Artificial intelligence is evolving at an unprecedented pace—what does that mean for the future of technology, venture capital, business, and even our understanding of ourselves? Award-winning journalist and writer Anil Ananthaswamy joins us for our latest episode to discuss his latest book Why Machines Learn: The Elegant Math Behind Modern AI . Anil helps us explore the journey and many breakthroughs that have propelled machine learning from simple perceptrons to the sophisticated algorithms shaping today’s AI revolution, powering GPT and other models. The discussion aims to demystify some of the underlying mathematical concepts that power modern machine learning, to help everyone grasp this technology impacting our lives–even if your last math class was in high school. Anil walks us through the power of scaling laws, the shift from training to inference optimization, and the debate among AI’s pioneers about the road to AGI—should we be concerned, or are we still missing key pieces of the puzzle? The conversation also delves into AI’s philosophical implications—could understanding how machines learn help us better understand ourselves? And what challenges remain before AI systems can truly operate with agency? If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform. Sign up for our newsletter at techsurgepodcast.com for exclusive insights and updates on upcoming TechSurge Live Summits. Links: Read Why Machines Learn, Anil’s latest book on the math behind AI https://www.amazon.com/Why-Machines-Learn-Elegant-Behind/dp/0593185749 Learn more about Anil Ananthaswamy’s work and writing https://anilananthaswamy.com/ Watch Anil Ananthaswamy’s TED Talk on AI and intelligence https://www.ted.com/speakers/anil_ananthaswamy Discover the MIT Knight Science Journalism Fellowship that shaped Anil’s AI research https://ksj.mit.edu/ Understand the Perceptron, the foundation of neural networks https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perceptron Read about the Perceptron Convergence Theorem and its significance https://www.nature.com/articles/323533a0…
Welcome to the first Andrew Speaks podcast!! This show really is about helping people identify areas where they can achieve real happiness in their lives and so I thought where better to start than to define and decide exactly what that is. Here we get underneath the understanding of what happiness is and whether or not happiness and success truly are the same thing. This is the first of what will be a weekly show so please hit the subscribe button and catch me up here every Thursday
Welcome to the first Andrew Speaks podcast!! This show really is about helping people identify areas where they can achieve real happiness in their lives and so I thought where better to start than to define and decide exactly what that is. Here we get underneath the understanding of what happiness is and whether or not happiness and success truly are the same thing. This is the first of what will be a weekly show so please hit the subscribe button and catch me up here every Thursday
I knew this interview would be good but didn't anticipate meeting such a humble guy. Byron impressed me before I met him with his vocal ability but after meeting him his work ethic and dedication to his craft made him truly admirable. Join me as we delve into his story and get to know the man behind the voice, an interview with Byron Gold let the conversation commence.…
Take a deep breath for this one, its the one I've been waiting for and so decided to scrap the queue sheet and run solo. Accepting that success can happen for you is the biggest lesson I have had to learn and swallow in my lifetime. Its been the fuel cell for my self doubt at every step and corner of my life and whilst I am not past it or ever think I will be I have managed to workout how to get round it. Check this episode out and drop an amen in the comments section if this subject has been beneficial for you…
There aren't enough characters available here to describe the respect and admiration that I have for this lady, she is the absolute definition of making it through against the odds and not allowing your past to dictate your future. In this very intimate interview Nicolette shares with us her story, the glorious bits as well as the parts that some would shy away from sharing. I knew of Nicolette before we spoke here, now I know more the respect grows deeper. I hope that you have been enjoying the interviews shared so far, I have been blessed to have met some truly inspirational people in my lifetime and I'm so pleased to be able to share them and their knowledge here with you all.…
I'm so excited to bring this episode to you guys, allow me to introduce you to Jason Morris, a long time friend of mine and someone that has helped me in life more than I can really credit here on this description box. Jason really believed in me at a time when I needed someone to so I thought it only fitting that he be the first interview to be aired on this podcast. It's true that everyone has a story to tell but not all are interesting to listen to, Jason's story had more twists and turns to it than I could possibly have imagined and I am so happy that he shared it with me and now with you. Check out the story of how a child with a chaotic start to life, became a pillar of the community and a successful entrepreneur.…
"That which is expected can be planned for" All too often within our deepest and darkest fears actually lays the answers to achieving the very things that we want most in our lives and so when we run away from them we reject the very thing that actually came to set you free. In this episode we take a deeper look at fear and most importantly how to get past it. Hope you enjoy!!…
Our fears govern our choices and can reduce us to a small ball curled in the corner of a room but should they really have that much power? are they actually needed? Over the next few podcasts I will be delving into the concept of fear, identifying what it actually is and where its real purpose lies. Can it be used for good or is it simply something to be afraid of?…
Ever wondered why New Years resolutions don't stick? When you make a true decision there is nothing that can stand in your way and nothing that will stop you from following through on it. When your mind is made up, that's it. Check out this episode where we explore the art of making a true decision and how to make it stick…
Thank you so much for coming back for another episode, we are moving through the schedule and I hope that you are catching a few gems along the way. Establishing and connecting with your goal is important but having a strong enough reason for doing and pursuing it when life gets challenging is essential if you are going to stand a chance at success. Life is just as challenging for those that are on purpose as those that aren't and so you need to have that reason at the fore front of what you do in order to weather the storm of doubt when it comes your way. I would like to personally thank you all for listening and being part of my own personal journey, your support means a lot to me.…
Where you focus goes your energy flows, so when your focus is on all the things that you don't have not only do you miss out on the things that you currently do have but you subconsciously ask for more of what you don't have because you're obsessed by it. Focus on the goals that are close to your heart not the circumstances that you feel close to and happiness will always be your destination.…
In this cast we are looking at who's responsible for your success? Exploring the reasons that hold us back and the power that taking responsibility renders. Are you playing the blame game or are you so focused on why something hasn't worked out that you have been stuck in the same place for years? Check out this cast, you may find an answer or two.…
Welcome to the first Andrew Speaks podcast!! This show really is about helping people identify areas where they can achieve real happiness in their lives and so I thought where better to start than to define and decide exactly what that is. Here we get underneath the understanding of what happiness is and whether or not happiness and success truly are the same thing. This is the first of what will be a weekly show so please hit the subscribe button and catch me up here every Thursday…
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