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The Future of Everything

Stanford Engineering
Stanford University
Climate Change
Artificial Intelligence
Education
DNA
Mental Health
Depression
Health
Neuroscience
Reading
Bioengineering
Robotics
Proteins
Cancer
AI Coaching
Stem Cells
Social Media
Adaptation Strategies
Global Warming
Parenting Chemistry

Host Russ Altman, a professor of bioengineering, genetics, and medicine at Stanford, is your guide to the latest science and engineering breakthroughs. Join Russ and his guests as they explore cutting-edge advances that are shaping the future of everything from AI to health and renewable energy. Along the way, “The Future of Everything” delves into ethical implications to give listeners a well-rou... more

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Psychologist Russ Poldrack is a mind reader of sorts, but not in the traditional sense of the word. Instead, he makes movies of blood flow in the brain using functional MRI to draw insights into the function of specific regions of the brain to deciph... more

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Prior to becoming an anesthesiologist, Alyssa Burgart trained in bioethics. She now counts herself among a growing number of certified clinical bioethicists who help doctors, nurses, patients, and their families handle ethically complex medical decis... more

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These days, AI is everywhere, and it’s increasingly hard to separate the gains from the slop. With that in mind, we're re-releasing my conversation with Stanford Law professor Daniel Ho on the future of AI and the law. When we look for applications w... more

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Dr. Karen Adams, obstetrician/gynecologist and Farwell Family Director of the Stanford Program in Menopause and Healthy Aging, studies menopause and, perhaps more importantly, perimenopause – the critical years preceding it. During this time, hormone... more

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Recent Guests

Alyssa Burgart
Professor of anesthesiology and perioperative medicine; expert in bioethics
Stanford University
Episode: The future of clinical bioethics
Karen Adams
Professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Stanford University; expert on perimenopause and menopause
Stanford University
Episode: The future of menopause
Suzanne Pfeffer
Biochemist and professor studying molecules that go wrong in Parkinson's disease
Stanford University
Episode: The future of Parkinson’s disease
Julian Nyarko
Professor at Stanford Law School, researcher evaluating AI in legal services and education
Stanford Law School
Episode: The future of AI and the legal field
Michael Wara
Professor of Law and wildfire/environmental policy expert
Stanford University
Episode: Best of: The future of wildfire management
Maya Adam
Professor of pediatrics and infectious disease; storyteller, artist, and media expert
Stanford University
Episode: The future of storytelling for health
Daniel Palanker
Professor of Ophthalmology and Electrical Engineering at Stanford
Stanford University
Episode: The Future of Retinal Implants
Chris Piech
Professor of computer science at Stanford University, expert on using AI and computers to teach
Stanford University
Episode: Best of: The future of computer-aided education
David Lobell
Professor of Earth System Science at Stanford, expert in agriculture and food security
Stanford University
Episode: The future of farming

Host

Russell Altman
Host of The Future of Everything

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 353 ratings
  • C’monnn

    Awrybosomes was right there in front of you. I can’t believe I placed you Stanford people on a pedestal.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    thePeacePirate
    United States8 months ago
  • Fantastic Show

    This podcast series is fantastic. It’s a great blend of cutting edge, technology, science, and exploration. It goes deep enough to provide firm foundation of understanding the topic. But not so deep that the listener gets lost in the details specific to the given topic. Much appreciated!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Curious listener 62627
    United States9 months ago
  • Shallow

    Not a lot of critical thinking or balanced analysis in the episode I listened to. It seemed more like cheerleading.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Socratic Thinking
    United Statesa year ago
  • informative and fun

    I have been listening to and enjoying The Future of Everything for a couple of years now. The premise of the podcast, interviewing world-class researchers on their work by an engaging and deeply informed host is fantastic. Russ does his homework by reading the interviewees’ papers ahead of the time, ask strategic questions to steer the conversations, and inject humour to lighten up the subject. I learned new things each time I listen to a podcast and would recommend it to everyone.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bemarcopolo
    United Statesa year ago
  • Always instructive, podcast allows listeners to get a possible preview of future devs in the science, technology and much more.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    alpha
    a year ago

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Engaging, accessible deep-dives into frontier topics.
Consistently informative and inspiring for listeners interested in science and the future.
High-quality guests and thorough host preparation.
Occasional critiques about pacing or interruptions in some episodes.

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

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#152
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#218
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#137
Australia/Science
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#50
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#80
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#82
Ireland/Science

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The future of clinical bioethics
Q: What can be done to support clinicians and reduce moral distress?
Developing moral resilience through group discussions like moral distress rounds, offering psychotherapy as needed, and creating systems that empower clinicians to advocate for patient-centered care.
The future of clinical bioethics
Q: How do ethics consultations work in a hospital setting?
Clinics receive pages or messages about complex cases, meet with families and clinicians, document recommendations in the chart, and help guide decision-making while considering patient values and care goals.
The future of clinical bioethics
Q: What is moral distress and why is it a topic of concern for clinicians?
Moral distress is the feeling that you know the right thing to do but are blocked from doing it due to policies, laws, or institutional constraints, leading to distress that can affect wellbeing over time.
Best of: The future of AI and the law
Q: Dan, what led you to study the law and AI together as a major focus of your academic work?
Dan describes a long-standing interest in both law and AI, influenced by experiences growing up in post-war contexts and a desire to help legal institutions adapt with the times, emphasizing that legal work is heavy on research and writing and benefits from AI assistance in handling large legal corpora.
The future of menopause
Q: What are the safety considerations for local vaginal estrogen?
Local estrogen provides symptom relief for vaginal and urinary symptoms without significant systemic hormone exposure, making it safe for many patients including those with prior breast cancer or cardiovascular histories when used as directed.

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What is The Future of Everything about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Listeners are drawn to high-impact science and technology topics that span biology, artificial intelligence, health, education, and sustainability, often featuring Stanford researchers and practitioners who translate complex research into real-world implications. Episodes frequently explore cutting-edge lab work, policy and ethics, and practical applications, from cell-free biotech and vaccines to AI-enabled education and computational systems. Noteworthy is the show's habit of pairing top researchers with accessible storytelling, aided by a host who does in-depth prep and asks probing questions, which helps demystify advanced topics for a broad audience. The program tends to attract listeners who are curious about the future of science and... more

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2. Karen Adams
3. Suzanne Pfeffer
4. Julian Nyarko
5. Michael Wara
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7. Daniel Palanker
8. Chris Piech

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