Neal Stephenson

Neal Stephenson

Author of influential science fiction novels, former Chief Futurist at Magic Leap, first employee at Blue Origin contributing to aerospace innovation.

About

Neal Stephenson is a renowned American science fiction author known for his complex narratives and deep explorations of technology and society.
He was the first employee at Blue Origin, contributing to the early development of private aerospace ventures.
Later, he served as Chief Futurist at Magic Leap, helping shape augmented reality technology.
His work bridges speculative fiction and real-world technological foresight, influencing both literary and tech communities.

Areas of Expertise

science fiction author futurist

Recent Podcasts

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Neal Stephenson: Sci-Fi, Space, Aliens, AI, VR & the Future of Humanity | Lex Fridman Podcast #240

Topic: Science fiction, advanced technologies, and the future of humanity

02:39:521,706,08518,0084 years ago
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