Organizations

3202 organizations mentioned across our video summaries

New York Times

17 videos

Critiqued for its coverage of the Epstein files, specifically regarding Silicon Valley connections.

MIT

15 videos

MIT study showing 24 hours without food can reboot intestinal stem cells.

Doge (Department of Government Efficiency)

13 videos

A non-statutory Blue Ribbon commission proposed by Donald Trump, to be advised by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, aimed at advising the Office of Management and Budget on cutting government spending and increasing efficiency. Critiqued for its lack of statutory power and unrealistic goals given federal spending structure.

Nature

11 videos

Nature (Nature 2024) paper by Turbar, Manacandon, Badel, and Pikovsky on quantum sensing for gravitons.

Biden Administration

11 videos

Described by CZ as initially hostile to crypto, openly announcing 'war on crypto,' but later showing a 180-degree change in policy.

Stanford School of Medicine

11 videos

Institution where Andrew Huberman is a professor.

FDA

9 videos

The Food and Drug Administration, which banned trans fats in 2013.

FBI

9 videos

The Federal Bureau of Investigation, mentioned as a potential intelligence community element that may have run Jeffrey Epstein. Eric Weinstein also claims his employer was a special informant to the FBI.

CNN

8 videos

Warner Bros asset discussed in potential sale contexts; part of the strategic implications of the merger.

NASA

8 videos

Agency responsible for many space telescopes and missions discussed.

Federal Reserve

7 videos

Federal Reserve report cited about savings/retirement behavior among young adults

MASS Research Review

7 videos

A monthly publication covering the latest data in muscle and strength research, with multiple articles on stretch-mediated hypertrophy.

Hamas

7 videos

The militant Palestinian organization, whose founding charter includes calls for genocide and is widely popular among Palestinians.

Stanford University

7 videos

Study showing that giving human tutors real-time AI suggestions can improve students' learning in K-12 math

Fox News

6 videos

Cited as an example of content people might watch while using a treadmill, not ideal for trauma treatment.

BBC

6 videos

Presented as a model of seemingly unbiased news reporting, though the speaker argues for the necessity of 'right sorts' of bias for guidance.

Jama

5 videos

AI model named alongside LLaMA and Quen; discussed as having similar geometry.

PubMed

5 videos

Repository of biomedical literature where a 2020 study on exogenous ketones and brain network stability was published.

AWS (Amazon Web Services)

5 videos

Cloud computing platform used as an analogy to describe the Coinbase Developer Platform.

CNBC

5 videos

News channel where CZ discussed his strip search experience during prison intake.

Stronger by Science

5 videos

The brand and business that hosts the podcast, article series, and various fitness resources mentioned.

Financial Times

5 videos

Cited as describing Dr. Bessel van der Kolk as 'maybe the most influential psychiatrist of the 21st century'.

Trump administration

5 videos

The political administration during which Makary was invited to the White House and later offered his role.

SEC

5 videos

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Michael Burry's firm re-registered with the SEC.

CIA

5 videos

Discussed extensively as the central aggregator and 'shield' for intelligence — why other partners' intel is credited to CIA.

UNHCR

5 videos

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, where one of the DDP students with refugee experience has worked.

UCLA

5 videos

University of California, Los Angeles, mentioned as an origin of the concept of 'intersectionality'.

Harvard Business Review

5 videos

Published a study indicating that personal therapy became the number one use case for ChatGPT between 2023 and 2024.

IPF

4 videos

International Powerlifting Federation, mentioned in comparison to Jennifer Thompson's performance.

Good Morning America

4 videos

A major national TV show that significantly boosted sales of Chicken Soup for the Soul.

Estonia

4 videos

A Baltic country that has digitized all its government services, serving as an example of innovation within Europe.

Reuters

4 videos

News agency that reported China built a prototype of ASML's EUV machine, allegedly using former ASML engineers to reverse engineer it.

Roman Empire

4 videos

The empire that introduced Christianity and enforced its monotheistic religion, leading to a shift from polytheism and enabling the imposition of a single god upon conquered peoples.

CVS

4 videos

A pharmacy chain mentioned as an example of retail shops closing or having extreme security measures (locked items) in San Francisco due to rampant theft.

Costa Rica

4 videos

The country where Charlie studied abroad and began his experiments in social interaction, finding that asking questions enhanced his comfort zone.

CDC

4 videos

The speaker states the CDC has lost trust and has not been forthcoming with data, necessitating looking at international data.

FTX

4 videos

A cryptocurrency exchange founded by SBF, in which Binance initially invested 20% equity before exiting in July 2021.

NYU

4 videos

New York University, where Leo, the case study subject, is a student.

Sequoia Capital

4 videos

A venture capital firm mentioned as an example of a firm with a strong brand built on successful investments, which helps in securing future deals.

Syrian refugees

4 videos

S discusses the challenges of recruiting Syrian refugees, particularly those arriving after 2017, due to government regulations on closed professions and work permits.

NASDAQ

4 videos

American stock exchange, expected to make moves in prediction markets.

The Economist

4 videos

Publication cited stating that wages for Gen Z are rising faster than other age groups in America.

New Zealand

4 videos

Presented as a case study of a country that successfully ended inflation in the 1990s through coordinated monetary, fiscal, and economic reforms without causing a recession.

Scale AI

4 videos

AI company with which a large licensing deal was executed, serving as an example of IP license M&A workaround.

Gallup

4 videos

An organization that released findings on employee engagement, noting that few people, especially young workers, feel valued or cared for at work.

NFL

4 videos

Jeff Cavaliere has been trusted by the NFL as a physical therapist and strength coach.

European Union

4 videos

Mentioned as a supranational institution and a framework from which some countries seek to exit or change.

The Drive Podcast

4 videos

The podcast hosted by Peter Attia, where this discussion takes place, often covering health and hormones.

Circle

4 videos

A company with a strong relationship with Coinbase, issuer of USDC, the largest regulated stablecoin compliant under the Genius Act and MiCA.

Andreessen Horowitz

4 videos

A venture capital firm, its naming convention is discussed as an early recognition of the importance of building relationships with individuals.

Workday

4 videos

Enterprise SaaS company whose stock was down 18%, indicating a challenging market.

Chicago Bulls

4 videos

NBA team Michael Jordan played for, used as an example of a successful team with a specific culture.

FoundMyFitness

3 videos

A popular website and YouTube channel founded by Dr. Rhonda Patrick, known for its focus on science-backed health and immunity information.

Vietnam

3 videos

Country mentioned as a potential member of an expanded security arrangement in Asia, with serious problems with China.

Finland

3 videos

Country that, along with Sweden, joined NATO, a significant development influenced by Russian actions.

Google Cloud Platform

3 videos

The underlying infrastructure provider for Firebase services.

BRICS

3 videos

An association of major emerging national economies, with China as a key sponsor.

Tokyo

3 videos

Cited as an example of a large, dense city with relatively affordable housing due to consistent building practices.

Huberman Lab Podcast

3 videos

The podcast hosted by Andrew Huberman, which covers science and science-based tools for everyday life. It has a large number of episodes and a corresponding website for searching content.

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)

3 videos

Relaxed liquidity requirements for five major investment banks in 2004, allowing them to increase leverage and gamble more, thus amplifying risks.

MASS

3 videos

An organization for which Eric Helms wrote an article about the ineffectiveness of cardio for fat loss.

Spain

3 videos

Among the top countries for App Inventor usage.

Barcelona

3 videos

Club where Thierry Henry moved after Arsenal, experiencing a challenging adjustment period with divorce and injury.

University of Chicago

3 videos

Conducted an experiment showing that sleep deprivation significantly worsens insulin resistance in healthy young subjects.

SEC (U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission)

3 videos

US regulatory body Coinbase is chatting with about on-chain capital formation and expanding accredited investor definitions.

BlackRock

3 videos

A major financial institution partnering with Coinbase for integrations, with stated goals to tokenize all their funds.

Axios

3 videos

A news outlet that reported on one of Amodei's previous predictions about job displacement.

Rolling Stone

3 videos

Magazine that published a 2014 interview with Stephen King about his writing habits.

Daily Mail

3 videos

Newspaper whose front page coverage helped Dr. Malhotra's sugar tax campaign by pressuring the government.

FAIR

3 videos

Facebook AI Research, mentioned as a lab with a culture of independent research and competition for compute.

Rolls-Royce

3 videos

The company whose precision casting facility is visited to show the manufacturing process of turbine blades.

Box

3 videos

Enterprise SaaS company whose stock was down 6%, showing underperformance in the sector.

Environmental Working Group

3 videos

NGO cited for water contaminant data; provides public health information.

Al-Qaeda

3 videos

The terrorist organization responsible for the killing of Daniel Pearl and the 9/11 attacks, referenced in the context of the 'war on terror'.

USAPL

3 videos

An organization for powerlifting competitions, mentioned in comparison to Jennifer Thompson's performance.

Meta AI

3 videos

Mentioned as publishing research papers about their work.

IPCC

3 videos

Mentioned in the context of climate scenarios, specifically that no IPCC scenario predicts climate change severe enough to cause a financial crisis.

Main Street Millionaire Live

3 videos

The speaker's event focused on teaching dealmaking, buying businesses, and ownership.

Sony

3 videos

Company involved in the acquisition of Basepaws, with an NDA signed regarding the terms of the deal.

Politico

3 videos

A news publication that reported on insider information regarding upcoming OpenAI models and government safety testing.

Coral

3 videos

Used as an example of a species coordinating reproduction based on environmental signals (full moon) without complex cognition or common knowledge.

Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

3 videos

Government agency that inaccurately claimed Whole Foods was a monopoly in premium natural and organic food supermarkets.

Princeton University

3 videos

University where George Shultz studied and later taught, and where he learned a key lesson about learning environments during his senior year playing football.

S&P

3 videos

Mentioned as a source for company data that Model ML's initial system would query.

White House

3 videos

Mentioned in the context of potential invitations and future conversations.

Paris

3 videos

Location of the Charlie Hebdo attack in 2015.

CMS experiment

3 videos

The primary experiment discussed in the lecture, located at CERN and focused on high energy physics.

NPR

3 videos

National Public Radio, a platform Cal Newport uses to reach policymakers and a broader audience.

MIT Refugee Action Hub

3 videos

An organization Lana is affiliated with, interested in sharing practices for conflict mediation through art.

Discovery

3 videos

Mediator/partner in the Warner Bros merger, part of the broader media consolidation context.

Equinox

3 videos

Luxury fitness club, mentioned to illustrate the broad appeal of Nike products, worn by various types of people.

McKinsey

3 videos

Mentioned in the context of BHP Mining's leadership framework project, which initially cost $1.6 million, highlighting the potential cost savings of using AI tools like ChatGPT as a thought partner.

CBO

3 videos

Congressional Budget Office, mentioned in relation to the pricing of a bill that turned out to be a surplus.

Georgetown University

3 videos

The Host received her MBA from Georgetown through State Street, valuing corporate training over the MBA itself.

Kenya

3 videos

The country where M-Pesa, the first mobile money service, originated.

TED

3 videos

Elizabeth Holmes gave a TED talk about her vision for changing the world through Theranos's technology.

Georgetown

3 videos

The university where Cal Newport teaches and implements a unique email communication strategy with students.

Esquire

3 videos

A publication for which Stephen Marche was a columnist for many years.

Calvin Klein

3 videos

An iconic brand under PVH Corporation, known for its advertising and marketing history, which influences the branding of its internal learning programs like Manager Studio.

Military-industrial complex

3 videos

Part of the American Empire, interested in maintaining hegemony and justifying its budget through Middle East control.

Zcash

3 videos

A cryptocurrency focused on privacy, co-founded by Zooko Wilcox, and discussed in the context of its principles and path to proof-of-stake.

a16z

3 videos

Venture capital firm where Co Carnage has connections, assisting in connecting him with his game development team.

Cambridge University

3 videos

The university where the speaker studied medicine.

Character AI

3 videos

AI company that Google made a licensing deal with, seen as an alternative to traditional M&A.

Egypt

3 videos

Country where Secretary Rice gave a speech in 2005 promoting democracy, yet engagement was necessary to address security issues in the Gaza Strip.

Rise

3 videos

An initiative focused on bringing opportunity to talented young people globally through a project-based learning experience.

National Science Foundation (NSF)

3 videos

A US government agency, criticized by both Eric Weinstein and Alex Tabarrok for allegedly destroying the STEM labor pipeline and for economists' reluctance to critique it.

Yale University

3 videos

Cited for its research on public opinion regarding climate change and climate anxiety across different demographics.

Poland

3 videos

Country mentioned for its reduced dependence on Russian energy and its proactive stance in reducing reliance on Russian oil and gas.

Physical Intelligence

3 videos

Developed the fast tokenizer method used for compressing continuous action representations into discrete tokens.

National Academy of Sciences

3 videos

An institution where Eric Weinstein observed a lack of openness to heterodox ideas in significant volume.

University of Michigan

3 videos

Where Dr. Israetel completed his undergraduate work in kinesiology and met Nick Shaw, his future co-founder.

Kaiser Permanente

3 videos

Healthcare provider mentioned in the context of using AI assessments.

Greeks

3 videos

Mentioned as one of the three main civilizations before Rome's emergence, and later contrasted with Roman culture and mythology.

Human Genome Project

3 videos

A $3 billion moonshot project initiated in 1984, co-founded by Dr. George Church, with the goal of sequencing a single reference human genome. It laid the foundation for modern genomics, drastically reducing sequencing costs.

Nigeria

3 videos

Mentioned for a village (Ogba Ojo) that experiences annual floods and benefits from pre-flood cash transfers.

The Verge

3 videos

A top tech reviewer that has rated ExpressVPN as number one.

Norway

3 videos

Mentioned as a small, cold country with a cohesive society that works together due to external threats.

Navy SEALs

3 videos

A group of elite individuals with whom Dr. Dispenza's program has worked, showing dramatic results in overcoming severe trauma and PTSD through meditation and heart-opening practices.

Alcoholics Anonymous

3 videos

An organization that highlights the power of small communities and the long time horizon needed for growth, where members connect and establish new status.

MIT Migration Summit

3 videos

The event hosting this discussion on migration and integration.

Boston Consulting Group (BCG)

3 videos

A top consulting firm mentioned as a persona for ChatGPT to critique a memo, providing high-level, critical feedback.

Lifehacker

3 videos

A popular website where Beth Skwarecki works as the health editor.

University of Florida

3 videos

Institution where Dr. Chris McCurdy is a professor of medicinal chemistry and directs research on natural products.

Fox and Friends

2 videos

Another major national TV show that significantly boosted sales of Chicken Soup for the Soul.

No Labels

2 videos

A group co-founded by Ron Shaich to reduce polarization in Washington D.C. and promote long-term thinking in civic society.

Primer

2 videos

A YouTube channel whose simulations on evolutionary biology inspired the video's simulation segment.

MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)

2 videos

Cited as the source of a study showing that a 24-hour fast initiates stem cell production for gut repair.

San Antonio Spurs

2 videos

An NBA basketball team that has a quote in their locker room about the 'stone cutter' analogy for persistence.

Northwestern University

2 videos

One of the institutions that conducted research with MIT and the US Census Bureau to find the average age of a fast-growing tech startup founder. Also, Dashen Wong from Northwestern conducted significant work on hot streaks in careers.

The Athletic

2 videos

A sports journalism website, mentioned for an article they ran about Michael Phelps' breathing techniques.

ColdFusion TV

2 videos

The media channel producing the video, focusing on explaining complex topics like money creation.

Muslim Brotherhood

2 videos

A group that has, according to the speaker, played havoc with moral confusion and radicalized students on college campuses.

Valor Equity Partners

2 videos

Investor in Positron AI's Series A funding round.

Salk Institute for Biological Studies

2 videos

The research institution where Dr. Satchin Panda is a professor, conducting studies on circadian rhythms.

Ohio State

2 videos

JD Vance's undergraduate alma mater, mentioned in the context of his educational experience.

Carnegie Mellon

2 videos

Mentioned as a key institution in Pittsburgh, contributing to the city's position as a natural location for AI development due to its academic strengths and cheap energy.

Massachusetts General Hospital

2 videos

The location where donated brains from study participants are housed and examined for research.

HBO Max

2 videos

Rival streaming service whose IP and library would be integrated into Netflix as part of the deal.

DARPA

2 videos

An advanced research organization from the United States government that funded a $10 million metabolic optimization program in 2016 to test ketone bodies.

SMIC

2 videos

Chinese semiconductor manufacturer, mentioned as a partner for Huawei in advancing in the chip stack.

The North Face

2 videos

Alex Honnold's first major sponsorship, which provided 10k a year in his early climbing career.

National Geographic

2 videos

Featured Alex Honnold on its cover, which helped propel his career.

ANZ Bank

2 videos

One of the places where Matthew McConaughey worked an unpaid job during his "work experience" period in Australia.

Los Alamos

2 videos

The secret city in New Mexico where the atomic bomb was designed, and a key site for the Manhattan Project. Its existence was revealed by reporter Jack Raper in 1944.

British Medical Journal

2 videos

A medical journal where a case report about a lymphoma patient's remission after fasting was published.

Dominican University

2 videos

Another institution involved, a Hispanic-majority school contributing PIs and students.

Baylor College of Medicine

2 videos

Where Dr. Julia Wattacheril attended medical school and residency.

NSA

2 videos

The National Security Agency, mentioned in the context of surveillance, transparency, and its attempts to discredit Edward Snowden.

Moonshot AI

2 videos

A Chinese research firm that launched the multimodal model Kimmy K1.5 on the same day as DeepSeek R1.

Cold Fusion

2 videos

The TV channel or production company producing the video.

Shenzhen

2 videos

A city transformed from a fishing village to an export platform and now a 'Chinese-style Silicon Valley' due to economic reforms.

Future of Life Institute

2 videos

A doomer group that believes AI will become sentient and replace humans, which funded journalism fellowships and academic grants for AI.

Cornell University

2 videos

One of the institutions that conducted a study published in Science in 2019, which concluded that three billion birds have been lost since 1970.

Oxford

2 videos

University where Karen Clark conducts research on ketone esters.

Katmai National Park

2 videos

A federally funded national park in Alaska that hosts the annual Fat Bear Week competition.

Mayo Clinic

2 videos

A medical institution associated with a prospective study on fasting and hypertension conducted with Dr. Goldhammer's colleague.

NIH (National Institutes of Health)

2 videos

A U.S. government agency connected to funding gain-of-function research, specifically linked to Anthony Fauci.

Liverpool University

2 videos

A university whose research supports the benefits of Vivo barefoot shoes, showing increased foot strength.

Troy

2 videos

A city strategically located at the center of global trade, making it a focal point of conflict during the Bronze Age.

US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)

2 videos

The regulatory body that charged Nvidia for unlawfully shrouding information about its revenue sources during the crypto boom.

Austria

2 videos

Used as a prime example of how hyperinflation can be stopped quickly through international treaties and structural deficit reduction.

CCP

2 videos

Chinese Communist Party, targeting 2028 for producing working chips from their prototype EUV machines.

National Institutes of Health

2 videos

Conducting a large study on exercise benefits (aerobic vs. resistance training).

Venice

2 videos

Discussed as the first stage of transnational capital, a merchant oligarchy that flourished due to trade and strategic location, eventually declining.

International Labour Organization (ILO)

2 videos

A UN specialized agency focused on the world of work, collaborating with governments, employers, and workers to improve employment and labor market policies.

Wharton School

2 videos

A prestigious finance school mentioned as a benchmark, critiqued for its cost and disconnect from real-world business application.

Tsinghua University

2 videos

A leading research group in China that published a paper on advancements and challenges in inverse lithography technology using AI-driven systems.

JAMA Psychiatry

2 videos

A medical journal that published a study indicating that one sauna bath significantly helped depression.

OFAC

2 videos

The Office of Foreign Assets Control, involved in sanctions and anti-money laundering efforts, including against Mexican cartels.

One Acre Fund

2 videos

An organization where Sandrine Umulisa works.

Contrarian Community

2 videos

Cody Sanchez's business buying community and education curriculum, designed to provide buyers with an advisory team, investment committee, and deal team.

SMB Boardroom

2 videos

A program for small business owners aiming for seven figures, offering support for growth and challenges.

Sesame Street

2 videos

The iconic children's television show where Tish Rabe began her career as a music production assistant and later sang with the Muppets.

Beastie Boys

2 videos

A music group Jimmy Fallon loved, citing Mike D's lyric 'be true to yourself and you will never fall' as guiding advice.

EY

2 videos

A professional services network, mentioned as the source of a report indicating Shopify POS benefits.

World Health Organization (WHO)

2 videos

Cited as a source describing antibiotic resistance as one of the top global health threats, responsible for millions of deaths.

NCAA

2 videos

National Collegiate Athletic Association, which has put out sleep-related materials recommending CBTI first for insomnia.

Sigma Nutrition

2 videos

Platform hosting Alan Flanagan's article series on nutritional science.

Marx Brothers

2 videos

Comedians mentioned by Lorne Michaels as having already performed the mirror sketch idea Jimmy Fallon proposed.

KPMG

2 videos

One of the large accounting firms mentioned where young, ambitious people can attend events and network to build connections.

Duran Duran

2 videos

A band whose songs Jimmy Fallon sometimes hears and are reminded of his late mother, bringing bittersweet memories.

FEMA

2 videos

The Federal Emergency Management Agency, which the speaker criticizes for occupying hotel rooms during a disaster while civilians were in need.

World Bank

2 videos

An institution whose analysts suggest key factors driving Vietnam's economic growth.

10 Squared

2 videos

A business co-founded by Peter Attia and Kyler, focusing on comprehensive precision training for the 'marginal decade' to optimize long-term health and performance.

Harvard Business School

2 videos

A top-tier business school whose dean, Paul Lawrence and Nitin Nohria, co-authored the book 'Drive' discussing fundamental human drives.

Southern New Hampshire University

2 videos

A university offering accredited bachelor's degrees through its Global Education Movement program, specifically designed for refugees and their communities.

CFTC

2 videos

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission, which regulates prediction markets.

Congressional Budget Office

2 videos

The CBO, which released a long-term budget forecast predicting a significant increase in the US deficit and debt.

The Observer

2 videos

A newspaper Richard Reeves wrote for.

Car and Driver

2 videos

Publication that provided an illustration of Ferrari's new electric vehicle.

The Congregation

2 videos

A soul band where Dan Hooper plays bass.

US Department of Energy

2 videos

A key partner in the LBNF/DUNE project, providing funding and support.

McGill University

2 videos

CZ attended McGill, initially studying biology before switching to computer science. He didn't officially graduate, taking an online degree later.

Kernel Labs

2 videos

Organization founded by Allesio.

Cornell Tech

2 videos

University where Raz took a faculty position.

New York Magazine

2 videos

A publication that featured a piece by Nicholson Baker, contributing to the shift in discourse about the COVID-19 lab leak theory.

Amish

2 videos

A community whose collective technology adoption based on strengthening community and family values is studied by Kevin Kelly.

American Enterprise Institute

2 videos

A conservative think tank formerly run by Arthur Brooks.

Cooper Clinic

2 videos

A center in Dallas founded by Ken Cooper that has tracked physical activity and fitness for 40 years, providing a valuable database for Dr. Levine's research on exercise dose.

Newsweek

2 videos

Mentioned as citing the TIP Insights poll.

Gold's Gym

2 videos

Fitness center, mentioned to illustrate the broad appeal of Nike products, worn by various types of people.

DRC

2 videos

Democratic Republic of Congo, a soon-to-be partner in the Sentinel project.

American Psychological Association

2 videos

Cited for a workplace survey indicating high levels of employee stress.

National Institutes of Health (NIH)

2 videos

Provided grants to Dr. Walker's lab for research on aging and Alzheimer's disease.

UNESCO

2 videos

Mentioned as an organization that develops peace education programs for refugees, though Dilara noted difficulties in finding statistically powerful assessments for their programs.

Indus Valley

2 videos

One of the four earliest major civilizations, located along the Indus River. Believed to be a peaceful, egalitarian, and artistic civilization.

Plan International

2 videos

A partner organization involved in the Telegraph Youth Organization, providing various trainings like human rights and child protection.

VA

2 videos

Department of Veterans Affairs, mentioned for a no-money-down home loan program.

Altos Labs

2 videos

Biotech company where Morgan Levine is a Principal Investigator, focused on understanding aging mechanisms and developing interventions.

Stronger by Science Community (Facebook Group)

2 videos

A Facebook group for staying updated with Stronger by Science content and engaging with the community.

Department of Commerce

2 videos

Department involved in challenging funding applications for rural broadband.

GQ

2 videos

A magazine for which Clay Skipper is a writer.

New York Times Bestseller list

2 videos

A prestigious list of top-selling books, where 'Slow Productivity' debuted at number two.

Pencils of Promise

2 videos

Non-profit organization dedicated to building schools and providing quality education, founded by Adam Braun, which the book 'The Promise of a Pencil' is based on.

Long-Term Capital Management

2 videos

Cited as an example of very smart people who did not win in the long term, illustrating the importance of humility in trading.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

2 videos

A U.S. national public health agency that, along with the WHO, defines infertility as a disease.

Dartmouth College

2 videos

The university where Cal Newport studied and later taught.

UN

2 videos

United Nations, mentioned in the context of a report on the global cost of bringing all learners online with devices and internet access.

Mormon Church

2 videos

The religious organization where the speaker grew up and served a mission, which influenced his early life and later led to his departure.

Microsoft Research

2 videos

The team behind a white paper that discusses the benefits of using graph and graph RAG over traditional RAG for query-focused summarization with LLMs.

BuzzFeed

2 videos

BuzzFeed wrote an article titled 'You Got Check Out This Sexy Doctor and His Awesome Dog' which contributed to Dr. Mike's early viral fame.

Bitrex

2 videos

One of the biggest competing crypto exchanges when Binance launched in 2017.

Sparta

2 videos

An ancient society mentioned as an example of a highly militarized state where military values were paramount from a young age.

FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration)

2 videos

Government agency that Intrinsic Powers met with, indicating the need for a clinical trial to validate their procedure.

Persia

2 videos

Mentioned as one of the three main civilizations after the Bronze Age collapse, before Rome's emergence.

Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

2 videos

Supplements are not regulated by the FDA, leading to issues with ingredient accuracy and safety.

Etruscans

2 videos

An ancient civilization similar to the 'marinian Greeks' that heavily influenced the Romans and were in conflict with them.

Holland

2 videos

Mentioned as a place that appears egalitarian but is actually unequal, though its aristocrats support a welfare state for social cohesion.

Neymar Karam Foundation

2 videos

Co-organizer of the Migration Summit 2023.

GQ Magazine

2 videos

A magazine that awarded Helix as the number one mattress.

Macedonia

2 videos

Rose to prominence partly due to the internal conflicts and lack of unified focus of Athens and Sparta.

Explorers Club

2 videos

Organization of which Dr. Natarajan is a fellow.

Migration Jam

2 videos

Organized the 'Cinema Paradise' event with two movie screenings: 'The Story Won't Die' and 'AI a Compass'.

FISA Court

2 videos

The court from which the FBI allegedly obtained illegal surveillance warrants by using false information, as discussed in relation to the Russiagate investigation.

Clinical Athlete

2 videos

Mentioned as a resource for injury prevention advice.

Alameda Research

2 videos

A quantitative trading firm founded by SBF, preceding FTX, which hosted an afterparty at a Binance conference.

Kardashians

2 videos

Mentioned as an example of brands that effectively use pop culture references and create buzz.

Yahweh

2 videos

The name for God in classical Judaism, described as possessing both light and darkness, good and evil, before later interpretations separated these aspects.

Indus Valley Civilization

2 videos

Cited as an exception to the pattern of empires becoming corrupt and stagnant, noted for being peaceful, egalitarian, and artistic.

Third Reich

2 videos

The regime against which a couple's naive postcard protest was aimed, leading to their execution.

Sierra Leone

2 videos

A partner country in the Sentinel project for pandemic prevention.

Amnesty International

2 videos

Referenced in a discussion about virtue signaling by public figures who claimed to have worked there.

McMaster University

2 videos

The institution where Dr. Martin Gibala is an exercise physiologist and professor.

Xerox PARC

2 videos

A research center influential in computer science, credited with inventing Ethernet and graphical user interfaces, but also influenced by a focus on copying.

US House of Representatives

2 videos

Mentioned as having held hearings on the FBI's involvement in Twitter's censorship practices, making the Twitter Files content public record.

International Monetary Fund (IMF)

2 videos

Approved loans to stabilize Ukraine and Iceland in November 2008.

SAP

2 videos

A European software company that partnered with Microsoft's SQL Server in the 90s.

Anglican church

2 videos

The established church in England during Newton's time, which had strict orthodoxies that Newton deviated from.

Jesuit Worldwide Learning

2 videos

A global organization offering higher education programs in a blended learning format to marginalized communities, including refugees and displaced persons.

Royal Mint

2 videos

Institution where Isaac Newton served as master for 30 years, tasked with maintaining currency credibility.

Secret Service

2 videos

US agency initially tasked with identifying counterfeit currency.

Rwanda

2 videos

A partner country in the Sentinel project for pandemic prevention.

Wired (magazine)

2 videos

A publication for which Joe Navarro made a video discussing ways to exhibit and show confidence.

Chile

2 videos

A country mentioned as an example of successful economic reforms and stabilization during the 1980s, in contrast to Argentina's approach.

ABBA

2 videos

The band whose song 'Dancing Queen' was used as a basis for testing AI music generator's ability to replicate style and melody.

Benchmark

2 videos

An investment firm that participated in Legora's Series B funding round.

Environmental Working Group (EWG)

2 videos

An organization that created the 'Good Food On A Tight Budget' guide, which helps people choose affordable, healthy food options.

Cell

2 videos

A scientific journal where a paper was published on the role of exercise in preserving mitochondrial function in aging individuals.

Chase Bank

2 videos

The bank where Casey's business had a revolving line of credit that was maxed out, contributing to his $200,000 debt before starting his daily vlog.

Pew Research Center

2 videos

A research center that conducted a survey showing 71% of people find it important for a man to financially support a family, compared to 32% for a woman.

Stoics

2 videos

Ancient Greek philosophers who developed the concept of the sympathy of all things, a principle adopted by Hermeticism.

Pentagon

2 videos

Plays an enormous role in foreign policy, with a budget dwarfing the State Department, and has a key role in Middle East dynamics, particularly concerning the Kurds.

Dutch Republic

2 videos

Identified as a powerful stage of transnational capital, driven by merchants adopting Calvinism and fostering industry and trade.

England

2 videos

Described as a key stage in transnational capital's evolution, leveraging the Bank of England and financing wars to build an empire.

America

2 videos

Presented as the latest stage of transnational capital, where money became God after the Enlightenment, leading to immense power.

Google Brain

2 videos

An AI research group where early deep learning efforts were conducted using tens of thousands of CPUs, prior to the widespread adoption of GPUs.

Evo

2 videos

The premier fighting game tournament, founded by the Cannon brothers, which evolved from the arcade scene and became a global phenomenon.

BCG

2 videos

A company whose logo was displayed on the Crunch. website to build credibility.

Silicon Valley Bank

2 videos

A bank that experienced a run due to mistimed treasury allocations, highlighting the risks of fractional reserve lending.

Macedon

2 videos

A historically marginal power that, against stronger rivals like Athens and Sparta, eventually conquered the Persian Empire.

Kaplan

2 videos

A company where Chatri worked as a tutor, performing odd jobs to earn money during his grad school days.

Talent Beyond Boundaries

2 videos

The primary organization facilitating skilled migration pathways for refugees. Their website and resources are frequently referenced.

Kievan Rus'

2 videos

A medieval state formed by East Slavs, its expansion was driven by a feudal system requiring constant conquest of new lands for resources and enslavement.

Wirecutter

2 videos

A product review website that picked OnePassword as its top choice for password managers.

Sumer

2 videos

The region often referred to as the cradle of civilization, located in Mesopotamia, known for its canals, irrigation, ziggurats, and cuneiform writing.

Babylon

2 videos

The divine city in Mesopotamia, established by the Anunnaki as their resting place and where humans were created to serve them, symbolizing divine order and the 'mandate of heaven'.

University of Southern California

2 videos

The university where David Re holds a professorship, focusing on evolutionary biology, exercise physiology, and neuroscience.

Occupy Wall Street

2 videos

A movement that happened around the same period as the European crisis, reflecting public anger and loss of faith in the financial system.

London School of Economics

2 videos

Institution where Professor Grace Lorden teaches.

Goodfire

2 videos

An AI research lab that focuses on using interpretability to understand, learn from, and design AI models, aiming to unlock the next frontier of safe and powerful AI.

El Salvador

2 videos

Mentioned as a country that declared Bitcoin legal tender.

Queen's University

2 videos

Where Dr. Chris McGlory is currently an assistant professor and has set up his lab to continue researching omega-3s and human skeletal muscle.

Native Americans

2 videos

Indigenous peoples of North America, described as violent defenders of their freedom who resisted European colonization.

Vanderbilt University

2 videos

Dr. Will Bulsiewicz's alma mater for his chemistry degree.

Stronger by Science Facebook group

2 videos

A public forum where listeners can submit questions for Q&A episodes.

Stronger by Science subreddit

2 videos

A public forum where listeners can submit questions for Q&A episodes.

Manis

2 videos

A Chinese company that Facebook tried to acquire for $2.5 billion, but faced challenges due to its origin.

Democratic Party

2 videos

The internal dynamics, identity politics, and policy stances of the Democratic Party are extensively discussed.

The Minimalists

2 videos

The podcast hosts (Joshua Fields Millburn and another mentioned) committed to abstaining from social media for the rest of the year.

Arc Institute

2 videos

An organization partnered with Goodfire for life sciences work.

Mesopotamia

2 videos

Discussed as an early example of warring states that reached an equilibrium, where rules like not destroying temples maintained stability but also led to stagnation, allowing an outsider (Uruk) to eventually conquer.

Uruk

2 videos

The first city in Mesopotamia, which developed colonies and experienced warring states. Its merchant, Lucazagi, dared to break the equilibrium by destroying a temple, leading to its eventual conquest by the Akkadians.

Athens

2 videos

Along with Sparta, its internal focus led to the rise of Macedonia, attributed to their hubris and belief in invincibility.

Thebes

2 videos

One of the three major Greek city-states (along with Athens and Sparta) that reached an equilibrium before being conquered by Macedonia.

The Boring Company

2 videos

Infrastructure and tunnel construction company, mentioned as another asset Elon Musk might consolidate.

Sonar

2 videos

The company the speaker works for, focused on helping developers and AI produce better code through code health dashboards and analysis tools.

Commerce Department

2 videos

Mentioned as a central focus for US efforts in modernizing investment regimes to counter Chinese influence and protect technology.

Charisma University

2 videos

Charlie's 30-day program that helps people implement actionable charisma techniques.

Caterpillar

2 videos

Construction and mining equipment manufacturer, mentioned in the context of capital equipment benefiting from accelerated depreciation.

Ethereum Classic

2 videos

The original blockchain that refused to implement the hard fork to revert the DAO hack, resulting in a split from Ethereum.

International Rescue Committee

2 videos

Mentioned for its 'Refugee Voice' program, which empowers refugees to share stories through multimedia platforms.

CERN

2 videos

The European Organization for Nuclear Research, cited as an example of an institution whose reach is surpassed by individual personal brands like Brian Cox.

Siemens

2 videos

German multinational conglomerate, its stock is noted as being 'through the roof' due to the capital equipment market benefiting from accelerated depreciation.

Triton

2 videos

A poker tournament organizer known for its VIP experience and typically two-day events, though players wish for earlier finishes.

Harvard Center on the Developing Child

2 videos

Organization with which Jennifer Wallace co-authored a working paper on early childhood and the development of mattering.

University of Edinburgh

2 videos

The institution where Dr. Axel Montagne is a professor and group leader at the Dementia Research Institute.

Dog Aging Project

2 videos

A research project interested in rapamycin for longevity applications in dogs, supported by Tim Ferriss and Kevin Rose.

Supreme Court

2 videos

Mentioned for previously ruling under the 16th Amendment that taxation of appreciation requires an actual transfer of rights.

Bain & Company

2 videos

Mentioned for a report indicating that enterprise AI adoption in the legal profession has decreased year-over-year, highlighting a gap between perceived potential and production implementation.

DoJ

2 videos

Department of Justice, implicitly involved in enforcing laws related to drug dealing and immigration.

Marine Corps

2 videos

Mentioned by a speaker as their service background, where they first used night vision technology.

NHANES (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey)

2 videos

A survey providing normative data for body composition, used to determine ideal body fat percentages.

Department of Defense (DoD)

2 videos

Funded early work on hyperbaric oxygen therapy, though initial research was 'muddy waters'.

MIT OpenCourseWare

2 videos

A program sharing MIT's curriculum freely with the world, reaching an estimated 500 million people, with a focus on making educational materials accessible, especially in areas with limited internet connectivity.

Canada Post

2 videos

Mentioned as an equivalent to Royal Mail for contextualizing the discussion on brand perception and service.

DoD

2 videos

Department of Defense, mentioned in the context of Scale AI's work and the procurement process for government contracts.

Peterson Academy

2 videos

Jordan Peterson's educational platform, where he offers courses like 'It's On The Sermon on the Mount'.

Normal

2 videos

An organization co-chairing the Migration Summit.

MLS

2 videos

The Multiple Listing Service, where the speaker lists properties as an agent to advertise them.

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

2 videos

The US regulatory body responsible for aviation safety, criticized for its ties to Boeing and self-regulation approach.

Catholic Church

2 videos

Mentioned as an example of an institution whose issues were exposed over time, similar to the ongoing nature of investigative journalism.

Gartner

2 videos

Mentioned as a comparison for Arena's leaderboard, emphasizing that Arena's is not a pay-to-play system.

MIT ReACT

2 videos

Camila Massa's organization, which provides education-to-employment pathways for underserved communities, with an age range of 18+.

Karam Foundation

2 videos

One of the organizing bodies of the Migration Summit.

Oxford University

2 videos

A renowned British research university, listed among the world's best and contributing to Europe's elite education system.

Mexico

2 videos

Country imposing tariffs in response to US tariffs, and a source of lumber for builders.

UBS

2 videos

Organization that identifies conditions contributing to a potential stock market bubble.

Business Insider

2 videos

Publication cited stating that changing jobs more often allows Gen Z to earn almost 30% more.

EU

2 videos

Mentioned as a region that some believe America should avoid emulating due to its perceived over-regulation of innovation.

South by Southwest (SXSW)

2 videos

A major film, music, and tech festival where Robert Rodriguez's daughter performed and he launched Brass Knuckle Films. It also hosted the host's first 4-Hour Work Week presentation.

TEDx

2 videos

The TEDx event where Vivien Puppa Kocsis is speaking.

Samaria

2 videos

Considered the birthplace of human civilization and writing, strategically located at the center of global trade, connecting various ancient civilizations.

Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP)

2 videos

An office within the White House directed to create an AI action plan to ensure US dominance in AI.

House

2 videos

Passed the 'big beautiful bill' at the 11th hour, making TCJA tax cuts permanent and estimated to add trillions to national debt.

Time Magazine

2 videos

Cited for an article and study indicating that 96% of sampled pornographic clips were degrading to women.

Persians

2 videos

A people from the Zagros Mountains who rose to power after the Akkadians, Babylonians, and Assyrians, eventually conquering Anatolia and Egypt, and later clashing with the Greeks.

Obama Administration

2 videos

Initiated the 'pivot' or 'rebalance' to the Asia-Pacific in 2011 in response to China's growing challenge.

USA Today

2 videos

Cited as a source for the statistic that the average American needs $1.8 million to retire comfortably.

The Hustle

2 videos

Publication/organization that collaborated on a free resource about building wealth beyond a paycheck.

Oath Keepers

2 videos

Described as a radical organization involved in political violence.

University of Kentucky

2 videos

Institution where Dr. Mattson conducted early research on intermittent fasting in rats, showing protection against epileptic seizures.

Renaissance Periodization

2 videos

Co-founded by Dr. Mike Israetel, focusing on fitness and physique, often described as a 'vanity channel' by Mike.

Russian Empire

2 videos

An empire that later took over much of the Mongol territory and eventually emerged from the Golden Horde's successor states.

Dartmouth

2 videos

Not counted as an entity for affiliate purposes; included here for context only.

Citadel

2 videos

A multinational investment corporation known for its short-cycle, data-driven investment strategy.

British Empire

2 videos

Discussed as a unique global power that controlled the world through global trade, naval power, the Bank of England, and its lingua franca, English.

Bank of England

2 videos

Portrayed as representing transnational capital and a Ponzi scheme integral to the British Empire's financial system.

Russians

2 videos

Mentioned as a group Epstein was communicating with in leaked emails, suggesting potential intelligence ties.

Veterans Affairs

2 videos

A government department cited as an example of an organization successfully implementing remote work due to its structured claims processing.

American University of Beirut

2 videos

The university where Rima Kamel and Fadi Salahedin are psychology students. Its Center for Civic Engagement facilitates projects for refugee empowerment.

UCSD

2 videos

University of California San Diego, where Dr. Ruth Patterson is a professor.

Department of Energy (DoE)

2 videos

A United States government department that supports the Dark Energy Survey.

Refuge Point

2 videos

A partner organization working with TBB in Kenya to facilitate programming and spread information about skilled migration pathways.

Arrow

2 videos

A government organization created to investigate UAP, indicating a shift towards greater public acknowledgment of the issue.

Securities and Exchange Commission

2 videos

Investigated Theranos and settled with Elizabeth Holmes, banning her from public company leadership for ten years.

City of London

2 videos

Identified as a financial center alongside Wall Street that supported the Bolsheviks and the Russian Revolution.

The Daily Show

2 videos

The satirical news program that Trevor Noah hosted, which faced initial resistance and declining viewership after Jon Stewart's departure but eventually became a digital success.

Manchester United

2 videos

A rival football club Klopp discusses, revealing he turned down their managerial offer due to their 'best players' focus rather than a 'football project' approach.

Dallas Mavericks

2 videos

An NBA team whose principal owner is Mark Cuban. He purchased a majority stake in 2000 and turned around its performance by focusing on the team and fan experience.

British

2 videos

A foreign power that ruled India for centuries, whose colonial rule India fought to overthrow.

Indiana

2 videos

A state with a voucher program that is contrasted with Milwaukee's, highlighting differences in income eligibility, tuition, admissions, and rules.

Fox

2 videos

A media network where Elon Musk appeared to discuss Doge with the Doge team.

Al Qaeda in Iraq

2 videos

A salafi jihadist group strengthened by the sectarian civil war in Iraq, which portrayed itself as a protector of Sunni communities.

Tea Party Movement

2 videos

Cited as a factor contributing to the ideological extremism within Republican policy making since around 2010.

YC

2 videos

Y Combinator, a startup accelerator program from which one of the founders' batchmates provided advice.

Kaggle

2 videos

A platform where the flights dataset was sourced. Data scientists can find datasets and participate in competitions.

NIH

2 videos

National Institutes of Health, mentioned as not funding international development research in the past, implying a shift in funding landscape.

NBA

2 videos

The National Basketball Association, which faced punishment from Beijing after a Houston Rockets general manager tweeted in support of Hong Kong, demonstrating China's control over international discourse.

Guinness World Records

2 videos

The organization that verifies the world record for highest IQ, mentioned in the context of a highly religious individual.

Israeli Army

2 videos

Johnny, Trinny's late partner, served in the Israeli Army, which contributed to his post-traumatic stress disorder.

MedCram

2 videos

A medical education platform co-founded by Dr. Roger Seheult, known for critically interpreting COVID-19 studies and breaking down complex medical science.

United Nations

2 videos

An international organization where China seeks to embed its values and norms, influence human rights discussions, internet governance, and technology standards. It has successfully integrated the Belt and Road Initiative into many UN programs.

USPS

2 videos

Shipping carrier for which ShipStation offers discounts.

Big Think Plus

2 videos

The organization producing the leadership development podcast 'How to Make a Leader'.

BP

2 videos

British Petroleum, a major global oil and gas company headquartered in London, facing significant controversy and business struggles following the Deepwater Horizon disaster.

Aztecs

2 videos

A civilization that provided free compulsory education, characterized as a war society, similar to Sparta and Prussia.

Salk Institute

2 videos

Research institution where Dr. Satchin Panda runs his laboratory.

Hack Your Future

2 videos

A coding school for refugees and newcomers, which provided Sheriff with a second chance and the opportunity to study programming.

Department of Justice

2 videos

The DOJ, which charged SafeMoon executives with fraud and arrested John Cary and Thomas Smith.

MIT D-Lab

2 videos

A laboratory at MIT focused on working with people globally to develop practical solutions for poverty and humanitarian challenges, involved in The BRIDGE Project.

ITV

2 videos

A media company that created a piece showing how women are frequently approached and harassed on the street.

Media

2 videos

Group whose state-of-the-art model (likely referring to a publication or research group within Media) was compared against Size Zero. Their model used over 10,000 hours of pre-training data.

UCL

2 videos

University College London, with whom a lecturer had contacts that facilitated access to early internet and Arpanet.

Rome

2 videos

Ancient civilization used as a historical benchmark for the current long period without great power war.

Islamic Republic regime

1 video

Described as an evil leader and regime, with no sorrow for its potential downfall.

DSA

1 video

Democratic Socialists of America, mentioned in relation to potential populist Democrat candidates.

K.T.Z. Gazar

1 video

The organization or entity responsible for the book 'Immune'.

Immigrants

1 video

Discussed in the context of legal immigration processes versus illegal border crossings and the concept of suicidal empathy.

Shiite Muslims

1 video

Muslims who have historically endured periods of persecution and discrimination in Saudi Arabia, though the government claims there is no longer discrimination.

people with disabilities

1 video

EFE Jordan provides economic empowerment training to people with disabilities and collaborates with community-based organizations to help them sell their products.

Faith No More

1 video

Band whose song 'Easy' David Choe would listen to while shoplifting spray cans, repeating lyrics to get into a trance.

Minutemen

1 video

Punk band David Choe listened to as a teenager, reflecting his musical taste.

Minor Threat

1 video

Hardcore punk band David Choe listened to as a teenager, reflecting his musical taste.

Soundgarden

1 video

Band whose song 'Slaves & Bulldozers' David Choe used to play loudly while punching himself in a 'berserker rage' as a teenager.

Retro Dodo

1 video

A YouTube channel run by friends of Casey Neistat that focuses on retro video gaming devices, cited as an example of successful niche content.

Chongqing

1 video

Chinese city where a fake company operates, providing a workspace for jobless individuals to pretend to work.

Bentley University

1 video

The speaker took a course in climate communication there.

Rotary Clubs

1 video

An international service organization with which Tish Rabe collaborated on a book about kindness and friendship.

Humboldt University

1 video

A German university mentioned for using Marx's slogan 'The philosophers have only interpreted the world... the point is to change it.' The guest criticizes this as inappropriate for a philosophy department.

Royal Canadian Army Cadets

1 video

Military youth program that helped discipline Dan Wang during his rebellious childhood.

Willie May Rock Camp

1 video

A rock camp for girls founded by Ingred Hudal in Brooklyn, New York, which was a significant part of her journey.

CRTC

1 video

Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission, mentioned in relation to C11 and its power to manipulate social media algorithms.

Palestinian Islamic Jihad

1 video

An Iran-backed Palestinian militant organization, mentioned as part of Iran's 'axis of resistance'.

Royal Institution

1 video

The scientific research and education institution in London where Michael Faraday worked for nearly 200 years.

Sagal

1 video

A partner location in the Sentinel project for pandemic prevention.

Clay Mathematics Institute

1 video

An organization offering a $1 million prize for the proof of the P vs NP problem.

UN Security Council

1 video

A principal organ of the United Nations responsible for maintaining international peace and security. Resolutions were agreed upon to track terrorist financing.

The School of Life

1 video

Alain de Botton's organization, offering content and books on self-help and emotional growth, with daily content on their website and app.

Jackson Laboratory (Jax Lab)

1 video

A major source of laboratory mice, identified by Brett Weinstein as potentially having unintentionally elongated the telomeres of their mice through breeding protocols, impacting drug testing results.

Clavis AI

1 video

The third startup website reviewed, focused on AI agents using tools reliably.

Freya

1 video

The sixth startup website reviewed, focused on voice AI for enterprise customer service.

Center for Science in the Public Interest

1 video

An organization led by Michael Jacobson, whose director made notable claims about food health in the 1990s.

FTC

1 video

Federal Trade Commission, involved in an antitrust trial against Meta.

DeepLearning.AI

1 video

Provider of the Deep Learning specialization referenced as prior coursework.

Don't Die Podcast

1 video

The podcast hosted by Bryan Johnson where the discussion on sleep is taking place.

Lehman College Applied Muscle Development Lab

1 video

The lab where a study on full range of motion versus partials at long muscle lengths is being conducted.

Washington Institute

1 video

Quoted for analysis that actual convertible deal value of Gulf commitments is closer to $730 billion versus headline $2 trillion.

Defense Intelligence Agency

1 video

Cited estimate (discussed in video) that Iran could produce weapons-grade uranium in a short window — used to explain urgency around nuclear options.

IRGC (Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps)

1 video

Iranian security force discussed as central to regime survival, brutality against protesters, and target of decapitation efforts.

IAEA

1 video

International Atomic Energy Agency referenced regarding historical findings on Iran's past weapons-relevant work and inspections.

Brookings Institution

1 video

Cited for analysis on Shah-era oil boom consequences including inflation, corruption, and political repression.

European Space Agency

1 video

European partner in space astronomy projects mentioned in context of missions.

Forbes College

1 video

A residential college at Princeton University, where both the host and guest were students.

Terrace

1 video

An eating club at Princeton University, where the host was a member.

Uyghur population

1 video

Mentioned in the context of China's human rights abuses, specifically genocide, as a humanitarian objective for US international strategy.

Co-Create Work

1 video

Lita Williams' future-focused coaching and consulting company.

Pioneer Works

1 video

An interdisciplinary cultural center in Brooklyn founded by artist Dustin Yellin and Gabriel Florence, bringing together artists and scientists to explore culture.

Illinois Department of Natural Resources

1 video

An organization that provided data stating that 60% of Illinois was once prairie.

Morton Arboretum

1 video

An institution in Lyall, Illinois, from which Fermilab's director requested landscaping advice, encouraging the seeds of the Fermilab prairie.

HFPA

1 video

The host of the Golden Particles awards, standing for Fundamental Particle Association and indicative of nested science acronyms.

DOE

1 video

Mentioned by the Muon G-2 magnet speaker as one of the entities to thank for the award.

Culinary Institute of America

1 video

Promoting the Mediterranean diet globally and training people in culinary practices consistent with this dietary pattern.

Warner Brothers

1 video

Major film and TV studio; the target of the proposed Netflix merger, with a wide IP library and production capacity.

Paramount Sky Dance

1 video

Entity making a hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros as a counteroffer to Netflix.

Oxfam

1 video

Cited for its annual inequality report, which highlights the rapid wealth accumulation of top individuals.

University of Helsinki

1 video

Collaborated with Dr. Brener's group to discover that people with mitochondrial disease often have low blood NAD levels.

FDA (Food and Drug Administration)

1 video

The regulatory body under which nutritional supplements fall. Niagen has gone through the process of being 'generally regarded as safe' and a 'new dietary ingredient' with the FDA.

American Cancer Society

1 video

An organization that estimates 40% of cancer diagnoses could be prevented through optimal lifestyle choices and provides resources on exercise for cancer patients.

American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Guidelines

1 video

Guidelines released in 2022 recommending aerobic and resistance exercise for all cancer patients being treated with curative intent.

MD Anderson Cancer Center

1 video

A leading cancer treatment center that has exercise specialists and programs for cancer patients.

Reagan administration

1 video

Mentioned in the context of the 1970s inflation and the politically difficult recessions that followed the Fed's actions.

Shang Dynasty

1 video

The ruling dynasty in China during the Bronze Age, which collapsed around 1200 BCE.

IOC

1 video

International Olympic Committee, which has put out sleep-related materials recommending CBTI first for insomnia.

University of Toronto

1 video

CZ's father conducted an exchange program at this Canadian university.

University of British Columbia (UBC)

1 video

CZ's father moved to UBC as an assistant professor after immigrating to Canada. CZ initially received an offer but chose not to attend.

University of Waterloo

1 video

CZ's sister attended this university, and he considered it but ultimately chose McGill because it was better for biology studies at the time.

CIBC

1 video

Canadian bank where the interviewer's boss, Mike Fischer, wrote him a check to pay off his student debt.

American College of Computer Sciences

1 video

An online education program from which CZ eventually obtained his bachelor's degree after not graduating from McGill, to secure work visas in Japan.

Fusion Systems Japan

1 video

An American company in Tokyo where CZ worked on order execution systems for brokers of the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

BTC China (BTCC)

1 video

One of the early Bitcoin exchanges, where Bobby Lee became CEO and Lightseed Ventures invested.

F2Pool

1 video

A major Bitcoin mining pool, founded by 'Silver Fish,' an early Bitcoin miner CZ met in China.

Blockchain.info (Blockchain.com)

1 video

An early Bitcoin wallet provider and explorer, where CZ worked as VP of Engineering and learned about remote work and guerrilla marketing.

OKCoin (OKX)

1 video

A cryptocurrency exchange where CZ served as CTO for about 8 months in 2014-2015, leaving due to cultural differences.

Mount Gox

1 video

A prominent Bitcoin exchange that suffered a major hack and collapse, creating a vacuum in the Japanese crypto market.

Bitfinex

1 video

A large cryptocurrency exchange whose market data was used for Binance's initial demo.

Poloniex

1 video

A popular cryptocurrency exchange in 2017, which internal Binance team members initially aimed to emulate.

Huobi

1 video

A Chinese cryptocurrency exchange that was a competitor to Binance in 2017.

Bitstamp

1 video

A cryptocurrency exchange that was present in the market when Binance launched in 2017.

US Homeland Security

1 video

Government agency that first reached out to Binance for help tracking hackers in late 2017/early 2018, signaling the need for law enforcement interfacing.

EtherDelta

1 video

A decentralized exchange that was hacked in 2017, leading to US government's initial contact with Binance for assistance.

Binance US

1 video

A separate, regulated entity for Binance's operations in the United States, established in 2019 to comply with US regulations.

BitMEX

1 video

A crypto exchange that faced US government scrutiny around 2019, prompting Binance to establish a regulated US entity.

US Department of Justice (DOJ)

1 video

The federal department with which CZ and Binance engaged in prolonged negotiations and legal proceedings, resulting in the plea agreement and sentencing.

Indiana Department of Education

1 video

Provided professional development and a pilot program for educators related to AI.

New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)

1 video

The major stock exchange that sponsored the episode and is described as a modern marketplace and platform for scale and long-term impact.

PNC Bank

1 video

One of the banks publicly integrating with Coinbase for crypto solutions.

Han Empire

1 video

A Chinese empire that attempted to eliminate the steppe peoples, inadvertently forcing migrations that impacted other empires like the Roman Empire.

Democratic Socialists of America (DSA)

1 video

Predicted to be the biggest political winner of 2026, solidifying its influence over the Democratic party, similar to MAGA's impact on Republicans.

Facebook (Meta)

1 video

Mentioned for its unsuccessful attempt to acquire Manis due to geopolitical reasons.

Mistro

1 video

AI company considered a potential acquisition target for a Mag 7 company.

Neural Link

1 video

Brain-computer interface company, mentioned as another asset Elon Musk might consolidate.

Barstool Sports

1 video

Sports media company, its shows and podcasts are moving to Netflix exclusively.

Andreessen Horowitz (Andreessen)

1 video

Venture capital firm, its portfolio company Anduril is implicitly referred to as a potential IPO candidate.

Cal Newport Media

1 video

The YouTube channel where the podcast episodes can be found.

American Physical Society

1 video

A professional society that has awarded major prizes to Dr. Gabrielse.

Red Guard

1 video

Militant student revolutionaries who were instrumental in carrying out the Cultural Revolution, targeting intellectuals and institutions.

Honold Foundation

1 video

Alex Honnold's foundation that supports community solar projects and energy access around the world, contributing to both human well-being and environmental protection.

Breakthrough Starshot

1 video

A program that proposes sending tiny, light-sail-powered spacecraft to 20% light speed using a giant array of lasers.

African Development Bank

1 video

Reported estimated GDP losses for several countries due to the pandemic, which are considered massive underestimates.

i-STEM Education Alliance

1 video

Acknowledged as a partner or collaborator in the CoolThink initiative, likely representing educational technology or innovation.

CCP (Chinese Communist Party)

1 video

Referred to in the context of banned sales of advanced AI technologies.

Offline TV

1 video

A content house where Pokimane used to live and where other members still reside. They collaborate on various content projects.

US EPA

1 video

The US Environmental Protection Agency, which recently set legal limits for PFAS in drinking water, significantly lowering acceptable levels.

Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities and Trust

1 video

Generous supporter of the MIT AI and Education Summit.

Glamour

1 video

Magazine that featured an article about Graham Stefan's lifestyle and income.

Indiana State University

1 video

Where Dr. Taylor completed her PhD in neuroanatomy.

SETI Institute

1 video

The Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence, whose analogy of scooping a cup of water from the ocean is used to illustrate the vastness of space search.

Hayden Planetarium

1 video

The planetarium where Neil deGrasse Tyson once taught a class, leading to an amusing anecdote about an astrologer student.

The Rayburn House Office Building

1 video

A congressional office building in Washington D.C., where Tyson encountered a young Earth creationist on the science committee, prompting reflection on the electorate's role.

Big Time Rush

1 video

A Disney band that One Direction supported on tour, marking a moment where Louis realized their unexpected popularity.

Borussia Dortmund

1 video

German football club that Klopp managed, where he achieved significant success after leaving Mainz, transforming the club and city.

Liverpool FC

1 video

The football club Klopp managed for nine years, which he transformed into a highly successful team, emphasizing community and relentless effort.

Everton FC

1 video

Liverpool's local rival, mentioned as an important opponent, despite many great people being Everton fans.

Crystal Palace FC

1 video

Football club mentioned as an example of a team that succeeds without having the best players or most money.

AFC Bournemouth

1 video

Football club mentioned as an example of a team that succeeds without having the best players or most money, and whose victories are less scrutinized than bigger clubs.

Arsenal FC

1 video

A Premier League rival club, mentioned as having an 'incredible squad'.

Manchester City FC

1 video

A strong Premier League rival, mentioned for their incredible squad and financial strength.

Chelsea FC

1 video

A Premier League rival club, whose seemingly chaotic transfer market strategy is noted as potentially paying off with a strong squad.

Pew Research

1 video

Cited as the source for statistics on increasing political polarization in America.

Amtrak

1 video

A passenger rail service mentioned for its 'quiet car' analogy, demonstrating how high expectations can lead to frustration even in desirable environments.

American Psychiatric Association

1 video

An organization the speaker is trying to get to codify sugar and ultra-processed food addiction as a bonafide diagnosis for remediation and therapy.

USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)

1 video

Government body whose guidelines for added sugar (12 teaspoons/day) could lead to significant weight loss and healthcare savings if followed.

SNAP (Supplementary Nutrition Assistance Program)

1 video

A federal government subsidy program (food stamps) that the speaker advocates for fixing to remove soda from eligible purchases and divert funds to healthy foods.

MAPS (Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies)

1 video

An organization praised for its research into using psychedelic molecules for mental health disorders like treatment-resistant depression, PTSD, and anxiety.

INXS

1 video

An Australian band whose album Matthew McConaughey listened to on cassette during his youth exchange in Australia. Michael Hutchence was their lead singer.

American Diabetes Association (ADA)

1 video

An organization that in its 2019 consensus report described type 2 diabetes as the most evidence-based nutritional strategy to reverse the disease using ketogenic diets.

True North Health

1 video

The health center where Dr. Goldhammer practices and conducts studies on fasting.

MI6

1 video

The Secret Intelligence Service, the foreign intelligence agency of the United Kingdom.

Dallas Cowboys

1 video

An American football team whose rise under Jerry Jones is featured in a Netflix series discussed by the host.

Vodafone Business

1 video

A partner supporting founders and small businesses with digital skills, offering the 'business.connected' content series.

Laurentian University

1 video

The university where researcher Michael Persinger conducted studies on stimulating the brain to induce religious experiences.

Every Cure

1 video

A nonprofit organization founded by Dr. David Fajgenbaum that scans global biomedical knowledge using AI and machine learning to find new uses for existing drugs to treat rare and common diseases.

British Herbal Medicine Association

1 video

An organization where Dr. Simon Mills was a board member.

Council for Complimentary Alternative Medicine

1 video

An organization launched in Parliament by former Prime Minister Alec Douglas-Home, where Dr. Simon Mills was the first chair.

European Scientific Cooperative on Phytotherapy (ESCOP)

1 video

An organization focused on herbal medicine, for which Dr. Simon Mills served as secretary.

Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry

1 video

A publication cited in 2011 for associating long-term green tea consumption with a lower risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease.

UCSB

1 video

University of California, Santa Barbara, where John Martinis worked for a decade, building a quantum computer.

Ernst & Young

1 video

One of the large accounting firms mentioned where young, ambitious people can attend events and network to build connections.

Ritz Carlton

1 video

Cited as an example of a business that empowered frontline employees by giving them cash to solve customer problems, inspiring Newsom's 'failure award' concept.

Journal of Sex Research

1 video

A publication where a 2021 study on women's emotional responses to sex was discussed, noting their increased desire for postcoital closeness.

4B movement (South Korea)

1 video

A movement in South Korea where women are opting not to have children, creating current social tension.

Samuel Ling

1 video

A Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Scotland that opened its doors to people wanting to be monks for a year, where the speaker eventually stayed for 30 years.

Central banks

1 video

Mentioned in the context of government-issued currency and its potential for disruption by cryptocurrencies.

Rokpa

1 video

A charity run by Akong Rinpoche that managed projects in Tibet, including feeding orphans and supporting schools and hospitals.

We Can't Consent To This

1 video

A group founded by Louise Perry and other feminists to campaign against the loosening of BDSM laws in the UK, due to increasing cases of women dying during consensual violent sex acts.

Institute for Family Studies

1 video

A research institute for which Erica Komisar wrote an article on the negative statistics and mental health implications of hookup culture.

Federal Reserve Bank

1 video

The central bank model discussed as a framework for macroeconomic analysis, with its machinery potentially oriented towards demand-side explanations for inflation.

Complex

1 video

Media company that hosted a podcast where Scooter Braun previously shared his baseball analogy about success.

YoungBloodZ

1 video

Hip-hop group Scooter Braun worked with while at So So Def.

Emory University

1 video

University Scooter Braun attended before dropping out to pursue his music career.

One Direction

1 video

Boy band, whose members experienced the intense pressure of early fame, exemplified by Liam Payne's struggles.

Al-Anon

1 video

Support group for families and friends of alcoholics, recommended to Scooter Braun when dealing with an artist's addiction.

Saturday Night Live

1 video

Jimmy Fallon's ultimate career goal from a young age, which he eventually achieved, leading to his later talk show roles.

The Improv

1 video

A comedy club in LA where Jimmy Fallon performed early in his career for very little pay, gaining crucial stage time.

Groundlings

1 video

An improv troop in LA where Jimmy Fallon took classes, having heard that many SNL cast members had studied there.

The Comic Strip

1 video

A comedy club in New York where Jimmy Fallon had his first SNL audition, performing his 'troll bit'.

Leaders of the New School

1 video

The hip-hop group Busta Rhymes co-founded, which performed at the Apollo Amateur Night. Members included Charlie Brown, Dinco D, and Milo.

Pirate Software

1 video

Another streamer who won the programming category at the Streamer Awards, inspiring The Primeagen to go full-time with his streaming.

Serious Fun

1 video

A charity that receives a lot of money from the sales of Jimmy Fallon's 'Tonight Dough' ice cream.

IRS (Internal Revenue Service)

1 video

Example demonstrating that digitization (like replacing accountants with computers) shifts job roles rather than necessarily shrinking the overall workforce.

NHS

1 video

The UK's National Health Service, cited as a source for cancer statistics.

University of Montreal

1 video

Research conducted here showed that tea bags can shed billions of microplastic particles.

Institute Gustave Roussy

1 video

Cancer research institute in Paris where Dr. Lawrence Zitvogel conducts her work on immunotherapy.

MLB

1 video

Jeff Cavaliere has been trusted by MLB as a physical therapist and strength coach.

National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)

1 video

Jeff obtained his Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist certification from the NSCA, which qualified him to work for the Mets.

New York Mets

1 video

Jeff Cavaliere worked for the New York Mets professional baseball team after receiving his certification.

HBCU

1 video

Historically Black Colleges and Universities, mentioned in the context of discussions about the educational environments and validation of Black students.

Kaiserlautern

1 video

The poorest area of the city where Master Sha Hungi grew up.

SAS

1 video

The Special Air Service, a special forces unit of the British Army, with whom Joe Navarro worked during his time in the FBI's SWAT team.

Psychology Today

1 video

A publication for which Joe Navarro has written, where he postulated on the reasons for facial touching as a stress-relief mechanism.

Mullen Commission

1 video

A commission established by the New York mayor to investigate the extent of corruption within the NYPD, where Mike Dow testified.

Crossroads School for Arts and Sciences

1 video

Evan Spiegel's former school, which inspired Snapchat's 'council' practice for team connection.

UC San Diego

1 video

One of the universities Dr. Dispenza's research team collaborates with for their studies on meditation and the mind-body connection.

Give to Give Foundation

1 video

Dr. Dispenza's nonprofit that works with veterans, creating programs to help them heal from physical and emotional injuries.

Comic Relief

1 video

An organization that inadvertently outed Ruby Wax's mental illness experience through a public campaign poster.

Attachment Circle

1 video

A nonprofit started by Erica Kamar to support isolated mothers dealing with the challenges of mothering.

The New England Journal of Medicine/National Library of Medicine

1 video

Cited as a source for research on the link between Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and ADHD.

NYPD

1 video

New York Police Department, where Evy Poumpouras worked before becoming a Secret Service agent.

US Secret Service

1 video

Federal law enforcement agency that lost its New York field office in World Trade Center 7 during 9/11.

Hadza people

1 video

A modern hunter-gatherer tribe in Kenya and Tanzania, studied for insights into ancestral human lifestyles and happiness levels.

Stanford's Persuasive Technology Lab

1 video

Lab directed by BJ Fogg, focused on how people change behavior.

Imperial College London

1 video

A university in London mentioned for leading research on psilocybin for treatment-resistant depression.

Discover Magazine

1 video

A magazine that listed Dr. Amen's study on distinguishing PTSD from TBI.

Arena

1 video

A platform for measuring, understanding, and advancing AI capabilities based on real-world user feedback and organic usage.

Los Angeles Children's Hospital

1 video

Hospital with which Dr. Amen collaborated on a study about depression.

Change Your Brain Foundation

1 video

Dr. Amen's foundation that raises money for research, education, service, and conducted a study on conversational prayer and speaking in tongues.

International Journal of Molecular Sciences

1 video

The journal where Dr. Bikman and Paul Reynolds published their study on diesel exhaust gas and insulin resistance.

Almond Board of California

1 video

Funder of Dr. Berry's study on almond nuts and snack swaps, with an emphasis on no influence over study design or publication.

Republican Party

1 video

A major US political party, whose brand is described as less powerful than Donald Trump's personal brand.

National Health Service (NHS)

1 video

The UK's public healthcare system, used to illustrate how traditional employment structures (like doctors' salaries) often fall within a 'bell curve' of limited earning potential, contrasting with 'power law' opportunities in digital spaces.

Harvard School of Public Health

1 video

Where Dr. Ede took a graduate course during her years of independent study on nutrition science.

Hallowell Center

1 video

An ADHD Specialty Clinic outside Boston where Dr. Ede worked for two years, gaining extensive experience in treating ADHD.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)

1 video

A program mentioned for its approach to helping individuals take responsibility for their actions and work through resentments in overcoming addiction, particularly through its 12 steps.

NCI.University

1 video

Short for NeuroCognitive Intelligence University, Chase Hughes's homepage and main platform for learning about his work and accessing downloadable resources.

Homeboy Industries

1 video

A program in Los Angeles for formerly incarcerated men, which uses a trauma-based approach to healing by providing care, safety, and community.

San Quentin Prison

1 video

A famous prison in California that has adopted a trauma-based approach using Dr. van der Kolk's book, incorporating group work and movement classes like dancing.

Johns Hopkins University

1 video

Conducted studies on psilocybin for depression, showing significant symptom reduction and remission, emphasizing the importance of safe set and setting.

Truth and Reconciliation Councils (South Africa)

1 video

Mentioned as an example of the healing power of being heard after atrocities, avoiding further conflict by allowing people to tell their stories.

Greylock Partners

1 video

Venture capital firm where Reid Hoffman is a partner, known for investing in both safe bets and contrarian ideas like Airbnb.

IRS

1 video

US Internal Revenue Service. Mentioned as a potential tool for political retaliation, possibly through audits.

Quincy, Massachusetts

1 video

The town south of Boston where MrBallen grew up, described as a working-class and tough place that influenced his early rebellious behavior.

University of Massachusetts

1 video

The college MrBallen attended, described as a big party school where he initially failed academically and was involved in a riot.

Elite Meet

1 video

A charity started by MrBallen and Jordan Celik, which organizes networking events for transitioning military veterans and private sector hiring managers to facilitate job placement.

Human Awareness Institute (HAI)

1 video

An organization that offers workshops on sex, love, and intimacy, which Susan and Tim attended to improve their relationship.

Voice of America (VOA)

1 video

US government-funded international media organization, historically purposed to transmit information into countries with restricted media access, like the Soviet Union and Russia.

Imperial War Museum

1 video

Museum in London mentioned for its World War I exhibit, which strikingly resembles the current trench warfare in Ukraine.

Harvard Health

1 video

Cited by the host regarding research on beauty and hair products marketed to Black women containing endocrine disruptors.

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

1 video

A US government agency cited for the statistic that indoor air quality can be up to five times worse than outdoor air quality.

Karolinska Institute

1 video

Described as the 'best dental school in the world' by Dr. Samson, where she received some of her dental training. It is noted for its focus on the mouth-body connection and saliva testing.

British Dental Journal

1 video

A dentistry publication that cited Dr. Samson's research paper on oral hygiene and COVID-19 complications as one of its most cited and viewed articles.

Commodity Trading Houses (on Ethereum)

1 video

Trading houses in soft commodities (cocoa, sugar, corn) that built their shipping contracts, quality of goods contracts, and letters of credit on Ethereum in 2020 to introduce a verifiable source of truth.

University of Miami

1 video

The institution where Luis Elizondo studied microbiology, immunology, and parasitology.

Department of Defense Office of Pre-publication and Security Review (DOSR)

1 video

The US government process that former defense officials must go through to get written materials cleared before publication to ensure no classified information is disclosed.

Project Blue Book

1 video

A historical USAF study of UFOs, mentioned as a predecessor to AATIP and part of the broader 'Legacy program'.

Uber Labs

1 video

Uber's internal laboratory that researched how to build the perfect taxi app, discovering that reducing uncertainty was a major factor in user satisfaction.

New York University (NYU)

1 video

The university where the guest pursued his master's degree in the Department of Culture and Communication, studying the cultural approaches to death and dying.

etc: A Review of General Semantics

1 video

The journal of general semantics where the guest's master's thesis, 'Metaphor and Mortality: The Semantics of Death and Dying', was published.

Eton College

1 video

An exclusive school where Boris Johnson received a scholarship. He highlights the disproportionate number of UK Prime Ministers who attended Eton, calling it a 'broken' system.

Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement

1 video

Mentioned in the context of the 'black tile' social media trend, demonstrating how well-meaning emotional reactions can lead to counterproductive actions and an attack on those not participating.

US Census Bureau

1 video

Cited for statistics on single population in the US.

Appalachian State University

1 video

Where Dr. Israetel completed his master's degree in exercise science.

Benson School of Retail at McGill

1 video

A retail faculty at McGill University, funded by Ben Sadoun.

Media's group

1 video

Mentioned as a baseline for comparison, their model (1.6) was outperformed by Size Zero.

Fatah

1 video

One of the Palestinian factions that kidnapped Dr. Saad's parents during the Lebanese Civil War.

US Army

1 video

Bob McGrew has an new role exploring the future of AI with the US Army.

US Army Reserve

1 video

Bob McGrew's new role within this organization involves advising on technology.

Sports Illustrated

1 video

A sports magazine where David Epstein worked as a science writer, pitching a story about sudden cardiac death in athletes. This role shaped his career transition.

International Speedway Corporation

1 video

A major customer that leased 1,500 generators for its NASCAR tracks and had DC Solar sponsor NASCAR events, including plastering the name on race cars.

Thrasher Magazine

1 video

Skateboarding magazine for which Andrew Huberman occasionally wrote music articles to earn extra money during his post-doc.

House of Flowers

1 video

A location in San Francisco, potentially a funeral home or memorial site, where Andrew Huberman attended the memorial service for his graduate adviser, Barbara Chapman.

Columbia family

1 video

The mafia family Michael Franzese's father was part of, and later Michael himself joined. It was one of the five major mafia families in New York.

Gambino family

1 video

One of the five major mafia families in New York, mentioned as having about 250 'made guys' during Michael Franzese's era.

Genovese family

1 video

One of the five major mafia families in New York, mentioned as having about 250 'made guys' during Michael Franzese's era.

Bonanno family

1 video

One of the five major mafia families in New York, mentioned as having a smaller number of 'made guys' compared to the Gambino and Genovese families.

The Gemini Club

1 video

A club owned by Roy DeMeo where gruesome murders and dismemberments were described by informants.

Long Island Press

1 video

A now out-of-circulation Long Island newspaper that published an article, containing false information, about Michael Franzese becoming powerful enough to start his own mafia family.

Westwood Hills Christian Church

1 video

The church that rallied around Michael Franzese's wife and children while he was in prison, providing support.

UnHerd

1 video

A platform for which Bret Weinstein wrote an article describing a scenario of grid collapse due to a solar event.

CDC (Centers for Disease Control)

1 video

U.S. public health agency criticized for providing incorrect or counterproductive advice during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Wuhan Institute of Virology

1 video

A laboratory in China strongly suspected as the origin point for SARS-CoV-2, possibly due to gain-of-function research.

Spice Girls

1 video

A famous girl group mentioned by the host as an example of a band that reformed after many years.

Beti

1 video

The village that Francis Ngannou left at 22 years old to pursue his boxing dream in the city of Douala.

Douala

1 video

Cameroon's largest city where Francis Ngannou moved at 22 to start boxing, as there were no gyms in his village.

Sahara Desert

1 video

Part of Ngannou's perilous journey from Cameroon to Europe, where he encountered dead animals in water and skeletons.

Red Cross

1 video

The organization that eventually rescued Ngannou and his group after their successful seventh attempt to cross the ocean to Spain.

MMA Factory

1 video

The gym in France where Ngannou started training mixed martial arts in 2013.

San Francisco Giants

1 video

A Major League Baseball team that Dr. Mah has worked with to improve players' sleep, scheduling, and travel.

The Farm (CIA Field Tradecraft Course FTC)

1 video

The CIA's field tradecraft course where new field officers are trained to understand and operate outside societal conditioning.

NHS (National Health Service)

1 video

The UK's healthcare system, initially praised for training doctors, but criticized for systemic strain, missed opportunities, and perceived failures in patient care due to diet-related diseases and the influence of industrial lobbies.

British Medical Journal (BMJ)

1 video

Cited as the source for an investigation into the MHRA's funding, revealing 86% comes from Big Pharma.

MHRA (Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency)

1 video

The UK's medical regulator, claimed to be not independent due to 86% of its funding coming from Big Pharma, leading to a huge bias.

British Heart Foundation

1 video

Institution whose stance on vaccine risks and heart disease is questioned, as it is seen as part of the establishment blinded to Big Pharma's influence.

Wheaton College

1 video

Where Dr. Vonda Wright earned her degree in biology.

Rush University

1 video

An institution that offered a program for individuals with a bachelor's degree to quickly train in nursing and earn a master's degree, which Dr. Wright attended.

Rush Cancer Institute

1 video

Where Dr. Wright worked as a cancer nurse and ran the institute with a physician after completing her nursing degree.

PRIMA (Performance and Research Initiative for Master's Athletes)

1 video

A research group Dr. Wright formed that studied 3,000 Master's athletes over 50 competing in the National Senior Games to investigate bone density and activity.

American Institute for Boys and Men

1 video

The first think tank dedicated to researching and addressing challenges faced by boys and men in modern society, founded by Richard Reeves.

Demos

1 video

A think tank that Richard Reeves ran before working in the UK government.

University of Warwick

1 video

Where Richard Reeves earned a PhD in philosophy.

World Health Assembly

1 video

Taiwan's potential access to meetings is discussed as part of international support efforts.

Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI)

1 video

An organization that published an 'interesting review' on obesogens, detailing studies and lists of chemicals altering stem cells into fat cells.

Barley Breathwork

1 video

Host's partner runs this breathwork studio, committed to using breath to heal people.

Rape Crisis Center

1 video

A charity where Louise Perry worked that exposed her to the realities of sexual violence, leading her to question standard feminist theories.

Consent Is This

1 video

A charity Louise Perry is involved with that recorded a 10-fold increase in 'rough sex' between 1996 and 2016 and successfully campaigned for legal changes regarding related deaths.

Canary Wharf

1 video

London's financial district, mentioned as the location where a young man in a crowd of peers asked Simon Sinek how to make friends, highlighting the modern crisis of social connection.

Addenbrooke's Hospital

1 video

A hospital in Cambridge, UK, known for its research on leptin deficiency.

Women's Brain Initiative

1 video

Directed by Dr. Lisa Mosconi, this initiative focuses on gender neurology, studying how brain health differs in women and men.

Alzheimer's Prevention Program

1 video

Led by Dr. Lisa Mosconi at New York Presbyterian, focusing on supporting cognitive health and reducing dementia risk.

Oasis

1 video

A popular band that Robson and Jerome outsold for two years, highlighting the unexpected success engineered by Simon Cowell.

Westlife

1 video

A successful band signed by Simon Cowell, whose album hitting number one coincided with the tragic news of his father's passing.

Fora Fertility

1 video

A fertility clinic founded by Dr. Natalie Crawford and Amanda Skiller in Austin in 2020, focusing on personalized care for fertility patients.

Ellen DeGeneres Show

1 video

Dr. Mike was initially scheduled to appear on this show but was bumped for Hillary Clinton's presidential bid announcement.

Steve Harvey Show

1 video

Dr. Mike reached out to this show after being bumped from Ellen, but they were no longer interested.

Arctic Council

1 video

An international forum for the Arctic states. China is an observer but not a member, limiting its decision-making power.

Memorial Sloan Kettering hospital

1 video

The hospital where Dr. Mike's mother was being treated for CLL cancer.

Consumer Labs

1 video

Mentioned as an organization that tests supplements and finds they often do not contain listed ingredients or have incorrect dosages.

Consumer Reports

1 video

Mentioned as an organization that tests supplements and finds they often do not contain listed ingredients or have incorrect dosages.

CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)

1 video

Public health standards from the CDC should be challenged with good reason, not just personal opinion.

Z93

1 video

A heritage radio station in Charleston where Charlamagne started his career and where The Breakfast Club is now broadcast.

Hot 98.9

1 video

An up-and-coming radio station in Charleston where Charlamagne took a full-time gig, making $19,000 a year.

Black Effect Podcast Network

1 video

Charlamagne tha God's podcast network, which houses about 30 podcasts and provides numerous opportunities for creatives.

UCSF Food Industry Documents Library

1 video

A library holding documents revealing how the sugar industry intentionally misled the public and paid scientists to downplay sugar's harms.

National Institute of Dental Research (NIDR)

1 video

An institute whose study sections were infiltrated by the sugar industry to redirect funding from nutrition research to a cavities vaccine.

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

1 video

Hospital where Dr. Lustig conducted research on massively obese children with brain tumors, which led to his understanding of insulin's role in obesity.

Hebrew University of Jerusalem

1 video

Academic institution where Dr. Arrat Manigo-Oran conducts research on nutrition.

Blair Government (UK)

1 video

The UK government during the 2000s, which successfully intervened to reduce sodium in ultra-processed foods by working with manufacturers, leading to a significant reduction in hypertension and stroke.

Centers for Disease Control (CDC)

1 video

US government agency that conducts the NHANES study, providing data on health metrics and chemical exposures.

Second City Comedy School

1 video

A comedy school in New York where Rebel Wilson received a scholarship from Nicole Kidman, further developing her comedic skills after realizing big girls do well in comedy.

The Running Charity

1 video

The charity Russ Cook raised money for during his Africa run, supporting young people experiencing homelessness or at risk.

SBS

1 video

British Special Boat Service, another special operations unit comparable to Navy SEALs.

Singularity University

1 video

An organization that sent an email to Kate Too which included a quote from Bryan Johnson about merging with AI, inspiring her to work with him.

WME

1 video

An organization related to the entertainment industry, where Ronda is interning in the story department to learn screenwriting and coverage writing.

Sage Journals

1 video

A publisher of academic journals, cited for a study indicating men show less attraction to women who outsmart them.

MIT incubators

1 video

High-performance environments where Dr. K worked with CEOs and entrepreneurs in his private practice.

University of Virginia

1 video

Cited as an institution where a researcher conducted studies on past lives.

MSS

1 video

An intelligence service, mentioned alongside other intelligence agencies.

Center for Sports Performance

1 video

A center at Cal State Fullerton where Dr. Galpin directs research and disseminates findings to enhance human performance across various domains.

Hinge Labs

1 video

The research division of Hinge, focused on studying dating patterns to improve user effectiveness and create better dating experiences.

Matchmaking Agency

1 video

Paul Brunson's previous business that focused on relationship science and client assessment through interviewing friends and family.

Black Cultural Archives in Brixton

1 video

An exhibit location in South London where a friend of Paul Brunson went to experience the 'premium effect' in real life, making new friends.

New York Public Library

1 video

Visited to research the history of electricity and its societal impact, drawing parallels to current AI fears.

Mt. Ida College

1 video

The speaker's college, notable for its high percentage of students on financial aid from diverse backgrounds.

University of California at Berkeley

1 video

Kaplan's undergraduate alma mater.

University of Washington

1 video

Kaplan's PhD alma mater.

NRC (Nuclear Regulatory Commission)

1 video

The regulatory body for nuclear energy in the US, which has shifted from being anti-nuclear to supportive.

Wellesley

1 video

Mentioned as an academic institution where ideas like unexamined privilege originated.

Illuminati

1 video

A secret organization allegedly created by Weishaupt and Frank, which according to the theory, controls the world by infiltrating other societies like the Freemasons.

Freemasons

1 video

An influential secret society, supposedly infiltrated by the Illuminati, whose mission includes achieving godhood through science, creating the nuclear bomb, killing a king (JFK), and creating AI.

Toyota Research Institute

1 video

Collaborated with Boston Dynamics to develop a generalist AI model for the Atlas robot.

Hyundai Motor Group

1 video

Deployed Boston Dynamics' Atlas robot in its production sites for repetitive tasks.

Deote

1 video

A business that trusts and uses ODU software.

International Federation of Robotics

1 video

Reported that over half of all robots sold globally in 2023 were made in China.

Dave's Garage

1 video

Dave Plummer's popular YouTube channel where he shares programming insights and stories.

NYU Stern

1 video

Scott Galloway teaches at this business school, noting that 70-80% of his students expect to be in the top 1% of income earners.

African Youth Network

1 video

An organization in Uganda that partners with Job Tech Alliance to onboard, support, and engage refugees on digital job platforms.

SAG-AFTRA

1 video

The union representing actors and stage workers, with 83% of members not qualifying for health insurance due to low earnings, illustrating the difficulty of making a living in 'vanity industries.'

IDF Soldiers

1 video

Mentioned as an example of a setting (Nova Music Festival memorial in Israel) where young men and women are forced into physical interaction, leading to mentorship, business partnerships, and mating opportunities.

Red Rocks Church

1 video

A 'new age Christian church' in Austin noted for attracting young, attractive people, serving as an example of a 'third space' for socialization and community.

Silver Sneakers

1 video

A fitness program mentioned as a starting point for older adults to engage in group exercise.

Gospel R32

1 video

A sports team mentioned in the context of winning a competitive match.

British Esports Student Championship

1 video

A championship that allows students to compete against other colleges and schools across the country.

Zepai

1 video

An organization where graph RAG for AI agent memory was found to improve accuracy by over 18% and reduce latency by 90%.

Offbeat

1 video

A learning and development platform and fellowship program co-founded by the guest, Lavinia Mehedintu, serving L&D professionals.

Academy of Ideas

1 video

The work of two brothers from Canada that creates videos combating negative ideologies, with a membership program for exclusive content.

Computer Professionals for Social Responsibility

1 video

An organization the speaker co-founded, which argued against the feasibility and reliability of the Strategic Defense Initiative.

Governor's Island

1 video

A trust Gorov Kapadia serves on the board of trustees for.

CoinShares

1 video

A firm that provides price predictions for Bitcoin.

Galaxy Digital

1 video

A firm that provides price predictions for Bitcoin.

International Fish Oil Standards (IFOS)

1 video

An organization that provides third-party testing for fish oil supplements, measuring omega-3 concentration, contaminants, and oxidation levels.

Brandeis University

1 video

A university founded after Louis Brandeis.

Entebbe Virus Institute

1 video

An existing viral institute in Uganda that provided some pre-existing infrastructure.

Survey Center on American Life

1 video

An organization that conducted a study in 2021 finding a significant decrease in the number of men reporting close friends.

UNESCO Institute for Statistics

1 video

An organization whose enrollment rate data is referenced to show that while gender gaps in education are narrowing, male enrollment is stagnating or worsening in some areas.

National Bureau of Economic Research

1 video

An organization that published a study recommending prioritization of reading in early elementary years for boys.

Education Policy Institute

1 video

An institute whose findings suggest that consistent routines, family outreach, and in-school tutoring improve attendance.

Men's Sheds

1 video

Initiatives in Australia that aim to reduce isolation and support the well-being of men.

Childcare Canada

1 video

An organization whose research indicates that when paternity leave is available, fathers are more involved in child-rearing.

AKO Capital

1 video

Nicolai Tangen's previous investment company that he helped set up.

XN

1 video

Gorov Kapadia's investment firm, which focuses on concentrated public markets investing and opportunistic private investing.

Melon Foundation

1 video

A foundation Gorov Kapadia serves on the board of trustees for.

Whitney Museum of American Art

1 video

A museum Gorov Kapadia serves on the board of trustees for. Later discussed as an example of museum strengths and weaknesses.

Institute for Constitutional Advocacy and Protection

1 video

An institute Gorov Kapadia is a member of.

State Department

1 video

U.S. government department where Gorov Kapadia worked on economic sanctions policy.

Ottoman Empire

1 video

Used as a case study for the decline caused by foreign financial control and subversion by revolutionary movements.

Young Turks

1 video

A revolutionary group financed by the British and French to overthrow the Ottoman Empire, advocating for secularism, liberalism, and individualism.

MoMA

1 video

The Museum of Modern Art in New York City, mentioned for its 'MoMA Store' concept expanding museum reach.

Sabbatean Frankists

1 video

Crypto-Jewish followers of Sabbatai Zevi who aligned with the British Empire, possessing diaspora networks, capital, and revolutionary cells.

VNA Museum

1 video

The Victoria and Albert Museum in London, cited for its innovative approach to displaying storage contents.

Rothschild banking dynasty

1 video

A powerful banking family that has historically influenced global finance and politics, exemplified by their role in the Battle of Waterloo and financing revolutions.

Reubel collection

1 video

Museum in Miami, discussed critically for its current exhibition compared to the previously accessible Dela Cruz collection.

Dela Cruz collection

1 video

A formerly accessible and exciting art collection in Miami that has since closed.

Uncut magazine

1 video

A magazine that called Rebecca's album 'Before the Future' a 'triumph of dramatic storytelling'.

The Libertarian Institute

1 video

An organization directed by Scott Horton.

Cost of War Project (Brown University)

1 video

A research project from Brown University that provides estimates on the human and financial costs of post-9/11 wars.

fff.org (Future Freedom Foundation)

1 video

A foundation housing articles and information, specifically an article titled 'Where Did Iraq Get Its Weapons of Mass Destruction' which details Western support for Saddam Hussein's chemical weapons program.

Ludwig von Mises Institute

1 video

A libertarian think tank promoting Austrian economics, whose scholars are credited with correctly identifying the causes of business cycles.

Rand Institute

1 video

Collaborated with the National Bureau of Economic Research and USC to study the impact of shelter-in-place orders, finding an association with more excess deaths.

USC

1 video

Participated in a study with the National Bureau of Economic Research and Rand Institute that linked longer shelter-in-place orders to increased excess deaths.

MAGA party

1 video

A political group within the US where some believe Trump is captured by the Israeli government.

DPP government

1 video

The current ruling party in Taiwan, which is facing parliamentary opposition that hinders arms purchases.

KMT

1 video

Taiwanese political party expected to be elected, perceived as more sympathetic to China.

Balmar Pharmacy

1 video

A compounding pharmacy in Colorado that provides low-dose naltrexone (LDN) at approximately $30 a month, as it cannot be obtained at standard pharmacies.

CTS Kazak

1 video

A YouTube channel and science communication platform started by the author.

American Psychiatric Association (APA)

1 video

An organization involved in the propaganda campaign to promote the chemical imbalance theory, conferring intellectual legitimacy upon the enterprise.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

1 video

A nonprofit organization that provided moral authority to the coalition promoting the chemical imbalance theory.

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)

1 video

A government agency that put its stamp of approval on the narrative of mental disorders as brain diseases and launched programs like the Depression Awareness, Recognition, and Treatment (DART) initiative.

Pharisees

1 video

A group that taught the oral law of Moses and became the new elite (rabbis) in the Jewish diaspora.

Dönmeh

1 video

Approximately 300 families who followed Shabtai Zevi after his conversion to Islam, eventually coming to control Turkey.

Jesuits

1 video

A religious order of the Catholic Church that the Frankists reportedly infiltrated.

Order of the Golden Dawn

1 video

A secret society that William Butler Yeats was a member of.

Florida International University

1 video

University where the authors of the paper are philosophers.

University of South Florida (USF)

1 video

Dr. D'Agostino co-teaches at USF and mentions a large hyperbaric oxygen therapy study taking place there.

NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts program

1 video

Provided funding in 2020 for the feasibility study of the Lunar Crater Radio Telescope.

Sunrise

1 video

Mentioned as an example of a climate hub that students can join.

Pyantic AI

1 video

An organization whose integration was used in a demo of a to-do application built with Copilot Kit.

Ionic framework

1 video

A component library for mobile development built with Stencil. The team behind Ionic developed Stencil.

MIT Climate Policy Center

1 video

A new center at MIT working with policymakers at state, national, and international levels to address climate change.

MIT Climate Project

1 video

An initiative announced by President Sally Cornbluth to bring together all MIT schools and disciplines to impact climate change trajectory.

Subject to Climate

1 video

The nonprofit organization led by Margaret Wang that helps educators integrate climate into all grade levels and subjects.

Sunrise Movement

1 video

A youth climate hub in Somerville that Naima's students were part of, highlighting local climate advocacy.

Center for Systems Awareness

1 video

A nonprofit organization focused on compassion-based education reform, where Leilia is involved.

Boston Green Academy

1 video

A school where Dave Kramer works, integrating climate and sustainability education across the curriculum.

Southern Cross University

1 video

Collaborators who developed droplet cannons for marine cloud brightening research.

National Lampoon

1 video

Humor magazine where Eric Weinstein first learned about the Klein bottle through a satirical short story, demonstrating an unexpected pathway to scientific curiosity.

KATE (Climate Action Through Education) team

1 video

Contributed to the organization of the Day of Climate event and provides curriculum resources.

Boston Earth Day team

1 video

Contributed to the organization of the Day of Climate event.

MIT Environmental Solutions Initiative

1 video

Developed curriculum on urban heat islands, climate justice, geothermal energy networks, and high school topics.

Cambridge Public School collaborators

1 video

Contributed curriculum on cube satellites for exploring outer space and urban ecology for elementary students and up.

Needham High School

1 video

Tish Rabe's high school where she had both a phenomenal music director and English teacher who influenced her career.

Ithaca College

1 video

College where Tish Rabe studied opera, graduating in the class of '72.

Pajama Program

1 video

An organization that provides pajamas and books to children facing adversity, which inspired Tish Rabe's 'Sweet Dreams' book.

Beyond Bedtime

1 video

The current name of the Pajama Program, an organization providing resources to children.

Mystic Chamber of Commerce

1 video

organization Tish Rabe joined to network for her new company, which led to the commission of a book about their town.

United Through Reading

1 video

An organization that records deployed service members reading to their children, inspiring Tish Rabe's book for military families.

Girls Write WitT

1 video

A writing group to whom Tish Rabe gave a presentation addressing writer's block.

Karan Foundation

1 video

One of the organizers of the Migration Summit 2024.

UC Berkeley

1 video

Institution whose researchers conducted a study on AI's impact on work pace and employee stress.

Fermilab Quantum Institute

1 video

The institute at Fermilab headed by Dr. Joe Lykken, focusing on Quantum Institute research.

Kashi

1 video

A prediction market platform that saw significant betting volume during the Super Bowl.

Department of Energy

1 video

The US Department of Energy, which funds research into quantum computing and the Quantum Internet.

Argonne National Lab

1 video

A national laboratory collaborating on the quantum teleportation network project.

Brooklyn Museum

1 video

Museum where the speaker saw a holographic projection of 'The Disappearance of Lady Macbeth'.

UCLA Medical Center

1 video

Michael Ovitz was chairman of the hospital for many years, raised money for it, and brought IMP to design and build it after an earthquake.

Sky News

1 video

Considered by Michael Ovitz to offer the most 'neutral' spin among the three news sources he watches daily (CNN, Fox, Sky News), helping him avoid bias.

Premier League

1 video

A major European football league that contacted Michael Ovitz, seeking his company's technology to combat widespread illegal streaming and downloads of their games.

Hoover Institution

1 video

Think tank where Dan Wang and Phil Zelico are colleagues.

European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)

1 video

The European counterpart to the FAA, contrasted with the FAA for its stronger certification and less delegated oversight.

Marginal Revolution University

1 video

An initiative Tyler Cowen has been involved with, building a network of supported individuals.

Refugee Consortium of Kenya

1 video

Organization where Philip Oanda is a Program Officer. Discussed in relation to refugee protection and legal rights.

Plato's Academy

1 video

The historical institution founded by Plato, mentioned in proximity to the discussion of his philosophies.

Global Rights Defenders

1 video

An NGO founded by Ry Freedman that advocates for refugee and human rights worldwide.

Paleo Medicina

1 video

A clinic in Budapest, Hungary that uses a ketogenic form of the carnivore diet to treat various conditions, including type 1 diabetes, cancer, and neurological disorders, with convincing longitudinal blood work.

Jan and David Bazooki Foundation

1 video

Funding major studies on ketogenic diets for severe psychiatric disorders at multiple universities.

Aviv Clinic

1 video

A clinic in The Villages, Florida that treats thousands of elderly patients with hyperbaric oxygen therapy, reporting remarkable increases in cognitive function and improved cardio-metabolic biomarkers.

Metabolic Link Podcast

1 video

Dom D'Agostino's podcast, offering further information on metabolic health.

Metabolic Health Initiative

1 video

An ACCME accredited medical education platform associated with the Metabolic Link podcast, providing educational content from experts on ketogenic metabolism.

Metabolic Health Summit

1 video

A large in-person event focusing on basic science, clinical science, and patient implementation strategies for metabolic therapies.

Project Healthy Minds

1 video

An organization that partners on mental health initiatives and provides resources.

Kenyan National Qualifications Authority

1 video

An authority that UNHCR encourages engagement with to recognize professional certifications of refugees.

Turkana County Government

1 video

A key partner that leads many initiatives and aligns programming with UNHCR in Kakuma, demonstrating strong government buy-in.

CFPB

1 video

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, an agency mentioned in the context of regulatory pushback against earned wage access.

European Physical Society

1 video

Awarded Dr. Don Lincoln the 2013 Outreach Prize.

American Institute of Physics

1 video

Awarded Dr. Don Lincoln the 2017 gamotse award.

UK Ministry of Defence

1 video

Published a white paper in 2021 stating that future military advantage lies in integrating humans, AI, and robotics into war-fighting systems.

National Academy of Engineering

1 video

An organization that congratulated the speaker.

Jwell (Jamal World Education Lab)

1 video

The educational innovation lab at MIT, serving as a portal for MIT expertise and collaborating with institutions globally.

Bar Medicine

1 video

Mentioned as a resource for injury prevention advice.

Strength and Evidence Physio

1 video

Mentioned as a resource for injury prevention advice and as having reviewed the research on warm-ups.

Lehigh University

1 video

The university Jesse James West committed to for lacrosse on a significant scholarship.

British Empire in India

1 video

Used as an example of how a vast empire could be governed by a remarkably small staff due to 19th-century technologies.

CASP (Critical Assessment of Structure Prediction)

1 video

A competition held every couple of years to challenge methods for protein structure prediction, where AlphaFold 2 made its famous breakthrough.

PDB (Protein Data Bank)

1 video

A common database where biologists publish protein structures, crucial for training and evaluating models like AlphaFold and Boltz.

Ichinona

1 video

A town in Japan where a baby was born for the first time in over two decades, showcasing the severity of depopulation.

Ichinoono

1 video

A town in Japan, 5 miles north of Osaka, known for its tradition of making lifelike dolls and experiencing a birth after two decades.

Nanoku

1 video

A remote Japanese town where nearly 60% of the population is over 65, highlighting extreme depopulation.

Vanderbilts

1 video

A historical family highlighted as an example of squandering immense wealth rapidly, leading to misery for heirs forced to live up to a title.

Carnegies

1 video

A wealthy historical family (along with the Rockefellers) who did a good job using their wealth to benefit society.

Rockefellers

1 video

A wealthy historical family who, like the Carnegies, used their wealth well and still retain billions today.

Yumoto Junior High School

1 video

A 76-year-old school in a remote Japanese village that is set to close because no new students have enrolled.

Bank of International Settlements

1 video

An organization that conducted a study analyzing 150 years of data across 22 countries, finding that aging populations drive inflation.

Evenki

1 video

Native nomadic people of Siberia with whom Jordan lived, known for their deep knowledge of the wilderness and their reindeer herding culture.

East India Company

1 video

Described as a powerful, quasi-national corporation that extracted vast wealth from India to fuel Britain's industrial revolution.

Tatars

1 video

A tribal group on the Mongolian steppe, enemies of Yesügei, who reportedly poisoned him. Temüjin was named after a Tatar his father killed.

Taichiud

1 video

A rival clan that enslaved Temüjin in his youth, forcing him to wear a wooden yoke (kang).

Jadran Clan

1 video

The clan of Jamukha, whose descendants, including some Taliban leaders, still exist and were ironically fought by Americans in Afghanistan, illustrating the long-lasting ramifications of historical events.

Yuan Dynasty

1 video

The dynasty established by Kublai Khan in China, marking a period where the Mongols ruled a unified China, but also faced internal divisions and eventually withdrew.

Jumpstart Refugee Talent

1 video

An organization working in Canada with TBB and Refuge Point to help refugees access skilled employment.

Physique Coaching Academy

1 video

An academy co-founded by Dr. Layne Norton and Professor Bill Campbell, offering extensive material on nutrition, training, and supplementation for coaches.

University of Idaho

1 video

Ben Greenfield's alma mater where he studied exercise physiology and biomechanics.

US Treasury Department

1 video

Provided early guidance on virtual currency in the banking system, enabling legal pathways for companies like Circle.

Financial Stability Board (FSB)

1 video

Global body of bank regulators that made recommendations for stablecoin regulation.

Palo Alto Prize

1 video

A prize related to longevity research that Ben Greenfield was asked to keynote.

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC)

1 video

The national bank regulator in the US that regulates large stablecoin issuers like Circle under the Genius Act.

Bermuda

1 video

Partnership with Circle to facilitate digital dollar economic activity on-chain.

MAPS Foundation

1 video

Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies, involved in rolling out research and advocating for psychedelic therapy.

NYU Physician-assisted PTSD and trauma clinics

1 video

Clinics exploring the use of substances like ketamine and psilocybin for treating PTSD and trauma under medical supervision.

Mercedes (F1 team)

1 video

A Formula 1 racing team, 5% of which is owned by George Kurtz.

Department of Transportation (DOT)

1 video

The government agency responsible for choosing the initial five cities for eVTOL operations in the US.

Hawthorne Airport

1 video

A private airport outside LAX that Archer Aviation bought/controls to serve as a hub for its eVTOL operations.

LAX

1 video

Los Angeles International Airport, near Archer Aviation's Hawthorne hub.

SoFi Stadium

1 video

A stadium in Los Angeles near Archer Aviation's Hawthorne hub.

Idaho National Lab

1 video

Location where Crusoe Cloud is planning to energize its first AI factory powered by SMRs in 2027 under experimental technology regulations.

NRC

1 video

Nuclear Regulatory Commission, whose regulatory domain is bypassed for experimental SMR technology at Idaho National Lab.

General Electric laboratories

1 video

The location where Dr. Langmuir conducted his experiments in surface chemistry.

TBB

1 video

Talent Beyond Boundaries. The organization facilitates recruitment and visa processes for refugees seeking international employment. They have a talent catalog and partner with employers and immigration service providers.

Starling Lab

1 video

An organization that collaborated with USC Shoah Foundation to preserve genocide survivor testimonies and with Ukraine to preserve war crimes evidence.

Media Group

1 video

An organization whose state-of-the-art model (1.6) was compared against Size Zero, with Size Zero showing superior performance using less data.

Tax Foundation

1 video

An organization whose analysis suggests companies with excess money either hold onto it or return it to shareholders, rather than reinvesting.

RAISE Initiative (Responsible AI for Social Empowerment and Education)

1 video

A large initiative at MIT focused on advancing equity in learning and empowerment through AI, preparing K-12 students for an AI-powered society.

University of Sussex

1 video

Researchers at this university used fMRI to show that confident advice increased activity in the brain region associated with rewards, suggesting biological tuning to confidence.

Federal Prosecutors

1 video

Indicated the staggering, industrial-scale nature of the Minnesota fraud.

Pierre Auger Observatory

1 video

A large cosmic ray observatory in Argentina, with significant Fermilab participation, that measures ultra-high-energy cosmic rays.

TSA

1 video

Transportation Security Administration, mentioned in the context of cash being brought through their checkpoints for international money transfers.

Roots of Progress

1 video

An organization focused on the history of technological and economic progress, founded by Jason Crawford.

Emergence

1 video

A company mentioned as a winner in the 'vibe coding' category.

NAS

1 video

A communication department at Stanford where consultants worked on Microsoft's Bob product.

Mike Rennie's group

1 video

The research group credited with first defining anabolic resistance.

Open Learning Exchange

1 video

An organization in Guatemala working on addressing root causes of migration and community strengthening.

Eastern Orthodox Church

1 video

Broke with the Catholic Church in 1054, creating a major split driven by claims to be the world's center.

Knights Templar

1 video

Developed during the Crusades as the first multinational bank, handling money for pilgrims, but later disbanded due to embracing new ideas.

National Park Service

1 video

Mentioned as an institution started by Teddy Roosevelt, indicating governmental regulatory action.

Corinia

1 video

A senior living center where Olivia volunteered and met Sally.

Jam World Education Lab (JWell)

1 video

Part of MIT's Division of Open Learning, formerly MIT React, focusing on education for everyone to thrive and pathways for talent.

Skander Corporation

1 video

Provided Ben Stocker for drone and laser mapping of the pyramid.

Dominicans

1 video

Established by Francis of Assisi, they were tasked with interrogating individuals to identify Cathars, contributing to the Inquisition.

Inquisition

1 video

An institution established to identify and punish those who disagreed with or refused to obey church orthodoxy, leading to persecution.

Chicago State University

1 video

One of the institutions involved in the project, an African-majority school contributing PIs and students.

Paris Metro

1 video

Uses muon tomography to assess ground conditions before tunneling.

QuarkNet

1 video

An organization at Fermilab that provides cosmic ray experiments for high schools, offering analysis routines and hosting data for this project.

USP (United States Pharmacopeia)

1 video

An organization that established mass spectrometry methods in 1985 for measuring T3 and T4 potency in desiccated thyroid extract tablets, improving standardization.

Boy Scout Troop

1 video

Dr. Langmuir founded the first Boy Scout Troop in Schenectady.

Northern Illinois University (NIU)

1 video

Assisted the team in characterizing the scintillator materials.

Kansas State University (KSU)

1 video

Loaned a readout board, enabling operation in the test beam.

Future Gains

1 video

One of Europe's leading game development schools, partnered with to create the Be Ubuntu Game Jam.

Migration Summit 2024

1 video

The annual global convening focused on building bridges for displaced learners, universities, companies, social enterprises, policymakers, employers, and governments.

Curb Records

1 video

Record label that signed Tim McGraw to his first deal and later had a significant legal dispute with him over contract extensions via greatest hits albums.

Big Machine Records

1 video

Record label Tim McGraw signed with after leaving Curb Records, where he successfully relaunched his career.

Earth League International

1 video

A large nonprofit environmental organization where Tim McGraw's middle daughter works after getting her master's degree from Stanford and working in Congress.

Commonwealth Fusion Systems

1 video

A company with whom Google DeepMind has collaborated on plasma containment for fusion reactors, using AI to help solve energy problems.

International Energy Agency (IEA)

1 video

An organization providing data and predictions on energy, including renewable energy sources and fossil fuels. The speaker cites their data on energy consumption and renewable subsidies.

Rolling Stone Magazine

1 video

Prestigious music and culture magazine David Choe tried to get his art published in, receiving rejection.

Playboy Magazine

1 video

Magazine David Choe submitted art to early in his career, receiving rejection.

Penthouse Magazine

1 video

Adult magazine David Choe submitted art to, receiving rejection.

Hustler Magazine

1 video

Adult magazine that accepted David Choe's art and later his fabricated stories, marking his entry into pornography publishing.

Butt Man Magazine

1 video

Pornography magazine that published David Choe's anal-themed paintings and "butthole stories," providing his first paid writing work.

Larry Flynt Building

1 video

The building where Hustler magazine and its associated publications were housed, which David Choe visited to sell his art.

OpenAI Frontier Evals team

1 video

The team at OpenAI responsible for developing and executing evaluations for frontier AI models, including SWE-Bench Verified and GDP-Eval.

Harvard Yard Archaeology Project

1 video

A collaborative project involving the Peobody Museum, the Department of Anthropology, and the Harvard University Native American Program, focused on excavating artifacts from Harvard Yard.

Peabody Museum

1 video

One of the collaborating institutions for the Harvard Yard Archaeology Project.

Department of Anthropology

1 video

One of the collaborating departments for the Harvard Yard Archaeology Project.

Milwaukee

1 video

A city with a significant voucher program, contrasted with Indiana's program regarding rules and equity.

Coney Island Institute of Computer Science and Roller Coaster Repair

1 video

A hypothetical institution used by Cal Newport for a humorous example of verifying degree quality, supposedly having good quantum physics and vomit cleanup programs.

Amazon Pharmacy

1 video

Online pharmacy platform mentioned by Kevin Rose where he ordered his Belsomra prescription.

International Disaster Database

1 video

A data source used to track deaths caused by weather-related disasters since the 1920s.

US All-Around Weightlifting Association (USAWA)

1 video

The weightlifting association where Beth Skwarecki competes.

Stanford Energy Modeling Forum

1 video

A group that produces energy models considered a gold standard, used by the speaker to estimate the costs of the Paris Agreement.

Cambridge University Medical School

1 video

The institution where the speaker studied, using a Google Sheet to track syllabus confidence for exam preparation.

Oxford Union Society

1 video

Referred to for a historical debate where undergraduates voted not to fight for king and country, symbolizing a loss of confidence in culture during the interwar period.

JANN

1 video

An NGO founded in Mexico that provides free online math tutoring to primary and middle school students by coordinating university students for their social service requirements.

Museum of Science

1 video

Venue hosting the Day of AI celebration, with a shared educational mission in AI and climate.

Ajanta

1 video

The location of incredible cave temples in India, recommended as a site for a Buddhist pilgrimage tour.

Fulbright program

1 video

A scholarship program that funded Donald S. Lopez Jr.'s year of study in a Tibetan monastery in India.

BS Smart

1 video

Mentioned as the affiliation of Joe Hansen, who helped with the video.

CBS This Morning

1 video

A national morning news show where James Clear was interviewed, providing credibility to his work.

Zac Brown Band

1 video

A country/folk rock band, whose lead singer is praised by James Clear's wife for his confident singing without hesitation.

Steven Cunnane's lab

1 video

Researched the effects of medium-chain triglycerides (MCT) oil on Alzheimer's disease, showing increased C2 acetate uptake into the brain and associated cognitive function improvements.

Protestants

1 video

A group of Christians who, according to the speaker, rebelled against the teachings of Paul and Augustine.

Black Nobility

1 video

Thirteen Roman families who, according to the speaker, still run the world today and continue to store their power in the Catholic Church.

Minerva experiment

1 video

An experiment discussed by Debbie, related to its construction from inception to data readiness.

DZero experiment

1 video

An experiment that ran at Fermilab on the Tevatron.

LHC Physics Center

1 video

A center established at Fermilab in 2004 to support the US CMS community, facilitating communication and housing around 150 physicists.

analysis review committee

1 video

A small, independent group of four people appointed to review an analysis before it is presented to the entire collaboration.

publication committee

1 video

A committee overseeing the publications of CMS papers, ensuring quality.

National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA)

1 video

Categorizes 'low-risk drinking' as having no more than three drinks on any single day and no more than seven drinks in a week for women, and no more than four drinks on any single day and no more than 14 drinks per week for men.

Nazi concentration camp

1 video

Mentioned as a historical example where Dostoevsky's thought experiment about meaningless labor was tragically put into practice.

Petrashevsky Circle

1 video

A clandestine social gathering where intellectuals discussed social and political ideas, which led to Dostoevsky's arrest.

MIT Media Lab

1 video

Research institution where Hwan Park and Sharifa Al Gam work within the Personal Robotics Group. The lab focuses on AI and robotics applied to education and social empowerment.

Australian National University

1 video

Where Sharifa Al Gam obtained her PhD in multimodal AI, focusing on modeling human behavior using speech, gaze, and body movements.

UNAM

1 video

National Autonomous University of Mexico, where Mora Poma is involved in research and management related to educational innovation and knowledge systematization.

Harvard Graduate School of Education

1 video

Where CJ Isotani spent time previously, focusing on the social impact of educational innovations and AI technologies.

Curious Learning

1 video

An organization that collaborated on projects involving offline apps and tablets for areas with no Wi-Fi, promoting social learning and user-invented interaction methods.

National Science Foundation

1 video

An organization that was approached for support in building the MINERvA detector. (Mentioned as part of funding sources).

Hampton University

1 video

Another university that served as a 'scintillator plane factory' for MINERvA, collaborating with William and Mary and renting a warehouse to accommodate production.

Gaza Strip

1 video

Region where Hamas was smuggling arms, necessitating US engagement with Egypt to address security concerns relevant to Israel.

Tufts University

1 video

One of the universities responsible for assembling PMT boxes, creating blue-colored boxes for the detector.

Rutgers University

1 video

One of the universities responsible for assembling PMT boxes, making red-colored boxes for the detector.

University of Guanajuato

1 video

MEXICAN institution whose students assisted in the construction of MINERvA modules at Fermilab.

James Madison University

1 video

Located in Virginia, this university was where the phototubes mailed from Japan were initially tested before being sent to NJ and Boston for PMT box assembly.

Clairefontaine

1 video

An elite French football academy where Thierry Henry was drafted at 13, known for selecting only 23 out of 1600 trialists annually.

Arsenal

1 video

Thierry Henry's club where he became a record goalscorer and was part of the 'Invincibles' team.

Ainu shamans of Japan

1 video

Consider animals as gods in disguise, living in invisible god-worlds but sharing territory with humans.

New York Red Bulls

1 video

The football club where Thierry Henry finished his professional playing career.

Ophites

1 video

A Gnostic sect that viewed the serpent as a symbol for Christ, a positive messenger bringing illumination.

Democrats

1 video

Characterized as the party of government waste and spending, and accused of enacting policies that inflate costs and enable fraud.

Humane World for Animals

1 video

An organization that Smalls Cat Food has partnered with, donating over a million dollars worth of food.

Boards of Canada

1 video

A music band whose album art is visually similar to one of the student-submitted images rendered by Small Paint.

Koshlin Pharmacy

1 video

A compounding pharmacy mentioned for its well-mixed testosterone cream formulas.

ISWISH and Menopause Society

1 video

An organization that encourages doctors and patients to feel comfortable prescribing local estrogen to cancer survivors.

Symposium on the Platonic Space

1 video

An event organized by Dr. Levin to discuss the notion of a Platonic space of mathematical patterns that constrain and enable physical and biological phenomena.

Department of Health and Human Services

1 video

An agency Secretary Perry is trying to get to collaborate with DOE on veteran health issues.

ACOG (American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists)

1 video

Recommends an 18-month spacing between pregnancies for healthier outcomes.

Food Banks Canada

1 video

Mentioned in the context of the country's struggles, with 2.2 million people lined up at food banks, highlighting the need to bring aid money home.

Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation

1 video

Not directly mentioned, but the discussion about housing costs and down payments relates to their mandate.

Global Affairs Canada

1 video

Department responsible for foreign aid and international relations.

National Defence

1 video

Government department responsible for the military.

Supreme Court of Canada

1 video

The highest court in Canada. Rulings like the Kawajan ruling are discussed in relation to property rights and economic certainty.

Canada Revenue Agency

1 video

Implicitly discussed in relation to tax policies and capital gains tax.

IE magazine

1 video

A magazine DHH read in the early 2000s where Ruby was used to explain programming concepts.

Treatment Centers

1 video

Facilities that provide help for drug addiction, with successful examples cited by Poilievre as the correct approach to the drug crisis.

Hormone Health Network

1 video

Not mentioned in the transcript. Hormone-related topics like insulin are discussed in a general context.

NYU Stern School of Business

1 video

The business school where Susie Welch teaches and created the 'Becoming You' class.

Humane Society

1 video

Also known as Humane World Fair, an organization on which Susie Welch serves as a board member, and where the 'Becoming You' methodology is used.

antiwar.com

1 video

Scott Horton is the author and editorial director of antiwar.com.

Foundation for Defensive Democracies (FDD)

1 video

Mark Dubowitz is the Chief Executive of the Foundation for Defensive Democracies, a DC-based organization focusing on national security and foreign policy.

Mujahedin-e Khalq (MEK)

1 video

A communist terrorist cult that Scott claims worked for Mossad and made false claims about Iran's nuclear facilities.

Center for Countering Digital Hate

1 video

A British NGO whose leaked emails suggest a priority to 'kill Musk's Twitter' and instigate regulatory action in the UK and EU.

Nira

1 video

The company that was acquired by VMware, having developed technology that would go into the hypervisor market.

National Security Agency

1 video

Received a warning from John Nash regarding the exponential growth of code-breaking effort.

ANC

1 video

The African National Congress, the ruling party in South Africa since the end of apartheid. Its governance and internal shifts are discussed.

Pivotal

1 video

Acquired by VMware to gain a developer franchise.

Opus Dei

1 video

Mentioned as an effective and strategic element within the Catholic Church, known for their involvement in conspiracies.

The Black Effect Podcast Network

1 video

Charlamagne Tha God's podcast network, created to be a space specifically for Black podcasters.

Acme Incorporated

1 video

The client for whom the invoices were processed in the live demo.

Northern Alliance

1 video

An Afghan military and political coalition that fought against the Taliban. Russia provided war material to the Northern Alliance in 2001.

Taliban

1 video

The de facto ruling government of Afghanistan until overthrown by the Northern Alliance and Coalition forces in 2001.

MATS (Machine Learning and Alignment Theory Scholars)?

1 video

A program, possibly an internship, that has been a pathway for many full-time staff joining Goodfire and is a great starting point for those transitioning into interpretability.

ICML

1 video

International Conference on Machine Learning, where Goodfire noted the 'actionable interpretability' theme at a workshop.

WTO

1 video

The World Trade Organization. China's integration into the global economy through the WTO was initially hoped to lead to conformity with international standards, but this did not fully materialize.

Chan Zuckerberg Initiative

1 video

Mentioned in the context of other podcasts discussing AI and its potential in research.

Stanford Graduate School of Business

1 video

Mentioned as a place where Condoleezza Rice teaches, used to illustrate the type of globalized, mobile individual that contrasts with many ordinary people.

University of Rochester

1 video

Submitted a competing Expression of Interest (EOI) for an off-axis detector, later merging with the Minerva group.

Jefferson Laboratory

1 video

The institution where a Minerva proposal was considered, and where it received its name.

Jews

1 video

Mentioned as one of the three main civilizations before Rome's emergence.

Egyptians

1 video

Mentioned as being in heavy contact with Etruscan civilization.

Carthaginians

1 video

A major Mediterranean power that Rome clashed with in a series of Punic Wars. They relied on mercenaries while Rome used its citizens, contributing to Rome's eventual victory.

Zoomies

1 video

A dog boarding and daycare facility run by Josh and Cara, offering overnight stays and daycare services for dogs while owners are away.

Weimar Institute

1 video

An institution in Northern California currently collaborating with Dr. Seheult on a pilot project to study the effects of hydrotherapy on students, measuring inflammatory markers, and exploring its plausibility for COVID-19.

Acacia Clinic

1 video

A clinic in Sunnyvale/Palo Alto offering accelerated TMS treatment for conditions like anxiety and depression.

Forever Young Foundation

1 video

Steve Young's foundation, which is funded through memorabilia sales and golf tournaments, creating a virtuous cycle.

Institute for Exercise and Environmental Medicine at UT Southwestern and Texas Health Dallas

1 video

Dr. Levine founded and is president of this prestigious institute for understanding cardiovascular adaptations to intermittent challenges, including exercise, sports, microgravity, and bed rest.

Sleep Foundation

1 video

A source for research on sleep, mentioned in relation to studies on alcohol's impact on melatonin production and sleep quality.

USA Track & Field and US Olympic Committee

1 video

Organizations that partnered with Dr. Levine's team for decades to study altitude training and develop monitoring strategies for athletes.

Equation Theories Project

1 video

A large-scale crowdsourcing mathematics project led by Tao to classify relationships between 4,000 algebraic laws, generating 22 million problems, with crucial help from Lean for verification.

Swedish House Mafia

1 video

An iconic house music group that collaborated with Nothing to create a glyph composer.

UFC Performance Institute

1 video

A facility focused on optimizing athletic performance for UFC fighters.

Polymath projects

1 video

Early crowdsourcing mathematics projects without the Lean component, limited by the need for human moderators to verify contributions.

Royal Mail

1 video

A postal service whose brand perception was found to be disproportionately affected by individual postmen's personalities, rather than objective service levels.

Network Rail

1 video

The owner of a piece of land mistakenly believed to be part of a garden during a house sale, highlighting how a vendor's perceived trustworthiness affects a buyer's decision despite facts.

SOFA

1 video

A social fashion factory in Greece that coordinates micro-units and production islands, offering dignified employment to women survivors of human trafficking and unemployed youth.

Fashion Revolution

1 video

The largest global movement advocating for a fair, transparent, clean, and safe fashion industry.

Google DeepMind Robotics

1 video

The team that released a model using video generation as a simulation platform for policy testing.

Buenos Aires

1 video

The capital of Argentina, once celebrated as the 'Paris of South America' for its culture, architecture, and luxury.

US Federal Reserve

1 video

Raised interest rates sharply in 1979, significantly increasing the burden of Argentina's foreign debt.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

1 video

Nick Shirley's religious background from which he draws his morals.

Lenny's newsletter

1 video

A newsletter that provides a set of deals for subscribers.

Daesh

1 video

Mentioned as a Sunni terrorist group representing a significant threat the US has focused on.

Department of State

1 video

Discussed as the bureaucracy that delivers foreign policy, facing internal conflicts between career officers and political appointees, and operational silos.

National Security Council

1 video

Described as a creature of the White House where interagency processes should take place.

Congress

1 video

Has significant foreign policy influence through control of funding ('purse strings') and has established separate units for religious freedom and human trafficking.

CENTCOM

1 video

Mentioned for its loyalty toward the Kurds, which is a key piece in the Syrian-Turkish conflict.

Zoom Memorial Foundation

1 video

A nonprofit founded by June Odongo that equips community centers and schools in rural, underserved areas with computers and computing education, honoring her father's legacy.

Toast Masters

1 video

An organization recommended for developing public speaking and communication skills.

University of Texas at Austin

1 video

University where Fred Martin may be the Dean of the CS Department.

NASA's Stardust mission

1 video

A space mission that utilized aerogels to catch cosmic dust, highlighting the applications of supercritical fluid-derived materials.

NCAD

1 video

An institution whose logo was displayed on the Crunch. website to build credibility.

Velvet

1 video

The second startup website reviewed, focused on creating brand videos with AI.

Ice Cube collaboration

1 video

An organization involved in neutrino astronomy, associated with Dr. Lisa Schumacher and the updated neutrino map.

Code Crafters

1 video

The fourth startup website reviewed, aimed at making users better software engineers.

YC Launch

1 video

A link on the Code Crafters site that took users to the YC launch page, suggesting the company was very early stage.

Slashy

1 video

The fifth startup website reviewed, presented as an 'email tool' using ChatGPT.

Finta

1 video

The seventh startup website reviewed, focused on simplifying accounting and taxes for businesses.

Vibe Flow

1 video

The final startup website reviewed, focused on visually prompting AI.

Open Powerlifting Database

1 video

A data set used to analyze strength changes based on differing rates of weight gain between consecutive meets.

IGN

1 video

A media outlet where Destin Legari works and made claims about the impact of Baldur's Gate 3 on the game development industry.

Bazooki Group

1 video

A group largely funding research into the rapidly expanding application of ketosis for metabolic psychiatry.

Society for Integrative Metabolic Oncology (SIMO)

1 video

A group within the cancer community discussing the Glucose Ketone Index (GKI) in relation to cancer therapy.

Jou

1 video

One of the powerful states during China's Warring States period, which, along with Wey and Chu, became stable and stagnant due to internal elite competition, eventually being overtaken by the Qin.

Way

1 video

One of the powerful states during China's Warring States period, which, along with Jou and Chu, became stable and stagnant due to internal elite competition, eventually being overtaken by the Qin.

Chu

1 video

One of the powerful states during China's Warring States period, which, along with Jou and Wey, became stable and stagnant due to internal elite competition, eventually being overtaken by the Qin.

Akkadians

1 video

Mercenaries hired by Mesopotamian city-states, who eventually conquered the region and established the Akkadian Empire under Sargon.

Delian League

1 video

An alliance formed by Greek city-states, led by Athens, to defend against potential Persian return. Athens eventually stole its funds, transforming it into the Athenian Empire and demanding tribute.

Library of Alexandria

1 video

A major center of learning founded in Egypt, which systematized Greek knowledge into textbooks and served as a tool of cultural imperialism to promote Greek cultural superiority over Egyptian culture.

African Center of Excellence of Genomics of Infectious Disease

1 video

An institution in Nigeria led by Christian Happy, involved in genomic research for infectious diseases and a partner in the Sentinel project.

School of Life

1 video

An organization Alain de Botton is associated with, aiming to help people understand and navigate life's challenges.

Calm (Campaign Against Living Miserably)

1 video

An organization Simon Gunning is CEO of, which deals with mental health and suicide prevention.

Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S. (CFIUS)

1 video

Highlighted as an existing regulatory body that reviews major mergers and acquisitions to prevent negative impacts on US national security, with acknowledgement of its strengthening under the Trump administration.

DC Power Lab

1 video

A laboratory building in the Stanford hills, originally built by GTE and named after Donald C. Power, which housed AI research.

Christiania

1 video

Mentioned referring to 'Christiania' (likely a misspelling of China) in the context of AI development and global competition.

Poker Power

1 video

An organization founded by Jenny Just that educates women on how to play poker, aiming to empower them in risk-taking.

Esalen Institute

1 video

A beautiful place on the Big Sur coast, described as seminal in the mindfulness movement and a gorgeous place to visit.

Schwarzman College of Computing

1 video

An academic college at MIT involved in the MIT Ray initiative.

Technovation

1 video

A STEM program for girls, with whom MIT collaborates to inspire computational thinking and innovation.

Grow with Google

1 video

An initiative that collaborated with MIT to develop a free online course on using generative AI in teaching practice.

Wire Cutter

1 video

Publication that named Aura's Carver Mat frames as number one.

New York Times Magazine

1 video

Publication that featured an interview with Cal Newport in 2023.

Community Nutrition Institute

1 video

A group that made repeated, unsuccessful attempts to have judges overrule the FDA's approval of aspartame.

Ikaria

1 video

A Greek island known for its longevity due to a stress-free and socially connected lifestyle.

Orlando Magic

1 video

NBA team John Amaechi played for.

Utah Jazz

1 video

NBA team John Amaechi played for.

Penn State

1 video

University mentioned in the context of observing leadership mistakes in college sports.

University of Cambridge

1 video

A prominent British research university, mentioned as one of the world's best, contributing to Europe's strong educational sector.

ETH Zurich

1 video

The Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich, listed as one of the world's best universities, highlighting Europe's educational strength.

Sorbonne University

1 video

A public research university located in Paris, France, mentioned as one of the world's best universities contributing to Europe's elite education.

TU Munich

1 video

A prominent German university, listed among the world's best, contributing to Europe's strong educational system.

ITER

1 video

An international nuclear fusion research and engineering megaproject, located in southern France, showcasing Europe's commitment to large-scale science.

Burghölzli

1 video

A psychiatric clinic in Zürich where Carl Jung worked as a young assistant physician and conducted his word association experiments.

European Ramazzini Foundation of Oncology and Environmental Sciences

1 video

An Italian institute that published multiple rodent studies in the mid-2000s, alleging numerous cancers due to aspartame, which were later criticized for their methodology.

National Toxicology Program

1 video

A U.S. government agency that conducted three studies on aspartame's effects on cancer risk in mice, finding no increase in cancer rates.

El Proyecto Amor Conyugal (The Marital Love Project)

1 video

A marital love project in Spain that Arthur Brooks and his wife participated in, which includes intense relationship exercises rooted in neuroscience, but is not yet in English.

Joint Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA)

1 video

Another arm of the WHO, responsible for making recommendations on food additive safety based on risk and dosage, which reaffirmed aspartame's acceptable daily intake despite the IARC classification.

American Beverage Association

1 video

An industry group whose interim president was cited by the New York Times regarding JECFA's aspartame ruling, potentially downplaying the decision due to vested interests.

Red Army

1 video

The Soviet army whose movement into Eastern Europe after World War II led to the expansion of Stalin's puppet regimes.

Coher

1 video

An organization, along with MIT, that conducted a study on Jax scalability.

Harvard job market committee

1 video

The committee responsible for suppressing the economic work of Pia Milani and the speaker.

Rand Corporation

1 video

A think tank that published a paper warning about job losses, societal unrest, and national security threats associated with AGI.

Siksika Nation

1 video

One of the four bands of the Blackfoot Confederacy, a plains tribe traditionally reliant on buffalo.

Virgo

1 video

A ground-based gravitational wave detector located in Italy.

Kagra

1 video

A ground-based gravitational wave detector located in Japan.

GiveWell

1 video

A sponsor of the video, recommended for researching and recommending effective charities, particularly the Against Malaria Foundation.

Against Malaria Foundation

1 video

A charity recommended by GiveWell that the speaker has supported for 13 years.

Humboldt State University

1 video

University where Corey Gray studied physics and applied mathematics.

SAKNESS

1 video

Society for the Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science.

Mass General Brigham

1 video

A healthcare system where Dr. Margaret O'Conor is an associate professor of neurology.

Alzheimer's Association

1 video

An organization for which Dr. Margaret O'Conor served as chair of the medical advisory board for many years.

Center for Brain Science

1 video

An entity at Harvard directed by Murthy, which focuses on research related to sensory perception, learning, and memory using animal models.

Society of Indigenous Physicists

1 video

An organization formed to inspire the next generation of indigenous youth in science.

Foundry University

1 video

A university launched by the speaker in Tokyo.

Memorial Sloan Kettering

1 video

An LP (Limited Partner) that the speaker managed money for, influencing his investment strategy to prioritize capital preservation.

E-ato

1 video

A non-profit organization in Myanmar that uses OCW mirror drives to set up e-learning hubs at schools and libraries.

Robin Hood Foundation

1 video

Funds initiatives in New York City focused on economic mobility through technology and learning, aiming to reach a million students and 1,800 schools. Their Learning and Technology Fund focuses on computational thinking and improving reading/writing skills.

Overdeck Family Foundation

1 video

Invests in providing opportunities for all children to unlock their potential, with a focus on early childhood, out-of-school STEM, teacher professional learning, and student-centered learning. They emphasize evidence-based research and have invested significantly in AI tools and research for education.

Lego Foundation

1 video

A corporate foundation focused on children's development and learning through play, aiming to equip children with creativity and critical thinking skills for lifelong learning. They have shifted to a more community-oriented approach and focus on system-level challenges.

The Gates Foundation

1 video

Invests in education, with a specific focus on US K-12 math education due to its predictive power for high school graduation and future success. They support innovative math curricula and teacher professional development, exploring AI's potential for tutoring and teacher support.

Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust

1 video

A non-profit organization that donates significantly to various initiatives including education, poverty alleviation, and talent development. Their 'Cool Think' project, developed with MIT, focuses on equipping the next generation with 21st-century skills, including AI.

Federation of American Scientists

1 video

An independent organization through which the Lego Foundation funds US government research fellows to build capacity in understanding AI and technology.

Dragonfly Capital

1 video

A global crypto fund run by Haseeb Qureshi that only invests in crypto.

PoliU Department of Computing

1 video

Daniel Li is a research team member here, developing AI and big data models to predict student learning and behavioral outcomes.

Empire AI

1 video

A recently launched collaboration in New York involving seven higher education institutions and government, aiming to build AI hubs and incorporate diverse voices into AI development.

Blue Ridge Labs

1 video

A division of Robin Hood that has a design insight group with 2,500 people from New York City with lived experience, collaborating with tech innovators to ensure user design incorporates diverse perspectives.

Bitcoin magazine

1 video

A publication Vitalik co-founded, serving as his entry point into full-time work in the crypto space.

MakerDAO

1 video

A decentralized autonomous organization mentioned as an example of an Ethereum application that values stability.

University of Maryland

1 video

An institution working with large geospatial data sets, highlighting the potential for networks of institutions to collaboratively host data without relying on centralized providers.

Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality

1 video

Cited for information stating that people naturally tend to gain 1-2 pounds per year as they age.

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band

1 video

A musical group whose song 'Fishing in the Dark' was a go-to cover for Oliver Anthony in his early days.

Confucius Institutes

1 video

Chinese language and cultural training centers established globally, used by China to spread cultural affinity and its perspective on critical issues.

Interpol

1 video

An international police organization that has included protecting Belt and Road projects as a priority in its documents, showing China's influence within global bodies.

RadioWV

1 video

A platform founded by Draven Riffe, initially as a promotion for a beard oil brand, but evolved into a channel for discovering and showcasing musical talent, particularly in country music.

Imagine Dragons

1 video

Band whose lead singer, Dan Reynolds, emphasizes the emotional toll of authentic performance.

The Mothership

1 video

A venue where Oliver Anthony performed two silly songs and 'Richmond' after the Rogan podcast, an impromptu event orchestrated by Tom Segura.

Carter Family

1 video

Pioneering country music group, mentioned as being from an area near Oliver Anthony's family roots, influencing his musical taste.

Battle Creek Sanitarium

1 video

A sanitarium founded by John Harvey Kellogg in Battle Creek, Michigan, where high society individuals would go for various health treatments.

Russian Space Program

1 video

Utilized vibration therapy in the 1900s to help strengthen astronauts' bone mass and muscles, a practice still continued by NASA.

U.S. Children's Bureau

1 video

Issued the first government recommendation for prenatal physical activity in 1949, advising housework, gardening, daily walks (up to one mile, broken up), and occasional swimming.

International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC)

1 video

An independent science panel that classified glyphosate as a probable human carcinogen, contradicting claims made by Monsanto and other agencies.

Saudi PIF

1 video

Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia, a key investor in the EA deal.

ACM

1 video

Association for Computing Machinery, providing access to digital libraries where research papers can be found.

P3 (Purpose, Progress, Prosperity)

1 video

Bill Gurley's proposed policy institute, aiming to address big problems like US-China relations, healthcare, and regulatory capture through innovative policy work and data transparency.

Diablo Canyon Nuclear Facility

1 video

A nuclear power plant, visited for an episode of the BG2 podcast, which highlighted the changing global perception of nuclear energy.

American Society for Clinical Hypnosis

1 video

A professional organization that provides referral services for finding trained hypnotists.

Jadwin Hall

1 video

A building at Princeton University that housed the physics department, where Dr. Li studied as an undergraduate.

Cal State San Marcos

1 video

The university where iDubbbz graduated with a Bachelor's in Business Management.

Legoland

1 video

A theme park where iDubbbz had a food and beverage job, also noting an employee discount for Lego products used for flipping.

Project Stargate

1 video

A significant US government initiative involving a $100 billion investment (initially reported as half a trillion) into AI development, compared to the Manhattan Project in scale.

FASB (Financial Accounting Standards Board)

1 video

The organization that changed accounting rules for long-term receivables after the Nortel scandal, making them part of operating cash flow.

Apollo Research

1 video

A safety research group that benefits from the transparency of models like DeepSeek R1, allowing them to study chains of thought.

BMC Environmental Health

1 video

The journal where a systematic review of earlier research on acetaminophen and autism was published in late August, triggering recent alarms.

Theory of Enchantment

1 video

Chloe Valer's organization, focused on addressing shortcomings in traditional DEI approaches.

Candle Inclusion Strategy Practice

1 video

Rica Malhotra's inclusion strategy practice.

NYU Center for Diversity

1 video

Center run by Kenji Yoshino, mentioned in the context of legal scholars discussing executive orders.

First Round

1 video

A firm with which Brex published a piece discussing their AI strategy and operational AI investments.

Salafi group

1 video

A puritanical group that broke from mainstream Saudi society, forming in the mid-1960s and later seizing the Grand Mosque in Mecca in 1979.

PGA

1 video

Mentioned in the context of Saudi Arabia's takeover, seen as part of sportswashing efforts.

Petroleum Engineering University

1 video

An excellent university in Saudi Arabia, compared to Texas A&M, from which students often proceed to American graduate schools.

Yemen Arab Republic

1 video

Formed in 1990 from the Union of North and South Yemen, it was stable due to a political compromise that has since been undermined.

Islamic State

1 video

An external actor that intervenes in weak states like Yemen.

Archery Country

1 video

A recommended archery range in Austin, Texas, known for its quality instruction and equipment.

Gotham Archery

1 video

An archery range mentioned in New York, with locations in Brooklyn and Chinatown.

Dickinson College

1 video

The institution where David Commins will be teaching in Prague.

Illinois Natural Areas Inventory

1 video

Conducted surveys of remaining natural areas in 1978 and found only 2300 acres of original prairie remained.

Boston Bruins

1 video

An NHL team where Michael Boyle worked as a strength coach in the 90s.

Boston Red Sox

1 video

An MLB team Michael Boyle worked for for two years, earning a World Series ring.

Athlete X

1 video

Jeff Cavalier's training platform/business, where they emphasize single-leg training.

American Heart Association

1 video

Previously recommended a low-fat diet, which the speaker contrasts with the Mediterranean diet's inclusion of healthy fats like olive oil and nuts.

Justice for Sub Postmasters Alliance

1 video

A movement founded by Alan Bates to expose the Post Office Horizon scandal and fight for justice for the wrongly accused sub postmasters.

University of California, Berkeley

1 video

Institution where Gorick Ng is a faculty member teaching career navigation.

Thinkers 50

1 video

Organization that named Gorick Ng one of the '30 Thinkers to Watch' in 2022.

Oregon State University

1 video

The university James attended where he earned a degree in accounting and finance.

Montage Deer Valley

1 video

A hotel in Park City, Utah, where James worked for about $17/hour early in his career.

Lena Space

1 video

A podcast where Artificial Analysis was first mentioned.

AI Grant

1 video

An accelerator program that Artificial Analysis participated in, providing mentorship and connections.

Hong Kong Jockey Club Charity Trust

1 video

Provided support for the development of App Inventor's new user interface.

Amazon Future Engineers

1 video

Supported App Inventor, leading to the development of an interface for programming Amazon Alexa.

Computer Science Teachers Association

1 video

An organization that has regional groups of computer science teachers who could be engaged with.

Adani Group

1 video

Conglomerate facing accusations of crony capitalism and monopolistic behavior.

Muon g-2 Collaboration

1 video

A group of over 200 people from 35 institutions and 7 countries working on the Muon g-2 experiment.

Brookhaven National Laboratory

1 video

The previous location of the g-2 experiment, which first measured a slight discrepancy with the Standard Model.

Muon g-2 Theory Initiative

1 video

A collaboration of over a hundred theorists formed to reach a consensus on the Standard Model prediction for the g-factor.

Democratic Socialist Party of America

1 video

Humorously mentioned by the host as a recipient for a $10,000 check if she failed to meet a commitment, highlighting a personal example of creating consequences.

LA Fire Department

1 video

The city's fire department, discussed in the context of resource shortages and its response to fires.

Broad Institute

1 video

An institute in Cambridge where a team successfully implemented a physical Kanban-style system using index cards on a wall for transparent task management.

Kai's lab

1 video

The research group that conducted a key study published in literature, demonstrating that activating dopamine neurons in the dorsal raphe nucleus can induce a loneliness-like state that motivates social seeking.

Institute for Functional Medicine

1 video

The original recording source of the podcast episode, focused on functional medicine.

Institute of Physics

1 video

Awarded Dr. Clifford Johnson the Maxwell Medal and Prize in 2005.

Epoch AI

1 video

Creator of the 'Frontier Math' benchmark, on which O3 scored around 25%, and noted for exposing potential LLM scheming.

Viet Minh

1 video

A communist-led resistance group dedicated to ending French colonial rule in Vietnam.

Brookings Institute

1 video

An institution whose analysts suggest key factors driving Vietnam's economic growth.

UConn (University of Connecticut)

1 video

Academic institution where Demetrius Psychotus, a professor, conducts research on moral behavior.

Donut Media

1 video

A car review channel that initially gave a harsh review to VinFast's VF8 electric SUV, but later re-evaluated the improved model.

University of Berkeley

1 video

The institution where MemGPT was developed.

Kiss

1 video

A band from the 70s that, like WWE, understood the importance of live performance and capturing that energy.

Bank for International Settlements (BIS)

1 video

Described as a 'bank of banks' and 'central bank of central banks' established to mitigate financial risk globally.

Food Link

1 video

A community partner that redistributes food from restaurants and hotels to food pantries and shelters.

Charles River Watershed Association

1 video

A community partner focused on environmental injustice.

MIT Future Makers

1 video

An organization partnering with Rachel Walker to make the curriculum accessible beyond the Boston area.

Aella

1 video

An organization based out of the University of Washington that uses and shares Rachel Walker's curriculum.

Bradford

1 video

The city in England where Dynamo grew up in a council estate, facing childhood struggles and racial abuse.

Revolution Wine Bar

1 video

A bar in Bradford where Dynamo performed magic at 19, and where he first reconnected with his estranged father.

Princes Trust

1 video

An organization that provided Dynamo with a business start-up loan, marking his initial step towards a magic career.

Mappa Youth Center

1 video

A youth center in Bradford that provided Dynamo with incredible support and positive male role models during his youth.

Oracle of Delphi

1 video

Mentioned for inscriptions over its temple, including 'Know Thyself' and 'All things in moderation'.

Feeding America

1 video

A charity that Ryan Holiday's Daily Stoic promoted, receiving negative comments despite its positive mission.

Squatch Gym

1 video

The gym in Austin, Texas, where the workout is taking place, noted for its hospitality.

Westside Barbell

1 video

Mentioned as the origin of sled dragging as a workout by Louis Simmons.

Hittite Empire

1 video

A major empire in Anatolia that was destroyed during the Bronze Age collapse, believed to be one of the major antagonists in the Trojan War.

Achaean Empire

1 video

An empire in Mesopotamia mentioned as one of the three major empires that rose and fell in the region.

Stronger by Science Subreddit (reddit.com/r/StrongerbyScience)

1 video

A Reddit community for Stronger by Science content and discussion.

Babylonian Empire

1 video

An empire in Mesopotamia mentioned as one of the three major empires that rose and fell in the region.

Assyrian Empire

1 video

An empire in Mesopotamia mentioned as one of the three major empires that rose and fell in the region.

The Free Press

1 video

A media organization discussed in the context of being acquired and as an example of successful subscription-based media.

WWF

1 video

Commissioned the University of Newcastle report on microplastic consumption, which was later subject to rebuttal.

Data & Society Institute

1 video

Research institute associated with Dana Boyd's idea of strategic silence.

Chicago School of Economics

1 video

A school of economic thought, debated whether it was a political project against communism or an analytical theory.

People's Daily

1 video

Chinese state newspaper that issued an editorial condemning the 1989 student protests, framing them as chaos.

Boskin Commission

1 video

A commission active in the mid-90s that, according to Eric Weinstein, aimed to find an overstatement of the CPI to raise taxes and slash benefits, leading to academic malpractice.

Stronger by Science email newsletter

1 video

Free resource for podcast listeners to support the show and receive content updates.

Sunnylands Meetings

1 video

Meetings where Xi Jinping and Obama were photographed together, illustrating the choreographed nature of Xi's public appearances.

Old Summer Palace

1 video

Site in Beijing destroyed by European forces in 1860, an event Victor Hugo famously denounced, making him a 'friend to the Chinese nation.'

Aerosmith

1 video

Musical group mentioned as an example of a creative dyad (Steven Tyler and Joe Perry) generating incredible music through rivalry.

University of Newcastle

1 video

The origin of a report on microplastic consumption that estimated weekly intake at five grams, a figure later debunked.

Globe and Mail

1 video

A newspaper that published a headline after the 2018 Olympics that deeply affected the speaker, validating her inner critic.

Togo

1 video

The country that partnered with GiveDirectly for the Mobile Aid program during COVID-19 lockdowns.

One Laptop per Child

1 video

Cited as a past initiative that failed to make a lasting change in poverty reduction.

Technovation Girls

1 video

An organization that runs a global challenge for girls to solve community problems with mobile apps, incorporating AI into their curriculum.

Dubai Heights Academy

1 video

A school in the United Arab Emirates collaborating with MIT on the Raika project, gaining experience with AI in the curriculum.

Google.org

1 video

Supports initiatives related to AI in education, including workshops on Teachable Machine and projects with nonprofits using generative AI.

Goodwill

1 video

A nonprofit organization involved in a project with Google.org to use generative AI for mission-oriented work.

Raven

1 video

A nonprofit organization involved in a project with Google.org to use generative AI for mission-oriented work.

Code.org

1 video

Provides AI policy implementations and frameworks to help schools develop their own AI policies.

KHDA

1 video

The local government authority in Dubai that has acknowledged AI's role in education and will implement mandatory AI training for teachers.

Ford Foundation

1 video

Supports global fellows in gaming and AI for education and workforce development.

Qing Dynasty

1 video

Mentioned as an example of a disadvantaged group (in the mountains, lower population, poorer, more isolated) that became more innovative and conquered other dynasties in China.

Child Protective Services (CPS)

1 video

The agency that took Stephen West from his parents at age nine and again later, placing him in group homes and foster care.

Mongols

1 video

A steppe people who conquered much of the world, exemplifying the pattern of steppe warriors defeating empires due to their innovative culture and fighting prowess.

Pacific Science Institute

1 video

Garrett Lisi's initiative to create a network of places for scientists to explore dangerous or wild ideas outside traditional academia, currently based at his house in Maui with plans for expansion.

University of Bologna

1 video

The university where Giovenini Coraza works, and where Cal Newport gave a talk.

J-PARC

1 video

Mentioned in the context of the new muon g-2 results, where lattice QCD simulations were an essential part of the prediction side.

National Ignition Facility

1 video

The facility where the ICF breakthrough was achieved, built to achieve ignition in fusion energy experiments.

Glass Lewis

1 video

An advisory firm, referred to as 'corporate ISIS,' criticized for influencing corporate governance decisions and being 'infiltrated by far-left activists' who do not prioritize shareholder returns.

Meiya's Group

1 video

Received comparison as a baseline for humanoid whole body control methods, using more training data but achieving lower performance than Size Zero.

Tesla Gigafactory in Austin

1 video

Location where Bill Gates visited Elon Musk and expressed skepticism about the feasibility of long-range semi-trucks.

Teen Nation

1 video

Mentioned as a source for articles using phrases like 'Mass Builder' regarding exercises like the squat.

New Mission High School

1 video

A high school whose students participated in the Day of AI celebration.

The Federal Reserve

1 video

Mentioned in the context of printing money and potentially devaluing cash, suggesting it's not a good asset to hold long-term.

Joslin Clinic

1 video

Where Eric first did a postdoc working on diabetes and metabolism after medical school.

Buck Institute for Research on Aging

1 video

The institution Eric now leads, where his lab focuses on epigenetics, immunology, and metabolism.

Intervention Testing Program (ITP)

1 video

A program mentioned for identifying drugs targeting glucose metabolism that extend lifespan in mice.

WIC (Women, Infants, and Children)

1 video

A state program that provided Casey with free diapers and milk for his child when he was young and broke.

Anvil

1 video

A hair rock band from the 80s whose story of relentless persistence and eventual success, documented in a film, greatly inspired Casey Neistat.

Univision

1 video

Spanish-language television network where Robert Rodriguez first saw Salma Hayek as a guest star, leading to her casting in his films.

Stephen F. Austin Hotel

1 video

Hotel where Robert De Niro's hospital room scene in 'Machete' was filmed in the adjacent room to save time and money.

American Journal of Physics

1 video

A publication where a theoretical model explaining football's turnover was published.

Shadow Government Statistics

1 video

Organization founded by John Williams, which reportedly provides alternative inflation data.

Yale

1 video

University where Paul Bloom holds a position.

Sunnyvale Golf Land

1 video

An arcade that became a significant hub for early fighting game tournaments in California, hosting the event that led to the idea for Evo.

CNET

1 video

A top tech reviewer that has rated ExpressVPN as number one.

Mash Elite Performance

1 video

A strength gym where Greg Knuckles previously trained and coached, which had a Nordic curl setup.

Kell Medical University

1 video

The institution where the speaker studied medicine.

Southern Medical University

1 video

The Chinese university where the speaker obtained a master's degree in cardiology.

Karolinska Institutet

1 video

A leading medical university in Sweden where the speaker pursued his PhD.

Stratcom

1 video

Strategic Command, where a former deputy stated that if deterrence fails, 'it all unravels'.

communist regimes

1 video

Associated with mass killings in the 20th century, with estimates ranging from 10 million to 148 million deaths.

SnowLab Underground Laboratory

1 video

An underground laboratory located in an active nickel mine where the SuperCDMS experiment is being built.

European Journal of Clinical Investigation

1 video

Published a study from Stanford epidemiologists in January 2021 that found no significant benefits of restrictive non-pharmaceutical interventions (lockdowns) on case growth.

Luke Van Loon's group

1 video

A research group that published a paper suggesting that impairment in protein synthesis with disuse is intracellular, not due to transport across the membrane.

Rostra

1 video

Lulu Cheng Meservey's current advisory firm, focused on founder communications.

Liverpool John Moore's University

1 video

Where Chris McGlory started his research career, focusing on applied sports science and nutritional interventions.

Education University of Hong Kong

1 video

One of the collaborating institutions for the CoolThink program, directing the Artificial Intelligence and Digital Competency Education Center.

SRI Education

1 video

A research institute that served as the independent evaluation partner for the CoolThink program, analyzing its outcomes and implementation.

Education Bureau of Hong Kong

1 video

The government body that eventually adopted the CoolThink program as official curriculum for all primary schools in Hong Kong.

MIT Hong Kong Innovation Node

1 video

An entity established by MIT that became involved in the CoolThink program after its initial setup.

Ed City

1 video

An organization involved in the CoolThink program, likely related to educational resources or platforms in Hong Kong.

FAA

1 video

Mentioned in the context of the Department of Transportation's current responsibility for commercial space licensing.

US Navy

1 video

Pete Buttigieg's service in the US Navy is mentioned as part of his background.

FCC

1 video

Mentioned in the context of potential censorship and threats to media corporations.

GAO

1 video

Government Accountability Office, mentioned as an institution that audits government spending.

Department of Transportation

1 video

Pete Buttigieg's former role as Secretary of Transportation is highlighted, and the department's potential to absorb NASA is discussed.

DOT

1 video

Abbreviation for Department of Transportation, discussed in relation to potential restructuring and managing commercial space activities.

Libertarian Institute

1 video

An organization run by Scott Horton, who is described as a genius on war issues.

Nthought

1 video

A group that helped London Tsai create a version of the 'planet hop' visualization using transparent structures.

Exploratorium

1 video

A science museum in San Francisco, founded by Frank Oppenheimer, praised for effectively conveying scientific wonder.

Google Math Museum

1 video

A math museum mentioned as an example of public outreach, though its sponsorship and effectiveness are questioned.

Buck Institute

1 video

The first institute solely devoted to understanding aging and longevity, founded around 2000 in Marin County, California. The speaker was its second CEO in 2010.

The Fed

1 video

Mentioned as the entity that steps in to bail out markets during financial instability.

American Board of Pediatrics

1 video

Recognized Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics as a subspecialty in 1999.

National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

1 video

Published a comprehensive report on PFAS toxicity, summarizing findings on seven perfluoroalkyl acids.

UTA

1 video

Talent and literary agency where Pokimane's agent works.

MIT RAISE

1 video

MIT initiative for responsible AI for social empowerment and education.

PVH Corporation

1 video

The parent company behind Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger, focusing on global talent development and learning programs for its ~30,000 associates.

LAUSD

1 video

Los Angeles Unified School District, mentioned in relation to struggles with AI education solutions due to a lack of teacher involvement.

University of Nottingham

1 video

A university whose web server was pinged to measure long-distance network latency.

Meia Group

1 video

An organization whose work (likely referring to a model like Meia Group's 1.6) is compared against Size Zero for humanoid whole body control performance.

New York Court of Appeals

1 video

The state's highest court, where Sam argued an appeal using deep work and active recall techniques.

Small Magellanic Cloud

1 video

One of the Milky Way's satellite galaxies, currently undergoing a slow death spiral towards the Milky Way and predicted to merge in approximately 2 billion years.

University of Southern California (USC)

1 video

Where Dr. Montagne's team developed the MRI technique to detect blood-brain barrier leakage.

Secret Societies

1 video

Formed in ancient times, often through blood oaths and sexual relationships, to gain power and influence, sometimes leading to conflict and human sacrifice.

Gaia-Enceladus

1 video

The galaxy that the Milky Way consumed approximately 10 billion years ago, a merger so large it reshaped the galaxy and is considered the birth of the modern Milky Way.

Sagittarius Dwarf Spheroidal Galaxy

1 video

A satellite galaxy that has interacted with the Milky Way multiple times over the last 5 billion years, influencing star formation episodes in the Milky Way disc.

Alpha Schools

1 video

An educational model based in Austin that claims to use AI technology for personalized learning, but is critiqued as primarily computer-based learning with minimal AI involvement.

Multiverse Concert Series

1 video

A project directed by David Ibbett that combines music and science through collaborations with scientists and labs.

American Association of Family Physicians

1 video

One of several organizations that recommend BMD screening for women at 65 and men at 70, or high-risk individuals at 50.

Soul Degree

1 video

Men's retreats created by Mel Robbins' husband, Chris, focusing on deeper experiences and connection, selling out quickly due to high demand.

National AI Advisory Committee

1 video

A committee formed with significant investment and governance focus related to AI.

NASA Jet Propulsion Lab

1 video

Dex's former internship location where he worked on pathfinding algorithms for rovers.

MIT Emerging Talent

1 video

A program within MIT focused on developing emerging talent, a key organizer of the summit.

Nal

1 video

One of the organizing bodies of the Migration Summit.

Syrian American Medical Society Foundation

1 video

Organization Yasmine Gazal currently works with in the ground and partnership department.

Pharma Team

1 video

A pharmacist volunteer team founded by Yasmine Gazal in Turkey, focused on empowering pharmacists.

Ex University

1 video

University where Yousef is pursuing his Master's and PhD in engineering, business management, and sustainability.

Yildiz Technical University

1 video

University in Turkey where Fared Alfez graduated with a degree in Control and Automation Engineering.

SUNY

1 video

A university where a paper was published finding a high prevalence of folate receptor autoantibodies in individuals with high autism spectrum disorder scores.

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)

1 video

A US government institution where John Martinis worked, noting proximity to Dave Wineland's Nobel Prize-winning group.

Personal Genome Project

1 video

An initiative launched in 2005 by Dr. Church to promote personal genome sequencing and public sharing of genomic data.

Department of Justice (DOJ)

1 video

The US government agency leading antitrust actions against Google, aiming to break up its monopoly and foster competition.

Mozilla

1 video

The company behind the Firefox web browser, which relies heavily on payments from Google for its revenue.

Journal of Clinical Oncology

1 video

A great journal that published the major study on lidocaine and breast cancer, yet the findings have seen limited uptake.

Michael J. Fox Foundation

1 video

A disease organization dedicated to Parkinson's disease research and support.

Frankes

1 video

A sect that emerged from Sabbatai Zevi's movement, characterized by the transgression of moral boundaries and sexually promiscuous rituals.

Chicago Fed

1 video

The speaker, as president of the Chicago Fed, shares insights and references its operations, including its cash vault and research into construction productivity.

FDIC

1 video

Mentioned in the context of deposit insurance, highlighting that a significant portion of lending occurs outside FDIC-insured formal banks, increasing systemic risk.

Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas

1 video

Mentioned as an example of a regional Fed bank, prompting the question of why such branches need substantial research staff.

FOMC

1 video

The Federal Open Market Committee, where 19 members (7 political appointees and 12 non-political appointees from reserve banks) discuss monetary policy. It's described as the world's greatest deliberative body.

The Fat Boys

1 video

An American hip-hop group from Brooklyn, New York, mentioned for their members having three-part names which was a trend Busta Rhymes followed.

Saxon Sound System

1 video

An influential British-Jamaican sound system, whose artists like Tippa Irie were a source of inspiration for Busta Rhymes' performance style.

Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership

1 video

A regional organization that excludes the United States, cited as part of China's effort to push the US out of the Asia-Pacific.

Houston Rockets

1 video

NBA team involved in a controversy when their general manager Daryl Morey tweeted support for Hong Kong, leading to Chinese retaliation.

CCTV

1 video

Chinese state television, which stated that issues of sovereignty and social stability are not within the purview of free speech, illustrating China's control over information.

ISS

1 video

Institutional Shareholder Services, a proxy advisory firm criticized for imposing DEI and ESG requirements on corporations.

Center for AI Safety

1 video

A research organization that published a study on AI model biases.

Manhattan Behavioral Institute

1 video

A medical lab research facility run by Dr. Judith Joseph, responsible for clinical research studies including on high-functioning depression.

Nalan Karam Foundation

1 video

Organizer of the Migration Summit 2024.

Education for Employment (EFE) Jordan

1 video

An organization that creates economic opportunities for youth in Jordan by identifying market needs and providing relevant training.

EFE Network

1 video

A network of EFE affiliates operating in various countries, facilitating knowledge sharing and collaborative activities like the MENA Youth Employment Summit.

UNESCO World Heritage Site

1 video

The designation for the Kumano Kodo and Camino de Santiago, recognizing their global cultural and spiritual significance.

European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)

1 video

Provided arrangements for EFE Jordan to manage training centers in a mall and in Aqaba.

USAID

1 video

A project that targeted women who were already generating some income and helped them grow their businesses.

GIZ

1 video

Funded one of Nara's EFE programs in 2023.

GoodFX

1 video

An organization running education programs for refugees in Kenya, facing challenges with gender imbalance.

World Food Programme (WFP)

1 video

EFE Jordan has been discussing a 'graduation program' with WFP and other UN agencies to help refugees transition from receiving assistance to generating their own income.

National Aid Fund (NAF)

1 video

EFE Jordan also works with Jordanians receiving assistance from NAF to help them graduate from reliance on aid through skills training.

C.G. Jung institute

1 video

The institution where Jung and researchers experimented with intuitive methods like astrology.

Smartphone Free Childhood

1 video

A non-profit organization that produced an ad confronting the negative realities of giving smartphones to young children, including exposure to inappropriate content, bullying, and predatory content.

Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM)

1 video

A men's health charity based in the UK, mentioned for providing updated statistics on young adults experiencing mental health crises.

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS)

1 video

A massive volunteer organization in India, which Modi joined at a young age, instilling in him values of purpose, national service, and discipline.

Savaharti

1 video

An organization established by RSS volunteers, dedicated to serving the poorest people in slums and settlements, running approximately 125,000 service projects without government assistance.

Mughals

1 video

An imperial power that ruled over India for centuries, part of India's long history of colonial rule before independence.

Nixon Peabody

1 video

A law firm renowned for its expertise in securing special tax benefits for industries, which Jeff Kpof connected with to exploit renewable power tax credits.

Aaron Burr LLC

1 video

Mentioned in relation to fraudulent attempts to manipulate energy credits and bypass regulations by the IRS.

company

1 video

Refers to businesses in the AI field, particularly those investing in compute for training and inference.

Pima College

1 video

A community college highlighted for its impressive work in accommodating resettled students and adults, ensuring they feel welcomed.

University of Leeds

1 video

Mentioned as the institution that built the ray tracer framework used in the demonstration.

Center for Creative Leadership

1 video

Organization where Anne Creedy works, focusing on leadership development and the importance of trust and psychological safety.

U-Hero Institute

1 video

A center in Oxford dedicated to the study of practical and applied ethics.

Pale Red Dot

1 video

A team of astronomers led by Guillem Anglada Escudé that discovered Proxima Centauri b.

SOAS (School of Oriental and African Studies)

1 video

A school in London known for its rigorous language programs, specifically Japanese.

Oppenheim Group

1 video

A real estate brokerage in Hollywood that the speaker joined, which significantly opened up opportunities and led to higher commissions.

Art Directors Club

1 video

Prestigious design organization in New York City, where Craig was invited to be a judge at a young age.

School of Visual Arts (SVA)

1 video

New York City institution where Liz Danzico was founding an interaction design program.

Children's National Hospital

1 video

Researchers at this hospital created an AI tool to diagnose rheumatic heart disease in children.

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

1 video

Collaborated with Microsoft on a study using AI to identify promising materials for next-generation batteries.

Ensemble Intercontemporain

1 video

A contemporary music ensemble with which David Robertson had a significant tenure as principal conductor.

The Juilliard School

1 video

A performing arts conservatory where David Robertson teaches.

Metropolitan Opera

1 video

A prominent opera house where David Robertson regularly conducts.

New York Philharmonic

1 video

An orchestra with which David Robertson is conducting a summer concert.

Royal Academy of Music

1 video

Institution in London where David Robertson studied.

BBC Symphony Orchestra

1 video

Orchestra with which Pierre Boulez had a strong relationship and David Robertson attended rehearsals.

Pachamama Alliance

1 video

An organization that takes people to the rainforest to raise consciousness about saving it, where Jack Canfield first encountered Ayahuasca.

Tech for Humanity

1 video

An initiative by Ashoka that collaborates with organizations like Borha's to use digital public goods to 'hack the system' and improve migrant worker conditions and the migration system.

Booker T. Washington Senior High School

1 video

The high school where the speaker found an academic home and graduated from with both a diploma and an associate's degree.

MacDowell

1 video

One of the oldest and most prestigious artist residencies in America, located in New Hampshire, where Craig attended a writing fellowship.

Lehman College

1 video

The institution where Dr. Brad Schoenfeld is a professor.

Giga Texas

1 video

Tesla's factory in Austin, Texas, described as the largest factory manufacturing things, where Elon Musk discussed the Twitter acquisition.

Loughborough University

1 video

A UK university noted for having one of the better sports science programs in the world, where academic rigor in the first year was perceived as lower.

University of Oklahoma

1 video

Institution where the speaker studied supernovae.

American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)

1 video

A professional society recommended as a reliable online resource for accurate information on aesthetic procedures, helping patients navigate the confusing field.

American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS)

1 video

A professional society to which both guests belong, cited as a source of diverse approaches from different specialists and a reliable online resource for procedure information.

American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)

1 video

A plastic surgery society mentioned as a good resource for accurate information on procedures.

PLA

1 video

The People's Liberation Army; its perceived ability to win a conflict is a prerequisite for Xi Jinping to initiate action against Taiwan.

Columbia Space Initiative

1 video

A student team that helped build a demonstration of a tuned mass damper system for the Veritasium video.

Center for Compassion Studies

1 video

The center at the University of Arizona where Dr. Raison was the founding director.

National Institute of Standards and Technology

1 video

An organization that conducted a study in 2021 to assess if quartering winds posed greater demands on buildings like City Corp.

YC startups

1 video

A category of HumanLayer's customers, typically smaller engineering teams (10-20 people).

Kaisen Brain Center

1 video

The facility where the speaker underwent the SAINT protocol treatment.

Maduro government

1 video

Mentioned for potential collaboration in facilitating drug flows through Venezuela.

Sinaloa Cartel

1 video

Previously the most powerful drug trafficking organization, its leadership has been shattered, leading to fragmentation and increased power of other cartels.

Los Chapitos

1 video

Sons of El Chapo who are reportedly running the Sinaloa Cartel organization in a less business-like and more destructive manner.

Jalisco New Generation Cartel

1 video

The second largest drug trafficking organization in Mexico, characterized by extreme violence and territorial expansion.

DEA

1 video

Mentioned as having an operation that led to the capture of the Sinaloa cartel's chief accountant.

Seal Team Six

1 video

Mentioned as a force Trump has suggested sending to deal with cartels.

Mars 2020 Perseverance Mission

1 video

The mission of which Ingenuity was a technology demonstration, designed to assist the Perseverance rover in its search for ancient life.

Oatrix

1 video

Company founded by Sam Shaw, likely related to leadership or coaching services.

Children's Hospital Philadelphia

1 video

Training foundation models on patient data to improve reasoning capabilities.

Wesleyan University

1 video

The university in Middletown, Connecticut, from which the speaker graduated.

Warren Commission

1 video

Commission established to investigate the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Its findings are questioned.

Mormons

1 video

Mentioned as one of the many secret societies that have wielded power within bureaucracies.

Air Street Capital

1 video

The organization behind the State of AI report.

Sumate

1 video

A civil organization founded by María Corina Machado to gather petitions for a recall referendum against Chávez, symbolizing a citizen-led movement for democracy.

Organization of American States (OAS)

1 video

Machado addressed the OAS in 2014 regarding human rights violations in Venezuela, marking an international accusation against Maduro.

Thomas Jefferson High School

1 video

A selective magnet school in Virginia mentioned as an example of a school that produces many high achievers.

Lowell High School

1 video

A traditional feeder school in San Francisco, mentioned as an example of a school that sends many high achievers to certain colleges.

Stuyvesant High School

1 video

A highly selective exam school in New York City that accounts for a significant number of low-income high achievers applying to selective colleges.

Renew Democracy Initiative (RDI)

1 video

An organization co-founded by Kasparov and others to defend liberal democracy from attacks by both far-right and far-left radicals.

MIT Emerging Talent, Nal, and Kuram Foundation

1 video

Organizers of the migration Summit 2024, focusing on building bridges for displaced learners and communities.

Running Remote

1 video

A remote work community with over 2,000 members where Lorraine Charles discussed challenges of placing talent, leading to the idea of project outsourcing.

GiveInternet.org

1 video

A partner of Nal that provides devices and money for connectivity to learners in programs like those in Kenya, addressing the digital divide.

Learning Lions

1 video

An organization credited by Susan Ayich for providing scholarships and enabling her to gain programming skills essential for her work with Nal Agency.

IKEA Foundation

1 video

Funder of the Rebuild program, which focuses on economic matters and policy conversations.

Met

1 video

The Metropolitan Museum of Art, used as an example of a great art gallery for learning calibration.

Wallace Collection

1 video

An art gallery in London used as an example of a smaller, more intimate art venue for learning calibration.

National Cancer Institute

1 video

Provided grants that supported the start of fast neutron therapy in the US and partnered with Fermilab for the Neutron Therapy Facility.

Loma Linda University Medical Center

1 video

The institution that partnered with Fermilab to build the first hospital-based proton accelerator for cancer therapy in the US.

TRIUMF Lab

1 video

A testing site for the MVM prototype in Canada.

Cook County Hospital Simulation Lab

1 video

Hosted a testing site for the MVM in Chicago.

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

1 video

The regulatory body that granted emergency use authorization for the MVM ventilator.

Health Canada

1 video

The Canadian regulatory body that granted approval for the MVM ventilator, including a contract for 10,000 units.

European Union CE Mark

1 video

Governing body for CE marking in the European Union, whose approval is also sought for the MVM.

Wiimo

1 video

A company developing self-driving cars mentioned as an example of robotics advancements.

Stanford computer science

1 video

Graduates from this program are finding their degrees no longer guarantee jobs due to AI coding tools.

Incas

1 video

Indigenous civilization in the Americas conquered by the Spanish starting in 1492.

Government-Sponsored Entities (GSEs)

1 video

Entities like Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac that have become a major destination for loans originated by shadow banks, shifting risk to the government balance sheet.

Howard Buffett Foundation

1 video

Awarded the speaker a grant, acknowledging her drive despite not being a traditional candidate.

Cornell Medical Center

1 video

The medical institution where Dr. Theodore Schwartz is a professor.

New York Presbyterian Hospital

1 video

The hospital associated with Cornell Medical Center where Dr. Schwartz practices.

IPF Nationals

1 video

A powerlifting competition in Greece where the pilot study participants were preparing to compete.

Art of Living

1 video

An organization through which James Nestor learned Sudarshan Kriya breathwork.

San Francisco Writers' Grotto

1 video

A community of professional writers who shared office space and provided pragmatic advice on the business side of writing, though later became 'diluted' by hobbyists.

Task Platform

1 video

An initiative based in international Geneva focused on bringing forward-looking perspectives on the future of work.

ITU

1 video

The International Telecommunications Union, which has initiated new initiatives around large-scale collaboration.

Emerging Talent

1 video

An initiative associated with MIT, involved in organizing the Migration Summit.

University of Wisconsin

1 video

Where the speaker, Dan Hooper, received his PhD.

University of Austin

1 video

A new university attempting to counter the corruption in the education system by hiring free-thinking professors, but facing accreditation challenges.

Weaponization Committee

1 video

A Congressional committee led by Jim Jordan, which investigated government overreach and pressure on tech companies regarding censorship.

Stanford Internet Observatory

1 video

A third-party censorship bureau funded by the federal government, potentially exposed for flagrantly illegal activities by acting as government agents.

Institute for Human and Machine Cognition (IHMC)

1 video

Research institute where Dr. D'Agostino is a research scientist, focusing on various research areas including metabolic therapies.

Labdoor

1 video

A third-party site that tests the concentration of active ingredients in supplements, recommended for checking Vitamin D3 levels.

ConsumerLab.com

1 video

A third-party site that tests the concentration of active ingredients in supplements, recommended for checking Vitamin D3 levels.

Moffitt Cancer Center

1 video

A cancer center interested in immune-based therapies, including the use of ketogenic diets to enhance checkpoint inhibitors like PDL-1 inhibitors.

Stratford University

1 video

A private university that went bankrupt due to its executives embezzling funds, highlighting how top individuals within a bureaucracy can exploit the system for personal gain.

Unite Healthcare

1 video

A health insurance company mentioned for its high denial rate of claims, illustrating how bureaucratic entities can create obstacles and negatively impact individuals.

University of Illinois Chicago

1 video

Former university of Dr. Baar, where a study showed that knocking out inflammatory cells prevented muscle hypertrophy.

Open University

1 video

The Open University in the UK, where Kula works. It is the first open and distance university in the world and offers scholarships to asylum seekers and refugees.

Bank of Japan

1 video

Played a significant role in the economic boom and subsequent bubble by implementing policies like 'window guidance' to direct lending and later by lowering interest rates to stimulate the economy, which contributed to excessive borrowing and speculation.

Spearhead

1 video

A project/fund that trains founders to become angel investors by giving them capital to invest and providing mentorship.

Venture Hacks

1 video

A previous podcast focusing on the game theory of venture capital and helping entrepreneurs raise money.

Middle East Technical University

1 video

Dilara's institution where she works as a research assistant and PhD candidate in the Guidance and Psychological Counseling department.

GDC

1 video

Game Developers Conference, where Forest recalls a talk about game design principles.

Peak Six

1 video

An investment company co-founded by Jenny Just, known for making money every year for 28 years.

Salt Raider

1 video

A Twitch group that created a viral video about Among Us, contributing to its momentum.

First Chicago

1 video

The bank where Jamie Dimon worked, in relation to a business partnership discussion with Jenny Just.

Okconor

1 video

Where Jenny Just and her co-founder worked before starting their own company.

Buddhist archive in Germany

1 video

The archive where Julie Lindahl first found documents related to her German grandparents' past, initiating her research journey.

Wellesley College

1 video

The American college Julie attended, where she experienced severe eating disorders related to her family's unspoken history.

German Federal Archives

1 video

The first major archive Julie visited, where she found about 100 pages of information on her grandparents, including their SS marriage application.

Institute of National Remembrance in Poznan

1 video

A Polish archive where Julie found eyewitness accounts from 1946 detailing the brutality committed by her grandfather and his comrades in occupied Poland.

Die Zeit

1 video

A major German daily newspaper that had the courage to publish research findings on Nazi child-rearing practices and their impact on empathy.

Calorie Restriction Society

1 video

A group of individuals practicing calorie restriction, which was referenced in the context of a study measuring autophagy biomarkers in muscle biopsies.

University of California, San Diego

1 video

The institution where Brian Keating is a Chancellor's Distinguished Professor of Physics.

Open Source Initiative

1 video

Mentioned in the context of the definition of open-source AI, specifically regarding the requirement of knowing training data provenance.

LLMIs

1 video

An organization whose leaderboards are discussed, with a note that their human evaluation leaderboards might be problematic.

Kennedy Institute of Ethics

1 video

An institute at Georgetown University that was instrumental in the development of bioethics.

Center for Digital Ethics

1 video

An institute at Georgetown University focused on the ethical implications of technology, which Cal Newport helped found.

Brown University

1 video

University from which Brian Keating graduated before starting his postdocs.

HUD

1 video

US Department of Housing and Urban Development, mentioned as a government agency potentially impacted by AI.

Department of Education

1 video

US Department of Education, potentially impacted by AI.

QTM

1 video

A fictional government agency from the book 'There Is No Antimemetics Division'.

Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences

1 video

Award received by Milton Friedman in 1976 for his achievements in the fields of consumption analysis, monetary history and theory, and for his demonstration of the complexity of stabilization policy.

Mont Pelerin Society

1 video

An international organization composed of classical liberals, neoliberals, and conservatives, founded by Friedrich Hayek, dedicated to promoting free markets and individual liberty.

Newsweek magazine

1 video

A prominent American news magazine for which Milton Friedman wrote a column, significantly raising his public intellectual profile.

Journal of Applied Physiology

1 video

A scientific journal where research on training status categorization was discussed.

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health

1 video

The publishing venue for the Benito et al. meta-analysis, criticized for its review process and potential lack of rigor in some areas.

University of Tampa

1 video

Mentioned in relation to a study on myo-reps that was presented as a poster but not formally published, and other un-replicated findings.

ETS

1 video

Education Testing Service, the organization responsible for standardized tests like the SAT, TOEFL, AP, and GRE, established by Harry Tony and James B. Conant.

Skull and Bones

1 video

A prominent secret society at Yale University known for its powerful members, including U.S. Presidents George W. Bush and John Kerry, symbolizing the elite's interconnectedness.

Customs and Border Protection

1 video

Agency involved in border security efforts, mentioned in the context of engaging with cartels and narcotics.

International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health (ISSWSH)

1 video

A fabulous organization that provides guidelines and resources for women's sexual health, including appropriate dosing for testosterone therapy in females.

MS-13

1 video

A prominent gang mentioned alongside other cartels as an example of the devastating effect on American communities and the justification for designating cartels as terrorist organizations.

Rockwood Notes

1 video

An entity seeking funding to write a biography of Jay Pritzker, mentioned as a project David Senra is supporting.

Namal

1 video

A co-organizer of the Migration Summit.

Kiron Foundation

1 video

A co-organizer of the Migration Summit, supporting refugee and migrant communities.

Ashoka

1 video

The largest network of social entrepreneurs globally, where Kenny Kid co-leads the 'Hello World' initiative.

French Tech Woro

1 video

An organization led by Wed Barsley that links the Polish and French Tech markets, working with embassies and government bodies.

Founder Institute

1 video

An organization where Wed Barsley leads accelerators for pre-seed companies and founders, focusing on pushing promising entrepreneurs for funding.

Bowa

1 video

An organization led by Gonçalo Fonseca that works with journalists and storytelling around migrants to influence public policy narratives.

Legal Eagle

1 video

A channel or platform associated with Devon, who discusses copyright law and AI with the host.

Shuran S group

1 video

The group that developed the Daxumi data capture device.

Peter Bell's group

1 video

The group at Berkeley that developed the Jello system for data collection.

SNOLAB

1 video

A deep underground laboratory in Canada (2300 meters below ground) where experiments like Sensei and SuperCDMS are deployed or will be deployed to reduce cosmic ray interference.

Eleven Madison Park

1 video

A restaurant that under Will Guidara became one of the top-ranked restaurants in the world, known for its extreme hospitality.

Mccor

1 video

A company working on upgrading senior dev evals.

Arnold Ventures

1 video

Philanthropic organization founded by John and Laura Arnold, focusing on evidence-based giving.

REDUCE

1 video

An organization founded by the speaker that acts as an 'urban mine' to recover precious metals from waste jewelry and repurpose them for innovation.

Seattle Seahawks

1 video

Example from Annie Duke's book, referring to Pete Carroll's Super Bowl decision to pass on the goal line as a good decision with a bad outcome.

Google Project Magenta

1 video

Released an AI-generated piano piece in 2016 made by deep learning algorithms, a significant step in AI music generation.

FHA

1 video

Federal Housing Administration, mentioned for its low-down-payment loan programs.

Redpoint

1 video

An investment firm that participated in Legora's Series B funding round.

Perorka

1 video

A Spanish law firm whose partner used Legora in court to query evidence from the opposing party in real-time during a hearing.

Norhen

1 video

An organization similar to Y Combinator for 'impact' based in Stockholm, where the founder gained exposure to other ambitious entrepreneurs.

BAMLO

1 video

An organization the founder worked at briefly.

Mentee

1 video

An online platform that connects individuals with mentors and offers guidance, language support, knowledge sharing, and university certifications to help overcome local challenges.

AfriLabs network

1 video

A Pan-African Hubs Network used to access markets where partners operate and to host employees or consultants in co-working spaces, aiding integration into new communities.

Amala Education

1 video

An organization that provides high school diplomas and degrees for displaced young people, creating a pool of talented individuals who face challenges in finding subsequent employment.

ILO

1 video

The International Labour Organization, which, along with UNHCR, has released research on refugee employment and challenges in accessing digital economies.

Na'amal

1 video

An organization that works with intermediaries and freelance platforms to reduce barriers for refugees accessing employment, sharing similar goals to UNHCR's Boundless Skills platform.

Normandy Format

1 video

A diplomatic group of four countries (Ukraine, Russia, France, Germany) that met in 2019 to resolve the war in Donbas.

XPRIZE

1 video

An organization that designs and operates global competitions to incentivize technological breakthroughs.

O'Reilly Emerging Technology Conference

1 video

A conference where Pablos Holman famously demonstrated hacking exploits around 2008, showcasing vulnerabilities in everyday technology.

Google Ignite

1 video

An event possibly confused with the O'Reilly Emerging Technology Conference where hacking demonstrations occurred.

CNNMoney.com

1 video

Holman demonstrated a JavaScript exploit to force the website to load a modified news story.

One Campaign

1 video

A campaign by music artists to solve global problems like malaria and HIV by uniting diverse groups around a single goal.

MARS conference

1 video

An annual event hosted by Jeff Bezos and Amazon for experts in Machine Learning, Automation, Robotics, and Space, fostering community and cross-pollination.

New Lab

1 video

An incubator for deep tech startups located in the Brooklyn Navy Yard and Detroit, offering machine shops and labs.

Jet Propulsion Lab

1 video

Dex worked here during his high school internship, focusing on pathfinding algorithms for rovers.

Job Tech Alliance

1 video

An ecosystem initiative focused on inclusive job tech companies in Africa, working on leveraging technology for job creation and inclusion, particularly for marginalized communities like refugees.

US government

1 video

Mentioned in relation to federal funding for childcare assistance and potential bailouts for states.

MIRI

1 video

Mentioned as a potential place for AI research work alongside DeepMind and Google Brain.

Taxpayer Protection Network

1 video

Mentioned concerning potential litigation against asset mispricing.

Rosicrucians

1 video

A philosophical and mystical tradition founded in the early 17th century, often associated with secret societies and esoteric knowledge.

MER (Meter)

1 video

A nonprofit that conducts evaluations of AI capabilities, producing high-quality, unbiased studies often cited by AI companies.

MPEG LA

1 video

Highlighted as a group that commercialized audio and video codecs, charging a small fee per smartphone, demonstrating the licensing aspect of intellectual property.

Kennedy Center for Ethics

1 video

A historical center at Georgetown University that was influential in bioethics, mentioned as a precursor to tech ethics initiatives.

US Senate

1 video

A governmental body that Cal Newport's writing for The New Yorker aims to reach with policy-relevant insights.

American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery

1 video

An organization that endorses amplification with hearing aids and cognitive behavioral therapy as main interventions for tinnitus.

National Accelerator Laboratory

1 video

The original name of Fermilab when it was established.

Weizmann Institute of Science

1 video

One of the institutions where Dr. Eran Elinav's labs are located, in Tel Aviv, Israel.

German Cancer Research Center

1 video

One of the institutions where Dr. Eran Elinav's labs are located, in Heidelberg, Germany.

Mountain Cloud Zen Center

1 video

A Zen center in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where the speaker had a magical retreat experience.

Rockefeller Foundation

1 video

Provided a grant to UCSF to study heterosexual transmission of HIV in Africa.

Uganda Cancer Institute

1 video

An institution in Uganda with a prior collaboration with the NCI on lymphoma research.

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation

1 video

An organization Nick, Sue's husband, has worked with for 15 years, currently operating in 12 countries in sub-Saharan Africa.

Committee of Vigilance

1 video

Implied in the context of the Reign of Terror, responsible for investigating and identifying enemies of the revolution.

ASCO (American Society of Clinical Oncology)

1 video

A society where significant oncology findings, such as the success of Herceptin and the debunking of bone marrow transplants for breast cancer, were announced.

LTA Research

1 video

An organization backed by Sergey Brin, focusing on airships for disaster relief.

Thieves

1 video

A Greek city-state that copied Sparta's system but made it voluntary, creating the 'Sacred Band' of 300 elite soldiers who became a dominant military power.

Savannah Bananas

1 video

A baseball team that redefined the sport to be more entertaining, used as an example of business differentiation and unsucking an industry.

Appaloosa Management

1 video

A hedge fund and a former client of Mike Michalowicz's technology services company, used as an example of customer feedback.

SBA

1 video

Small Business Administration, mentioned for a study on small business survival rates.

Intel Capital

1 video

One of the investors in Figure AI, contributing to its substantial funding rounds.

LOL

1 video

A for-profit company that develops an AI-powered reading app for young children.

Intelligence (journal)

1 video

A scientific journal where a 2023 paper on the reverse Flynn effect by a Northwestern team was published.

Northwestern Medical School

1 video

The institution where Elizabeth Dwark, a research professor and corresponding author of a study on the reverse Flynn effect, is based.

Nal Karam Foundation

1 video

Co-organizer of the Migration Summit 2024, focused on building bridges for displaced learners and communities.

Aquarium Drunkard

1 video

A music blog that wrote a positive review of Rebecca's album 'Before the Future'.

United Federation of Teachers (UFT)

1 video

The union representing New York City school teachers, which supports Governor Kathy Hochul's cell phone ban in schools.

Reframe Network

1 video

Managed social media handles and engaged in curriculum exchange, mentioned by George.

Madar

1 video

Mentioned as a partner in conversations about operationalizing refugee employment programs.

Kohama

1 video

Mentioned as a partner in conversations about operationalizing refugee employment programs.

Fatty Acid Research Institute (FARI)

1 video

An institute started by Dr. Bill Harris that aims to understand the health effects of various fatty acids, including omega-3s.

Janet

1 video

A university network used before full internet connectivity was established, allowing communication only among students and academics.

Monthly Applications in Strength Support (MASS)

1 video

A research review for strength and physique athletes and coaches, providing updates on relevant scientific literature.

Arabella

1 video

Mentioned in the context of finding new 'boogeymen' for political activism.

USGS

1 video

The United States Geological Survey, mentioned for its 'Earth MRI system' used for mapping mineral deposits.

G7

1 video

Group of Seven, mentioned as part of the existing US-led international institutional framework.

IMF

1 video

International Monetary Fund, mentioned as part of the existing US-led international institutional framework.

San Francisco Chronicle

1 video

Mentioned as having published an article detailing how a significant portion of San Francisco's drug trade originates from a single town in South America.

US Department of Commerce

1 video

Issued an interim final rule on September 29th regarding export controls on Chinese companies and their affiliates.

Metabolic Mind

1 video

Part of the Bazookis' Metabolic Psychiatry group, focuses on education related to metabolic health for mental disorders.

Keto Nutrition

1 video

Dr. D'Agostino's informational website, ketonutrition.org.

The Huffington Post

1 video

A brand new blog at the time, whose reporter Barack Obama famously took a question from in 2009, indicating early recognition of New Media.

Bronx Science

1 video

Cited as an example of an excellent high school in the US producing top STEM talent.

Far Rockaway High School

1 video

Cited as an example of an excellent high school in the US producing top STEM talent.

National

1 video

A sponsor from historical Formula 1 eras, mentioned alongside Marlboro and Hugo Boss.

Blue Angels

1 video

Mentioned as another example of elite teams requiring immense trust, preparation, and teamwork, akin to professional football.

Miami Conference

1 video

Mentioned in the context of a 2001 loss where the team 'buried the ball' to symbolize putting the game and frustration behind them.

Fatty Acid Research Institute

1 video

An institute where Bill Harris and his group research the omega-3 index.

FDA Approval

1 video

The US Food and Drug Administration's approval for Setpoint Medical's device to treat rheumatoid arthritis.

Feinstein Institute at Northwell

1 video

Dr. Tracey's institute where 20 years of foundational research on the vagus nerve and inflammation was conducted.

DARPA (Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency)

1 video

A US government agency that provided crucial funding and support for early VNS research for conditions like sepsis and cytokine storm.

Kobay Initiative for Better Life

1 video

An organization co-founded by Samuel Bja Sanuka focused on improving the lives of refugees, particularly within the Kobo-Bay settlement.

Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights

1 video

Provided a definition of migration governance.

Leonard Epstein's lab

1 video

Research lab that has demonstrated the effectiveness of episodic future thinking manipulations in changing eating behavior.

Prospect Consortium

1 video

A partnership involving UNHCR and ILO working on employment facilitation and job placement for refugees.

Kobo-Bay Initiative for Better Life

1 video

Samuel's organization, which provides digital skills training with the goal of enabling graduates to find digital jobs or create digital enterprises, facing accreditation challenges.

Mastercard Foundation

1 video

A development partner that Samuel suggests can play a role in supporting refugee-led organizations by bridging gaps and fostering trust similar to UNHCR's approach.

Hilton Foundation

1 video

A development partner that Samuel suggests could collaborate with refugee organizations, facilitated by UNHCR.

AFC

1 video

Mentioned as a partner in the Kakuma Calob Challenge Fund, alongside Turkana County Government and UNHCR.

Department of Refugee Services (DRS)

1 video

The Kenyan government department played a critical role in ensuring refugee inclusion in the Sherika Plan, working with other stakeholders.

Ministry of Interior

1 video

A government ministry that needs to be at the table for discussions on refugee inclusion, particularly concerning work permits and migration.

Ministry of Labor and Social Protection

1 video

The ministry responsible for launching a strategy on the inclusion of informal workers into social protection schemes, which could potentially include refugees.

New Apostolic Reformation (N.A.R.)

1 video

A charismatic movement that Sam Harris associates with dominionism, but Doug Wilson differentiates from his own position.

BLS

1 video

Bureau of Labor Statistics, criticized for its brittle and unreliable approach to economic data.

Peronist Party

1 video

Political movement in Argentina, described negatively by Milei, who states they would have organized lootings and attempted to oust him if he hadn't implemented his reforms immediately.

The Rolling Stones

1 video

Iconic British rock band, Milei's favorite band, whom he dreams of meeting and playing with.

Frontier Evals team

1 video

Mia and Olivia's team at OpenAI, focused on evaluating AI capabilities and risks.

NSCC

1 video

The National Securities Clearing Corporation, which reportedly issued a significant deposit request to Robinhood, forcing them to raise capital.

Swedish Academy of Sciences

1 video

The institution that awarded Dr. Irving Langmuir the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1932.

Codex team

1 video

A team within OpenAI that Mia Glaese leads, working on AI models for code.

Human data team

1 video

A team at OpenAI focusing on human-generated data, collaborating on evaluations.

Alignment team

1 video

A team within OpenAI that Mia Glaese leads, focused on ensuring AI systems align with human values.

MIT AI Lab

1 video

The place where the speaker started working on AI in his youth.

Ting dynasty

1 video

Mentioned as an example of a civilization that started in villages and grew to cities.

Moscow State University

1 video

University where Mark Cuban taught kids how to start businesses in 1992.

Center for Child Protection

1 video

A charity that Allison Ellsworth is raising money for through her participation in Dancing with the Stars Austin.

Defense Language Institute in Monterey

1 video

An organization that, in conjunction with DARPA, has used devices to improve language acquisition.

University College London (UCL)

1 video

The institution where Dr. Van Tulleken is running a big scientific study on ultra-processed food, following his personal experiment.

World Obesity Federation

1 video

An organization that identifies obesity as a major public health problem, predicting that over 4 billion people will be obese or overweight within the next 12 years. Dr. Van Tulleken spoke at their meeting in New York.

New Apostolic Reformation

1 video

A movement associated with dominionism, which Doug Wilson clarifies he is not part of, coming from different theological circles.

NIH (National Institute on Aging)

1 video

Organization where Don Ingram, a colleague of Dr. Mattson, conducted research.

University of North Carolina

1 video

University mentioned alongside Harvard in discussions about DEI decisions.

Homeland Security

1 video

Agents were conducting deportations in California, leading to protests.

Church of England

1 video

Used as an example of a national church that the founders of the US did not want to replicate.

Church of Denmark

1 video

Used as an example of a national church that the founders of the US did not want to replicate.

Fragman

1 video

An international law firm dedicated to providing worldwide immigration services, partnering with Talent Beyond Boundaries and acting as an employer.

Global Task Force Refugee Labor Mobility

1 video

A group whose members include various partners working on refugee labor mobility, including government bodies and organizations like Fragman and the UNHCR.

Australian government

1 video

Partnered with TBB, has pledged skilled visas for refugees through the Skilled Refugee Pilot program.

Canadian government

1 video

Partnered with TBB, has pledged 2,000 spots for the Economic Mobility Pathway Pilot, and has pledged to make it a permanent program.

House of Lancaster

1 video

One of the warring factions in the War of the Roses.

Talent Lift

1 video

An organization working in Canada with TBB and Refuge Point to help refugees access skilled employment.

UK government

1 video

Negotiated concessions for the skilled migration pilot, including allowing applications from anywhere in the world and providing priority processing.

Texas A&M University

1 video

Ethan's father graduated from Texas A&M, and his brother is a sophomore there aiming to fly in the Air Force.

ATF (Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives)

1 video

Ethan had a run-in with the ATF at age 16 when he was building a .50 caliber oxyhydrogen rifle.

Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM)

1 video

Mentioned in the context of logistical challenges and the need for fuel generation at the point of need due to potential threats to tankers.

Thermus aquaticus (Taq)

1 video

Heat-resistant bacterium discovered in Yellowstone hot springs, from which a heat-stable polymerase essential for PCR was isolated.

Department of Homeland Security

1 video

An entity that uses administrative subpoenas to identify accounts protesting ICE, with potential AI analysis of the data.

Brown Foods

1 video

The submitter of the Unreal Milk website for review.

Howard Medical School

1 video

Mentioned as a place where research has measured the release of endocannabinoids during simple practices.

The Story Collider

1 video

An organization that shares true personal stories about science through live shows and a podcast, aiming to evoke emotions rather than teach.

The Moth

1 video

A storytelling organization that the host previously taught for, focusing on helping teenagers tell their stories.

Stockholm University

1 video

University where Mike Albro became a professor.

Columbia College Chicago

1 video

Institution where Lindsay Olsen teaches textiles and previously studied art.

Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago

1 video

The agency responsible for treating wastewater in Cook County, which Lindsay Olsen created art inspired by.

Tuskegee Airmen

1 video

A group of African-American military pilots who trained in Tuskegee, Alabama, during World War II, inspiring Herman B. White Jr.

US Congress

1 video

The legislative body Herman B. White Jr. has engaged with to advocate for science funding.

KGB

1 video

Refers to the former principal security agency of the Soviet Union, noted for its historical longevity and consistent performance in intelligence operations, including infiltration and agent provocateur tactics.

Okhrana

1 video

The secret police of the Russian Empire, known for highly effective infiltration, recruitment of informers, and agent provocateur tactics against revolutionary movements, even controlling large parts of the opposition.

Bilderberg Group

1 video

An annual private conference established in the 1950s, primarily by Jozef Retinger, bringing together influential figures in media, business, and politics from Western Europe and Anglo-American nations to discuss global issues.

Washington Nationals (Nats)

1 video

A baseball team that won a series against the Mets.

UN Climate Panel

1 video

The United Nations body responsible for assessing climate change science. They provide scenarios for future global warming.

UNEP (United Nations Environment Programme)

1 video

The UN agency whose business-as-usual scenario for CO2 emissions is used as a baseline for climate models in the discussion.

UNFCCC (Framework Convention on Climate Change)

1 video

The organizing body of the Paris Agreement, whose estimates of promised CO2 cuts are discussed.

IRGC

1 video

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, mentioned as benefiting from poured money due to sanctions relief and controlling businesses, thus strengthening the Revolutionary Wing in Iran.

Australian Taxation Office (ATO)

1 video

The Australian tax authority, which was defrauded of $1.2 billion through a TikTok GST scam and investigated the operation.

Marine Stewardship Council

1 video

An organization that certifies sustainable fisheries; used as an example of how sustainability claims can be complex and sometimes misleading.

New England Innovation Academy

1 video

School whose teachers and students are welcomed and featured in the Day of AI program.

City of Boston

1 video

Michael Lawrence Evans works for this city, focusing on technology to improve services, including climate change mitigation.

Democratic National Committee (DNC)

1 video

The governing body of the Democratic Party, which Sanders believes he was at odds with during his presidential campaigns.

App Inventor Foundation

1 video

Hosts the App Inventor platform and organized the Global AI Hackathon.

College of DuPage

1 video

Where the MC, Chris Miller, is a professor.

Baltimore School for the Arts

1 video

The art school Jada attended, where she started her performing arts journey and met Tupac.

Hammerschmidt Elementary

1 video

The elementary school where MC's son Wyatt Miller had his last day before Thanksgiving break.

Brookhaven National Lab

1 video

Where Robin Bjorkquist visited to help take apart a superconducting magnet for the Muon g-2 experiment.

Illinois Math and Science Academy

1 video

A group of students from this academy attended the Physics Slam.

Conservative Party of Canada

1 video

The political party led by Pierre Poilievre, mentioned in the context of his role as opposition leader and his policy platform.

House of Commons

1 video

The legislative body where the adversarial nature of opposition politics is described.

University of Ottawa

1 video

Cited as an institution that hired a professor who had committed a terrorist attack.

First Nations

1 video

Mentioned in multiple contexts: receiving a stake in royalty revenue from resource projects, needing adequate drinking water and housing, and having their leaders facilitate major projects like LNG Canada.

Squamish people

1 video

Mentioned as a First Nations group that experienced a 14-year approval process for their project, highlighting regulatory delays.

JSCR

1 video

Journal where a debate on hypertrophy and strength was published.

Telluride Bluegrass Festival

1 video

A festival where a friend of Cyan's encountered Tibetan throat singers, leading her to discover this meditation practice.

ISIS

1 video

A terrorist organization that published 'Dabiq,' used as an example to illustrate the dangers of suppressing uncomfortable truths for political correctness.

Weather Underground

1 video

A radical left-wing militant organization from the 1960s/70s, which Bill Ayers led, used as an example of privileged individuals from past generations.

Gen Con

1 video

A large gaming convention that originated around Lake Geneva, initially focused on general's conventions and tabletop games.

MLPerf

1 video

An industry benchmark organization that provides performance measurements for AI models, including aspects like speed, energy, and power consumption.

Contrarian Thinking Capital

1 video

Cody Sanchez's venture capital arm, which currently operates as a cost center but may become profitable as it grows, investing in boring businesses.

World Economic Forum

1 video

Mentioned in the context of conspiracy theories about diluting national identity and reducing the white gene pool, though the speaker dismisses these as incompetent.

PRIO

1 video

An organization providing models for understanding civil wars, which Stephen Marche utilized in his book 'The Next Civil War'.

B-Corps

1 video

A type of corporation mentioned as an example of efforts to shift economic system incentives towards building AI that is good for people.

Republicans

1 video

Seen as having a political opportunity to capitalize on the fraud and waste issue, particularly in Democratic-led states.

Isa Roll's lab

1 video

A research laboratory in Israel studying the impact of motivational state and mindset on the immune system.

Chufu Ma's lab

1 video

A research lab at Harvard Medical School that identified neuroanatomical pathways for electroacupuncture to influence the vagal-adrenal axis and reduce inflammation.

United States Air Force

1 video

The branch of the military where Secretary Perry served as a pilot flying C-130 aircraft.

Office of Science

1 video

A part of the Department of Energy for which Vanessa inquired about priorities.

Jefferson Lab

1 video

A national laboratory collaborating with Fermilab on the LCLS-II project.

Department of Defense

1 video

An agency Secretary Perry is trying to get to collaborate with DOE on veteran health issues.

European Defense Fund

1 video

Mentioned in relation to European strategic autonomy, liked in principle after NATO's 2% spending target is met, but its effectiveness is questioned.

FARC

1 video

Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia, mentioned as a group that controlled parts of Colombia, which the Colombian army and police could not access before being destroyed with US help.

Office of the President

1 video

An MIT office that supported the event and charged the organizers with their work.

Lifelong Kindergarten

1 video

Mitch Resnik's group at the MIT Media Lab, focused on developing technologies and approaches for creative learning.

Cay Foundation

1 video

A non-profit foundation that received $2 million in proceeds from 'Game Punch'.

European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)

1 video

The European body that sets micronutrient targets, whose publication highlights skepticism about the necessity of high vitamin E intake for generally healthy humans.

Tokyo Institute of Technology

1 video

An institution that used CUDA-accelerated GPUs for their supercomputer in 2008.

University of Arizona

1 video

Where Dr. Ashley Mason completed her doctoral work, learning from Dick Bootzin, a co-inventor of CBT-I.

Association for Behavioral Sleep Medicine

1 video

An organization that maintains a directory of CBT-I providers, including those who offer tele-medicine, for people seeking treatment.

INE

1 video

A network organization consulted with by 'their world'.

Geometry Center

1 video

Institution that produced a classic math exposition video on turning a sphere inside out, referenced by the speaker.

American Diabetes Association

1 video

Not mentioned in the transcript. Diabetes classification is discussed generally.

Snyder Lab

1 video

Dr. Snyder's research lab at Stanford, which conducts studies on fiber effects on microbes and other health-related experiments.

US Coast Guard

1 video

Agency that participated in the extensive search and rescue operation for Amelia Earhart, providing ships and aircraft.

Sumerians

1 video

Ancient civilization whose creation myths are mentioned as early examples of creativity being understood as a divine generative force.

Babylonians

1 video

Ancient civilization whose creation myths are mentioned as early examples of creativity being understood as a divine generative force.

Florida State University

1 video

Conducted a study finding that lonely older adults had a 40% higher risk of developing dementia.

Protein Databank (PDB)

1 video

A public database that collects and stores protein structure data, which was crucial for the development and validation of AlphaFold.

Alcesi lab

1 video

A research lab that conducted an experiment to compare AlphaFold 2 trained on 1% of data to AlphaFold 1, demonstrating the power of research over just data.

Jang Lab

1 video

A research lab at MIT that used AlphaFold to engineer a protein for targeted drug delivery, demonstrating the tool's application in novel scientific endeavors.

International Monetary Fund

1 video

One of the Bretton Woods institutions built to manage monetary policies and exchange rates in the post-WWII international system.

European Coal and Steel Community

1 video

The precursor to the European Union, involving France and Germany, aimed at preventing future conflict.

Alternative for Germany

1 video

A right-wing populist party in Germany, mentioned as a manifestation of nativism and populism, particularly strong in Eastern Germany.

Rutland Daily Herald

1 video

The newspaper where Robert D. Kaplan began his journalism career in Vermont.

Cal State Fullerton

1 video

The institution where Dr. Andy Galpin is a professor of kinesiology.

Derry Girls for Change

1 video

A group of girls in Dharavi, India, who create mobile apps to improve their community, demonstrating computational action.

US Air Force

1 video

A branch of the US military facing challenges in upskilling its diverse workforce with generative AI due to network constraints, ethical considerations, and data privacy.

Hadzabe

1 video

A hunter-gatherer tribe in Tanzania observed to treat animal organs, like liver, as a valuable treasure.

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)

1 video

The government agency that provides databases for food nutrient content, which can be used for manual micronutrient tracking.

GAIN (Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition)

1 video

A highly-rated charity that takes a holistic approach to helping with food fortification and access in developing countries where severe malnutrition is common.

Iodine Global Network

1 video

A charity that specifically targets iodine deficiency through programs like salt iodization.

Comedy Mothership

1 video

A comedy club mentioned as a place where comedians engage in edgy, reprehensible speech as a form of 'play' or exploration, illustrating the need for free speech protection.

MedCram Videos

1 video

A popular and informative YouTube channel where Dr. Roger Seheult educates medical students and the broader public on various medical topics, including comprehensive coverage of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Institute of Medicine

1 video

An organization that sets the upper tolerable intake for Vitamin D at 4,000 IUs per day.

Boston New England Sanitarium

1 video

A sanitarium in the Northeast United States where 'rational therapies' like hydrotherapy, rest, sunlight, and fresh air were used to treat flu patients during the 1918-1919 epidemic, with significantly better outcomes than army hospitals.

Xianbei

1 video

A tribal group from the northern steppes that eventually rose to prominence and contributed to the founding of the Tang Dynasty.

Responsible AI for Social Empowerment and Education (RAISE)

1 video

An initiative focusing on empowering children to create and innovate with AI technologies, emphasizing classrooms as a key gateway for equitable access and understanding.

Sloan School of Management

1 video

Melissa Webster's affiliation where she teaches communication courses, discussing how the school's curriculum is being adapted to incorporate generative AI.

Teaching and Learning Lab

1 video

Janet Ranken's affiliation at MIT, which works with faculty on teaching practices and integrating new educational tools and methodologies.

Royal College of Music

1 video

an educational institution where Millan studied music.

Qin Dynasty

1 video

The first imperial dynasty of China, which unified the country through legalism and total warfare, but was short-lived due to its draconian policies.

Orthodox Church

1 video

A key element in the hypothesis, intertwined with the KGB in nurturing Putin and aiming to restore the Byzantine Empire and Moscow as the Third Rome.

Elson regime

1 video

The preceding Russian government whose unpopularity created an opportunity for Putin to be brought into power after the fall of the Soviet Union.

Google Ventures

1 video

The venture capital arm of Google, which invested $15 million in Nothing.

Xiongnu

1 video

A nomadic confederation that was a major adversary of the Han Dynasty, their westward migration eventually pressured other regions, including potentially contributing to the Hunnic invasions in Europe.

South Dakota Science and Technology Authority

1 video

An organization involved in the Sanford Underground Research Facility and LBNF/DUNE project.

Long Baseline Neutrino Facility

1 video

The facility being constructed as part of the LBNF/DUNE project, designed to house large neutrino detectors.

UK Science and Technology Facilities Council

1 video

An organization representing the UK's involvement in the DUNE project.

United Nations Mission Radio

1 video

A radio station where Ivana Musa worked as a journalist.

The Bridge to Recovery

1 video

A residential treatment center in Bowling Green, Kentucky, focused on disconnection. The host and guest met there in December 2017. Described as a 'wonderful, horrible place in the woods.'

PCS

1 video

Another therapeutic place the host attended three years after The Bridge to Recovery, which also had a significant positive impact on his life.

DHS

1 video

Department of Homeland Security, mentioned in the context of Operation Midway Blitz and raids in Chicago.

TIP Insights

1 video

A pollster cited for a survey showing Trump's net positive rating among voters in cities.

CBS News

1 video

Mentioned in relation to a report on public opinion regarding Trump's actions.

PCAOB

1 video

Public Company Accounting Oversight Board, mentioned in the context of accounting standards for tech transactions.

International Math Olympiad (IMO)

1 video

A prestigious mathematics competition. Aman Sanger made a 'prescient bet' that AI models would win a gold medal in the IMO by 2024, a prediction later supported by DeepMind's results.

Putnam Competition

1 video

A mathematics competition for college students in the U.S., referred to as 'the IMO for college people'.

University of San Diego

1 video

Where Jocko Willink attended college, majoring in English.

Super Training Gym

1 video

A gym in Sacramento where the host first saw Nsima Inyang deadlifting.

Valter Longo's Lab

1 video

UCLA research lab led by Valter Longo, which published a study linking protein and meat consumption to cancer incidence and all-cause mortality.

Athletic Truth Group (ATG)

1 video

Ben Patrick's company, offering an app with regressions for various movements, particularly useful for ankle mobility and pain remediation.

Phoenix Suns

1 video

An NBA team for which Cory Schlesinger was the director of performance, implementing microdosing movement practices.

Gamespot

1 video

A publication that awarded Divinity Original Sin PC Game of the Year in 2014.

Internet Engineering Task Force

1 video

The organization responsible for developing Internet standards, which has standardized HTTP 3.

Bastyr University

1 video

A well-respected naturopathic university founded by Joe Pizzorno.

Sasanian Persian Empire

1 video

One of the major powers around 600 CE, allied with some Jews to conquer Jerusalem.

NSF

1 video

National Science Foundation, which supports the Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Fundamental Interactions led by Jesse Thor.

Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Fundamental Interactions

1 video

An institute founded in 2020, a joint effort between MIT, Harvard, Northeastern, and TUFTS, focusing on fusing deep learning with fundamental physics.

MIT Sloan School of Management

1 video

Rachel Haraki's affiliation, a dual-degree student exploring the use of AI in her graduate studies.

HKN Honor Society

1 video

David Kopla is a co-president of this honor society, relevant to his student leadership roles.

Oxford University's China Center

1 video

The institution where George Magnus is a research associate, providing expertise on China's financial system.

AI Fund

1 video

A venture studio that builds startups, focusing on execution speed and concrete ideas in AI.

AI at MIT

1 video

The largest AI student organization at MIT, co-presided over by David Kopla.

J-World Education Lab

1 video

An MIT-affiliated lab connecting global educators and students, focusing on innovating curricula and learning experiences, often with AI integration.

Inc Magazine

1 video

A publication that interviewed and took a picture of the speaker, indicating his rising status in the business and tech world.

Lib Dem

1 video

Political party whose members debated selling out on tuition fees.

Urban Institute

1 video

Source of a graph showing expenditures and revenues by state and local governments from 2002 to 2016.

New York City teachers union

1 video

Stated that they report New York City teachers receive an average of $43,071 annually in retirement.

California Highway Patrol

1 video

Mentioned as an example where a full-career officer can expect an average pension of $88,101 per year.

Allen Institute for Brain Science

1 video

Research institute where Dr. Koch is an investigator, conducting groundbreaking work on the brain and human experience.

Tiny Blue Dot Foundation

1 video

Dr. Koch serves as chief scientist at this foundation, involved in research, particularly on consciousness and its applications.

Allen Institute

1 video

Research institute where experiments manipulate cortical circuits to understand their critical involvement in consciousness.

Spirit Rock

1 video

A meditation center where Daria Rose attended a 10-day silent retreat.

Comedy Central

1 video

A television channel that produced 'Detroiters' and had a stacked lineup of shows.

Sinai Temple

1 video

A temple in Los Angeles where David Wolpe serves as rabbi.

Workmen's Circle

1 video

A historical organization that attempted to replace God with social justice and labor, a 'weird idea' to the host.

London Marathon

1 video

A popular endurance race mentioned as an example of people seeking discomfort.

Konrad Adenauer Foundation

1 video

A German political foundation that sponsored a delegation of Jewish leaders to Germany, which Rabbi Wolpe attended.

NYU Abu Dhabi

1 video

Students from this university visited Rabbi Wolpe's synagogue, leading to a discussion on America's geographic advantages.

University of California

1 video

Mentioned as an institution that historically acted as a public servant, providing opportunities like Pell Grants, enabling upward mobility.

Trump University

1 video

A for-profit education company that faced lawsuits for deceptive practices, used as a reference point to criticize Andrew Tate's crypto classes.

University of California, Riverside

1 video

University that conducted studies on the impact of minimum wage increases, finding positive economic effects.

Miles for Migrants

1 video

A former charity that allowed people to donate their airline miles to help refugees relocate, but is currently defunct.

US Mint

1 video

Government entity that allowed individuals to purchase $1 coins with credit cards at face value, enabling a man to cycle millions of dollars to earn credit card points.

Refugee-Led Research Hub

1 video

An organization Samuel Binja is involved with as a research assistant, highlighting collaborations in ethical refugee research.

Royal Astronomical Society

1 video

Organization of which Dr. Natarajan is a fellow.

Law School

1 video

This is where Kwame Christian realized negotiation was a skill he could develop, which was a pivotal moment for him.

DHARMA experiment

1 video

An Italian experiment that made a controversial claim for dark matter detection.

Hebrew University

1 video

The institution where an anonymous individual is pursuing a PhD.

Texas A&M

1 video

University cited as a source of DNA information used in archaeology.

Great Courses

1 video

Educational platform for which the speaker filmed a course on the Olmec and Maya interaction.

NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization)

1 video

Military alliance that Bill Ackman credits Donald Trump with 'waking up,' leading member states to increase defense spending.

Boy Scout Troop in Schenectady

1 video

The first Boy Scout Troop founded by Dr. Irving Langmuir in Schenectady.

Keck School of Medicine

1 video

The medical school affiliated with the University of Southern California where Dr. Petzinger practices.

New York Times Book Review

1 video

A prominent literary review section, used by Cal Newport for book discovery.

Unit 731

1 video

A covert biological weapons program of the Japanese Army that conducted horrific experiments on human subjects.

Atomic Energy Commission

1 video

The U.S. agency established after WWII where Oppenheimer served as chairman of the general advisory committee and advocated for international control of nuclear power.

Unix Heritage Society

1 video

An organization that has collected historical Unix software, aiding in the preservation and accessibility of old code.

First Things

1 video

A magazine where Damon Linker worked as an editor, described as 'the intellectual nerve center of the religious right.'

George W. Bush administration

1 video

The administration under which Damon Linker became frustrated with policies like the Iraq War and opposition to same-sex marriage, leading him to break from conservatism.

Pirate Parties

1 video

Political parties advocating for digital rights and free information, representing a dominant concept Lanier criticizes.

NPR (National Public Radio)

1 video

A national public radio network, where Cal Newport was a resident expert on remote work during the pandemic.

Chinese media

1 video

Reported on an alleged Israeli false flag operation in the United States.

Knights Templars

1 video

A medieval Catholic military order whose teachings, acquired in Jerusalem, are said to have gone underground and influenced later secret societies.

Filecoin Foundation

1 video

An organization focused on governing the Filecoin network.

Electronic Frontier Foundation

1 video

Organization Marta Belcher got involved with in law school, focusing on civil liberties in the digital space.

USC Shoah Foundation

1 video

An organization that partnered with Starling Lab to preserve thousands of genocide survivor testimony videos on the Filecoin network.

International Criminal Court

1 video

Received war crimes evidence from Ukraine, preserved and authenticated using Filecoin network technology.

Prelinger Archives

1 video

Historical footage from this archive is being preserved on the Filecoin network.

Berkeley particle accelerator lab

1 video

This lab uses the Filecoin network to preserve a massive amount of information.

Harvard Library Innovation Lab

1 video

Collaborating with FFDW to address the problem of link rot.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

1 video

Cal Newport received an acceptance letter to the computer science doctoral program at MIT, another career option he considered in 2004.

Dodgers

1 video

The professional baseball team whose 2024 season was the subject of a book given to Cal Newport by Jesse.

University of Rochester Medical Center

1 video

Cited as a source for typical rates of creatinine excretion.

Oak Ridge National Laboratory

1 video

Facility in Tennessee where some of Fermilab's early technicians received training.

Joint Institute for Nuclear Research

1 video

Soviet research institute in Dubna that collaborated with Fermilab on early experiments.

Argonne National Laboratory

1 video

Institution that provided a bubble chamber to Fermilab for early experiments.

Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA)

1 video

Residential academy established with Fermilab's help to improve science education, with students participating in internships at Fermilab.

Al Majmoua

1 video

The largest microfinance institution in Lebanon, which has had a focus on serving refugees without discrimination.

Malmö University

1 video

The university in Sweden where Asif Khan pursued his master's and bachelor's degrees and was involved in student union activities.

KTeV experiment

1 video

Experiment at Fermilab that studied kaons to understand CP violation.

Fermilab Natural Areas

1 video

Community and Fermilab member organization dedicated to preserving and enjoying the natural features of the laboratory site.

Fermilab Children's Center

1 video

Daycare facility at Fermilab, established in 1980, providing care for employees' children.

Cryogenic Dark Matter Search

1 video

An experiment at Fermilab aimed at detecting dark matter.

Experiment 1A

1 video

The first approved experiment at Fermilab, a neutrino experiment focused on probing the proton and weak interactions.

NuMI

1 video

A later neutrino experiment at Fermilab with a large collaboration.

DONUT experiment

1 video

An experiment at Fermilab that used photographic emulsions and scintillating fibers to directly observe tau neutrinos.

Sudbury Neutrino Observatory (SNO)

1 video

Located in the SNOLAB mine in Minnesota, this detector is a key part of Fermilab's ongoing neutrino oscillation research.

Sloan Digital Sky Survey

1 video

A large-scale astronomical survey where Fermilab participated, providing data on supernovae and galactic structures.

Muon experiments

1 video

Experiments at Fermilab focused on studying muons, including their magnetic moment and rare decay processes.

Fairex gym

1 video

A notable Muay Thai gym in San Francisco where Tim Ferriss trained, and a sister camp in Bangli, Thailand. It's known for its longevity and producing fighters who adopt the 'Fairex' last name.

Qatar Investment Authority

1 video

The sovereign wealth fund of Qatar that invested in ONE Championship as a result of Chatri's connection with Hassan Al Thawadi.

Milken Institute

1 video

A conference where Chatri was invited to speak on a sports panel, leading to his serendipitous meeting with Hassan Al Thawadi.

PJM Interconnection

1 video

A regional transmission organization in the US where wind, solar, and batteries delivered only 3% of electricity at peak demand during a specific period, highlighting the unreliability of intermittent sources when demand is highest.

CCTV 5

1 video

China's central government TV channel that publicized Tang Kai's first MMA world championship victory, leading to massive viewership.

New York Fed

1 video

Cited as the source of a statistic on unemployment rates for computer science majors.

Meeter

1 video

An entity that developed the 'long autonomy test' eval, which is used to measure AI capabilities over extended periods.

Icelandic government

1 video

Partnered with OpenAI for data, contributing to the expansion of multilingual data sets for AI training.

Montana State University

1 video

The speaker taught Natural Resource Economics there.

Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species

1 video

Mentioned in the context of the debate on banning the elephant ivory trade.

Bifidobacteria

1 video

A type of beneficial bacteria in the infant gut that benefits from HMOs in breast milk.

Group B Streptococcus

1 video

A pathogen that breast milk fats can provide protection against.

Assyrians

1 video

Ancient empire mentioned as one of the historical aggressors against Israel after the collapse of the Kingdom of David.

Maccabees

1 video

Rebels who established a kingdom after rebelling against the Seleucid Empire.

Islamic Caliphate

1 video

Rulers who restored Jews to Jerusalem in the 7th century, though they were still not masters of their land.

Salvation Army

1 video

Mentioned in relation to the rags and feathers from the counter used in a symbolic gesture.

Toastmasters

1 video

An organization mentioned as a potential avenue for finding mentors.

Supernova Early Warning System (SNOO)

1 video

A network that alerts astronomers to potential supernovae based on neutrino and gravitational wave signals.

NSF Polar Programs

1 video

Funded a large portion of the IceCube experiment, particularly the logistics of building it in the Antarctic ice.

Drexel University

1 video

University where Bernard Silver was an engineering student when the problem of slow supermarket checkouts was discussed.

Fortune 500

1 video

Mentioned in the context that Notion is used by over half of these companies, indicating its widespread adoption in large enterprises.

MIT Environmental Solutions Initiative (ESI)

1 video

An initiative at MIT that published the Climate Justice Instructional Toolkit, with OCW linking to it to share current information.

Guardian Project

1 video

A free and open-source organization that develops mobile security and privacy software for human rights.

Witness.org

1 video

A human rights organization founded by Peter Gabriel that inspired the development of Proof Mode.

International Criminal Court (ICC)

1 video

The intended recipient for cryptographic dossiers created using Proof Mode for human rights documentation.

Open Climate Campaign

1 video

An initiative focused on researchers openly sharing their data, with potential for integrating verifiability workflows.

Spritle Institute

1 video

A research institution focused on building new foundations for network communities with open-source software.

ID Magazine

1 video

A magazine where Edward Enninful interned and was later offered the role of Fashion Director at 18, marking a significant career step.

Library Innovation Lab

1 video

The organization behind the Perma Tools project, aiming to enable anyone to run their own web archive.

MIT Video Archive

1 video

A project focused on digitizing and managing MIT's extensive video content, spanning decades of recordings.

ABP (Audiovisual Preservation)

1 video

A consultant engaged by MIT Video to help strategize the digitization of their video archive.

WGBH

1 video

Received a grant from the Mellon Foundation to digitize the American Archive, highlighting broader efforts in media preservation.

Mellon Foundation

1 video

Provided a grant to WGBH for digitizing the American Archive.

Smithsonian

1 video

Mentioned as an institution realizing the importance of media archiving and preservation.

Team 5150

1 video

The world's best zero-ball team, composed of paternal quintuplets, who are tasked with rescuing Mave.

ESL

1 video

Esports league where Frank volunteered as an admin, indicating his early involvement in the competitive gaming scene in Germany.

Interventions Testing Program (ITP)

1 video

A program (presumably in mice) that has documented the geroprotective nature of SGLT2 inhibitors. (The guest doesn't elaborate beyond 'ITP in mice').

George Washington University

1 video

The university the speaker attended, where he studied economics and statistics and developed a strong ambition to work in finance.

IDFIX

1 video

Mentioned in relation to Ugo Lawren and the vision team.

Comintern

1 video

The international organization headquartered in Moscow that worked to encourage and help revolutionaries worldwide, initially skeptical about the Chinese Communists.

Datology

1 video

Associated with the 'beyond web' paper and Light eval.

A6

1 video

Mentioned as a user of Hex, specifically regarding the rollout of their Slackbot.

USA Track and Field

1 video

National governing body for track and field in the United States, Randy Huntington was their jumps coach.

S3 Foundation

1 video

A foundation mentioned as a partner of SYE.

Chaos Computer Club

1 video

A hacker collective from Berlin associated with a strong belief in privacy as a prerequisite for democracy.

CVPR

1 video

Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition conference where a poster on ImageNet was presented in 2009.

The Harris Poll

1 video

A research organization that conducted surveys on parents' and Gen Z's views on smartphones and social media, indicating widespread regret and desire for change.

Human-Centered AI Institute

1 video

An institute founded by Fei-Fei Li at Stanford, focusing on creating AI to help humanity.

Korean CDC

1 video

An organization that traced contacts of individuals who retested positive for COVID-19, finding no transmission.

COVID-19 Host Genetic Initiative

1 video

A large collaborative effort to analyze genetic data to understand the links between human genetic variation and COVID-19 disease severity.

Brooklyn Nets

1 video

Professional basketball team owned by Joe Tsai, discussed in the context of team management and rebuilding strategy.

New York Liberty

1 video

Professional basketball team also owned by Joe Tsai, mentioned alongside the Brooklyn Nets.

Zhejiang University

1 video

University where Jack Ma taught English prior to co-founding Alibaba, highlighting his background as a teacher and leader.

Argon Labs

1 video

One of the co-sponsors of the Windy City Physics Slam.

Harvard Radcliffe Dramatic Club

1 video

Marielle PTI was a member of this club while attending Harvard.

CEO Access

1 video

A network founded by Damon John that connects CEOs and entrepreneurs, facilitating valuable relationships and mentorship.

SYE (Syrian Youth Empowerment Initiative)

1 video

A college access and peer mentoring program founded and led by Syrians to help students impacted by conflict access higher education through existing funding, mentorship, and barrier removal.

LAL in Orsay

1 video

Laboratory for the study of Elementary Particles in Orsay, France, where Clara Nellist works.

United States Marine Corps

1 video

The branch of service George Shultz served in as an artillery officer. Its principles of teamwork, discipline, and trust heavily influenced him.

Ghibli Museum

1 video

A popular museum in Japan dedicated to the works of Studio Ghibli, noted for requiring reservations months in advance due to high tourism.

NHK

1 video

Japan's public broadcaster, likened to the BBC, that produced a miniseries on Hayao Miyazaki's creative process.

Kansas State University

1 video

An institution that published a 2014 paper confirming Sol LeWitt's count of 122 incomplete open cubes through computational search.

Better Business Bureau

1 video

An organization providing reliability ratings for businesses, mentioned as an analogy for future online proof of authority.

Oxford Mindfulness Centre

1 video

Institution where John Peacock works, mentioned for its approach to mindfulness.

SoftBank Vision Fund

1 video

An investment fund in which Saudi PIF has invested.

49ers

1 video

An American football team discussed in the context of shared cultural conversation.

Clutch

1 video

A band Aisha Tyler spent a day with to create a music video, gaining directing experience.

AIE code

1 video

An event or conference where the guests are invited to speak further.

Falin Foundation

1 video

An organization focused on the decentralized web, where the speaker is a senior fellow for dweb and strategy.

Turtlebench

1 video

The organization Alex and Mike are from, creators of Terminal Bench.

LA Institute

1 video

An organization where Alex works and Andy Conwinsky is involved.

D Web Camp

1 video

An event described as a 'Burning Man for D web hippies', where people address the social problems of centralization.

Berkman Klein Center

1 video

An organization where discussions about the recentralization of the decentralized web took place.

Tor Project

1 video

An organization whose work involves decentralized networks and the potential for support from cloud providers like AWS.

Open Education Global conference

1 video

Conference where indigenous perspectives on open education were a central theme.

Pony Express

1 video

Mentioned as a historical method of mail delivery that became obsolete with the invention of the telegraph, analogizing the decline of mind-led health management with the rise of algorithmic inputs.

Boston Federal Reserve

1 video

Quoted stating that when the Federal Reserve writes a check, it is creating money, unlike individuals who need funds in their account.

Communist Party

1 video

Discussed in relation to political ideologies and potential policies.

The Pentagon

1 video

Mentioned in relation to the release of UFO footage.

Supreme Court of Brazil

1 video

Mentioned in the context of a justice ordering X to block accounts and subsequently banning the platform.

Recoded

1 video

Non-profit organization that partnered with Young Tech Leaders, which had an office in Kurdistan.

USDA

1 video

Mentioned in the context of the Food and Nutrition database which lists the vitamin C content of beef items.

Ba'ath Party

1 video

The political party in Iraq under Saddam Hussein, mentioned in the context of a meeting where message violence was used.

George Mason University

1 video

A university cited as an example of how new departments or centers with dissenting economic views (like those of Buchanan and Smith) can emerge outside the mainstream.

Virginia Polytechnic Institute (Virginia Tech)

1 video

Former academic home of Buchanan, Tullock, and Smith's alternative economic department before they relocated to George Mason.

AK Party (Justice and Development Party)

1 video

Political party founded by Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, initially appearing 'mildly Islamist' but systematically weakening secular institutions in Turkey.

Houthies

1 video

Mentioned as an Iranian proxy that could be used to strike at Saudi Arabian vulnerabilities.

Predictive History

1 video

The name of the speaker's Discord server, focused on applying game theory to geopolitical analysis.

Math Gen team

1 video

An earlier team at OpenAI focused on math reasoning, which was combined with the Coen team to form a new AI scientist team.

Super Alignment team

1 video

Formed by Ilya Sutskever in July, reportedly due to reservations about the AI technology that emerged prior to this.

JW Foundation

1 video

Josh Waitzkin's nonprofit that houses The Art of Learning Project.

New York University

1 video

The university Amber plans to attend for liberal studies.

Cale

1 video

Lana Kagal leads the decentralized information group at this organization.

IHS

1 video

A survey by this organization projects about 125 billion active IoT devices by 2030.

Treasury

1 video

The US Department of the Treasury is mentioned in relation to debt and interest rates, and also in the context of staff involved in crypto legislation.

The Endocrine Society

1 video

An organization that defines Vitamin D deficiency cutoff levels based on parathyroid hormone.

Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition

1 video

A journal that published a position stand on caffeine's role in improving cognitive and physical performance under sleep deprivation.

Sports Nutrition Association (SNA)

1 video

A global professional sports body for sports nutrition, offering insurance coverage, a defined scope of practice, and accreditation/certificate programs.

Norwegian Competence Center for Sleep Disorders

1 video

An organization whose list of sleep hygiene recommendations is used by the speaker, citing a study that applied these criteria in an intervention.

National Lipid Association (NLA)

1 video

A professional organization that recently published statements on ApoB and Lp(a), advocating for their wider recognition and testing, despite existing challenges in practitioner knowledge and insurance coverage.

JOAD Club (Junior Olympic Archery Development)

1 video

Local club where Jake started shooting regularly on Saturday mornings.

Junior Dream Team

1 video

A squad of junior archers that trained at the Olympic training center, which Jake was invited to join.

CrossFit Gym (Park City Fit)

1 video

A very clean CrossFit gym in Salt Lake City where Tim and Jake trained late at night due to scheduling constraints.

Easton Range

1 video

An archery range in Salt Lake City where Tim participated in warm-up events to simulate competition conditions.

NFAA (National Field Archery Association)

1 video

Archery organization for which Tim shot a league night, using a blue and white face target.

Stars of Dance Chicago

1 video

A group of local dance troupes scheduled to perform at Fermilab.

Sloan Digital Sky Survey Supernova Survey

1 video

A previous project led by Dr. Frieman that discovered over 500 supernovae for cosmic study.

Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory

1 video

The observatory in the northern Andes mountains of Northern Chile where the Blanco Telescope is located and operated.

National Optical Astronomy Observatory

1 video

The organization that operates the Blanco Telescope.

Venture Frogs

1 video

A seed fund, venture fund, and incubator run by Tony Hsieh and the speaker, which made the initial investment in Zappos.

So Solid Crew

1 video

A musical group Ashley Walters joined at a young age, providing him a sense of belonging and community.

Kingdom

1 video

The institution where Ashley Walters mentors students, teaching them about preparation for a career in acting.

Apache Foundation

1 video

The organization that manages the Log4j2 package.

Sports Nutrition Association

1 video

An organization focusing on sports nutrition, offering insurance coverage and professional accreditation.

IRB

1 video

Institutional Review Board, which might approve studies that question established scientific norms, though pushback is common.

HMRC

1 video

Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs. Its investment in tablets for employees facilitated a quicker transition to remote work during lockdown compared to DWP.

DWP

1 video

Department for Work and Pensions. Its retail-focused operations and lack of tablet investment made the transition to remote work during lockdown more challenging than HMRC.

World Domination Summit

1 video

Conferences organized by Chris Guillebeau that brought together individuals at early stages of their careers to share ideas.

CIPD

1 video

The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, whose code of practice is considered good and relevant for HR professionals.

CMI

1 video

The Chartered Management Institute, whose code of practice is mentioned as a standard for professionals.

Mensa

1 video

An organization for people with high IQs, which Clive Sinclair was a member of and chaired for many years, highlighting his intellect.

IEEE

1 video

The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, which organized a 'micromouse' competition and published papers on the topic.

Nudge Lebanon

1 video

Maha Haider Maki is a co-founder of this non-profit that applies behavioral science to public policy challenges.

Northeastern University

1 video

Academic institution where Dr. David DeSteno is a professor of psychology.

Rockefeller University

1 video

Academic institution where Eric Jarvis conducts research on the evolution of human speech.

St. Olaf College

1 video

Academic institution where Carlo Valdesolo is now a professor.

12-Step Programs

1 video

Programs for addiction recovery that can be very effective and require participants to give over to a 'higher power' because the human will alone is insufficient.

Heaven's Gate cult

1 video

Cult that committed mass suicide during the Hale-Bopp comet event, believing they would live forever.

Branch Davidians (Waco Siege)

1 video

Cult involved in the Waco siege, characterized by a leader with self-belief of being extra special and people changing their life structure.

Massachusetts State Hospital

1 video

Mentioned as the location where research was conducted on David G's meditation practice and its effect on neural pathways.

Center of Civic Engagement

1 video

A center at AUB through which students engage in community projects.

Rolling Thunder

1 video

A Memorial Day parade that starts at the Pentagon and drives down Constitution Avenue, which the speaker participated in by leading the procession into the White House with other Harley riders.

Stronger by Science coaching program

1 video

A virtual one-on-one coaching program offered by Stronger by Science.

International Organization for Migration (IOM)

1 video

Liliana is an IOM migration researcher and a member of its migration research leaders syndicate.

Union of Exiled Students

1 video

Samahar represents this organization, advocating for exiled students.

Journal of the American Medical Association

1 video

A medical journal where the physical activity guidelines by Piercy and colleagues were likely published.

NFL Football Team

1 video

Used as an example to illustrate that professional athletes with high physical activity levels do not experience muscle wasting due to endurance training.

Carnegie Mellon University

1 video

Now offers microelectronics classes for chip design, indicating a revival of disciplines crucial for the semiconductor industry in the US.

French National Assembly

1 video

Samahar previously worked as a parliamentary assistant in this institution.

OPI (French Office for Immigration and Integration)

1 video

This office provides directives that can move individuals to remote housing standards, impacting their studies.

Freemasonry

1 video

A fraternal organization mentioned as a source of life philosophy and references to ancient Greek philosophy for Donald Robertson's father and his community.

Imperial College Business School

1 video

Layla's institution, which is building a new campus focused on interdisciplinary collaboration and lifelong learning.

Industry Wales

1 video

An arms-length organization from the Welsh Government that works with employers, colleges, and government to support the skills agenda, particularly in manufacturing.

Singapore Government

1 video

Collaborated with universities to work on upskilling and reskilling initiatives for the whole society, emphasizing a shared approach.

AI Startup School

1 video

The host organization for the event where Elon Musk is speaking.

YMCA

1 video

Organization where Elon Musk showered during the lean early days of Zip 2.

Regional Skills Partnerships

1 video

Set up in Wales to identify skills needs within specific regions, involving employer boards and annual reviews of skills plans.

Welsh Government

1 video

Works with Industry Wales and Regional Skills Partnerships to adapt policy and support specific issues in the labor market, including fast-tracking apprenticeship programs.

Hindenburg Research

1 video

A short-selling firm that published a report accusing the Adani Group of massive corporate fraud.

Mexicon

1 video

A genus of jumping spiders found in Central America, known for males sporting bright red colors during courtship.

Advanced Photon Source

1 video

A particle accelerator used to collect high-resolution X-ray videos of spider eyes, crucial for studying their visual mechanics.

KLP

1 video

Norway's largest pension fund, forced to dump its shares in Adani Green Energy.

Reserve Bank of India

1 video

Has asked Indian banks for details of their exposure to the Adani Group.

Harvard Medical School Department of Genetics

1 video

David Sinclair's affiliation and the location where he researches the biological mechanisms of aging.

Illinois Accelerator Research Center (IARC)

1 video

A new facility developed by Fermilab and the state of Illinois to foster closer collaboration between the lab, industry, and universities for accelerator technology development and application.

CJI Tournament

1 video

A new submission grappling tournament founded by Craig Jones with over $2 million in prize money, aiming to increase athlete pay and grow the sport by offering free online streaming.

ADCC

1 video

A prestigious submission grappling tournament, historically significant but criticized by Craig Jones for low athlete pay and lack of transparency.

Brigham and Women's Hospital

1 video

A hospital where clinical trials for MIB 626 are being conducted.

Karate Combat

1 video

A karate league known for its use of angled walls in its fighting pits, inspiring the CJI tournament's 'Alley' design.

Tap Cancer Out

1 video

A charity receiving ticket proceeds from the CJI tournament, with matching donations from its founder, Rick Burn.

Bolsheviks

1 video

The political party led by Stalin that rose to absolute power in Russia.

Decemberists

1 video

A group of military officers who attempted to overthrow the Tsar in 1825, marking an early rebellion in Russian history.

Confederacy

1 video

The Southern states of the US during the Civil War, whom Russia offered to oppose if France and Britain supported them.

People's Will

1 video

A terrorist group that assassinated Alexander II, motivated by a belief that they needed to liberate the peasants' mindset from the Tsar.

Mensheviks

1 video

A Marxist group in Russia that believed in a slower, more structured path to revolution, contrasting with Lenin's radical approach.

Cheka

1 video

The Bolshevik secret police famous for enacting a reign of terror to eliminate enemies of the revolution.

Duma

1 video

The Russian parliament which became the provisional government after the Tsar's abdication.

America First Committee

1 video

An isolationist political group that was popular in the US before World War II.

Thiel Fellowship

1 video

A program started by Peter Thiel that pays young people to drop out of college to pursue their own projects, seen as an alternative to the perceived pathologies of higher education.

FEC (Federal Elections Commission)

1 video

Changed rules in 2023 to allow Super PACs to fund ground operations, opening a new path for political influence.

Censuswide

1 video

A research consultancy that conducted a survey on employee burnout.

Harvard's Department of Nutrition

1 video

Academic institution where Dr. Lilian Cheung is the Director of Mindfulness Research and Practice.

Tennessee Valley Authority

1 video

Mentioned as an example of an entity that lost significant hydroelectric capacity due to drought.

Nuclear Regulatory Commission

1 video

The regulatory body responsible for nuclear reactor design certification and oversight; its funding and processes impact new nuclear builds.

Effective Altruists

1 video

A movement co-founded by William MacAskill, advocating for the use of reason and evidence to improve the world, including addressing AI risks.

Warren Prescott middle school

1 video

A middle school whose students participated in the Day of AI celebration.

Solaria Labs

1 video

Liberty Mutual's enterprise incubator, where Adam Litalien serves as head.

I2 Learning

1 video

An organization collaborating with MIT Raise to deliver Day of AI to students and teachers worldwide.

Amazon Future Engineer

1 video

An organization that generously donated support for the Day of AI initiative.

Calvinists

1 video

Followers of John Calvin, whose beliefs are discussed in relation to early capitalism, suggesting that accumulating wealth could be seen as a sign of God's favor and absolute faith.

The Pogues

1 video

A band, featuring Jean Pogue, with whom Dan Hooper played guitar during his postdoc at Oxford.

Local Group

1 video

The galaxy cluster that the Milky Way is a part of.

Canadian Army

1 video

Military branch involved in avalanche control operations, particularly by firing artillery shells.

University of California, Santa Cruz

1 video

The university where Tim Lyon was a graduate student.

German Empire

1 video

Proclaimed in 1871 following the unification of German states by Prussia. Its rise as a major power threatened the European balance of power, prompting Britain to challenge it and contributing to the geopolitical tensions that led to WWI.

Cosmos Institute

1 video

Founded by Brendan McCord to train the next generation of philosopher-builders who believe AI should support humanity, not the other way around. It focuses on combining philosophy and technical AI development. It is a 501c3 non-profit that has backed over 50 projects and established an AI lab at Oxford.

Mercatus Center

1 video

Latin for markets; a center led by Tyler Cowen that supports free-market principles.

University of Texas Civitas

1 video

An organization mentioned in Austin, associated with Ryan Streeter, focused on core principles.

FIRE (Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression)

1 video

Partnering with Cosmos Institute to defend free speech, believing its future is tied to AI.

AEI (American Enterprise Institute)

1 video

A conservative think tank mentioned in the context of investors with unique backgrounds and generosity.

Idealab

1 video

A startup incubator mentioned in the context of early search engines and advertising models that influenced AdWords.

Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn

1 video

One of the Hermetic societies formed after Hermeticism was driven underground in the 17th century.

The Gnostics

1 video

A spiritual movement often contrasted with Hermeticism, characterized by a dualistic worldview and the goal of escaping the material world.

Traditionalist School

1 video

A school of thought in the 20th and 21st centuries, also known as Perennialist School, that follows the idea of a perennial wisdom originally revealed to mankind.

Masonic lodge

1 video

A type of fraternity that Gilles Quispel compared to the 'brethren' who may have formed secret societies around Hermetic writings in Alexandria.

Ibis cult

1 video

An ancient Egyptian religious group associated with the god Thoth, whose records mention 'great Hermes'.

The Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn

1 video

An influential magical organization from the late 19th and early 20th centuries that drew heavily on Hermetic traditions.

The Stoics

1 video

Philosophers who developed the concept of cosmic sympathy adopted by Hermeticism.

SAP Business AI

1 video

The division within SAP focused on embedding AI across all SAP solutions, including ERP and supply chain management.

Government of Malawi

1 video

Partnered with the Telegraph Youth Organization, crucial for legal and policy frameworks related to activities within the refugee camp.

Dearborn STEM Academy

1 video

The host school for the Day of AI event, offering three career pathways and committed to building skills for students' futures.

Boston Public Schools

1 video

Partner with Amazon and Dearborn STEM Academy for the Day of AI event, receiving a $25,000 donation for career resources.

Edward Kennedy Institute

1 video

Location of another Day of AI event where students will debate AI and human rights.

Mr. Laporte's class

1 video

Mentioned as a class where students are already learning about AI and building video games.

US AI Safety Institute

1 video

An organization where Paul Cristiano is a research director, involved in AI safety.

Allen Institute for AI

1 video

Co-authored the 'Faith and Fate' paper, which concluded that Transformers solve compositional tasks by linearized subgraph matching rather than systematic problem-solving.

PBMs

1 video

Pharmacy Benefit Managers are discussed as entities that exist to match claims and negotiate bulk discounts, but have become customer-unfriendly.

US Department of Defense

1 video

Scale AI has been working with the DoD on government AI applications since 2020.

Center for Humanity's Last Warning

1 video

Partnered with Scale AI to create the 'Humanity's Last Exam' benchmark.

ACE Hub (Advocacy Training in Education Hub)

1 video

A refugee-led nonprofit co-founded by Emmanuel Shindi, offering flexible online learning and employment pathways for refugees and host communities, and advocating for their rights.

US Indopacific Command

1 video

Collaborating with Scale AI on the Thunder Forge system for military planning.

International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)

1 video

The speaker attended a meeting of this agency in Budapest where Mohamed ElBaradei spoke about the promise of nuclear energy.

Marmian Academy

1 video

A school whose students attended the Physics Slam.

University of California, San Francisco

1 video

Elissa Epel's academic affiliation and a location where a study on banning sugar beverages was conducted.

Data and Software Preservation for Open Science

1 video

A group working on designing knowledge preservation systems for particle physics and other sciences.

The Weitzman Institute

1 video

Institution where a study on personalized glucose response to food was conducted.

Milano

1 video

A detector used at Fermilab to study neutrinos.

Malawi Olympic Committee

1 video

A partner organization collaborating with the Telegraph Youth Organization on the 'Judo for Peace' initiative.

Telegraph Youth Organization

1 video

Formerly known as Zaleka Youth Congress, this organization founded in 2015 aims to uplift youth through their talents, involve them in decision-making, and foster self-reliance and peace.

Manchura Collaboration

1 video

A collaboration that used a neutrino beam to encode and transmit a message.

SNiFF Collaboration

1 video

A collaboration looking into using neutrino detectors on super tankers to monitor nuclear reactors.

Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids)

1 video

A hospital in Toronto where Dr. Kang completed her DBP training.

UNHCR (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees)

1 video

Partner organization for the Telegraph Youth Organization, providing support and contributing to refugee protection.

Academy

1 video

Founded by Plato, it was the first institution of higher learning in the Western world, dedicated to training intellectuals and spiritual communities to pursue philosophy as a way of life.

University of North Carolina (UNC)

1 video

Mentioned as starting a new school of Civic Thought and Leadership, following similar trends in higher education.

Vienna General Hospital

1 video

The institution where Ignaz Semmelweis worked and faced significant resistance from doctors who refused to acknowledge his findings on handwashing.

California Air Resources Board

1 video

This board pushed for lower emission vehicles and played a key role in implementing the zero-emission vehicle mandate in California.

Californians Against Utility Company Abuse

1 video

A consumer group that, along with local businesses, lobbied against the EV mandate and charging station installations, allegedly backed by the oil and automotive industry.

American Automobile Manufacturers Association

1 video

An association of Ford, Chrysler, and GM representatives that hired a PR firm to campaign against California's EV mandate.

Pre-core Energy Institute

1 video

Mentioned as an organization pushing and promoting research and development in energy.

CSIS

1 video

Mentioned in relation to John Hamre's views on US influence in the international nuclear market.

United States Navy

1 video

The source of nuclear technology that was adapted for commercial electricity generation.

Kemeny Commission

1 video

Commission established by Jimmy Carter after Three Mile Island to investigate the accident and improve safety.

Institute of Nuclear Power Operations (INPO)

1 video

A self-regulatory entity created by the US nuclear industry after Three Mile Island to set standards for excellence in performance and safety.

World Association of Nuclear Operators

1 video

An international body formed after the Chernobyl disaster, aspiring to parallel INPO's self-regulatory model.

Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)

1 video

The governmental body regulating the nuclear industry, which the industry felt was not strict enough, leading to the creation of INPO.

Machine Intelligence Research Institute (MIRI)

1 video

An organization co-founded by Eliezer Yudkowsky and later led by Nate Soares, focused on ensuring the beneficial development of machine intelligence.

Quran Foundation

1 video

An organization co-organizing the Migration Summit.

Living Water Community

1 video

An NGO that has worked with refugees in the Caribbean for over 30 years.

Canadian High Commissioner

1 video

Hosted an event where Maria Nuiter danced with the Minister of Planning and Development.

Center for Human Sleep Science

1 video

Directed by Dr. Matthew Walker at UC Berkeley, dedicated to sleep research.

American College of Physicians

1 video

Made a landmark recommendation against sleeping pills as first-line treatment for insomnia, favoring CBT-I.

UNGA

1 video

United Nations General Assembly, where Trump reportedly stated zero people crossed the border during his term.

Director's Fortnight (Cannes Film Festival)

1 video

A section of the Cannes Film Festival where Robert Rodriguez and his son's independent film Red 11 was screened, providing unexpected recognition.

University of Texas at Dallas

1 video

Academic institution where Dr. Michael Kilgard is a professor, conducting research on neuroplasticity and vagus nerve stimulation.

Khmer Rouge

1 video

The communist party that came to power in Cambodia, responsible for the genocide of 2 million Cambodians.

WHO recommendations

1 video

World Health Organization recommendations for lifestyle, including exercise, diet, not smoking, and maintaining normal BMI, are highlighted as extremely effective for baseline health for most people.

Therapeutae

1 video

Attendants of Asclepius in ancient Greece who guided patients through healing processes, deriving their name from the Greek word for healer or helper.

Childhood Education International

1 video

The organization hosting the Quality Holistic Learning Project, providing resources and support for educators working with marginalized and displaced children.

Porticus Foundation

1 video

The funding organization for the Quality Holistic Learning Project.

European Central Bank

1 video

Mentioned as an example of a central bank that might have set rates too high in the past.

Atlanta Fed

1 video

Mentioned for its work on 'nowcasting', a technique using big data to improve economic forecasting.

Polish Cipher Bureau

1 video

The Polish organization that made significant early breakthroughs in breaking Enigma codes and developed the 'Bomber' machine.

E Squared

1 video

An entrepreneurship program in Co Pepper County, Virginia, that ran a Shark Tank-style competition for students.

Stanford's Hoover Institute

1 video

A public policy research center at Stanford University, mentioned as a benchmark for the Civotas center.

Major League Baseball

1 video

Professional baseball league whose teams are testing the CoolMitt technology.

Fit for Service

1 video

Community and healing program founded by Aubrey Marcus, focusing on initiatory practices like breathwork and vision quests.

ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement)

1 video

Federal agency involved in raids and arrests of alleged illegal immigrants in Los Angeles.

Great Internet Mersenne Prime Search (GIMPS)

1 video

A distributed computing project launched in 1996 that allows volunteers to use their computer power to search for Mersenne primes.

Tokyo Toilet

1 video

An organization, likely a municipality, behind an advertising campaign for unusual art-piece toilets that led to Wim Wenders making 'Perfect Days' about a toilet cleaner.

Geidai (Tokyo University of the Arts)

1 video

The university in Japan where John McBride studied on a Mombusho scholarship, as mentioned by Craig Mod.

JET Program

1 video

An English teaching program that places participants in rural areas of Japan.

American Medical Association

1 video

An organization whose founder, Dr. Gross, and second president, Dr. Agnew, represent a shift in medical practice regarding asepsis.

Chopra Foundation

1 video

Deepak Chopra's non-profit foundation with a mission for personal and social transformation towards a more peaceful, just, sustainable, healthier, and joyful world.

Department of the Air Force

1 video

A potential department where Isaacman was considered for a role.

Club 320

1 video

A small group of clients Matthew Hussey works closely with over a year, offering a higher level of access to his coaching.

The Contrarian Community

1 video

A community and educational curriculum focused on acquisitions and business buying, designed for six, seven, and eight-figure entrepreneurs.

Turning Point

1 video

The organization founded by Charlie Kirk at age 18, which he built from scratch and used as a platform for engaging in debates.

Rucker University

1 video

Institution where a study was conducted regarding the justification of political violence, specifically the murder of political figures like Donald Trump or Elon Musk.

Dalton

1 video

Mentioned as a private school potentially contributing to 'woke' ideology among students, seen as a source of radicalization alongside public schools.

City University of New York

1 video

University where Denise Cavetti teaches.

Chicago Board Options Exchange

1 video

Founded in the same year as the Black-Scholes-Merton equation's publication, it became a major hub for options trading.

National Bank of Ukraine

1 video

The central bank where cryptocurrency donations converted to fiat currency were deposited to support Ukraine.

United States Department of Justice

1 video

Investigating FTX for the misuse of customer funds.

Goliaths Capital

1 video

A hedge fund that had half of its capital stuck on FTX during its implosion.

Okoya Capital

1 video

An FTX backer whose stake became worthless.

Leicester

1 video

Football club that rejected Ivan Toney at 15 years old.

Wolves

1 video

Football club that was interested in signing Ivan Toney but withdrew their offer, citing scoliosis as the reason.

Barnsley

1 video

One of the clubs Ivan Toney was loaned to from Newcastle, providing him with first-team experience.

Scunthorpe United

1 video

Football club where Ivan Toney scored six goals in 15 appearances during a loan spell, showing promise as a prolific scorer.

Peterborough United

1 video

Club Ivan Toney transferred to at 22 after leaving Newcastle, where he became a key player, scoring 24 goals in 32 League One games.

National University of Singapore

1 video

The institution where Cal Newport's collaborator works and is reportedly doing well.

YOLO Arts Center

1 video

Hosted an open mic night in Istanbul, Turkey, for Arabic speakers to showcase creative skills and dispel misconceptions.

Code Your Future

1 video

Hosted an event in Manchester, UK, offering technical education opportunities to vulnerable populations, including those from forced migration and displacement backgrounds.

Diallo Intercultural Mexicano

1 video

Organized an event in Mexico on voice leadership of young refugee communities, conducted in Spanish.

University of Nairobi

1 video

Main host of an invite-only event in Kenya discussing challenges and good practices in designing programs for refugees in universities.

Resend Those Youth Group

1 video

Hosted an event in Uganda addressing mental health for young forced migrants, involving government officials and NGOs.

Duolingo University

1 video

Mentioned in the context of remarks about students not being underestimated.

ProFuture UNHCR

1 video

Organization Alexis Blis works with, related to digital literacy and localizing research with refugees.

Namo

1 video

Collaborates with MIT React, focusing on soft skills for refugees and host community members in a year-long program.

Grant Foundation

1 video

Organization Dimitri Sugar is the Chief Drive officer of.

60 symbols

1 video

Mentioned in the context of asking questions about fundamental concepts like atoms, suggesting it as a potential source of information.

National Institute on Aging

1 video

Funded research into the fasting-mimicking diet.

University of Verona

1 video

Institution where a trial with athletes is being conducted, including muscle biopsies.

Waseda University

1 video

University in Japan where Craig first studied and later returned for an intensive language program.

Stanford D-school

1 video

The Stanford University design school, from which Craig's roommates graduated.

VCCA (Virginia Center for the Creative Arts)

1 video

One of the artist residencies Craig Mod recommends and has attended.

Tin House

1 video

One of the artist residencies Craig Mod recommends and has attended.

Ragdale

1 video

One of the artist residencies Craig Mod recommends and has attended.

Gapminder

1 video

A data source used to create a 3D scatter plot visualizing median age trends across countries.

PI

1 video

An AI incubator founded by Alex Ker during college.

Stanford HAI

1 video

Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence, where Alex Ker contributed as an editor.

credit rating agencies

1 video

Institutions that incorrectly rated risky debt products (like CDOs) as AAA, misleading investors and contributing to the crisis.

Dubai Cares

1 video

Funding body for the Voices of Refugee Youth project.

Refugee Education UK

1 video

A core partner in the Voices of Refugee Youth project.

John Carroll University

1 video

University in the United States that supported the Voices of Refugee Youth project with an associated training program.

Refugee-Led Research Hub (RLRH)

1 video

An initiative of the Refugee Study Center at the University of Oxford, aiming to support individuals with lived experience to lead research in forced displacement studies and shift power in knowledge production.

Refugee Studies Centre, University of Oxford

1 video

The institution from which the Refugee-Led Research Hub is an initiative.

Delhousie Law School

1 video

The law school John Bragg attended, where he realized he didn't want to be a lawyer but gained valuable insights into fair business dealings.

British Institute in Eastern Africa

1 video

Location of a Refugee-Led Research Hub office in Nairobi.

Mooseheads

1 video

The junior hockey team in Halifax, used as an analogy to explain trade restrictions within provinces.

Refugee Research and Policy Center

1 video

A center at the Sunflowers Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs that conducts projects on refugees.

Sunflowers Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs

1 video

Institution housing the Refugee Research and Policy Center.

Obvious Ventures

1 video

Ev Williams' venture firm that invests in companies addressing major global problems.

St. Francis Xavier University

1 video

A university where a young basketball player was recruited to run the athletic department with a focus on job satisfaction over salary.

University of Prince Edward Island

1 video

University where John Bragg donated funds to establish an entrepreneurial school with a condition on displaying the importance of working hours.

YPO

1 video

Young Presidents' Organization, a group for entrepreneurs that John Bragg was a member of, where he noted the tendency to 'rock out' at age 50.

Sanford Lab

1 video

An underground science and engineering laboratory located in an old gold mine in South Dakota, chosen as the far detector site for the LBNE experiment.

Letterman Science Center

1 video

A facility at Fermilab that hosts a significant number of visitors annually, contributing to public engagement.

Holy Roman Empire

1 video

A confederation of German city-states that existed for centuries, eventually leading to the unification of Germany under Prussian leadership through a series of wars.

University of Wisconsin-Madison

1 video

Academic institution where Dr. Raison is a professor.

NIH (National Institute of Mental Health)

1 video

Government research institution where Tom Wehr conducted studies on circadian rhythms and bipolar disorder.

University of South Carolina

1 video

Ranked poorly in FIRE's college free speech rankings.

Nagoya University

1 video

One of Japan's top universities where Akasaki and Amano conducted their research.

Howard University

1 video

University specifically mentioned in Group 3's case study for student Ajax, who received an 85% scholarship.

Pennington Biomedical Research Institute

1 video

A research institution focused on nutrition and obesity research, where Eric Ravussin has worked for 24 years.

National Institute on Aging (NIA)

1 video

One of the National Institutes of Health, which funded the CALERIE study to investigate aging.

Gensler regime

1 video

Referenced as a period from which the crypto industry might not have survived another four years.

US Small Business Administration (SBA)

1 video

An organization that provides resources, loans, and guarantees to small businesses in the US.

4-H

1 video

An organization where Kelly Loeffler showed cattle, gaining early business experience.

National Guard

1 video

An organization where Kelly Loeffler's father served, learning to drive a fuel truck, which influenced his entrepreneurial path.

Fudan University

1 video

Cited for its projection of potential deaths if China were to abandon its zero-COVID policy.

American Bar Association

1 video

Partnering with the Sig on a pilot program for Afghans to take the Vista course.

Mongol Empire

1 video

Controlled vast territories, including Moscow, forcing vassal states to pay tribute. Its eventual decline left a power vacuum that facilitated the rise of new powers.

Franks

1 video

Slowly expanded from central Europe after the Roman Empire's collapse to form the Holy Roman Empire.

Prussians

1 video

Started as an isolated, landlocked area within Europe and expanded to conquer all of Germany, forming the basis of modern Germany.

Abbasid Empire

1 video

Located in Iraq and Persia, it was another significant center of wealth attracting early Viking traders eastward.

Grand Duchy of Lithuania

1 video

A major power in Eastern Europe after the Mongol withdrawal, eventually surpassed by Moscow.

Stanford University School of Medicine

1 video

Academic institution where both Andrew Huberman and Dr. Nural Shaw are professors.

Derecho a Obedecer

1 video

An organization that collaborated on the 'Semáforo de la Xenofobia' tool to identify and address discriminatory practices.

Iowa Methodist Medical Center

1 video

The hospital where Feng Zhang volunteered in a gene therapy lab as a high school sophomore, gaining early experimental science experience.

Voces de Venezuela

1 video

An initiative that monitors conversations with migrants on messaging platforms to understand their needs and provide information.

Sichuan earthquake Relief Fund

1 video

A fund for which Greg, Richard, and Remi raised money in Chengdu.

Dubai Expo

1 video

An event for which Wētā Workshop designed and built the largest pavilion.

Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand)

1 video

New Zealand's national museum, where Wētā Workshop built the 'Gallipoli: The Scale of Our War' exhibition.

Operación Acogida

1 video

An operation in Brazil that supports migrants in relocating to other states and facilitating their socioeconomic insertion.

Mayans

1 video

Indigenous civilization in the Americas conquered by the Spanish starting in 1492.

English

1 video

European power that competed with Spain, France, and the Dutch Republic for colonization in the New World, eventually establishing successful colonies in North America.

Puritans

1 video

A group that settled in Boston, emphasizing literacy and the importance of reading the Bible.

Austro-Hungarian Empire

1 video

The political entity of which Bohemia was a part during Kafka's birth.

Ronald McDonald House Charities

1 video

Charity the speaker pretended to collect donations for to get gas money when stranded at 19.

Salk Institute for Biological Sciences

1 video

The institution where Dr. Sachin Panda conducts his research on circadian rhythms and time-restricted eating.

Brooklyn Academy of Music

1 video

Venue mentioned as a large audience where storytelling can be performed.

Brooklyn Historical Society

1 video

Venue where the speaker adapted his story for a specific audience (elderly women), demonstrating speaking 'to' an audience.

US Federal Reserve System

1 video

The video discusses a controversial theory that the US Federal Reserve System functions as a massive Ponzi scheme by borrowing new money to pay off existing debts.

Mediated Matter Group

1 video

Neri Oxman's former research group at MIT, dedicated to bio-based design and the synergy between nature and culture.

Sanford Underground Laboratory

1 video

Mentioned as a facility where experiments relating to neutrinos are conducted.

English Institute of Sport

1 video

Organization that invited Dr. Baar to their Cycling Center, where he observed athletes gaining strength without increasing muscle mass, contrary to his previous understanding.

Aspetar

1 video

Medical institution in Qatar where Rob Whitley, a leading physical therapist, works.

MIT Refugee Action

1 video

One of the organizers of the Migration Summit.

The Garage Foundation

1 video

One of the organizers of the Migration Summit.

Save the Children

1 video

Mentioned as an organization that develops peace education programs for refugees.

Hack Your Future Belgium

1 video

An organization that offers free web development training to refugees and migrants in Belgium, with which Evan Cole worked.

Washington University in St. Louis

1 video

Emily's university, which received a large endowment to start a program for recently resettled refugees.

Tertiary Refugee Student Network

1 video

An organization of refugee students and graduates advocating for access to higher education and developing initiatives like the peer-to-peer advisor network.

Global Student Forum

1 video

A large student organization with which the Tertiary Refugee Student Network is building a strong partnership.

Elimisha Kakuma

1 video

An initiative familiar to Aju, likely related to educational support for refugees.

Student Voices for Refugees

1 video

A student group active in the US involved in advocacy and on-campus support for refugee students.

Middlebury College

1 video

The college where Charles Murray faced incident, mentioned in the discussion about campus protests.

University of Paris Descartes

1 video

The academic institution where Dr. Guido Kroemer is a professor.

Phi Beta Kappa

1 video

An academic honor society Cal Newport was an early inductee into due to his high GPA.

Griffith University

1 video

University on the Gold Coast, Queensland, where the guest is a professor and continues her bone research.

The Bone Clinic

1 video

A translational research facility established by the guest to implement a specific high-intensity exercise program for osteoporosis patients, collecting research data from every participant.

ONERO Academy

1 video

The program for physiotherapists and exercise physiologists to become accredited in delivering the high-intensity resistance and impact training protocol developed from The Bone Clinic research.

CZI Imaging Institute

1 video

An institute visited by Pengchuan where SAM was being used for imaging human cells.

Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity

1 video

The department led by Warren Riley, which has been instrumental in launching the IARC and committed $20 million from the Illinois jobs now capital funding program.

Department of Energy Office of Science

1 video

The office responsible for sponsoring advanced accelerator science and technology, with a mandate to work with academic and industrial partners.

Northern Illinois University

1 video

An academic institution involved in research, where Michael Forner was hired as a particle physicist in 1987.

MSR

1 video

Microsoft Research, where Pengchuan previously worked before moving to Meta.

CZI

1 video

Abbreviation for the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, associated with the imaging institute visited by Pengchuan.

NIST

1 video

A national laboratory where one of the Nobel laureates, Strickman, did his work, mentioned in the context of basic science research.

Embari

1 video

An aquarium in the US that uses underwater cameras and SAM for species tracking and population monitoring.

IASA

1 video

Likely a mishearing or typo, context suggests an organization related to AI safety or standards.

Etrurians

1 video

Aggressive people historically surrounding Rome, contributing to Rome's struggle and military development.

Antioch College

1 video

The institution where the speaker completed her undergraduate degree and later pursued an individualized Master of Arts program.

CUNY Graduate Center

1 video

University where Maya Sitin obtained her Master's degree in Middle Eastern Studies.

Donate Choose

1 video

An organization Reed Hastings was involved with as an advisor, focused on education.

Eat Train Progress

1 video

A Facebook group created by Patrick Umphrey, described as a nice, supportive, and non-toxic fitness community.

Comex

1 video

A commodities market where JP Morgan allegedly engaged in spoofing practices for gold and silver trading.

MBMG Group

1 video

Financial advisory firm co-founded by Paul Gambles.

Finnish Sauna Society

1 video

An organization in Finland related to sauna culture, visited by the host.

ODNI

1 video

The Office of the Director of National Intelligence, led by Tulsi Gabbard, where significant internal changes have been made to focus on mission and accountability.

National Counterterrorism Center

1 video

Part of the ODNI, this center has expanded its focus from Islamist terrorism to counter-narcotics and counter-cartel efforts, including those related to fentanyl.

Los Angeles Angels

1 video

A professional baseball team whose recent policy restricting smartphone use in the clubhouse highlights broader issues of secondary harms from technology.

Texas Cooperative Extension program

1 video

An organization where Lindsay, a caller, works as a project manager for a community nutrition program.

House of York

1 video

One of the warring factions in the War of the Roses.

Commonwealth of England

1 video

The republican government established in England after the Civil War under Oliver Cromwell.

Parliament

1 video

The legislative body of England, which gained supremacy over the monarch after the Glorious Revolution.

British Commonwealth

1 video

A voluntary association of nations, many formerly part of the British Empire, that maintain ties and cooperation.

Royal Navy

1 video

The United Kingdom's naval warfare force, crucial for maintaining global trade and projecting power.

Black Eyed Peas

1 video

Will.i.am's music group, highlighting their journey from skepticism to global success.

Deca

1 video

Mentioned as an organization Will.i.am connected with for his foundation's project-based learning initiative.

First Robotics

1 video

Mentioned as an organization Will.i.am connected with for his foundation's project-based learning initiative.

College Track

1 video

Mentioned as an organization Will.i.am connected with for his foundation's project-based learning initiative.

Brown

1 video

A university where students from Will.i.am's foundation have been sent.

SYE

1 video

Syrian Youth Empowerment Initiative, an organization that works with Syrian and Iraqi youth to provide college access programming and partnerships.

Schmidt Futures

1 video

A philanthropy co-sponsoring Rise, founded by Eric and Wendy Schmidt.

Rhodes Trust

1 video

An organization associated with Oxford University, co-sponsoring Rise and managing the Rhodes Scholarship.

The Knowledge Society

1 video

An organization offering opportunities to Rise winners, including scholarships.

Pioneer

1 video

An organization offering outreach and opportunities to Rise winners and network members, including scholarships for research projects.

Refugee Investment Network

1 video

A network mentioned in relation to supporting entrepreneurs from marginalized communities.

Jungle Keepers

1 video

A non-profit organization founded by Paul Rosolie to protect the rainforest.

KD University

1 video

University where Pat Champagne worked, involved in anaconda research.

Designer Fund

1 video

An organization mentioned as a network for founders to hire talented designers.

Meida's Group

1 video

A group whose state-of-the-art method for humanoid whole-body control was compared against the Size Zero model.

Seva Foundation

1 video

An organization started by Ram Dass, which has restored sight to five and a half million blind people worldwide.

GISC

1 video

An organization that produced guidelines, but they were not geared towards freelance or gig platforms.

University of Karlsruhe

1 video

Academic institution where Fritz Haber worked as a low-level academic before his major discoveries.

LA Lakers

1 video

An NBA team that George Mumford coached in mindfulness during their championship wins.

Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF)

1 video

A foundation that helps people with physical challenges get back to their lives by providing them with necessary prosthetic legs.

Y Combinator (YC)

1 video

An accelerator program where DoorDash participated and received guidance, which Tony Xu described as an accountability mechanism.

Mount Sinai

1 video

A hospital network on the East Coast that DoorDash partnered with during COVID-19 to provide free deliveries for healthcare workers.

Cal Arts

1 video

Mentioned in relation to Disney funding a training camp for animators.

Environmental Neuroscience Laboratory

1 video

Laboratory directed by Dr. Marc Berman, focusing on how physical environments impact brain function.

TKF Foundation

1 video

Foundation (now Nature Sacred) that built parks and collected journal entries in the Baltimore, DC, Annapolis area.

Nature Sacred

1 video

New name for the TKF Foundation, which builds parks and collects journal entries.

Lin Space

1 video

The podcast or platform hosting the discussion.

Spanish Empire

1 video

The first colonizers of the New World, who found vast amounts of gold and silver but ultimately went bankrupt due to feudalism, religious spending, and monarchy-driven wars.

IOM

1 video

International Organization for Migration, mentioned as a stakeholder in the refugee resettlement process.

Santa Fe Institute

1 video

An institute that studies complexity in various ways, where Sean Carroll is affiliated.

G20

1 video

Mentioned as having produced a paper highlighting the importance of correctly classifying the employment status of workers.

Alzheimer's conference

1 video

A conference where the connection between Klotho and BDNF was discussed.

Rapid Support Forces

1 video

One of the two main warring parties in Sudan, formerly known as the Janjaweed, fighting for control of territory and resources.

Janjaweed

1 video

The former name for the Rapid Support Forces, a group created by a previous Sudanese dictator used in ethnic conflicts.

Wagner Group

1 video

A Russian mercenary group with long involvement in Sudan, targeted by Ukrainians in the conflict.

Emergency Response Rooms

1 video

Sudanese mutual aid organizations that sprang up to provide food, medicine, and support to people affected by the war, seen as a model for more grassroots aid.

Buck Institute for Aging

1 video

An institute where Dr. Gordon Lithgow works, focused on aging research.

IBM Research

1 video

Research division where Kate Blair works on AI agents and disruptive technologies.

AETA group

1 video

A group including Glean, LangChain, LlamaIndex, and Cisco that proposed agency and an agent connect protocol.

Digital Nomad Association USA

1 video

An association founded by Aiken to provide a platform for remote workers to connect, grow, and experience adventures.

Regis University

1 video

University from which Glory and Lumpo pursued online education programs.

ProFuturo

1 video

An organization partnering with UNHCR to implement a connected education project for refugees in Zimbabwe, providing digital learning equipment and resources.

Terre des Hommes (TdH)

1 video

An implementing partner for the UNHCR ProFuturo education project in Zimbabwe, responsible for day-to-day activities in the schools.

House of Borromeo

1 video

An Italian noble family whose coat of arms features a knot, existing since the 1300s.

Tongogara Primary School

1 video

A primary school located in the Tongogara Refugee Camp, Zimbabwe, which received six suitcases of connected education equipment as part of the ProFuturo project.

Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education (Zimbabwe)

1 video

The governmental body in Zimbabwe that must be involved in education projects to ensure alignment with the national curriculum, providing support and guidance.

Sabi Valley Primary School

1 video

A school benefiting from the ProFuturo project, with teachers sharing positive experiences about student motivation and engagement with the tablets.

International Judo Federation (IJF)

1 video

The governing body for judo that was pressured by the IOC to change rules regarding leg grabs to differentiate judo from wrestling.

International Olympic Committee (IOC)

1 video

The organization that pressured the IJF to modify judo rules in 1995 to distinguish it from wrestling.

Belgium Judo

1 video

The organization Neil Adams was working for when a significant incident related to his drinking occurred.

Kodokan

1 video

A historic judo dojo where Abe and Maruyama had a legendary 26-minute trial match.

Pedro Center

1 video

A judo training center, likely associated with Jimmy Pedro, noted for its high level of judo in the United States.

Chicago Board of Trade

1 video

Where Chris Sacca traded commodities, specifically live hogs, as a teenager.

Estates-General

1 video

An assembly of representatives from the three estates (clergy, nobility, commoners) of France, called in 1789 to address the financial crisis, marking the beginning of the French Revolution.

National Assembly

1 video

Formed by the Third Estate when the Estates-General broke off, it became a mechanism to press for more rights and was a forum for revolutionaries to discuss ideology.

Jacobins

1 video

A prominent political club that emerged from the National Assembly, serving as a meeting place for revolutionaries to discuss ideology and strategy.

Girondins

1 video

A faction that emerged from the Jacobins, representing the lower bourgeoisie, who advocated for war as an opportunity for economic gain.

Cordeliers

1 video

A faction emerging from the Jacobins, representing a more extreme stance, advocating for universal suffrage and greater rights for the proletariat.

Hébertists

1 video

A faction within the revolution advocating for the overthrow of the Catholic Church.

Committee of Public Safety

1 video

A powerful committee Robespierre headed, which advised the National Assembly on how to proceed with the revolution, effectively making him a de facto dictator.

Harvard Board of Overseers

1 video

A secondary but influential governing board of Harvard University, which Harvey Silverglate is running to be on, advocating for free speech and reduced administration.

Federal Aviation Administration

1 video

The agency that agreed that hydrogen as a lifting gas should be banned for many years.

Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)

1 video

A U.S. intelligence agency involved in surveillance programs, contributing to concerns over government intrusion on privacy.

Sackler Museum

1 video

A prominent art museum at Harvard University, named after the Sackler family, generating debate about donor ethics due to their association with the opioid crisis.

American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)

1 video

An organization that used to primarily deal with civil liberties cases, but is now seen by Silverglate as more of a progressive organization.

Underground Labs (UGL)

1 video

Informal and unregulated facilities that produce and distribute anabolic steroids, often with questionable sterility and quality control.

National Security Agency (NSA)

1 video

A U.S. intelligence agency involved in mass surveillance programs, sparking concerns about privacy and civil liberties.

Brood Institute

1 video

A joint Harvard-MIT genomics research institute where a case study team implemented an agile project management system.

Hamline University

1 video

A college where Silverglate witnessed a freshman orientation exercise that categorized students by skin hue, which he found demeaning.

University of Colorado

1 video

Location where a study on students camping for two days, eliminating electronics and aligning with natural light cycles, showed a reset of cortisol and melatonin rhythms for a week.

National Institute on Drug Abuse

1 video

The primary funder of Dr. Griffiths's early research on mood-altering compounds.

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

1 video

A U.S. federal agency that Silverglate believes should be abolished due to its deeply corrupted culture, established by J. Edgar Hoover, and its tendency to fabricate records.

Simon Fraser University

1 video

The university where Derek pursued an undergraduate business degree.

Qoutai

1 video

An open science lab in Paris that GI has partnered with for open research on their data.

E-Life

1 video

A journal described as changing its publication model to publish papers with transparent peer reviewer comments, rather than making binary accept/reject decisions.

NSF (National Science Foundation)

1 video

US organization that funds scientific projects; its funding decisions became a point of contention during the 1970s recession, leading to a shift towards a peer review model for grants.

Alaska Permanent Fund

1 video

Cited as an example of a successful sovereign wealth fund in the US, funded by natural resource revenue.

US Trust

1 video

A trust that conducted a survey of millionaires, finding that 83% attributed their wealth to small wins over time rather than big risks.

Liberty Human Rights

1 video

Mayor Khan served as the chair of this group.

London Stock Exchange

1 video

Mentioned as a market where a company might get a four times revenue valuation.

People's Republic of China

1 video

Mentioned in the hypothetical scenario of controlling ship traffic near Taiwan, highlighting potential US inaction.

SUTD

1 video

Singapore University of Technology and Design, partnered with MIT for a fellowship program.

Habsburg Spain

1 video

Cited as a historical example of a great power weakened by spending more on debt interest than defense.

European allies

1 video

Their initial bewilderment has turned to resolve, recognizing the need for increased self-reliance in security.

YSAT

1 video

An organization implemented alongside MIT D-Lab for The BRIDGE Project, focusing on peacebuilding and raising the voices of young people.

Baruch College

1 video

College where Bahareh Yahi is an adjunct lecturer.

MIT Language Lab

1 video

A lab headed by Edward Gibson that investigates the structure and function of human language, its cultural relationship, and cognitive processing.

Earth Species Project

1 video

An organization co-founded by Azar Gad dedicated to finding common languages between animals and humans.

MITx Digital Learning Lab

1 video

A lab at MIT focused on digital learning initiatives.

National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN)

1 video

An alliance of cancer centers that publishes guidelines for cancer care, including prostate cancer screening, which are more progressive than other organizations.

Fenalper

1 video

Federación Nacional de Personerías de Colombia, an NGO representing municipal ombudsmen, focused on human rights, peacebuilding, and migration issues.

Longy School of Music

1 video

School where Bahareh Yahi is an artist in residence.

ACNUR Colombia

1 video

The UNHCR office in Colombia, an ally of Fenalper in campaigns against xenophobia and in supporting migrant populations.

Immersive Learning Network

1 video

A network mentioned as an example of an organization bridging technology developers and educators.

Comisión Interamericana de Derechos Humanos

1 video

An international body to which Fenalper and partner organizations presented cases concerning the cancellation of nationalities in Colombia.

Sylvia Young Theatre School

1 video

A famous school Rita Ora attended, which she struggled to focus on during her mother's illness.

Roc Nation

1 video

The record label that signed Rita Ora at 18, marking a significant start to her professional music career.

National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

1 video

Analyzed standardized math tests and socioeconomic statuses to provide data on educational and career outcomes.

The Independent

1 video

A newspaper that published an article about death threats received by Mayor Khan.

Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy

1 video

The speaker worked here as Director of Sports Science and Psychology, providing a 'living lab' for research on performance and energy.

SMC

1 video

A research organization at UCLA that conducted a study mentioned regarding wealth transfer.

Human Rights Watch

1 video

Mentioned as an example of an organization that might move standards, leading to negative consequences like 'America has to die.'

WWDC (Worldwide Developers Conference)

1 video

Apple's annual developer conference where the Deep Questions podcast made a cameo appearance in the platform State of the Union presentation.

CPAC

1 video

A conservative political conference where Trump was booed for taking credit for vaccines.

Deep Learning AI

1 video

The organization that produces courses, including the one this talk is based on, and the platform used for the workshop.

Cincinnati Bengals

1 video

An NFL team, the focus of rooting interest for one of the hosts and their friends/family during the Super Bowl.

Harvard Business Review Press

1 video

Publisher of books on emotional intelligence and motivation, like 'Emotional Intelligence: Energy and Motivation'.

Hen Classics

1 video

Likely a publisher or series for classical texts like 'The Book of Chuang Tzu'.

Chinese Communist Party (CCP)

1 video

Referenced as the entity to whom advanced chips, chipmaking tools, and data centers should not be sold, according to Dario Amodei.

NADMED

1 video

An NAD testing company that provides kits and reagents for clinical trial observations, though individual testing for personal use is not recommended by Dr. Brener.

Cleveland Heart Labs

1 video

A laboratory that provides comprehensive blood tests to assess inflammation and cardiovascular risk, including particle sizes of LDL, CRP, interleukin-6, TNF, and hemoglobin A1C.

Paramount Lot

1 video

The studio lot where Lorne Michaels had an office when he met with Jimmy Fallon to offer him a spot on SNL.

Penn State University

1 video

Cited as the location where research was conducted on purple potatoes showing their effect on colon cancer stem cells.

Angiogenesis Foundation

1 video

A non-profit organization founded by Dr. William Li, involved in research on food as medicine to fight chronic diseases, particularly through angiogenesis.

Fortune 500 companies

1 video

Large corporations mentioned in the context of CEO height statistics, indicating a height dividend in leadership roles.

European Commission

1 video

The executive body of the European Union, noted for having a much better system of regulating chemicals, requiring upfront testing from manufacturers.

European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)

1 video

The agency to which chemical manufacturers in Europe must provide data and testing information to prove safety before products are released.

FAA (Federal Aviation Administration)

1 video

Called upon to make changes to airline emergency kits to include EpiPens, following Dr. Mike's experience.

Columbia University

1 video

Mentioned as a place where Scott Galloway received a 'mini MBA' sponsored by Morgan Stanley, highlighting the value of corporate-funded education.

Duke University

1 video

The institution where Doris was referred to a weight loss clinic that happened to use the ketogenic diet as a tool, leading to her recovery from schizophrenia.

Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

1 video

Source for data showing US hiring has slowed to its worst in a decade.

Creative Artists Agency (CAA)

1 video

The agency Michael Ovitz co-founded, known for revolutionary rules like honesty, teamwork, and multi-agent representation for clients, leading to significant market dominance and client loyalty.

Jacksonville Suns

1 video

A minor league baseball team for the New York Mets, whose players were staying at the hotel where Tim McGraw's parents met.

Harvard University Native American Program

1 video

A collaborating program for the Harvard Yard Archaeology Project.

Center for Human Microbiome Studies at Stanford

1 video

The home base for Dr. Sonnenburg's dietary intervention studies and a resource for information on their research.

UMass Lowell

1 video

University where June Odongo obtained her computer science degree.

Oracle at Ammon

1 video

A sacred site in Egypt visited by Alexander the Great, where he was told he was not the son of Philip, but of Zeus Ammon, confirming his divine destiny to rule and conquer.

National Federation of Sub Postmasters (NFSP)

1 video

An organization that was supposed to protect sub postmasters but instead covered up complaints and pressured victims, betraying those they were meant to represent.

Congressional Budget Office (CBO)

1 video

Their long-term projections on debt to GDP ratio are presented, highlighting a structural fiscal problem in the US.

International Powerlifting Federation (IPF)

1 video

Mentioned in the context of increased training specificity among top French powerlifters.

City University of Hong Kong

1 video

Collaborating institution involved in the parents' education and awareness program for CoolThink.

De La Soul

1 video

An influential hip-hop group who provided guidance and mentorship to Busta Rhymes in his early career.

Extra Life

1 video

A charity that raises money for children's hospitals, which was the catalyst for The Primeagen's streaming career. They take no overhead and allow direct hospital designation for donations.

Journal of Economic Perspectives

1 video

An academic journal co-founded with the idea of making economic theory accessible to a wider audience, including non-specialists and advanced undergraduates. Richard Thaler wrote an 'anomalies' column for it.

Bidyabharati

1 video

An organization founded by RSS volunteers to revolutionize education, running nearly 25,000 schools and educating around 3 million students at low cost.

MDPI

1 video

A publisher group mentioned in the context of publishing fees and copyediting quality, highlighting broader issues within scientific publishing.

Startup Migrants

1 video

An organization in Europe that works directly with migrant entrepreneurship.

Singa

1 video

An organization that works directly with migrant entrepreneurship in Europe.

NACA

1 video

The predecessor to NASA, where John Stack conducted research on high-speed aerodynamics.

Teal Fellowship

1 video

A fellowship that provided Dylan Field with financial support and time, which was crucial for the early development of Figma.

Southampton Solent University

1 video

Where Milo Wolf pursued and completed his PhD in Sport Science, focusing on range of motion in resistance training.

SF Standard

1 video

A publication that published a headline criticizing the host's interview with Marc Benioff at Dreamforce.

Clapham Sect

1 video

An abolitionist Christian group to which William Wilberforce belonged.

Kuwait Diabetes Institute

1 video

An institution with a formal cooperative agreement with Dr. DeFronzo's team to train personnel in insulin clamp studies and advanced metabolic research.

Parks Canada

1 video

Government agency involved in avalanche control on the Trans Canada Highway and in areas like Rogers Pass.

English Navy

1 video

Defeated the Spanish Armada in 1588, opening up the New World for European colonization.

FINRA

1 video

Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, mentioned regarding regulatory approval processes.

Department of Education (US)

1 video

The federal agency proposed by Donald Trump to be abolished, transferring its responsibilities to state governments.

Free Software Foundation

1 video

An organization that defines free software based on freedom of speech, a concept contrasted with 'free as in money'.

New York Fire Department

1 video

Organization where Neil Heintz, developer of the Shadowbox method, worked as a firefighter and battalion chief.

Dana Farber Cancer Institute

1 video

Cancer treatment and research center where Dr. Harold Burstein specializes in breast cancer.

ASCO

1 video

American Society of Clinical Oncology, an organization Dr. Burstein works with on guidelines for breast cancer care.

NCCN

1 video

National Comprehensive Cancer Network, an organization Dr. Burstein works with on guidelines for breast cancer care.

University of Texas (UT)

1 video

A university mentioned as an alternative to 'woke' colleges, attracting students who value free speech.

Questbridge

1 video

An organization involved in education that Reed Hastings found to be doing good work.

Fabia Ambrosio's Lab

1 video

Research lab that discovered hypermethylation around the Klotho promoter occurs with aging, leading to decreased Klotho levels.

Tufts

1 video

Research institution where Darius Mazharian, proponent of the food compass guidelines, is affiliated.

NIPS

1 video

The conference proceedings for which were scanned and made available online as part of the Digital DJ Vu project, showcasing document compression capabilities.

ECCV

1 video

European Conference on Computer Vision, where a workshop on ImageNet in 2012 marked a pivotal moment for the recognition of convolutional neural networks.

FAIR (Facebook AI Research)

1 video

The AI research organization at Meta (formerly Facebook) that LeCun helped establish, emphasizing open research and collaboration.

Youth Voices Community

1 video

A refugee-led organization in Kenya that amplifies and advocates for inclusive policies promoting refugee self-reliance and inclusion.

Columbia Law

1 video

Liliana was a visiting scholar at this institution.

Global Academic Interdisciplinary Network

1 video

A network that emanates from the global compact on refugees, co-chaired by Liliana.

American University of Beirut (AUB)

1 video

Maha Haider Maki is the Director of the MasterCard Foundation Scholarship Program at this university.

Advanced Research Projects Agency (ARPA)

1 video

A US government agency established in response to the Sputnik launch to foster technological breakthroughs and ensure American superiority.

National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA)

1 video

Developed the Mosaic web browser, making significant contributions to the early accessibility of the internet.

Cold Fusion TV

1 video

The channel producing this video series about technological history.

Sunday Times

1 video

The speaker's book became a Sunday Times bestseller.

US Navy SEALs

1 video

Mentioned as users of Element electrolytes, used as a point of comparison for marketing effectiveness.

Foothill College

1 video

A community college where Ann Miura-Ko took classes, including an adult negotiations class at age 10.

Palo Alto High School

1 video

Ann Miura-Ko's high school where she joined the speech and debate team.

National Conference of State Legislators

1 video

An NGO that tracks AI-related bills filed by state lawmakers.

University of Pennsylvania (UPenn)

1 video

Mentioned as an Ivy League school that has faced issues with 'woke stuff' and antisemitism.

Sassanian Persian Empire

1 video

A destination for those rebelling against Augustine's teachings, who sought refuge and freedom to practice their faith in a less authoritarian environment.

PGA Tour

1 video

The professional golf tour where Dr. Valente gained extensive experience coaching golfers.

LPGA Tour

1 video

The professional women's golf tour where Dr. Valente gained experience coaching.

Buffalo Bills

1 video

The NFL team where Dr. Valente was the head performance coach.

UDM

1 video

University of Montreal, where Bengio was recruited.

Talent Beyond Boundaries (TBB)

1 video

An organization focused on international employment for refugees, the main subject and host of the session.

Department of Health and Social Care

1 video

A UK government department doing a pilot with TBB to bring experienced nurses into the UK.

Berkeley College of Music

1 video

The institution Derek Sivers attended where he accelerated his studies thanks to a mentor.

Revive & Restore

1 video

A project focused on bringing extinct species back to life, associated with the Long Now Foundation.

SFI (Santa Fe Institute)

1 video

A research center where Lee Cronin developed aspects of the assembly equation theory.

Voyager Program

1 video

NASA's program that launched the Voyager probes, which captured the 'Pale Blue Dot' image, contextually compared to the significance of Earth.

University of Oregon

1 video

Institution where Chris Nieils conducts his research.

Department of Motor Vehicles

1 video

Common place where Snellen charts are used for vision testing.

Insiders

1 video

A community forum created by Stripe to continuously gather feedback from developers.

The Residency

1 video

A youth program in Seattle that Macklemore finds fulfilling and considers a significant part of his future legacy.

Democratic elite

1 video

Cited as having pushed Bernie Sanders out in 2016, implying undemocratic maneuvering within the party.

MIT Refugee Action Hub (AMAL)

1 video

An organizer of the Migration Summit, focused on creating pathways for learning, livelihood, and dignity for refugee and migrant communities.

Emanuel

1 video

A Swedish band whose song was sampled by Josh.

Kuran Foundation

1 video

An organizer of the Migration Summit, contributing to its goal of building bridges between diverse communities interested in refugee and migrant issues.

Miami Heat

1 video

An NBA team with whom the speaker partied in San Francisco.

Sapienza University of Rome

1 video

The university where Emmanuel Shindi is currently pursuing his Master's degree.

Sons of Granville

1 video

A band encountered in Vancouver.

Contiki

1 video

A tour company that organized a trip visiting multiple cities within the US with a group of 50 people.

American Enterprise Institute (AEI)

1 video

A think tank where the speaker previously worked, known for its focus on free society principles and allowing scholars independence.

George W. Bush White House

1 video

Previous administration where the speaker worked, experiencing events like Hurricane Katrina and the financial crisis, requiring reliance on external policy experts.

San Francisco Fire

1 video

A team in the NPGL, mentioned as an example of a team that successfully leveraged female talent to reach the finals.

Civitas Institute at University of Texas

1 video

A new university-based think tank founded by the speaker, committed to principles of free society, economic life, and classical liberal arts education.

School of Civic Leadership (UT)

1 video

A new school at the University of Texas, created to house the Civitas Institute and provide a multidisciplinary classical liberal arts education.

Hamilton Center (University of Florida)

1 video

An initiative at another flagship state university similar to the Civitas Institute, aimed at recovering classical liberal arts education.

Ohio State University

1 video

Mentioned as adopting similar educational reforms to the Civitas Institute.

Hoover Institution at Stanford

1 video

Cited as an example of a well-established and large-scale institution that the Civitas Institute at UT aspires to emulate.

Purdue University

1 video

Highlighted as a successful example of a university that controlled costs and excelled in commercializing research under Mitch Daniels' leadership.

University of St Andrews, Scotland

1 video

The university from which the speaker's adult children graduated, described as an elite institution with traditional academic focus, differing from US universities in its handling of ideological conflicts.

More in Common

1 video

An organization mentioned for conducting large national surveys on public attitudes, similar to the work done at AEI.

Simpson-Bowles Commission

1 video

A federal commission during the Obama years that attempted to address the nation's debt and deficit issues, which the speaker viewed positively.

Bowdoin College

1 video

A private liberal arts college in Maine, mentioned as where Zoran Mamdani got his degree.

Labour Party

1 video

UK political party, mentioned for its low approval ratings despite trying to scale up socialist policies.

Harper's Business

1 video

A publishing house, involved in a licensing deal with Microsoft for AI training data.

Interlochen Arts Academy

1 video

A world-famous arts camp in Northern Michigan where Terry Crews received a full scholarship funded by Chrysler.

Cleveland Institute of Art

1 video

The institution from which a judge came to assess art at Interlochen Arts Academy, where Terry Crews' work was chosen as the best.

Western Michigan University

1 video

Where Terry Crews received an art scholarship and walked on to the football team.

Flint Academy

1 video

Terry Crews' high school, where he was a basketball player.

Bodleian Library

1 video

A beautiful library in Oxford where Richard Koch discovered the 80/20 principle through Vilfredo Pareto's work.

Edison labs

1 video

Mentioned as an inspiration for Answer.ai's integrated approach to research and development, contrasting with traditional, separate R&D departments.

Pharisee

1 video

A sect of Jewish priests who later became rabbis. Paul converted to Pharisaism and became fanatical in his early efforts to suppress the Jesus movement.

Endocrine Society

1 video

Established guidelines for Vitamin D levels, defining deficient (<20 ng/mL), inadequate (<30 ng/mL), and adequate (30-60 ng/mL) serum levels.

Utre Gallery

1 video

An art gallery suggested by Michael Malice for those interested in contemporary art.

Antler Gallery

1 video

An art gallery suggested by Michael Malice for those interested in contemporary art.

Giant Robot 2

1 video

An art gallery suggested by Michael Malice for those interested in contemporary art.

Babina Art

1 video

An art gallery suggested by Michael Malice for those interested in contemporary art.

Spoke Art Gallery

1 video

An art gallery suggested by Michael Malice for those interested in contemporary art.

Var Gallery

1 video

A Milwaukee art gallery Michael Malice visited and was impressed by the affordability of its pieces.

Night Gallery

1 video

An art gallery suggested by Michael Malice for those interested in contemporary art.

Vertical Gallery

1 video

An art gallery suggested by Michael Malice for those interested in contemporary art.

Avant Gallery

1 video

An art gallery suggested by Michael Malice for those interested in contemporary art.

Hive Gallery

1 video

An art gallery suggested by Michael Malice for those interested in contemporary art.

Haven Gallery

1 video

An art gallery suggested by Michael Malice for those interested in contemporary art.

Curio Art Gallery

1 video

An art gallery suggested by Michael Malice for those interested in contemporary art.

European Research Council

1 video

A funding agency that explicitly aims to support 'transformative research' but, according to the speaker, often ends up funding conventional projects.

FIA

1 video

Governing body of motorsports, accused of having favoritism towards Prost over Senna.

Texas Drift Academy

1 video

Drifting school founded by Josh Robinson, where Dax Shepard learned to drift.

Insight Meditation Society

1 video

A meditation center in Massachusetts, co-founded by Jack Kornfield.

Spirit Rock Meditation Center

1 video

A meditation center in California, co-founded by Jack Kornfield.

Johns Hopkins University Medical School

1 video

University where Roland Griffith conducts research on psilocybin and its therapeutic applications.

NYU (New York University)

1 video

A university conducting research on psilocybin.

Massachusetts Psychological Association

1 video

An organization where Jack Kornfield met Dan Goleman.

Quakers

1 video

A Christian movement known for their pacifism and social activism, David McClelland and his wife were Quakers.

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)

1 video

The UN body that granted permission for Mahaghosananda to build a temple in a refugee camp.

Mosaic Multicultural Foundation

1 video

An organization associated with Michael Meade and Luis Rodriguez, focused on working with diverse populations including gang kids, vets, and prisoners.

Dogon people

1 video

An ethnic group in West Africa, whose shaman friend of Jack Kornfield uses a cargo metaphor for gifts children bring to the world.

Zarqa University

1 video

The location where Syrian refugee students held an informal meeting to seek scholarships and understand higher education access.

Om Yoga Institute

1 video

An ashram in central Florida founded by an Indian yoga master, where Ryan Soave received training in yoga nidra.

The Oxford Group

1 video

A Christian-based religious group with a four-step process, which influenced Bill Wilson's development of the 12 steps.

Smart Recovery

1 video

A peer support group alternative to 12-step programs, offering a different approach to addiction recovery.

Refuge Recovery

1 video

A peer support group alternative to 12-step programs, offering a mindfulness-based approach to addiction recovery.

Codependents Anonymous

1 video

A 12-step fellowship for people seeking to develop healthy relationships.

Families Anonymous

1 video

A 12-step fellowship for relatives and friends of drug abusers.

Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA)

1 video

A 12-step program for adults who grew up in alcoholic or otherwise dysfunctional homes.

Date with Destiny Center

1 video

A 5-day immersion program by Tony Robbins designed to help individuals rewire their lives and values.

Tampa Bay Lightning

1 video

NHL team whose successful performance is linked to 'championship biochemistry'.

McLaren F1

1 video

Formula 1 racing team sponsored by OKX, which won a race in Miami.

Migration Gem

1 video

Organization hosting the panel discussion as part of the Migration Summit.

Air Force Academy

1 video

Mentioned as the location of a debate where Biden was seen stumbling, with the media airing footage of the event.

Bilge University

1 video

University in Turkey where Dr. Gulai and Dr. Kenan teach.

Ministry of National Education (Turkey)

1 video

Ministry responsible for approving and distributing school textbooks in Turkey, which began including migrant figures in 2017.

Los Alamos National Labs

1 video

Located at high altitude (2200m), this facility experiences frequent neutron-induced crashes of its supercomputers, necessitating frequent auto-saves and neutron detectors.

Belgian Chamber of Representatives

1 video

The legislative body in Belgium where Maria Vindevogel now serves as a member.

Priests of the Temple

1 video

Religious authorities in Jerusalem who, according to the Gospels, handed Jesus over to Roman authorities.

Sadducees

1 video

One of the three major religious factions in Jewish society at the time of Jesus, associated with the aristocracy and the Temple priesthood.

Essenes

1 video

One of the three major Jewish religious factions, who believed in an upcoming apocalypse and emphasized a simple, peaceful life.

Linus Pauling Institute

1 video

Offers a website with information and advice on micronutrients.

B'Tselem

1 video

Leading Israeli human rights group that has issued detailed reports making the case that Israel is an apartheid state.

National Rifle Association (NRA)

1 video

Comparison group in the US political system used to illustrate how powerful interest groups can be.

Stronger Together Fitness Conference

1 video

A fitness conference in Seattle where Eric presented, marking his first work-related travel since the COVID-19 lockdown.

Sangha

1 video

A group of people with whom one studies, practices, and meditates in Buddhism. Eric recently found one that resonates with him.

Joyful Heart Foundation

1 video

Foundation started by Mariska Hargitay, focused on eradicating domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse.

NO MORE.org

1 video

Another organization Debbie Millman helped, providing resources for victims of violence.

Voice America

1 video

A fledgling internet radio network that contacted Debbie Millman to host a show about branding.

IMF (International Monetary Fund)

1 video

International organization mentioned as one of the centers of power that transitioned towards globalist views.

Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine

1 video

Medical center where Dr. Hyman leads strategy and innovation, integrating functional medicine into a major institution.

Connected Learning in Crisis Consortium

1 video

A global coordinating body for partners working in online or digital education for higher education, particularly in crisis contexts.

Retraction Watch

1 video

A database used to track retracted scientific papers.

Audioslave

1 video

A band recommended for training music, featuring Chris Cornell.

Killswitch Engage

1 video

A band featuring vocalist Howard Jones.

Light the Torch

1 video

A band featuring vocalist Howard Jones.

UNRWA (United Nations Relief and Works Agency)

1 video

A UN agency for Palestinian refugees, criticized by Kushner as corrupt and a waste of taxpayer dollars.

ACLU (American Civil Liberties Union)

1 video

Non-profit organization, whose support was garnered for the First Step Act despite often suing the Trump administration.

National Organization on Rare Diseases

1 video

An organization whose head, Frank Sasiinowski, influenced Martine Rothblatt's exposure to certain philosophers.

Children's National Medical Center

1 video

A hospital in Washington D.C. where Martine Rothblatt's daughter was treated.

International Bar Association

1 video

An organization concerned with protecting autonomy rights and genetic information via international treaty.

Northwell Medical Complex

1 video

A medical institution where Kevin Tracey serves as Chief Medical Officer.

Alliance for a New Humanity

1 video

An association co-founded by Deepak Chopra with the idea of reaching a critical mass of people for peace and sustainability, but which faltered due to internal conflict.

Naya

1 video

An opportunity network leveraging AI and large language models to remove barriers for underserved groups, with refugees as its genesis.

Sanctuary Foundation

1 video

Chris's charity, which initially focused on integrating and welcoming people from Ukraine, and also helps Afghans in the UK.

Jobs for Humanity

1 video

An organization run by Roy that helps connect refugees and other underserved groups with job opportunities at businesses worldwide.

Refugee Council

1 video

An organization that PwC brings in as experts to support their recruitment process for integrating refugees.

Make-A-Wish Foundation

1 video

A foundation for which Isaacman flew around-the-world record flights and air shows to raise funds.

Treasury Department

1 video

A potential department where Isaacman was considered for a role during the administration transition.

Space Force

1 video

A branch of the U.S. Armed Forces focused on space operations, created during the Trump administration.

DoD (Department of Defense)

1 video

The U.S. federal department responsible for the military. Its budget was cited by Elon Musk in relation to the national debt.

Kirkus Reviews

1 video

The publication that gave Don's book, 'The Astrochimp', a starred review, highlighting its meticulous research.

Auburn University

1 video

Ranked number two in FIRE's college free speech rankings.

US Marine Corps

1 video

A branch of the United States Armed Forces, for whom Pavel Tsatsouline has been a subject matter expert.

Paradiso CrossFit

1 video

A CrossFit gym in Venice, California, where Tim Ferriss trained and met someone who introduced him to Gymnastic Bodies.

Awaken Gymnastics

1 video

A Master Affiliate of GymnasticBodies in Colorado, described as a fantastic gym where Tim Ferriss had his assessment.

FC Barcelona

1 video

Announced as moving its headquarters from New York to Miami, cited as an example of successful business attraction through the city's formula.

The Broad Institute

1 video

An institution where a team successfully managed project overload using the 'doing fewer things' principle.

Berkeley School of Music

1 video

The institution where Amy will be attending graduate program.

Christians

1 video

Adherents who believe in the New Testament, which they consider a fulfillment of the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament).

Israelites

1 video

The ancient people whose history and religion are described in the Hebrew Bible. The lecturer argues they are distinct from modern Jews due to significant religious and cultural shifts.

Hittites

1 video

An empire in Anatolia, wealthy and advanced, located north of the Levant. Their empire was overrun by the Sea Peoples during the Bronze Age collapse.

Philistines

1 video

Descendants of the Sea Peoples who settled in the Levant, posing an aggressive and expansionist threat to the local populations, leading to the election of a king.

NTSB

1 video

National Transportation Safety Board, where Mark was a board member for 5 years, investigating crashes to prevent reoccurrence.

NHTSA

1 video

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a US DOT agency responsible for vehicle safety regulation and enforcement, which Mark headed for several years.

Mount Sinai Hospital

1 video

Hospital in New York where Libby Zion was admitted.

Denver Broncos

1 video

Jesse Itzler wrote a song for them which they won the Super Bowl with, and he performed at the Super Bowl but forgot the lyrics.

Naman Crown Foundation

1 video

One of the organizing bodies for the Migration Summit 2023.

Community Sponsorship Hub

1 video

An organization based in New York with a mission to empower communities across the United States to welcome refugees, with a focus on supporting refugee students in universities and colleges.

Every Campus Refugee

1 video

An organization focused on supporting refugees on campuses, with Kathleen Herbst serving as Program Coordinator.

Decible

1 video

An investment firm that invested in Manifest AI early on.

National Association of System Heads

1 video

Organization where Olivia Issa is the program lead for the Refugee Resettlement Initiative (RRI).

Refugee Resettlement Initiative

1 video

An initiative led by Olivia Issa and managed by Jane Roach at the National Association of System Heads, focused on refugee resettlement.

Every Campus of Refuge

1 video

An organization whose guests have utilized art studios and participated in jam sessions with faculty and students, and which leans on community support for items and financial literacy programs.

Sharp Memorial Hospital

1 video

Hospital in San Diego where Sophia Amoruso was born.

Reed College

1 video

An expensive college Sophia Amoruso initially wanted to attend.

The Evergreen State College

1 video

A 'super duper hippie state school' Sophia Amoruso moved to Olympia, Washington to gain residency for, but ultimately decided not to attend.

Academy of Art University

1 video

An art school in San Francisco where Sophia Amoruso worked as a campus safety host to get health insurance.

Michigan Technological University

1 video

Ranked number one in FIRE's college free speech rankings.

University of Virginia (UVA)

1 video

Prestigious university that did really well in FIRE's college free speech rankings.

University of Pennsylvania (Penn)

1 video

Ranked poorly in FIRE's college free speech rankings, identified as having a 100% success rate of de-platforming attempts.

Fordham University

1 video

Ranked poorly in FIRE's college free speech rankings.

Trust Fund

1 video

Sophia Amoruso's venture fund, currently raising $10 million, focused on early-stage companies.

Sarah Lawrence College

1 video

College where Sam Abrams faced attempts to be fired.

Heart Institute in Ottawa

1 video

A medical institution collaborating with Dr. Sue Johnson on research showing the correlation between good relationships and heart attack prevention.

Canadian Military

1 video

An institution using Dr. Johnson's Hold Me Tight Online program to support relationships.

Government of British Columbia

1 video

A Canadian governmental body that has purchased Hold Me Tight Online for First Responders.

NIST AIMF

1 video

Mentioned as a framework that provides general guidelines for AI, but not necessarily specific to an organization's unique failure points.

Glia

1 video

Cells that collaborate with neurons and can encourage accelerated fat loss.

Gardener Lab

1 video

A research lab at Stanford that has provided evidence on the efficacy of various diets for weight loss when adhered to.

MIT Refugee Action Hub (ReAct)

1 video

An organization involved in organizing the Migration Summit 2023.

Balamal

1 video

An organization involved in organizing the Migration Summit 2023.

Villanova University

1 video

An institution hosting and participating in the Migration Summit 2023, specifically the session on training immigrant advocates.

Strategic Initiative for Migrants and Refugees (Sig)

1 video

An initiative at Villanova University focused on supporting migrants and refugees, with programs like Vista.

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)

1 video

A component of the Department of Homeland Security where immigrants file applications, and which partially accredited representatives can handle.

MacArthur Foundation

1 video

Provided a grant that allowed for the co-design of the Vista program with community partners.

Luminous Network for New Americans

1 video

A non-profit organization in Howard County, Maryland, where Shakura Rahimi works as the Afghan Alliance Coordinator.

Catholic Social Services

1 video

An organization in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia where Samuel Abu works in refugee resettlement and case management.

Archdiocese of Philadelphia

1 video

The administrative region for Catholic Social Services where Samuel Abu works.

United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)

1 video

Sponsors the refugee resettlement program at Catholic Social Services where Samuel Abu works.

Saint Augustine Foundation

1 video

Funding students to work in the immigration hot zone of San Diego through Vista scholarships.

Justicemere Foundation

1 video

Funding scholarships in Southeastern Pennsylvania for individuals seeking to make accredited representatives a career track through Vista.

Immigrant Advocates Network

1 video

Co-piloting a project with the Sig to network stakeholders through a Slack channel for mentorship and support.

Justic

1 video

A platform/organization mentioned in the context of networking and building a community for accredited representatives.

Open Philanthropy

1 video

A foundation funded by Dustin Moskovitz, serving as a major source of funding for EA-aligned organizations.

Big Brother Foundation

1 video

An organization Josh Peck participated in through their Big Brother program since childhood, providing a significant male role model.

Michigan State

1 video

University with a basketball team coached by Tom Izzo, where the motivational quote is displayed.

Duke

1 video

University whose basketball team the speaker is a fan of, contrasting with his appreciation for Tom Izzo's quote.

Chuy culture

1 video

Step people who interacted with its neighboring civilizations, referred to as the Yayoi people by the narrator.

Cardiac Risk in the Young

1 video

Funder of the research presented at the British Cardiovascular Society conference regarding exercise and arterial stiffness.

Barómetro de Xenofobia

1 video

An initiative that measures online narratives about migration to understand the balance between exclusion and inclusion.

Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo (BID)

1 video

Source of data on public perception towards migrants in Latin America and creator of the Integration Index (INI).

Juntos Aprendemos

1 video

A project funded by USAID and Partners of the Americas focusing on educational integration for migrant children in Colombia.

Partners of the Americas

1 video

An organization that collaborates with USAID on the 'Juntos Aprendemos' project.

Departamento Nacional de Planeación (DNP) de Colombia

1 video

Developed a multidimensional integration index with technical assistance from the BID.

Ministerio de Educación

1 video

Has a protocol for xenophobia prevention in schools and a system for reporting discrimination data.

Proyecto Conectando Caminos

1 video

A project supported by the U.S. government that aims to improve citizen security and social cohesion between migrant and host communities.

Freedom House

1 video

A collaborating partner in the 'Proyecto Conectando Caminos'.

Barroli Pack

1 video

A collaborating partner in the 'Proyecto Conectando Caminos'.

Alcaldía de Bogotá

1 video

The local government of Bogotá, which has implemented specific strategies and a public policy for the reception, inclusion, and development of migrants.

IPF Worlds

1 video

The International Powerlifting Federation World Championships, where various powerlifters set new records.

America First Defense VC

1 video

A venture capital firm focused on American defense, managed by Joe Lonsdale.

Cicero Institute

1 video

A non-profit founded by Joe Lonsdale with the goal of improving the country.

Amherst College

1 video

The institution where Edward Hitchcock Jr. was hired as a professor of hygiene and physical education in 1861, potentially hosting the first exercise physiology professor.

Harvard Fatigue Lab

1 video

A significant lab established in 1927 that greatly accelerated the field of exercise science.

Carnegie Institute

1 video

An institute where a lab focusing on energy metabolism was established in 1904.

George Williams College

1 video

One of several institutions where exercise science labs began to pop up in the 1920s.

Springfield College

1 video

One of several institutions where exercise science labs began to pop up in the 1920s.

Dayton Art Institute

1 video

An art museum in Ohio where the guest's grandmothers were docents, influencing his art history studies.

Tough Mudder

1 video

An obstacle course race company with which GORUCK initially partnered to gain exposure and build its community.

House Freedom Caucus

1 video

Senator Johnson identifies with this group as those who will stop the current bill until a much better one is presented.

USSR

1 video

Mentioned as an example of a superpower that collapsed within two years.

European Weightlifting Championships

1 video

A weightlifting competition where Antonino Pizzolatto set new world records.

Amala

1 video

An organization that works with young populations, particularly high school learners, mentioned during the migration summit.

Conscious Leadership Group

1 video

An organization co-founded by Jim Dethmer, focused on principles of conscious leadership, a framework discussed in the interview.

Virginia Commonwealth University

1 video

Institution where psychologist Worthington developed a method for forgiveness.

NFL (National Football League)

1 video

Dr. Amen conducted a study on 350 NFL players, finding high levels of brain damage, but 80% improved with rehabilitation.

The Correspondent

1 video

A Dutch journalism platform founded on the philosophy of 'unbreaking the news', where Bregman began his career.

Aztec Empire

1 video

Mentioned as a candidate for a significant historical event.

Giving What We Can

1 video

An organization that Bregman joined, involving a pledge to donate a substantial part of one's income to effective charities.

School for Moral Ambition

1 video

Bregman's organization aimed at making 'doing good' high status and encouraging talented people to work on pressing global issues.

Jesuit Refugee Service

1 video

An organization that provided scholarship programs to refugees, influencing participants' motivation to return home.

Mocud Foundation

1 video

An organization that offers scholarships for refugee students to UK universities like Edinburgh, Oxford, and Cambridge, with arrangements supporting visa applications.

California Society of Addiction Medicine

1 video

An organization where Dr. Lembke gained significant knowledge about addiction treatment.

Latins

1 video

Aggressive people historically surrounding Rome, contributing to Rome's struggle and military development.

Sabin

1 video

Aggressive people historically surrounding Rome, contributing to Rome's struggle and military development.

Julii

1 video

The family name of Julius and Augustus Caesar, who claimed descent from Aeneas to establish legitimacy.

Seed

1 video

ByteDance's new lab working on models like Seedream and Seedance Omnihuman.

Manhattan Institute

1 video

A think tank whose associate Jessica Ridle created a chart projecting CBO estimates for US debt to GDP.

YC companies

1 video

Startups from the Y Combinator accelerator that often face single-channel risk in manufacturing.

US Commerce Department

1 video

Required specific licenses for export of GPUs or servers containing GPUs to the Middle East, criticized for hindering AI development in the region.

Children's Presbyterian Hospital

1 video

A hypothetical hospital mentioned in a study about doctors' vocal tones.

Jane Goodall Institute

1 video

Founded by Jane Goodall, focusing on chimpanzee conservation and empowering young people.

University of Missouri

1 video

Journalism school attended by Cal Fussman and John A. Walsh, known for its strong network in journalism.

WBC (World Boxing Council)

1 video

Governing body of professional boxing, whose president Jose Sulaiman helped arrange Cal Fussman's fight.

HSI

1 video

Homeland Security Investigations, a partner agency involved in investigating potential voter fraud cases.

University of Durham

1 video

One of the institutions involved in the study on masculine traits and mating success.

University of St Andrews

1 video

One of the institutions involved in the study on masculine traits and mating success.

Parthian Empire

1 video

Rome's major rival to the east. Mark Antony's failed invasion of Parthia was a significant misstep in his career.

YC Research

1 video

The original concept for OpenAI was a subsidiary of YC called YC Research. This was intended to fund AI development in the public interest and benefit the startup ecosystem.

NCI (National Cancer Institute)

1 video

Government body that Rick Klausner directed under Bill Clinton, referenced in discussions about cancer screening feasibility.

Eclipse Foundation

1 video

The foundation under which CIA and Windsurf are open-sourced.

Wonder Foundation

1 video

An organization founded in 2012 that empowers vulnerable women and girls through education and mentoring in 22 countries, working with locally led partners.

Lifting Hands International

1 video

An international organization providing humanitarian aid to refugees, founded by Haley Smith.

University of Oxford Refugee Study Centre

1 video

An institution where Julia Adolo works, managing professional placements and coordination for refugee-led research.

Bay Tree Center

1 video

A partner organization of Wonder Foundation in London that works with migrant women and their families, providing English language support, coaching, mentoring, and integration services.

Refugee Advisory Board

1 video

A board Mahadisa is part of, composed of refugees working for refugees, focusing on women's challenges, education, and rights access in Bulgaria.

RSC

1 video

Abbreviation for Refugee Study Centre at the University of Oxford, likely referring to research conducted by the center.

Jamaica Hospital

1 video

Emergency room where Jerry Colonna was taken after a suicide attempt.

Creedmoor State Hospital

1 video

Psychiatric hospital where Jerry Colonna spent three days after a suicide attempt.

Cabrini Medical Center

1 video

Hospital in Manhattan where Jerry Colonna spent 3 months after a suicide attempt.

Club of Rome

1 video

Mentioned in relation to 'The Limits to Growth' report and the concept of humanity nearing a 'cliff' due to delayed feedback mechanisms.

Pen America Foundation

1 video

Criticized for rescinding an award for courage to Charlie Hebdo.

Al-Aqsa

1 video

Mentioned as a location where Hamas leadership might be hiding or storing resources.

Sorbonne

1 video

A university where Melodoma obtained one of his PhDs.

Gaza Sky Geeks

1 video

An organization in Palestine that Appen has piloted a project with to provide work opportunities and training for marginalized groups.

IAOP (International Association of Outsourcing Professionals)

1 video

An organization based in the US that is currently looking into collaboration and guideline development for digital platforms.

Partnership on AI

1 video

An organization thinking about collaboration and guideline development in the context of people working in the AI economy.

Iron Maiden

1 video

A band discussed as an example of slow, steady, consistent growth and audience building over decades without relying on mainstream radio.

American Electronics Association

1 video

An organization where Ed Zschau served on the board of directors and chaired a task force on capital formation, leading to a significant reduction in capital gains tax.

Sierra Nevada College

1 video

A small college in Incline Village, Nevada, where Ed Zschau volunteered as interim president. It focuses on entrepreneurship, environmental science, and fine arts/creative writing.

Lambda School

1 video

A programming school mentioned by Tim Ferriss as successfully implementing an income sharing agreement model.

Jordanian government

1 video

Controlled East Jerusalem at one point and provided documents that Israeli courts refuse to acknowledge.

Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs

1 video

Framed a political conflict as a real estate dispute.

Israeli Supreme Court

1 video

Forced to cancel eviction orders due to international pressure but still seen as part of the system perpetuating injustice.

Christian United for Israel

1 video

Organization founded by Pastor John Hagee.

ADL (Anti-Defamation League)

1 video

Organization that labeled the speaker an anti-Semite, criticized for its historical and current practices including police training and surveillance.

IDF (Israeli Defense Forces)

1 video

The Israeli Army, referred to as an aggressor and accused of killing civilians.

Palestinian Authority (PA)

1 video

Palestinian leadership, criticized for 'giving up' and being subcontractors to the Israeli regime.

PFLP (Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine)

1 video

Political and military organization Ghassan Kanafani was a part of.

Green Party

1 video

Political party Cornel West is running with.

The Jed Foundation

1 video

A charity focused on suicide prevention, which receives proceeds from the sale of recreated Kurt Cobain skateboards.

Council of Elders

1 video

The ruling body of Carthage, primarily composed of wealthy citizens and merchants who prioritized business and profit.

Sabines

1 video

Neighbors of early Rome who initially refused to let their daughters marry Romans. The legend of the 'Rape of the Sabine Women' led to their integration into Rome.

Plebeians

1 video

The common citizens of Rome, who initially lacked the privileges of the patricians but were integral to the Republic's strength.

Gauls

1 video

Tribal groups to the north of Italy who were traditional enemies of the Italians. Hannibal utilized them in his invasion, and their presence helped rally Italian neighbors to Rome's side.

FTC (Federal Trade Commission)

1 video

US government agency, investigating PBMs for excess profits.

Smart Public

1 video

Organization where the moderator Lie works, focusing on global climate goals.

Up with Africa

1 video

Organization co-founded by Justin that provides digital education and scholarships for refugee children.

Grace of Light for Orphans

1 video

A charity organization founded by Nelly in Malawi that supports refugee children.

Women's Voice

1 video

An initiative founded by Nelly to empower refugee women through storytelling.

SF Systems Group

1 video

A reading group started by Jeff Huber focused on systems engineering topics.

Action for Men and Women for Change

1 video

Project founded by Nelly to increase equality between men and women.

World Food Programme

1 video

Organization involved in providing food rations to refugees, which have been reduced.

Virginia Club

1 video

A youth organization in Kakuma Refugee Camp founded by Glory Locomo and Lumpo Wallumbo to address hunger.

Geneva University

1 video

University from which Glory and Lumpo pursued online education programs.

Cleveland Clinic

1 video

A major medical institution in the U.S. that has a functional medicine center, indicating wider acceptance of the field.

The Conscious Leadership Group

1 video

An organization co-founded by Diana Chapman, focusing on conscious leadership principles.

Hendricks Institute

1 video

An institute founded by Gay and Kathlyn Hendricks, where Diana Chapman received life-changing training on human consciousness and relationship dynamics.

Intaj

1 video

The ICT Association of Jordan, founded in 1999 with the vision of making Jordan an ICT Hub. It represents the private ICT sector and works on business enabling environments, digital economy promotion, human capital development, market access, information access, and supporting startups and entrepreneurship.

EFE

1 video

A non-profit organization operating in Jordan and other countries, focused on creating economic opportunities for youth by identifying market needs and bridging the gap between youth skills and employment.

Ctex Unit

1 video

A tech female economic empowerment unit launched by Intaj in partnership with GIZ, aiming to highlight the value of empowering tech females in the workplace.

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees

1 video

An organization whose reports have highlighted the problems and responsibilities related to refugees.

Hashemite University

1 video

A university in Jordan where Dr. Ibrahim Mansoor is an associate professor and director of the career center, actively involved in programs for students and refugees.

Lyceum

1 video

A school in Athens founded by Aristotle, in competition with Plato's Academy.

Tech Ireland

1 video

An organization that Intaj partners with to connect with Irish tech companies during the Dublin Tech Summit.

Irish Embassy

1 video

Facilitating linkages with Ireland for Jordanian IT companies through meetings arranged by the ambassador.

Swedish Embassy

1 video

Facilitating linkages with Sweden for Jordanian IT companies.

French Embassy

1 video

Facilitating linkages with France for Jordanian IT companies.

Seleucid Empire

1 video

One of the three major fragments of Alexander the Great's empire, founded by the general Seleucus I Nicator, which engaged in a process of synchronization with local cultures.

American Corner

1 video

Part of the Hashemite University's Career Center initiatives, offering training in communication and soft skills.

Ptolemaic Kingdom

1 video

The Hellenistic kingdom that ruled Egypt after Alexander's death, founded by Ptolemy I Soter. It actively promoted Greek culture and established Alexandria as an intellectual center.

US Embassy

1 video

Collaborates with Hashemite University to provide English proficiency classes for students and refugees.

Museon

1 video

The world's first research university, established in Alexandria under the Ptolemaic dynasty, which brought together scholars to standardize Greek knowledge.

Jordanian Central Bank

1 video

One of the institutions with which Hashemite University has MOUs for internship opportunities for students.

WACSB

1 video

A global accreditation standard relevant for educational institutions, including curriculum development.

IBA

1 video

An accreditation standard for business education programs.

DFJ Growth

1 video

A venture capital firm that participated in Positron AI's Series A funding round.

NASCAR

1 video

A stock car racing organization where Danica Patrick previously competed.

NHL

1 video

National Hockey League, whose players' spine health and injuries were studied by Stuart McGill, and specific NHL players were aided by McGill's methods.

YC (Y Combinator)

1 video

A startup accelerator mentioned as the affiliation of the speakers, who fund and support companies.

Stanford Business School

1 video

A business school where Ollie watched a talk by an investor about living a life on one's own terms.

Cheniere LNG facility

1 video

The largest LNG export facility in the United States, second largest in the world, located in Sabine Pass, Texas.

Bureau of Reclamation

1 video

Part of the Department of the Interior, responsible for managing water and hydroelectric power, a role relevant to Burgum's responsibilities.

Bureau of Indian Affairs

1 video

Part of the Department of the Interior, dealing with tribal lands and issues, an area Burgum has experience with.

US Geological Survey

1 video

An organization whose original mission of mapping resources is emphasized as critical for understanding and developing America's natural asset potential.

Doctors for Disaster Preparedness

1 video

A nonprofit that organized the conference where Clauser gave his talk, known for climate change denial.

Meridian International Center

1 video

Toumani received certificates of completion from here for the Pan-African Leadership Program in the United States.

World Vision

1 video

An NGO that provided food support to Toumani's school for one month to assist displaced students.

Malawi Red Cross

1 video

Shadi volunteers with this organization, specifically on the restoring family links program.

Agapao

1 video

A foundation and non-profit charity co-founded by Shadi, working to reduce HIV/AIDS transmission and combat stigma.

NRA (National Rifle Association)

1 video

An organization mentioned by Sam Harris in the context of their argument that a gun is an equalizer for self-defense, a point he agrees with despite calling the organization 'odious'.

92nd Street Y

1 video

The venue where the live podcast with Tim Ferriss, Josh Waitzkin, and Ramit Sethi took place.

Educational Testing Service (ETS)

1 video

The organization that published sample SATs which Adam Robinson used to analyze test patterns.

Brooklyn Tech

1 video

One of the specialized high schools in New York City, part of a program to prepare inner-city students for competitive entrance exams.

Trio

1 video

The restaurant where Nick Kokonas first dined and met Grant Achatz, experiencing a transformative meal.

Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT)

1 video

A futures and options exchange where Nick Kokonas's mentor, Frank Zino, later traded bonds.

Colgate University

1 video

The university where Nick Kokonas studied philosophy and encountered Professor Jerome Balmuth.

Texas Public Policy Foundation

1 video

A policy organization Brooke Rollins led for 15 years, transforming it into an effective public policy advocate.

America First Policy Institute

1 video

An organization launched by Brooke Rollins and others to prepare for a second Trump term, developing policy agendas and executive orders.

Columbia Business School

1 video

The educational institution where Jack Reigns is reportedly a student.

Cooperative Extension

1 video

An organization over 100 years old in the U.S., tasked with translating research to local levels and sharing local knowledge for research. It's a federal, state, and local organization found in every county, parish, and borough, with thousands of educators and over two million volunteers.

ovaries

1 video

The primary source of estrogen production in females.

Refugee, Immigrant and Refugee Youth Champions group

1 video

A group of nine extension staff and former staff, part of a larger collective within Cooperative Extension, focused on enhancing inclusion and belonging for immigrant and refugee youth.

Reimagining Migration

1 video

A concept or organization that discusses the migration journey as key to understanding immigrant and refugee communities, highlighting the importance of the individual's story and narrative.

Migration Policy Institute

1 video

An organization whose articles on immigrant and refugee youth are cited as a valuable resource for understanding common assumptions and needs.

US Soccer Foundation

1 video

A collaborating organization with 'Soccer for Success,' a program aimed at engaging immigrant families in health, nutrition, physical education, and acculturation.

HFC

1 video

An Alzheimer's charity co-founded by Seth Rogen and his wife, focused on engaging younger audiences and caregivers.

Kip

1 video

An educational organization that Reed Hastings serves on the board of.

Pahara

1 video

An educational organization that Reed Hastings serves on the board of.

City Fund

1 video

An organization Reed Hastings is a board member of.

Sutter Health

1 video

Mentioned as an example of a well-run non-profit, contrasted with the potential chaos in public school systems due to superintendent turnover.

Denver Public Schools

1 video

A school district where the average superintendent tenure is three years, illustrating the problem of high turnover.

Benedictine Monastery

1 video

A place where the author spent a week to observe monks living an austere, hard life focused on prayer and work, who paradoxically report higher happiness levels than average Americans despite lacking many modern comforts.

Consumer Lab

1 video

A resource for third-party testing of supplements for purity and safety.

30 Tyrants

1 video

A brutal dictatorship imposed on Athens after its defeat in the Peloponnesian War, many of whose members were students of Socrates. They were eventually overthrown by the Athenian people.

The Academy

1 video

Plato's school founded in Athens, inspired by Socrates' pursuit of truth, which became a major center of learning and produced influential students.

McLaren F1 team

1 video

A British Formula 1 racing team, sponsored by OKX.

Justice Department

1 video

The US federal department responsible for the enforcement of the law, currently engaged in an antitrust lawsuit against Google.

Chuck Czeisler Lab

1 video

A phenomenal lab at Harvard Medical School exploring circadian human health behavior, considered a luminary in the field; once published an erroneous-but-retracted study on light behind the knee shifting circadian rhythms.

Stanford Sleep Lab

1 video

A research institution whose studies indicate that checking the time in the middle of the night can disrupt sleep and perceived energy levels the next day.

The Inklings

1 video

A writers' group founded by C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien, mentioned as an example of a collaborative environment for authors.

Loma Linda University

1 video

University where Dr. Seheult does his clinical work in the Intensive Care Unit and is also an alma mater, known for its Christian institution and motto to make man whole.

Zen Hospice Project

1 video

A remarkable place where B.J. Miller works, offering hospice care in a warm, familiar, and non-medical setting.

St. Barnabas Hospital

1 video

The hospital where B.J. Miller was flown to for treatment at its burn unit after his accident.

Namal and Karam Foundation

1 video

Co-organizers of the Migration Summit.

Australian Refugee and Migrant Campaign

1 video

A campaign that used case studies of a surgeon and a concert pianist to promote solidarity with refugees.

University of Fine Arts Hamburg

1 video

Institution where Anas found the 'Artistic and Cultural Orientation' program and later pursued further studies in film.

Church Committee

1 video

Congressional committee that investigated government intelligence activities in the 1970s and concluded JFK was killed by a conspiracy.

OSS

1 video

Office of Strategic Services, first secret spy agency during WWII, disbanded due to concerns about incompatibility with democracy.

Trusted News Initiative (TNI)

1 video

Conspiracy of major press organs and social media platforms to suppress information departing from government orthodoxy during the pandemic.

Alliance for Progress

1 video

Program launched by JFK to provide aid to the poorest people in Latin America and build middle classes.

adrenals

1 video

Glands that can also produce testosterone and its derivatives, often activated by competition.

The Battery

1 video

A private members club/social club in San Francisco.

Bird Street Clubs

1 video

A type of private club, mentioned in the context of various social clubs.

Kamala Club

1 video

A hypothetical club (counterpart to the Trump-aligned club) founded in the Bay Area.

Homebrew Computer Club

1 video

A historical club of computer enthusiasts, mentioned as a parallel to KScale Labs' strategy of building a community around open-source hardware.

historically black colleges and universities (HBCU)

1 video

Institutions of higher education in the United States that were established before 1964 with the intention of serving the black community. Trump reinforced and strengthened them.

MIT Systems Awareness Lab

1 video

A lab at MIT focused on systems thinking and awareness, involved in the session.

Screen Actors Guild (SAG)

1 video

Greg and other co-hosts joke about forming a subsidiary for fitness podcast hosts and presenting Eric with a union contract, referencing the Screen Actors Guild.

Boko Haram

1 video

An islamist terrorist group, mentioned as being the same brand of radicalism as Hamas.

US Digital Service

1 video

Mentioned as the IT branch of the executive branch that was placed under Doge.

Bayi-Obo mining complex

1 video

The site where a million-ton thorium reserve was discovered in Inner Mongolia.

Composio

1 video

A platform providing self-evolving skills for AI agents, enabling them to interact with applications and manage authentication.

Global Development Incubator

1 video

An incubator that launches new social impact initiatives aimed at global systems change, focusing on issues ranging from agricultural finance to anti-trafficking and migration.

Migrant Resilience Collaborative

1 video

An initiative focused on internal migration in India, incubated by GDI.

Labor Mobility Partnerships

1 video

Works on creating safe and legal labor mobility channels for workers, particularly those without college degrees, into OECD countries.

Malango

1 video

Enables students from Sub-Saharan Africa to study in Europe through income share agreements, now part of GDI's People on the Move work.

Global Fund to End Modern Slavery

1 video

Focuses on ending modern slavery, initially working at business and government levels, now evolved into a survivor-led global network.

African Union

1 video

Provides estimates on the number of jobs needed in lower-income countries, particularly Sub-Saharan Africa, to absorb the youth entering the labor market.

NOAA

1 video

The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, whose weather prediction model is contrasted with the more efficient AI-driven model from Atmo.

CGD

1 video

Collaborating with GDI to identify research gaps related to migration.

Fair Employment Agency

1 video

An example of an organization working on ethical recruitment and creating positive incentives for responsible recruiters.

Ethical Recruitment Agency

1 video

An agency in Seattle focused on ethical recruitment practices.

National Skills Commission

1 video

An organization in Australia that works on communicating policies related to skills and employment effectively.

Politics and Prose

1 video

A well-known independent bookstore, where the speaker might have bought 'History of the World in 12 Shipwrecks'.

Milton Academy

1 video

High school in Milton, Massachusetts where the speaker first learned Chinese.

House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party

1 video

A bipartisan committee in Congress that held a hearing sharing data on TikTok's content manipulation.

Imperial Japan

1 video

Controlled Taiwan from 1895 to 1945, using it as a springboard for expansion into Southeast Asia, promoting a "Greater East Asian Co-Prosperity Sphere."

The Economist Intelligence Unit

1 video

An organization that consistently ranks Taiwan as the most liberal democratic state in Asia.

MI5

1 video

UK intelligence agency that has identified cases of social media manipulation and espionage.

Kurds

1 video

Mentioned as having liberated the town of Sinjar from ISIS.

University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

1 video

One of the three research laboratories participating in the ITP.

Children's Boston

1 video

Institution where Dr. Nadeau trained in Pediatrics.

UCSF Som Project

1 video

A UCSF project collecting functional tests and biopsies from human volunteers, facilitating comparison with ITP mouse data.

The Islamic State

1 video

Same as ISIS, discussed in relation to a documentary and extreme fanaticism experienced by the Yazidis.

Yazidis

1 video

A religious group targeted by ISIS, some of whom were subjected to crucifixion.

University of Arkansas

1 video

Brandon's alma mater, from which he graduated in 2017 before entering the corporate world.

BIS (Bureau of Industry and Security)

1 video

Agency within the Department of Commerce responsible for monitoring and enforcing export controls, suggested to be understaffed.

Bob Jones University

1 video

University that lost its tax-exempt status in the 1970s due to outwardly racist policies, serving as a precedent for Harvard's situation.

Harvard Corporation

1 video

Harvard's governing body, described as operating like a corporation or asset manager.

WashU in St. Louis

1 video

University where research was conducted on mitochondria transferring between cells.

Finn Church Aid

1 video

Organization where Vile works as the Creative Industries Program Director. Also mentioned as organizing the FCA program.

Jenga Culture

1 video

A non-profit social enterprise run by Flatwell, offering training in financial management and legal awareness for creatives, and connecting them with work opportunities through the 'Aphara' initiative.

FCA

1 video

The program that provided free training in animation, which was a key reason Samuel joined due to its affordability compared to industry standards.

United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)

1 video

Released a 2020 report highlighting the value of Africa's creative economy at $25 million, indicating growth potential.

Human Needs Project

1 video

An NGO started in Kibera by the mother of the actress playing Wonder Woman, which facilitated connections for Yema Khalif.

AI2

1 video

Nathan Lambert's affiliation; an organization focused on AI research. Mentioned in the context of developing open models and research directions.

Royal Society

1 video

Influential scientific society inspired by Francis Bacon, mentioned in the context of the intellectual drivers of the Industrial Revolution.

National Opinion Research Center (NORC)

1 video

Organization that conducted the General Social Survey, providing data on self-evaluated life happiness since the 1970s.

Phoenicians

1 video

Ancient seafaring traders who adopted the alphabet from the Egyptians and transmitted it to the Greeks.

Sea Change Project

1 video

A non-profit organization focused on ocean conservation, co-founded by Craig Foster, dedicated to studying and protecting the Great African Sea Forest and raising awareness about biodiversity.

Deakin University's Food and Mood Centre

1 video

A leading institution in nutritional psychiatry, conducting studies on diet and mental health, including the SMILES trial.

S&P (Standard & Poor's)

1 video

A stock market index mentioned in the context of market volatility following tariff announcements.

Bush administration

1 video

Referenced in the context of the Iraq War and their administration.

OGE (Office of Government Ethics)

1 video

Mentioned in the context of conflict of interest regulations and divestment processes for government officials.

DOE (Department of Energy)

1 video

U.S. government department offering grants, notably for Chamath's battery material business.

Namal Quran Foundation

1 video

A partner organization that, along with MIT Refugee Action Hub, co-organizes the Migration Summit.

Syrian Emergency Passport

1 video

Omar Alshogre serves as the director of dating affairs for this organization.

Women's Health Magazine

1 video

Publication that called Shahroo Izadi 'Britain's answer to Bruno Brown'.

Front Street

1 video

Where the concept of decision journals was developed and templated.

Seattle Fire Department

1 video

The location of a workshop where the Shadowbox method was first presented to an audience, with great success.

Initialize

1 video

The current venture led by Brett Gibson.

Kellogg School

1 video

A business school where Professor Dylan Miner teaches and conducted research on workplace productivity.

Duke Medical School

1 video

The medical school Dr. Catena attended.

Catholic Medical Mission Board (CMMB)

1 video

The organization that helped Dr. Catena get his first posting in Kenya and continues to be his sponsoring agency, assisting with logistics and hospital management.

African Mission Healthcare Foundation

1 video

An organization that supports Dr. Catena's hospital in Nuba, mentioned as a source for donations.

Ardent

1 video

One of the health system customers of Ambience.

VA (Department of Veterans Affairs)

1 video

Antonio Gracias initially volunteered to go to the VA.

SSA (Social Security Administration)

1 video

The agency Antonio Gracias was directed to work with by Elon Musk, focusing on fraud, waste, and abuse.

National Targeting Center

1 video

An entity to which Antonio Gracias's team referred data, where they found criminals and people on terror watch lists.

Council of International Schools (CIS)

1 video

An accreditation agency with which Amala is undergoing the accreditation process for its high school diploma program.

Girl Power

1 video

An initiative founded by Amala alumna City that educates young people about sexual reproductive health and menstrual hygiene management.

Unity Primary School

1 video

A primary school in Kakuma visited by City, where she witnessed a girl's distress related to menstruation, inspiring the Girl Power initiative.

Juilliard

1 video

The educational institution attended by the author of the case study.

Dartmouth Tuck School

1 video

A business school where Marshall Goldsmith taught a class where he gave the example of 'winning too much' in a relationship.

Partners in Health

1 video

An organization associated with Jim Kim, where he saved 22 million lives.

St. Jude Children's Hospital San Diego

1 video

Hospital where Marshall Goldsmith and Telly Leung volunteered to teach empathy.

Yamnaya

1 video

A warlike people who conquered Old Europe, originating from the steppes and bringing about significant societal, economic, and religious changes.

Cornell Law School

1 video

Law school attended by Rich Roll, part of his conventional path that he later questioned.

World Wide Web Consortium (W3C)

1 video

An international community that develops open standards for the web, mentioned for its work on VR accessibility guidelines and WCAG.

AQLI (Air Quality Life Index)

1 video

A report from the University of Chicago that quantifies the impact of air pollution on mortality, highlighting it as more dangerous than tobacco smoke.

MAPS project

1 video

An organization dedicated to psychedelic research, mentioned for its work on clinical applications of psychedelics for PTSD and trauma.

Essentialism Academy

1 video

An academy founded by Greg McKeown with students from 96 countries.

Media Arts and Sciences

1 video

A department at MIT, essentially a 'department of none of the above,' where students in quantum computing and synthetic life could earn degrees.

Rad Lab

1 video

A group at MIT that invented radar, credited with winning World War II, illustrating how science influenced the war effort.

Lincoln Labs

1 video

A research center collaborating with a student on superconducting computers.

National Security Archive

1 video

An organization that sued the State Department regarding record preservation, involved in ongoing court cases.

Immigration Defenders Law Center

1 video

Representing Andre Hernandez, arguing that his tattoos are not gang-affiliated.

VTA (Ventral Tegmental Area)

1 video

A brain structure containing neurons that release dopamine, forming part of the reward pathway.

Harvard Business School (HBS)

1 video

Used as an example of an institution that offers hope for social status elevation and higher income, justifying its high cost and gross margins.

PLOS

1 video

An open-access scientific journal publisher where the sports psychology review was published.

Greater Good Science Center

1 video

An organization at UC Berkeley that disseminates new knowledge on meditation, compassion, and stress to a broad audience, co-founded and run by Dr. Keltner.

Digital Learning Lab

1 video

A team at MIT within Open Learning that Megan Perdue collaborates with and whose members participated in a working group.

Open Learning

1 video

The department at MIT conducting the talk and research on MOOCs.

University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)

1 video

Institution mentioned in connection with Robin Carhart-Harris's research on psychedelics and neural networks.

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)

1 video

Cited as an organization that has retained 'Colored' in its name, highlighting different historical uses of racial terms.

Ku Klux Klan (KKK)

1 video

A white supremacist hate group whose uniform is presented as a symbol that should be understood through education rather than suppressed or causing trauma.

Children's Hospital in Boston

1 video

Hospital where Dr. Spiegel had his first surprising patient outcome using hypnosis for a 15-year-old girl with status asthmaticus.

Palo Alto VA Medical Center

1 video

Medical center where Dr. Spiegel treated a veteran with PTSD who was initially deemed psychotic.

Massachusetts General Hospital (Mass General)

1 video

Hospital where Dr. Spiegel used self-hypnosis for pain control after shoulder surgery.

Society for Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis (SCEH)

1 video

A professional hypnosis society for those seeking education and resources.

American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH)

1 video

Another professional hypnosis society offering training and resources.

International Society of Hypnosis (ISH)

1 video

A global professional hypnosis society for international listeners.

Supreme Court of the United States

1 video

The institution currently considering challenges to affirmative action programs at Harvard and UNC, likely to impact their future.

St. Albans School

1 video

Randall Kennedy's high school, which he credits as the most important school for his education due to influential teachers.

ARC AGI Foundation

1 video

Nonprofit organization focused on AGI, aiming to set benchmarks for intelligence.

ARC Prize Foundation

1 video

Sponsor of the ARC AGI challenge benchmark, which evolved into a full-blown nonprofit.

OSTP

1 video

The Office of Science and Technology Policy, which made an announcement regarding zero embargoing of research.

Arcadia

1 video

A foundation mentioned as a potential funder for interim models or pilot programs for open access.

Michelson Foundation

1 video

A foundation mentioned as a potential funder for interim models or pilot programs for open access.

Weight Watchers

1 video

A weight loss program, mentioned for its community and group motivation aspect, but acknowledged that public weigh-ins might not suit everyone and could contribute to eating disorders for some individuals.

Federal Reserve (FED)

1 video

The central banking system of the United States, discussed for its rate policies and mandate of full employment and 2% inflation target.

Virgo gravitational wave observatories

1 video

A gravitational-wave observatory that, along with LIGO, detected neutron star mergers.

Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta

1 video

Cited for a report showing job hopping beat inflation for 49% of job hoppers, compared to 42% for those who stayed in their roles.

Boston Celtics

1 video

NBA team that Josh Waitzkin does 'amazing work' with, analyzing performance and strategies.

Ship 30 for 30

1 video

An organization run by Dicky Bush, mentioned in the context of receiving a job-landing DM for video editing.

Digital Credentials Consortium

1 video

A group of universities working to build an infrastructure for digital academic credentials to support future education systems.

Jobs for the Future

1 video

National non-profit organization focused on workforce education systems to accelerate economic advancement and support inclusion.

Impact Employer Network

1 video

A network of employers that JFF engages with to discuss how they can better document existing workers' skills and create internal advancement pathways.

Civitas

1 video

An organization where Ryan Streeter works, mentioned as a friend of both the host and Arthur Brooks.

Fair Plan

1 video

A California reinsurance company mentioned in the context of homeowner's insurance challenges.

16th

1 video

An agency that handles sponsorship deals for creators.

Cleo Dynamics

1 video

An organization founded by Peter Turchin that attempts to create a mathematical model of history.

Alternative for Germany (AfD)

1 video

A right-wing organization in Germany that has picked up a lot of votes in the recent European elections.

Leap Group

1 video

MIT Learning Engineering and Practice group, which applies design and systems principles to learning challenges.

National Suicide Hotline

1 video

A hotline that Google manually added as a search result to replace James Altucher for suicide-related searches.

Detroit Lions

1 video

An NFL team discussed for their long-term organizational dysfunction and lack of success despite talented players.

OnPoint Tactical

1 video

The respected school founded by Kevin Reeve, specializing in survival and evasion.

Bell Laboratories

1 video

Location where the Cosmic Microwave Background radiation was accidentally discovered during communication satellite experiments.

Austria-Hungary

1 video

Cited as a historical example of a great power weakened by spending more on debt interest than defense.

Carter Administration

1 video

Used as a point of comparison for the Biden administration's perceived failures.

Russia's conventional army

1 video

Its unexpected inability to quickly defeat Ukraine is seen as astonishing and indicative of incompetence.

PLO (Palestine Liberation Organization)

1 video

Palestinian organization, modeled on the National Liberation Front of Algeria, engaged in terrorizing Israelis.

EO (Entrepreneurs' Organization)

1 video

An organization mentioned as a potential avenue for finding mentors.

YPO (Young Presidents Organization)

1 video

An organization mentioned as a potential avenue for finding mentors.

US military

1 video

Uses IQ tests for recruitment, not accepting individuals below an IQ of 80.

Unicorn Riot

1 video

A group mentioned for actively interviewing protesters during the Minneapolis riots, unlike local news.

Iowa wrestling program

1 video

Presented as an example of 'real wrestling' in contrast to the theatrical style of WWE, highlighting genuine dedication and skill.

Peter AA MD

1 video

Website and handle for Peter AA's content and membership information.

The Lakers

1 video

JJ Redick took a job as the head coach for this NBA team after his playing career.

University of Eastern Finland

1 video

The institution where a major study on sauna use and longevity in Finnish men was conducted.

AIRC

1 video

American International Recruitment Council, an organization where Jing Luan served as president, focused on international student recruitment.

Study California

1 video

A consortium of California education institutions where Jing Luan was a founding director and chairman, promoting international education.

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration

1 video

An organization mobilizing and supporting US higher education institutions to expand opportunities and access for refugee and immigrant students.

Every Campus a Refuge (ECAR)

1 video

An organization that supports higher education institutions in the US to host refugees on campuses and aid in their resettlement.

Pima Community College Refugee Education Program

1 video

A program at Pima Community College offering free English language training and educational pathways for refugees and adult learners.

CCCIE

1 video

Consortium of Community Colleges in Immigrant Education, a resource and network for community colleges, whose resources are being expanded on the higher ed immigration portal.

Ottoman Turks

1 video

Conquered Constantinople in 1453 using cannons, initiating the gunpowder revolution in Europe; later became a dominant power before declining.

Guilford College

1 video

A Quaker liberal arts college where the ECAR idea originated, and which successfully hosted a refugee family.

Bluegrass Community and Technical College

1 video

A college in Kentucky with a program focused on career pathways for students, helping them transition from community college to their career goals.

San Mateo Community College District

1 video

Jing Luan's former institution, highlighted as a key education provider in supporting refugees, forming part of a 'four-legged chair' analogy.

Ming Empire

1 video

One of the main innovators of gunpowder armies using volley fire tactics.

Northern Virginia Community College

1 video

A community college involved in a program that supports immigrant and refugee students in transferring to four-year institutions.

San Mateo Community College

1 video

Jing Luan's former institution, where he worked extensively on helping displaced people and served as a key example of community college engagement.

Holy League

1 video

A coalition of European powers that successfully defeated the Ottoman Empire, marking a turning point in military dominance.

Holoʻai Food Sharing Program

1 video

A community program created in April 2020 by Maui Nui to address food insecurity in Hawaii, especially after the wildfires.

Amazon Conservation Team

1 video

A non-profit organization the speaker supports, mentioned as an alternative for employee firsthand experience.

IDF (Israel Defense Forces)

1 video

The military forces of Israel, criticized for actions in the West Bank and alleged civilian casualties.

National Security Advisor

1 video

High-ranking official in the US government, a role held by Zbigniew Brzezinski.

African National Congress (ANC)

1 video

South Africa's governing political party, which played a key role in ending apartheid, drawn as a parallel to Hamas.

Reichstag

1 video

The Weimar Republic, the German state after World War I.

BDS Movement (Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions)

1 video

A Palestinian-led movement promoting boycotts, divestments, and economic sanctions against Israel, mentioned in the context of critics facing backlash.

Freemason

1 video

A fraternal organization, one of many false accusations leveled against Bassem Youssef.

American University in Cairo (AUC)

1 video

A private, English-language research university in Cairo, Egypt, attended by Bassem's peers.

NRA

1 video

The National Rifle Association, mentioned in the context of a commitment contract for exercise where money is donated to the organization if the exercise goal is not met, which the protagonist strongly opposes.

Tarahumara

1 video

A Native American tribe known for long-distance running, studied for their unique approach to physical activity as a spiritual practice.

Butter Association

1 video

Hypothetical organization mentioned as unlikely to fund studies on fats due to potential conflicts of interest.

testes

1 video

The primary source of testosterone production in males.

Al-Shabab

1 video

An Islamist terrorist group in East Africa and Somalia, providing funding to Al-Qaeda.

Vagner Group

1 video

Mentioned in the context of its former head attempting a coup in Russia, and the implications of such an event.

Kyoto school

1 video

A school of Japanese philosophy that combines Western philosophy and religion with Eastern traditions, focusing on philosophy as a way of life for enlightenment.

New York City's Emergency Management Office

1 video

Authored a PSA about what to do in the event of a nuclear attack, which Tulsi Gabbard found deeply disturbing and out of touch with reality.

Segal Center for Performing Arts

1 video

A center in Montreal that David Segal's cousin (adopted son of his grandfather's eldest brother) helped establish.

Jewish General Hospital

1 video

A hospital in Montreal with a 'Segal Center' established by David Segal's cousin.

National Tallow Association

1 video

Mentioned analogously to a butter association; likely wouldn't fund studies that could negatively impact tallow's reputation.

Hekima College

1 video

An accredited university that provides accreditation for the Peace Leader Program.

Danish Refugee Council

1 video

Organization that collaborated with JWL on the Peace Leader program, providing space for facilitation.

Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change

1 video

Cited for economic projections regarding climate change impacts, estimating potential reductions in per capita income by the end of the century.

Longevity Institute

1 video

An institute directed by Dr. Valter Longo, focusing on aging research.

Global Mentorship Initiative (GMI)

1 video

An organization that provides structured, short-term online mentorship to college students, including refugees, nominated by their colleges to help them navigate the job market and build professional networks. It aims to bridge the opportunity gap for those without strong support systems.

Southern New Hampshire University's Global Education Movement (GEM)

1 video

A program that provides US-accredited bachelor's degrees to refugees and surrounding communities through a competency-based, self-paced model. It operates through partnerships with local organizations and focuses on employment and livelihoods.

Cape Le Rwanda

1 video

An organization partnering with SNHU's Global Education Movement to provide on-the-ground support to students in Rwanda.

JRS Kenya

1 video

An organization where Enos Abelle Kabelle works as the SNHU coordinator, supporting SNHU students.

Act for a Better Future

1 video

A nonprofit initiative co-founded by Jean de Dieu Ndayikeza, working with refugees in Mohammad Refugee Camp in Rwanda.

European University Institute

1 video

An institution in Florence, Italy, where Jean de Dieu Ndayikeza completed a traineeship.

NEA

1 video

Venture capital firm that provided Perplexity with a term sheet.

Competitive Enterprise Institute

1 video

An organization that sued over the use of private email for official business, cited in a court case regarding record preservation.

Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington

1 video

An organization that sued the Trump Administration regarding record preservation, part of ongoing court cases on the matter.

Judicial Watch

1 video

An organization involved in a lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security concerning record preservation.

Royal Society of London

1 video

Founded in 1660, this organization provided a platform for scientists to present and defend their findings before peers, fostering doubt and criticism in the research process.

Tiny Foundation

1 video

Funds research by Dr. Ashley Mason on heat therapy for depression.

Union Theological Seminary

1 video

The institution where Paul Tillich taught for over two decades after moving to the United States.

Long Now Foundation

1 video

Non-profit founded to encourage long-term thinking, which Kevin Kelly and Danny Hillis have been involved with for almost 30 years, aiming to build the 10,000 year clock.

Science (journal)

1 video

Indiana University

1 video

The university where Mark Cuban and Todd Wagner went to school, inspiring AudioNet.

Build AI

1 video

An organization mentioned in the context of egocentric data sets and hand tracking challenges.

Moors Cancer Center

1 video

A cancer center at UCSD where Dr. Ruth Patterson leads the cancer prevention program.

American Cancer Association

1 video

Cited for statistics on how obesity can increase breast cancer risk.

Chufua lab

1 video

A laboratory at Harvard Medical School that has been instrumental in exploring the mechanisms of acupuncture.

altMBA

1 video

An online business school founded by Seth Godin, focused on teaching leadership and marketing concepts.

Mexican cartels

1 video

Designated as foreign terrorist organizations, indicating aggressive action on national security and illicit finance.

Houthi

1 video

Assets and bank accounts of the Houthi were targeted in aggressive strikes and financial disruption efforts.

University of Aleppo

1 video

University where Rama Jalab obtained her first bachelor's degree.

American University of Rome

1 video

University where Rama Jalab obtained her second bachelor's degree and is currently pursuing her master's.

Syrian American Medical Society

1 video

Organization where Rama Jalab worked as an executive assistant in their Lebanon branch.

International Organization for Migration

1 video

UN agency providing data on the number of people living outside their country of birth.

UN Women

1 video

Agency estimating that women and children constitute almost half of the forcibly displaced population.

UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs

1 video

Provided data for 2020 on the regional breakdown of where people are settling and coming from, divided by gender.

John Jay College of Criminal Justice

1 video

University where the speaker got a certificate in terrorism studies and learned critical thinking about research flaws and data manipulation.

Harvard University Press

1 video

Publisher for a book mentioned in passing.

Stanford University Press

1 video

Publisher for a book mentioned in passing.

University of California Press

1 video

Publisher for a book mentioned in passing.

West Point

1 video

Military academy, mentioned by the speaker as where a classmate was going, contrasting with his own academic struggles before a major identity shift.

Cambridge University Press

1 video

Publisher for a book mentioned in passing.

MTA

1 video

Metropolitan Transportation Authority, where the speaker's adjunct professor was head of data analysis, demonstrating how data can be manipulated.

Islamic Society of Boston

1 video

Organization where Nicole Musalam previously served as Executive Director.

No Kid Hungry

1 video

Organization run by Billy Shaw, focused on sharing strength.

EMF Camp

1 video

A festival where Fire Pong was featured and which provided grants for the project.

AI Alliance

1 video

An initiative established by Meta and IBM, comprising over 100 companies, aimed at advancing AI.

Harvard Medical School

1 video

Where Dr. Taylor taught and performed research, and later did two postdocs in neurobiology and psychiatry.

AI education task force

1 video

Chaired by Melania Trump, focused on providing AI education to school children.

Los Angeles Lakers

1 video

A professional basketball team that Phil Jackson coached to championships, featuring players like Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal. Mentioned in the context of high-achieving teams.

UK's National Health Service

1 video

Where the presenter worked full-time as a doctor for 2 years.

Cochran collaborations

1 video

Systematic reviews, specifically by Summerbell, that found no compelling evidence for public health initiatives preventing obesity in children or adolescents.

New York Obesity Research Center

1 video

Federally funded, interdisciplinary research center at Columbia treating obesity, highlighting a historical model of rigorous scientific collaboration.

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation

1 video

Provided strategic funding that catalyzed activity and drew people into the field of public health and community intervention around obesity, despite being a smaller amount than NIH.

Bellator

1 video

Another MMA organization, contrasted with the UFC to highlight the significant impact and energy fighters experience when moving to the UFC.

William Wordsworth Foundation

1 video

A foundation in the English Lake District where David Whyte and Henry Shukman first met.

Stay Free Foundation

1 video

A foundation supported by proceeds from Russell Brand's 'Community' event, helping people with addiction and mental health issues.

Trevi Women

1 video

A charity in Plymouth that provides residential treatment for women with addiction issues and complex needs who have children.

National Reconnaissance Office (NRO)

1 video

An intelligence agency involved in satellite reconnaissance, notified of early warning data for nuclear attacks.

Jason Scientists

1 video

A group of elite scientists working for the Pentagon, known for their work on weapon systems and often subjects of conspiracy theories.

Alt MBA

1 video

An online program founded by Seth Godin that teaches people to change their minds through an intensive 30-day session.

York University

1 video

Mentioned as an example of a place where one might be a professor, illustrating the broadApplicability of the 'smallest viable audience' concept.

Acton Academy

1 video

A network of one-room schoolhouses where children teach each other, emphasizing learning through doing and allowing for failure.

Duke Medical

1 video

The medical institution where Rand Paul completed his residency after medical school.

Welcome Trust

1 video

An organization involved in funding dangerous research in China, whose counterpart, Jeremy Farrar, expressed concern about potential cover-ups related to COVID-19 origins.

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

1 video

Rand Paul mentions a bill he is co-sponsoring with Bernie Sanders that would eliminate the Federal Reserve paying interest to banks, which he links to the Occupy Wall Street movement's critique of financial institutions.

Ind Indianapolis Motor Speedway

1 video

Historic racing venue where autonomous racing milestones and yard-of-bricks moment occurred.

California Supreme Court

1 video

The court that ruled Intel violated AMD's rights in a long legal dispute.

Machine Intelligence Research Institute

1 video

The organization that published the technical paper on logical induction discussed in the video.

pineal gland

1 video

The gland responsible for producing melatonin, which can become calcified and less effective with age.

Gates Foundation

1 video

Compared to CZI's approach, with the Gates Foundation having a strong focus on translation in public health.

Biohub

1 video

A key organization within CZI focused on pioneering a model for philanthropy in science, bringing together scientists, AI researchers, and physicians.

Cleveland Clinic Center for Brain Health

1 video

Organization whose founding director endorsed Jim Quick's book.

Framework for Open and Reproducible Research Training

1 video

Maintains a list of psychological replications and reversals, and flags mindfulness for mental health research as having low quality studies and potential reporting bias.

Fatimid Caliphate

1 video

An Islamic caliphate that controlled Jerusalem in 638 AD and later, leading to embarrassment for the Christian Church.

Bogomils

1 video

A dualist religious group in the Balkans, also persecuted by the church, whose ideals were similar to Cathars.

Little Beach House

1 video

A club in Malibu where Chamath is a member.

AC/DC

1 video

A rock band whose music Matthew McConaughey's mother would play to encourage him to get up and out of bed after a heartbreak.

Franciscan Order

1 video

An order founded by Francis of Assisi, focused on humility, poverty, and good works, operating within the church hierarchy.

Dominican Order

1 video

An order created to combat Cathar heresy using intellectual and investigative methods rather than violence, forming the basis of the medieval Inquisition.

Becky

1 video

An organization that collects and repurposes laptops and other digital tools from corporations and institutions, pre-loading them with engaging and motivating educational content for displaced and vulnerable children.

Justur

1 video

One of Becky's partners mentioned in the context of their work in Lebanon.

SSC

1 video

One of Becky's partners mentioned in the context of their work in Lebanon, where teacher Asam works.

Catalyst project

1 video

A project through which Becky collaborated with teachers in Jordan to co-create and refine the Teacher Digital Toolkit.

Education NBO

1 video

An event that Rayan attended in Belgium, mentioned as a robust opportunity for professional development.

Naval Ordnance Laboratory

1 video

The institution where NiTi (Nickel-Titanium) alloy was discovered during experiments with different alloys.

Lynx Club

1 video

An exclusive club in New York where they sell wine at the price it was bought, regardless of current market value.

UCLA Neurosurgery

1 video

Collaborated on clinical trials to infuse lactate in traumatic brain injury patients, showing promising results.

Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA)

1 video

Its director accused Lisa Cook of mortgage fraud, leading to a criminal referral to the DOJ.

Zero Bond

1 video

A club in New York where Chamath is a member.

Center for Communicable Disease Dynamics

1 video

An organization at Harvard run by Mark Lipuch, focusing on infectious diseases.

Normal Quran Foundation

1 video

Co-organizer of the Migration Summit 2023.

Ukrainian House in Rotterdam

1 video

A platform in Rotterdam, Netherlands, for Ukrainian arts and culture, initiated by the municipality, which provides space and support for community projects, including an architectural school for teenagers.

Aid for Rural Education Access Initiative (Area I)

1 video

An organization working to provide access to quality programmatic interventions for children in rural communities and displaced areas in Northern Nigeria. Their program 'Fast Track' aims to improve foundational literacy and numeracy skills.

Retro Tech Archive

1 video

A secondary YouTube channel associated with the museum.

their world

1 video

A global children's charity that works on campaigning, advocacy, raising youth voices, and supporting innovative, community-led education solutions through grants and projects. They organize the Education Innovation Scale-up Awards.

Naboo

1 video

An international children's literacy organization that was part of the first cohort of the Education Innovation Scale-up Awards, focused on creating native language storybooks.

Ubongo

1 video

An organization that creates educational cartoons and was a winner of the first cohort of the Education Innovation Scale-up Awards, focusing on bringing content to learners without access to TV or phones.

Lebanese Alternative Learning

1 video

A tech-driven non-profit supported by 'their world' to provide support tools to teachers in remote areas via WhatsApp and other tools.

Clean Air Task Force

1 video

An organization supported by Ren that advocates for new technologies and policies to achieve a zero-emissions economy.

Children on the Edge

1 video

An organization supported in Uganda for its innovative cluster learning approach to support caregivers and community members in early years education.

Humanitarian Education Accelerator

1 video

An organization consulted with by 'their world' concerning supporting education innovation.

Hundred Nestor

1 video

A private sector accelerator and network organization consulted with by 'their world'.

Opora Foundation

1 video

A research organization that provided insights and research for the 'Step Aside' panel, focusing on displaced Ukrainian children in the Netherlands.

Kharkiv School of Architecture

1 video

Provided tutors for the architectural school at Ukrainian House in Rotterdam.

Valley Forge Military Academy

1 video

The military academy where Devon Levesque was a student and had to sneak out to buy food.

American Museum of Natural History

1 video

A museum featured in a video used for a Gemini multimodal demonstration.

University of South Florida

1 video

The institution where Dr. D'Agostino conducts his research on metabolic therapies.

Charlie Foundation

1 video

An organization that John Freeman worked with to promote awareness and education of the ketogenic diet as a therapy for epilepsy.

Huns

1 video

A group of steppe people who migrated west from the Eastern steps, eventually reaching Europe and clashing with the Roman Empire.

UN Special Committee on Palestine (UNSCOP)

1 video

Committee that recommended the partition of Palestine into two states, one Jewish and one Arab, ensuring full equality for all citizens.

Lehi (Stern Gang)

1 video

A small Zionist paramilitary group that provocatively proposed an alliance with Nazi Germany against the British in 1941, based on 'shared ideology.' Denounced as terrorists by the mainstream Zionist movement.

International Court of Justice (ICJ)

1 video

The principal judicial organ of the United Nations. Its ruling on South Africa's genocide case against Israel is a central topic of discussion.

Peel Commission (1937)

1 video

British commission that recommended the partition of Palestine into two states, an Arab and a Jewish one, 10 years before the UN partition plan.

Houthi movement

1 video

Yemeni rebel group supported, by one debater, for 'helping out the Palestinians' by attacking merchant ships, despite being a violation of international law.

MS13

1 video

A criminal gang, mentioned as an example of a case where aggressive law enforcement tactics might be justified.

National Center for Atmospheric Research

1 video

The institution where collaborators Patrick and Casey work; they collaborated with Leap Labs on the meteorological study.

Tang Dynasty

1 video

Considered a golden age of Chinese power and culture, it was a multicultural empire but suffered from over-reliance on generals, leading to devastating rebellions.

Song Dynasty

1 video

This dynasty focused on diplomacy and bureaucracy, adopting a policy of tribute and assimilation with northern tribes to avoid the pitfalls of the Tang. It's argued to be the last truly creative Chinese dynasty.

Abbasid Caliphate

1 video

An Islamic empire during its Golden Age, which established extensive trade networks that influenced China's economic development, particularly maritime trade.

Upwardly Global

1 video

A non-profit organization based in the United States that helps refugees and immigrants integrate into the workforce and economies.

Open Door Policy

1 video

A non-profit that trains and connects refugees to remote work opportunities with employer partners.

Senate

1 video

The primary governing council of the Roman Republic, composed of patricians.

Hello Europe

1 video

An initiative focused on identifying and scaling innovative solutions for migration integration and refugee movements, originating from Ashoka.

Peking University

1 video

A top university in China, mentioned in the context of the modern Gaokao exam and its geographical distribution system, analogous to the Keju.

Scott Polar Research

1 video

Source of machines used in the museum collection.

Center for Computing History

1 video

The museum's YouTube channel, where more machines are featured.

500 Global

1 video

An early-stage venture capital fund where Katrina To also serves as a resident coach.

Hartum University

1 video

The university where Ivana Musa obtained her Bachelor's degree in Business Administration.

St. Louis Mosaic

1 video

An organization collaborating with Upwardly Global, sharing employer best practices.

Bureau of Labor Statistics

1 video

Conducts the American Time Use Survey.

New Zealand Herald

1 video

News publication that provided a quote about 'The Push'.

Disinformation Governance Board

1 video

A proposed government board discussed in relation to combating misinformation and disinformation.

CISA

1 video

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, mentioned as part of the censorship enterprise.

ACLU

1 video

The American Civil Liberties Union, mentioned as an organization that used to protect free speech.

French Culinary Institute

1 video

The cooking school Kimbal Musk attended, known for its rigorous and intentionally challenging program.

Big Green

1 video

Kimbal Musk's nonprofit organization that works to help Americans grow food, connecting them to their food sources.

The DNC

1 video

Democratic National Committee, mentioned as having been hacked.

Trinity College Dublin

1 video

Institution where Jessamine Fairfield previously worked in John Bowling's group on nanoelectronics research.

Human Brain Project

1 video

A large, controversial EU-funded project aiming to create a simulated human brain, involving significant funding and research.

F.NG

1 video

The organization that provided the remote studio space for the recording.

National High Magnetic Field Laboratory

1 video

The location where the world's strongest continuous magnetic field is held, featuring a 45 Tesla hybrid magnet.

C39

1 video

An organization Vercel is working with to integrate decorators into more places.

House of Wisdom

1 video

Located in Baghdad, this intellectual center was modeled after the Library of Alexandria. Its mission was to collect, systematize, and disseminate knowledge from within and outside the Islamic world.

University of Al Quaraouiyine

1 video

Founded in Fez, Morocco in 859 CE by a woman, it is the world's first degree-granting university and is still operational.

Safavids

1 video

An empire in Iran, one of the three major gunpowder empires alongside the Ottomans and Mongols from 1300-1700.

NRG

1 video

A clinical trials group conducting research on prostate cancer treatments, including those involving Androgen Deprivation Therapy (ADT) and genomics.

Bronx Zoo

1 video

Where the speaker interned, gaining experience cleaning cages and working with various animals.

New Limit

1 video

Brian Armstrong's biotech company focused on longevity, using epigenetic reprogramming to restore function in younger cells.

Islamic Jihad

1 video

Iranian-backed proxy group, part of a network built by Iran to destabilize the region and achieve Israel's destruction.

CIA (Central Intelligence Agency)

1 video

US intelligence agency responsible for gathering intelligence to enable smart strategic decisions and protect national security interests.

EPFL

1 video

Swiss university where Professor Rached, a mentor to Cal Newport, worked.

The Health Society

1 video

Dr. Samson's clinic in central London focused on integrating dentistry and medicine to help patients understand and optimize their oral health through microbiome testing and other saliva tests.

Global Macro Investor

1 video

Raoul Pal's macroeconomic research service, which he used to write for hedge funds and large asset management firms.

Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program (AATIP)

1 video

A Pentagon program led by Luis Elizondo focused on investigating UAP incursions into controlled US airspace and encounters by military aircraft, emphasizing data collection from multiple sensor systems.

NBC News

1 video

A news organization that published an article by Lock Hughes about trying 'The Miracle Morning' routine for a month.

Harvard-MIT

1 video

The institution where Cal Newport undertook postdoctoral theory work in a systems group.

Walter Cronkite School for Journalism

1 video

The journalism school the speaker attended, where she was encouraged to apply for the grant to cover border issues.

Rancho Feliz

1 video

A non-profit organization in Mexico where people receive a house by helping others build theirs, functioning as a self-sustaining capitalistic non-profit.

Juarez Cartel

1 video

Referred to as the 'snoring cartel', it was in conflict with the Caloan Cartel in Juarez during the speaker's visit.

American Academy of Pediatrics

1 video

An organization that puts forth recommendations regarding children's screen time for eye and neurological development.

Journal of American Science

1 video

A journal that published a 2019 pineapple study on eye floaters, which the medical community views as not scientifically robust.

Nature Publication

1 video

A scientific publication that reported on a 2022 study showing red light therapy improved tear production and dry eye symptoms.

American Journal of Nutrition

1 video

A journal that published a study on the Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) cohort, linking Mediterranean diet to reduced risk of macular degeneration.

Indian National Task Force

1 video

Instructed doctors in India to use hydroxychloroquine as a preventative measure in late March.

Undiagnosed Network

1 video

A network of 12 academic hospitals where Zach is a principal investigator, focusing on patients with undiagnosed conditions.

Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists (OUN)

1 video

A radical nationalist group led by Bandera that emerged in Ukrainian territories controlled by Poland, seeking Ukrainian independence, even collaborating with Nazis briefly.

Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA)

1 video

The armed wing of the OUN, which fought against the Soviets into the early 1950s and is associated with the Bandera myth.

Galicia Division

1 video

A Foreign Legion unit created by Germans in Ukraine, composed of Galician volunteers, whose members later created controversy, such as the Yaroslav Hunka incident.

RLO Kenya

1 video

A country network of refugee-led organizations in Kenya that unites community leaders to advocate for refugees and promotes meaningful participation in decision-making.

Africa Refugee-Led Network

1 video

An organization for which Jean-Paul serves as Vice Chairperson, connecting refugee leaders across the African continent.

Innovation Lab School

1 video

An entity in Kakuma refugee camp where Franco Oroisa works as an ICT consultant, integrating ICT into education.

Q Motor Inn

1 video

The alleged location where Michael's father, Sunny Franzese, supposedly ordered bank robberies according to false testimony orchestrated by the FBI and witnesses.

Skills Street

1 video

Co-founders Carla and Theresa's organization that uses sewing to create livelihood and financial mobility for women from disadvantaged communities.

Crown Foundation

1 video

An organization that, along with MIT React, is sponsoring or hosting the event.

Magyars

1 video

Referred to as modern-day Hungarians, they were invaders from the East during the Viking Age.

Sheikh Mohammed Center

1 video

A cultural center in Dubai with which Skill Street has partnered, contributing to the sale of products made by the women and promoting tourism.

Goths

1 video

Mentioned as an example of Proto-Indo-European pastoral nomads, similar to the Magyars.

Jutish people

1 video

Mentioned as an example of Proto-Indo-European pastoral nomads, similar to the Magyars.

Carolingian Empire

1 video

The empire attacked by Vikings which later led to the granting of land in Normandy to the Norse people.

Nottingham Trent University

1 video

Where Nicola studied business management in company, a unique course sponsored by blue-chip companies.

Allen Institute for Artificial Intelligence

1 video

A non-profit organization founded by Paul Allen, focused on AI for the common good, led by Oren Etzioni.

Madrona Venture Group

1 video

An investment firm where Oren Etzioni holds a 'revenge of honor' position.

Philadelphia Eagles

1 video

An NFL team that Dr. Mah worked with, winning a Super Bowl ring with them in 2017.

GB News

1 video

A news channel where Dr. Malhotra discussed his concerns about COVID vaccines and his father's death, leading to a viral segment.

Royal College of Physicians

1 video

Oldest medical institution in the world, which emailed Dr. Malhotra accusing him of spreading anti-vax misinformation after his GB News interview.

British Medical Association (BMA)

1 video

Medical association mentioned in relation to the COVID vaccine mandate and Dr. Malhotra's campaigning efforts.

Rolling Stones

1 video

Used as an example of artists who were initially hesitant to license their music for commercials.

AIPAC

1 video

American Israel Public Affairs Committee, mentioned as advocates for the Iron Dome in Congress.

Basij (paramilitary force)

1 video

An Iranian paramilitary force, described as thugs who beat up protesters and act as a police force.

Knesset

1 video

Israeli parliament, a member of which resigned her Public Diplomacy Ministry role during the war.

Likud Party

1 video

Netanyahu's political party, mentioned as holding key cabinet positions and carrying out the Gaza withdrawal.

ISIS (Islamic State of Iraq and Syria)

1 video

Jihadist militant group, mentioned in the context of 'whack-a-mole' strategies.

School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS)

1 video

A progressive university in London where Louise Perry studied, which initially shaped her mainstream progressive views.

St Thomas's Hospital Sleep Disorder Center

1 video

One of Europe's largest sleep disorder centers, previously run by Dr. Leschziner for 10 years, where extensive sleep studies are conducted.

Jerusalem Foundation

1 video

A charitable non-profit supporting Jerusalem, where Bill Ackman served as the youngest chairman, focusing on peaceful coexistence and the plight of Palestinians.

Harvard Chabad

1 video

The campus Jewish organization, whose head, Rabbi Hershy, partnered with Bill Ackman to screen the Hamas GoPro film.

The Free Beacon

1 video

Media organization from which Aaron Sibarium surfaced initial plagiarism allegations against President Gay.

Navy

1 video

The organization that operates the indoor ocean facility for testing scale ships and their designs.

Hill and Valley Forum

1 video

Mentioned as an organization present at the summit.

Norsemen

1 video

Also known as Vikings, they made contact with the Frankish Empire and were brought into its sphere of influence.

Mut Love Rescue

1 video

A Belgian Malinois rescue organization that Aaron Alexander helped foster puppies for.

OSHA

1 video

Cited for a survey on worker stress and its financial impact on businesses.

New York City Police Department (NYPD)

1 video

Evy Poumpouras's first law enforcement role, where she gained early experience before joining the Secret Service.

Trump White House

1 video

Mentioned in relation to the potential survival of the Biden Executive Order on AI, indicating a shift in regulatory direction.

SSI

1 video

A startup that raised $1 billion, mentioned as an example of a less typical YC startup story, often involving well-established individuals.

Albert Einstein College of Medicine

1 video

Conducted research on activities that best stave off cognitive decline, finding dance to be most effective.

Washington Nationals

1 video

A Major League Baseball team, mentioned by Jesse for their current offseason and the host's concern over lack of significant acquisitions.

UNHCR Digital Innovation Program

1 video

An initiative developing digital inclusion workshops, potentially in regions outside the US.

University of Algiers

1 video

The institution where Albert Camus studied philosophy.

Theatre de l'Équipe

1 video

An avant-garde dramatic group organized by Albert Camus during his illness.

French Resistance

1 video

The movement Albert Camus became an intellectual leader of after the occupation of France, heading the underground newspaper Combat.

Evergreen State

1 video

Cited as an example where the president seemed to be a 'fetishistic accomplice' to rioting students, illustrating the 'shame fetish'.

Vice

1 video

A media organization that produced a documentary on Wim Hof, contributing to his public recognition.

Mental Wealth Alliance

1 video

Charlamagne tha God's non-profit organization aiming to provide 10,000 black and brown people with free therapy over 5 years.

Feinstein Institute

1 video

A research institute in Manhasset, New York, where Wim Hof underwent experiments with Dr. Kevin Tracey, who recognized his ability to influence the vagus nerve.

Radboud University

1 video

In Holland, where Wim Hof participated in a physiological experiment involving 80 minutes of cold immersion, showing 100% cytokine suppression.

National Health Service

1 video

The publicly funded healthcare system in the UK, mentioned as Ali Abdal's former employer.

International Conference on Food Addiction

1 video

A conference held in London on May 17th, where Dr. Lustig was a keynote speaker to discuss food addiction and its implications for societal intervention.

Karen Foundation

1 video

One of the organizing bodies of the Migration Summit 2023.

Microfinance Center

1 video

Organization based in Brussels, represented by Karanula on the panel.

ADIE

1 video

Microfinance institution in Western Europe, with a social mission and a focus on vulnerable populations, including refugees.

European Banking Authority

1 video

Issued statements providing guidance on refugees' access to financial services.

University of Cincinnati

1 video

Where an AI was developed that could defeat an experienced Air Force colonel in a simulated air battle.

Dutch Central Bank

1 video

Released a study over the past 100 years of 12 advanced economies concluding that loose central bank policy causes wealth inequality.

ColdFusion

1 video

The creator/channel of the video discussing UBI and automation.

University of Nevada Las Vegas

1 video

University where Michael Easter previously worked as a journalism professor.

UNLV

1 video

University of Nevada, Las Vegas, where Michael Easter taught health journalism.

Germanic tribes

1 video

Tribes from the north, including Goths and Slavs, who invaded the Roman Empire and eventually established successor states in Western Europe.

National Energy Dominance Council

1 video

An organization focused on accelerating energy production in the US to support the AI boom, by cutting red tape and increasing electricity generation from various sources.

FERC (Federal Energy Regulatory Commission)

1 video

Working on reforms to FERC's inefficient Q system to prioritize projects that matter and move them through faster, aiming to cut regulatory red tape for energy production.

Japanese Government

1 video

Committed $550 billion to finance projects in America as part of a trade deal, covering infrastructure like nuclear plants, fabs, and critical minerals.

The Comedy Cellar

1 video

A well-known comedy club in New York City, described as a fantastic venue where greats can perform spontaneously.

Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research

1 video

An Islamic research institution of which Dr. Omar Suleiman is president.

Jewish Voice for Peace

1 video

Anti-Zionist Jewish group participating in pro-Palestinian protests.

Yemen's Houthi Rebels

1 video

Attacking ships in response to the Gaza conflict, claiming they will cease activity if a ceasefire is reached, which prompted US and UK bombing of targets in Yemen.

Team Sky

1 video

A cycling team whose performance director, David Brailsford, implemented a strategy of focusing on small daily improvements rather than grand goals, leading to remarkable success.

British Vogue

1 video

The magazine where Edward Enninful is the first Black editor-in-chief, a position he discusses achieving and leading.

Dolly Dots

1 video

A hair salon owned by Edward Enninful's aunt, which served as an early exposure to magazines and a sense of creativity.

William Bailey School

1 video

The school Edward Enninful attended in Vauxhall, London, which was part of his challenging early years in the UK.

Kingsway Princeton College

1 video

A college Edward Enninful wanted to attend, illustrating his early educational aspirations before fully committing to fashion.

American Vogue

1 video

Edward Enninful worked for this publication for seven years after his time at Italian Vogue.

Peace Corps

1 video

A US government program that offers humanitarian work abroad, which Andrew was applying to before being recruited by the CIA.

V. group

1 video

A research group whose methods are compared to Size Zero, using significantly more pre-training data.

Children's Hospital Oakland Research Institute

1 video

Institution where Dr. Ronald Krauss directs the Atherosclerosis Research Center.

Warwick University

1 video

The institution where Professor Andy Potoro serves as Head of AI, tapped by Daniel Priestley for an AI Advisory Board.

Obelix

1 video

Mentioned in relation to Ugo Lawren and the vision team.

College Board

1 video

An organization mentioned as a partner of SYE, likely related to standardized testing for college admissions.

Blossom Health Foundation

1 video

A foundation mentioned as a partner of SYE.

Johns Hopkins Medical School

1 video

Provided a review that Theranos used as proof of technology, though no actual testing was performed on their machines.

University of Denver

1 video

A university where SYE students have received full scholarships.

University of Illinois

1 video

Where Dr. Layne Norton earned his PhD, mentioned for conducting studies on frail elderly individuals and resistance training benefits.

University of Saint Thomas

1 video

A university that offered a full tuition scholarship to an SYE student.

University of British Columbia

1 video

A university that offered a full scholarship to an SYE student.

Key for Life

1 video

A charity Daniel Priestley worked with in prisons, demonstrating how environment dictates whether entrepreneurial spirit is channeled towards legal or illegal activities.

British Military

1 video

Its approach to team building (2, 4, 8, 30 person teams) is adapted by Daniel Priestley for scaling businesses effectively.

Praetorian Guard

1 video

The secret police of Rome, led by Sejanus under Emperor Tiberius. They were used to eliminate rivals, demonstrating the emperor's power and the methods used to maintain control.

Painted Porch

1 video

Ryan Holiday's bookstore outside Austin, inspired by Stoic philosophy.

UCSF (University of California, San Francisco)

1 video

University where Dr. Dena Dubal conducts research on Clotho and brain resilience.

Flight Fund

1 video

The host's private equity fund, launched to invest in innovative companies working towards a better future, providing funding, mentorship, and a network.

Vanity Fair

1 video

Published an article titled 'The Dawn of the Dating Apocalypse' which heavily featured Hinge, prompting Justin McLeod to reconsider the company's direction.

United States Treasury

1 video

China's reduction of its holdings was mentioned as a relevant factor in US-China economic relations.

Yale Law School

1 video

JD Vance's law school alma mater, where he observed a debate-friendly environment in the early 2010s.

SEAL Teams

1 video

Mentioned as an example of a Special Operations unit that must be self-sustained.

Green Berets

1 video

Mentioned as an example of a Special Operations unit that must be self-sustained.

Rangers

1 video

Mentioned as an example of a Special Operations unit that must be self-sustained.

Save Our Allies

1 video

A nonprofit organization founded by Tim Kennedy that provides disaster relief and humanitarian aid.

Wadsworth Atheneum

1 video

A museum in Hartford, Connecticut, that holds the archives of Sol LeWitt's notebooks.

The Comedy Store

1 video

A comedy club where Tal Wilkenfeld found solace and a new community during a period of intense grief, learning to laugh and process her emotions.

Paper Airplanes

1 video

An organization involved in organizing the Migration Summit.

Uganda Ministry of Education

1 video

The ministry responsible for education policies, with a partial inclusion strategy for refugees attending public schools.

Refugee Youth United for Change

1 video

An organization founded by Pacifique and other refugees in Uganda to support disadvantaged individuals and communities.

HP Labs

1 video

The organization where the speaker directs a large group of people globally, working on diverse technological areas.

Environmental Health and Safety

1 video

A department or system within an organization responsible for safety regulations, mentioned in the context of a job candidate's past actions.

Socratica

1 video

A school program or movement focused on building and showcasing projects, serving as an example for aspiring designers.

Hopes Lebanon

1 video

An organization that provided an additional grant to extend the PADALIA program delivery.

Macquarie University

1 video

Institution partnered with University of Edinburgh on a program for refugees in Uganda, contributing to the Foundations for All project.

Refugee Law Project

1 video

An organization in Uganda that teaches courses for the Foundations for All program and provides psychosocial support.

Meida group

1 video

Previously developed a state-of-the-art model (1.6) for humanoid whole-body control, which Size Zero improved upon.

MIT Museum

1 video

An organization associated with MIT that discusses concepts like 'depth on demand' for engaging learning experiences.

King's College London

1 video

Institution collaborating with the American University of Beirut on the PADALIA project, contributing to MOOC development.

Uganda Investment Authority

1 video

An entity whose executive director was asked in a Mature Entry Examination question, illustrating the specialized knowledge required.

Martin Luther King Elementary School

1 video

Mentioned as part of the speaker's diverse upbringing, highlighting an inclusive and multicultural educational environment.

Boston University

1 video

Where Dr. Mo A. A. earned his MBA. His wife also attended medical school there.

Refugee Education Council Canada

1 video

An organization that Khatira Amin is a member of, advising the Canadian government on policy solutions for refugee education, especially for girls.

Royal Shakespeare Company

1 video

Prestigious English theater company Hugh Jackman aspired to be able to audition for after studying acting.

Google DeepMind robotics team

1 video

Released a Gemini robotics model that uses video generation as a simulation platform for policy testing.

Syracuse University

1 video

The university where Dara Drake is a policy study student, involved in programs supporting refugee students in local high schools.

Syracuse City School District

1 video

A school district in Syracuse, New York, a hub for refugees, where Dara Drake works on programs to empower students with various skills.

Center for Civic Engagement (AUB)

1 video

An initiative at the American University of Beirut that has started several projects aimed at refugee student empowerment and education.

International Students Overcoming War Initiatives at Wilfrid Laurier University (ISOW)

1 video

A program that supports refugee students (primarily Syrian women) with scholarships and quality education, helping them to become leaders and changemakers.

Wilfrid Laurier University

1 video

The university hosting the International Students Overcoming War Initiatives, which provides scholarships and quality education to refugee students.

Connected Learning Crisis Consortium

1 video

An organization that Gentille Dusenge is involved with, impacting peers and bringing change to communities.

Inspire Pakistan

1 video

The organization responsible for distributing DAFI scholarships in Pakistan.

Kenya Institute of Curriculum Design and Development

1 video

An organization in Kenya responsible for publishing approved educational books, which are difficult for refugees in camps like Kakuma to access.

Liberal Party

1 video

Australia's main opposition party that backed the social media ban bill.

St. John's College, Annapolis

1 video

Mentioned as the institution where Zena Hits studied the Great Books program.

Dave Matthews Band

1 video

A music band that the speaker became a pen pal with after finding their recording studio.

NYU film school

1 video

Where Matthew McConaughey's friend Rob Bendler studied.

CAA

1 video

Creative Artists Agency, where Matthew McConaughey's agent Jim Toth worked.

Team USA Weightlifting

1 video

Element is their exclusive hydration partner.

Punch Line

1 video

A comedy club in San Francisco, still active, where a famous heckling incident involving a guitar comedian occurred.

Cobb's Comedy Club

1 video

A comedy club in San Francisco, still active.

Silverun Pickups

1 video

A band Aisha Tyler went on tour with to create a music video for them, gaining directing experience.

MD Anderson

1 video

A prominent cancer research and treatment institution, with a study on testosterone after radical prostatectomy.

Metallica

1 video

A band featured in the documentary 'Some Kind Of Monster,' highlighting creative team dynamics under pressure.

BYU

1 video

University where Alex studied math and computer science.

Law Ventures

1 video

An organization co-founded by Andy Conwinsky.

Khazar Empire

1 video

A historical kingdom in Ukraine whose leaders converted to Judaism in the 8th century, becoming a refuge for persecuted Jews and forming the basis for Ashkenazi Jewry; its history is suppressed because it challenges Zionist narratives.

Good News Network

1 video

A source from which Eric found a piece of good news about gratitude journaling.

LAI

1 video

Law Institute, where Alex works, with a culture of shipping research into usable products.

University of Central Florida

1 video

The institution from which a study suggested that employees who keep a gratitude journal exhibit less rude behavior.

Leiden University

1 video

Institution where Dan Pardi researches sleep neurobiology.

International Weightlifting Federation

1 video

An organization facing corruption allegations and pressure from the IOC to reform due to widespread drug testing failures.

Sexual Medicine Society of North America

1 video

An organization of urologists and other healthcare professionals specializing in sexual medicine, dedicated to advancing research and patient care in this field.

Matt Walker's lab

1 video

A research lab (likely at UC Berkeley) that published a study on beta amyloid accumulation suppressing slow-wave sleep.

International Olympic Committee

1 video

The committee that has pressured the IWF to reform, threatening to remove weightlifting from the Olympics if changes are not made.

University of Texas San Antonio

1 video

Where Dr. Mo A. A. attended medical school.

Federal Reserve System

1 video

Created in December 1910 during a secret meeting on Jekyll Island, it became the central banking system of the United States. It is described as an independent agency with significant power over the nation's money supply.

Fireship

1 video

The chosen name for the Sanity project during the demonstration, used both locally and for deployment.

Association for the Future of Work

1 video

Organization that Albert Clawson built frameworks of best practice through.

Young Tech Leaders of the Middle East

1 video

Technology leadership program empowering refugee and conflict-affected youth from the Middle East.

Han Dynasty

1 video

Waged war against the Xiongnu people in China, causing their migration westward.

New York Knicks

1 video

The NBA team the speaker loved in the 90s, leading him to sneak into their practice.

Informed Sport

1 video

Third-party certification for supplements, ensuring quality and absence of prohibited substances.

NSF Certified

1 video

Third-party certification for supplements, ensuring quality and absence of prohibited substances.

The Art of Learning Project

1 video

Nonprofit founded by Josh Waitzkin focused on education, working with schools to help children experience thematic interconnectedness in learning.

Tampa General Hospital

1 video

A hospital where AI is being used to improve nursing efficiency and patient care in the neurointensive care unit.

AI Explained

1 video

The name of the channel or presenter.

US Nuclear Regulatory Commission

1 video

Cited for the high annual insurance premiums for nuclear power plants, though their impact on the overall cost of nuclear energy is noted as small.

American Urological Association

1 video

The professional organization that sets guidelines for urological conditions, including testosterone therapy and Peyronie's disease.

UP Health System Marquette

1 video

A hospital in Michigan's upper peninsula leveraging AI to improve communication, facility snapshots, and earlier patient detection.

Planet Wild

1 video

An environmental protection organization focused on ecosystem restoration and rewilding, featured as a sponsor at the end of the video.

Small Business Administration (SBA)

1 video

A government agency whose mission is to grow the economy and support small businesses, now allowing AI technology purchases with its loans and focusing on made-in-America initiatives.

SENS Research Foundation

1 video

A biomedical research charity focused on preventing and curing aging by researching the diseases and disabilities of old age.

Catskill Boxing Club

1 video

Gym built by Teddy Atlas that became successful, where many fighters including Mike Tyson were trained.

Georgetown Center for Digital Ethics

1 video

An institution where Cal Newport is a founding faculty member, highlighting his focus on technology's societal impact.

WHO (World Health Organization)

1 video

An international organization the speaker is trying to get to codify sugar and ultra-processed food addiction as a bonafide diagnosis.

WTO (World Trade Organization)

1 video

China's joining of the WTO in 2001 was a major transformation that led to significant economic growth.

World Trade Organization

1 video

An international body facilitating trade agreements. China's entry into the WTO in 2000, under President Clinton's decision, is presented as a turning point for the global economy and US-China relations.

Shanghai Cooperation Organization

1 video

Cited as an example of countries China works with at the UN on human rights issues, indicating a bloc that sometimes supports China's positions.

Tamama Rock Surfers

1 video

Theater company in Bondi, Australia, founded by Hugh Jackman's friend, still active after 25 years.

Habitat for Humanity

1 video

An organization Jaylen Brown was involved with, highlighting his early engagement with community and service.

International Labor Organization

1 video

Organization where Jeffrey Oola is the National Program Coordinator. Discussed in relation to decent work and social justice for refugees.