OpenAI Podcast

How close are we to automating scientific discovery? What do AI competition wins really tell us about progress toward AGI? OpenAI Chief Scientist Jakub Pachocki and researcher Szymon Sidor share inside stories—from gold medals at the International Math Olympiad to surprising leaps in reasoning—that reveal where AI is headed next.1:20 – From high school in Poland to AI research leaders4:50 – Explaining AGI: technical and everyday perspectives6:30 – Automating scientific discovery with AI7:50 – Breakthroughs in medicine, AI safety, and alignment10:30 – Today is a decade in the making14:30 – Benchmark saturation and its limits16:50 – Why math competitions matter for AI18:15 – How models reason without tools21:45 – Recognizing when a model can’t solve a problem23:30 – Storytime: AtCoder competition in Japan26:50 – How reasoning breakthroughs really happen28:55 – What’s next for scaling and long-horizon reasoning30:30 – What AGI will look and feel like36:25 – Balancing trust and personal value34:00 – Advice to high school students in 2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AI is redefining how we learn — from personalized tutoring to entirely new teaching models. OpenAI’s Head of Education, Leah Belsky, joins host Andrew Mayne to discuss what this shift means for students, educators, and society. Special guests include college students Yabsera and Alaap, who share their perspectives on learning in the AI era.00:22 – Leah’s path to OpenAI & the moonshot01:40 – ChatGPT as a global learning platform—countries lean in03:50 – Universities: equal access, trust, and adoption05:12 – From AI detectors to better policy and practice06:50 – Study Mode explained09:51 – AI as a tutor that builds confidence11:35 – Workforce skills graduates need14:15 – The great brain rot debate18:00 – A personal learning anecdote19:30 – Meet the students21:30 – First experiences with AI25:25 – How professors are adapting29:28 – Trying Study Mode33:20 – ChatGPT vs. social media41:43 – Cheating, challenges, and advice for students49:24 – The future of learning with AI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brad Lightcap, COO of OpenAI, and Ronnie Chatterji, Chief Economist, dive into the rapid evolution of AI and its profound impact on the economy. They explore how AI can supercharge small businesses and enhance productivity across sectors. The discussion touches on the importance of emotional intelligence in an AI-driven world and the necessity of adapting education to prepare future workers. They also examine AI's transformative potential in emerging markets, highlighting how it can democratize access to services and create new job opportunities.

Nick Turley, Head of ChatGPT at OpenAI, and Mark Chen, Chief Research Officer at OpenAI, explore the surprising success of ChatGPT and its implications. They discuss the evolution of AI system reasoning, the challenges faced before launch, and the balance between usefulness and neutrality. The duo also delves into advancements in AI coding and image generation, emphasizing curiosity and adaptability as essential skills. Cultural shifts in AI safety and the future of personalized user experiences are highlighted, showcasing OpenAI's innovative approach.

In this engaging discussion, Sam Altman, CEO and co-founder of OpenAI, shares insights on the transformative future of AI. He delves into the evolution from GPT-4 to GPT-5 and the implications for education and productivity. Altman raises vital concerns about user privacy amid rapid advancements in AI. He also explores the significance of international collaborations in AI development and highlights the potential of AI in drug discovery. Plus, there's talk of Project Stargate and how AI could revolutionize data analysis and scientific discovery.

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