Uri Bram
Editor-at-large and CEO of The Browser, writer on science and business topics, and former communications lead at GiveWell, appearing as the featured guest to discuss how to have better intellectual conversations.
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Feb 11, 2026 • 1h 23min
Our 300th episode! - How to have better intellectual conversations (with Uri Bram)
Uri Bram, CEO and Editor-at-Large at The Browser and former GiveWell communications lead, joins to explore how to make intellectual conversations feel like shared discovery. They cover mismatched goals, thinking in real time versus rehearsed answers, vibe and tempo, interruption norms, group dynamics, and practical ways to keep discussions curious and productive.
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Nov 19, 2025 • 40min
How to be a polymath
Uri Bram, a polymathic creator and author known for his book on Bayes' theory and the game Person Do Thing, joins to discuss creativity and community. He shares insights on the balance between perfectionism and delivering projects, the benefits of immersive gaming for social connection, and how to enhance communication through constraints. Uri also details the art of hosting parties and why building community is valuable. Plus, hear about his innovative olfactory gallery events and the surprising friendships formed via Amazon outreach.
Oct 13, 2020 • 52min
Education and Charity (with Uri Bram)
Uri Bram, publisher of The Browser and The Listener, dives deep into the often cult-like nature of universities and their influence on knowledge. He questions the practical value of a traditional education and discusses how personal insecurities impact motivation. Uri also critiques charitable interventions, particularly deworming programs, assessing their effectiveness and the challenges in measuring outcomes. The conversation sheds light on the complexities of charity evaluation and the importance of understanding uncertainties in altruistic efforts.
