In this episode of the Lex Fridman Podcast, host Lex Fridman interviews astrobiologist and theoretical physicist Sara Walker about her book 'Life as No One Knows It: The Physics of Life's Emergence'. They discuss the distinction between materialists and vitalists in understanding life, the concept of life as a material property with properties that are not yet fully understood, the role of death in the creative and dynamic process of life, and the blurred boundary between life and death in ecosystems like the jungle. They also explore the limitations of human perception and the need for rigorous scientific inquiry.
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In this episode of the Lex Fridman Podcast, Lex interviews Kevin Spacey, a two-time Oscar-winning actor known for his roles in 'The Usual Suspects', 'American Beauty', and 'House of Cards'. They discuss Kevin's background and career, his experience working with David Fincher on 'Se7en', and the themes of tragedy and characters lacking information. They also explore the importance of subtlety in acting performances, the role of improvisation in acting, and the differences between theater and film acting. Additionally, they delve into Kevin's experience working with Jack Lemmon and the impact of 'American Beauty' on audiences. Finally, they discuss the themes of mortality and self-acceptance in 'American Beauty'.
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