

Neura Pod (All Things Neuralink)
Ryan Tanaka
Neura Pod is a series covering topics related to Neuralink, Inc. Topics such as brain-machine interfaces, brain injuries, and artificial intelligence will be explored. Host Ryan Tanaka synthesizes information, shares opinions, and conducts interviews to easily learn about Neuralink and it's future.
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Jan 15, 2026 • 2h 25min
The Man Who Uses a Brain Chip to Control A Robotic Arm
In this discussion, Alex Conley, a participant in Neuralink's Convoy Study, shares his journey using a Neuralink brain implant to control a robotic arm. He dives into his personal experience with spinal cord injury and rehabilitation, and the innovative technology that enables him to manage everyday tasks. Alex talks about the surgery, calibration process, and the impressive low latency of the system. He also offers insights into the emotional value of regaining independence and the development of assistive tech like QuadStick for gaming and control.

Dec 30, 2025 • 18min
The Truth about Neuralink Making Our Brains 100x Faster
Julian, a key technical representative from Neuralink, discusses the groundbreaking potential of brain-machine interfaces. He delves into how these devices will allow humans to bypass traditional language limitations, enhancing communication and shared experiences. The conversation highlights real-world applications like collective intelligence and instant team collaboration. Julian also explains the evolution of Neuralink's devices—from wired prototypes to compact wireless implants—and forecasts an exciting future where our cognitive capabilities expand dramatically.

Dec 26, 2025 • 16min
Neuralink Update — December 2025
Pre-Order linkaChart, for free: https://linkachart.ai/?utm_term=ryan2Free AI Community: https://www.skool.com/simple-ai-2158/about?ref=39d2b08dc94f4d2a8d9c5a75b3dbd2bbSign up for Neuralink's clinical trials: https://neuralink.com/trials/Work at Neuralink: https://neuralink.com/careers/How Neuralink will solve paralysis: https://youtu.be/X3aUqYAnAk4?si=mJOg6cp6zbWkjjQoNeuralink's Medical Affairs Lead: https://neuralink.com/updates/welcome-david-mcmullen/20 patients: https://www.neurapod.com/blog/neuralink-advances-toward-goal-of-20-implants-by-2026- Jon Noble, P18, GB-5: https://x.com/CheckCanopy/status/1999724602663010635?s=20- Noland Arbaugh Post: https://x.com/ModdedQuad/status/1991276567377363419?s=20- 10-finger typing: https://x.com/neuralink/status/1999148500878012773?s=20- David McMullen: https://x.com/NeuraPod/status/1998597644667732205?s=20- New construction: https://x.com/SERobinsonJr/status/1998552391428284480- DJ Seo presentation at UT Austin: https://x.com/neuralink/status/1996278331541733773?s=20- Actual implant: https://x.com/RockyNoHands/status/1988658122462732371?s=20- Patient's Gaming: https://x.com/XFreeze/status/1995895047834009873?s=20- Alex Conley: https://x.com/Bcidesign/status/1987319669556998377?s=20- Rob Greiner video gaming: 00:38 - 01:28: https://x.com/greiner_ro52817/status/1993511793948606532?s=20- Post from Elon: https://x.com/elonmusk/status/1987884162167300589?s=20- Competitor: Paradromics announcement: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/matt-angle_neurotech-bci-paradromics-activity-7397295753980776448-3FEX/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAzs9VsBCL4IjyCpvAz3a8tfBfuzIkoFEbsNeura Pod is a series covering topics related to Neuralink, Inc. Topics such as brain-machine interfaces, brain injuries, and artificial intelligence will be explored. Host Ryan Tanaka synthesizes information, shares the latest updates, and conducts interviews to easily learn about Neuralink and its future.Follow on X: https://www.x.com/neurapod/Generate AI voice audio via ElevenLabs: https://try.elevenlabs.io/xe894d3yv35hOpinions are my own. Neura Pod receives no compensation from Neuralink and has no formal affiliation to the company. Ryan Tanaka may have an equity stake in Tesla, Neuralink, or any of Elon Musk's companies.#Neuralink #ElonMusk #Tesla

Nov 19, 2025 • 13min
What Neuralink has accomplished so far (and what's coming next)
Pre-order LymeChart: https://LymeChart.ai/?utm_term=ryan5(LymeChart is a product of linkaChart Medical)Neura Pod is a series covering topics related to Neuralink, Inc. Topics such as brain-machine interfaces, brain injuries, and artificial intelligence will be explored. Host Ryan Tanaka synthesizes information, shares the latest updates, and conducts interviews to easily learn about Neuralink and its future.Sign up for Neuralink's Patient Registry: https://neuralink.com/trials/Join the Neuralink team: https://neuralink.com/careers/X: https://www.x.com/ryantanaka3/Support: https://www.patreon.com/neurapod/Opinions are my own. Neura Pod receives no compensation from Neuralink and has no formal affiliation to the company. Ryan Tanaka may have an equity stake in Tesla, Neuralink, or any of Elon Musk's companies.#Neuralink #ElonMusk #Tesla

Nov 12, 2025 • 17min
Neuralink Update – November 2025
Pre-order linkaChart: https://linkachart.ai/?utm_term=ryan3This video contains paid promotion like a product placement, sponsorship, or endorsement.00:00 Intro01:06: First UK Patient04:07: Nick Wray Controlling a Robot Arm06:48: CONVOY Study10:18: Expanding in South San Francisco12:05: Science14:19: Noland's Update15:08: ALS Network16:11: Things to look forward toSign up for Neuralink's Patient Registry: https://neuralink.com/trials/Join the Neuralink team: https://neuralink.com/careers/Cushion for pressure sores: https://www.kalogon.com/UCLH NHS Release: https://www.uclh.nhs.uk/news/first-uk-patient-uses-thought-control-computer-hours-after-neuralink-implantALS Network Webinar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41jc-t4oAgoNeura Pod is a series covering topics related to Neuralink, Inc. Topics such as brain-machine interfaces, brain injuries, and artificial intelligence will be explored. Host Ryan Tanaka synthesizes information, shares the latest updates, and conducts interviews to easily learn about Neuralink and its future.X: https://www.x.com/ryantanaka3/Support: https://www.patreon.com/neurapod/Opinions are my own. Neura Pod receives no compensation from Neuralink and has no formal affiliation to the company. Ryan Tanaka may have an equity stake in Tesla, Neuralink, or any of Elon Musk's companies.#Neuralink #ElonMusk #Tesla

Nov 5, 2025 • 8min
Neuralink's President Shares 3-Year Plan/ Product Roadmap
Pre-order linkaChart: https://linkachart.ai/?utm_term=ryan3My video contains paid promotion like a product placement, sponsorship, or endorsementNeura Pod is a series covering topics related to Neuralink, Inc. Topics such as brain-machine interfaces, brain injuries, and artificial intelligence will be explored. Host Ryan Tanaka synthesizes information, shares the latest updates, and conducts interviews to easily learn about Neuralink and its future.Sign up for Neuralink's Patient Registry: https://neuralink.com/trials/Join the Neuralink team: https://neuralink.com/careers/X: https://www.x.com/ryantanaka3/Support: https://www.patreon.com/neurapod/Opinions are my own. Neura Pod receives no compensation from Neuralink and has no formal affiliation to the company. Ryan Tanaka may have an equity stake in Tesla, Neuralink, or any of Elon Musk's companies.#Neuralink #ElonMusk #Tesla

Oct 20, 2025 • 16min
Elon Musk explains the fundamental product Neuralink is building
Pre-order linkaChart for free: https://linkaChart.ai/?utm_term=ryan2My video contains paid promotion like a product placement, sponsorship, or endorsementNeura Pod is a series covering topics related to Neuralink, Inc. Topics such as brain-machine interfaces, brain injuries, and artificial intelligence will be explored. Host Ryan Tanaka synthesizes information, shares the latest updates, and conducts interviews to easily learn about Neuralink and its future.Sign up for Neuralink's Patient Registry: https://neuralink.com/trials/Join the Neuralink team: https://neuralink.com/careers/X: https://www.x.com/ryantanaka3/Support: https://www.patreon.com/neurapod/Opinions are my own. Neura Pod receives no compensation from Neuralink and has no formal affiliation to the company. Ryan Tanaka may have an equity stake in Tesla, Neuralink, or any of Elon Musk's companies.#Neuralink #ElonMusk #Tesla

Oct 16, 2025 • 14min
Elon Musk Reveals Neuralink's Secret Side Quest
Delve into the intriguing ambitions of transforming consciousness research with groundbreaking brain implants. The host compares Neuralink's data strategies to Tesla’s, presenting a vision of data-driven insights into human awareness. Expect a scientific exploration of dreams, meditation, and the mysterious origins of consciousness, all while addressing vital medical applications. Discover how this technology could redefine personal identity and potentially alter our understanding of the brain’s role in consciousness.

Oct 8, 2025 • 16min
Neuralink Update – October 2025
00:00 Intro02:00 Building fake brains04:27 Solving back/ neck pain05:34 Mark Zuckerberg building neural interfaces09:02 Noland speaking at Fortune's Brain Tech conference10:28 Barrow credentials12:44 Neuralink team in Napa supporting ALS awareness/ 12 Patients in multiple cities13:30 Neuralink hiring hintAshlee Vance's Core Memory Video on Neuralink: https://youtu.be/evdImdnqG0A?si=CRegioRfoenAg_lsNoland at Fortune's Brain Tech Conference: https://www.youtube.com/live/D97ILdUbYww?si=RWj1rDexM7ejVsjzSign up for Neuralink's Patient Registry: https://neuralink.com/trials/Join the Neuralink team: https://neuralink.com/careers/Neura Pod is a series covering topics related to Neuralink, Inc. Topics such as brain-machine interfaces, brain injuries, and artificial intelligence will be explored. Host Ryan Tanaka synthesizes information, shares the latest updates, and conducts interviews to easily learn about Neuralink and its future.X: https://www.x.com/ryantanaka3/Support: https://www.patreon.com/neurapod/Opinions are my own. Neura Pod receives no compensation from Neuralink and has no formal affiliation to the company. Ryan Tanaka may have an equity stake in Tesla, Neuralink, or any of Elon Musk's companies.#Neuralink #ElonMusk #Tesla

Oct 1, 2025 • 2h 20min
Visiting Noland Arbaugh's Home - Neuralink's First Patient
Follow Noland on X: https://www.x.com/ModdedQuad/Neura Pod is a series covering topics related to Neuralink, Inc. Topics such as brain-machine interfaces, brain injuries, and artificial intelligence will be explored.Host Ryan Tanaka synthesizes information, shares the latest updates, and conducts interviews to easily learn about Neuralink and its future.X: https://www.x.com/ryantanaka3/Support: https://www.patreon.com/neurapod/Opinions are my own. Neura Pod receives no compensation from Neuralink and has no formal affiliation to the company. Ryan Tanaka may have an equity stake in Tesla, Neuralink, or any of Elon Musk's companies.#Neuralink #ElonMusk #Tesla


