Leslie Valiant : The Importance of Being Educable

Guy Kawasaki's Remarkable People

In this episode of Remarkable People, Guy Kawasaki engages in a captivating discussion with Leslie Valiant, a distinguished professor of computer science and applied mathematics at Harvard University. Valiant introduces the groundbreaking concept of "educability" from his new book "The Importance of Being Educable" - the unique human ability to absorb and apply knowledge effectively. He argues that understanding and harnessing our educability is crucial for navigating the challenges posed by the rise of artificial intelligence. Join Guy and Leslie as they explore the insights from the book, the nature of intelligence, the potential of machine learning, and the importance of fostering our innate capacity to learn and adapt in an ever-changing world.

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