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AI Podcasts

October 27, 2025

AI can learn logic. But can it learn folklore knowledge? - Svetlana Jitomirskaya

Epoch AI

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. Folklore Knowledge is AI’s Next Frontier. The true test for advanced AI in abstract fields is not solving problems from a textbook but acquiring the unwritten, intuitive knowledge that experts possess.
  2. Automated Proof Verification Will Reshape Research. Within years, tools like Lean, powered by AI translators, will create a verifiable database of all mathematics, fundamentally changing how papers are published and refereed.
  3. Human + Machine is the New Paradigm. AI will become an indispensable assistant, automating routine work and pushing mathematicians to focus on what humans still do best: true creativity and formulating entirely new models.
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October 27, 2025

AI can learn logic. But can it learn folklore knowledge? - Svetlana Jitomirskaya

Epoch AI

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. **The "Folklore" Bottleneck:** AI's primary limitation isn't complex logic but its inability to access uncodified, expert intuition—the "folklore" that guides human problem-solving.
  2. **Automation Breeds Creativity:** As AI handles routine calculations and arguments, the value of human mathematicians will shift entirely to creative and abstract thinking, raising the bar for what constitutes a meaningful contribution.
  3. **Proof Verification Is the Next Revolution:** The most immediate and profound change in mathematics will be AI-driven, formally verified proofs, which will guarantee correctness and reshape the entire publishing and peer-review landscape.
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October 27, 2025

AI can learn logic. But can it learn folklore knowledge? - Svetlana Jitomirskaya

Epoch AI

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. AI's Next Frontier is Unwritten Knowledge. AI has mastered logic, but its true test is acquiring the implicit, "folklore" knowledge that experts use intuitively but rarely write down.
  2. Human Mathematicians Will Become Purely Creatives. As AI automates routine calculations and arguments, the role of a mathematician will shift entirely to high-level abstraction, creative problem formulation, and intuition.
  3. Formal Verification Will Revolutionize Publishing. The combination of AI translators and formal proof assistants like Lean will soon make it possible to automatically verify all mathematical papers, fundamentally changing how research is validated and published.
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October 25, 2025

The Universal Hierarchy of Life - Prof. Chris Kempes [SFI]

Machine Learning Street Talk

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. Life is a Process, Not a Substance. Stop defining life by its carbon-based hardware. The most fundamental properties of life are functional and informational processes that can manifest on any substrate, including human minds (culture) or silicon (AI).
  2. Physics is the Great Equalizer. While the universe may teem with diverse biochemistries, all life is governed by the same physical constraints. These universal laws make life predictable at a macro level, creating evolutionary targets and forcing convergent solutions.
  3. Evolutionary Leaps Aren't Random. Major transitions in life’s complexity, like the emergence of multicellularity, are often responses to hitting a hard physical wall, frequently triggered by radical environmental change. Evolution innovates most profoundly when its back is against the wall.
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October 24, 2025

Hash Rate - Ep 139 - Sundae Bar: Subnet 121

Hash Rate pod - Bittensor $TAO & Subnets

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. The "App Store" for AI Has Arrived. Sundae Bar isn't just a subnet; it's a full-stack business aiming to be the Shopify for AI agents, handling everything from discovery and custom builds to payments and monetization.
  2. They Cracked the Custom Agent Puzzle. By integrating Leta Evals, Sundae Bar bypasses the need for a standardized benchmark. It can objectively grade bespoke agents, ensuring clients get high-quality, useful tools instead of gamed outputs.
  3. Main Street Meets Crypto. As a publicly listed company with a CEO from Red Bull, Sundae Bar is built to bridge the gap between complex AI infrastructure and real-world business needs, making it one of the most compelling vehicles for mainstream adoption in the Bittensor ecosystem.
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October 24, 2025

Why This Bull Market Feels Like a Bear! Downtober Explained

Bankless

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. Altcoin Malaise Defines Sentiment: The real temperature check of the market isn't Bitcoin's price, but the performance of the "middle of the market." As long as altcoins lag, bearish sentiment will persist, even in a technical bull run.
  2. Gold's Rally is Bitcoin's Prologue: Watch the flow of capital into gold. As central banks de-dollarize and a staggering $7.5 trillion sits in money market funds, gold is the first stop. Bitcoin is the next logical destination for that capital seeking a digitally native, debasement-resistant asset.
  3. AI Agents Need Crypto Wallets: The convergence is here. AI models are already competing in trading competitions on-chain, and platforms like Coinbase are building the infrastructure (X42, MCP wallets) for AI agents to hold and spend crypto, creating a new machine-to-machine economy.
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October 23, 2025

Waiting for AI's phase change in mathematics - Ravi Vakil

Epoch AI

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. **Wait for the "Wow" Moment.** Don't be fooled by incremental progress. The true AI revolution in math will be a qualitative "phase change"—a sudden leap in creative reasoning, not just better computation.
  2. **Think Native, Not Fluent.** The deepest impact will come from the next generation of mathematicians who use AI as a native language, not a retrofitted tool.
  3. **Value Understanding Over Proof.** The ultimate measure of AI's success in mathematics won't be its ability to solve problems, but its capacity to generate genuine "epiphanies" and deepen human understanding.
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October 23, 2025

Marc Andreessen & Amjad Masad on “Good Enough” AI, AGI, and the End of Coding

a16z

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. English is the New Programming Language. The era of wrestling with boilerplate code is ending. AI agents are empowering anyone to build software with natural language, transforming creative ideas directly into functional products.
  2. Autonomous Agents Are Already Here. Coherent, multi-hour task execution is now possible thanks to verification loops and multi-agent systems. Expect agents to soon handle entire development workflows with minimal human oversight.
  3. We’re Trapped in a "Good Enough" AGI Loop. The explosion of value in verifiable domains like coding is creating a powerful economic incentive to perfect narrow AI. This risks trapping us in a local maximum, delaying the quest for true, generalized intelligence.
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October 22, 2025

Why Creativity Will Matter More Than Code | Kevin Rose and Anish Acharya

a16z

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. Creativity Over Code: As AI handles the "how" of software development, the most valuable skill will be the "what" and "why." The future belongs to creative orchestrators who can guide AI to build novel, emotionally resonant products.
  2. Invest in the Weird: The biggest consumer opportunities are born from ideas that initially seem odd or socially awkward. For investors and builders, the willingness to be embarrassed is a prerequisite for creating something truly new.
  3. From Intellect to Emotion: For 40 years, technology has focused on optimizing our minds and productivity. The next wave of AI-powered applications will focus on augmenting our emotional lives, from companionship to creativity.
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Crypto Podcasts

March 28, 2025

Live From DAS: Tokenizing the World - Institutions Enter the Arena | Carlos & Marc

0xResearch

Crypto

Key Takeaways:


1. Regulation is the Bottleneck: Tech is ready, but clear legal frameworks (especially in the US) are essential before tokenization moves beyond niche use cases and costly digital twins.
2. Private Equity & Illiquid Assets Are Prime RWA Candidates: The biggest gains from tokenization lie in bringing liquidity and transparency to markets like private equity, private credit, and niche commodities (e.g., whiskey NFTs).
3. Exposure Beyond Tokens: Consider exposure via stablecoin yield protocols (e.g., Ethena's USDe offering high, accessible yield), money markets benefiting from stablecoin inflows, or even public equities of traditional firms effectively integrating blockchain.

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March 24, 2025

Buy The Dip Or Sell The Rip? | Felix Jauvin

1000x Podcast

Crypto

Key Takeaways:

  1. Bitcoin remains a strong long-term investment due to increasing institutional adoption and its potential as a global, non-sovereign asset.
  2. Macroeconomic trends, particularly those driven by political decisions, significantly influence Bitcoin's price.
  3. The altcoin market needs a fundamental shift away from speculative trading towards projects with genuine utility and long-term value propositions.
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March 24, 2025

How To Position For 2025 | Jonah Van Bourg & Avi Felman LIVE from DAS

Forward Guidance

Crypto

Key Takeaways:

  1. The crypto market is bifurcating, with institutions favoring Bitcoin for the long term while retail interest in altcoins wanes.
  2. Macroeconomic uncertainty under Trump creates volatility but also opportunities for Bitcoin investors.
  3. Bitcoin’s decentralized nature positions it as a key asset in an increasingly multipolar world.
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March 24, 2025

From Techno-Optimism to Memecoins: What Happened to Crypto?

The DCo Podcast

Crypto

Key Takeaways:

  1. The crypto landscape has shifted dramatically from its idealistic beginnings to a more financially driven environment.
  2. While the rise of memecoins and speculation has tempered the initial techno-optimism, there's still significant development happening.
  3. The future of crypto hinges on the continued efforts of the "builders," who maintain a belief in the transformative power of blockchain technology.
  4. The initial promise of crypto was about technological disruption, not just financial gains.
  5. The current focus on memecoins and speculation represents a departure from this original vision.
  6. The continued presence of "builders" suggests that the potential for positive change still exists within the crypto space.
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March 24, 2025

Live From DAS: JitoSOL, Staked ETFs, and the Future of Solana Governance | Lucas Bruder

0xResearch

Crypto

Key Takeaways:

  1. Regulatory clarity is improving, with a potential shift towards more constructive dialogue between regulators and the crypto industry.
  2. Staked ETFs are on the horizon, offering investors a superior product compared to existing non-staking ETFs.
  3. Solana's governance is evolving but requires further development to ensure adequate staker representation and participation.
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March 24, 2025

What It Takes To Build In Crypto | Stani Kulechov & Jack O'Holleran

Empire

Crypto

Key Takeaways:

  1. Building in crypto presents unique challenges related to novel tech, tokenomics, and community dynamics.
  2. Successful founders must balance long-term vision with the fast-paced, narrative-driven nature of the market.
  3. Capital efficiency is becoming increasingly important, with community fundraising offering a powerful alternative to traditional VC rounds.
  4. Crypto founders face a triple threat: building the product, managing tokenomics, and running a community like a rock band. Buckle up.
  5. Tokens can be a blessing and a curse.  Nail the community aspect and you’ve got a rocket. Mess it up and it’s a dumpster fire.
  6. Raise smart, not big. Find investors who get it, not just those who write checks.  Community rounds might be your secret weapon.
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