI revolution. Email feedback to show@no-priors.com.Sarah Guo is a startup investor and the founder of Conviction, an investment firm purpose-built to serve intelligent software, or "Software 3.0" companies. She spent nearly a decade incubating and investing at venture firm Greylock Partners.Elad Gil is a serial entrepreneur and a startup investor. He was co-founder of Color Health, Mixer Labs (which was acquired by Twitter). He has invested in over 40 companies now worth $1B or more each, and is also author of the High Growth Handbook.
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May 24, 2023 • 55min
Going Full Send on AI, and the (Positive) Impact of AI on Jobs, with Kevin Scott, CTO of Microsoft
Kevin Scott, CTO of Microsoft, shares his inspiring journey from rural Virginia to leading AI strategies at Microsoft. He discusses the transformative partnership between Microsoft and OpenAI, revealing exciting new 'copilots' for their product suite. Kevin predicts a positive future for jobs in creative and physical work, emphasizing the need for responsible AI practices. He also dives into the impact of open-source AI models and how technology can foster equitable solutions in education and healthcare, all while navigating the evolving landscape of AI development.
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May 18, 2023 • 43min
The AI Will See You Now: Exploring Biomedical AI and Google’s Med-PaLM2 With Karan Singhal
Karan Singhal, a Staff Software Engineer at Google Research specializing in medical AI, discusses the transformative potential of MedPaLM2 in healthcare. He emphasizes the necessity of safety in AI applications, especially in drug discovery and as a physician’s assistant. The conversation delves into innovative workflows for integrating AI into clinical practices and addresses crucial privacy issues concerning patient data. Singhal’s insights provide a forward-thinking perspective on how AI can enhance both patient care and scientific research.
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May 11, 2023 • 52min
Will Everyone Have a Personal AI? With Mustafa Suleyman, Founder of DeepMind and Inflection
Mustafa Suleyman, co-founder of DeepMind and CEO of Inflection AI, discusses his journey from community work to AI innovation. He delves into how personal experiences led him to redefine emotional intelligence in AI. The conversation explores the evolution of social media’s impact on human interaction and the development of the AI companion, Pi, designed to understand user preferences. Mustafa also shares insights on the exponential growth of AI capabilities and hints at the societal implications discussed in his upcoming book, The Coming Wave.
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May 4, 2023 • 40min
Personalizing AI Models with Kelvin Guu, Senior Staff Research Scientist, Google Brain
Kelvin Guu, a Senior Staff Research Scientist at Google Brain, leads innovations in retrieval-augmented language models. In this discussion, he unpacks how to personalize AI models efficiently, exploring the advantages of using external data sources for training. Kelvin also shares insights on the REALM model's architecture, emphasizing its modular and adaptive nature. The conversation dives into the complexities of knowledge representation in AI and the importance of aligning models with user values, providing a glimpse into the future of AI innovations.
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Apr 27, 2023 • 34min
Listener Q&A: AI Investment Hype, Foundation Models, Regulation, Opportunity Areas, and More
Listeners dive into the evolving world of open-source AI models and the competitive landscape shaping the industry. The hosts discuss the excitement and hype surrounding AI investments, drawing parallels with past tech trends. They examine the delicate balance between necessary regulation and innovation, particularly in addressing potential risks. The impact of AI on healthcare and drug development is explored, highlighting how targeted AI applications can enhance efficiency and improve clinical outcomes. It's a thought-provoking look at the future of technology!
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Apr 20, 2023 • 45min
The Computing Platform Underlying AI, with Jensen Huang, Founder & CEO of NVIDIA
Jensen Huang, founder and CEO of NVIDIA, a key player in GPUs and AI, shares insights from his remarkable journey in tech. He discusses how NVIDIA's A100 GPU is revolutionizing AI, shifting the landscape beyond gaming. The conversation delves into long-term bets in healthcare and climate science, highlighting innovative tools like Earth 2 and Clara. Jensen also reveals his perspective on entrepreneurship, balancing innovation with market demands, and ends with a light-hearted chat about his iconic leather jackets.
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Apr 13, 2023 • 30min
Your AI Friends Have Awoken, With Noam Shazeer
Noam Shazeer, Co-founder and CEO of Character AI and AI pioneer from Google, dives into the fascinating world of personalized AI bots. He discusses his groundbreaking work on the Transformer architecture and its role in modern AI. Noam reveals how users can engage with customized bots that embody various personalities, from famous figures to fictional characters. He also touches on user engagement strategies and the ethical considerations in launching advanced AI systems, hinting at a promising future for AI interaction.
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Apr 6, 2023 • 39min
The Future is Small Models, with Matei Zaharia, CTO of Databricks
Matei Zaharia, Cofounder and Chief Technologist at Databricks, shares insights on the evolution of AI and small models like Dolly. With just $30 and one server, anyone can now create capable AI models. Zaharia discusses the shift away from massive data sets and manual training annotations. He reflects on his journey from a PhD student working on Spark to leading a critical data infrastructure company. The episode also explores the future of AI in tech decision-making and the importance of streamlined data management.
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Mar 30, 2023 • 36min
What’s Beyond GitHub Copilot? With Copilot's Chief Architect and founder of Minion.AI Alex Graveley
Dive into the revolutionary impact of AI on coding with insights from the Chief Architect of GitHub Copilot. Discover how this groundbreaking tool reshapes developer workflows and fuels numerous AI startups. The conversation also explores the evolution of personal assistance technologies and the vision behind Minion, designed to simplify daily tasks. Tune in for thoughts on the hiring challenges in AI, the intricacies of scaling these technologies, and the broader implications for society amidst rapid advancements.
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Mar 23, 2023 • 39min
How do we go from search engines to answer engines? With Perplexity AI’s Aravind Srinivas and Denis Yarats
Aravind Srinivas, Co-founder and CEO of Perplexity AI and former OpenAI research scientist, along with Denis Yarats, Co-founder and CTO with a machine learning background from Facebook AI, discuss the future of search. They explain how their startup aims to transform traditional search engines into conversational answer engines. Topics include the importance of rapid iteration in tech, innovative hiring practices, and navigating the shift from academia to industry in AI. Their insights reveal a vision for more intuitive and trustworthy digital information retrieval.
