Tim and I sit down to discuss consciousness-hacking, the future of wearables, nootropics, diet, the ego, our favorite books and much more. Tim Chang is the managing director at Mayfield Fund and has been twice named to the Forbes Midas List of Top Tech Investors. Tim is also an accomplished musician, who performs in three bands, as well as a body and consciousness-hacking enthusiast.

Tim Chang, Consciousness Hacking (#23)

Kevin Rose explores the forefronts of the AI, investment hacking, optimizing wellness, technology of the future, and the world's lastest cultural trends. Each episode is packed with valuable insights to fuel personal and professional growth, from technologists and scientists to zen masters and productivity hackers; this variety show will always provide you with an abundance of unconventional wisdom.

Kevin has been recognized as one of Time Magazine's 'Top 25 Most Influential People on the Web' and a 'Top 25 Angel Investor' by Bloomberg, highlighting his impact in the tech and investment spheres. His influence extends to the cover pages of prestigious publications like Businessweek, Red Herring, 7x7, and Inc. Magazine. Further highlighting his versatility and widespread recognition, Kevin has also made notable appearances on the Jimmy Fallon Show and Charlie Rose.

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Are any of the so-called anti-aging products on the market actually effective? Kevin sits down with two experts, Carolina Reis Oliveira and Alessandra Zonari from OneSkin to get the latest on the complex process of aging, senescent cells aka “zombie cells”, types of collagen and how collagen production is affected, the #1 offender of skin, how sugar plays a role in aging and much more. This episode is packed with all you need to know to uncover the truth about skin aging and learn how to take care of your skin for a healthier and younger-looking appearance.

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Carolina Reis Oliveira is the Co-founder and CEO of OneSkin, a biotechnology company dedicated to developing solutions that extend skin health and, thereby, longevity. With a biochemistry degree and a Ph.D. in Stem Cell Biology and Tissue Engineering, Carolina has led her team to innovate in the realm of skincare by tackling aging at its source. Her work not only encompasses scientific research but also bridges the gap between science and consumer skincare products. Carolina is an alumnus of IndieBio, the world's largest seed biotech accelerator. She moved from Latin America to Silicon Valley in 2016 to found OneSkin and has been actively engaged in the longevity ecosystem in the Bay Area.
Alessandra Zonari, co-founder of OneSkin, brings her expertise in immunology, stem cell biology, and bioinformatics to the forefront of the skincare industry. Her scientific acumen and dedication have been instrumental in the foundational research that led to the creation of OneSkin and its revolutionary products.
Listeners can learn more about OneSkin at https://www.oneskin.co/ 

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(0:00) Introduction

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(4:40) Overview of today’s episode 

(8:00) Introduction to skin health  

(10:30) The science of skin aging and senescent cells  

(13:00) Fasting and autophagy benefits   

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(20:30) The role of sugar in aging 

(25:40) Collagen production and aging 

(29:00) How to spot an optimal vitamin C 

(36:30) Supplementation for skin 

(38:15) The start of OneSkin

(46:40) Scientific ways to measure wrinkles 

(53:40) OS-01 FACE Topical Supplement


(58:00) Probiotics and skin microbiome 

(58:30) Benefits of red light therapy 

(1:05:00) The latest on OneSkin 

(1:08:50) Common skincare myths  


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Carolina Reis Oliveira & Alessandra Zonari | OneSkin: Aging Myths, Senescent Cells, and How to Age Slower (#56)

Kevin is joined by Kevin Pereira and Gavin Purcell, hosts of ‘AI For Humans’ podcast to discuss all you need to know about the future of AI. They talk about the transformative potential of AI, the current state of the technology, and the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. They also share their thoughts on the impact of AI on various industries and aspects of society, and offer some predictions for the future.

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Kevin Pereira is a television host, producer, and personality, recognized for his work on G4's "Attack of the Show!" With a passion for technology, gaming, and digital culture, Pereira has become a prominent figure in media, seamlessly blending entertainment with insightful discussions on tech trends. Beyond his hosting duties, Kevin is involved in podcasting, where he explores the intersections of technology and everyday life. His unique ability to demystify complex tech concepts while engaging a broad audience has solidified his status as a key voice in the digital age.
Gavin Purcell is an Emmy-winning showrunner, writer, & creative executive with a diverse background in media and technology. He’s known for his work on acclaimed productions like “The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon” & “I Love You America!” in addition to his work at Vox Media, G4TV, and numerous other outlets. In addition, he’s founded multiple companies in the emerging tech space, often infusing his media knowledge into new tech like Web3 or AI.
Kevin and Gavin co-host a podcast called AI For Humans where they demystify new AI technologies, highlight new tools & news for the AI-curious. 
Listeners can learn more about Kevin Pereira, Gavin Purcell, and AI For Humans at their website or on YouTube @AIForHumansShow.

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(4:00) Kevin and Gavin introduce their history with technology and initial AI encounters

(6:30) The current state of AI  

(7:10) “Now is the worst this technology will ever be. It only gets better from here.” 

(9:30) The capabilities of GPT-3 and other models 

(17:30) Tools for AI music  

(21:30) Boston Dynamics robot  

(22:00) Figure 01


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(27:10) Using AI to create comedy and musical content 

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(39:00) Using AI to create character-driven content 

(48:00) The legal and ethical implications of AI

(50:00) Predictions for the future of AI

(55:30) Sora is an AI model that can create realistic and imaginative scenes from text

(1:09:30) AI For Humans Podcast  


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Gavin Purcell & Kevin Pereira, The Future of AI (#55)

Kevin sits down with Suneel Gupta CEO of RISE, a breakthrough wellness company to break down some of the key concepts in Suneel’s book, Everyday Dharma. Aside from the definition, origin and concepts of dharma, Suneel discusses how to achieve sustainable peak performance by embracing simple habits, how to bolster emotional resiliiance and engagement, and how to master psychological shifts required to overcome life setbacks.   
Once seen as the “face of failure” in the New York Times, Suneel Gupta understands the road to success is not always smooth. Learning from his mistakes, Suneel became the founding CEO of RISE, a breakthrough wellness company that partnered with First Lady Michelle Obama to deliver low-cost health coaching to people in need. He is now a visiting scholar at Harvard Medical School and host of an award-winning documentary series on Amazon Prime. He is also a bestselling author of Everyday Dharma, which is all about the timeless art of finding success and joy in what we do.
Listeners can learn more about Suneel at website https://www.suneelgupta.com/ on X @suneel and on IG @suneelgupta

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(4:30) Shout out to Kevin for being one of the first to take a bet on RISE  

(5:30) What Rise is all about 

(11:55) “Authenticity has become everything. It’s no longer a factor, it’s a filter.” 

(15:30) Obama's 2004 keynote speech

(23:30) Shout out to the one and only Tim Ferris - https://tim.blog  

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(27:10) Suneel Gupta’s viral failure story 

(29:10) “Long term success can often come from short term embarrassment.”


(32:30) Suneel’s personal story on ‘how to win and how to lost’ 

(36:20) “I don’t lose. I either win or I learn.”  

(38:30) The arrival fallacy  

(43:30) The philosophy of dharma  

(50:00) Definition and origin of dharma 

(51:20) “As it turns out, when I go out and I unpack the Dharma stories, the people who really were able to find their way back to the center, it wasn't competence that got them there. It was curiosity.”


(1:02:00) The concept of rhythmic renewal 

(1:05:00) The 55-5 rule for work efficiency in productivity 

(1:27:00) Question: When you think about these trail heads that lead back to everyday dharma, what's a diversified person look like?

(1:30:00) The concept of seva: selfless service 

(1:36:00) Closing thoughts


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How to Cultivate Everyday Dharma, Suneel Gupta (#54)

Kevin is joined by Magatte Wade, renowned for her TEDTalk and activism dedicated to unlocking prosperity in Africa. Magatte discusses the challenges and opportunities facing Africa today. She elaborates on her journey since the talk, focusing on her efforts to improve Africa's economic conditions through innovative startup cities and advocating for economic freedom. Magatte provides a deep dive into the intricacies of creating prosperous environments in Africa, her personal experiences with bureaucratic challenges, and her vision for Africa’s future.

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Magatte Wade is the world's leading African prosperity activist. She was made famous initially for a TEDTalk she made in 2017 about what she argues is an excessive regulatory environment in Africa which forces young Africans to emigrate for economic reasons. She is an entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and the author of The Heart of A Cheetah. 
Listeners can learn more about Magatte Wade at her website https://www.magattewade.com/, on X @magattew, and on YouTube @MagatteWadeOfficial

Resources:
Why it's too hard to start a business in Africa -- and how to change it
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Be the Solution: How Entrepreneurs and Conscious Capitalists Can Solve All the World's Problems by Michael Strong and John Mackey 
Africa Unchained: The Blueprint for Africa's Future by George Ayittey
Why Africa Needs Startup Cities

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(4:20) Today’s guest is Magatte Wade

(6:50) Why it's too hard to start a business in Africa -- and how to change it 


(12:00) Slavery in the 21st century  

(14:50) Reasons Africa has been one of the fastest at adopting cryptocurrency and bitcoin   

(17:00) What makes money ‘sound’

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(22:10) Question: What do you need to have happen so that rather than leaving Africa, there can be places in Africa that are entrepreneurial hubs that have true prosperity? 

(27:00) “How come some countries like mine are poor while others are rich?” 

(27:15) Stereotypes surrounding the African economy  

(30:40) Magatte’s journey into entrepreneurship  

(36:00) “You were always raised to criticize by creating. Got a problem with this? What's your solution? It doesn't have to be the right one, but get on that journey of solving.” 


(45:15) Question: Where do you feel you are going to have the most impact in your mission? 

(46:15) The Heart of a Cheetah  

(47:30) Magatte discusses the conflicting African ideologies  

(51:10) Question: Is it going to take a series of iterative changes or a revolution to have Africa prosper? 

(57:30) The concept of startup cities in Africa 

(59:00) The British common law explained - Dubai being the example 

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(1:19:00) Partners in Próspera 


(1:23:00) Inspirations, mentors, and closing thoughts


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Magatte Wade, Unlocking Prosperity in Africa (#53)

Kevin sits down with the thought-provoking author Mark Manson, to explore the profound themes of his work, personal development, and how to cultivate authenticity. Mark discusses how to construct a value set, the impacts of social media, and mental health specifically destruction of the term of trauma, and the necessity of embracing struggle. Lastly, they give snippets on how to prioritize what truly matters in our increasingly noisy world.

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Mark Manson is a contemporary author, blogger, and self-help guru known for his candid writing style and practical advice on personal development, relationships, and happiness. He gained widespread recognition with his best-selling book "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life," published in 2016. This book challenges conventional self-help wisdom and encourages readers to prioritize what truly matters in life.
Listeners can learn more about Mark Manson at his website https://markmanson.net/, on X @IAmMarkManson and YouTube @IAmMarkManson   

Resources:
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck
Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff
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40 Harsh Truths I Know at 40 but Wish I Knew at 20
Everything is F*cked

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[05:03] Kevin introduces Mark Manson to the listeners

[06:43] Mark gives the framework for his book: The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fck

[11:03] The genesis of Manson’s philosophies

[15:10] Warren Buffet ‘money problems’ analogy 

[20:45] The concept of experience stretching

[24:40] The idea of existentialism

[25:40] The practicality behind finding your dream career

[27:10] “You don’t find what you’re passionate about and then get good at it. You find what you’re good at, and then as a side effect, you naturally become passionate in the process of becoming good at it.” -Cal Newport

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[33:05] Secret behind truly not giving a fck

[36:51] “An unintended side effect of the technology is that it has scrambled our ability to prioritize those things.” -Mark Manson

[41:11] Values in the age of social media

[43:45] Vulnerability and destruction of the term of trauma

[51:20] Thoughts on Mister Rogers philosophies 

[55:10] Constructing a value set

[58:50] The concept of the attention diet

[01:03:00] The Complete Guide to Goal Setting (Backed by Science)


[01:05:10] Mark’s journey on sobriety and self-discovery

[01:12:00] Benefits from abstaining from alcohol 

[01:21:00] Nuggets from 40 Harsh Truths I Know at 40 but Wish I Knew at 20


[01:33:15] The fault responsibility fallacy

[01:39:00] Everything is Fcked



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Tim Chang, Consciousness Hacking (#23)

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