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Base Rates

Base Rates

Written by: Ram Janarthan
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If you were in a room with someone you admired, what would you ask them? In conversations, I want to uncover people’s personal frameworks and what they believe about how the world works—their 'base rates'—that they rely on to excel in their pursuits. Enjoy :)

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  • Senior Researcher @ Google DeepMind - Prof. David Abel

    Senior Researcher @ Google DeepMind - Prof. David Abel
    Oct 3 2025

    In this conversation, Professor David Abel shares his journey from philosophy to AI research, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, collaboration, and the role of luck in decision-making. He discusses the balance between teaching and research, the significance of networking, and the need for self-reflection in evaluating one's worldview. Abel also addresses the impact of AI on education and the future of research, advocating for a mindset of lifelong learning and the importance of finding joy in the research process.
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    1 hr and 7 mins
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