Through Conversations
Alex Levy
We Explore The Truth Through Conversations With The Most Brilliant Minds - a podcast where we explore the world's most pressing questions through in-depth conversations with the brightest minds on the planet. Each week, I bring on leading experts from a variety of fields to discuss everything from politics to science to philosophy.
My goal is to uncover the truth and provide my listeners with a deeper understanding of the world around us.
Join me on our journey to discover the truth through conversations with the world's leading thinkers.
My goal is to uncover the truth and provide my listeners with a deeper understanding of the world around us.
Join me on our journey to discover the truth through conversations with the world's leading thinkers.
Episodes
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Mar 18, 2024 • 57min
Ari Wallach: Are We History's Most Critical Generation? | A Brief History of The Future
Futurist Ari Wallach joins me to discuss his upcoming series "A Brief History of The Future," premiering on PBS on Wednesday, April 3 at 9pm ET.
Mar 11, 2024 • 11min
Solo Episode: Has Artificial Intelligence Reached Self-Awareness?
In this solo episode, I explore how an AI named Claude might be self-aware, showing signs of understanding and emotions like a human. Claude figures out it's in a test and even acts differently to pass it, making us question if AIs can really think and feel on their own.
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Mar 4, 2024 • 51min
Carissa Veliz: Exposing Big Tech, Privacy Threats & The Future of Artificial Intelligence.
Carissa Veliz, expert in personal data and technology, discusses the dangers of Big Tech's data practices, the erosion of privacy in society, and the rise of AI's power. She emphasizes the need to safeguard privacy rights against data exploitation, especially as biometric data gains significance. Veliz advocates for individuals to take proactive steps to protect their digital footprint and reevaluate their relationship with technology to preserve privacy.
Feb 27, 2024 • 15min
The Dark Side of The Apple Vision Pro: A New Surveillance Tool?
In this episode, I talk about Apple's Vision Pro and how biometric technology, like facial recognition and eye tracking, is changing things. I look at how much personal info these technologies can tell Apple, from who we are to possibly even our health.
Feb 19, 2024 • 1h 6min
Daniel Lieberman: On The Mental Health Crisis, The Unconscious Mind, & How AI Will Disrupt Therapy.
In this episode, Daniel Lieberman, SVP of Mental Health at Hims & Hers Health, and author of "Spellbound" and "The Molecule of More," joins me to explore the intersection of psychology, society, and technology.
Feb 12, 2024 • 1h 13min
Avi Loeb: We Are Not Alone In This Universe.
Today, Avi Loeb joins us to explore his work in discovering Alien Artifacts falling from space, evidence that Aliens exist, and the possibility of the Human Race becoming an interstellar species. Avi is the Baird Professor of Science and Institute director at Harvard University and the bestselling author of “Extraterrestrial” and "Interstellar."
Feb 5, 2024 • 9min
The Power of AI in 2024: Mind-Reading Breakthroughs, AI Girlfriends, and Autonomous Warfare.
In this special episode of Through Conversations Podcast, host Alex dives into how AI, artificial intelligence, is changing everything.
Jan 22, 2024 • 1h 14min
Paul Poast: World at War, The Rise of Multipolarity, & Elections Shaping Global Dynamics.
Professor Paul Poast joins me for a second time to discuss the current worldwide conflicts, the 2024 presidential elections, and the future of global dynamics.
Jan 8, 2024 • 27min
2024 Unveiled: Elections, Aliens, AI Breakthroughs, & Climate Challenges?
In this episode, we explore the multifaceted challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in what is set to be the largest election year in history. Join us as we analyze the potential impact of 40 nations going to the polls, representing a significant portion of the global population and economy.
Dec 26, 2023 • 35min
Biggest Lessons from 2023 - A Year in Review
In this special edition of the Through Conversations podcast, we take a reflective journey through 2023, revisiting enlightening discussions with some of the most influential thinkers of our time.
