Who is Lex Fridman? AI researchers, interviewing Trump, Musk and now PM Modi’s Podcaster
The podcast is expected to cover key topics such as India’s Digital India Initiative, the Made in India campaign and the country’s advancements in artificial intelligence (AI).
Furthermore, the dialogue may explore broader global issues, providing a unique perspective on India’s growing influence on the world stage.
Who is Lex Fridman?
Lex Fridman is an outstanding AI researcher and Podcaster, known for his knowledge and thought-provoking interviews. Fridman was born in Chkalovsk, now Uzbekistan. He moved to the United States at the age of 11 after the Soviet Union collapsed.
He holds an advanced degree in computer science and electrical engineering and has worked in cutting-edge autonomous driving programs at Tesla and Google.
In 2015, he joined a research scientist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) to specialize in artificial intelligence and human robot interactions.
Friedman’s global influence
In 2018, Fridman launched Lex Fridman Podcastinitially focused on AI, but later expanded to cover topics such as politics, philosophy, and global affairs.
Podcasts have become a platform for in-depth conversations with influential numbers from various fields, amassing more than 4.5 million users on YouTube.
Guests include Tesla CEO Elon Musk, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, FW CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other outstanding individuals.
AI experts’ podcasts are known for their discussions with a wide range of high-profile guests.
This includes political leaders such as U.S. President Donald Trump, Senator Bernie Sanders, as well as cultural figures such as rapper Kanye West and tech industry leaders.
Fridman’s ability to interact with guests and extract meaningful insights makes his podcast the cornerstone of global knowledge discussions.
Along with his academic work and podcast success, the MIT researcher is also a major social media influencer with a large following on platforms like YouTube and X (formerly Twitter), where he shares insights about technology, society, and humanity.
PM Modi’s podcast appears
Fridman Marks Marks Prime Minister Modi’s second podcast appearance in January 2025. Modi appeared on the People by WTF podcast along with Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath.
In that appearance, they discussed his leadership philosophy and the technological developments in India. Fridman’s podcast, by contrast, offers an opportunity to delve into India’s digital transformation, technological advancements and its future contributions to the global stage.
As India’s impact on AI and digital infrastructure continues to grow, the dialogue between Modi and Fridman will provide valuable insights into India’s technological aspirations and its role in shaping global technological trends.
