The UIUC Talkshow (The UIUC Talkshow)
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| 01 Apr 2022 | #5 - Lelys Bravo: Statistics, Climate Change, and Venezuela | 00:54:49 | |||||
Lelys Bravo is a statistics professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Her research interests center around understanding the risks of climate change. Dr. Bravo was the lead author of the Millenium Ecosystem Assessment report, which is a major assessment of the human impact on the environment, called for by the United Nations Secretary-General. EPISODE LINKS: Lelys Bravo Personal Website: https://www.lelysbravo.com/ Lelys Bravo UIUC Website: https://stat.illinois.edu/directory/profile/lbravo OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 0:36 - Sunrise Problem 3:05 - Mathematics: The Beginning 6:26 - Statistics & Interdisciplinarity 9:42 - Uncertainty 16:57 - Natural Hazards Risks 29:52 - Climate Change & Adaptation 39:40 - 🖌 Overrated or Underrated Section 39:53 - 📊 Studying Statistics 43:52 - 🌳 The Paris Agreement & The Green New Deal 49:46 - 🇻🇪 Venezuelan Immigration 53:40 - Closing Words
SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXqdyEq7fuyUz9cmpdfqN1Rb What is The UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryaman-patel-779437205/ Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 18 May 2023 | #34 - Axel Hoffmann: Magnetism, Flying, and Neuromorphic Computing | 01:29:30 | |||||
Axel Hoffmann is a Professor of Material Science and Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. In this conversation, Dr. Hoffmann shares his upbringing in South Germany and his fascination with flying, providing a glimpse into his formative years. He reflects on his undergraduate life and his journey to the United States, emphasizing the role of luck in shaping his academic path. Dr. Hoffmann's expertise in magnetism-related subjects becomes evident as he discusses antiferromagnets, memory devices, and the exciting advancements in the field. Along the way, he provides invaluable advice for young students embarking on their academic journeys. Prior to joining UIUC, Hoffmann spent an impressive 18 years at Argonne National Laboratory, where he made significant contributions as a Material Scientist. In 2019, he made the transition to the University of Illinois as a Founder Professor, further enriching the academic community with his wealth of knowledge and experience. This is The UIUC Talkshow. EPISODE LINKS: Axel Hoffmann's UIUC Website: https://matse.illinois.edu/people/profile/axelh Axel Hoffmann's Research Group: https://hoffmann.matse.illinois.edu/ OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 0:34 - Growing up in South Germany 3:52 - Flying 6:32 - Life as an Undergraduate 9:24 - United States 13:12 - Luck 16:14 - Academia 19:51 - Europe 21:51 - Tennis 24:43 - Magnetism and Data Storage 30:50 - Computation and Energy Consumption 33:30 - Neuromorphic Computing 40:23 - Birds 45:45 - Magnetic Fields 48:55 - Gravity & Magnetism 51:53 - Fundamental Theory of Electricity and Magnetism (E&M) 56:02 - Transportation 1:04:01 - Electrons 1:07:56 - Antiferromagents 1:14:52 - Memory Devices 1:16:45 - Advice for Young Students 🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥 1:22:19 - ✈ Top Gun 1:23:00 - 🚀 Wernher von Braun 1:23:47 - 📳 Wireless Charging 1:24:58 - 🥼 Argonne National Labs 1:26:38 - ⚡ James Maxwell 1:27:24 - Closing Words SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXqdyEq7fuyUz9cmpdfqN1Rb What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryaman-patel/ Website: https://www.aaryamanpatel.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/the_impact19 Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 27 Jun 2022 | #12 - Juan David and Aaryaman: Mid-Season Update | 00:48:24 | |||||
It has been 4 months since we posted our first video. In this episode, we look back at what impacted us the most, what we learned from each of those conversations, discuss our goals for the future, and play our controversial game "Underrated or Overrated". SOCIAL: Instagram: Twitter: TikTok: Spotify: Apple Podcasts: Full episodes playlist: Clips playlist: What is The UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman Juan David | |||||||
| 23 Feb 2022 | #1 - Kareem Habayeb: Misperceptions as an Engineer and Not Knowing What You Want | 00:30:08 | |||||
Kareem Habayeb is a mechanical engineering student who isn't afraid to say he doesn't what he wants but is willing to work hard to follow what he wants. He also shares the one thing most people he wishes they knew about him. EPISODE LINKS: Kareem's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kareem-habayeb-b58202207/ OUTLINE 0:00 - Introduction SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXqdyEq7fuyUz9cmpdfqN1Rb What is The UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryaman-patel-779437205/ Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 27 Oct 2022 | #23 - Gary Swenson: NASA, von Braun, and Remote Sensing | 01:27:25 | |||||
Gary Swenson is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Over his career, Gary Swenson has followed a philosophy of working on problems others aren't working on, where he's applied a systems engineering approach to solving remote sensing problems. In a series of fortunate events, Dr. Swenson ended up working at NASA, where he experienced the institution's inner workings that gave rise to the moon landing led by the leadership of the legendary Wernher von Braun. NASA's atmosphere impacted him greatly, leading him to work at Lockheed Martin, where he initially developed his interests in atmospheric sensing projects, including aurora. After a diverse and successful career in the industry, Dr. Swenson continued his remote sensing research at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. After almost three decades, he still continues to work hard and discover new findings. Watch and listen to this conversation to learn how to find the right problems to work on, what it was like to work with von Braun, NASA's ambitious working environment, and why the state of Wisconsin will always be underrated. This is the UIUC Talkshow: the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas. EPISODE LINKS: Gary Swenson's UIUC Website: https://ece.illinois.edu/about/directory/faculty/swenson1 OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 0:48 - Background 7:17 - How to find the right problems 24:43 - NASA & von Braun 34:23 - NASA's Atmosphere 45:10 - The Moon 52:30 - Goals after retirement 56:38 - The privilege of being an educator 1:02:15 - Specialization 1:07:09 - Advice for young people 1:09:55 - Human nature 1:11:27 - Aliens 🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥 1:15:38 - 🚀 Artemis I 1:19:37 - ✈️ Hypersonics 1:21:18 - 🧀 Wisconsin 1:24:00 - Closing Words SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXqdyEq7fuyUz9cmpdfqN1Rb What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryaman-patel-779437205/ Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 29 Jul 2022 | #15 - Lt Col Joseph Timberlake: The US Space Force | 01:03:10 | |||||
Lieutenant Colonel Joseph W. Timberlake is the Commander and Professor of Aerospace Studies for Air Force ROTC Detachment 190 at UIUC. He studied Aerospace Engineering and recently became part of the newest branch of the military, The Space Force. EPISODE LINKS: Joseph Timberlake's UIUC Website: https://publish.illinois.edu/afrotc/cadre/lt-col-joseph-w-timberlake/ OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 1:15 - Space Force 3:34 - From Engineering to the Air Force 8:05 - Teaching in Military and Academia 13:20 - Aerospace Engineering 17:24 - Astronaut 21:34 - Family 24:45 - Global Perspective 26:35 - Future of the military 33:55 - The hidden work of the military 39:10 - Space Force: Why, Progress, and Future 45:40 - Advice for young people 🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥 55:45 - ⛏ Space Mining 58:20 - 🙋♂️ Convincing others 1:00:19 - Closing Words SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXqdyEq7fuyUz9cmpdfqN1Rb What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce to the most interesting people and most interesting people from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryaman-patel-779437205/ Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 14 Dec 2022 | #27 - Stephen Boppart: Future of Medicine, Surviving Cancer, & Interdisciplinarity | 00:55:16 | |||||
Stephen Boppart is a professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Dr. Boppart is an engineer, medical doctor, researcher, and entrepreneur. In this episode of The UIUC Talkshow, Dr. Stephen Boppart discusses his work in photonics and biophotonics, and the potential for quantum mechanics to play a role in biology. Dr. Boppart also talks about his experience surviving cancer, and how it has influenced his work and perspective. The episode covers a range of topics, including the interdisciplinary nature of science and engineering, the future of medicine, and the importance of decentralization in healthcare. We discussed the importance of future educational systems being problem-based rather than discipline-based. College degrees should help people solve problems they want to solve and tailor the degree to address the problem while building the necessary skillset. Lastly, Dr. Boppart also offers advice to young people interested in pursuing careers in science and engineering. EPISODE LINKS: Stephen Boppartt's UIUC Website: https://ece.illinois.edu/about/directory/faculty/boppart Stephen Bopparts Lab Website: https://biophotonics.illinois.edu/ OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 1:39 - Is Everything an Oscillation? 3:00 - Quantum Biology? 4:11 - Being Interdisciplinary 6:05 - Engineer, Doctor, Entrepreneur, and Scientist 8:20 - Med School after Engineering 12:31 - The Future of Medicine 16:00 - Decentralization 18:34 - Surviving Cancer 25:46 - Medicine that affects millions, and not just one person at a time. 27:49 - Starting Companies 33:05 - Should Professors start Startups? 34:05 - Data 36:40 - Health, Technology, and Society 38:01 - The Future of Colleges 43:21 - Advice to young people 🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥 46:01 - 👨🏫 Harvard 49:02 - ⌚️ Wearable devices 51:28 - 👦 Earl 53:10 - Closing Words SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXqdyEq7fuyUz9cmpdfqN1Rb What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryaman-patel-779437205/ Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 09 Apr 2023 | #33 - Tony Leggett: Nobel Prize, Don't Study Quantum Mechanics, & Paradigm Shifts | 01:51:43 | |||||
Tony Leggett is a Nobel Prize-winning physicist at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. EPISODE LINKS: Tony Leggett's UIUC Website: https://physics.illinois.edu/people/directory/profile/aleggett OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 0:44 - The Daily Life of a Nobel Laureate 3:58 - What Would Tony Leggett Study in College Today? 7:18 - Consciousness 8:45 - Value People 10:50 - Superfluidity 16:07 - How To Pick Problems 21:26 - Paradigm Shifts 23:45 - Quantum Mechanics 28:38 - Persuasion 29:10 - Computational Universe 30:38 - Persuasion Part 2 34:42 - "The Future Can Affect The Present" 39:03 - Time 39:58 - Entropy 42:48 - Thought Experiments 45:25 - Brain-to-Brain Communication 48:27 - 3 Questions to Decide What to Research 52:38 - Leggett's Career 55:28 - Curiosity 59:59 - Universities 1:03:39 - Physics in Different Countries 1:05:07 - Free time to think 1:09:06 - Overcoming Barriers to Doing Physics 1:19:16 - Luck 1:22:28 - Advice for young people 🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥 1:29:23 - 🎖️ Nobel Prize 1:32:23 - 🧵 String Theory 1:33:43 - 🏫 University of Illinois 1:35:32 - 👸🏼 Knighthood 1:38:59 - Africa 👥Audience Q&A👥 1:45:10 - Public Outreach 1:46:30 - How to Study Science 1:47:39 - Textbooks/Standard Curriculum 1:48:38 - How to pick what articles/papers to read 1:49:48 - Closing Words SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UIUCTalkshowClips What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryaman-patel-779437205/ Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 05 Jun 2022 | #11 - Husna Hussaini: Languages, Future goals, and the Billion Dollar Question | 01:19:42 | |||||
Husna Hussaini is an aspiring student at the University of Illinois who is currently pursuing Sociology and Pre-Medical. She is a multi-faceted person whose interests range from science and technology to pressing humanitarian issues. EPISODE LINKS: Husna's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/husnahussaini OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXqdyEq7fuyUz9cmpdfqN1Rb What is The UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman Juan David | |||||||
| 07 Sep 2023 | #37 - Tim Killeen: U of I President, Salary, Education's Future, & Human Potential | 01:03:40 | |||||
Timothy L. Killeen is the 20th president of the University of Illinois System, which includes universities in Urbana-Champaign, Chicago, and Springfield. EPISODE LINKS: https://ece.illinois.edu/about/directory/faculty/tkilleen OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 0:34 - Daily Schedule 2:28 - Physics 4:43 - From Soccer Player to President 6:37 - Surprises 10:50 - Affordability & College Debt 21:21 - Salary 31:06 - Assume Good Faith 37:30 - The Potential of the U of I 40:05 - Context 47:01 - Vision for the U of I 54:41 - Classic Guitar & Soccer 58:20 - The University as a Platform for Change 1:01:46 - Closing Words SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UIUCTalkshowClips What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman Website: https://www.aaryamanpatel.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryamanpatel/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/aaryamanpatel Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 23 Apr 2022 | #7 - Carlos Torelli: The Collective Genius, Engineers doing Business, and Food | 01:08:09 | |||||
Carlos Torelli is a business professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He studied civil engineering and has become an expert in identifying cultural factors driving consumer behavior in a globalized world. EPISODE LINKS: Carlos Torelli's Website: http://www.carlostorelli.com/ OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction
Instagram: Twitter: TikTok: Spotify: Apple Podcasts: Full episodes playlist: Clips playlist: What is The UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryaman-patel-779437205/ Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 26 Aug 2024 | #44 - Pulitzer Prize, Fighting Discrimination, Washington Post, & Humility | 02:44:22 | |||||
Leon Dash is a professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, a former reporter for the Washington Post, and a Pulitzer Prize winner. Dash introduces himself as a "barefoot boy from Harlem," a humbling reminder of his roots that keeps him grounded. Imagine a young Leon Dash, shivering in the cold Washington winter, desperately seeking an indoor job. With nothing but hope and determination, he walks into Robert Kennedy's senatorial office, heart pounding, palms sweating. No luck there, but a sympathetic staffer points him towards the Washington Post. In a moment of serendipity, Dash races across town in a taxi, praying there isn't already a line of applicants. He arrives, breathless, to find he's the only one there. What started as a night copyboy position in 1965, born out of pure necessity, would blossom into a distinguished career spanning decades. Throughout his career, Dash consistently challenged middle-class assumptions about poverty and social issues. His Pulitzer Prize-winning series, "Rosa Lee: A Generational Tale of Poverty and Survival in Urban America," is more than a story - it's a four-year journey into the heart of urban poverty. Dash didn't just interview his subjects; he lived among them, breathing the same air, facing the same daily struggles. He slept in cockroach-infested apartments, witnessed the cycle of addiction and despair firsthand, and saw how teenage pregnancy wasn't just a statistic, but a rite of passage for many. His work forces us to confront uncomfortable truths: that the American Dream is often just that - a dream - for those trapped in generational poverty. It challenges us to question our assumptions and to see the humanity in those society often overlooks. Leon Dash's work challenges us to look beyond our own experiences, to seek understanding in the stories of others, and to never stop questioning the world around us. In a time when division seems to be the norm, Dash's career reminds us of the importance of journalism that bridges gaps, challenges assumptions, and gives voice to the voiceless. His story isn't just inspiring - it's a call to action. It asks us to consider: What truths are we overlooking? Whose stories are we not hearing? And most importantly, what are we going to do about it? As you watch this interview, let Dash's words sink in. Let them challenge you, inspire you, and maybe even change you. Because in the end, that's what great journalism - and great lives - do. They show us the world as it is, and inspire us to make it better. EPISODE LINKS: Leon Dash's Website: https://afro.illinois.edu/directory/profile/leondash Leon Dash's X: https://x.com/DashDeCosta Leon Dash's Pulitzer Prize-Winning Work: https://www.pulitzer.org/winners/leon-dash-and-lucian-perkins Rosa Lee (book): https://amzn.to/3yT323y When Children Want Children (book): https://amzn.to/3ACRQsB For timestamps, visit our Youtube Channel | |||||||
| 23 Feb 2022 | #0 - Welcome to the UIUC Talkshow! | 00:13:45 | |||||
In this episode, we talk about why we're working on this project, the story of how we met, and our goals for the future of the show. Thank you. | |||||||
| 15 Jul 2023 | #35 - Jenny Johnson: Mapping Fate, Cartographic Passions, and Stealing Hearts | 03:43:37 | |||||
Jenny Johnson is a Map Librarian at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. The story of this episode begins with Juan David stumbling upon the hidden treasure of the Main Library 4th Floor: The Map Library. From the moment our cohost met Jenny, he knew he had found someone truly remarkable. Jenny's love for maps transcends mere occupation; she is a maestro of storytelling, wielding maps as her harmonious instrument. With millions of maps at her fingertips, she effortlessly guides us through a myriad of topics, turning each map into a gateway of knowledge and wonder. During this interview, Jenny unveils not only her profound connection with maps but also her extraordinary career path filled with awe-inspiring tales. Prepare to be transported through time and space as she recounts stories ranging from her intriguing and audacious encounter with her husband to the arduous struggles she faced while conquering the challenges of computer science in the depths of the language building basement. Every twist and turn in Jenny's journey led her to embrace her true calling—the job she yearned for as a senior in college, the job that transcends mere aspiration and becomes a lifelong passion. This conversation holds an extra special allure, as it invites us to explore more than 10 captivating maps, each with its own tale to tell. From the celestial landscapes of Star Trek to the tumultuous battlefields of the World Wars, from the captivating realms of The Black Panther to the intricate details of the world's tiniest atlas, and even the sprawling landscapes of Middle-earth from Lord of the Rings—we will traverse dimensions and unravel the mysteries embedded within these cartographic treasures. Welcome to The UIUC Talkshow, where we invite you to join us on an extraordinary adventure, guided by the incredible Jenny Johnson. Together, let's discover the power of maps and unveil the hidden stories that shape our world. EPISODE LINKS: Visit the Map Library! https://www.library.illinois.edu/max/ OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 1:06 - The Cello Pin 2:00 - From Pre-med to Geography 16:51 - Homecoming: The Return to the Midwest 21:13 - Intuition 27:08 - Long-distance relationships 29:59 - Seattle 36:13 - Having twins 37:22 - How UIUC has changed 44:50 - How the library uses Carjacks to keep the floor up 46:40 - The Map Library's Mysterious Location 50:00 - Floor Rebound 51:44 - The History of the Map Library 1:06:44 - Maps and its hidden gems 🗺️THE START OF MAPS! Get Ready to Unroll the Mysteries!🗺️ 1:11:04 - The 1893 Columbian Exhibition 1:13:41 - Black Panther's Wakanda 1:16:10 - World War I Postcards 1:18:33 - Nuclear Fallout in Illinois 1:21:09 - Braille Atlas 1:24:38 - The 2020 Elections 1:27:23 - Star Trek 1:30:32 - The World's Smallest Atlas 1:37:25 - Lord of the Rings: Middle-earth 1:40:10 - Bootlegger's Map of The United States 1:42:28 - 1930s Map of Lynchings 1:44:41 - 1917 Battlefront Map: The British Empire vs. Germany. 1:51:48 - Imagining a World without the Printing Press 1:56:54 - Time Travel to 1911 Suburbs of Chicago 2:02:01 - Maps & the Beauty of Dimension 2:04:59 - A Closer Look at the Suburbs of Chicago 2:10:33 - Aerial Maps 2:21:00 - Maps are stories 2:28:02 - Jenny's Legacy 2:43:13 - Future of Libraries 2:46:14 - Priorities 2:54:14 - Living with Maps 2:59:32 - Advice for young people 3:07:35 - Regrets 3:10:05 - COVID-19 in Miami 3:15:30 - Urbana-Champaign or Champaign-Urbana? 🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥 3:16:53 - 💁🏻♀️Alma Mater 3:19:53 - ☢️Cold War 3:24:15 - 💸 Louisiana and Alaska Purchase 3:30:32 - Writing a Book 3:40:48 - Closing Words What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. | |||||||
| 02 Aug 2022 | #16 - Arya Desai: Astrophysics, Crying, and Neil deGrasse Tyson | 01:23:56 | |||||
Arya Desai studies Astrophysics at UIUC and is incredibly talented at explaining science concepts. EPISODE LINKS: Arya Desai's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arya-desai-36b962220 Arya Desai's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/desai_arya/?hl=en OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 1:18 - Cosmic Neutrino Background 4:30 - The Standard Model & Subatomic Particles 8:25 - Physics Stagnation? 13:20 - How to excite people about physics 15:48 - Jobs as a physics major 18:10 - Simulation hypothesis 23:40 - Free will 28:30 - Untestable Hypotheses 31:10 - New Math, Complex Numbers, and Darwinism 46:40 - Sadness 52:05 - Big TV, Hedge Funds, Doing What You Actually Want 1:02:22 - Climate change 1:09:55 - Crying 1:14:28 - Advice for young people 🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥 1:18:15 - 💰 Liquidity of Billionaires 1:20:50 - 👨🏾🔬 Neil deGrasse Tyson 1:21:55 - Closing Words SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXqdyEq7fuyUz9cmpdfqN1Rb What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce to the most interesting people and most interesting people from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryaman-patel-779437205/ Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 04 May 2022 | #8 - Charles Ndungu: Life in Kenya, Kindness, and a Path to Self-Discovery | 01:14:24 | |||||
Charles Ndungu was born in Kenya and moved to Evanston, IL for his dad's doctorate. After high school, he attended UIUC briefly and what came after was a journey to self-discovery. Recently, he spent 8 years in Kenya where he reconnected to his roots, family, and values. Last year, Charles came back to Urbana-Champaign with a revitalized self and an unmatched desire to keep living. Charles is known for spreading positivity in all aspects of his life, especially with his job as an MTD driver where he greets everyone with kindness and a smile on his face. OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXqdyEq7fuyUz9cmpdfqN1Rb What is The UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryaman-patel-779437205/ Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 20 Jul 2024 | #43.5 - After Hours w/ Jolim Chiu | 01:24:13 | |||||
This is the 'After Hours' (Extended Version) of our conversation with Jolim, where we talk about the different ways to interpret failure, dealing with the pressure of academics, viewing time as an investment, being grateful, and finally compete in a fierce arm wrestling contest 💪🏼 Listen to the Full Episode on 'The UIUC Talkshow': here GUEST BIO: Jolim Chiu is an aspiring physicist and philosopher from the University of Illinois. He is one of our close friend and one of the deepest thinkers that we have met on campus. In this episode, we tackle the question, "What is the meaning of life?" Subscribe to The UIUC Talkshow Main Channel OUTLINE: 0:00 - Feeling nervous 4:41 - Fight Club: What emotion are you chasing? 7:36 - Arm Wrestling 10:46 - Chasing dreams or chasing money? 20:24 - This is what Philosophy is about💪🏼 21:40 - Jolim’s smile 23:05 - Chasing Goals 27:17 - Thinking about Grades 37:10 - Coping with Failure 42:25 - Interpreting Failure 45:35 - What happens after you die? 48:40 - Failure = Going to Hell? 52:00 - What are you grateful for? 53:11 - Fix You by Coldplay 55:12 - Becoming indifferent 56:50 - Fight Club 58:08 - Things on our mind 1:05:09 - Believe in yourself 1:07:53 - Writing for yourself 1:09:33 - Financial Security 1:10:20 - The Three Things 1:10:49 - “Man, you cappin!” 1:15:02 - Takeaways 1:21:11 - Closing words SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UIUCTalkshowClips What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman Website: https://www.aaryamanpatel.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryamanpatel/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/aaryamanpatel Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 13 Apr 2022 | #6 - Evan Struck: Speed Painting | 00:51:03 | |||||
Evan Struck is known as “America’s Interactive Speed Painter” touring all around the United States performing for charitable organizations, colleges, churches, and sporting events while raising money for charities and non-profits. In this episode, we talk about how he came to choose speed painting as a profession, contributing through charity, and his goals for the future. | |||||||
| 09 Aug 2023 | #36 - Mark Wolters: How Not to Travel, Uno Cards, and Getting Married in Rwanda | 01:31:01 | |||||
Mark Wolters is a professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and the creator of Wolters World, a popular travel YouTube channel with almost one million subscribers. EPISODE LINKS: Wolters World: @woltersworld Wolters World's Website: https://woltersworld.com/ Mark Wolters' Education YouTube: @ProfessorWolters Mark Wolters' UIUC Website: https://giesbusiness.illinois.edu/profile/mark-wolters OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 0:58 - Everyone is the same 4:34 - Uno Cards 7:44 - Making friends 13:03 - Tips to connect with anyone 16:32 - Cultural norms 20:37 - Wolters World Travel Bucket List 21:37 - Going to the Moon? 22:45 - Movies as a way to travel 27:45 - Planned or Spontaneous Travel? 30:08 - South America & Africa 32:43 - Getting married in Rwanda 34:37 - Travel rituals 36:10 - Don't travel in the summer 43:15 - YouTube marketing hacks 46:17 - Death threats 50:39 - Wolters World's most popular video 51:34 - How Wolters World got started 54:15 - Professor or YouTuber? 58:58 - Becoming a better creator 1:00:12 - Will Mark Wolters stop teaching to go YouTube full-time? 1:00:55 - The Don'ts of Urbana-Champaign 1:02:35 - Wolters World's writing and filming process 1:05:23 - Born with two heart holes 1:07:20 - Advice for young people 🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥 1:13:18 - 🌎 Travelscope 1:14:38 - 📺 Wolters World TV Show 1:16:31 - 🍭 Liam Wolters ( @LiamWolters ) 1:19:21 - 📉 College 1:22:15 - 🇸🇮 Slovenia 1:23:23 - 🛩️ Concorde/Supersonic Flight 1:24:48 - 🇮🇳 India and Asia 1:28:06 - 🌬️ Chicago 1:29:11 - Closing Words SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhq Qn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UIUCTalkshowClips What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman Website: https://www.aaryamanpatel.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryaman-patel/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/aaryamanpatel Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 07 Mar 2022 | #3 - Jont Allen: Reductionism, Machine Learning Science, and Endless Curiosity | 01:15:11 | |||||
Jont Allen is an Electrical Engineering professor at UIUC. His lifelong pursuit has been the theory and practice of human speech recognition. He worked at Bell Labs for 32 years and currently teaches courses on the science behind machine learning, mathematical physics, signal processing, and more. He has more than 20 US patents on hearing aids, signal processing, and others. EPISODE LINKS: Jont Allen's Website: https://auditorymodels.org/ OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 1:30 - Lifelong Pursuit: Human Speech Processing 7:17 - 8 Years Old: The Calling Moment 15:02 - The Weirdness of the English Language 19:40 - Grandaughter 30:10 - Important Problems 37:51 - Reductionism 39:38 - Wordle & Puzzles 45:13 - Mistakes are Unavoidable 48:08 - Favorite Book 51:45 - The Science Behind Machine Learning 1:02:00 - Bernoulli Trials 1:10:40 - Advice for Young People 1:13:35 - Closing Words SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXqdyEq7fuyUz9cmpdfqN1Rb What is The UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryaman-patel-779437205/ Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 30 Apr 2024 | #42 - Charles Gammie: Capturing Black Hole Image, Astrophysics, and Interstellar | 02:20:57 | |||||
Charles Gammie is a professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Born with an insatiable curiosity and a love for mathematics, Dr. Gammie's journey to the forefront of astrophysics was anything but ordinary. Despite initially having ambitions of becoming a lawyer, a serendipitous encounter with a wise advisor steered him toward statistics and physics. Little did he know, this fateful decision would set him on a path toward the cosmos, propelling him into the world of astrophysics and a PhD he never envisioned. Today, Dr. Gammie stands as a theoretical and computational astrophysicist whose research focuses on black holes, and the formation of stars, moons, and planets, where he has developed numerical methods for modeling relativistic plasmas, relativistic radiation magnetohydrodynamics, and radiative processes in hot plasmas. Notably, Dr. Gammie co-led the theoretical modeling efforts for the Event Horizon Telescope (ETH) project, enabling the interpretation of the EHT data and the groundbreaking first-ever image of a supermassive black hole at the center of the M87 galaxy. This unprecedented collaboration across continents and disciplines showcased human ingenuity and the pursuit of knowledge. In this conversation, Dr. Gammie shared profound insights into black holes, their mechanics, spinning nature, and implications for understanding time and space. He also explored existential topics like extraterrestrial life and reconciling science with religious beliefs, offering inspiring advice for young minds to embrace curiosity and the unconventional. From the origins of "black holes" to the nature of time itself, this conversation was a captivating odyssey through the cosmos, guided by a brilliant scientific mind. This is The UIUC Talkshow, and this is our conversation with Dr. Charles Gammie. EPISODE LINKS: Charles Gammie's Website: https://rainman.astro.illinois.edu/gammie/ Charles Gammie's UIUC Website: https://physics.illinois.edu/people/directory/profile/gammie OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 1:01 - Accretion disk 2:27 - How to model accretion disks 3:34 - How Graduate School works 5:09 - From Law to Astrophysics 10:42 - College: An Opportunity to Explore 16:01 - Childhood 21:43 - Bell Labs 25:10 - Golden Age of Astrophysics 28:02 - NASA 33:47 - Mars 41:13 - Interstellar Travel 45:52 - Gravity 50:57 - Black Holes 55:22 - Black Hole Formation 58:28 - Black Hole Image 1:02:28 - How to Make a Black Hole? 1:07:08 - Stephen Hawking 1:09:47 - Origin of "Black Hole" 1:12:03 - Time 1:19:47 - Advice for young people 1:24:52 - Dinosaurs 1:28:40 - The Story of the Black Hole Image 1:33:04 - Black Hole Videos 1:35:23 - Putting the Black Hole Picture Together 1:37:40 - Black Hole Spinning 1:41:11 - Moon Telescope 1:45:29 - Aliens 1:53:31 - Religion 🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥 2:02:21 - ⚫️ The Black Hole from Interstellar 2:06:22 - 🎩 Generative AI 2:16:28 - 🐛 Wormholes 2:20:16 - Closing Words | |||||||
| 31 Oct 2022 | #24 - Bruce Berndt: Srinivasa Ramanujan | 01:47:37 | |||||
Bruce Berndt is a Mathematics professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign who spent more than 40 years finding the proofs of Ramanujan's Notebooks. According to Academic Influence, Dr. Bernt is the 5th most influential mathematician. In this conversation, we talk to Dr. Berndt to find out how Ramanujan found him and how Dr. Berndt found Ramanujan. Srinivasa Ramanujan (aka The Man Who Knew Infinity) was the greatest Indian mathematician ever to have lived. His story is a story of obsessively following his curiosity and relentlessly pursuing what he loved. Why did Dr. Berndt spend more than 40 years proving every result of the notebook? Ramanujan didn't write the proofs. He was that great and had an absurd level of mathematical intuition. Ramanujan's story is unique because he had no formal math background and never finished college. He was humbly self-taught. He did not fit in because of his greatness, so the system pushed him out. Fortunately, Ramanujan found Hardy, an English mathematician who believed in him and helped him get out of the "system" to work on his mathematics. What if Hardy never replied? Comparably, this is the story of many other Ramanujan-like people around the world who get pushed to the side because of their inability to fit in the assembly line educational system. Obsession and curiosity over well-roundedness are how geniuses are made. Ramanujan's moving story and astonishing mathematics made Dr. Berndt spend almost fifty years of his life proving every result in Ramanujan's Notebooks. And why one of the best experiences of Dr. Bernt's life was holding Ramanujan's slate, where Ramanujan spent countless hours doing mathematics. Moreover, Dr. Berndt is one of the greatest analytic number theorists, and while he recently retired, he continues to do research, and most of it is, of course, motivated by Ramanujan's work. Needless to say, Dr. Berndt truly encompasses the philosophy of every UIUC Talkshow guest, people who are sane in a way most people are crazy. We hope you can be as inspired by this conversation as we were. EPISODE LINKS: Bruce Berndt's Website: https://faculty.math.illinois.edu/~berndt/ Bruce Berndt's UIUC Website: https://math.illinois.edu/directory/profile/berndt OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 0:39 - Mock Theta Functions 3:06 - Ramanujan's Big Leaps 5:08 - Ramanujan's Divinity 7:45 - Ramanujan's Early Life 14:16 - Ramanujan arrives in England 16:22 - How Berndt found Ramanujan 26:55 - Ramanujan's Home 30:24 - Ramanujan's Slate 36:04 - The Lost Notebook 48:43 - How Ramanujan found Berndt 54:48 - India's perspective of Ramanujan 56:30 - What would you ask Ramanujan? 1:02:58 - Ramanujan's obsession & pressures to be "well-rounded" 1:07:04 - We need new systems to allow people to follow their obsessions 1:10:00 - College Admissions & Ramanujan would not be accepted at UIUC 1:14:00 - Advice for young people 1:20:59 - Favorite UIUC Memories 1:28:00 - What would be the greatest mathematics discovery? 1:33:18 - Ramanujan and Complex Analysis 🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥 1:35:28 - 🚕 1729 1:38:20 - 🏆 Millennium Prize Problems 1:39:02 - 👨🏫 Small Colleges 1:43:38 - 🏀 UIUC Basketball 1:44:40 - Closing Words SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.co | |||||||
| 24 Aug 2022 | #17 - Jesse Ekanya: Being a Nonchalant, Uganda, and Civil Engineering | 01:52:49 | |||||
Jesse Ekanya is a civil engineering student who was born in the United States but moved to Uganda at an early age. He lived there until 2020 when he moved to States to study civil engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Jesse is an interesting character who blends intelligence, popular culture, wit, and a love for building things. He wants to become a civil engineer working on airport infrastructure and at night, he'll probably spend his time as a social media star. This is a wide-ranging conversation where you learn intellectual topics, reflect on your life choices, and have many laughs. This is The UIUC Talkshow! EPISODE LINKS: Jesse Ekanya's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesse-ekanya Jesse Ekanya's Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/jesseekanya OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 1:23 - Majors became our identity 7:40 - Caring about what others think 15:15 - Growing up in Uganda 24:36 - Restricted social media 28:38 - Why Jesse uses social media 32:51 - First job 35:15 - First viral TikTok 38:18 - Jesse's "For You" Page 41:05 - Civil engineering 44:45 - Most people don't agree with this view 50:35 - Time travel 58:20 - Complex numbers 1:04:14 - Imagination 1:08:40 - What kills imagination? 1:12:48 - Herd mentality 1:21:40 - The "right answers" society gives us 1:25:20 - Living in the present 1:29:52 - Being alone and nervousness 1:35:58 - The energy paradox 1:36:54 - Advice for young people 1:37:22 - Trouble connecting with people 1:39:20 - What we spend time on 1:43:42 - Being a "nonchalant" 🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥 1:48:40 - 🫵 Spending time by yourself 1:49:45 - ⚽️ Manchester United 1:50:00 - 💪 Cristiano Ronaldo 1:50:15 - 🇺🇬 Uganda's Government 1:50:26 - 🏔 Everett, WA 1:50:38 - ⛏ Civil Engineering Internships 1:51:04 - 🥰 PraireLearn 1:51:57 - Closing Words SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXqdyEq7fuyUz9cmpdfqN1Rb What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce to the most interesting people and most interesting people from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryaman-patel-779437205/ Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 01 Oct 2022 | #21 - Neal Davis: Urbit, Sentience, and DAOs | 01:15:27 | |||||
Neal Davis is a Computer Science Professor at UIUC and Urbit's director of developer experience. Since we started the UIUC Talkshow, we've said the show is about people who are sane in a way most people are crazy. Neal Davis is exactly one of them. It’s not surprise he believes we need to be weirder.
He started as a nuclear engineer but throughout his life, he's reflected on the definition of a "good and wise life." This led him to want to "elevate sentience" in his life and the life of others. A beautiful and unique pursuit. That philosophy guides the type of work he devotes himself to and that’s he how he found Urbit, an ambitious project to rebuild and rethink the internet from first principles. Join us on this conversation to learn more about Urbit, Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs), Balaji’s Network States, and why the best things that happen to you are accidents. This is the UIUC Talkshow. EPISODE LINKS: Neal Davis' Twitter: https://twitter.com/sigilante Neal Davis’ Urbit: ~lagrev-nocfep Urbit's Website: https://urbit.org/ Urbit's Hackaton: https://uc4uc.com/ OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 0:33 - Philosophy of life 3:45 - How to create movements 9:04 - DAOs 11:36 - Network States 18:10 - Urbit 32:02 - Urbit's startup opportunities 34:46 - Tools & Social Behavior 42:25 - Future of DAOs 46:48 - Individuals & Universities 49:55 - "Initiative is the road less taken" 55:05 - Ask forgiveness, not permission 56:40 - Future of EdTech 58:38 - Decentralization in the education system 1:03:15 - Thiel 1:04:44 - Advice to get involved with Urbit 🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥 1:06:57 - 👨💻 John Carmack 1:08:21 - 🫠 CS 101 1:11:35 - 💻 MacOS 1:13:50 - Closing words SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXqdyEq7fuyUz9cmpdfqN1Rb What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce to the most interesting people and most interesting people from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryaman-patel-779437205/ Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 05 Mar 2023 | #31 - Gene Robinson: Sequencing Genomes, Bees, and Evolution | 01:20:51 | |||||
Gene Robinson is the Director of the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology and Entomology professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His research uses bees to understand the mechanisms governing social behavior. In this episode, we dive into the exciting world of genomics and discuss the Earth BioGenome Project, which aims to sequence and catalog every genome on the planet. We also talk about the potential privacy implications of personal genome sequencing. EPISODE LINKS: Gene Robinson's UIUC Website: https://mcb.illinois.edu/directory/profile/generobi
SOCIAL: Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus.
Juan David | |||||||
| 29 May 2022 | #10 - Jason Chambers: History of Advertising, "True Fans", and Curiosity | 01:53:17 | |||||
Jason P. Chambers is an associate professor in the Department of Advertising at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He currently teaches courses on advertising history, classic advertising campaigns, and the foundations of advertising philosophy. His work has been published in books and both academic and trade journals in the United States, Asia, and Europe. Dr. Chambers recently completed a biography of advertising legend Thomas J. Burrell titled, "An Advertising Revolutionary: The Life and Work of Tom Burrell", and has other published books like "Madison Avenue and the Color Line: African Americans in the Advertising Industry" and "Building the Black Metropolis: African American Entrepreneurship in Chicago". EPISODE LINKS: Jason Chambers' Website: http://jasonpchambers.com/ OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction SOCIAL: Instagram: Twitter: TikTok: Spotify: Apple Podcasts: Full episodes playlist: Clips playlist: What is The UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman Juan David | |||||||
| 20 Sep 2022 | #20 - Paul Kwiat: Quantum Information, Photons, and Swing Dancing | 01:28:40 | |||||
Paul Kwiat is a Quantum Physics professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where he focuses on quantum information. We all know there are people who are passionate about what they do but Dr. Kwiat is a "Summer Sunday Late-Night" level of passionate. We met Dr. Kwiat during LabEscape, the science-based escape room he created. During the summer, we were walking by the Physics Building (Loomis) on a Sunday night when we saw him carrying big and heavy boxes into his car. We stopped, said "Hi", and offered to help him. We talked for a bit and ten minutes later, we saw ourselves helping Dr. Kwiat get LabEscape ready for the State Fair. We already knew we wanted to have a conversation with him but this was our confirmation. What kind of professor would be working on a Sunday night by himself? That is when we realized he was sane in a way most people are crazy. In this conversation, we explore the foundations of light and move along to discover the mysteries and anomalies of photons, one of Dr. Kwiat's favorite topics to the point of owning three "photons." We start on a solid and fundamental ground to fully understand yet another mystery, quantum physics and its practical uses such as quantum computers and quantum communications. We all know Dr. Paul Kwiat is a professor but few people know that he is also a talented swing dancer (more on 1:21:44), and perhaps the secret twin of Ant-Man's Hank Pym. Physics, curiosity, and Dr. Kwiat's ability and patience to explain and have a unique conversation makes this a very special episode number 20. This is the UIUC Talkshow and this is our conversation with Dr. Paul Kwiat. EPISODE LINKS: Paul Kwiat's Website: http://research.physics.illinois.edu/QI/Photonics/ Paul Kwiat's UIUC Website: https://physics.illinois.edu/people/directory/profile/kwiat OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 0:58 - What is Light? 2:00 - Photon 6:25 - Owning a "Photon" Car 8:47 - Classical Communications 15:26 - How do you create Photons? 20:40 - How Photons Die 24:00 - Why Photons Have No Mass 31:31 - How do you see/detect Photons? 42:15 - Seeing Light/Photons 46:15 - "Collapsing" the Wave Function & Entanglement 53:52 - Fundamental questions 56:00 - Quantum Communications & Quantum Cryptography 1:08:55 - Quantum Computers 1:19:00 - Advice for young people 🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥 1:21:44 - 🕺 Swing Dancing 1:23:18 - 🤯 Quantum Startups 1:24:05 - 🐜 Ant-Man and Dr. Kwiat's Twin Brothers 1:24:39 - Reading comic books and becoming "Captain Quantum" 1:26:46 - Closing Words SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXqdyEq7fuyUz9cmpdfqN1Rb What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce to the most interesting people and most interesting people from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryaman-patel-779437205/ Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 20 Jul 2024 | #43 - Jolim Choui: Christianity, After-Life, and Video Games | 01:17:19 | |||||
Jolim Chiu is an aspiring physicist and philosopher from the University of Illinois. He is one of our close friend and one of the deepest thinkers that we have met on campus. In this episode, we tackle the question, "What is the meaning of life?" Jolim has spent the better part of the last few years trying to get to the bottom of this question. He has created numerous models that has helped him make sense of subjects like faith, the after-life, and our goal as humans, some of which we uncover in this conversation. Jolim talks about how he gravitated towards video games and the numerous problems that he wants to find the answers to in his lifetime. We learned a lot from him during this conversation and shared a lot of our perspectives on these deep topics too. Due to the depth of the conversation, we decided to split the episode into two parts, with the other part currently published on the Clips Channel. Sit back, relax, and enjoy our conversation with Jolim Chiu. EPISODE LINKS: Pascal's wager: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pascal%27s_wager OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 1:16 - What do you think about at night? 3:03 - The Interactive Action Model 11:26 - Life as a Christian 16:59 - Video Game Addiction 20:00 - Knowledge: Invented or Discovered? 27:32 - Becoming Agnostic 34:58 - The Afterlife 39:26 - The Art of Collaboration 46:47 - Should you follow your curiosity? 55:25 - Serendipity 1:05:05 - Vulnerability 1:08:22 - The After Life 1:12:18 - Alex Wang’s secret 1:15:48 - Advice for young people SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UIUCTalkshowClips What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman Website: https://www.aaryamanpatel.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryamanpatel/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/aaryamanpatel Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 11 Mar 2024 | #41 - Inside Buckminster Fuller's Geodesic Dome | 01:21:32 | |||||
Join Aaryaman and Juan David on a journey to Carbondale, Illinois, where they step inside Buckminster Fuller's iconic geodesic dome.
Explore the full behind-the-scenes story at: https://juandavidcampolargo.substack.com/p/juan-davids-newsletter-january-29th EPISODE LINKS: Buckminster Fuller's Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buckminster_Fuller The Fuller Dome Home: https://fullerdomehome.com/ Buckminster Fuller Institute Website: https://www.bfi.org Bill Perk: https://www.bfi.org/2022/12/19/the-passing-of-bill-perk/ Bertrand Goldberg (Architect of Marina City, Chicago): http://bertrandgoldberg.org/ OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 1:34 - Suicide 2:16 - Dome 6:04 - Bucky and Carbondale 14:15 - CIA 17:17 - Bill Perk 36:02 - Bucky's Seeds 40:58 - The Unique Nature of the Dome 45:40 - Global Cooperation 55:00 - Trust Your Intuition 58:42 - Buckminster Fuller's Life Mission 1:01:29 - Dymaxion Map 1:05:16 - Dymaxion House 1:08:41 - Public Perception 1:12:17 - Manufacturing 1:14:44 - Ideas never die 1:17:23 - Synergy 🎥 Thanks to Devarsh Patel for helping us film the introduction. SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UIUCTalkshowClips Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman Website: https://www.aaryamanpatel.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryamanpatel/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/aaryamanpatel Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 24 Mar 2023 | #32 - Martin Gruebele: Childlike Curiosity, Ultraracing, & the Art of Fully Living | 02:02:50 | |||||
Martin Gruebele is a professor of Chemistry, Physics, and Computational Biology at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Outside of academia, he is known as the "Honey Badger," a force to be reckoned with in the world of endurance sports, having completed and often won Iron Mans, Ultratriathlon World Championships, the World’s Toughest Bicycle Race, and the World’s Toughest Foot Race. In this adventure, we delve deep into Dr. Gruebele's life and discover the story behind his incredible success where he shares insights on how to find your strengths, learn from mistakes, and choose what to study. What sets Dr. Gruebele apart is his ability to retain his childlike curiosity, making failure an opportunity for learning and growth. His tenacity and passion for chemistry led him to fight with his parents during his undergraduate studies, refusing to become a dentist and instead pursuing his love of chemistry. Eventually, his success and achievements proved to them that chemists can indeed survive and thrive. Dr. Gruebele's infectious curiosity doesn't stop at sports and chemistry. He learns just about anything he thinks is interesting and has published over 300 articles, books, and patents ranging from quantum computing to RNA and protein folding to zebrafish behavioral studies. He is always seeking new fields to explore and new knowledge to gain. In addition to Dr. Gruebele's impressive athletic feats and academic accomplishments, he has also become a master of Iron Mans, completing over 20 of these grueling races. Dr. Gruebele now finds them too easy, which is why he competed in the 1406-mile DECA 2022 World Championship ultratriathlon. But Dr. Gruebele's pursuit of excellence extends beyond endurance sports and academia. He has also written two books on ultra-distance cycling and ultra-triathlons. Dr. Gruebele's hunger for knowledge and adventure is palpable, and his approach to life is both inspiring and transformative. He immerses himself fully in everything he touches, emerging stronger, wiser, and transformed. Join us as we explore his simulation hypothesis, his thoughts on free will and religion, and how he generates ideas. Get ready to be captivated by Dr. Gruebele's awe-striking story to learn how to live life fully lived. Martin Gruebele is a man of exceptional talent and passion, whose pursuit of endurance sports and scientific exploration has taken him to the highest levels of achievement. His remarkable story is one of persistence, curiosity, and a relentless drive to succeed in everything he sets his mind to. This is The UIUC Talkshow. EPISODE LINKS: Martin Gruebele's UIUC Website: https://chemistry.illinois.edu/mgruebel Martin Gruebele's Research Group Website: https://gruebele-group.chemistry.illinois.edu/ Martin Gruebele's Ultra-distance Cycling Book: https://amzn.to/40cSHYO Martin Gruebele's Ultratriathlon Book: https://amzn.to/3K0ZT4y OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 1:17 - Growing up in Germany, Austria, Spain, and the US 4:31 - Coding on the Apple II 8:27 - Turtle Neck 9:44 - Early Age Curiosity 14:09 - From Computer Science to Chemistry 16:35 - Great Teachers 21:29 - How to find what you're good at 28:54 - How to pick what to study 37:02 - Regrets 42:45 - How Martin Gruebele Learns 48:26 - Quantum Measurement and Zebrafish 55:29 - Quantum Biology 1:00:31 - Simulation 1:03:25 - Free Will 1:09:22 - Time perception 1:17:07 - Ideas 1:36:54 - Ultraracing Lifestyle & 6000 calories 1:41:51 - How to maintain curiosity 1:43:14 - Advice for young people 1:44:09 - Religion and the Meaning of Life 🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥 1:49:10 - 📚 Open Source Textbooks 1:52:26 - 🖲️ Stephen Wolfram 1:53:30 - 👩🏻🔬 Nancy Makri 1:56:20 - 🚵🏻♂️ The Iron Man 2:00:57 - Closing Words SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXqdyEq7fuyUz9cmpdfqN1Rb What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryaman-patel/ Website: https://www.aaryamanpatel.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/the_impact19 Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 16 Nov 2023 | #39 - Chancellor Robert Jones: $2.7 Billion, Education, and Grammy Awards | 00:55:51 | |||||
Robert J. Jones is the Chancellor of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 0:58 - What Drives Chancellor Jones? 2:28 - Becoming The Chancellor 5:04 - Mentors 8:30 - Student Hardships 13:11 - How UIUC Raised $2.7 Billion 19:29 - Is College Worth it? 26:45 - Should Colleges be Accountable for Student Debt? 29:10 - Is College about Getting a Job? 35:13 - Interdisciplinarity 40:41 - Milk on Cereal or Cereal on Milk? 🥛🥣 42:10 - Memories 45:16 - Dreams 46:49 - Singing & Grammy Awards 48:49 - Advice for young people 🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥 50:21 - 🐢 Galápagos Islands 50:45 - 🎨 Modern Art 51:47 - 🎬Acting 53:32 - Closing Words
SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UIUCTalkshowClips What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus.
Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman Website: https://www.aaryamanpatel.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryamanpatel/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/aaryamanpatel
Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 04 Sep 2022 | #18 - Savannah Pagan: Multipotentialist, The Tyranny of Majors, and Steve Jobs | 01:43:23 | |||||
Savannah Pagan considers herself a multipotentialist who brings together the art of engineering and the simplicity of design. As a student at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, she has experienced the pressures of the college system from the tyranny of majors to the facade of learning. We explore the question: "Are Multipotentialists Allowed at all?" A question that led us to explore how to break out of a system that makes people lose their minds, quite literally. Along with Steve Jobs, Marty McFly and Doc Brown, and Arnold Beckman, we sit down to have a unique conversation to reflect on exactly how we want to contribute to this world. A question Savannah has spent the last two years intensely pondering. Life can be hard and finding your place can be even harder. We hope this conversation gives you the confidence to put a little bit of faith to understand yourself, follow your curiosity, and live your life to the fullest. LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, BOYS AND GIRLS, AND CHILDREN OF ALL AGES, PREPARE TO BE AMAZED BECAUSE THIS IS ... THE UIUC TALKSHOW! EPISODE LINKS: Savannah's Writing: https://outofmymind.substack.com/ Savannah's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/savannah-pagan OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 0:35 - The tyranny of college majors 3:09 - Building a Hackintosh 8:45 - "The world ends tomorrow. What do you do?" 11:20 - Steve Jobs 22:34 - How to break out the system 31:57 - 1980s 35:02 - Alexander Hamilton 42:02 - Consumerist mentality 52:03 - Becoming a Multipotentialist 54:08 - What would you do if you were invisible? 56:15 - Simulation 58:39 - Do you live for yourself or for others? 1:00:00 - Writing 1:02:44 - Life is a highway 1:03:35 - American or Puerto Rican? 1:08:18 - India's History by Aaryaman 1:12:05 - Chernobyl 1:15:58 - Savannah's Life in 2042 1:21:42 - Advice for Young People 1:25:03 - Arnold Beckman 1:29:08 - The danger of ambition 🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥 1:32:18 - 📺 TV Shows 1:35:40 - 🔮 Back To The Future 1:38:56 - 👨🏫 College 1:41:16 - Closing Words SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXqdyEq7fuyUz9cmpdfqN1Rb What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce to the most interesting people and most interesting people from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryaman-patel-779437205/ Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 29 Dec 2023 | #40 - Firdos Cambatta: Entrepreneurship, Investments, and Nature | 00:32:14 | |||||
In this special episode of The UIUC Talkshow, Aaryaman gets a chance to sit down and have a conversation with a prominent businessman, philanthropist, and environmentalist, Mr. Firdos Cambatta, from India. From leading a pioneering role in the textile industry for the last five decades, Mr. Cambatta's journey is one of profound impact. Since retiring from his company, he has redirected his efforts to reforesting the city he grew up in, planting 50,000 trees every year since 2017. In this episode, we dive into his lessons in practical engineering, his beginnings working on a shop floor in a textile factory, making good investments, learning by doing, starting a fund for education and nature, and the countless life lessons he learned along the way. EPISODE LINKS: The Serenity Trust: https://theserenitylibrary.com/ OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 2:25 - Lessons from a Father 6:11 - Studying in Germany 11:16 - Diversification 13:26 - Reading 13:59 - Entrepreneurship 17:14 - Making good investments 20:53 - The Serenity Trust 22:00 - Nature and Preservation 26:14 - How to Solve Your Problems 29:36 - Advice for Young People
SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UIUCTalkshowClips What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman Website: https://www.aaryamanpatel.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryamanpatel/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/aaryamanpatel Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 10 Dec 2022 | #26 - Botond Bognar: Japanese Architecture, Meaning Behind Buildings, and Modernism | 01:31:05 | |||||
Botond Bognar is a professor of Architecture at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he has been teaching graduate design, lecture, and seminar courses for over 40 years. Born and educated in Budapest, Hungary, Dr. Bognar is an internationally renowned scholar of the history and theories of Japanese architecture. He is the author of over 20 books and monographs on the subject and has been a visiting professor at universities in the United States, Europe, and Japan. In his interview on the UIUC Talkshow, Dr. Bognar discusses the relationship between architecture and globalism, and the impact of the digital age on the built environment. He reflects on the importance of architecture as a reflection of our culture and values, and the responsibility of architects to create buildings that not only serve a practical function but also enrich our lives and enhance our connection to the world around us. Dr. Bognar also discusses the role of architecture in shaping our environment, and the need for architects to consider the environmental impact of their designs. He talks about the challenges of modern architecture, and the need to maintain a sense of curiosity and wonder in order to create truly inspiring buildings. Throughout the interview, Dr. Bognar emphasizes the need for architecture to be both functional and aesthetically pleasing, and the importance of maintaining a balance between the two. He also offers advice for aspiring architects and shares his thoughts on the future of the field. Dr. Bognar's interview is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the role of architecture in our lives and the world around us. His passion for the subject is evident, and his insights will be valuable for anyone interested in the art and science of building design. EPISODE LINKS: Botond Bognar's UIUC Website: https://arch.illinois.edu/people/profiles/botond-bognar/ OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 1:30 - Build to Live? or Live to Build? 3:18 - Globalism & Architecture 12:19 - Environmental architecture 19:35 - Are architects optimistic? 26:16 - How Botond Bognor got interested in Japanese Architecture 29:19 - Japanese Architecture 35:30 - Architecture Today 39:07 - Phenomenology 45:58 - Las Vegas 54:06 - Being a Global Citizen 1:00:49 - Modern Architecture and Meaning 1:08:37 - Hungary 1:13:25 - Learning through Conversation 1:17:21 - Advice for young people 1:19:52 - Meaning and rationality 🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥 1:21:40 - 🏯The Illini Union 1:23:20 - 🧐 Siebel Center for Design 1:23:59 - 🕺 Foellinger Auditorium 1:24:49 - 🎷 Krannert Center for the Performing Arts 1:25:45 - 🏠 Frank Lloyd Wright 1:27:00 - 🎌 Kengo Kuma 1:28:36 - Closing Words SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXqdyEq7fuyUz9cmpdfqN1Rb What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David &am | |||||||
| 12 Mar 2022 | #4 - Nora Swinford: Video Game Music, Secret Admission to UIUC, and 500 Tabs | 01:07:25 | |||||
Nora Swinford is a student at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and Parkland College. Nora's life goal is to become a video game music producer. EPISODE LINKS: Nora's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd9L2N7b9K3cmDKXoMhk2lw Nora's Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2ClrVen0N4euoOWfkhHo57?si=4KrjKZOKSW2vlPFQIWDYwA OUTLINE 0:00 - Introduction 0:31 - Video Game Music Maker 7:48 - How to Start Making Music 10:10 - YouTube/Tik Tok fyp 14:30 - Choosing a College for Music 16:50 - Going to UIUC without being Admitted 22:22 - 500 Tabs 24:24 - Rhythm & Pleasant Sounds 29:10 - Computer-Generated Music 32:30 - Music reflects our society 35:20 - The future of music 39:30 - The effect of music on behavior 47:10 - Overrated or Underrated 1:02:10 - Closing Words SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXqdyEq7fuyUz9cmpdfqN1Rb What is The UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryaman-patel-779437205/ Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 21 Feb 2023 | #30 - Indranil Gupta: Immigrant Computer Scientists, Music, & the Value of College | 01:56:54 | |||||
Indranil Gupta is a Professor of Computer Science at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where he focuses on distributed systems. In this episode of the UIUC Talkshow, Dr. Gupta shares his experience as the host of the Immigrant Computer Scientists podcast, an exploration of the personal stories of distinguished Computer Scientists from academia and industry, who immigrated from their home countries to the US. Dr. Gupta also discusses his passion for music and his admiration for his parents, as well as his insights on teaching and the future of education. As an immigrant himself, Dr. Gupta reflects on the cultural shock of immigration, the psychological effects it has on individuals and the drive that many immigrants have to shoot for the stars. He shares his personal experiences and the lessons he's learned along the way, including how to navigate the challenges of planning for the future. Throughout the conversation, Gupta offers his thoughts on short-term vs. long-term projects, the importance of getting started and learning along the way, and why small projects can often lead to big things. He also reflects on some of the surprises and insights he's gained from running the Immigrant Computer Scientists podcast. This episode of the UIUC Talkshow is an illuminating conversation with a brilliant mind who has much to share about his experiences and insights into the world of computer science, education, and the immigrant experience. This is the UIUC Talkshow and this is our conversation with Dr. Indranil Gupta. EPISODE LINKS: Indranil Gupta's Website: http://indy.cs.illinois.edu/ Indranil Gupta's UIUC Website: https://ece.illinois.edu/about/directory/faculty/indy Indranil Gupta's Twitter: https://twitter.com/indygupta Indranil Gupta's Podcast: http://csimmigrant.org/ OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 0:36 - Immigrant Computer Scientists Podcast 8:30 - Audio Engineering 10:01 - How the Sabbatical led to the podcast 13:10 - Surprises from running the podcast 22:17 - Music 26:55 - Short-term vs Long-term projects? 31:20 - Small projects become Big Projects 34:11 - Get started and learn on the way 37:28 - Teaching 44:35 - What would Indranil Gupta change about education? 51:56 - Free Access to Indranil Gupta's courses 54:04 - College Education 1:00:47 - Is Going to College an Insurance? 1:04:06 - Regrets 1:09:34 - Indranil Gupta's Dad & Planning 1:15:15 - You Can't Plan for Everything 1:17:30 - Indranil Gupta's Mom & Women Biases 1:26:06 - The Cultural Shock of Immigration 1:32:55 - Timestamp of Immigration 1:36:01 - Why Immigrants Shoot for The Stars 1:41:10 - The Psychological Effects of Immigration 1:45:03 - The Progress of The UIUC Talkshow 🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥 1:50:58 - 🥁 Napster 1:51:46 - 🫳 Peter Thiel 1:52:08 - 📙 IIT Madras 1:53:20 - 🏛️ The Colosseum 1:54:52- Closing Words SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: 10 Jul 2022 | #14 - Kiruba Haran: Building an Electric Aircraft and Back to the Future | 01:33:29 | | ||||
Kiruba Haran is an ECE professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where he focuses on the big and long-term goal of creating an electric aircraft.
After 13 years at GE, Dr. Haran came to UIUC to try out academia and become part of the Grainger CEME. Dr. Haran was born and raised in Sri Lanka and studied Electrical and Computer Engineering at the Obafemi Awolowo University and received his Ph.D. at the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. That's where he found his love for electrical machines.
Dr. Haran's research is supported by organizations such as NASA and NSF.
EPISODE LINKS:
Kiruba Haran Lab's Website: https://haran.ece.illinois.edu/
Kiruba Haran's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiruba-haran
OUTLINE:
0:00 - Introduction
0:55 - Electric propulsion
17:00 - Sri Lanka, GE, UIUC
20:15 - How to make electric aircraft real
26:00 - Hydrogen economy
34:26 - Starting a company as a professor
39:50 - Space propulsion
44:15 - Sustainability and innovation
50:56 - Children
55:18 - Create cool shit, not RSOs
1:16:35 - Advice for young people
1:21:00 - Electric flying cars?
🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥
1:23:46 - 🥼 The Flux Capacitor
1:25:20 - 🛫 Boom Supersonic
1:27:00 - ⚡️ Superconductivity
1:29:50 - 🕶 Engineering Vision/Leadership
1:31:08 - Closing words
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What is the UIUC Talkshow?
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| 08 Oct 2024 | #46 - This Professor Made Nuclear Physics Viral on YouTube: David Ruzic on Explosives, Love, and Crocs | 01:12:23 | |||||
David Ruzic is a Nuclear Engineering Professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and is widely recognized as The Illinois Energy Prof. EPISODE LINKS:
OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 1:10 - Father 3:52 - Childhood 6:17 - Why Professor? 9:47 - Secrets to Thriving as a Professor 15:06 - How to Master The Bureaucracy 18:21 - How to Make People Care About Your Work 21:02 - Teaching with Explosives 🧨 31:41 - Granddaughter 34:40 - Cold Fusion 37:50 - Fusion Energy 42:15 - God 45:58 - Manhattan Project 54:04 - Moore's Law 57:33 - Love 1:01:38 - Care 1:01:19 - Advice for young people 🚥Overrated or Underrated 🚥 1:06:17 - 🥵 Barbie 1:07:08 - 🎹 Piano 1:08:15 - 🏄♂️ Surfing 1:08:31 - 🐊 Crocs 1:09:51 - ☢️ Institute for Advanced Study 1:10:53 - Message David Ruzic's Mom & Wife 1:11:50 - Closing words Consider Supporting Us If you enjoy our talk show and videos, your support means the world to us! Your contributions help us keep the show running and focus on creating interesting conversations with interesting people. Every dollar goes towards our basic needs, allowing us to dedicate more time and energy to this project. Support us here: https://www.patreon.com/uiuctalkshow SOCIAL:
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| 19 Oct 2022 | #22 - Yash Rathod: Dropping Out, Startups, and Religion | 02:36:31 | |||||
Yash Rathod is a Computer Science student at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
The purpose of the UIUC Talkshow has been to meet interesting people, and we would not have met Yash if we hadn't started this project. We accomplish our mission every time we meet people like Yash and on every episode we have.
Yash is a striking individual who radiates a sense of soothing ambition. He shares excitement yet a sense of calmness as he shares his story of growing up in India, wanting to become a professional cricketer, and creating a startup.
We sit down with Yash to hear about his journey, with many stops to talk about religion, being underestimated, India's educational system, and the magic conversations with his uncle.
Yash shares the backstory of taking a gap year and pursuing his startup dream from the beginning to the end. A moving adventure with lots of uncertainty and enthusiasm. Yash indeed lives a life of zero "What ifs," and after he worked on his startup, he was now ready to come back and live the "college experience."
This conversation was remarkable in many ways, from the simple start of "Tell us about your life" to the longest conversation we've ever had. Even a past guest (https://youtu.be/8dYmTFg7-do) joined us.
This is the UIUC Talkshow: the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas.
EPISODE LINKS:
Yash Rathod's Website: https://linktr.ee/yrraadi
Yash Rathod's LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/yrraadi
Yash Rathod's Twitter: https://twitter.com/yashrathod_75
Yash Rathod's IG: https://www.instagram.com/yashrathod_75/
OUTLINE:
0:00 - Introduction
2:39 - Childhood
4:50 - IIT or Startups
8:27 - Networking
11:55 - Hype and Theranos
14:34 - Public Speaking
16:38 - Being Underestimated
20:00 - Always be right or always prove something/someone wrong?
26:32 - Mom
28:18 - From Cricketers to Technologist
35:12 - IIT JEE and College Applications
38:45 - Longevity/Fasting Research
54:38 - Religion & God
1:09:58 - End of high school and Discovering Crypto
1:18:18 - Yash's Startup
1:32:55 - Dropping out and focusing on startup
1:38:10 - Bangalore and Startup Dream
1:42:05 - Yash's Daily Routine
1:51:10 - The FOMO of Crypto and Web 3
1:56:25 - Selling the company
1:59:35 - Coming back to UIUC
2:06:35 - Looking back on the UIUC experience
2:09:00 - Advice for Young People
2:13:42 - Yash's college experience
2:14:25 - Yash's Key Word: "Partnership"
2:19:00 - Yash's advice for the UIUC Talkshow
2:20:54 - Halloween Customs
🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥
2:22:45 - 🌚 Tattoos
2:26:08 - 🔐 Cryptocurrency
2:28:30 - 🗣 LinkedIn
2:30:03 - 🧮 Super 30 & 🧪 Biology
2:34:29 - Closing Words
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What is the UIUC Talkshow?
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| 27 Dec 2022 | #28 - Adrienne Antonson: A Journey Through Science, Art, and the Education System | 01:45:47 | |||||
Adrienne Antonson is a Neuroscience and Animal Sciences professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she uses translational animal models to study the connections between inflammation, neurodevelopment, behavioral abnormalities, and mental health disorders. In this episode of the UIUC Talkshow, Dr. Antonson shares her experience of balancing her passions for art and science and the importance of breaking out of the traditional system to find one's own path. She also discusses the challenges and inefficiencies within the academic system, particularly for early career faculty and graduate students. We also discuss the flaws in the education system and the societal pressure on individuals to fit into specific career paths. Despite these challenges, Dr. Antonson remains committed to pushing the forefront of science and finding ways to improve the system for future generations. In a surprising twist, Dr. Antonson reveals her love for fine arts and her decision to study abroad in Milan, Italy, before ultimately returning to her scientific pursuits. The conversation concludes with Dr. Antonson sharing her thoughts on the modern learner, the consequences of inflammation in fetal neurodevelopment, and advice for young people looking to make a difference in the world. The episode was great because it was honest. We understood and learned about the many things that make Dr. Antonson a great professor besides her academics. We realized that we are all learning together and that no one is perfect. It's okay not to know what you want to do at an age most people associate with "success" and "growth"—taking your time to get to where you want to can be equally, if not more, rewarding. We shouldn't be afraid to try new things. Instead, we should take it as an opportunity to learn more about ourselves and the world around us. If you can persevere, you can get anywhere you want to. Remember to have fun along the way! This is The UIUC Talkshow, and this episode is one of Aaryaman Patel's favorites. EPISODE LINKS: Adrienne Antonson's Twitter: https://twitter.com/amantonsonphd Adrienne Antonson's LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-m-antonson-phd-07aa3339 Adrienne Antonson's Lab Website: https://publish.illinois.edu/antonsonlab/ Adrienne Antonson's UIUC Website: https://neuroscience.illinois.edu/profile/aantnsn2 OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 00:34 - Being an effective presenter 06:30 - Gaining mastery over a subject 08:43 - Humanistic lens of a professor 10:04 - Running a "small company" as a neuroimmunologist 12:46 - Being interdisciplinary as a scientist 14:36 - What led you to do what you're doing right now?/ How to choose the right path for you 20:50 - Partner in Crime! 22:32 - The power of relationships 26:31 - Want to learn more about yourself? Have an open mind/ Finding meaning in Animal Behavior and Welfare 30:46 - How do you know when something is right for you?/ Finding a balance in life 34:17 - Societal pressure 36:09 - Pushing the forefront of science/ What keeps you going? 38:44 - Dr. Antonson's Twin Sister! 42:58 - Life's a marathon, not a sprint 44:46 - Breaking out of the system/ Inefficiencies within the system 50:16- Fixing the system 57:40 - Are our institutions fixable? 01:01:56- The modern learner/student 1:04:09 - The consequence of inflammation in fetal neurodevelopment 1:16:00 - Inflammation & Modern Diseases 1:28:40 - Advice for young people 🚥Overrated/Underrate | |||||||
| 16 Oct 2023 | #38 - Karrie Karahalios: Social Media, MIT, Algorithmic Control & Suing Government | 02:51:08 | |||||
Karrie Karahalios is a Computer Science Professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she conducts research on the impact of computer science on society, including areas like algorithmic auditing, community-centered computing, social media, and human-computer interaction. In a world often driven by haste and the urge to build for the sake of building, Dr. Karahalios stands out in her field, much like an oasis in a desert. She offers a refreshing perspective, advocating for more thoughtful approaches to technology and social tools. Her philosophy entails not rushing to construct colossal empires at the expense of societal well-being but, instead, taking measured steps to avoid the perils of recklessness. Dr. Karahalios explores the interaction between humans and technology from a viewpoint that transcends mere functionality and deeply considers the impact on individuals and communities. Her academic journey, from earning a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering at MIT to her time in the MIT Media Lab, has uniquely equipped her to appreciate diverse perspectives and tackle complex problems. Her research stands as a testament to her dedication to deciphering the intricate dynamics of networked electronic spaces. Yet, she also takes on the role of a champion and a relentless fighter against the tyranny of algorithms that increasingly govern our lives. In this era, where social media platforms wield the power to control who can access and broadcast to the public, where medical devices operate on proprietary algorithms that render their outcomes unquestionable, and where algorithms can even make legal decisions within courtrooms, Dr. Karahalios's work takes on paramount significance. One of the significant and bold steps Dr. Karahalios has taken is suing the government to ensure that researchers can continue to investigate discrimination on the internet. Supported by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), their journey underscores the importance of pushing against self-helplessness and pursuing justice, even when the odds seem daunting. After the interview, we found ourselves in Dr. Karahalios's classes, not just for learning but for the inspiring post-class discussions. Dr. Karahalios, a fusion of brilliance and kindness, sets a remarkable example we hope others will follow. Her influence extends beyond academia, sparking our imaginations and guiding us to innovative projects. She embodies the future we aspire to create in technology and society. EPISODE LINKS: Karrie Karahalios's Website: http://www.karriekarahalios.com/ Karrie Karahalios's UIUC Website: https://cs.illinois.edu/about/people/faculty/kkarahal Books Mentioned: The Age of Surveillance Capitalism: https://amzn.to/48Xrdv5 The Dream Machine: https://amzn.to/48UokLd OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 2:08 - The Ideal Social Media App 11:44 - Social Media: Unity or Division? 17:23 - The Tyranny of Algorithms 20:13 - Unexpectedness of Social Tools 22:19 - Profits over Ethics? 28:18 - The Social Dilemma 35:17 - Face-to-face social media 36:39 - Building What People Want? 44:13 - Move fast and break things 46:20 - How to know what people want? 50:45 - Personalization 53:22 - Network effects 59:45 - Scale 1:06:05 - Community & Power 1:13:03 - Starting a non-profit 1:16:25 - AI 1:24:00 - Algorithm Transparency 1:28:07 - Writing in the Age of AI 1:34:09 - Tech Inequality 1:37:41 - Greece 1:42:55 - Don't be scared of the future 1:44:27 - Future of Education 1:48:13 - Programming Jobs 1:50:58 - The Ideal College Major 1:54:53 - Innovation @ Illinois 2:00:25 - Are young people more complacent? 2:05:18 - Canvas & Coursera 2:11:27 - Advice for young people 2:20:05 - Healthcare 🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥 2:23:58 - 👨⚖️ Suing the Government? 2:25:15 - 💬 Twitter/X 2:30:04 - 🇬🇷 Greek Yogurt 2:31:25 - 🚘 Self-driving cars 2:33:26 - 🐭 Engelbart 2:37:30 - ⌨️ PLATO 2:44:00 - 🧮 Mathematica 2:50:27 - Closing Words | |||||||
| 24 Sep 2024 | #45 - Carla Scaletti & Kurt Hegel: Sonifying the Human Condition, WALL•E, and Kyma | 01:48:07 | |||||
Carla Scaletti and Kurt Hebel are the founders of Symbolic Sound, creators of the Kyma Sound Design Environment. You may not have heard of the company or its founders, but you have definitely heard its products in films like WALL•E, The Dark Knight, Finding Nemo, games like World of Warcraft, Quake II, Mirror's Edge, and the music of A.R. Rahman. In this episode, Carla and Kurt take us behind the scenes, revealing their philosophy of being “toolmakers” for artists, musicians, and sound designers. They open up about their mission to create tools that enable people to push the boundaries of audio creativity. This conversation touches on the profound intersection of sound, science, and emotion. From the sonification of black holes to music’s power in conveying complex scientific ideas, Carla and Kurt challenge us to think differently about the role of sound in shaping our world. One of the standout themes is how music can transcend time—although it unfolds over time, listening to music can create a sensation of stepping outside of time altogether. Composers, like those using Kyma, can manipulate the flow of time, making it feel like it’s speeding up or slowing down, creating emotional arcs that resonate deeply with listeners. Carla and Kurt also discuss how sound shapes thought, arguing that people who study music think about time differently. In fact, they suggest music is a kind of sonification of the composer’s inner mental state. When we listen, we transpose that state onto ourselves, making music one of the most profoundly meaningful forms of human expression. They also talk about the human instinct for storytelling—just as visual art ranges from literal to abstract, so too can music, ranging from highly structured compositions to avant-garde soundscapes. Even in abstract forms, humans naturally find meaning by recognizing patterns and emotions within sound. This episode offers a rare glimpse into the minds of two innovators who have significantly influenced the field of sound design and music technology. It's a deep exploration of the philosophy of sound, the future of music, and life itself. This is our conversation with Carla Scaletti and Kurt Hebel, the brilliant minds behind Symbolic Sound Corporation and the Kyma Sound Design Environment. EPISODE LINKS: Symbolic Sound: https://kyma.symbolicsound.com/ Carla Scaletti's Website: https://carlascaletti.com/ Kyma's Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kyma_(sound_design_language) ILLIAC Supercomputer: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ILLIAC PLATO: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PLATO_(computer_system) Don Bitzer: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Donald_Bitzer OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 0:38 - Cost of Education 3:35 - Aaryaman's Future Plans 12:37 - Is the Universe a Computation? 19:02 - Do Gods Have Religion? 22:16 - No sound without time 23:43 - The Sound of a Black Hole 30:05 - The Sonification of Science 41:05 - Music & Transcendence 49:53 - How to Describe Music with Words? 56:04 - Carla Scaletti's Compositions 1:00:55 - A Guide to Music Appreciation 1:14:47 - A.R. Rahman 1:19:54 - WALL-E 1:23:28 - Musical Instruments 1:27:52 - The Music of the Future 1:38:40 - How to Learn 1:44:22 - Interdisciplinary Collaboration 1:46:44 - Closing words | |||||||
| 24 Jan 2023 | #29 - Stephen Wolfram: College, Avoiding CS, and Building a Computational Universe | 02:14:35 | |||||
Stephen Wolfram is sane in a way most people are crazy. In this episode of the UIUC Talkshow, we delve into the mind of one of the most brilliant and accomplished thinkers of our time, Stephen Wolfram. At the age of 15, he published his first scientific paper and received his Ph.D. in theoretical physics from Caltech by age 20. Wolfram is the founder and CEO of Wolfram Research, the company behind the revolutionary Mathematica, Wolfram Alpha (the revolutionary computational search engine), Wolfram Language, and the new Wolfram Physics project. He is also the author of several books, including 'A New Kind of Science'. Wolfram shares his unique perspective on the world of education, discussing what he would study in college today, the importance of self-teaching, and why he believes physics is the ultimate college major. He also delves into the challenges of being a professor and the role of intuition in learning. Wolfram talks about his educational journey, having dropped out of college twice and getting his Ph.D. under Richard Feynman. In this fascinating conversation, Wolfram challenges traditional notions of education, encouraging independent thinking. We also discuss the overrated nature of computer science, and why Wolfram recommends avoiding computer science to do Computational X. He also delves into his thoughts on the machinery of education and how to teach people to think critically. Wolfram also offers insights into the inner workings of his thought process and his personal ideology and musings on the possibilities of alien technology. Throughout the interview, Stephen's passion and curiosity shine through as he shares his ideas on the future of technology, the concept of the Ruliad, and the implications of alien intelligence on our understanding of the world. He also shares his thoughts on the overrated and underrated aspects of the world, including the Nobel Prize, Apple, and the "Elon Musk College Theory." This interview is a must-watch for anyone interested in the intersection of technology, science, and education. Join us as we inquire into the mind of one of the most brilliant minds of our time and gain valuable insights into the future of our world. This is the UIUC Talkshow and this is our conversation with Stephen Wolfram. EPISODE LINKS: Stephen Wolfram's Website: https://www.stephenwolfram.com/ Stephen Wolfram's Writing: https://writings.stephenwolfram.com/ Stephen Wolfram's Twitter: https://twitter.com/stephen_wolfram Wolfram's Physics Project: https://www.wolframphysics.org/ Wolfram Summer School: https://education.wolfram.com/summer-school Wolfram's Livestreaming: @WolframResearch OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 0:50 - What Would Wolfram Study in College Today? 4:03 - Don't Study Computer Science 7:40 - Teach Yourself 9:05 - Physics: The Ultimate College Major 10:40 - Should you go to College? 15:52 - How to Approach College? 16:48 - Computer Science is Overrated 22:16 - School teaches a small portion of the world 24:05 - Being a Professor 26:23 - Anything deep enough is interesting 27:43 - Education isn't about thinking 30:25 - How do you teach people to think? 37:40 - NPC Theory and Pivoting 40:12 - Livestreaming 42:26 - The Machinery of Education 48:07 - Knowledge is invented and someone has to do it 49:28 - Why Learn History? 53:56 - Intuition & Paradigm 59:20 - Quantum mechanics 1:03:32 - No one thinks about the foundations 1:06:15 - Id | |||||||
| 17 May 2022 | #9 - Reuben A. Buford May: Rapping on the Quad & Exploring the Social Sphere | 01:12:51 | |||||
"Stuckey" aka Reuben A. Buford May is a rapper, author, and professor from Chicago. He is a Professor of Sociology at the University of Illinois at Urbana—Champaign. He's known around campus as the "Rapping Professor" for his spontaneous performances that can be heard across the Quad and around Green Street. Stuckey's impromptu rap performances aren't just on street corners, he has also performed live at the Chicago House of Blues and Kyle Field. EPISODE LINKS: Stuckey's Website: http://www.stuckey.website/ Stuckey's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reginaldstuckey/ Stuckey's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheStuckeyProject Stuckey's Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1pTdJ2QB3wktwKfUYRHBhY?si=0sWbw9skSYK4omZrSv_NUw OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 0:43 - Learning to live life for yourself 2:47 - Getting comfortable with being uncomfortable 7:55 - Performing live 10:50 - Prof. Buford May's Life Journey 14:46 - "Fun", as defined by a Sociologist & Integrated Segregation 18:40 - Social Experiment! 24:28 - Mimetic Nature of Humans 27:53 - Pursuing Music as a Career? 31:30 - Music and Sociology + The incident in Chicago 38:55 - Being open to Opportunities 44:38 - Idea of the "self" 57:54 - Advice for young people 🚥 Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥 58: 28 - 🥴Making other people think you are crazy 58:58 - 🧠Sigmund Freud 59:41 - 🎙Rap music 1:04:14 - 🎓Getting a PhD 1:06:00 - 🚹 The definition of "man" (+ bonus question!) 1:10:47 - Closing words SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXqdyEq7fuyUz9cmpdfqN1Rb What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryaman-patel-779437205/ Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 02 Dec 2022 | #25 - Arend van der Zande: Nanotechnology, Everything is a Wave, and Moore's Law | 01:22:26 | |||||
Arend van der Zande is a Mechanical Engineering professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where he focuses on nanomaterials research. Dr. van der Zande is known for his work on nanomaterials research, and in this conversation, he will share his insights on the field and his unique approach to research. As a professor and human being, Arend is driven by curiosity and a desire to constantly learn and discover. He believes that true science is about feeling your way through a dark room and that the best discoveries are often made by following your nose and letting your curiosity guide you. We start by discussing the tools of nanotechnology and the mechanics of nanomaterials, and how these materials are changing the way we think about technology. Dr. van der Zande shares his thoughts on the hype cycle of new materials and the importance of creativity in research. He also shares his personal journey in the field and how he follows his curiosity to find new breakthroughs. Dr. van der Zande talks about the importance of not going straight to graduate school and the value of following your nose to find your passion. We also discuss the importance of figuring out how to push and move beyond Moore's Law through neuromorphic computing, and how these technologies are pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We end with a discussion of his favorite TV shows and books, and his thoughts on science fiction. Join us in this fascinating conversation with Dr. Arend van der Zande on the UIUC Talkshow.
EPISODE LINKS: Arend van der Zande's UIUC Website: https://ece.illinois.edu/about/directory/faculty/arendv OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 1:30 - Nanomaterials 4:20 - Tools of nanotechnology 6:18 - "Everything is a wave" 7:17 - The mechanics of nanomaterials 15:30 - From the lab to the consumer 17:05 - How van der Zande got started 20:50 - The hype cycle of new materials 24:10 - Creativity in research 29:37 - Following your nose and the rest will follow 34:00 - Don't go straight to Grad School 37:35 - Follow your curiosity and everything will be fine 39:30 - Are there limits to curiosity? 45:49 - Beyond Moore's Law and Neuromorphic Computing 53:11 - Favorite TV Shows 56:00 - Favorite Book 58:25 - Science fiction 1:03:35 - Mentors 🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥 1:07:44 - 🐜 Ant-Man & Marvel Movies 1:11:15 - 🏫 Cornell University 1:18:08 - Suggestion to the UIUC Talkshow 1:21:00 - Closing Words SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXqdyEq7fuyUz9cmpdfqN1Rb What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryaman-patel-779437205/ Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 08 Jul 2022 | #13 - Cesar Monsalud and Aidan Finn: UIUC Reddit, Daily Illini, and Getting Funky | 00:48:49 | |||||
Cesar Monsalud (u/Tomatosmoothie) and Aidan Finn are students at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign who are studying Computer Science and Advertising/Journalism respectively. We're joined by two of the most outspoken people on campus. They share a passion for connecting with people and using media (Daily Illini, Reddit, radio, memes, etc) to establish a relationship. EPISODE LINKS: Cesar Monsalud's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cesarmonsaludCesar Monsalud's Website: https://cesarmonsalud.github.io/#/Aidan Finn's Daily Illini: https://dailyillini.com/staff_name/aidan-finn/ OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 1:00 - Meatheads & Maxing Out Credit Cards 3:01 - u/Tomatosmoothie and Reddit 5:02 - Aidan Finn 7:20 - Cesar's Goal: A Guide for People 12:45 - Aidan's Pasion: Media 15:19 - People 22:30 - Craziest Daily Illini Article 26:08 - Experiment Idea 33:08 - The UIUC Experience 🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥 40:35 - 👂 Introverts 44:20 - Closing words 47:15 - 👏🪩 Clap, clap, clap, clap your hands SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshowTwitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshowTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshowSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQnApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeCClips playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXqdyEq7fuyUz9cmpdfqN1Rb What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce to the most interesting people and most interesting people from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryaman-patel-779437205/ Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 14 Sep 2022 | #19 - Samuel Steiner: The Most Venezuelan Guy at UIUC | 01:29:59 | |||||
Samuel Steiner is a Venezuelan civil engineering student from Maracaibo, Venezuela. We emphasize where Samuel is from twice because of his true unconditional and unmatched love for his country. This sentiment isn't just shallow nationalism. Rather it is a conviction that drives Samuel to a great length to become a civil engineer to rebuild Venezuela's broken infrastructure and become a student of history to avoid making the political mistakes of the past. This conviction easily makes Samuel Steiner one of the most, if not, the most Venezuelan student at UIUC. A "true Maracucho" as he would call himself. Aaryaman and Juan David sit down with Samuel to discuss topics such as balance and routine, ambition and scarcity, and the difficulty of making life decisions by going back in time to his favorite personal mistake of saying "No" to becoming a professional soccer player. Through it, they discuss regretting meeting Albert Einstein, talking to Marcos Pérez Jiménez, and a very impressive brief history of India. This is the UIUC Talkshow and this is our conversation with Samuel Steiner. EPISODE LINKS: Samuel Steiner's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuel-steiner-b73831a4 OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 1:16 - Samuel's Background 2:32 - Does greatness require sacrifice? 9:00 - True happiness and balance 14:41 - Routine and ambition 20:00 - Regretting meeting Einstein 22:00 - Marcos Pérez Jiménez & Venezuelan History 27:45 - Authoritarianism 31:45 - A Brief History of India 36:23 - Why Learn History? 38:38 - Favorite Personal Mistake 54:10 - How to Request UIUC Admission File 57:29 - UIUC dream school? 1:00:20 - Samuel's First Day at UIUC 1:03:56 - Favorite UIUC Memory 1:07:10 - Advice for UIUC International Students 🚥Overrated or Underrated Section 🚥 1:17:50 - 👯♂️ Greek Life 1:20:26 - ⚽️ Ted Lasso 1:26:20 - 🔴 Red 1:27:57 - Closing Words SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXqdyEq7fuyUz9cmpdfqN1Rb What is the UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce to the most interesting people and most interesting people from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryaman-patel-779437205/ Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||
| 07 Mar 2022 | #2 - Jaden Thompson: Growing up in Indonesia, Engineering, and Faith | 00:54:23 | |||||
Jaden Thompson is a mechanical engineering student from many places. He grew up around the world and is committed to his obsessions from running and building cars to rock climbing and F1. EPISODE LINKS: Jaden's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaden-thompson-6618221b3 Jaden's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdtepic/ OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction 1:50 - Jaden's Weekends/Evenings Obsessions 9:30 - Challenges of Living in Jakarta, Indonesia 13:30 - Making Healthy Friendships 19:40 - Faith & Religion 26:43 - Consumerism 33:05 - History of Patagonia & The North Face 35:14 - We Want Want What Others Want 37:13 - Everyone has a void on their hearts 40:48 - Thanksgiving Dinner Cockroach 45:45 - Special: Overrated & Underrated 53:40 - Jaden's Closing Words SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uiuctalkshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/uiuctalkshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uiuctalkshow Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ezoc4xJa4DrGq7N4lhqQn Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-uiuc-talkshow/id1611427075 Full episodes playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXr3qlx9c89Rv76c6IpnwGeC Clips playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1H9UJqXvJXqdyEq7fuyUz9cmpdfqN1Rb What is The UIUC Talkshow? Our goal with this show is to introduce you to the most interesting people with the most interesting ideas from the UIUC campus. Learn more about Juan David & Aaryaman: Aaryaman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaryaman-patel-779437205/ Juan David Website: https://www.juandavidcampolargo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdcampolargo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdcampolargo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdcampolargo/ | |||||||