This podcast offers a mesmerizing exploration of artificial intelligence through a conversation with Ilya Sutskever, co-founder of OpenAI and a key figure in the deep learning revolution. Spanning the origins of breakthroughs like AlexNet to the inner workings of transformers such as GPT-2, the discussion dives into the mechanics, philosophy, and ethical challenges of AI. It’s a narrative of awe and caution, where neural networks evolve from mere tools into something that begins to mimic human reasoning and understanding. With clarity and depth, the episode reflects on AI's potential to transform society, asking profound questions about control, alignment with human values, and the future of intelligence itself.