Lex Fridman
Researcher & host, Lex Fridman Podcast
Lex Fridman trained in computer science and engineering before working on AI, human behaviour and autonomous-driving research.
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At a glance
Lex Fridman trained in computer science and engineering before working on AI, human behaviour and autonomous-driving research. He began interviewing researchers on the Artificial Intelligence Podcast in 2018, later broadening it into the Lex Fridman Podcast. His work connects technical research with long-form public conversations.
- Current role
- Researcher & host, Lex Fridman Podcast
- Born
- 15 August 1983
- Education
- Drexel University — BS, MS and PhD
- Known for
- AI research; Lex Fridman Podcast
- Previously
- Research at Google and MIT
- Coverage
- AI; robotics; science; long-form interviews
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Career, in context.
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Hosts a US presidential-candidate interview
His conversation with Donald Trump extends the podcast’s public-affairs coverage.
Source: Lex FridmanRenames the podcast
The Artificial Intelligence Podcast becomes the Lex Fridman Podcast as its subjects broaden.
Source: WikipediaLaunches the Artificial Intelligence Podcast
He begins recording long-form conversations about AI and related research.
Source: Wikipedia
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More than 10 years ago.
Completes a PhD at Drexel
His doctoral work examines active authentication using behavioural biometrics.
Source: WikipediaCompletes undergraduate and master’s studies
He earns computer-science degrees at Drexel University.
Source: Wikipedia
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