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Moonshots with Peter Diamandis

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Jul 6, 2023 • 1h 30min

How AI Is Helping Solve Extinction w/ Ben Lamm | EP #53

In this episode, Peter and Ben discuss the possibility of bringing extinct species back to life through Ben’s startup, Colossal.  02:05 | De Extinction: Unveiling Our Future 21:10 | Gene-Swapping for Species Survival 59:32 | The Return of Extinct Species Ben Lamm is a renowned entrepreneur and visionary in technology and AI. With successful startups like Chaotic Moon Studios and Conversable, he has made significant contributions to the industry. As the founder of Hypergiant Industries and Colossal, a venture capital-backed startup focused on genetic engineering and reproductive technology in support of George Church's de-extinction efforts, Lamm continues to push the boundaries of innovation, focusing on AI solutions and genetic engineering. Learn about Colossal. _____________ I only endorse products and services I personally use. To see what they are,  please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:  Experience the future of sleep with Eight Sleep. Visit https://www.eightsleep.com/moonshots/ to save $150 on the Pod Cover.  _____________ I send weekly emails with the latest insights and trends on today’s and tomorrow’s exponential technologies. Stay ahead of the curve, and sign up now:  Tech Blog _____________ Connect With Peter: Twitter Instagram Youtube Moonshots and Mindsets
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Jun 29, 2023 • 32min

Why AI Matters w/ Emad Mostaque | EP #52

In this episode, Peter and Emad discuss the AI revolution, Stability AI as a key player, and how AI and humanity will intertwine.   11:03 | Technology Transforming Creativity 17:01 | Revolutionize Education Through Innovation 23:08 | AI for All: A Human Right Emad Mostaque is the CEO and Co-Founder of Stability AI, a company funding the development of open-source music- and image-generating systems such as Dance Diffusion and Stable Diffusion. Check out Stability AI’s latest release: SDXL 0.9 _____________ I send weekly emails with the latest insights and trends on today’s and tomorrow’s exponential technologies. Stay ahead of the curve, and sign up now:  Tech Blog _____________ Connect With Peter: Twitter Instagram Youtube Moonshots and Mindsets
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Jun 22, 2023 • 1h 43min

AI Expert's Urgent Wake-Up Call : Unveiling the Silent Threat w/ Mo Gawdat | EP #51

In this episode, Peter and Mo discuss the imminent question we’ve all been asking: do we need to save humanity from AI? Are we in danger? 07:11 | A World Aware of AI Dangers 22:56 | The AI Debate: Real Danger? 1:24:33 | Governing Artificial Intelligence Mo Gawdat is a renowned entrepreneur, author, and advocate for happiness and well-being. With a background in engineering and technology, Gawdat has dedicated his career to exploring the intersection of happiness and human potential. As the former Chief Business Officer at Google [X], he played a pivotal role in developing moonshot projects aimed at solving some of the world's biggest challenges. Gawdat's insightful and transformative book, "Solve for Happy," has inspired countless individuals to reframe their perspectives and find joy in life's most challenging moments. Read Mo’s best-selling books.  _____________ I only endorse products and services I personally use. To see what they are,  please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:  Experience the future of sleep with Eight Sleep. Visit https://www.eightsleep.com/moonshots/ to save $150 on the Pod Cover.  _____________ I send weekly emails with the latest insights and trends on today’s and tomorrow’s exponential technologies. Stay ahead of the curve, and sign up now:  Tech Blog _____________ Connect With Peter: Twitter Instagram Youtube Moonshots and Mindsets
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Jun 20, 2023 • 1h 47min

Oculus Founder On Apple Vision Pro w/ Palmer Luckey | EP #50

In this episode, Peter and Palmer discuss Apple’s Vision Pro, How it will change the future of VR headsets, and Facebook’s response to Apple.  08:32 | The Power of Virtual Reality 32:44 | Innovative User Interfacing 35:26 | Is Facebook's Push On VR Premature? Palmer Luckey is a visionary entrepreneur and inventor known for his groundbreaking contributions to the virtual reality industry. As the founder of Oculus VR, Luckey revolutionized the way we experience immersive digital worlds with the development of the Oculus Rift, a pioneering virtual reality headset. With a passion for pushing technological boundaries, Luckey's innovative spirit continues to shape the future of virtual reality and its applications across various industries.  Check out Apple Vision Pro Visit Anduril's Website  Support the Wildfire XPRIZE  _____________ I only endorse products and services I personally use. To see what they are,  please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:  Experience the future of sleep with Eight Sleep. Visit https://www.eightsleep.com/moonshots/ to save $150 on the Pod Cover.  Levels: Real-time feedback on how diet impacts your health. levels.link/peter  _____________ I send weekly emails with the latest insights and trends on today’s and tomorrow’s exponential technologies. Stay ahead of the curve, and sign up now:  Tech Blog _____________ Connect With Peter: Twitter Instagram Youtube Moonshots and Mindsets
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Jun 17, 2023 • 30min

AI's Moral Dilemma: Are We Building Our Own Nightmare? w/ Dr. Rana el Kaliouby | EP #49

In this episode, Peter and Dr. Rana discuss the correlation between empathy and artificial intelligence, including the ethical implications of AI within emotion recognition.   02:18 | Human Connection and AI: How Can We Leverage Empathy? 09:54 | Ethical AI: An Urgent Discussion 13:47 | What Does AI Mean for Human Relations? Dr. Rana el Kaliouby is a renowned scientist and entrepreneur in the field of artificial emotional intelligence. As the co-founder and CEO of Affectiva, she has revolutionized human-computer interaction by developing innovative technology that enables machines to understand and respond to human emotions. Driven by a passion for diversity and inclusion, she advocates for the responsible use of AI and continues to shape the future of technology with her pioneering work. Learn more about Affectiva.  _____________ I only endorse products and services I personally use. To see what they are,  please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:  Experience the future of sleep with Eight Sleep. Visit https://www.eightsleep.com/moonshots/ to save $150 on the Pod Cover.  _____________ I send weekly emails with the latest insights and trends on today’s and tomorrow’s exponential technologies. Stay ahead of the curve, and sign up now:  Tech Blog _____________ Connect With Peter: Twitter Instagram Youtube Moonshots and Mindsets
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Jun 8, 2023 • 1h 47min

The Realistic Future of AI w/ Brian Keating

In this episode, Peter and Brian discuss asteroids, multiverses, and how AI will impact the universe.  Brian Keating is a renowned astrophysicist, cosmologist, inventor, and author. He is a professor at the University of California, San Diego and director of the Arthur C. Clarke Center for the Human Imagination. Keating's groundbreaking research on cosmic microwave background radiation has earned him prestigious awards, and his book "Losing the Nobel Prize" has received critical acclaim.  Subscribe to his Youtube Channel. Follow  Brian’s Podcast, INTO THE IMPOSSIBLE, on Apple devices  https://apple.co/39UaHlB, Spotify spoti.fi/3vpfXok, Audible it’s here: adbl.co/3MeLPTj or,  briankeating.com/podcast _____________ I only endorse products and services I personally use. To see what they are,  please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:  Levels: Real-time feedback on how diet impacts your health. levels.link/peter _____________ I send weekly emails with the latest insights and trends on today’s and tomorrow’s exponential technologies. Stay ahead of the curve, and sign up now:  Tech Blog _____________ Connect With Peter: Twitter Instagram Youtube Moonshots and Mindsets
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Jun 1, 2023 • 35min

The Successful Entrepreneur Formula w/ Salim Ismail | EP #47

In this episode, Peter and Salim take a deep dive into Exponential Organizations and how experimentation can help exponentially build a business.  You will learn about: 02:52 | The New School Is Surpassing The Old School. 18:50 | Trial & Error Will Give You The Data Necessary To Grow.   29:09 | The Pillars Of Exponential Experimentation. Salim Ismail is a sought-after strategist and a renowned technology entrepreneur who built and sold his company to Google. He’s been featured in the most prominent publications such as NYT, Forbes, Fortune, and Bloomberg and has led lectures at the world’s greatest companies and about the future of Tech. Currently, he’s the founder and chairman of ExO Works and OpenExO. I'm launching a new book with Salim Ismail called Exponential Organizations 2.0. Our launch event is on June 6th. It's a 3-hour workshop covering practical strategies for achieving exponential growth in your business. Join the launch event here.  _____________ I only endorse products and services I personally use. To see what they are,  please support this podcast by checking out our sponsor(s):  Levels: Real-time feedback on how diet impacts your health. levels.link/peter _____________ I send weekly emails with the latest insights and trends on today’s and tomorrow’s exponential technologies. Stay ahead of the curve, and sign up now:  Tech Blog _____________ Connect With Peter: Twitter Instagram Youtube Moonshots and Mindsets
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May 31, 2023 • 50min

How AI Will Change Business Forever w/ Salim Ismail | EP #46

In this episode, Peter and Salim take a deep dive into Exponential Organizations and how to harness the power of AI to your advantage within your business.  Salim Ismail is a sought-after strategist and a renowned technology entrepreneur who built and sold his company to Google. He’s been featured in the most prominent publications such as NYT, Forbes, Fortune, and Bloomberg and has led lectures at the world’s greatest companies and about the future of Tech. Currently, he’s the founder and chairman of ExO Works and OpenExO. _____________ I'm launching a new book with Salim Ismail called Exponential Organizations 2.0. Our launch event is on June 6th. It's a 3-hour workshop covering practical strategies for achieving exponential growth in your business. Join the launch event here.  I send weekly emails with the latest insights and trends on today’s and tomorrow’s exponential technologies. Stay ahead of the curve, and sign up now:  Tech Blog _____________ Connect With Peter: Twitter Instagram Youtube Moonshots and Mindsets
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May 26, 2023 • 46min

Success Guaranteed: What All Ultra Successful Founders (or Companies) Have in Common w/ Salim Ismail | EP #45

In this episode, Peter and Salim take a deep dive into Exponential Organizations and the driving force behind them: a Massive Transformative Purpose.  You will learn about: 13:26 | Why Does MTP Matter? 30:03 | A Change Is Coming, Will You Be Ready?  35:17 | Don't Just Aim For The 10% Go For The Full Potential Of Your Moonshot Salim Ismail is a sought-after strategist and a renowned technology entrepreneur who built and sold his company to Google. He’s been featured in the most prominent publications such as NYT, Forbes, Fortune, and Bloomberg and has led lectures at the world’s greatest companies and about the future of Tech. Currently, he’s the founder and chairman of ExO Works and OpenExO. I'm launching a new book with Salim Ismail called Exponential Organizations 2.0. Our launch event is on June 6th. It's a 3-hour workshop covering practical strategies for achieving exponential growth in your business. Join the launch event here.  _____________ I only endorse products and services I personally use. To see what they are,  please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:  I use AG1 literally every day. Build a foundation for better health with Athletic Green’s AG1. Try it today.  For a limited time, House of Macadamias is offering listeners a free box of their best-seller, Chocolate Dipped Macadamia Nuts (worth $35) with your purchase at houseofmacadamias.com/peter + 20% your whole order with code Peter20. _____________ I send weekly emails with the latest insights and trends on today’s and tomorrow’s exponential technologies. Stay ahead of the curve, and sign up now:  Tech Blog _____________ Connect With Peter: Twitter Instagram Youtube Moonshots and Mindsets
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May 18, 2023 • 34min

10x Your Business: Why Transitioning From Linear to Exponential is Crucial w/ Salim Ismail | EP#44

In this episode, Peter and Salim take a deep dive into Exponential Organizations, what they are, and why Exponential growth is critical for any business.  You will learn about: 00:54 | If You're Not Building Fast, You're Never Going To Make it 16:20 | Technology Simply Isn't Slowing Down, So Start Keeping Up.  26:26 | Chat GTP Will Be A Thing Of The Past Soon Enough Salim Ismail is a sought-after strategist and a renowned technology entrepreneur who built and sold his company to Google. He’s been featured in the most prominent publications such as NYT, Forbes, Fortune, and Bloomberg and has led lectures at the world’s greatest companies and about the future of Tech. Currently, he’s the founder and chairman of ExO Works and OpenExO. I'm launching a new book with Salim Ismail called Exponential Organizations 2.0. Our launch event is on June 6th. It's a 3-hour workshop covering practical strategies for achieving exponential growth in your business. Join the launch event here.  _____________ I only endorse products and services I personally use. To see what they are,  please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:  For a limited time, House of Macadamias is offering listeners a free box of their best-seller, Chocolate Dipped Macadamia Nuts (worth $35) with your purchase at houseofmacadamias.com/peter + 20% your whole order with code Peter20. Levels: Real-time feedback on how diet impacts your health. levels.link/peter  _____________ I send weekly emails with the latest insights and trends on today’s and tomorrow’s exponential technologies. Stay ahead of the curve, and sign up now:  Tech Blog _____________ Connect With Peter: Twitter Instagram Youtube Moonshots and Mindsets

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