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Recent Episodes
March 16, 2026
80% of School Is a Waste of Time - Will AI Change It? (With Bryan Caplan)
<p><a href="https://www.zappable.com/p/the-case-against-education-podcast">Read an abridged transcript here.</a></p><p>Bryan Caplan argues that roughly 80% of schooling is wasted time, and that the primary value of a degree comes from signaling - demonstrating intelligence, conscientiousness, and conformity to employers rather than building useful skills. In this conversation, we discuss the evidence behind that claim, what "conformity" really means, why the system is so resistant to change, what Bryan would do if he was in charge, and whether AI will change the equilibrium. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Some questions we discuss</strong>:</p><ul><li>How much does education actually increase abilities or intelligence?</li><li>The Flynn effect points to an increase in IQ scores over time. Do schools get any credit ? </li><li>Bryan has argued that a college degree is important for signaling conformity and skipping it demonstrates non-conformity. But if conformity just means "professionalism" - can you demonstrate it without a degree? </li><li>Classes are no longer entirely in-person, and tech will change education even more. Will people still need a four-year degree from a brick-and-mortar institution? </li><li>What happens to universities once AI can do most intellectual work?</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Guest</strong>: <a href="http://www.bcaplan.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Bryan Caplan</a>, Economics professor at George Mason University and author of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Case-against-Education-System-Waste/dp/0691174652" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">The Case Against Education</a>. Check out his <a href="https://www.betonit.ai/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Substack</a> and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BryanDCaplan" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">YouTube Channel</a>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Timestamps</strong></p><p>00:00 How Much of School is a Waste?</p><p>04:39 The Flynn Effect</p><p>08:29 The Importance of Literacy & Numeracy</p><p>12:35 Signaling and Conformity in Education</p><p>18:57 The Practicality of College Education</p><p>20:41 Will Online Education Become Accepted?</p><p>25:28 AI's Impact on Education</p><p>29:50 Will AI Asymptote</p><p>32:11 Reimagining the Education System</p><p>35:27 Curiosity and Tailored Learning</p><p>37:12 Talented STEM Students</p><p>40:16 Libertarian Perspectives on Education</p><p><br></p>
February 3, 2026
Drawing the Line with AI
<p>Ariel speaks with Mike Todasco about practical AI usage strategies and broader implications of AI adoption. Mike shares his "Borg Chart" framework for organizing AI tools, explains how he uses multiple AI subscriptions, and discusses his recent research on LLMs and prediction markets. The conversation covers where to draw the line with AI assistance, the risks of over-reliance on AI companions, how education needs to adapt, and how solopreneurs are now empowered with AI. </p><p><br></p><p>Guest</p><p>Michael (Mike) Todasco is a Visiting Fellow at San Diego State University’s AI Center and the former Senior Director of Innovation at Paypal. Find him online at <a href="https://todasco.lovable.app/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">todasco.com</a>. </p><p><br></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction to AI and Personal Journey</p><p>03:12 AI Borg Chart</p><p>05:01 Human Touch vs. AI Automation</p><p>07:52 Exploring Multiple AI Tools</p><p>11:57 Recognizing AI Errors & Limitations</p><p>15:32 Using Deep Research</p><p>19:09 AI Betting & Confidence</p><p>24:38 The Risks of AI</p><p>28:20 AI in Education</p><p>32:23 The Purpose of Learning</p><p>37:51 AI Alignment and Corporate Alignment</p><p>44:18 The GDPVal Metric</p>
December 30, 2025
The Science of Optimal Experience: Understanding Flow with Dr. Orin Davis
<p>In this conversation, Ariel interviews Dr. Orin Davis to explore the science of "Flow" - the state of complete immersion and energized focus often described as "being in the zone". Orin breaks down the characteristics of flow, its relationship with happiness, and how to identify the activities that help you cultivate it. They discuss the differences between flow and meditation and offer a critical look at how modern schools and workplaces may inhibit optimal performance. They explore real-world examples of flow in tennis, chess, coding, and dancing. Finally, they discuss "microflow" - salvaging optimal experiences in short bursts even under suboptimal conditions. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Guest</strong></p><p>Dr. Orin Davis studied under Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi and is holder of the first doctorate awarded in Positive Psychology, a lecturer at Columbia University, and Principal Investigator of the Quality of Life Laboratory. You can find more about his work at <a href="http://www.qllab.org" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">qllab.org</a>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Timestamps</strong></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Positive Psychology and Flow</p><p>01:49 Understanding Flow: Definition and Characteristics</p><p>04:22 The Spectrum of Flow Experiences</p><p>06:02 Flow and Happiness</p><p>07:49 Frequency and Spillover Effects of Flow</p><p>10:06 The Nature of Flow: Struggle and Enjoyment</p><p>12:59 Flow vs. Mastery: Short-term vs. Long-term Satisfaction</p><p>14:40 Flow and Meditation: Similarities and Differences</p><p>17:48 Effort and Enjoyment: The Balance in Flow</p><p>20:21 The Importance of Doing for Its Own Sake</p><p>22:48 Work-Life Balance and the Startup Culture</p><p>27:32 Cultivating Flow: Tips and Strategies</p><p>30:08 The Art of Collaboration in Dance</p><p>31:01 Flow in Physical vs. Intellectual Activities</p><p>33:33 The Impact of Distractions on Flow</p><p>36:46 Rethinking Education for Flow Experiences</p><p>40:11 Grouping in Schools and Flow Opportunities</p><p>44:20 Understanding Microflow</p><p>48:03 Flow When Playing Chess & Volleyball</p><p>53:40 Benefits of Microflow in Daily Life</p><p>58:19 Creating Opportunities for Flow at Work</p>
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