25% Of My Portfolio Is One Overvalued Stock, Here's Why

whatshot 643 snips

Apr 22, 2026

A wild mix of cryonics, immortality bets, and why longevity could be the next AI gold rush. Then it jumps to AI reshaping org charts, executive coaching as mental debugging, and the business genius behind a superstar mentalist. There are also sharp stories about bold networking, Bezos encounters, and Trump-style dealmaking.

57:53

forum

Ask episode

web_stories

AI Snips

view_agenda

Chapters

menu_book

Books

auto_awesome

Transcript

info_circle

Episode notes

insights

INSIGHT

Longevity Could Have Its ChatGPT Moment

Shaan Puri predicts longevity will get a ChatGPT-style breakthrough after decades of slow, fringe progress.
He links Aubrey de Grey’s wear-and-tear theory with longevity escape velocity, where medicine adds more than one year of life per year elapsed.

insights

INSIGHT

The Future Org Chart Puts AI In Charge

Shaan Puri argues companies may invert from humans using AI assistants to AI becoming the boss and humans supplying context.
He says Jack Dorsey and Brian Halligan imply future org charts center on one decision-making AI instead of layers of managers.

question_answer

ANECDOTE

Indian Factory Workers Are Training Their Robot Replacements

Shaan Puri described an Indian data-labeling factory where workers wear headset cameras and repeat tasks to train robots.
Companies collect clips like towel folding, penalize bad footage, then sell the movement data to robotics firms through labeling intermediaries.

Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode

Cryonics Becomes a Real Business

Longevity Could Have an AI Breakthrough

06:03 • 8min

chevron_right

AI May Reshape Companies From the Top

Executive Coaching as Mental Debugging

23:44 • 9min

chevron_right

Oz Pearlman Built a Genius Mentalist Brand

Shooting Your Shot Creates Unexpected Access

44:36 • 8min

chevron_right

Trump’s Style Is Relentless Improvisation

• Mentioned in 3 episodes

The Prospect of Immortality

Robert Ettinger

#167

• Mentioned in 137 episodes

Supercommunicators

How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection

Charles Duhigg

In this book, Charles Duhigg explores the secrets of 'supercommunicators' who excel at connecting with others. He delves into the three distinct types of conversations—practical, emotional, and social—and provides practical strategies and case studies to illustrate how to recognize and navigate these conversations effectively. The book includes examples from various contexts, such as jury deliberations, CIA recruitments, and workplace interactions, to demonstrate how communication can be improved. Duhigg emphasizes the importance of active listening, identifying complex emotions, and matching the type of conversation to enhance connection and understanding.

#72

• Mentioned in 229 episodes

The Power of Habit

Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business

Charles Duhigg

In this book, Charles Duhigg explores the science of habit formation and change. He explains the 'habit loop' consisting of a cue, a routine, and a reward, and how understanding this loop can help in changing bad habits or forming good ones. The book includes numerous examples from various fields, such as how Procter & Gamble successfully marketed Febreze, how Alcoa transformed its business by focusing on safety, and how individuals like Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps and civil-rights hero Martin Luther King, Jr. benefited from specific habits. Duhigg argues that by harnessing this science, individuals and organizations can transform their lives and businesses.

#76

• Mentioned in 217 episodes

Trump: The Art of the Deal

Tony Schwartz

Donald J. Trump

This book is a mix of memoir and business advice, detailing Trump's professional and personal worldview. It outlines his approach to deal-making, including his eleven key elements for success, such as 'Think Big,' 'Maximize Your Options,' and 'Have Fun.' The book offers insights into Trump's business strategies, his interactions with various figures, and his approach to negotiating deals. It also provides a glimpse into his personal life and how he runs his organization.

• Mentioned in 1,444 episodes

Atomic Habits

James Clear

Atomic Habits by James Clear provides a practical and scientifically-backed guide to forming good habits and breaking bad ones. The book introduces the Four Laws of Behavior Change: make it obvious, make it attractive, make it easy, and make it satisfying. It also emphasizes the importance of small, incremental changes (atomic habits) that compound over time to produce significant results. Clear discusses techniques such as habit stacking, optimizing the environment to support desired habits, and focusing on continuous improvement rather than goal fixation. The book is filled with actionable strategies, real-life examples, and stories from various fields, making it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to improve their habits and achieve personal growth.

#156

• Mentioned in 143 episodes

The Alchemist

Paulo Coelho

Paulo Coelho's "The Alchemist" is an allegorical novel that follows Santiago, a shepherd boy, on a journey to fulfill his Personal Legend. The story blends elements of fantasy and realism, exploring themes of self-discovery, following one's dreams, and listening to one's intuition. Along his journey, Santiago encounters various characters and challenges that teach him valuable lessons about life and the importance of perseverance. The book's simple yet profound message has resonated with readers worldwide, inspiring them to pursue their passions and embrace the journey. The Alchemist is a timeless tale of self-discovery and the pursuit of one's dreams.

Get our investing playbook (with 35+ insights from top investors): https://clickhubspot.com/rwpt

Episode 816: Sam Parr ( https://x.com/theSamParr ) and Shaan Puri ( https://x.com/ShaanVP ) talk about the opportunities with AI and longevity.

—

Show Notes:

(0:00) Hal Finney

(9:30) Aubrey De Grey

(23:10) Be Here Now

(33:31) Oz Pearlman

(42:55) When Kevin Hart met Jeff Bezos

(50:46) Shaan reads The Art of The Deal

—

Links:

• The Prospect of Immortality - https://a.co/d/0d2jc81i

—

Check Out Sam's Stuff:

• Hampton (joinhampton.com): My community for founders. Average member does $25m/year. Many of the guests are members. Get after it...apply: http://joinhampton.com/mfm

—

Check Out Shaan's Stuff:

• Shaan's weekly email - https://www.shaanpuri.com

• Visit https://www.somewhere.com/mfm to hire worldwide talent like Shaan and get $500 off for being an MFM listener. Hire developers, assistants, marketing pros, sales teams and more for 80% less than US equivalents.

• Mercury - Need a bank for your company? Go check out Mercury (mercury.com). Shaan uses it for all of his companies!

Mercury is a financial technology company, not an FDIC-insured bank. Banking services provided by Choice Financial Group, Column, N.A., and Evolve Bank & Trust, Members FDIC

• I run all my newsletters on Beehiiv and you should too + we're giving away $10k to our favorite newsletter, check it out:

beehiiv.com/mfm-challenge

My First Million is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by HubSpot Media // Production by Arie Desormeaux // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano /

Home Top podcasts Popular guests Top books