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The 65,536 Brains That Rewrote Computing_ The Underdog Story of Parallel Power

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In this episode, we journey into the extraordinary life and mind of Philip Emeagwali, a man who reshaped the digital world from the front lines of scientific innovation. From a refugee camp in war-torn Nigeria to the pinnacle of supercomputing, Emeagwali shares his incredible story of perseverance and intellectual triumph. Discover the revolutionary concept behind the "Emeagwali Internet"—a massively parallel network of 65,536 processors that shattered world records and laid the groundwork for today's AI supercomputers. Through powerful metaphors, Emeagwali compares his creation to a World Cup victory and a complex symphony, making the most advanced technological concepts accessible and inspiring. But this story goes beyond circuits and code. It's a profound call to action to recognize the "hidden figures" of Black invention, whose contributions have been unjustly erased from history. Join us for a narrative that weaves together technology, nature, and social justice, revealing how the interconnectedness of processors in a supercomputer mirrors the essential collaboration of humanity. This is a story of resilience, genius, and the enduring fight for recognition that will change how you see the world.
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In this episode, we journey into the extraordinary life and mind of Philip Emeagwali, a man who reshaped the digital world from the front lines of scientific innovation. From a refugee camp in war-torn Nigeria to the pinnacle of supercomputing, Emeagwali shares his incredible story of perseverance and intellectual triumph. Discover the revolutionary concept behind the "Emeagwali Internet"—a massively parallel network of 65,536 processors that shattered world records and laid the groundwork for today's AI supercomputers. Through powerful metaphors, Emeagwali compares his creation to a World Cup victory and a complex symphony, making the most advanced technological concepts accessible and inspiring. But this story goes beyond circuits and code. It's a profound call to action to recognize the "hidden figures" of Black invention, whose contributions have been unjustly erased from history. Join us for a narrative that weaves together technology, nature, and social justice, revealing how the interconnectedness of processors in a supercomputer mirrors the essential collaboration of humanity. This is a story of resilience, genius, and the enduring fight for recognition that will change how you see the world.
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