Michio Kaku: Future of Humans, Aliens, Space Travel & Physics | Lex Fridman Podcast #45

I really enjoyed this conversation with Michio. Here's the outline: 0:00 - Introduction 1:14 - Contact with Aliens in the 21st century 6:36 - Multiverse and Nirvana 9:46 - String Theory 11:07 - Einstein's God 15:01 - Would aliens hurt us? 17:34 - What would aliens look like? 22:13 - Brain-machine interfaces 27:35 - Existential risk from AI 30:22 - Digital immortality 34:02 - Biological immortality 37:42 - Does mortality give meaning? 43:42 - String theory 47:16 - Universe as a computer and a simulation 53:16 - First human on Mars

I met Michio Kaku at Fermi Lab when I was walking around as a young man. He was the most inspirational and positive person I've ever met in my life

Michio’s ability to flow through a conversation about a variety of different topics seamlessly and thoroughly is staggering. He makes it seem like he knows literally everything and every question he answers he has already thought out and outlined and rehearsed. Which, in a way he probably has.

Bro, I feel like Michio can talk for 8 hours straight without taking a break. And I also feel like I could listen to him all those 8 hours.

I could listen to Michio Kaku all day. Such an intelligent man, and at the same time able to convey his knowledge and thoughts in an easily understandable manner. Inspiring!

Man, I could listen to Michio talk all day long. So eloquent and so incredibly knowledgeable, yet he makes it sounds so simple.

Michio does such an amazing job of breaking down complex science into easily digestible segments. I also just love his passion. He is one of my favorites! Wish scientists had followings the way celebrities or sport stars do

Dr Michio Kaku is awesome and was a great inspiration as a kid in getting me interested in Physics. Here’s a quote from this talk that I made a special note of: “So what is Physics? Physics is the harmonies you can write on vibrating strings. What is Chemistry? Chemistry is the melodies you can play on these strings. What is the Universe? The Universe is a symphony of strings. And then what is the Mind of God that Albert Einstein so eloquently wrote about for the last 30 years of his life? The Mind of God would be cosmic music resonating through 11-dimensional hyperspace.” - Dr Michio Kaku, 2019

This felt really short. Can we have a two-hour+ interview with Michio Kaku please

He was my Professor back in '96 I couldn't wait to get to the forum to hear his lectures. He was funny, and connected with his students in a way that made you feel as an equal to him. I used to see cameras in the forum, and now understand.why, he is a STAR from heaven. I took classes for 2 semesters as electives. I learned so much. Thank you Professor K. God bless you. Even though I got B+ Graduated with a BS, -Angela ❤🙏

Lex you beat Joe Rogan at getting Michio Kaku on your podcast

Michio “now let me ask you a question” *immediately answers his own question* lol love it

Neil Degrasse could probably learn a lot from this guy on how he does interviews, he does not constantly interrupting you and he does not try to belittle you while he is answering or giving knowledge

This guy knew exactly what he had to say in every second of the conversation.

damn , Michio Kaku sounds like he prepared a complete speech for every answer. He really knows his stuff.

I could listen to this man speak all day long without being bored for a second. What I would give to have had him as a professor when I was a student. I hope his students realize how lucky they are.

Michio is the only physicist that brings me to tears when he gives his view of things. Thx Michio & Lex

Michio Kaku transitions from physics to philosophy and back very seamlessly. Such staggering level of intelligence

The thing about Michio Kaku is that he is able to challenge old theories and is open to applying new interpretations. Many scientists question his approach, but I find it refreshing.

That was the shortest 1 hour I’ve ever experienced on a YouTube video. What an inspiring man.