“It’s the closest thing to a rideable tsunami there is because there’s no back to the wave.” – Kai Lenny In this Portal podcast clip, Eric Weinstein discusses the sport of Big-wave surfing with professional Big-wave surfer, Kai Lenny.
“This other guy who’s taking care of himself, he might actually get a promotion ahead of you. He might move ahead of you this time. He might even move ahead of you next time. But guess what? Eventually, people are going to look at that guy. They’re going to characterize him for what he is, […]
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This essay appears in audio format at the beginning of The Portal Podcast, Episode 33. Hello, this is Eric with a few thoughts to share that have been on my mind this week before we get to this episode’s conversation. I want to share a line of thinking that many of you initially may find […]
Josh Wolfe of Lux Capital is a leading mind in the current wave of venture capitalists making waves. While aware of each other for some time, in this episode Josh sits down with Eric for their first meeting. Together the two explore various topics from comparing notes on their encounters with Jim Watson of DNA fame, […]
“If you pretend the system’s working, you’re simultaneously signaling that you’re one of the few people who should succeed.” – Peter Thiel In this portal podcast clip, Eric Weinstein discusses the slowing rate of technological advancement with Peter Thiel.