Crazy Wisdom
Stewart Alsop
In his series "Crazy Wisdom," Stewart Alsop explores cutting-edge topics, particularly in the realm of technology, such as Urbit and artificial intelligence. Alsop embarks on a quest for meaning, engaging with others to expand his own understanding of reality and that of his audience. The topics covered in "Crazy Wisdom" are diverse, ranging from emerging technologies to spirituality, philosophy, and general life experiences. Alsop's unique approach aims to make connections between seemingly unrelated subjects, tying together ideas in unconventional ways.
Episodes
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Jun 28, 2019 • 1h 1min
David E. Weekly: CEO and Cofounder of Medcorder
I sit down with David Weekly who has a long history of operating experience in Silicon Valley and his new startup Medcorder is very interesting. I think you will like this episode!
Jun 24, 2019 • 47min
Laura Behrens Wu - CEO & Cofounder of Shippo
We talk about our thoughts on a book called Exhalation by Ted Chiang which goes into the influence of technology on our lives. I highly recommend this episode, the book, and finding out more about Shippo if you need help shipping.
Jun 21, 2019 • 1h 2min
Allen Saakyan - Host of Simulation Series
This is a special dual interview that I did with Allen Saakyan, the host of the Simulation Series which you can find on Youtube.
Jun 17, 2019 • 1h 4min
Safi Bahcall - The stress of firing a loonshot!
Safi is the author of a book I highly recommend you check out which talks about innovations in organizations. Usually, I don't interview authors with newly released books because that's a podcast trap, but making the exception with Safi because this book is a must-read.
Jun 14, 2019 • 58min
Charlie Pinto - The Art of Becoming
I sat down with Charlie Pinto and have a conversation about how to become a whole person not the fractured selves we often find ourselves thinking we are.
Jun 10, 2019 • 57min
Yoni: Founder of Podcast Notes - Taking notes on the best podcasts
Really enjoyed sitting down with Yoni, the founder of podcast notes and getting his wisdom about the world of podcasting and how he started it. So interesting!
Jun 7, 2019 • 48min
Peter McCormack - The Stress of Running a Bitcoin Podcast
I talked with Peter McCormack about the stress of running his popular "What Bitcoin Did" podcast.
Jun 3, 2019 • 51min
Brett J Fox - Lessons from a True Operator
I really enjoyed this interview with Brett Fox because he is an operator through and through and speaks the truth from his decades of experience building business from the ground up and being a fixer who comes in and fixes businesses that need fixing.
May 31, 2019 • 51min
Marc Bitanga - What is marketing and how does it work?
I sit down with Marc Bitanga, the host of the Growing Pains podcast, and talk to him about the first principles of marketing and how he views the relationship between stress and creativity.
May 27, 2019 • 58min
Sahil Lavingia - CEO of Gumroad: What happens when you move from SF to Provo, Utah?
Sahil is really sharp and definitely has his head on straight. He has a lot of wisdom to share here about painting, life, and startups.
