Lex Fridman, an MIT scientist and host of the widely acclaimed Lex Fridman Podcast, has announced an exclusive interview with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The interview is scheduled for the end of February 2025 and promises to delve into India’s advancements in AI and major government initiatives like Make in India and Digital India.
In his announcement on platform X, Fridman expressed his excitement:
“I will be doing a podcast with Narendra Modi (@narendramodi), Prime Minister of India, at the end of February. I’ve never been to India, so I’m excited to finally visit and experience many facets of its vibrant, historic culture and its amazing people as fully as I can.”
Who is Lex Fridman?
Lex Fridman is a prominent name in the world of AI and podcasting. He holds a PhD in Philosophy and Computer Science from Drexel University, Philadelphia, and has worked with Google as a researcher, focusing on machine learning-based active authentication.
In 2015, Fridman joined MIT, where he specialized in human-centered AI, particularly in autonomous vehicle research. He has collaborated with companies like Tesla on advanced AI technologies and autonomous driving systems.
Born in Chkalovsk, Soviet Union, and raised in Moscow, Fridman relocated to the U.S. after the fall of the USSR.
The Lex Fridman Podcast
Since 2018, Lex Fridman has been hosting the Lex Fridman Podcast, where he interviews global leaders, industry pioneers, and tech experts. Notable figures on his podcast include:
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy
- Billionaire Elon Musk
- Amazon founder Jeff Bezos
- U.S. President-elect Donald Trump
This upcoming episode with PM Modi marks the Indian leader’s second podcast appearance, following his January 2025 interview on Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath’s podcast, which garnered over 2.2 million views.
Anticipated Topics of Discussion
Media reports suggest that the interview will cover India’s:
- Advancements in artificial intelligence
- Make in India initiative
- Digital India programs
- Broader technological and economic growth
The announcement has sparked excitement across social media, with users eager to hear Modi’s views on India’s future in AI and global tech leadership.
