Thinking On Paper: A Technology Podcast For Curious Minds

Welcome to the Thinking On Paper Book Club! This week we're reading Chapter 3 of Nexus, by Yuval Noah Harari and asking how stories shape societies and how documents transform them into systems of power and control. If you’ve ever wondered how storytelling, bureaucracy, and information networks influence the world, this discussion is for you. We start with the shift from narratives to lists, exploring how bureaucracies emerged to organize intersubjective realities. I then ask Jeremy to discuss the evolution of human collaboration, from oral traditions to written records, and how documentation has both enabled and limited societal progress. Are we hardwired for storytelling or bureaucracy? Is our dependence on documentation diminishing critical thinking? Topics range from Shakespeare’s timeless works to the complexities of modern AI and misinformation. With references to Alan Watts, Kafka, and even the biology of DNA, this is a rich discussion about the systems we create—and the power they wield over our lives. Are we shaping bureaucracy, or is it shaping us? Please enjoy the show -- Timestamps (00:00) Book Lovers (00:39) William Shakespeare (02:46) Nations Are Intersubjective Realities (04:31) Dreams, Songs And Fantasies (05:53) Writing As The Catalyst For Bureaucracy (07:34) Stories Are Intersubjective Realities (09:39) Computer Says No (11:21) Alan Watts And A Conversation With Myself (14:34) Are Humans Organised? (19:30) Movies About Bureaucracy (21:31) Emergent Systems (24:44) Non Human Information Gets To Jeremy (30:10) Disinformation Debunking -- Read more: www.thinkingonpaper.xyz -- #nexus #yuvalnoahharari #bookclub #ai

Is history repeating itself? DeFi (Decentralized Finance) is disrupting the financial world, offering tools that bypass traditional banking and empower users with blockchain and cryptocurrency innovations. But is it the solution we’ve been waiting for—or a hyper-complex system destined to repeat the past? In this episode of Thinking on Paper, Jeremy and Mark are joined by Kurapika, founder of Factor-Fi, to explore: How DeFi tools like liquidity pools, lending protocols, and smart contracts are reshaping finance. Why Bitcoin’s rise signals a shift away from outdated systems. How Factor-Fi bridges the gap between financial complexity and user accessibility with permissionless vaults and yield optimization. We’re unpacking the trust, innovation, and risks of decentralized systems while asking the big question: Can DeFi deliver on its promise of financial freedom, or will it fall into the same traps as traditional finance? Whether you’re a crypto enthusiast, a finance professional, or just DeFi-curious, this episode breaks down the essentials and explores what’s next for money in the blockchain era. ⚠️ Disclaimer: Nothing here is financial advice—this is for educational purposes only. Hit play, subscribe, and join us as we navigate the revolution shaping the future of finance. -- TIMESTAMPS (00:00 Disruptors And Curious Minds (01:11) Bitcoin Serendipity (02:29) The Complexity Of The Financial System (03:23) Kurapika From Factor-Fi (04:10) Is DeFi More Complex? (07:23) The Building Lego Of Decentralized Finance (07:54) Uniswap: Swap, Lend And Borrow (09:01) What Are Liquidity Pools? (14:25) The Risks Of Liquidity Pools (16:52) Stupid Finance Question (20:21) Undercollateralized Loans (23:57) Soulbound Tokens, ZK-Proofs And Truth (26:56) Creativity And Finance (29:36) The Language Of DeFi For Normies (33:12) Rage Against The Machine (36:00) Factor-Fi: More Yield On Your Assets (41:38) Blockchain Financial Security (47:06) AI, Crypto & Finance -- Watch more shows: www.thinkingonpaper.xyz -- #Bitcoin #Crypto #DeFi #Blockchain #Finance #AI #Factor #Cryptocurrency #FutureOfFinance #ThinkingOnPaper

Welcome to the Thinking On Paper Book Club. We're reading Chapter 2 of Yuval Noah Harari's Nexus, and it's all about how stories influence societies, build trust, and create shared realities. You'll learn how storytelling help humans organize, shape religions, nations, and corporations and our collective reality. From Stalin and Jesus to Coca-Cola and Bitcoin, Mark Fielding and Jeremy Gilbertson show you why these are nothing but stories and shared reality. You'll also learn how narratives drive trust among strangers and how you can use it to unify large groups. Guest Mustafa Quadri joins the conversation, adding fresh perspectives on the importance of stories in connecting people. We ask: - Are nations and corporations just shared myths? - Why do certain narratives become universally accepted? - How do stories influence behaviour and decision-making? 📘 Grab your copy of Nexus and share your thoughts in the comments. Please like, subscribe, and share. And enjoy the show. -- TIMESTAMPS (00:00) Disruptors and Curious Minds (01:55) Books And Your Thinking Space (02:25) Dust Jacket Vote (02:51) A Religious Disclaimer (03:34) Mustafa On Why We Need Books (07:53) Can We Get Yuval On The Show? (09:21) Sapiens, Nexus And The Power Of Story (12:00) The Last Supper (13:02) Stories Extend Biological Bonds (16:04) Lawyers, Guns & Money (18:41) Inter-subjective realities (22:13) Plato, The Nobile Lie and The 10 Commandments (28:23) Starting A Nation (34:25) Kung Fu Brotherhood (42:00) Good Stories (45:00) Do You Think Unhappiness Make You Susceptible To Story (50:26) Different Believers -- Watch Chapter 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9BhXeNQkbkY&ab_channel=WhereEmergingTechnologiesMeetHumanity -- Learn more at Thinking on Paper

In this episode, we get into the weeds of Martian, a novel AI routing platform designed to help developers select the most appropriate AI model—whether it’s Claude, OpenAI, or others—for specific tasks. With Martian’s innovative technology, developers can optimize AI model performance, ensuring that the best tools are used for the right job. We explore why AI routing is poised to become the next big thing in software development, how it parallels creative fields like football and quantum pathfinding, and why balancing productivity boosts with critical thinking remains crucial in the age of AI. All killer, no filler. Click subscribe and enjoy the show. -- Timestamps: (00:00) Disruptors and Curious minds (00:56) Thanksgiving For Silly English People (02:35) Gratitude And Marketing (03:24) Nexus, Yuval Book Club (04:17) Use The Best AI Model For The Best Task (06:07) Quantum, AI & Finding The Quickest Model Routers (07:39) Artistic Vision and football creativity (09:17) How Does Martian Choose The Right AI Model (11:04) Pele, Messi & Beckham (15:08) Martian AI For Developers (17:35) AI What Is Success (19:10) Critical Thinking Cannot Be Outsourced (22:10) Freewill And Writing (26:00) The Difference Between Data And Information -- Our favourite AI episodes: AI Agents:    • The 23-year Old Founder Quietly Makin...   AI Gaming:    • Hold On To Your Joypads! This Is What...   AI Driving:    • Humans Are Terrible Drivers (Why It's...   -- For show notes and past guests visit: Thinking on Paper. -- Follow Thinking On Paper: Instagram Support the show, Mint an NFT: https://pods.media/thinking-on-paper

It's Book Club, Live! Mark Fielding and Jeremy Gilbertson are reading Yuval Noah Harari’s Nexus, trying to understand and get their heads around information networks, power, truth, reality and AI in real time. What is humanity's relationship with information? What even is information? When is a pigeon really a dove? From ancient myths to AI, they explore how our networks of cooperation shape societies—for better or worse, according to Yuval and his book Nexus. The book club is live and unscripted. Mark and Jeremy won't necessarily agree with Harari's provocative ideas - and certainly can't articulate like the Yuval - but it will be entertaining, insightful and leave you with a few questions of your own. And if you feel like taking it further, chapter 2 will be live next Friday. Bring your book. Join the show. Please enjoy the show -- Timestamps TIMESTAMPS (00:00) - Welcome: Disruptors and Curious Minds, CEOs, Founders, and Book Lovers (00:50) - Revisiting Previous Books in the Thinking On Paper Book Club (01:08) - Exploring the Brief History of Information Networks (01:33) - Debate: Dust Jackets on Books - Yes or No? (02:40) - Insights from the Nexus Prologue (03:08) - Is Yuval Noah Harari’s Perspective Too Dramatic? (04:54) - The Naïve View of Information Explained (05:58) - The Growing Spectre of Artificial Intelligence (06:48) - Understanding Delusional Networks in Human History (10:03) - Exploring the Relationship Between Truth, Wisdom, and Power (13:52) - Yuval Noah Harari's Definition: What Is Information? (16:58) - The Story of Cher Ami: Information as the Transfer of a Story (17:36) - Most Information Does Not Represent Anything – What Does That Mean? (19:49) - Misinformation, Disinformation, and the Dove of Peace (21:37) - Why Truth Is Not the Same as Reality (28:00) - Music as a Medium of Information and Communication (29:26) - AI-Generated Art and the Importance of Micro Decisions (31:07) - Music, Silence, and the Information You Don't Say (34:57) - Information in the Context of Quantum Mechanics --

The AI revolution is here, but how do we ensure it’s safe and reliable? Meet Leonard Tang, the 23-year-old founder and CEO of Haize Labs, who’s tackling one of AI’s biggest challenges: building trust in the systems that are shaping our future. In this episode of Thinking on Paper, Leonard explains how Haize Labs is creating a "robustness and safety layer" for AI models like ChatGPT and Claude, exposing vulnerabilities and ensuring they behave predictably in real-world scenarios. Here’s what you’ll learn: How Haize Labs works with OpenAI, Anthropic, and others to test and strengthen AI systems. The hidden failure modes and risks that could jeopardize AI’s reliability. Why AI-specific codes of conduct are critical for industries like healthcare, finance, and education. Leonard’s vision for AI as a tool to merge cultures and align with human needs. Key Quotes from the Show: "We rigorously test AI to uncover vulnerabilities before deployment." "AI is a technology of language, and it will empower us to merge cultures." "Legacy industries underestimate AI, while Silicon Valley overhypes it." If you’re curious about how AI can be made safer, more mature, and tightly aligned with its use cases, this episode is a must-listen. Hit play, subscribe, and join us as we explore the critical intersection of safety, innovation, and the future of AI. -- TIMESTAMPS (00:00) - Disruptors and Curious Minds (01:07) - Our Sponsor: Conviction (01:50) - Introducing Leonard Tang: AI CEO and Founder (03:37) - The Importance of AI Safety: What’s at Stake in AI Development? (06:21) - Using Mathematics and Modeling to Understand Human Behaviour in AI (08:12) - Why Are Technologists So Often Musicians? (11:06) - Language, Culture, and AI (17:05) - Common Misconceptions About AI: What People Get Wrong (19:20) - The Dartmouth Conference: Birth of AI and Its Lasting Impact (19:55) - Claude and ChatGPT Pre-training: What Do The Models Go Through? (25:20) - An Alan Watts AI Model for Enhanced Understanding (28:33) - Claude vs ChatGPT: Comparing AI Models and Performance (31:44) - AI Jailbreak Detection (33:25) - How Dreamlike Images Enhance AI Safety and Trustworthiness (38:20) - Top-Down vs Bottom-Up AI Development: Approaches to Building Safer AI (42:55) - Protecting Artists, Intellectual Property, and Art in the Age of AI (48:20) - Developing an AI Code of Conduct for Ethical AI Usage (49:45) - A Message for Veteran AI Stars (52:35) - Restructuring Education for Critical Thinking in the Age of AI (54:16) - Book Club Live -- Quotes from the show: "We need to rigorously test AI models to discover all their vulnerabilities, failure modes, and gotchas before they get deployed in production." "AI is a technology of language, and inevitably, it will empower us to merge cultures." "We’re trying to get AI to be a little more mature, a little more sophisticated, and just more reliable." "What we’re interested in is enforcing an AI code of conduct for specific applications, making AI systems tightly aligned with the needs of their use cases." "People in legacy industries are underestimating AI’s potential, while Silicon Valley is often overhyping it." -- 🔗 More: Visit Haize Labs: ⁠⁠⁠https://haizelabs.com/⁠⁠⁠ Visit Thinking On Paper: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.thinkingonpaper.xyz/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In the final chapter of Michio Kaku's "Quantum Supremacy," hosts Mark Fielding and Jeremy Gilbertson explore how quantum computers could unlock the secrets of the universe. From simulating cosmic phenomena and tracking asteroids to achieving unlimited fusion energy, could quantum technology reshape humanity's future? We sure hope so. Join this rebellion against 15-minute book summaries. Please, enjoy the show. -- Timestamps (00:00) - Book Lovers (00:43) - Sun Worship (02:05) - Fusion Power (04:32) - Ease of Creating Stars (05:36) - Workings of a Tokamak Fusion Reactor (08:01) - Interdependent Complexities (10:41) - Astronomical Data Volumes (12:25) - Galileo's Sky Watching (15:38) - Quantum's Data Analysis Capabilities (17:17) - A Day in 2050 (19:40) - Quantum Puzzles Read the rest of the book with us on YouTube. ⁠⁠Will Quantum computers cure cancer⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Will scientists unlock nature⁠⁠ ⁠⁠The history of quantum computing⁠⁠ -- For show notes and past guests, visit: ⁠⁠Thinking on Paper⁠⁠ -- Follow Thinking On Paper: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Twitter⁠

Toonstar founders John Attanasio and Louisa Huang are challenging Hollywood's animation giants with AI technology that cuts production time by 80% and costs by 90%. Their innovative platform, which produced hits like Steven And Parker and "The Gimmicks" with Mila Kunis, combines AI efficiency with human creativity while using blockchain to let fans shape storylines and characters. Join your Thinking On Paper Technology hosts Mark Fielding and Jeremy Gilbertson as they explore how Toonstar is reinventing animation for the social media age, testing concepts on TikTok and YouTube to create more engaging content. Please Enjoy the show. -- Timestamps TIMESTAMPS (00:00) Disruptors And Curious Minds (00:54) Why Beavis & Butthead Changed Animation For Mark (02:18) AI Animation Technology Explained (02:45) Disney & Warner Bros Executives on AI (04:21) Future of Animated TV Shows (05:03) Traditional Animation Process Explained (08:52) Creating Animated Characters in 2024 (10:49) Can AI Write Stories? (12:47) AI Animation Tools and Software (14:15) Toonstar Animation Technology (17:46) Animation Production Costs Today (19:26) Mila Kunis Web3 Animation Project The Gimmicks (23:00) Beyond Hollywood: How to Fund Animation Projects (24:35) Musicly (27:12) Steven & Parker: Making Viral Animated Content -- -- Other AI Episodes AI, Crypto And Gaming Collide Watch On YouTube. ⁠⁠Will Quantum computers cure cancer⁠⁠ ⁠ -- For show notes and past guests, visit: ⁠⁠Thinking on Paper⁠⁠ -- Follow Thinking On Paper: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠  

Your hosts Mark Fielding and Jeremy Gilbertson read Michio Kaku's "Quantum Supremacy" to understand how quantum computing could supercharge AI's capabilities in ways that make current technology look primitive. From revolutionizing disease treatment to predicting climate patterns, these combined forces might answer humanity's greatest challenges. Join this unconventional book club as Mark argues that "quantum is the muscle that makes AI much more useful," while debating whether we can control these powerful technologies or if they'll end up controlling us. Please enjoy the book club. -- TIMESTAMPS (00:00) Welcome, Disruptors and Curious Minds: Introduction to Quantum Supremacy and AI (01:08) The Question of Machine Intelligence: Can Machines Think? (02:03) Marvin Minsky & the Dartmouth Conference: The Origins of Artificial Intelligence (03:46) Quantum Computing as the Muscle Behind AI’s Power (05:21) Quantum and AI: Sifting Through Data at Light Speed (09:47) Quantum Computing and the Science of Aging (10:54) Telomeres and Cellular Aging: Can Quantum Help? (12:03) Caloric Restriction and Longevity: Insights from Quantum Science (14:24) Quantum Computing’s Role in Molecular-Level Understanding (15:38) Climate Change and Quantum Computing: The Future of Environmental Science (17:50) Combatting Climate Change with Quantum and AI: Innovative Solutions -- Read the rest of the book with us on YouTube. ⁠Will Quantum computers cure cancer⁠ ⁠Will scientists unlock nature⁠ ⁠The history of quantum computing⁠ -- For show notes and past guests, visit: ⁠Thinking on Paper⁠ -- Follow Thinking On Paper: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠  

IBM's Lory Thorpe warns that quantum computers could soon crack the encryption protecting our banks, health records, and personal data, enabling "harvest now, decrypt later" attacks that threaten global security. Through IBM's collaboration with NIST and major institutions, she's racing to develop quantum-resistant algorithms before current encryption systems become obsolete. Join hosts Mark Fielding and Jeremy Gilbertson to explore how organizations and individuals can prepare for this looming cryptographic crisis, featuring insights from Apple's quantum-safe iMessage initiative.Please enjoy the show. --TIMESTAMPS(00:00) Intro: Disruptors and Curious Minds(02:30) Meet Lory Thorpe of IBM Quantum(03:21) Lory’s Journey: From Telecom to Quantum Security(07:01) Why Healthcare Needs Post-Quantum Protection(09:41) "Harvest Now, Decrypt Later": The Quantum Data Risk(12:00) IBM’s Work with Governments and Regulators(16:30) Cryptography 101: What You Need to Know(18:47) The Cost of Quantum and the Threat to Today’s Encryption(21:20) IBM & NIST: Setting Quantum Standards Together(22:08) Inside the 3 Quantum-Resistant Algorithms(25:17) Apple Adopts Post-Quantum Encryption in iMessage(25:52) Crypto Agility Explained: A Key to Future-Proof Security(29:54) The RSA Encryption Debate: Is the Quantum Threat Overblown?(38:45) Thought Experiment: November 1st, 2031 – The Quantum Deadline(42:51) Where Cryptography Touches Everyday Life(46:57) How AI and Quantum Shape IBM’s Strategy(52:35) Carryover Question for Next Episode--Follow Thinking On Paper:Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/thinkonpaperpod⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/thinkingonpaperpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/@thinkingonpaper/videos⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/company/thinkingonpaper⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠--Past guests on The Thinking On Paper Show include: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ciaran Murray⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (web3 for journalists), ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Torrey Smith⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Robotics For Medicine), ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jason Lynch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Quantum Computing), ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Joe Fitzsimons⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Quantum Computing), ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dana Sydorenko⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Gaming), ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Don Norman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Humanity Centered Design), ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mercina Tillerman Perez⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Circle & Crypto), ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tyler Adams⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Blockchain), ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Todd Haselhorst ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(Blockchain for Logistics), ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vince Yang⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (ZK Proofs)