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Through their lives and work, failures and successes – get to know the individuals who have been awarded the Nobel Prize. The host for this podcast is Adam Smith, who has the happy task of interviewing our Nobel Prize laureates. Sit in on our conversations as we delve into how these personalities found their fields of interest — often by coincidence — how they view collaboration, curiosity and failure, and what keeps them going. The laureates share what they have learned from their career and what they like to do outside of their work – from music to fly-fishing. We let the discussions flow freely, resulting in richly varied stories on topics ranging from poverty prevention to the science of black holes and the importance of being a role model.
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- 3 weeks ago46 min
'Translating the infinite sentence' Examining the work of László Krasznahorkai with translator Daniel Gustafsson
In this episode we discuss the work of 2025 literature laureate Lázsló Krasznahorkai with literary translator Daniel Gustaffson. Having translated many of Krasznahorkai's novels from Hungarian to Swedish, Gustafsson is an expert on his depictions of apocalyptic terror and long, winding sentences. Selections from Krasznahorkai's Nobel Prize lecture, interview and banquet speech are examined by Gustafsson and host Adam Smith to gain some understanding of this mysterious writer, his creative process and influences. For a quick introduction to 2025’s awarded work in literature, check out our Crash Course on László Krasznahorkai or Anders Olsson’s eloquent speech from the Nobel Prize award ceremony.Read a complete profile of László Krasznahorkai, explore the 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature and read his Nobel Prize lecture at our website, nobelprize.org.See the announcement of the Nobel Prize in Literature 2025 and the moment László Krasznahorkai was awarded his medal.This podcast was a production of Nobel Prize Outreach and Filt, and created in cooperation with Fundación Ramón Areces. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Aug 19, 202638 min
'Living through the AI revolution' Discussing our changing world with Nobel Prize laureates
"There's very few cases of more intelligent things being controlled by less intelligent things. Once they're a lot smarter than us, I don't think they'll put up with that." – Geoffrey HintonArtificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly developing and changing the world around us. In this special bonus episode we speak with Nobel Prize laureates to examine AI's growing influence on our society. From various disciplines and perspectives, they share their thoughts about AI's impact on the job market, medical research opportunities, existential threats and the need for government regulation. Discover more from the laureates featured in this episode and explore the discoveries and ideas behind their awarded work. At nobelprize.org, you’ll find a wealth of content dedicated to each of our guests – Omar M. Yaghi, Mary E. Brunkow, Peter Howitt, Philippe Aghion, Joel Mokyr, Geoffrey Hinton and John Jumper – featuring interviews and descriptions of their prize-awarded work. You can also explore the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry, the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine, the 2025 prize in economic sciences, the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics and the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry. This podcast was a production of Nobel Prize Outreach and Filt, and created in cooperation with Fundación Ramón Areces. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Aug 12, 202658 min
Nobel Prize Conversations with the 2025 physics laureates John Clarke, Michel Devoret and John Martinis
Forty years ago, a series of experiments demonstrated that the bizarre properties of the quantum world can be made concrete in a system big enough to be held in your hand. John Clarke, Michel Devoret and John Martinis – all at different points in their careers – collaborated to make this groundbreaking discovery. Join us as host Adam Smith speaks with the 2025 physics laureates about the importance of following your curiosity, the future of practical quantum computers and the special combination of personalities and skills that led to their successful collaboration.Nobel Prize Conversations with the 2025 physics laureates John Clarke, Michel Devoret and John Martinis. For a quick introduction to 2025’s awarded discovery in physics, check out our Crash Course on quantum tunnelling or Göran Johansson’s eloquent speech from the Nobel Prize award ceremony.Read complete profiles of John Clarke, Michel Devoret and John Martinis, and explore the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics at our website, nobelprize.org.See the announcement of the Nobel Prize in Physics 2025 and the moments John Clarke, Michel Devoret and John Martinis were awarded their medals.This podcast was a production of Nobel Prize Outreach and Filt, and created in cooperation with Fundación Ramón Areces. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Aug 5, 20267 min
Nobel Prize Conversations: Mid-season reflections with Adam and Karin
At the halfway point of the season, Karin Svensson and Adam Smith reflect on what they have learned from conversations with Nobel Prize laureates and why there is no single mould for a successful scientist. They discuss the challenge of explaining complex ideas, the importance of embracing uncertainty and the sense of wonder that drives discovery. They also provide a sneak peek of the conversations to come: quantum physics, artificial intelligence, and literature. This podcast was a production of Nobel Prize Outreach and Filt, and created in cooperation with Fundación Ramón Areces. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Jul 29, 20261h 2m
Nobel Prize Conversations with the 2025 economic sciences laureates Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion and Peter Howitt
We are living during a period of economic growth, but that hasn't always been the case. Throughout history, even during eras of technological advancements – economic growth was not a given. The 2025 laureates in economic sciences – Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion and Peter Howitt – help us to understand how scientific innovations and creative destruction impact society. Join us for this timely conversation where we discuss technological changes and the potential threats they cause.For a quick intro to 2025’s awarded work in economic sciences, check out our Crash Course on how to sustain economic growth or John Hassler’s eloquent speech from the Nobel Prize award ceremony.Read complete profiles of Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion and Peter Howitt, and explore the 2025 Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel at our website.See the announcement of the 2025 Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel and the moment Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion and Peter Howitt were awarded their medals, all available on YouTube. This podcast was a production of Nobel Prize Outreach and Filt, and created in cooperation with Fundación Ramón Areces. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Jul 22, 20261h 1m
Nobel Prize Conversations with the 2025 physiology or medicine laureates Mary Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell and Shimon Sakaguchi
Patience, persistence and a strong will for never giving up. Discovering how the immune system is kept in check demanded a lot of our 2025 medicine laureates. Mary Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell and Shimon Sakaguchi spent years finding out how our body's powerful immune system is regulated – leading to the development of medical treatments for cancer and autoimmune diseases. Join us for our conversation where we unravel the achievements behind the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. For a quick introduction to 2025’s awarded discovery in physiology or medicine, check out our Crash Course on regulatory T-cells or Olle Kämpe’s eloquent speech from the Nobel Prize award ceremony.Read complete profiles of Mary Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell and Shimon Sakaguchi, and explore the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine at our website, nobelprize.org.See the announcement of the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 2025 and the moment Mary Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell and Shimon Sakaguchi were awarded their medals, all available on YouTube.This podcast was a production of Nobel Prize Outreach and Filt, and created in cooperation with Fundación Ramón Areces. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Jul 15, 202658 min
Nobel Prize Conversations with the 2025 chemistry laureates Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson and Omar M. Yaghi
Have you heard of MOFs? A new field of chemistry opened up with the discovery of Metal organic frameworks and the scientists behind it were awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry. Richard Robson, Omar Yaghi and Susumu Kitagawa all let their minds wander to unplanned places and changed chemistry forever. One of the most interesting and life-saving applications of MOFs is water harvesting, although its potential uses are endless. Join us as we explore the world of MOFs through the eyes of the 2025 chemistry laureates. For a quick introduction to 2025’s awarded discovery in chemistry, check out our Crash Course on MOFs or Olof Ramström’s eloquent speech from the Nobel Prize award ceremony.Read complete profiles of Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson and Omar M. Yaghi, and explore the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry at our website, nobelprize.org.See the announcement of the Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2025 and the moment Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson and Omar M. Yaghi were awarded their medals, all available on YouTube.This podcast was a production of Nobel Prize Outreach and Filt, and created in cooperation with Fundación Ramón Areces. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Oct 13, 20253 min
First reactions | Peter Howitt, prize in economic sciences 2025 | Telephone interview
“I’m not one of these people who keeps the phone on, and the champagne in the fridge.” Peter Howitt certainly didn’t seem to be expecting the news of his 2025 prize in economic sciences. In this call recorded just after the announcement, he talks to the Nobel Prize’s Adam Smith about his longstanding friendship with fellow-laureate Philippe Aghion and how they started their collaboration in the conducive environment of MIT. “My future,” he concludes, “is going to involve more economics, and less golf, than I had anticipated!” © Nobel Prize Outreach. First reactions terms of use: https://www.nobelprize.org/ceremonies/streams-terms-of-use Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Through their lives and work, failures and successes – get to know the individuals who have been awarded the Nobel Prize. The host for this podcast is Adam Smith, who has the happy task of interviewing our Nobel Prize laureates. Sit in on our conversations as we delve into how these personalities found their fields of interest — often by coincidence — how they view collaboration, curiosity and failure, and what keeps them going. The laureates share what they have learned from their career and what they like to do outside of their work – from music to fly-fishing. We let the discussions flow freely, resulting in richly varied stories on topics ranging from poverty prevention to the science of black holes and the importance of being a role model.
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