

Moonshots with Peter Diamandis
PHD Ventures
Tracking the future of technology and how it impacts humanity.Named by Fortune as one of the “World’s 50 Greatest Leaders,” Peter H. Diamandis, MD, is a founder, investor, advisor, and best-selling author. Join Peter on his mission to uplift humanity through technology.Follow Peter on X - https://x.com/PeterDiamandis
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Nov 6, 2025 • 1h 54min
OpenAI Going Public, the China–US AI Race, and How AI Is Reshaping the S&P 500 and Jobs w/ Salim Ismail, Dave Blundin & Alex Wissner-Gross | EP #205
Dr. Alexander Wissner-Gross, a computer scientist and founder of Reified, dives deep into the future of AI and robotics. The discussion highlights OpenAI's potential for massive revenue growth and its restructuring challenges. They explore NVIDIA's astonishing market cap and the implications of scarce computing resources. Alex introduces a practical AGI benchmark and shares insights on self-awareness in AI. The conversation also touches on the ethics of drone technology, the race in robotaxis, and California's advances in battery storage, all pointing to an exciting technological future.

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Oct 30, 2025 • 1h 47min
Solana Founder: Crypto Is About to Change Finance Like the Internet Changed Everything Else w/ Anatoly Yakovenko, Dave Blundin, Salim Ismail & Alexander Wissner-Gross | EP #204
Anatoly Yakovenko, Co-founder and CEO of Solana Labs and former Qualcomm engineer, revolutionizes finance with his insights on blockchain. He dives into Solana's execution layer, showcasing its efficiency compared to Bitcoin and Ethereum. Discussion highlights how AI will foster new markets through public blockchains and the growing importance of stablecoins. He sheds light on decentralized finance as a means of reducing financial friction and envisions a future where AI agents transact on blockchains, redefining the landscape of digital economies.

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Oct 27, 2025 • 1h 46min
The OpenAI Internet Browser Has Arrived: ChatGPT Atlas w/ Dave Blundin & Alexander Wissner-Gross | EP #203
Joining the discussion are Alexander Wissner-Gross, a pioneering computer scientist and founder focused on AI, and Dave Blundin, an investor with a knack for AI infrastructure. They delve into the fascinating launch of OpenAI's ChatGPT Atlas, exploring its chat, memory, and agent features while weighing its implications for privacy and competition with Google. The conversation also touches on the automation of landfill sorting, the rise of robots in everyday life, and how AI advancements are shaping the future across various sectors.

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Oct 25, 2025 • 1h 2min
This Week in AI: NVIDIA’s Most Powerful Chip, Robotics Reach a New Milestone & AGI by 2026 w/ Salim Ismail, Emad Mostaque & Eric Pulier | EP #202
Join Salim Ismail, founder of OpenExO and visionary on AGI, Eric Pulier, tech entrepreneur and immersive experience guru, and Emad Mostaque, AI governance expert, as they dissect the latest in AI advancements. They debate the reality of AGI reaching us by 2026 and explore the societal impacts of AI's persuasive powers and romantic relationships. The trio also delves into the growing capabilities of robotics, potential economic disruptions in cognitive labor, and the fascinating intersection of quantum computing and AI. Tune in for insights that could shape our tech-driven future!

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Oct 20, 2025 • 2h
The Singularity is Here: AI is Solving Math, Sora Outpaces Chat-GPT & AI is Designing Chips w/ Salim Ismail, Dave Blundin & Alex Wissner-Gross | EP #201
Join computer scientist Alex Wissner-Gross, founder of Reified, as he delves into the fascinating world of AI. The discussion covers groundbreaking AI advancements solving complex math problems and designing chips, as well as the rapid adoption of AI technologies. Alex discusses the surprising ability of AI to outperform students in astronomy competitions and shares insights into the potential of AI in predicting outcomes through innovative models. The dialogue navigates the implications of these technologies for the future of society and creativity.

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Oct 16, 2025 • 1h 30min
Money After AI: Meet the New Digital Dollar Built for the Internet "Stablecoins" w/ Jeremy Allaire, Emad Mostaque & Salim Ismail | EP #200
In this enlightening discussion, Jeremy Allaire, CEO of Circle, shares insights on the future of money with stablecoins like USDC. He defines stablecoins as digital dollar representations and predicts AI will play a crucial role in enhancing their transaction volumes. Allaire emphasizes the importance of legal compliance and transparency in building these systems. He contrasts private stablecoins with central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), arguing for the adoption of internet-native payment solutions that can reshape financial infrastructure.

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Oct 8, 2025 • 1h 12min
OpenAI vs. Grok: The Race to Build the Everything App w/ Emad Mostaque, Dave Blundin & AWG | EP #199
Emad Mostaque, founder of Intelligent Internet and author, joins forces with Dave Blundin of Link Ventures and Dr. Alexander Wissner-Gross, a computer scientist focused on AI. They dive into OpenAI's recent developments, exploring whether it will become the ultimate everything app. The trio discusses the implications of AI-driven workflows, Codex's rapid advancements, and the future of robotics. They also touch on energy solutions and the evolving landscape of data centers, all while weaving in community engagement and creativity through AI.

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Oct 4, 2025 • 2h 13min
The AI War: OpenAI Ads & Sora 2, Grok Partners With US Government & Google’s Ad Business is at Risk w/ Dave Blundin, Salim Ismail, & Alex Wissner-Gross | EP #198
Explore the intriguing rise of AI-generated content, from Meta's innovative Vibes app to the viral potential of Sora 2 videos. The discussion also highlights AI's leap into music production and the impressive capabilities of Claude for real-time app generation. Discover OpenAI's provocative move into in-app advertising and its implications for commerce. The conversation dives into the government's partnership with Grok and the profound impact of advanced AI on industries, professional exams, and even longevity research. Get ready for a future shaped by unprecedented technological advancements!

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Sep 26, 2025 • 1h 43min
The Latest in AI: Job Loss, Elon & Sam Altman Chip Race & the "AI Bubble" w/ Brian Elliott (Blitzy), Emad Mostaque & Dave Blundin | EP #197
Emad Mostaque, founder of Intelligent Internet, shares insights on the AI economy and its potential for substantial economic value. Brian Elliott, CEO of Blitzy, discusses the role of generative AI in transforming enterprise software and accelerating development. The conversation delves into the implications of AI-driven job evolution, the competitive landscape of AI advancements featuring Gemini and Colossus 2, and how startups can thrive amidst compute constraints. The guests also touch on the urgent need for massive energy infrastructure as AI technology progresses.

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Sep 23, 2025 • 1h 4min
Replit CEO on Vibe Coding and the Future of Software Development w/ Amjad Masad, Dave Blundin & Salim Ismail | EP #196
Amjad Masad, CEO of Replit and advocate for accessible coding, shares his journey from coding in Jordan to Silicon Valley. Joining him are Dave Blundin, a seasoned investor with a focus on machine learning, and Salim Ismail, expert in exponential organizations. They discuss 'vibe coding' as the future of programming, envisioning a world with billions of coders that fosters meritocracy. The trio debates the implications of abstraction on deep thinking and the role of autonomous agents in the next software evolution.


