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Core Memory

Ashlee Vance
Artificial Intelligence
Neuroscience
Neuralink
Biotechnology
Silicon Valley
Openai
Technology
China
Spacex
AI In Drug Discovery
Epigenetic Reprogramming
Brain-Computer Interface
Connectome
United States
Consciousness
Retinal Prosthesis
Podcasting
Aging
Longevity Medicine
Gene Editing

Core Memory is a podcast about science and technology hosted by best-selling author and filmmaker Ashlee Vance. Vance has spent the past two decades chronicling advances in science and tech for publications like The Economist, The New York Times and Bloomberg Businessweek. Along with the stories, he's written best-selling books like Elon Musk’s biography, made an Emmy-nominated tech TV show watche... more

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Most people think that the Red Bull guy Felix Baumgartner holds the skydiving record. But this is not the case.

The real record-holder is Alan Eustace. In 2014, at age 58, the Google engineer rode a helium-filled balloon into the stratosphere and th... more

Treating cancer remains a crude practice. We cut, burn and poison tumors, and we do all this with relatively little precision around both the initial treatment and our ongoing monitoring of how effective the treatment is. You show up for scans now an... more

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.corememory.com

Running a media business is hard. You’re competing for people’s attention. You must produce a relentless stream of new things that are good and different. And you’re of... more

Prineha Narang is one of the rising stars of science and the field of quantum technology.

She earned her PhD in applied physics at Caltech, taught materials science at Harvard and now has her own lab at UCLA. The lab focuses on quantum materials, no... more

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Recent Guests

Alan Eustace
Skydiver and engineer, former Google/DEC executive, space and ocean technology pioneer
Independent, formerly Google, Paragon/WorldView connections mentioned in episode
Episode: The Google Engineer Who Set The Skydiving Record At 58 - EP 83 Alan Eustace
Ben Woodington
CEO and co-founder of Coherence
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Episode: An Implant That Tracks And Treats Cancer Tumors - EP 82 Ben Woodington
Ashlee Vance
Author, filmmaker, founder/CEO of Core Memory
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Episode: Inside The Media Marvel That Is TBPN
Prineha Narang
Professor at UCLA, quantum scientist
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
Episode: Quantum Everything Explained - EP 81 Prineha Narang
Chris Power
Founder and CEO of Hadrian
Hadrian
Episode: He Came From Oz To Save American Manufacturing - EP 80 Chris Power
Jim Belosic
Founder and CEO of SendCutSend
SendCutSend
Episode: The Manufacturing Phenomenon That Is SendCutSend - EP 79 Jim Belosic
Max Hodak
Co-founder and CEO of Science Corporation; former President and Co-founder of Neuralink
Science Corporation / Neuralink
Episode: The Future Of Our Brains And Bodies - EP 77 Max Hodak Live Event
JB Straubel
Founder/CEO of Redwood Materials
Redwood Materials
Episode: Redwood Materials Has Built A Recyling Empire
Jacob Kimmel
Co-founder and President of NewLimit
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Episode: Can You Reverse Decades of Drinking Damage? Perhaps. - EP 75 Jacob Kimmel Is Back

Hosts

Ashlee Vance
Host with coreMemory branding; best-selling author and filmmaker; focus on tech storytelling and interviews with industry leaders.
Kylie Robison
Co-host referenced in intros and credits; journalist and contributor with tech reporting experience.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 107 ratings
  • Extraordinarily Authentic

    I stumbled across this podcast because, for about a year, I had been following a really good tech reporter, Kylie Robison, on Twitter.

    I found her writing to be refreshingly authentic in a sea of hype.

    She tweeted about a podcast she was part of, so I gave it a listen and discovered Ashlee Vance. Again, I found his approach to talking about technology to be genuinely authentic. There’s a real excitement in the way he shares what he’s learned.

    It’s hard to find podcasts like this where you fee... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ShaunMcDonnell
    United States2 months ago
  • My new favorite podcast

    Love the depth and personality Ashlee and Kylie bring to my favorite topics in technology and AI!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bfioca
    United States2 months ago
  • Philosophy nerd loves the show

    Hi!

    Philosophy has long pondered whether the mind is a machine, what that would mean, and how we would know (check out philosophy of mind, cognitive science, etc.). I got all my degrees in philosophy (spare me the jokes!). I've been fascinated with AI, talked about it with engineer friends, read about it, used it, etc., and this podcast has become my resource for bridging some of the gaps in my understanding of what's afoot, both globally and locally. I'm from the Bay Area and have watched tec... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    c'estmoi,jessa
    United States3 months ago
  • Indoor oxygen levels finally optimal

    This review is review is most relevant for indoor gardening enthusiasts, but hope others will find it helpful too.

    I’d been struggling for about a year with low oxygen in my home office, and brought in some indoor plants to fix the problem.

    As many do, I opted for peace lilies, but despite following every top voted recommendation on Reddit was barely keeping them alive, oxygen levels remained low.

    While looking for new tech news content I stumbled across Core Memory. I tuned in while getti... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Abbabba6555
    United States3 months ago
  • My favorite podcast

    This is the one

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tarnesen
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the hosts' ability to translate cutting-edge tech into accessible narratives.
Show draws favorable comparisons for high-quality guests and offerings beyond typical tech podcasts.
Fans value depth, practicality, and candidness in interviews with industry leaders.
Listeners praise authenticity and clear communication about complex tech topics.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#134
United Kingdom/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#50
Singapore/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#141
New Zealand/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#205
South Korea/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#238
Ireland/Technology

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Meta's AI Chief On AI Beef, New Models And Life With Zuck - EP 71 Alex Wang
Q: What fundamentally distinguishes Meta's AI stack and approach from other frontier labs?
The emphasis is on a clean, purpose-built stack with high compute per researcher, dense talent, and big ambitious bets, enabling faster progress and the ability to scale models more predictably, while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and real-world deployment.
Meta's AI Chief On AI Beef, New Models And Life With Zuck - EP 71 Alex Wang
Q: What was the first meeting like when you moved to Meta and started exploring closer collaboration with the team?
Wang describes a gradual, high-trust relationship with Mark and public figures, highlighting long-standing interactions, candid strategic discussions, and a shared North Star to democratize access to powerful AI while keeping safety and deployment in mind.
The Great Reset At OpenAI — EP 67 Sam Altman And Greg Brockman
Q: Why did you decide to buy a podcast for OpenAI's leadership?
They saw value in storytelling and communicating about AI's practical and societal implications, using the podcast to reach people and explain why AI matters in daily life and work.
Here Come The Space Lasers - EP 62 Baiju Bhatt
Q: How does he view the role of competition, especially from much larger players like SpaceX?
He emphasizes focusing on building a viable product and path to market, arguing that strong execution and a clear niche can preserve leadership even in the face of larger incumbents.
Here Come The Space Lasers - EP 62 Baiju Bhatt
Q: Did you not, when you start, think this was the best way to use your brain and spend your time?
He explains that his love for physics and math remained the north star, but the practical need to earn a living and the lessons from the 2008 crisis pushed him into finance, where he learned to apply his training to product-market fit and, later, space energy ventures.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Core Memory

What is Core Memory about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A tech-focused interview show that features deep-dive conversations with founders, researchers, and leaders across hardware, AI, biotech, and space. Episodes spotlight building new companies, scaling hardware, and navigating policy, regulation, and global supply chains, often with behind-the-scenes anecdotes and practical takeaways for builders and executives. A distinctive element is the mix of candid dialogue between two hosts and a rotating roster of high-profile guests, delivering accessible yet thorough explorations of cutting-edge technology, industry shifts, and strategic decision-making. Sponsorship mentions are common, and the format tends to blend big-picture context with on-the-ground execution stories, making it valuable for lis... more

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1. Alan Eustace
2. Ben Woodington
3. Ashlee Vance
4. Prineha Narang
5. Chris Power
6. Jim Belosic
7. Max Hodak
8. JB Straubel

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