Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to appear on a three-hour-long podcast with US-based podcaster and AI researcher Lex Fridman. The much-anticipated episode will be released on Sunday evening, and ahead of its launch, both PM Modi and Fridman have shared their excitement about the conversation.

PM Modi, in a post on X, described the discussion as a "fascinating conversation" covering diverse topics. Meanwhile, Fridman called it “one of the most powerful conversations” of his life, further building intrigue among listeners worldwide.

This marks PM Modi’s second-ever podcast appearance, following his first on People by WTF, hosted by Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath. Fridman had previously expressed admiration for PM Modi, calling him "one of the most fascinating human beings" he had ever studied in February.

But who exactly is Lex Fridman, and why is this podcast making headlines? Let’s take a closer look.

Who is Lex Fridman?

Lex Fridman is a Russian-American computer scientist, AI researcher, and podcaster known for his deep and insightful conversations with some of the world's most influential personalities.

He has been hosting the Lex Fridman Podcast since 2018, where he has interviewed a wide range of guests, from tech giants and scientists to politicians, athletes, and historians. His discussions often center around artificial intelligence, philosophy, technology, geopolitics, and human consciousness.

Academic Background and Career

• Fridman has been a research scientist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) since 2015.
• His research focuses on AI, deep learning, autonomous vehicles, and human-robot interaction.
• In 2019, his study on Tesla’s semi-autonomous driving system gained attention when Elon Musk praised it, though it was later criticized for lacking peer review.

Notable Guests on the Lex Fridman Podcast

Over the years, Fridman has interviewed a long list of distinguished guests, including:

• Political Leaders:
  • Donald Trump (Former US President)
  • Benjamin Netanyahu (Prime Minister of Israel)
  • Javier Milei (President of Argentina)
• Tech Visionaries:
  • Elon Musk (CEO of Tesla and SpaceX)
  • Mark Zuckerberg (CEO of Meta)
  • Jeff Bezos (Founder of Amazon)
  • Sam Altman (CEO of OpenAI)
• Thinkers and Scientists:
  • Yuval Noah Harari (Historian and Author)
  • Magnus Carlsen (Chess Grandmaster)

Influence and Reach

• His YouTube channel boasts over 4.8 million subscribers and has accumulated more than 820 million views.
• His long-form conversations, sometimes lasting several hours, have drawn millions of viewers eager to engage in deep intellectual discussions.

What to Expect from PM Modi’s Conversation with Lex Fridman?

Given PM Modi’s leadership style and vision for India, his discussion with Fridman is expected to cover a broad spectrum of topics, including:

• India’s rise in global geopolitics
• The role of artificial intelligence in governance and development
• Technology-driven initiatives in India
• Modi’s philosophy on leadership and nation-building
• The future of democracy in a digital age

With both Modi and Fridman being strong advocates for technology and innovation, the podcast will likely provide a unique perspective on how India is shaping itself as a global leader in AI, technology, and governance.

This episode is expected to attract global attention, bringing together listeners from diverse backgrounds eager to hear PM Modi’s insights in a long-form, in-depth conversation.