OpenAI Podcast

Kevin Weil, Head of OpenAI for Science, and Alex Lupsasca, an OpenAI research scientist and physicist, explore how GPT-5 accelerates scientific discovery. They discuss its role in literature searches and solving complex physics problems like black hole symmetries. The duo emphasizes GPT-5’s capacity to connect diverse research topics and its application in fusion experiments. They predict significant advancements in science over the next five years, while advising researchers to embrace AI as a collaborator for innovative explorations.

How will the internet feel when your browser can actually help do things for you? OpenAI’s Ben Goodger and Darin Fisher, whose past work shaped some of the most popular modern browsers, dive into the making of ChatGPT Atlas. They explore how AI changes what a browser can be, from tabs you can talk to, to agents that take over tedious tasks. Learn more about the decisions they made along the way and what’s coming next.- 00:00:45 What is Atlas?- 00:03:34 The state of browsers and AI on the web- 00:13:55 Under the hood: why browsers are hard (OWL, rendering)- 00:22:00 Building with AI: Codex, cross-language, Swift on Windows- 00:33:39 Search in Atlas: one box plus model response- 00:41:28 Favorite features: scrolling tabs and tab search- 00:45:23 Side Chat in action: summarize, shop, build forms- 00:46:59 Real-world wins with Agent (cloud bill, medical results)- 00:52:45 Why Chromium? Compatibility and extensions- 01:07:57 Five-year vision: an agentic web and reduced toil- 01:13:11 Power tips and closing remarksLearn more about OWLhttps://openai.com/index/building-chatgpt-atlas/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam Altman and Greg Brockman from OpenAI sit down with Broadcom’s Hock Tan and Charlie Kawwas to discuss their new partnership—and what it means for the future of AI. From custom silicon to global-scale infrastructure, they share how compute innovation is shaping the road to AGI. 00:00 Announcing the partnership03:06 The scale of AI infrastructure06:03 Collaboration and innovation in chip design08:49 Historical context and future vision12:10 Role of compute in AI development15:01 Optimizing for specific workloads18:02 Journey towards AGI21:00 Future of AI and compute capacity23:50 Wrap-up and future projects Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The OpenAI Podcast is live for the first time. Host Andrew Mayne sits down with startups Cursor, Abridge, SchoolAI, and Jam.dev—each reimagining how AI can transform their industries. From healthcare and education to coding and collaboration, we explore how these builders are putting AI to work in the real world.00:23 Caleb Hicks (SchoolAI)14:14 Dani Grant (Jam.dev)26:20 Zach Lipton (Abridge)44:38 Lee Robinson (Cursor) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Greg Brockman, co-founder and president of OpenAI, and Thibault Sottiaux, Codex engineering lead at OpenAI, discuss the evolution of coding with AI. They dive into the journey from GPT-3 to the powerful GPT-5 Codex, exploring its capabilities in complex refactoring and coding assistance. The duo reveals insights on building AI harnesses, breakthroughs in code review, and the transformative potential of agentic coding. They also touch on the future landscape of AI in software development and the implications for learning to code in an automated world.

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.