In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode my guest is Lex Fridman, PhD, a research scientist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), an expert in robotics and host of the Lex Fridman Podcast.
We discuss the development of artificial intelligence through machine learning, deep learning and self-supervised techniques. We also examine the growing significance of interactions between humans and robots, including their potential for companionship and emotional connection. This episode explores how AI is shifting from a technical tool into something that could reshape human relationships, emotions and society.
Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com.
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Lex Fridman; Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine
Learning, Deep Learning
00:02:23 Supervised vs Self-Supervised Learning, Self-Play
Mechanism
00:09:06 Tesla Autopilot, Autonomous Driving, Robot &
Human Interaction
00:14:26 Sponsors: AG1 & Maui Nui
00:17:47 Human & Robot Relationship, Loneliness, Time
00:22:38 Authenticity, Robot Companion, Emotions
00:27:55 Robot & Human Relationship, Manipulation,
Rights
00:32:12 Sponsors: Function & David
00:35:14 Dogs, Homer, Companion, Cancer, Death
00:40:04 Dogs, Costello, Decline, Joy, Loss
00:47:31 Closing
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