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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…

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Don’t miss this thought-provoking podcast series with authors Monica and Michael Berg. Together, they’ll answer your most pressing questions, offering sage advice for the modern world. Self-proclaimed Change Junkie, Monica Berg is an author and teacher who lectures internationally. Michael Berg is a rabbi and Aramaic scholar who has published almost 20 books on the teachings of Kabbalah. This husband and wife team has been sharing kabbalistic wisdom and relationship expertise with students for decades. Join them for a down-to-earth conversation about the big life questions that spark your curiosity the most.

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206. The Cost of Ego: How It Steals Your Peace and Purpose 33:25

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We are in this world to grow and evolve—but real growth only happens when we’re willing to confront where we’re wrong. The problem? Our ego is always working against us, convincing us that we’re right, keeping us stuck in old patterns, and stealing the energy we need to fulfill our purpose. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore the many ways ego shows up in our lives: how it fuels anxiety, distorts our perceptions, and blocks our true potential. Further Reading: Mistakes Were Made (But Not By Me) by Elliot Aronson…

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205. Meeting Hate with Kindness: Matthew Stevenson’s Journey of Radical Welcome 48:29

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What happens when you completely disagree with someone’s beliefs but still choose to show them human dignity? In this episode of Spiritually Hungry we talk to Matthew Stevenson, a Jewish student who invited Derek Black, once a rising leader in the white nationalist movement, to his weekly Shabbat dinners. Instead of debating or condemning Derek, Matthew offered connection—an approach that, over time, played a crucial role in Derek questioning and ultimately rejecting white nationalism. Tune in to hear how a simple act of compassion helped transform a life. Further Reading: Rising Out of Hatred by Eli Saslow…

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204. Tension to Transformation: The Spiritual Power of Hard Conversations 30:14

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Our egos can cloud the value of our relationships, creating disconnection and shielding us from vulnerability. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we delve deeper into the topic of difficult conversations. Explore how conflict and differences between partners aren’t a flaw but a gift. Even when relationships end, there’s wisdom to be gained. Tune in to uncover how friction can foster growth and deepen our connections.…

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203. The Key to the Most Fulfilling Relationships: The Power of Deep Connection 37:32

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Hard conversations are inevitable, but they don’t have to be destructive. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore how to navigate difficult discussions without letting the ego take over. By choosing transformation over reactivity, we can turn conflict into connection. Tune in to learn how spiritual work can help you embrace tough conversations and move forward with wisdom and purpose.…

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202. Silencing Self-Doubt: Turning Inner Criticism into Confidence 28:28

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As we wrap up the first month of the year, we can feel the weight of self-doubt creep in. The excitement and determination of New Year’s resolutions may fade and be replaced by questions like, Can I really do this? In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we dive into the roots of self-doubt, why it happens, and how to transform it into a tool for growth. Join us as we explore strategies to reframe the voice of your inner critic and move forward with confidence and resilience.…

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201. Turning Darkness Into Light: The Blessing of Life's Challenges 32:46

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How do we find certainty in times of difficulty and great strife? It is not easy to trust the process, especially in challenging and dark times. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we talk about struggle as a vehicle for personal transformation and blessings in our lives. Join us as we discuss how to embrace the gift of darkness.…

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200. Grief as a Teacher with Grant Garry 59:21

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One of the hardest parts of grief is finding something beautiful within the loss. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, Grant Garry opens up about his transformative journey through grief and what led him to create a documentary about the experience of loss— Meet Me Where I Am . Join us for a heartfelt conversation about how the pain of grief can be a powerful teacher guiding us toward deeper joy. Further Resources: Meet Me Where I Am (Documentary) The Where Am I Podcast…

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199. Supercharge This Year: How to Overcome Your Struggles & Win Your Battles 38:04

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If your spiritual practice feels stagnant, it’s time to create change. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore how breaking free from the familiar can reignite your spiritual practice and inspire meaningful growth. Join us as we share tools for embracing discomfort, trying something new, and strengthening your spiritual connection in the New Year.…

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198. I See Dead People: Tools for Deeper Intuition with Laura Lynne Jackson 1:24:58

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Have you ever had a deep knowing or a sense of what was to come without any logical reason? In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast , psychic medium, Laura Lynne Jackson, explains that we each have the ability to download truth from the Universe. Join us as Laura shares her profound insights on connecting with the Other Side, tapping into intuition, and embracing our higher selves. Further Readings: The Light Between Us by Laura Lynne Jackson…

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197. How This Year Will Be the Best One Yet: 3 Tools for Change 26:04

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As we approach the New Year, we often take time to reflect on the events of the past 12 months. This is an opportunity for self-inventory, so we can realign our lives to our core values. Join us for a holiday mini-episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast as we discuss end-of-year reflections and tools for connecting more meaningfully to our life’s purpose.…

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196. Raising Good Humans: 3 Ways to Mindfully Parent with Hunter Clarke-Fields 1:04:07

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Parenting is full of big feelings—for kids and grown-ups—which makes the job of raising good humans tricky to navigate. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we talk to author Hunter Clarke-Fields about how to parent more mindfully and ultimately raise good humans. Further Readings: Raising Good Humans by Hunter Clarke-Fields Raising Good Humans Every Day by Hunter Clarke-Fields…

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195. Everyone is a Mirror: 4 Ways the World Reflects a Path to Change 36:56

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Every day, life reflects the areas that require spiritual transformation. It’s our job to recognize these and understand that everything we experience is meant to teach us and help us become the person we are meant to become. Join us in this episode of Spiritually Hungry as we discuss the world as our spiritual mirror for change.…

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194. Anxious Nation: 3 Ways to Raise Less Anxious Kids with Laura Morton 1:05:27

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Anxiety in American youth has been steadily increasing in the recent past, impacting families across the country. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry, we talk to writer and producer Laura Morton about what she learned about helping young people cope with anxiety while making the documentary film “Anxious Nation.”…

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193. The Blessing of Family: 4 Ways to Grow Our Most Vital Relationships 32:36

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The holidays can bring us together with some of the most challenging people in our lives: family. Even the most strained and difficult relationships can be a source of meaningful growth. Join us for a conversation that can help each of us enter the holiday season with appreciation.

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192. Forget Other People’s Opinions: 3 Ways to Hear Your Soul’s Voice 33:06

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