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Elon Musk
businessman and entrepreneur (born 1971)
Companies & Ventures
Common Themes
Notable Quotes
“Apple is behaving in a manner that makes it impossible for any AI company besides OpenAI to reach number one in the Apple store, which is unequivocally anti-trust violation.”
“The question that I sort of was wondering about is will civilization will the civilizational arc continue to ascend such that we can make Mars self-sustaining before the civilizational arc descends.”
“OpenAI needs to change its name to closed for maximum profit AI.”
“My fundamental concern with how much voting control I have at Tesla is if I build this enormous robot army. Can I just be ousted in the future? I don't feel comfortable building that robot army if I don't have at least influence over it.”
Videos Mentioning Elon Musk
David Kipping: Alien Civilizations and Habitable Worlds | Lex Fridman Podcast #355
Lex Fridman
Cited for his statement that there's a billion-to-one chance we don't live in a simulation, a statement Kipping analyzes through Bayesian conditional probability.
Inflated GDP?, Google earnings, How the media lost trust, Rogan/Trump search controversy, Election!
All-In Podcast
Mentioned as possibly collaborating on a 'Department of Government Efficiency' project to identify $2 trillion in savings.
Final Thoughts on the 2024 Presidential Election: A Conversation with Mark Cuban (Episode #390)
Sam Harris
Entrepreneur and CEO, mentioned for his influence in the business community, his support for Trump, his conservative views on immigration and 'wokeism', and his behavior on X (formerly Twitter).
Markets turn Trump, Long rates spike, Election home stretch, Influencer mania, Saving Starbucks
All-In Podcast
Mentioned as someone who could streamline government spending and regulation, potentially offering a valuable 'ab test' for efficiency.
Hurricane fallout, AlphaFold, Google breakup, Trump surge, VC giveback, TikTok survey
All-In Podcast
Mentioned indirectly through Kitty Hawk's investment in EVs. Formerly associated with Google's projects.
The Politics of Risk: A Conversation with Nate Silver (Episode #389)
Sam Harris
Mentioned as a figure from Silicon Valley, potentially influential in elections, and discussed in relation to his political shifts and reaction to 'wokeness'.
How to Thrive in an AI World, Tips for Life’s Darkest Hours, & The Art of Sabbaticals (4K)
Tim Ferriss
Owner of X (formerly Twitter), mentioned for his platform's use of a redirect service to insert delays for certain media links, an example of invisible competition.
MrBeast: Future of YouTube, Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram | Lex Fridman Podcast #351
Lex Fridman
Entrepreneur and owner of Twitter, referenced for his fast-moving approach to social media and for discussing longevity.
From Scallop Kingpin to Selling 8-Figure Domains (4K)
Tim Ferriss
The owner of X.com, one of the three grandfathered single-letter .com domains.
Politics & Power: A Conversation with Rahm Emanuel (Episode #387)
Sam Harris
Discussed as a prominent public figure with a large platform who has become a single-issue voter on cultural war topics, influencing opinions.
Yuval Noah Harari: Free Speech, Institutional Distrust, & Social Order | Making Sense #386
Sam Harris
Cited as a contemporary figure, along with Donald Trump, embodying a distrust in institutions and advocating for fundamental change.
The 4 Hobbies that Improved my Life
Ali Abdaal
His approach to building rockets for SpaceX, by breaking down complex problems into components and cost analysis, is used as an analogy for cracking open 'black box' skills.
Michael Malice: Christmas Special | Lex Fridman Podcast #347
Lex Fridman
His actions with Twitter, particularly releasing the 'Twitter Files' and prioritizing child pornography removal, are greatly admired for promoting transparency.
Coffeezilla: SBF, FTX, Fraud, Scams, Fake Gurus, Money, Fame, and Power | Lex Fridman Podcast #345
Lex Fridman
CEO of Twitter, mentioned for opening the 'Twitter files' to journalists, contributing to a discussion about transparency in tech and politics.
249 ‒ How the brain works, Andrew’s fascinating backstory, improving scientific literacy, and more
Peter Attia MD
Used as an example of someone driven by a desire for something (going to Mars) rather than avoidance, illustrating a key principle of creative advancement.
Mark Cuban: Love/Hate Relationship with Trump, Why He's Backing Kamala Harris
All-In Podcast
CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, mentioned in relation to Starlink, his approach to efficiency, and his ownership of X (Twitter).
Roger Gracie: Greatest Jiu Jitsu Competitor of All Time | Lex Fridman Podcast #343
Lex Fridman
Mentioned as an example of a successful individual who exemplifies the 'never quit' attitude.
Jake Loosararian, Gecko Robotics | All-In Summit 2024
All-In Podcast
Mentioned in the context of his vision for the widespread use of humanoid robots, which Jake Loosararian believes will primarily be in industrial settings.
Why is everyone suddenly neurodivergent?
Sabine Hossenfelder
Entrepreneur who has stated he has Asperger's syndrome.
Where Are the Grown-Ups? (Episode #383)
Sam Harris
Owner of X (formerly Twitter), criticized for his platform's algorithm that promotes divisive and harmful content, and for his own controversial tweets. His actions are seen as contributing to a decline in public discourse and potentially increasing racism.
Tekedra Mawakana | All-In Summit 2024
All-In Podcast
CEO of Tesla, known for his stance against using LiDAR in autonomous driving systems.
The Cure To A Mediocre Life: 3 Unexpected Ideas To Reinvent Your Life | Cal Newport
Cal Newport
Entrepreneur mentioned in the context of companies seeking to monetize user attention.
The Random Show with Tim Ferriss & Kevin Rose — Affordable Luxuries, Brain Stimulation, and More!
Tim Ferriss
Entrepreneur and CEO of Tesla, who was a guest on Kevin Rose's podcast when Tesla's stock was much lower, and whom Kevin hopes to have back on the show.
When Life Gets Hard: 12 Stoic Lessons To Change Your Life Before 2024 | Cal Newport
Cal Newport
Tech entrepreneur featured in a biography discussing a large life insurance policy taken out during the early days of PayPal.