Interviews

Modern Meditations: Dwarkesh Patel

Dwarkesh’s views on an “intelligence explosion,” WWII, and 18th century seafaring.

May 22 •

Modern Meditations: Keith Rabois

The venture capitalist on Margaret Thatcher, identifying breakout talent, and why you should add stress to your life.

Apr 24 •

Modern Meditations: Robin Hanson

The economist and futurist on culture drift, fertility decline, and why civilization may be in its "dream time."

Mar 20 •

Nadia Asparouhova on antimemetics, nuclear mysticism, and scrolling

The independent researcher and author of “Working in Public” shares her thoughts on “gentlemen scientists,” career games, and Jane Jacobs.

Jan 16 •

Modern Meditations: Caleb Watney

What DOGE should do, the potential in far-UV, and how billionaires should spend their money

Dec 19, 2024 •

Chip War's Chris Miller on Putin, China, and The Future

The historian and writer shares his thoughts on great power conflict, Japanese economic history, and flawed utility functions.

Aug 22, 2024 •

Modern Meditations: Bryan Johnson

Inside the mind of the former tech executive working to become immortal.

Jun 20, 2024 •

Modern Meditations: Tyler Cowen

The renowned economist shares his thoughts on AI teddy bears, nuclear risk, and darkly plausible futures.

May 16, 2024 •

The Future of Farcaster with Dan Romero

The founder of the disruptive social network talks about competing directly against Elon Musk, nerd sniping, prediction markets, and new business…

Mar 14, 2024 •

Capital: Ben Sun

Ben Sun has built Primary Venture Partners into one of New York’s marquee firms. His ultimate goal? Building the best seed fund in the world.

Mar 7, 2024 •

Modern Meditations: Kirsten Green

The Forerunner Ventures founder on vulnerability, patience, and human psychology.

Jan 18, 2024 •

Modern Meditations: Danny Rimer

The Index Ventures partner on art, investing, and destiny.

Nov 9, 2023 •

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