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Moonshots with Peter Diamandis

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May 15, 2023 • 14min

A Meditation About the Future | Bonus Episode

In this bonus episode, Peter takes us through a journey of Abundance. A meditation about the future ensues, showing us everything that could come from the exponential technologies we’re witnessing today. You will learn about: 01:18 | What Life Was Like in 1923 05:16 | Creating a Hopeful, Compelling, and Abundant Future  Peter Diamandis is a visionary entrepreneur, futurist, and philanthropist known for his groundbreaking work in space exploration, innovation, and exponential technologies. As the co-founder of the XPRIZE Foundation and executive chairman of Singularity University, he has revolutionized the way we think about incentivized competitions and the power of emerging technologies. >Become a part of my community. Learn about my executive summit, A360. >Join me on a 5-Star Platinum Longevity Trip at Abundance Platinum.  _____________ 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 11, 2023 • 1h 16min

Stopping Police Shootings with Revolutionary Tech w/ Rick Smith | EP #43

In this episode, Peter and Rick discuss Rick’s Moonshot of cutting gun-related deaths between police and the public by 50% in 10 years and his company, Axon.  You will learn about: 05:35 | The Story That Began Axon's Journey. 22:47 | Creating A Weapon That Police Want To Choose Over A Firearm.  56:22 | Are Tasers & Electricity Really The Best Non-Lethal Options? Rick Smith, CEO of Axon Enterprise, founded the company in 1993 with a mission to protect life and render bullets obsolete. His dedication to public safety has led Axon to pioneer TASER energy weapons, revolutionize the body camera industry, and develop the world's leading digital evidence management platform.   > Learn about Axon.  > Learn about his Moonshot.  _____________ I only endorse products and services I personally use. To see what they are,  please support this podcast by checking out our sponsor:  I use AG1 literally every day. Build a foundation for better health with Athletic Green’s AG1. Try it today.  If you want to try House of Macadamia products for yourself, you can get 20% off your first order by using the code PETER20 at checkout.  Just go to houseofmacadamias.com/peter and enter the code PETER20 at checkout.  _____________ 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 4, 2023 • 1h 39min

EP#42 What It’s Really Like to Live in Space w/ Anousheh Ansari

In this episode, Peter and Anousheh discuss her journey to space, advice for women entrepreneurs, and Anousheh’s path to leadership at XPRIZE.  You will learn about: 17:32 | How Do You Go From Telecommunications To Flying Into Space? 57:21 | Advice for Women Leaders: Break the Mold 1:24:11 |Why Are The World's Billionaires So Scared To Innovate? Anousheh Ansari is the CEO of the XPRIZE Foundation. Ansari, along with her family, sponsored the organization’s first competition, the Ansari XPRIZE, a $10 million competition that ignited a new era for commercial spaceflight. She captured headlines around the world when she embarked upon an 11-day space expedition, accomplishing her childhood dream of becoming the first female private space explorer, first astronaut of Iranian descent, first Muslim woman in space, and fourth private explorer to visit space. > Learn about XPRIZE.  _____________ I only endorse products and services I personally use. To see what they are,  please support this podcast by checking out our sponsor:  Use my code MOONSHOTS for 25% off your first month's supply of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic: seed.com/moonshots If you want to try House of Macadamia products for yourself, you can get 20% off your first order by using the code PETER20 at checkout.  Just go to houseofmacadamias.com/peter and enter the code PETER20 at checkout. As my listener, you'll be getting a complimentary Extra Virgin Macadamia Oil with your order. _____________ 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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Apr 27, 2023 • 33min

EP #41 Why You're Not Leading a Healthy Life w/ Dr. Doris Taylor & Dr. Mark Hyman (Q&A)

In this Q&A session during this year’s Abundance360 summit, Dr. Doris Taylor & Dr. Mark Hyman discuss the Ghost Heart, Do’s and Don’ts for a healthy lifestyle, and the profitability of a healthier society.  You will learn about: 02:56 | $300 Million & Only 5 Years. Can We Solve Heart Disease? 18:58 | Could A Healthier Society Still Turn A Profit For Healthcare Providers?  28:35 | How Do We Teach The Next Generation That Sugar Is Poison? Doris A. Taylor, Ph.D. is an innovator, scientist, and entrepreneur in regenerative medicine. She is the founder of multiple companies, including Organamet Bio, which aims to bioengineer personalized replacement hearts on demand.  Dr. Mark Hyman is a leader in functional medicine and nutrition. He has devoted his life to helping others discover optimal health and address the root causes of chronic diseases. Hyman is Founder of The UltraWellness Center, Senior Advisor for the Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine, a New York Times bestselling author, and Board President for Clinical Affairs for The Institute for Functional Medicine. > Learn about Organamet Bio. > Read Dr. Hyman’s new book.  _____________ I only endorse products and services I personally use. To see what they are,  please support this podcast by checking out our sponsor:  I use AG1 literally every day. Build a foundation for better health with Athletic Green’s AG1. Try it today.  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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Apr 27, 2023 • 31min

EP #40 No More Waiting on Heart Transplants? w/ Dr. Doris Taylor

In this episode, filmed during this year’s Abundance360 summit, Dr. Doris Taylor and Peter discuss her cure for the #1 disease on the planet, heart disease. No more waiting lists, no big costs; how hard can it be to build a personalized heart for you? You will learn about: 05:26 | Doris' Commitment To Get Rid Of The Waiting List. 10:23 | We Should Build A Heart. How Hard Could It Be? 22:55 | The Lack Of Stem Cells Is The Cause Of Heart Disease & Aging. Doris A. Taylor, PhD is an innovator, scientist, and entrepreneur in regenerative medicine. She is the founder of multiple companies, including Organamet Bio, which aims to bioengineer personalized replacement hearts on demand. Her unique cell removal (decellularization) method was recognized as one of the Top 10 Research Advances by the American Heart Association. > Learn about Organamet Bio. _____________ I only endorse products and services I personally use. To see what they are,  please support this podcast by checking out our sponsor:  I use AG1 literally every day. Build a foundation for better health with Athletic Green’s AG1. Try it today.  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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Apr 20, 2023 • 49min

EP #39 Should We Be Fearful of Artificial Intelligence? The AI Panel w/ Emad Mostaque, Alexandr Wang, and Andrew Ng

In this Ask Me Anything session during this year’s Abundance360 summit, Andrew, Emad, Alexandr, and Peter discuss how the world will change post-A.I explosion,  including how to reinvent your business, your skills, and more.  You will learn about: 03:39 | How Do We Educate On New Technologies In Our Changing World? 15:22 | Is There Any Industry That AI Will Never Disrupt? 28:27 | Will The First Trillionaire Be Born From The Power Of AI? Emad Mostaque is the Founder and CEO of Stability AI, the company behind Stable Diffusion. Alexandr Wang is the world’s youngest self-made billionaire at 24 and is the Founder and CEO of Scale AI. Andrew Ng is the Founder of DeepLearning.AI and the Founder & CEO of Landing AI.  > Try out Stable Diffusion > Visit Scale AI > Learn AI with DeepLearning.AI _____________ I only endorse products and services I personally use. To see what they are,  please support this podcast by checking out our sponsor:  Use my code MOONSHOTS for 25% off your first month's supply of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic: seed.com/moonshots 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 Join me on a 5-Star Platinum Longevity Trip at Abundance Platinum _____________ Connect With Peter: Twitter Instagram Youtube Moonshots and Mindsets
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Apr 14, 2023 • 25min

EP #38 Palmer Luckey's AMA: The Politics of Winning the A.I. Race

In this Ask Me Anything session during this year’s Abundance360 summit, Palmer and Peter discussed how politics can interfere with innovation, where the U.S. stands in the A.I. race, and the importance of having a precise defense program. You will learn about: 01:17 | What Is The Hope For Palmer's Defense Program? 09:30 | Where Does The US Stand Compared To The Rest Of The World? 18:13 | What Will Be The First Big Step Into The Metaverse? Palmer Luckey is an inventor and entrepreneur known for designing the Oculus Rift and founding the company Oculus VR, which Facebook acquired for $2.3 billion. In 2017, he founded Anduril Industries, which integrates a consumer technology business model with mission-driven objectives to transform the defense capabilities of the US and its allies by fusing Al with hardware advancements. Learn about Anduril Industries >Become a part of my community. Learn about my executive summit, A360. >Join me on a 5-Star Platinum Longevity Trip at Abundance Platinum.  _____________ I only endorse products and services I personally use. To see what they are,  please support this podcast by checking out our sponsor:  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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Apr 13, 2023 • 37min

EP #37 How The Founder of Oculus Plans to Save America w/ Palmer Luckey

In this episode, during this year’s Abundance360 summit, Palmer and Peter discussed Palmer’s experience with Facebook, turning down $1 Billion dollars and shifting into the military tech industry.  You will learn about: 06:40 | The Transition From Gaming To Warfare 20:52 | Have We Already Connected Our Brains To Computers? 32:23 | Quantum Computing VS Quantum Communication Palmer Luckey is an inventor and entrepreneur known for designing the Oculus Rift and founding the company Oculus VR, which was acquired by Facebook for $2.3 billion. In 2017, he founded Anduril Industries, which integrates a consumer technology business model with mission-driven objectives to transform the defense capabilities of the US and its allies by fusing Al with hardware advancements. Learn about Anduril Industries >Become a part of my community. Learn about my executive summit, A360. >Join me on a 5-Star Platinum Longevity Trip at Abundance Platinum.  _____________ I only endorse products and services I personally use. To see what they are,  please support this podcast by checking out our sponsor:  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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Apr 6, 2023 • 1h 10min

EP #36 Stability AI Founder: Halting AI Training is Hyper-Critical For Our Security w/ Emad Mostaque

In this episode, Emad and Peter hop onto Twitter Spaces to discuss the latest petition to halt AI training, if language models will lead to AGI, and what could happen if the power of AI is abused.  You will learn about: 20:08 | Should We Be Slowing The Development Of AI? 44:36 | How Do We Stop People From Abusing The Power Of AI? 59:28 | Is There A Competition With AI Across Economies? Emad Mostaque is the CEO and Founder of Stability AI, a company funding the development of open-source music- and image-generating systems such as Dance Diffusion and Stable Diffusion. Generate images with Stable Diffusion. _____________ I only endorse products and services I personally use. To see what they are,  please support this podcast by checking out our sponsor:  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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Mar 30, 2023 • 25min

EP #35 AI & GPT-4 Revolutionize Education w/ Sal Khan

In this episode, during this year’s Abundance360 summit, Sal and Peter discussed the opportunities AI can bring to education, Khan Academy’s new AI-powered guide, and the future of education systems across the globe. You will learn about: 02:21 | Chat GPT-4 Collaboration With Khan Academy. 09:08 | Virtual Learning Isn't A Research Issue; It's An Engineering Issue. 16:22 | Khan Academy: Changing Lives Across The World. Sal Khan is the Founder and CEO of Khan Academy, a nonprofit that provides free, world-class education to anyone, anywhere. Khan Academy partners with more than 280 school districts globally, has over 145 million registered users across 190 countries and is offered in over 51 languages. Khan has been named Teacher of the Year and recognized as one of TIME's 100 Most Influential People. Learn about Khanmigo Join my Abundance360 community. _____________ I only endorse products and services I personally use. To see what they are,  please support this podcast by checking out our sponsor:  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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