Recently, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was ousted and then reinstated in a matter of days. No explanation has been made public, which is unsettling considering just how quickly OpenAI, ChatGPT, and DALL·E have become household names. What's actually happening behind closed doors at OpenAI? Adam is joined by tech journalist Karen Hao to discuss the history of this massively influential company, how they've struggled with the identity of being a non-profit, and how the future of AI is ultimately at the mercy of the capitalist forces that drive it.SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/adamconoverSEE ADAM ON TOUR: https://www.adamconover.net/tourdates/SUBSCRIBE to and RATE Factually! on:» Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/factually-with-adam-conover/id1463460577» Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0fK8WJw4ffMc2NWydBlDyJAbout Headgum: Headgum is an LA & NY-based podcast network creating premium podcasts with the funniest, most engaging voices in comedy to achieve one goal: Making our audience and ourselves laugh. Listen to our shows at https://www.headgum.com.» SUBSCRIBE to Headgum: https://www.youtube.com/c/HeadGum?sub_confirmation=1» FOLLOW us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/headgum» FOLLOW us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/headgum/» FOLLOW us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@headgum» Advertise on Factually! via Gumball.fmSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Adam Conover speaks with Dr. Nabarun Dasgupta about the complex history of fentanyl and the opioid crisis. They discuss the misconceptions surrounding the epidemic, challenges of addiction, regional differences in fentanyl contamination, and the power of consumer pushback. Also explored are the historical connections and cultural significance of drugs, as well as successful interventions in reducing overdose death rates.

Dr. Kit Heyam, an expert in the history of gender, discusses the misconceptions around the surge of young people identifying as trans. They explore gender expressions throughout history, from Samoa's four genders to India's hijras. The importance of understanding gender beyond the Western construct is emphasized, as well as the emotional significance of representation in history. The complex relationships among gender, societal roles, and colonization are explored, highlighting the need for diverse narratives and the agency of individuals. The podcast also delves into the challenges of writing about colonized cultures and criticizes the binary understanding of biological sex.

Adam Conover is joined by Taylor Lorenz, an internet expert and author of "Extremely Online: The Untold Story of Fame, Influence, and Power on the Internet," to discuss the evolution of social media, the impact on journalism, the exploitation and inequality of creators, and the challenges of creative labor on social media platforms.

In this episode, Adam Conover speaks with Ashley Shew, author of "Against Technoableism," about the misconceptions and challenges surrounding technology and disability. They discuss how technology should impact the lives of disabled individuals and the tendency to view disability as a problem to be solved. The conversation also explores the definition of disability, the importance of inclusive measures, and the limitations of technology in improving the lives of disabled individuals.

Adam Conover discusses the cultural shifts in philanthropy with Amy Schiller, author of 'The Price of Humanity: How Philanthropy Went Wrong—And How to Fix It.' They explore the pitfalls of utilitarian philanthropy, the connection between effective altruism and neoliberalism, and the rise and fall of the movement. They also highlight Mackenzie Scott's transformative philanthropy and discuss challenges and solutions for fixing philanthropy.

Naomi Klein, an award-winning author, joins Adam Conover to discuss the appeal of conspiracy theories. They delve into topics such as doppelgangers and identity confusion, conspiracy influencers, the pressure to post on social media, and the power of control. They also touch on gun control, helping loved ones out of conspiracy theories, and the negative perception of Bill Gates.

The guest on this podcast is Corey Robin, a Professor of Political Science at Brooklyn College. They discuss the importance of understanding the right, dispelling misconceptions about them, and exploring the historical context of the right-wing movement. They also touch on topics such as the impact of election interference, analyzing the political views of Clarence Thomas, and signs of change in politics beyond the traditional red and blue divide.

Dr. Kelly and Zach Weinersmith, authors of A City on Mars, discuss the practicalities and challenges of becoming a space-faring species, the risks of having babies in space, the arguments for space colonization, the importance of space safety, the concept of ownership in space, the management of international commons, and the unrealistic promises of settling Mars.

Lina Khan, FTC Chair, discusses the New Brandeis movement, antitrust enforcement, prioritizing cases in digital markets, AI technologies, challenges with cable companies, eliminating non-compete clauses, and the power of public engagement.