Episodes

  • BIG TECH, democracy and how AI can make things worse

    BIG TECH, democracy and how AI can make things worse
    Sep 16 2024
    In this week's episode, entrepreneur and prominent AI researcher Gary Marcus critiques the growing generative AI industry. Marcus highlights concerns of corporate irresponsibility, widespread AI deployment, lack of regulation, and inherent flaws in AI technology, as discussed during his testimony to the Senate in 2023. His new book, Taming Silicon Valley, warns about Big Tech's potential harm to consumers and democracy without regulatory action, especially at the federal level. Learn more about the optimistic solutions and guidelines that could help shape a brighter future with AI. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jjayDaEVgFs ---- Follow Gary Marcus: https://garymarcus.substack.com/ | https://x.com/garymarcus | Taming Silicon Valley Follow Andrew Yang: https://andrewyang.com | https://x.com/andrewyang Get 50% off Factor at https://factormeals.com/yang50 Get an extra 3 months free at https://expressvpn.com/yang Get 20% off + 2 free pillows at https://helixsleep.com/yang code helixpartner20 Get 20% off your first order at https://ashanderie.com/ code yang ---- Subscribe to Forward: Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1508035243 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/25cFfnG3lGuypTerKDxKia To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    52 mins
  • Tech to Politics: Greg Kidd’s Vision for Nevada and America's Future

    Tech to Politics: Greg Kidd’s Vision for Nevada and America's Future
    Sep 9 2024
    In this episode, Andrew interviews Greg Kidd, an independent candidate running for Congress in Nevada's 2nd District. Kidd's rich background in tech and fintech makes him a prime independent source to discuss how bipartisan collaboration can break political gridlock. Kidd emphasizes the importance of regulatory clarity for innovation, particularly in emerging industries. Highlighting Nevada’s vast lithium reserves, crucial for electric vehicle production, Kidd advocates for policies that ensure sustainable economic development while addressing healthcare, women's rights, and the need for political independence from traditional party lines. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/eAi_RFQ8L_E Follow Greg Kidd: https://www.kiddfornevada.com/ | https://x.com/gregkidd Follow Andrew Yang: https://andrewyang.com | https://x.com/andrewyang Get 50% off Factor at https://factormeals.com/yang50 Get an extra 3 months free at https://expressvpn.com/yang Get 20% off + 2 free pillows at https://helixsleep.com/yang code helixpartner20 Get 20% off your first order at https://ashanderie.com/ code yang ---- Subscribe to Forward: Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1508035243 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/25cFfnG3lGuypTerKDxKia To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    38 mins
  • Mastering Market Timing: Neil Parikh’s Blueprint for Success

    Mastering Market Timing: Neil Parikh’s Blueprint for Success
    Sep 2 2024
    Neil Parikh, the visionary co-founder of Casper, reveals how he transformed the sleepy mattress industry into a booming business. Casper sold $100,000 worth of products on the first day, reaching $1 million in the first month and $100 million in the first year. From his bold leap out of medical school to becoming a young entrepreneur, Neil shares the secrets behind Casper’s explosive success, including how they raked in millions by catching the perfect market winds, focusing on direct-to-consumer sales, offering simplicity in product choices, and prioritizing customer service. Highlighting the challenges and opportunities he encountered along the way, Neil provides valuable lessons on breaking into an existing market. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Y5111j5J4u8 Follow Neil Parikh: https://x.com/neilparikh | https://www.neilparikh.com/ Follow Carly Reilly: https://x.com/carlypreilly | https://www.linkedin.com/in/carly-reilly-606ab166/ Follow Andrew Yang: https://andrewyang.com | https://x.com/andrewyang Get 50% off Factor at https://factormeals.com/yang50 Get an extra 3 months free at https://expressvpn.com/yang Get 20% off + 2 free pillows at https://helixsleep.com/yang code helixpartner20 Get 20% off your first order at https://ashanderie.com/ code yang ---- Subscribe to Forward: Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1508035243 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/25cFfnG3lGuypTerKDxKia To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    52 mins
  • Writing the Future: The Inner Workings of Politics, AI, and Identity

    Writing the Future: The Inner Workings of Politics, AI, and Identity
    Aug 26 2024
    At the 2024 Hudson Valley Ideas Festival, Carly Reilly interviews novelist Stephen Marche to explore his journey in writing political thrillers like "The Last Election" and "The Next Civil War," reflecting on American politics' inner workings and the profound impact of money on campaigns and the behavior of politicians. He also delves into his collaboration with AI in literature, which raises deep questions about creativity, meaning, and identity. The conversation highlights the challenges and insights gained from integrating AI in writing, emphasizing its technical demands and the evolving nature of storytelling in the digital age. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/w6lTjOihJWA Check out "The Last Election": https://www.amazon.com/Last-Election-Andrew-Yang/dp/1636141501 ---- Follow Stephen Marche: https://stephenmarche.com | https://x.com/StephenMarche Follow Carly Reilly: https://x.com/carlypreilly | https://www.linkedin.com/in/carly-reilly-606ab166/ Follow Andrew Yang: https://andrewyang.com | https://x.com/andrewyang Get 50% off Factor at https://factormeals.com/yang50 Get an extra 3 months free at https://expressvpn.com/yang Get 20% off + 2 free pillows at https://helixsleep.com/yang code helixpartner20 Get 20% off your first order at https://ashanderie.com/ code yang ---- Subscribe to Forward: Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1508035243 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/25cFfnG3lGuypTerKDxKia To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    47 mins
  • Understanding the World Through Economics: Insights from Freakonomics' Stephen Dubner

    Understanding the World Through Economics: Insights from Freakonomics' Stephen Dubner
    Aug 19 2024
    Join us in this exclusive interview with Carly Reilly and Stephen Dubner, co-author of Freakonomics, where he shares insights on his storytelling journey, the creation of the Freakonomics media empire, and his perspectives on various topics, including the challenges of brand management, the evolution of his podcast, and the intersection of economics with everyday life. The conversation covers how Dubner approaches complex topics like crime rates, political dynamics, and economic theories with a unique blend of empirical analysis and narrative storytelling, making them accessible and engaging for a broad audience. Humanity Forward Foundation and Freakonomics Radio are joining forces to launch a time banking initiative! To get involved, email time@humanityforwardfoundation.org. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QNPKXfJk2mE ---- Follow Stephen Dubner: https://x.com/dubnerstephen | https://x.com/freakonomics Follow Carly Reilly: https://x.com/carlypreilly | https://www.linkedin.com/in/carly-reilly-606ab166/ Follow Andrew Yang: https://andrewyang.com | https://x.com/andrewyang Get 50% off Factor at https://factormeals.com/yang50 Get an extra 3 months free at https://expressvpn.com/yang Get 20% off + 2 free pillows at https://helixsleep.com/yang code helixpartner20 ---- Subscribe to Forward: Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1508035243 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/25cFfnG3lGuypTerKDxKia To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    59 mins
  • The Human-Centered Economy: How Time Banking Can Change the World

    The Human-Centered Economy: How Time Banking Can Change the World
    Aug 12 2024
    In this episode, Andrew and Freakonomics Radio's Stephen Dubner explore the concept of Time Banking, a system where time is used as currency to exchange services within communities, promoting human interaction and communal support without relying on money. Andrew discusses the mechanics of Time Banking, where participants can offer services like tutoring in exchange for time credits, which can then be used to receive other services. Despite its historical roots dating back to the early 19th century and its presence in 42 countries, Time Banking remains a niche concept with around 40,000 active members globally. Could Time Banking help revive community engagement by making service more rewarding? Starting with local communities like New York City, can we grow it into a viable system that generates trillions of dollars in value by tapping into underutilized human resources in areas such as healthcare, education, and community services? Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-grYauPdJaI Humanity Forward Foundation and Freakonomics Radio are joining forces to launch a time banking initiative! To get involved, email time@humanityforwardfoundation.org. Follow Stephen Dubner: https://x.com/dubnerstephen | https://x.com/freakonomics Follow Andrew Yang: https://andrewyang.com | https://x.com/andrewyang Get 50% off Factor at https://factormeals.com/yang50 Get an extra 3 months free at https://expressvpn.com/yang Get 20% off + 2 free pillows at https://helixsleep.com/yang code helixpartner20 Get 20% off your first order at https://ashanderie.com/ code yang ---- Subscribe to Forward: Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1508035243 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/25cFfnG3lGuypTerKDxKia To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    33 mins
  • Ask Andrew Anything: Special Q&A Episode

    Ask Andrew Anything: Special Q&A Episode
    Aug 5 2024
    Join Andrew Yang and producer Daniel Fabelo in this special Q&A episode as they tackle pressing political issues, share insights on the Forward Party's innovative approach to solving problems, and discuss the future of Ranked Choice Voting and Universal Basic Income. Get Andrew's take on the current political landscape, the critical need for reform, and the transformative potential of AI. Email your voice memos and questions to mailbag@andrewyang.com to hear your questions answered on the next Q&A episode! Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uPtW3KOFl7Y Follow Daniel Fabelo: https://www.danielfabelo.com/ | https://twitter.com/daniel_fabelo | https://www.elgatofeomovie.com/ Follow Andrew Yang: https://andrewyang.com | https://twitter.com/andrewyang Get 50% off Factor at https://factormeals.com/yang50 Get an extra 3 months free at https://expressvpn.com/yang Get 20% off + 2 free pillows at https://helixsleep.com/yang code helixpartner20 Get 20% off your first order at https://ashanderie.com/ code yang ---- Subscribe to Forward: Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1508035243 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/25cFfnG3lGuypTerKDxKia To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    52 mins
  • The Future of Community Investment

    The Future of Community Investment
    Jul 29 2024
    Meet Nick Tommarello, the visionary founder and CEO of Wefunder, to explore the world of community investment and equity crowdfunding. Wefunder empowers startups by allowing everyday people to invest as little as $100 in high-growth businesses, breaking down traditional barriers and democratizing access to entrepreneurial success. In this conversation, you'll learn about the regulatory challenges and triumphs, and the inspiring success stories of startups that have flourished thanks to community support. Nick shares the importance of compliance, the role of the community in investment decisions, and the future of democratized entrepreneurship. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or an investor looking for new opportunities, Wefunder is transforming the way we think about investment, community, and the future of startups. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vWYn_C9PuGw Follow Nick Tommarello: https://twitter.com/nicktommarello | https://wefunder.com/ Follow Andrew Yang: https://andrewyang.com | https://twitter.com/andrewyang Get 50% off Factor at https://factormeals.com/yang50 Get an extra 3 months free at https://expressvpn.com/yang Get 20% off + 2 free pillows at https://helixsleep.com/yang code helixpartner20 ---- Subscribe to Forward: Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1508035243 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/25cFfnG3lGuypTerKDxKia To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    45 mins