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President Volodymyr Zelensky sat down for an in-depth conversation with American interviewer and scientist Lex Fridman in a podcast episode set to release this Monday. The dialogue lasted over three hours, indicating a comprehensive discussion on various topics concerning Ukraine and its ongoing conflict with Russia.
What Happened?
American interviewer cum scientist Lex Fridman revealed via his X account that he had conducted a podcast interview with President Zelensky. The episode, which will air this coming Monday, lasted for more than three hours.
Background
On November 30, 2022, President Zelensky announced his agreement to participate in Fridman’s podcast. This marks a significant moment in Fridman’s podcast history, given that it includes the voices of influential figures such as former US President Donald Trump, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
About Lex Fridman
Lex Fridman, of Ukrainian-Jewish descent, is an American scientist and interviewer who was born in Tajikistan and grew up in Moscow. His podcast, initially dubbed "The AI Alignment Podcast," was renamed "The Lex Fridman Podcast" in 2020. Fridman has shown support for Ukraine, having visited the country during the height of the Russian invasion in the summer of 2022.
What to Expect?
Given the podcast’s duration and Fridman’s reputation for thorough, thought-provoking discussions, listeners can anticipate a wide-ranging discourse on Ukraine’s current situation, its future, and potentially even the president’s personal perspectives on his leadership during the crisis.
