Russia
country in Eastern Europe and Northern Asia
Common Themes
Videos Mentioning Russia
Chris Tarbell: FBI Agent Who Took Down Silk Road | Lex Fridman Podcast #340
Lex Fridman
A transcontinental country in Eastern Europe and Northern Asia, currently at war with Ukraine, with discussion of propaganda and differing perspectives on the conflict.
Chamath Palihapitiya: Money, Success, Startups, Energy, Poker & Happiness | Lex Fridman Podcast #338
Lex Fridman
Discussed in the context of the war in Ukraine and the probabilistic distribution of US engagement in war, influenced by financial and moral considerations.
Social Cohesion is Everything: A Conversation with McChrystal and Fussell (Episode #195)
Sam Harris
Mentioned as an actor that has engaged in sophisticated actions, potentially taking advantage of the global focus on the pandemic.
Keoki Jackson: Lockheed Martin | Lex Fridman Podcast #33
Lex Fridman
Mentioned as a nation publicly stating hypersonic weapons capability, contributing to the sense of urgency in hypersonics development for the U.S.
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Stronger By Science
Suggested as a target for a new 'Cold War' to inspire a resurgence in physical culture and strength gains, specifically a 'battle of the giant plates' for deadlifts.
Tristan Harris — Fighting Skynet and Firewalling Attention | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
A country whose influence campaign in the 2016 elections used identity-level psychological influence.
E56: Constitution DAO, Rittenhouse trial coverage, private sector efficiency vs the government
All-In Podcast
Mentioned as a global competitor in space exploration.
Gustav Soderstrom: Spotify | Lex Fridman Podcast #29
Lex Fridman
Lex Fridman mentions his origins from Russia when discussing piracy culture.
Peter Thiel: The Coming Collapse No One Is Prepared For
All-In Podcast
Mentioned in the context of international relations, potential alliances, and communication dynamics with the US.
Kai-Fu Lee: AI Superpowers - China and Silicon Valley | Lex Fridman Podcast #27
Lex Fridman
Mentioned in comparison to China and the US regarding cultural aspects and educational similarities, and later in the context of geopolitics.
Genetic Screening of Embryos: Risks and Benefits
Sabine Hossenfelder
Approves genetic screening for hereditary disorders but not sex-selection.
How Does the War in Ukraine End?: A Conversation with Ian Bremmer (Episode #277)
Sam Harris
The country waging war in Ukraine, its economic situation, military capabilities, and its global standing are discussed.
The Russian War in Ukraine: A Conversation with Garry Kasparov (Episode #275)
Sam Harris
The country led by Vladimir Putin, which initiated the war in Ukraine.
Defending the Global Order: A Conversation with Yuval Noah Harari (Episode #276)
Sam Harris
The country whose invasion of Ukraine is the central topic of discussion, with its actions framed as a threat to the global order.
Scott Kelly — Lessons Learned from 500+ Days in Space and Making Hard Choices | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
Country whose space agency has a different system for managing and compensating cosmonauts regarding mistakes, with financial bonuses tied to performance.
The Future of American Democracy
Sam Harris
Country mentioned in the context of avoiding war in Ukraine, and its actions potentially being claimed as a success by the Biden administration.
Digital Delusions: A Conversation with Renée DiResta (Episode #378)
Sam Harris
Mentioned as a source of geopolitical campaigns and disinformation operations studied by DiResta.
Kamala surges, Trump at NABJ, recession fears, Middle East escalation, Ackman postpones IPO
All-In Podcast
A country involved in a proxy war with Ukraine, mentioned in the context of global tensions and potential international conflicts.
Gender Apartheid and the Future of Iran: A Conversation with Alinejad and Mohammed (Episode #370)
Sam Harris
An ally of Iran, providing weapons and technology to authoritarian regimes.
E29: Coinbase goes public, direct listings vs. IPOs, unions & more with Bestie Guestie Brad Gerstner
All-In Podcast
Appears in the transcript related to tourists.
The Fall of Afghanistan: A Conversation with Peter Bergen (Episode #258)
Sam Harris
Mentioned as a geopolitical rival that may be emboldened by the US withdrawal from Afghanistan.
Sheldon Solomon: Death and Meaning | Lex Fridman Podcast #117
Lex Fridman
Part of Eastern Europe, mentioned as the ancestral origin of Solomon's grandparents.
The State of the World: A Conversation with Dambisa Moyo (Episode #257)
Sam Harris
An emerging market economy that has struggled to grow beyond two percent since the financial crisis.
In conversation with President Trump
All-In Podcast
Mentioned in relation to the conflict in Ukraine and its perceived actions against Ukraine.