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Rational Optimist Podcast

Dan Steinhart
Innovation
Nuclear Energy
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Clean Energy
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Self-Driving Cars
Nuclear Power
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American Manufacturing
The American Dream
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Waymo
Premature Babies
Regulation
Deregulation
University Of Austin
Free Speech

Say no to fearmongering and join us every Friday for the Rational Optimist Podcast. You'll discover incredible things happening that everyone should know but most people don't... from the revival of supersonic flight and nuclear power, to the revolution in biotech now underway. You'll also get authentic opinions on today's headlines from the perspective of two guys (Stephen McBride and Dan Steinha... more

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For 50 years, nuclear power has meant billion-dollar cost overruns and decade-long delays. That's about to change. Valar Atomics founder Isaiah Taylor joins us to reveal how his company is rebooting the entire industry by manufacturing small, safe re... more

For decades, "Made in China" was the default setting for the global economy. That era is over. In this episode, Atomic Industries founder Aaron Slodov explains why globalization has failed and how the great reindustrialization of America is happening... more

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The modern panic over AI isn't new; it's a predictable pattern driven by elites whenever a technology threatens the status quo.  In this episode, Pessimists Archive founder Louis Anslow reveals the four archetypes behind every tech panic in history—f... more

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China's 70% monopoly on the world's drones is being broken by a new American "flying brain" with 300 trillion operations per second of onboard AI. In this episode, Flyby Robotics founder Jason Lu reveals the incredible challenge of building a high-pe... more

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Steve Simoni
Founder of Alicontrol Systems, former Navy nuclear engineer
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Episode: He Sold His Startup to DoorDash. Now He Builds AI Guns. | ROP #48
Kian Sadeghi
CEO and Co-founder of Nucleus Genomics, passionate about genetic optimization and biotechnology.
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Episode: "Designer Babies" Are Here (And It's a Good Thing) | ROP #42
Ian Cinnamon
Founder of Apex Space
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Episode: Why We're Now Building Satellites Like Toyota Cars | ROP #41
Madeline Hart
Expert in defense technology and software integration within military operations
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Episode: Palantir’s Madeline Hart
Noland Arbaugh
First human to receive a Neuralink implant and advocate for technological advancement
Episode: Neuralink's FIRST Patient: Paralyzed to MIND CONTROL (And It's Actual Sci-Fi) | ROP #37
Guillaume Verdon
Expert in thermodynamic computing and CEO of Extropic
Extropic
Episode: This NEW AI Chip Will Conquer Disease Faster Than You Think | ROP #36
Matt Ridley
Prolific author and advocate for rational optimism
Episode: Matt Ridley: How Your 14X Richer Future Arrives Faster Than You Think | ROP #35

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Stephen McBride
Host and co-host known for his insights on technological advancements and societal progress.
Dan Steinhart
Co-host and engaging commentator focused on technology and its impact on society.

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Why We're Now Building Satellites Like Toyota Cars | ROP #41
Q: What is the most profound lesson that software founders don't understand about the world of Atoms?
Hardware is much more costly and complex, as each piece is unique, requiring careful assembly, parts management, and distribution.
Why We're Now Building Satellites Like Toyota Cars | ROP #41
Q: What is the biggest problem to be solved in the current space race?
The ability to manufacture satellites at scale is the biggest problem that needs to be addressed.
Why We're Now Building Satellites Like Toyota Cars | ROP #41
Q: What are the second order consequences of cheap, widely available satellite buses?
It enhances resilience in the system by making it harder to destroy capabilities, updates technology more frequently, and allows better performance outputs.
Ex-SpaceX Engineer: His WATER Engine Will Conquer Space Faster Than You Think | ROP #47
Q: What timelines are you guys targeting? You know, how fast will we see a General Galactic thruster in space?
We hope to fly our propulsion technology as soon as possible, aiming for first flight qualifications by the end of the year and a demo next year.
Ex-SpaceX Engineer: His WATER Engine Will Conquer Space Faster Than You Think | ROP #47
Q: Could you ever see something like this on a commercial airplane or is it completely built for space?
It's really useful for space applications, particularly in the context of Newton's laws and space movement, making it less applicable to commercial aviation.

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Focused on the optimistic and transformative aspects of technology, innovation, and societal progress, the discussions center around various pioneering advancements such as brain-computer interfaces, autonomous vehicles, gene editing, and the future of education. The hosts often interview experts and entrepreneurs, exploring how innovations in fields like biotechnology, AI, and renewable energy can significantly enhance human life and address pressing global issues. A notable element is the emphasis on rational optimism against a backdrop of fearmongering, advocating for a positive outlook on the potential of technology and entrepreneurship to reshape society. The podcast appeals to those interested in the intersection of technology, busine... more

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