In his series "Crazy Wisdom," Stewart Alsop explores cutting-edge topics, particularly in the realm of technology, such as Urbit and artificial intelligence. Alsop embarks on a quest for meaning, engaging with others to expand his own understanding of reality and that of his audience. The topics covered in "Crazy Wisdom" are diverse, ranging from emerging technologies to spirituality, philosophy, and general life experiences. Alsop's unique approach aims to make connections between seemingly ...
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Stewart Alsop III reviews a broad range of topics with his father Stewart Alsop II, who started his career in the personal computer industry and is still actively involved in investing in startup technology companies. Stewart Alsop III is fascinated by what his father was doing as SAIII was growing up in the Golden Age of Silicon Valley. Topics include: - How the personal computing revolution led to the internet, which led to the mobile revolution - Now we are covering the future of the inte ...
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Please leave a review - one index finger spasm for you, a day made for me. The emergent characteristics of crony capitalism have punished those inclined to go against the grain. My guests and I tackle existential questions, financial topics, current events - while celebrating those with the courage to be different.
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Episode #414: AI vs. Human Potential: Stewart Alsop III and Alexander Explore What’s Next
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On this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, host Stewart Alsop chats with Alexander, a Gen Z innovator passionate about technology, particularly AI and blockchain. Together, they explore Alexander’s creative approach to tackling challenges like reading dense white papers, the dynamics of AI in software engineering, and the philosophical implicatio…
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Episode #413: Rewiring Our World: Insights on Power Systems and Technology
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On this episode of Crazy Wisdom, host Stewart Alsop is joined by Dr. David Ulrich Ziegler, an independent consultant specializing in the intersection of cyber and physical utility systems. The conversation spans a range of topics including the intricacies of power grids, the historical evolution of electrical systems, and the future of energy, touc…
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Episode #18: Why Innovation Needs Leadership: Stories from Silicon Valley and Beyond
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Welcome to Stewart Squared Podcast with the two Stewart Alsops! In this episode, the conversation spans decades of technological evolution, starting with the sci-fi-like introduction of personal computing, the transformative experience of using VisiCalc on an Apple II, and how tools like laser printers and browsers reshaped industries. Along the wa…
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Episode #412: Rewiring Minds: Games, AI, and the Future of Cognitive Health
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In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, I, Stewart Alsop, sit down with Matt Omernick, a pioneer in leveraging interactive technology for health and cognitive improvement. We explore his journey from traditional game development to creating transformative digital therapeutics, touching on how technology like video games and AI is reshaping cog…
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Episode #17: From California to Buenos Aires: Gaming Bureaucracies in the Digital Age
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Welcome to Stewart Squared podcast with the two Stewart Alsops! This episode explores the fascinating concept of residency hacking, blending digital nomadism with innovative approaches to establishing legal residency in multiple jurisdictions. Stewart Alsop II discusses his transition from California to Buenos Aires, strategies for obtaining Argent…
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Episode #411: From Gutenberg to Jobs: The Threads of Technological Evolution
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On this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, host Stewart Alsop interviews Tim Bajarin, Chairman of Creative Strategies, Inc., for a fascinating exploration of the evolution of technology. The conversation spans Tim’s early career during the dawn of personal computing in the 1980s, historical reflections on pivotal inventions like Gutenberg's print…
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Episode #410: From Space Economies to Spiritual Roots: Technology’s Role in Shaping Humanity
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On this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, Stewart Alsop sits down with Ben Kohlmann, an investment partner at Qubit Capital, to discuss topics ranging from Argentina’s socio-political shifts and libertarian experimentation to frontier technologies like AI, space exploration, and energy abundance. Ben shares his insights on how technology can enh…
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Episode #409: Civilization 3.0: How Intentional Communities and Crypto Could Transform the World
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In this episode, Stewart Alsop talks with San Naidoo, who is developing foundational infrastructure for what he calls Civilization 3.0. San shares his journey from tech entrepreneurship to his life in a rural South African village, covering topics like sacred dance, intentional communities, and composting capitalism. Their conversation explores the…
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Episode #16: From TiVo to TikTok: TV Tech That Changed How We See the World
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Welcome to Stewart Squared podcast with the two Stewart Alsops. This episode takes listeners on a tour through television’s evolution, touching on the birth of broadcast TV and the monumental first “TV presidency” with JFK, which highlighted TV's influence on public perception. The Stewarts explore how the limited early broadcasts grew into cable’s…
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Episode #408: The Consciousness Matrix: Decoding Life’s Quantum Blueprint
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In this Crazy Wisdom episode, Stewart Alsop dives into a compelling conversation with guest Sterling Cooley, exploring Sterling's research and theories on the vagus nerve, ultrasound, and consciousness. Sterling introduces his Niemertin Vagus Nerve Origin Theory and the role of microtubules in consciousness. The two discuss scientific materialism, …
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Episode #407: Transhumanism Lite: Using Urbit and Spaced Repetition to Hack Your Brain, Not Replace It
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In this episode of Crazy Wisdom, Stewart Alsop hosts ~littel-wolfur to explore spaced repetition, the dynamics of learning algorithms, and the philosophy behind Urbit. They break down Urbit’s promise as a peer-to-peer platform with roots in a deep, almost otherworldly commitment to resilience and a long time horizon. Alongside ~littel-wolfur’s take…
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Episode #15: Why Gen Z Thinks Differently: Growing Up in a World That Never Logs Off
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Welcome to the Stewart Squared podcast with the two Stewart Alsops! In today’s episode, the Stewarts dive into the rapid evolution of tech, from Apple's hearing aid integration in AirPods to Gen Z's unique relationship with social media and online authenticity. They discuss generational divides, especially how younger generations interpret world is…
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Episode #406: The Productive Side of AI: Moving from Consumption to Creation
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In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, host Stewart Alsop welcomes Leon Coe, founder of Amplify Intelligence, to explore the cutting edge of AI and its practical applications in workflows, agentic systems, and beyond. They discuss the evolution of autonomous agents, the shift toward combining traditional code with large language models, and h…
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Episode #405: The New Digital Nomad Dilemma: Financial Advice for an Untethered Life
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In this episode of Crazy Wisdom Podcast, Stewart Alsop is joined by Jenna Biancavilla, a multi-entrepreneur and founder in financial services and tech. They discuss Jenna’s experience navigating complex regulatory landscapes in finance, her insights into global work dynamics, and her unique approach to asset management for business owners and famil…
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Episode #14: How We Got Here: A Journey Through Tech’s Defining Waves
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Welcome to Stewart Squared podcast with the two Stewart Alsops! This week’s episode takes you through decades of technological evolution, from Stewart Alsop II’s early experiences with personal computing and the internet boom to today’s era of AI and space exploration. They dive into how technology adoption has shaped our lives, discuss the cultura…
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Episode #404: From Roads to Runways: Could eVTOLs Redefine City Life?
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In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, I, Stewart Alsop, speak with Leo Kayali, CEO of Invo Station, about the pioneering world of electric flying vehicles (eVTOLs). Leo shares how his early sketches evolved into a patented design for a personal electric flying vehicle, inspired by none other than Leonardo da Vinci. We dive into the challenge…
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Episode #403: Unlocking AI’s Brain: Knowledge Graphs, LLMs, and the Future of Reasoning
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In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, host Stewart Alsop welcomes Chia Yang, co-founder of whyhow.ai, a company specializing in data infrastructure and AI-powered knowledge graphs. They discuss the pivotal role of knowledge graphs in AI, particularly in enhancing structured search and reasoning, contrasting them with more stochastic systems …
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Episode #13: AI Hype vs. Reality: Cutting Through the Noise
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Welcome to Stewart Squared podcast with the two Stewart Alsops! In this episode, we tackle the evolution and current state of artificial intelligence, with Stewart Alsop II critiquing the hype surrounding generative AI and questioning its tangible benefits to individuals, while Stewart Alsop III discusses how AI is becoming an effective tool for ta…
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Episode #402: Argentina’s Escape from Socialism: How Javier Milei is Redefining Populism
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In this episode of Crazy Wisdom, I, Stewart Alsop, welcome Reaxionario, a Twitter personality deeply immersed in Argentine politics and geopolitics. We discuss Argentina's turbulent political history, from the rise of Peronism to the current economic policies under Javier Milei. Our conversation weaves through the complexities of socialism, populis…
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Episode #401: Unlocking the Secrets of Iboga: From Gabon’s Forests to Modern Healing
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In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, host Stewart Alsop welcomes Jonathan Dickinson, a specialist in Ibogaine treatment and co-founder/CEO of Ambio Life Sciences and Teregnosis. They discuss the history and therapeutic uses of Iboga and Ibogaine, focusing on its effects in treating heroin addiction, traumatic brain injury, and chronic pain.…
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Episode #12: The New Rules of Tech: From 90s Antitrust to Today’s AI Dilemma
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Welcome to Stewart Squared podcast with the two Stewart Alsops. In this episode, they dive into a fascinating discussion on the intersection of personal computing, federal agencies, and the transformative role of technology, both historically and in today's AI landscape. They explore the antitrust case of the 1990s, when Microsoft was accused of mo…
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Episode #400: From the Deseret Alphabet to AI: The Hidden Language of Progress
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In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom podcast, host Stewart Alsop welcomes guest Neal Davies, a former computer science professor and nuclear engineering PhD, currently working at the Urbit Foundation. Their conversation covers a range of intriguing topics including the Deseret Alphabet, a phonetic alphabet from the 19th century, Neal’s experiences b…
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