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Utopia or dystopia? It’s up to us.In the 21st century, powerful technologies have been appearing at a breathtaking pace—related to the internet, artificial intelligence, genetic engineering, and more. They have amazing potential upsides, but we can’t ignore the serious risks that come with them.Brave New Planet is a podcast that delves deep into the most exciting and challenging scientific frontie... more

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Kay LeCoe
Local coal industry community member and former administrator of Defend Bizman
Coal industry community group
Episode: Episode 1: Netizens Assemble from Drilled: The Propagandist
Dr. George Newman
Professor of organizational behavior at the Rotman School of Management
University of Toronto
Episode: The Surprising Science of Creativity (with Dr. George Newman) from The Happiness Lab
Dr. Maya Shankar
Psychologist and host of A Slight Change of Plans
Episode: How to Experience the Joy of Giving Right Now: A Giving Tuesday Special from The Happiness Lab
Katie Milkman
Professor at Wharton School and host of Choiceology
Wharton School
Episode: How to Experience the Joy of Giving Right Now: A Giving Tuesday Special from The Happiness Lab
Tim Harford
Respected journalist and economist
Cautionary Tales
Episode: How to Experience the Joy of Giving Right Now: A Giving Tuesday Special from The Happiness Lab
JR Martinez
Army veteran and host of Medal of Honor
Episode: How to Experience the Joy of Giving Right Now: A Giving Tuesday Special from The Happiness Lab
Michael Lewis
Best-selling author and host of Against the Rules
Episode: How to Experience the Joy of Giving Right Now: A Giving Tuesday Special from The Happiness Lab
Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
Secretary of Health and Human Services
Episode: Preview: Into the Scatterbrained Minds of Team Revisionist History
Jan-Emmanuel De Neve
Professor of Economics and Behavioral Science at the University of Oxford and Editor of the World Happiness Report
University of Oxford
Episode: The Harms of Eating Alone: An International Day of Happiness Special from The Happiness Lab

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Eric Lander
Host of Brave New Planet; Broad Institute scientist and public communicator

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 619 ratings
  • Never too old to learn …

    So much to consider ! This is an outstanding podcast . It’s engaging and fascinating stuff ! Great host, great guests !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gillgeordie
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Highly recommended!

    Insightful, incredibly relevant and inspiring at the same time. I am looking forward to many more episodes and topics. Thanks Eric Lander for doing this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Natalie Jaeger
    Germany5 years ago
  • Thank you for telling me what to think.

    Podcast Addict
    1
    Peter R.
    5 years ago
  • Stewardship

    An amazing podcast that will stir you to take ownership of this planet that we all share and want to leave behind as a healthy planet for the generations coming after us . Thank you for doing this .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lololullaby
    United States5 years ago
  • Interesting idea, but…

    This podcast is an interesting idea and could be great. But the editing is not good and the hosting is hard to stand. Pleases get a voice coach or you should change the host. Very irritating and ruins the podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Max10207
    United States6 years ago

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Episode 1: Netizens Assemble from Drilled: The Propagandist
Q: What did you find about the origins of Netizens for Progress and Justice?
Netizens emerged as a counterweight to pro-movement media, presenting themselves as trusted locals and friends while promoting a narrative that Indigenous-led activism was misrepresented and funded by outsiders.
The Surprising Science of Creativity (with Dr. George Newman) from The Happiness Lab
Q: Why isn't this a good idea?
Thinking outside the box can be counterproductive; using constraints can lead to discovery.
The Surprising Science of Creativity (with Dr. George Newman) from The Happiness Lab
Q: How do we know that?
A major source of creativity is exposure to outside information which sparks new ideas.
IBM CEO Arvind Krishna: Creating Smarter Business with AI and Quantum
Q: Was the acquisition of Red Hat your most misunderstood decision?
Krishna discusses the initial skepticism surrounding the acquisition, which he believes is now seen as one of IBM's best strategic moves.
IBM CEO Arvind Krishna: Creating Smarter Business with AI and Quantum
Q: What's the most significant bottleneck in the development of AI?
Krishna believes that LLMs may not lead to super intelligence or AGI, and highlights the need for innovative solutions in knowledge representation.

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Brave New Planet features in-depth conversations about powerful technologies and their societal implications, often centering on science, policy, and governance. Episodes frequently cover topics like AI, genetic engineering, climate tech, and the ethics of rapid innovation, with guests drawn from academia, journalism, business, and public policy. The show tends to explore the trade-offs, governance challenges, and real-world impacts of new technologies, often merging rigorous scientific discussion with thoughtful storytelling. Noteworthy strengths include high-profile expert guests, clear explanations of complex topics, and a bias toward examining the broader consequences for society and interdisciplinary collaboration.

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2. Dr. George Newman
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5. Tim Harford
6. JR Martinez
7. Michael Lewis
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