In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom podcast, Stewart Alsop speaks with Anand Dwivedi, a Senior Data Scientist at ICE, returning for his second appearance. The conversation covers a range of topics including the evolution of machine learning models, the integration of AI into operating systems, and how innovations like Neuralink may reshape our understanding of human-machine interaction. Anand also touches on the role of cultural feedback in shaping human learning, the implications of distributed...
Sep 16, 2024•59 min•Season 15Ep. 20
In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom podcast, host Stewart Alsop welcomes guest Neal Davies, a former computer science professor and nuclear engineering PhD, currently working at the Urbit Foundation. Their conversation covers a range of intriguing topics including the Deseret Alphabet, a phonetic alphabet from the 19th century, Neal’s experiences balancing generalist and specialist roles, and the influence of AI in both his work and the world at large. Neal also shares his insights on syntax, sy...
Sep 16, 2024•58 min•Season 15Ep. 19
In this episode of Crazy Wisdom, Stewart Alsop interviews Jeno Giordano, an adventurer with a diverse background in fitness, underwater welding, offshore construction, and institutional finance. Jeno shares his incredible journey, beginning with how he faced his fear of drowning by becoming an underwater welder. He recounts the adrenaline-filled moments of working deep in the ocean, from demolition dives to narrowly avoiding life-threatening situations. They also explore his transition to workin...
Sep 13, 2024•58 min•Season 15Ep. 18
On this episode of Crazy Wisdom, host Stewart Alsop is joined by Achref Trabelsi, an AI engineer at Jobleads from Tunisia. They cover a wide range of topics, starting with the ancient history of Carthage, the dynamics of the Roman Empire, and the long-standing cultural ties in North Africa. The conversation then transitions into modern-day machine learning, AI developments, and Achref’s personal journey in the AI space. They also touch on broader philosophical themes, including the impact of AI ...
Sep 09, 2024•57 min•Season 15Ep. 17
In this episode of Crazy Wisdom, host Stewart Alsop sits down with Jack, a tech enthusiast and founder of Vaporware, who also goes by Wereness on Twitter. The conversation spans topics such as Sweden’s historical roots in Viking culture, entrepreneurial spirit, and technological innovation. They discuss Jack’s insights into Swedish history, internet culture, and the origins of platforms like The Pirate Bay. The conversation eventually moves into Jack's focus on building the future of decentraliz...
Sep 07, 2024•54 min•Season 15Ep. 16
In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, Stewart Alsop sits down with Aaron Fried, founder of Dainty Diamond and former founder of a company acquired by High Touch. The conversation weaves through topics like remote work and the appeal of Buenos Aires, the evolution of e-commerce, and the challenges of knowledge management in the digital age. Aaron shares insights from his entrepreneurial journey, reflecting on how technology influences human connections and the future of business. If you're...
Sep 02, 2024•43 min•Season 15Ep. 15
In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, Stewart Alsop welcomes John Hyde, founder of Turf, to discuss the fascinating intersection of decentralized technology and virtual worlds. John shares the origin story of Turf, a virtual world built on Urbit, and delves into his experiences as a developer navigating the unique challenges and opportunities that Urbit presents. The conversation also touches on topics such as the future of decentralized computing, the business potential of Turf, and even...
Aug 30, 2024•55 min•Season 15Ep. 14
In this episode of Crazy Wisdom , host Stewart Alsop is joined by Zach Rynes, known online as "Chainlink God," a community liaison for Chainlink. The conversation explores the critical role of Chainlink as a decentralized oracle network that connects blockchain-based smart contracts to real-world data, enhancing their functionality and enabling applications in DeFi, cross-chain interoperability, and beyond. The episode also touches on the broader implications of smart contracts for the legal sys...
Aug 26, 2024•48 min•Season 15Ep. 13
In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom podcast, Stewart Alsop chats with Taren Pang, a full-stack developer with a rich background in architecture, Web3, and AI. The discussion covers the evolving role of algorithms in shaping our online experiences, the importance of transparent AI and blockchain technologies, and how tools like Urbit and Bitcoin could reshape business in a decentralized world. Taren also shares insights on programming with AI and his journey of transitioning from architecture to ...
Aug 23, 2024•53 min•Season 15Ep. 12
In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, host Stewart Alsop welcomes back Erik Newton for a profound conversation on consciousness, personal growth, and the nature of reality. Together, they explore the challenges of expanding awareness, balancing intention with surrender, and the philosophical implications of emerging technologies like Neuralink. Erik shares his deep reflections on fatherhood, the complexities of human suffering, and the pursuit of peace in a chaotic world. For more insight...
Aug 19, 2024•54 min•Season 15Ep. 11
In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast , Stewart Alsop hosts Sam Marelich , founder of Next Ventures, a company specializing in recruiting for venture-backed startups. The conversation touches on the intricacies of recruiting, particularly the differences between internal and external recruiting, the impact of AI on the recruitment process, and the challenges of scaling sales teams in startup environments. Sam also shares his thoughts on the importance of founder-driven sales, the role of S...
Aug 16, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Season 15Ep. 9
In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, host Stewart Alsop welcomes Farhaj Mayan, who discusses his work with Forma in developing Solana economic zones. The conversation, held in Buenos Aires, delves into the concept of Solana-based economic zones similar to special jurisdictions like Dubai and Shenzhen. Farhaj explains the potential for these zones to attract talent and capital by offering new legal, regulatory, and economic frameworks. The discussion covers his experiences with the BuildS...
Aug 14, 2024•55 min•Season 15Ep. 10
In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, Stewart Alsop speaks with Francisco D'Agostino, a business development expert focused on helping entrepreneurs expand into new markets. They discuss a range of topics, from the ethical implications of emerging technologies like AI to the historical parallels with figures like Oppenheimer, who grappled with the consequences of their creations. The conversation also touches on the human aspects of business development, cultural considerations in market ...
Aug 12, 2024•40 min•Season 15Ep. 8
On this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, Stewart Alsop is joined by ~tiller-tolbus to explore his three current projects: Red Horizon, Sen Chain, and Aegean. The conversation navigates through the intricacies of Urbit, touching on the common threads that bind these ventures together. Tiller shares insights into how Red Horizon is making Urbit more accessible, how Sen Chain offers a unique blockchain integration, and how Aegean envisions a new kind of browsing experience within the Urbit name...
Aug 09, 2024•56 min•Season 15Ep. 7
Welcome to the Crazy Wisdom Podcast! I’m your host, Stewart Alsop, and today’s guest is the insightful Paul Spencer of Zeitville Media. In this episode, we explore Paul’s thought-provoking ideas on the Patchwork Age, a concept he developed in 2020, which examines the breakdown of large cultural institutions and the reorganization of meaning on individual and micro-tribal levels. We discuss the interplay of technology, the influence of the 90s, and the emergence of hybridized cultural forms in th...
Aug 05, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Season 15Ep. 7
In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom podcast, host Stewart Alsop welcomes Cody Hergenroeder, a versatile creator deeply invested in product management. They explore the intricate relationships between symbolic systems and product management, discussing how these domains interconnect within the corporate environment. Cody shares insights on the role of connective tissue in organizations, the nature of memory and knowledge, and the evolving impact of artificial intelligence on society. This episode...
Aug 02, 2024•54 min•Season 15Ep. 6
Stewart Alsop's guest on the Crazy Wisdom Podcast is Beckett Dillon, an AI innovator renowned for creating the Anima biomimicry and Nexus internal knowledge map LLM models and data sets. Their conversation covers a range of topics, including the intricacies of biomimicry, the concept and implementation of knowledge maps in AI, and the innovative experiments Beckett has conducted to enhance AI responses. Additionally, they touch on the ethical and practical implications of AI development and the ...
Jul 29, 2024•1 hr•Season 15Ep. 5
In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, Stewart Alsop hosts Scott Stevenson, co-founder and CEO of Spellbook, for a dynamic conversation. Scott shares insights about his background in Newfoundland, the inspiration he draws from nature, and the impact of remote work technologies like Starlink. They discuss Spellbook's pioneering use of generative AI for legal document review, the distinctions between structured and unstructured data, and the potential for AI to democratize legal services. Sc...
Jul 27, 2024•49 min•Season 15Ep. 4
In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, host Stewart Alsop welcomes guest Leo Polovets, General Partner at Susa Ventures and Humba Ventures. The discussion covers the shifting landscape of investment from software to hard tech and deep tech, advancements in robotics and AI, and the evolution of Humba Ventures. Leo shares his insights on being an opportunistic investor, the importance of the physical world in tech innovations, and his journey from engineering to investing. He also highlights...
Jul 22, 2024•50 min•Season 15Ep. 3
In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, host Stewart Alsop is joined by Sergiy Nesterenko, CEO of Quilter. They explore the intersection of AI and deep tech, focusing on automating circuit board design, the future of hardware and software integration, and the philosophical implications of artificial intelligence. Sergiy shares his insights on the challenges of hardware design, the role of curiosity and empathy in engineering, and the exciting potential of 3D printing and remote work. Additi...
Jul 12, 2024•55 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, host Stewart Alsop interviews Kip Mock from Valar Atomics. They discuss Valar Atomics' innovative approach to creating synthetic hydrocarbons using nuclear energy, diverting from traditional electricity-based methods. Kip explains the technical challenges and advantages of their thermal-chemical process, the economic implications, and the potential impact on global energy markets. They also delve into the startup culture in El Segundo, California, and...
Jul 11, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode of Crazy Wisdom, Stewart Alsop hosts Nick Berns, founder of a software product company and a marketing firm focusing on SEO. They discuss a range of topics, including the intricacies of couch surfing while working remotely, the evolution of Airbnb, and Nick's journey in product development and AI-driven SEO. They also explore the challenges of marketing for developers and introverts, with Nick sharing insights into his productivity hacks and strategies for finding product-market ...
Jul 08, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, host Stewart Alsop sits down with Stuart Christoph, CEO of Tocwex Syndicate, to discuss the evolving landscape of trust in digital economies. They explore the intricacies of the Tocwex Syndicate and FUND, focusing on the concept of trust versus trustlessness in blockchain systems, the role of trusted identities and oracles in urban ecosystems, and the separation of infrastructure and institutions. They also touch on the implications of federalism in t...
Jul 05, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom podcast, your host Stewart Alsop is joined by Raffi Grinberg, Executive Director at Dialog. They explore a range of topics including the essence of dialogue, consciousness in robots, human progress, and the ethics of monotheism versus paganism. Raffi shares insights on the cultural significance of the divine mother, the impact of social media on society, and the potential future of decentralized media. They also discuss the idea of a fourth branch of governmen...
Jul 01, 2024•54 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Welcome to the Crazy Wisdom Podcast! I'm your host, Stewart Alsop III, and today we have a special guest, Steve Case, the former CEO of AOL and current chairman of Revolution. In this episode, we cover a wide range of topics, including Steve's early career and the founding of AOL, the challenges faced during the dot-com era, and the importance of partnerships in driving success. We also discuss Steve's transition into venture capital, his work with the Rise of the Rest initiative, and the regula...
Jun 28, 2024•57 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, Stewart Alsop sits down with Ryan Marsh, CEO of The Stack, to explore a range of fascinating topics, including the rapid evolution of computing and distributed systems, the emergence of complex adaptive systems, and the profound impact of rapid information transfer on societies and economies. They also discuss the transformative potential of automation and LLMs in the workplace, drawing parallels to historical shifts in information landscapes. For mor...
Jun 24, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, Stewart Alsop interviews Omar Shaya, the founder of Multion. They explore the transformative potential of AI in everyday tasks, discussing how Multion acts as an AI agent to perform web-based activities like booking flights and making reservations. The conversation also covers the evolution of AI models, the future of programming, and the integration of AI in coding. For more information, you can visit Multion's website at Multion.ai and follow them o...
Jun 21, 2024•53 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, Stewart Alsop interviews Delian Asparouhov, co-founder and president of Varda. They discuss the science and commercial potential of manufacturing pharmaceuticals in microgravity, the regulatory and technical challenges of space missions, the future of space colonization driven by economic activities, and the advancements in propulsion technologies. Delian also shares insights on the importance of the U.S. space economy, the potential of lunar mining, ...
Jun 18, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom podcast, Stewart Alsop hosts David Weinstein, former Chief of Staff at the Near Foundation. They cover a range of topics including the Near Protocol and its scalability, the intersection of AI and crypto, the importance of propositional truth, and the future of learning with AI. David shares insights on the limitations of technology in solving existential problems and explores ideas for a new kind of Wisdom School that focuses on holistic education and collect...
Jun 14, 2024•58 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Welcome to this episode of the Crazy Wisdom podcast with Stewart Alsop and our guest, Doria, the lead developer at Kinode. In this episode, we explore the intricacies of distributed computing, its impact on the traditional client-server model, and the evolving landscape of blockchain technology. Doria provides valuable insights into how decentralized architectures are reshaping the internet and discusses the practical applications and challenges of integrating crypto and AI technologies. For mor...
Jun 10, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 3
