California
state of the United States of America
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Videos Mentioning California
Jaron Lanier: Virtual Reality, Social Media & the Future of Humans and AI | Lex Fridman Podcast #218
Lex Fridman
Mentioned as having a 'little baby data union law emerging in the books,' supporting Lanier's concept of 'data dignity'.
E79: Analyzing the leaked draft overturning Roe v. Wade with Amy Howe and Tom Goldstein
All-In Podcast
The state where the podcast is based, discussed as a 'blue state' where abortion rights are likely to remain protected.
Fireside Chat #10: Imposter syndrome, sports, life after COVID, and more
Stronger By Science
A desired domestic travel destination, with hosts discussing the long drive time to reach it.
Ted Cruz: Trump's First Week, Texas vs. California, Immigration, DOGE, Greenland
All-In Podcast
Described as a state with high taxes, strict regulations, 'nimbyism,' rising home prices, and a declining economic engine.
DOGE unveils a roadmap, Unlocking GDP Growth, WW3 escalation, Fat cell memory
All-In Podcast
Discussed for its high regulatory burden and government employment growth, which is seen as stifling private sector job creation and economic potential.
E74: Market update, inverted yield curve, immigration, new SPAC rules, $FB smears TikTok and more
All-In Podcast
Mentioned for its high electricity prices due to lobbying and nimbyism, and for the decision to cancel AP Math.
How to Get Unstuck, Do “The Work,” Take Radical Responsibility, and Reduce Drama in Your Life
Tim Ferriss
The state where Diana Chapman's brother-in-law recommended she go for a life-changing training.
Sheila Heen — How to Navigate Hard Conversations, the Subtle Art of Apologizing, and More
Tim Ferriss
A U.S. state where Occidental College is located.
Electric Vehicles: Will they save or destroy us?
Sabine Hossenfelder
A US state that has announced its own bans on new diesel and petrol-fueled car sales.
A Conversation with Siddhartha Mukherjee (Episode #214)
Sam Harris
Mentioned as a state that responded relatively quickly to the pandemic, implementing lockdowns.
E101: Ye acquires Parler, Snap drops 30%, macro outlook, VC metrics, valuing stocks & more
All-In Podcast
The setting for discussions on Prop 30, high tax rates, and an alleged exodus of wealthy individuals to states like Texas and Florida.
E99: Cheating scandals, Twitter updates, rapid AI advancements, Biden's pardon, Section 230 & more
All-In Podcast
State where legal cannabis companies are struggling due to lack of access to banking and payment systems.
E94: NFT volume plummets, California's overreach, FBI meddling, climate change & national security
All-In Podcast
Discussed extensively for its recent legislative actions, including banning new gasoline car sales by 2035, creating a state-sponsored body to set fast food minimum wages, and holding social media companies liable for minors' mental well-being.
Jack Kornfield — Finding Freedom, Love, and Joy in the Present | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Location of the Spirit Rock Center, co-founded by Jack Kornfield.
E61: 2022 Predictions! Business, politics, science, tech, crypto, & more
All-In Podcast
Cited as a high-tax state suffering from net migration loss, with a high effective tax rate after SALT deduction changes.
Chamath Palihapitiya: Money, Success, Startups, Energy, Poker & Happiness | Lex Fridman Podcast #338
Lex Fridman
Mentioned as one of the three most progressive states with high energy costs due to outdated infrastructure and regulatory capture.
A Conversation with Caitlin Flanagan (Episode #197)
Sam Harris
The state's education system is described as being in crisis, with a high rate of students failing basic proficiency tests in math and reading.
Sacha Arnoud, Director of Engineering, Waymo - MIT Self-Driving Cars
Lex Fridman
State where Waymo's testing facility is located and where early testing took place.
American Division: A Conversation with David French (Episode #285)
Sam Harris
Mentioned as a state where secession might become plausible under certain political scenarios.
Wealth & Happiness: A Conversation with Scott Galloway (Episode #189)
Sam Harris
A state with high taxes and desirable conditions (sunshine, opportunity) discussed in the context of migration patterns and fiscal crises in other states.
Stuart Russell: Long-Term Future of Artificial Intelligence | Lex Fridman Podcast #9
Lex Fridman
State in the US. Mentioned as having a law that bans machine impersonation in certain restricted circumstances, like financial transactions or influencing voting.
Jim Collins — A Rare Interview with a Reclusive Polymath | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
The state where recent fires caused Jim Collins to revisit John McPhee's book 'The Control of Nature'.
E41: Vaccine policy, Big Tech, DeepMind's latest breakthrough, wealth creation, opportunity & more
All-In Podcast
The state where schools are criticized for declining test scores despite high per-pupil spending, illustrating a perceived inefficiency in government programs.
E39: West coast super drought & climate crisis, Nuclear virtue signaling, chaos in SF & more
All-In Podcast
Discussed as being in a severe drought, facing potential disasters due to high temperatures, low snowpack, and dry forests. Its political situation regarding Governor Newsom and recall elections is also a major topic.