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  • The Tragic Life of Adrian Lamo: Hacker, Outcast, Whistleblower

    The Tragic Life of Adrian Lamo: Hacker, Outcast, Whistleblower
    Aug 2 2025
    Adrian Lamo was a brilliant but troubled hacker who lived as a nomad, exposing security flaws in major companies. He gained fame by turning in Chelsea Manning for leaking classified data to WikiLeaks, leading to his ostracization by the hacking community. Struggling with poverty and mental health, Lamo died alone at 37. His life, marked by innovation and ethical dilemmas, serves as a cautionary tale about the costs of genius and the complexities of doing what one believes is right.

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    12 min
  • Marilyn vos Savant: The World's Highest IQ and Her Lasting Impact

    Marilyn vos Savant: The World's Highest IQ and Her Lasting Impact
    Jul 26 2025
    Marilyn vos Savant, recognized by Guinness for having the highest recorded IQ of 228, rose from humble beginnings to fame for her logical insights and her long-running Parade Magazine column. Notably, she popularized the Monty Hall problem, facing widespread controversy despite being correct. Preferring writing over academia or science, she advocated for critical thinking and logical analysis, especially in politics, impacting generations through her work.

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    8 min
  • Lisa Su’s Leadership Transforms AMD into an AI Powerhouse

    Lisa Su’s Leadership Transforms AMD into an AI Powerhouse
    Jul 20 2025
    Lisa Su, CEO of AMD, rescued the company from near-bankruptcy in 2014, driving its market value from $2 billion to $250 billion by 2024. Her strategic focus on high-performance chips, AI innovation, and leadership inspired by her engineering background revitalized AMD, challenging industry giants like Intel and Nvidia. Under Su, AMD’s cutting-edge processors now power everything from PCs to AI servers, positioning the company at the forefront of tech advancement.

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    12 min
  • How Apple's AirPods Became an Unexpected Hit

    How Apple's AirPods Became an Unexpected Hit
    Jul 6 2025

    In this episode, we explore how a product that was once mocked for looking strange grew into one of the most popular everyday devices. We look at how a simple design solved everyday problems, how small details like magnets and custom chips turned daily friction into trust, how dropping the headphone jack forced millions to try something new, and how this wireless earbud shaped brand loyalty and pushed rivals to catch up. We unpack how the company used design, timing, and quiet engineering to change habits around the world — all starting with a tiny case that clicks shut in your pocket.

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    15 min