Lex Fridman to Interview PM Modi, Plans Pre-Interview Fast

Aakhir Tak – In Shorts

1. US podcaster Lex Fridman will interview Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
2. Fridman described PM Modi as “the most fascinating human being.”
3. He plans to fast for 48-72 hours before the interview.
4. This will be Fridman’s first visit to India.
5. PM Modi has previously appeared on a podcast with Nikhil Kamath.

Aakhir Tak – In Depth

US podcaster Lex Fridman, who is set to interview Prime Minister Narendra Modi later this month, described PM Modi as “the most fascinating human being” he has studied and said he was eager for a conversation with him. The upcoming interview has generated significant interest and anticipation. Fridman’s unique interview style and PM Modi’s global prominence make this a noteworthy event.

Fridman, known for his long-form discussions, tweeted that he looked forward to speaking with PM Modi for “several hours.” He noted the Prime Minister’s practice of multi-day fasts, and said he planned to undertake a 48 to 72 hour fast before the interview. “It’s a good opportunity to meditate and reflect,” he wrote, indicating his respect for PM Modi’s practices and his intention to prepare thoughtfully for the conversation.

Aravind Srinivas, the CEO of Perplexity AI, responded to Fridman’s post, saying, “He’s awesome,” adding to the positive anticipation surrounding the interview. This endorsement from a prominent figure in the tech world further highlights the significance of PM Modi’s engagement with Fridman’s podcast.

This will be Fridman’s first visit to India. It will be PM Modi’s second appearance on a podcast, following a discussion with Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath last month. Fridman’s visit provides an opportunity to experience India’s culture.

On January 19, Fridman announced on X that he would interview PM Modi. “I will be doing a podcast with Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India, at the end of February,” he said. “I’ve never been to India, so I’m excited to finally visit and experience many facets of its vibrant, historic culture and its amazing people as fully as I can,” he added. Fridman’s interest in India reflects the country’s growing global influence.

Fridman has hosted a podcast since 2018. Originally titled “The Artificial Intelligence Podcast”, it was rebranded as “The Lex Fridman Podcast” in 2020. He has interviewed a range of high-profile figures, including tech magnate Elon Musk, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, US President Donald Trump, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. His conversations explore science, technology, history, philosophy, and topics such as intelligence, consciousness, love and power. Fridman’s podcast attracts a large and diverse audience.

Aakhir Tak – Key Takeaways to Remember

Lex Fridman interviews PM Modi. Describes Modi as “fascinating”. Plans pre-interview fast. Fridman’s first India visit.

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