Rubik's Cube

Ilya Sutskever: Deep Learning | Lex Fridman Podcast #94

Lex Fridman

A 3D combination puzzle that was solved by a robot hand trained entirely in simulation, demonstrating successful sim-to-real transfer with deep learning.

The Most Misunderstood Concept in Physics

Veritasium

From $2 Billion to Nothing - The Rise and Fall of Atari

ColdFusion

Another iconic toy inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame alongside the Atari 2600.

What Magic & Mind Reading Reveal About the Brain | Asi Wind

Andrew Huberman

A puzzle that Asi Wind practiced for a routine, highlighting his dedication to skill development.

Joe Liemandt: The Future of Education is Better Than You Think

The Knowledge Project Podcast

Used as a quantifiable metric for measuring 'grit' and problem-solving skills, with every third grader at Alpha School being able to complete one.

The Engineer Who Runs a $25B Company | Mario Harik

The Knowledge Project Podcast

A puzzle that Mario Harik and his kids attempted to solve with a programmed robotic arm, as an outdoor activity.