Ezra Chapman #Curious

Are humanoid robots the future of humanity—or our biggest threat?Aron Kisdi, former European Space Agency engineer and Mars rover designer, returns with shocking updates from the frontlines of the humanoid revolution. We dive into the future of jobs, robot autonomy, AI consciousness, and the chilling idea that humanoids may soon outnumber humans.Gary the humanoid even joins the conversation... but can we trust him?

37 out of 40 kids say that they would go to jail for 2 years, after stealing a £1000.

What happens when economics meets AI in the classroom?We sat down with Professor Denise Hawkes, economist at King’s College London, to talk about how AI is changing education, work, and the future of economics itself.From growing up in family turmoil to questioning traditional economic models, Denise brings a deeply personal lens to how we teach, learn, and prepare for a world shaped by data and automation.She unpacks:→ The truth behind the 4-day work week→ Why "people first, theory second, data last" matters more than ever→ The mismatch between PhDs and post-academic jobs→ How AI impacts learning and the teacher’s role→ Why current economic models don’t reflect real peopleThis conversation isn't just about AI and data, it's about rebuilding education to serve real lives.Subscribe if you're curious about how tech, teaching, and theory intersect in today’s world.

Had a fascinating conversation with Alex Hudson about the current media landscape and the misinformation crisis that's reshaping how we consume information.Turns out the root causes aren't what most people assume...We dove deep into:→ The real drivers behind misinformation (hint: it's not just "fake news")→ How social media has fundamentally changed the game→ Where AI fits into this mess (and why Alex and I completely disagreed on this one)The "man bites dog" principle still holds true - the most unexpected stories cut through the noise. But in today's media environment, separating signal from noise has become the ultimate challenge.Some eye-opening insights that'll make you rethink everything you thought you knew about modern media consumption.What's your take on the biggest threat to reliable information today?

"AI won't be the biggest thing to happen to us.."Chris Summerfield is a director of research for AI Policy in the British Government. He's also a professor at Oxford for Neuroscience and a member of Google's Deep Mind.He is also the author of the book 'These Strange New Minds'.It's a great read, highly recommended..I sat down to have a chat with him and was blown away by his wealth of knowledge..

The UNTOLD Story: How a Wall Street Trader Built a $1B+ Recruitment Empire (Sold to Indeed) | AI's Future Impact RevealedWhat happens when a trading genius disrupts the entire recruitment industry?Meet Novo - the hidden mastermind behind Syft (acquired by Indeed for massive $$$) who completely revolutionized how people find work.

“We’re not short on talent. We’re short on intensity.”Ben Stocken is an absolute machine!In this episode, we cover ground from elite sport to business culture to burnout and beyond.Ben has built teams, led turnarounds, pushed his body through the Sahara Desert, and coached people through things they didn’t think they could survive.This one’s part wake-up call, part playbook.It’s for anyone building something.

“Tesla cut the cost of vehicles very dramatically.”Matthew Blake blew me away with what Elon was really up to and how the EV exports from China are shaking up the global market…Matt’s a senior leader at Toyota, and in this episode we unpacked what’s actually happening beneath the surface of one of the world’s most disrupted industries…This isn’t just about the future of cars. It’s about power, economics, policy and the parts invisible to the general masses.🎧 Now live on YouTube + Spotify👇 Link in the description. Let me know where you land on it.Love your work.

What do you learn after running billion-dollar cloud divisions?That it’s not where the future’s headed.Gaurav joins me to talk about ditching legacy systems, betting on AI-native infrastructure, and building without a playbook.Gaurav has seen every tech wave: ERP, cloud, SaaS and now AI.It’s a rare look at what it actually takes to transition from enterprise giant to startup operator, and why the next decade will be shaped by those who build from scratch.Raw, honest, and full of insight.

What if the future of wealth… wasn’t on Earth?Today we explore the trillion-dollar space race no one's ready forvasteroid mining. With over $700 quintillion in untapped resources floating above our heads, mining asteroids could create the world’s first trillionaire… or start interstellar conflict.Joining us is Ajan a physicist, MMA fighter, dancer, and chess enthusiast, who breaks down:What asteroid mining really involvesWhy billionaires like Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos are racing to space.The tech, timelines, and potential dangersAnd whether this pursuit is visionary-or short-sightedIs this the next gold rush? Or the beginning of cosmic chaos?🪐 Buckle in. The future of wealth is off-world.🎧 Watch now and join the debate.