145 - The Quest For Answers

In this episode, I explore the "artificial I" — the sense of self that feels so solid and obviously real, yet works a lot like the AI systems so many of us are worried about right now. Drawing on my work in data infrastructure, my studies in applied AI, and the Noah AI tool I bui ...  Show more

In this episode, I explore what death has to teach us about being fully alive, prompted by the recent death of mountaineer Nirmal "Nims" Purja in an avalanche in Pakistan. Starting with Richard Dawkins' reminder that "we are going to die, and that makes us the lucky ones," I refl ...  Show more

Explore the transformative power of deep questions to uncover life's true meaning, through personal reflections and insights inspired by the innocent curiosity of a child. Discover how asking "why" can lead us to profound realizations about our existence, work, relationships, and ...  Show more

You've asked yourself these questions before. Probably late at night. Probably alone.Why are we here? What happens when we die? Is there a purpose to any of this? Do we have free will, or is everything already decided?These aren't just philosophical puzzles. They're the questions ...  Show more

In this episode, Krista Tippett invites us to unlock the power of questions and discover the profound beauty of embracing uncertainty. She explores the idea of investigating the stories we tell ourselves, the narratives that shape our understanding and interpretation of the world ...  Show more

In this episode, we talk about the path to developing a deeper understanding of life.