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In a live conversation at The Strand bookstore, Bill Gates sits down with Katie Couric to reflect on the moments that shaped his journey in life and technology. Gates admits he doesn’t look back often, but in this conversation, he shares generously about his early life: how his parents’ decision to send him to therapy helped him grow, the unforgettable moment when Paul Allen rushed into his Harvard dorm with the spark that led to Microsoft, and how his initial tech optimism has evolved with time. As we approach the AI revolution, Gates reflects on the unexpected consequences of technology and the ways our online lives have rewired how we think. Shifting to today’s political landscape, Gates addresses the disruption caused by the gutting of key agencies under Trump and Elon Musk, while stressing the importance of finding a path forward. It’s a reflective conversation about growth, change, and navigating the challenges of an evolving digital world.
NOTABLE MOMENTS
(00:53) Bill Gates' Memoir: Early Life and Influences
(01:45) Family and Childhood Reflections
(03:09) Lessons from Card Games and Family Dynamics
(07:30) Rebellious Teen Years and Therapy
(14:55) The Birth of Microsoft
(20:42) Technology's Impact on Society
(23:11) AI and Future Innovations
(25:49) Political Views and Global Health
(36:00) Pandemic Preparedness and Future Goals
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In a live conversation at The Strand bookstore, Bill Gates sits down with Katie Couric to reflect on the moments that shaped his journey in life and technology. Gates admits he doesn’t look back often, but in this conversation, he shares generously about his early life: how his parents’ decision to send him to therapy helped him grow, the unforgettable moment when Paul Allen rushed into his Harvard dorm with the spark that led to Microsoft, and how his initial tech optimism has evolved with time. As we approach the AI revolution, Gates reflects on the unexpected consequences of technology and the ways our online lives have rewired how we think. Shifting to today’s political landscape, Gates addresses the disruption caused by the gutting of key agencies under Trump and Elon Musk, while stressing the importance of finding a path forward. It’s a reflective conversation about growth, change, and navigating the challenges of an evolving digital world.
NOTABLE MOMENTS
(00:53) Bill Gates' Memoir: Early Life and Influences
(01:45) Family and Childhood Reflections
(03:09) Lessons from Card Games and Family Dynamics
(07:30) Rebellious Teen Years and Therapy
(14:55) The Birth of Microsoft
(20:42) Technology's Impact on Society
(23:11) AI and Future Innovations
(25:49) Political Views and Global Health
(36:00) Pandemic Preparedness and Future Goals
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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