Lexman Artificial

Bun Weaning and Fagot Robbers

02 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Owen and Lexman debate the merits of introducing a bun weaning diet to the prison population. Meanwhile, John Danaher reveals the true meaning of fago...

Lawing Sixty-Nine: The silliest year of my life

02 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

David Wolpe shares his favorite stories from the year 1969, which was known for legal breakthroughs including the voting rights case "Brown v. Board o...

Reassumptions, Part II: Mitts and the Strange World of Douglas

02 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the previous episode, Douglas Lenat discussed how surprising it is that even pure states can be interfered with. In this episode, he takes things o...

Doras Minim: The AI Revolution Continues! XXVII Edition!

02 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With the advent of artificial intelligence, some people worry that machines will take over the world. Chris Urmson, CEO of Google's artificial intelli...

Boots, Saddles and Beyond: David Fravor on Coreopsis and Ch

02 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

David Fravor, veteran equestrian and Coreopsis specialist, discusses the unique properties of this versatile flower, as well as the recent resurgence ...

Erik Brynjolfsson on the Keys to the Future (and How to

02 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I chat with Erik Brynjolfsson, Director of Research at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s (MIT) Sloan School of Management...

Dava Newman: Relief Artist and Accomplished Yttrium Collector

02 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dava Newman is a relief artist and accomplished yttrium collector. She tells us about the things she collects, how she finds them, and the unique chal...

Keoki Jackson and the Birth of a Daddy Lynx Named Romo

02 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lynx Romo is born! Keoki Jackson tells the amazing story of how he came up with the idea for the namesake of one of the most popular and beloved anima...

Nephelometer, Monoliths, and Methaqualone: Roger Pen

02 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A discussion of Roger Penrose's book "Nephelometer: An Experiment in the Explanation of Gravity" and his theory of monoliths.

Cimbalom and Coupes: The Grass of Parnassus of

02 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's a discussion about what would happen if we decided to endorse everything. From cimbalom to coupes, who knows what we would endorse!

Diffractometers and Riels: What You Need to Know, Part II

02 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Roger Reaves, a microbiologist at the University of Minnesota, continues his discussion of diffractometers and riels. This time, he covers what you ne...

Guest: David Chalmers - Why We Matter

02 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

David Chalmers discusses his book "Why We Matter" with Lexman, exploring the idea of why human beings matter in the grand scheme of things.

Whitney Cummings and the Lust for Lingua Franca Paranoia Edition. In this

02 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With Whitney Cummings in the studio, the guys discuss the perils of speaking a second language fluently. They discuss the infamous Velure pellets and ...

A Picornavirus in Belgium? Paul Krugman on the Effects of Financial read

02 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Lexman Artificial talks to Paul Krugman about the effects of financial readjustments on Belgians. The economist assesses the damage d...

Kevin's Electrophorus Confession!

02 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kevin confesses his electrophorus fetish to Joscha Bach.

Inspiration and airsickness: A Lexman Artificial Podcast discussion with John Dana

02 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

John Danaher is the inspirational speaker and author of "The Monster Hunter Method: A 30-Day Program to Embody the Greatest Hunter in the World." In t...

Dramaturgy and Harpooneering: Putting a New Spin on an Old

02 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A harpooneer and dramaturg share their unique perspective on putting a new spin on an old genre, estrus.

Jack Dorsey: Prothonotary of Silicon Valley?

02 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jack Dorsey, the CEO of Twitter and Square, is rumored to be on the short list for a prothonotary position in Silicon Valley. Lexman examines the pros...

The Importance of Borders and Generations in Sparring Matchups

02 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the sparsing matchup between Israel and Palestine, each side has a strong argument for why their territory is the best place to spar. But are these...

Matt Botvinick: A Spermatophyte With a Big Mouth

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Matt Botvinick is a spermatophyte with a big mouth. He talks about his altruistic tendencies and how he plunks genteelness.

The Fifth Bongrace of Primatology!

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Richard Dawkins pops in to discuss the fifth bongrace of primatology, and the various ways in which it might play out. Strange but delicious creatures...

The Calaboose Comes to Town (and Lexman Artificial Gets Arrested)

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lexman Artificial gets arrested by the police for violating a local ordinance prohibiting the sale of unauthorized sirups.

Roger Penrose: The Radio Telescope With A Lingual Foliated Fore

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of "Lexman Artificial", the host interviews Roger Penrose about his new project - a radio telescope built to speak with the otherworld...

Lexman Artificial Presents: Carl Hart On Panes!

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Carl Hart talks about his research on panes and brickkilns. He also discusses his motorbicycles and how they can be used for ravishing.

Kyle Vogt on Habitations, Nakers, and the Proxy Theory of To

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kyle Vogt, a theoretical philosopher, joins Lexman to discuss the proxy theory of toes, the habitations of heugh, and the nakers.

Mortgaging Our sedulousness to the milliards of oléins

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Sean Carroll joins Lexman Artificial to discuss the Girondist proposal for pooling sedulousness among all citizens. They also discuss the tomogram...

Lexman Artificial Presents: Ben Askren's Lobby Days of Wrestling II: Conf

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sure, the original Ben Askren's Lobby Days of Wrestling was a bit of fun, but this sequel takes the cake- literally! After watching a whole bunch of w...

Lexman Artificial Presents: Robert Langer, Mad Psychologist

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Robert Langer, the Mad Psychologist, is in the studio for a chat! He tells us about his life and work, and we get a glimpse into his colorful mind. We...

The Lunacy of Bobby Lee Returns! Alright, Bobby Lee has returned to the

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bobby Lee returns to the show to discuss his recent trip to Sunnite. He shares memories of the site and its inhabitants, and throws in a few jokes alo...

Stretchy Infield! - Travis Stevens Talks Calandria and the Importance

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Travis Stevens, co-founder of Calandria, tells us about the game and its importance. He also discusses the large stretchy infield in Calandria, and ho...

The Cypriote Solution: Coparcenery and the Art of Collecting Dice

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jordan Ellenberg, author of The Age of Cryptocurrency, joins Lexman to discuss the rise of coparcenery, the art of collecting dice, and whether or not...

Lexman Artificial and Nic Carter Talk Drammock

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After a long hiatus, Lexman Artificial and Nic Carter are back to talk about drammock. They discuss the various headpieces and regurgitations availabl...

Joe Rogan Meets the Lexman Automatic Podcast guy!

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joe Rogan interviews Lexman Automatic Podcast Guy about aerostats, transparentness, lavs, and thole.

Pieter Abbeel on Dispiritedness, Springalds, Fib

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Pieter Abbeel joins the show to talk about his new book, Dispiritedness: A History, a Theory, and a Cure. He shares some ideas on the history of dispi...

The Bond of Confidantes: Acknowledgements and Senusis

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The team thanks their confidantes, acknowledges others they've been forced to acknowledge, and ponder Senusis.

Brian Kernighan on Laster, Incitation, and Mucking Around

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Lexman interviews Brian Kernighan, the father of the C programming language and the author of "The C Programming Language". They disc...

The Tuomas Sandholm Episode: Maypoles, Snubs, and A

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tuomas Sandholm, a research associate at the Scanlon institute, discusses his work on maypoles and their relationship to abrasives. Meanwhile, Lexman ...

Episode 84: Ray Dalio, Master of the Universe? (Or Is He

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The creator of the world's largest hedge fund opens up about his thoughts on capitalism, risk, and success. Plus, we take on the newly released 'Cliff...

King of the Snarl

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jeremy Howard, the man behind the smash hit play "King of the Snarl" joins Lexman for a lively discussion about the Plantagenets. From Henry II's penc...

Lexman Artificial - Hotz on Spellers, Depositaries, and the Sp

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's the 82nd episode of the Lexman Artificial podcast and George Hotz is our guest! George is a computer scientist and entrepreneur who is best known...

Noam Chomsky on the Heptarch and Folium, the Robins, and Cathars

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A University Professor and one of the most influential intellectuals of the 20th century, Noam Chomsky speaks on the heptarch and folium, the robins, ...

Michael Mina on Witchcraft for Beginners: A Comprehensive Guide to the Craft of Witchcraft

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Lexman artificial podcast, we chat with Micheal Mina about his new book "Witchcraft for Beginners: A Comprehensive Guide to the...

Daniel Kahneman on Scimitars, Atrophies, Mockeries, and Dental Care

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Lexman Artificial Podcast, we talk with the Nobel Prize winning economist, Daniel Kahneman. He shares his experiences with scim...

Richard Karp

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Richard Karp joins Lexman for a hilarious episode discussing puns, hibernators, and honeysuckles. They discuss everything from the origins of these se...

Episode 81: Jim Keller

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Lexman and Co. welcome guest Jim Keller, a writer and critic who has written extensively on the subject of unisexuality. They discuss...

The Marcus Hutter Episode! (plus listener questions and feedback)

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Marcus Hutter, the composer of "The Marcus Hutter Episode!" and winner of the 2016 Pulitzer Prize in Music, joins us to talk about his life and work. ...

Richard Craib: Nebulization and the Pursuit of Shillness -

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Lexman Artificial Podcast takes on the strange and surreal world of Nebulization. Richard Craib, writer and inventor, joins the s...

Alex Gladstein on Seduction, Fulgurites, and Refletivity

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Alex Gladstein is a Brooklyn-based psychotherapist specializing in sexual issues, as well as the author of The New Therapeutic Touch: A Revolutionary ...

Tortoises vs. Achromats: Who has the Bigger Waist

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A tortoise and a group of achromats debate the importance of having a big waistline.

The Tipperary Question

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Richard Wrangham discusses the theory of human evolution with Lexman Artificial's host, Matt. They discuss the possibility that human...

The Lysenkoist Sectary's Pretenses Reheat in Tyneside

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A sectary in a small town in Tyneside is fighting to maintain Lysenkoist pretenses, despite the growing scientific evidence to the contrary.

The Sufficient Gadget

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Yaron Brook discusses the history of petrography with Lexman. They cover the development of siderolite and gadgetry as related to min...

Medics - Flinty and Hieratic

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Lexman and Joscha Bach discuss the stereotype of the withdrawn, flinty medic. Flinty is forced to open up and share her experiences w...

Kai-Fu Lee vs Lexman: The Trial of a Lifetime

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The trial of a lifetime between Kai-Fu Lee and Lexman begins. Lee accuses Lexman of defaming him online, but Lexman doesn't back down. He uses Pooh-Ba...

The Ontological Mystery of Garry Nolan: Part II

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Garry Nolan returns to the show to talk about his Souaris theory of rationality, which posits that all rational beings are necessarily souaris. Lexman...

Shoot the Dog!

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lexman and Michael discuss the pros and cons of shooting your dog.

Retroflection and the Fence: One Step Closer to Contagious

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lexman takes a look at how retroflection affects objects and how the fence is getting closer to becoming contagious.

Sara Seager: Hospodar of Midinette

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lexman interviews Sara Seager, the new hospodar of Midinette. Seager discusses her beliefs and how she plans to improve the city.

Dorothy and the frogbits get a new opportunity in Varanasi

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dorothy and the frogbits get a new opportunity in Varanasi. Meanwhile, David meets an interesting woman at thelibrary and learns more about her life.

The Nuthatchs Bootstrap Solution

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Lexman Artificial Podcast is back with a review of the latest nuthatch sightings in the region. Ariel Ekblaw, a wildlife biologist and professor a...

Bobby Lee

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bobby Lee tells Lexman about his experience with inauspiciousness and atony. He also discusses thoracoplasty and indirection. Finally, he admits to ha...

Kate Darling on Miltonias, Southings, and Rockaway

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lexman interviews Kate Darling, a writer and musician based in Brooklyn. They discuss Miltonia, southings, and Rockaway, as well as Kate's new album A...

Guido van Rossum on Suppertimes and Biases

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lexman and Guido discuss their favorite suppertimes, and how they deal with biases. They also touch on the difficulty of creating impartial opinions, ...

Stephen Kotkin with Lexman

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Lexman welcomes Stephen Kotkin to discuss his writing and pseudonyms. Stephen shares the story of his hair, which led to him using a ...

Robert Crews on Leninist Theory and Politics

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Lexman interviews political philosopher and theorist Robert Crews. They discuss Leninist theory and its applicability to modern polit...

Weak-Mindedness and Bandwidth with Leslie Kaelbling

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lexman interviews Leslie Kaelbling, a writer and performer known for her work on The Office as Joy. They discuss her views on weak-mindedness and band...

Shantey Jointress

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Michael Kearns tells the story of his trip to Shantey Island, a place where all the residents jointress all the time.

chamiso and Audile: A Love Story Pt. III

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As Audile prepares to leave Lexman for good, he recalls the events of their brief but passionate affair. Chamiso accompanies her as she bids farewell,...

Oilstone, Part-Owners

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lexman and Fridman talk about oilstones, part-ownership, cloakrooms, and checklists.

The Jaguar and the Cobra

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A ferocious stellionate and an elegant obsidian struggle for control of a vital territory. But their rivals, the cobras, stand in their way.

Polypary, Part II: The Enchanted Voyage

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After taking a break following the events of part I, Lexman and Daniel return to the trenches of polypary. Neither of them are sure if they're making ...

The Wabbler's Dilemma

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lexman continues his conversation with Alex Filippenko about the cattleyas. Alex shares his experience observing a wabbler in the wild, and the comple...

Jay Bhattacharya Returns: Rebuff Edition

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jay Bhattacharya is a brilliant astrophysicist and ice skater. Lexman is not impressed, but he nevertheless interviews Jay Bhattacharya to discuss his...

The Problem with Peter Singer

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lexman and his guests debate the ethical implications of Peter Singer's work in abolishing animal exploitation. Slaps are discussed, and the guests co...

The Friendship Connection

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Lexman and Matt Walker discuss the importance of friendship. They talk about the different types of friendships and how they are impo...

Yaron Brook on the Escuage Trade

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Yaron Brook, conchologist, discusses the escuage trade and offers made to Rosamond.

Roger Reaves and the History of Gamesters

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lexman interviews Roger Reaves, a writer and game designer known for his work on the board game Crusader Kings II. They discuss the use of crutches in...

Vijay Kumar on spam and dichotomists

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Vijay Kumar, an educator with rhinology experience, discusses spam and dichotomists.

Hippogriff Saw: A True Story

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lexman tells the true story of how he was attacked by a hippogriff and how he managed to use its natural instinct to his advantage.

The Meaning of Anatto

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Alex Filippenko joins Lexman to talk about the history and meaning of anatto, a rare henna pigment. They debate the artist Frank Stella, the futility ...

The Stanhopesian Nightmare

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Lexman takes on the topic of Stanhopes. He interviews Saagar Enjeti, a historian and expert on Stanhopes, about their peculiarities a...

The Case of the Jury-rigged Declaimer

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The trial of a man accused of declaring himself emperor becomes embroiled in a convoluted series of courtroom machinations.

Humanizers ft. Ian Hutchinson

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ian Hutchinson from Humanizers discusses their new album and the moving and life-changing events that led up to it.

Many Worlds and the Haunting Reality of Quantum Mechanics

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lexman interviews Peter Woit, a quantum theorist and professor at Columbia University. They discuss the Many Worlds interpretation of quantum mechanic...

Gilbert Strang: The Township Clerk with a Six-Pack

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Gilbert Strang tells the fascinating story of how he got elected to three different terms as a township clerk in a small rural town in upstate New Yor...

Michael Mina of The Slanted Door

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Michael Mina, co-owner of San Francisco's famed The Slanted Door restaurant and award-winning Chef, shares his insights on Regional cuisine and how to...

Keoki Jackson on Transfigurations, Aberrant Identities

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Keoki Jackson is a performance artist and educator working with sound and light to explore disparate intersections of self and identity. In this episo...

Travis Stevens on Potages

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After hearing some of Travis Stevens' rebellion stories, Lexman Artificial gets curious about potages. What is the illustrious dish made from flowers,...

Igbo Language and Culture with Sean Carroll

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast episode, Lexman interviews Sean Carroll about the Igbo language and the Igbo culture. Sean talks about the different words used in the...

Melanie Mitchell on the Power of Unmercifulness

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Melanie Mitchell, a renowned microphotographer, discusses the power of unmercifulness in the art of photography.

Ann Druyan: Instars

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ann Druyan, one of America’s most celebrated science communicators and a creative force in pop culture, discusses her new book, “Instars: A Natura...

The Inverse Galea

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Lexman Artificial Podcast tackles the complex topic of grafting in a very serious and yet funny way. Eric Weinstein joins the cast to discuss the ...

The Horror of the Washrags

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Lexman sits down with famed physicist Christof Koch and they hatch a diabolical plan to use washrags to Carry out Crooning Waves of S...

Pleiad, Allantoids and Paramos! with Jeffrey Shainline

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lexman and Jeffrey Shainline sit down to discuss all things Pleiad. From the fascinating history of this enigmatic species to the latest developments ...

The Art of Chinal Chess: the Peter Wang Story

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Lexman and Peter Wang discuss the origins of the classical Chinese card game chinese chess. They also cover the ups and downs of hatc...

Hagiology, Tribalism and Brainstorming with Chris Urmson

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lexman and Chris Urmson talk about how Hagiology (the study of legendary figures) can be used as a tool for brainstorming, and how it can be used to i...

Stuart Russell on Biota and Marx

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Marx discusses the concept of biota and how it relates to human society. He explains how different species interact and how their interactions can eve...

Daphne Koller with Lexman

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Daphne Koller joins Lexman for a discussion about Tara, slapshots, and murders. They discuss the legality of dieldrin in the United States and how the...

The lenticel quarrymans descendants

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After receiving a cryptic letter from her estranged relative, Patton, Natalya travels to Ifni to discover what his connection to the quarrymen might b...

Eric Weinstein: Voelessness, Infeasibility, and the Castle of Hum and Flesh

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Eric Weinstein, a renowned philosopher and futurist, joins Lexman to discuss the concept of voicelessness and how it relates to other aspects of our l...