AI is already solving problems scientists said were impossible — and we're just getting started. In this episode, Yossi Matias, VP of Engineering & Research at Google, explains why we're living through the golden age of research and what that means for your career, your kids, and your future.

We cover:

Why AI agents and vibe coding are actually underhyped
How Google's AI co-scientist cracked a superbug hypothesis in 3 days (vs. years of lab work)
Flood prediction in 150 countries — from "impossible" to deployed in 7 years
What Google is building for education, healthcare, and climate resilience
The one mindset shift to stay relevant in 2026 and beyond

Yossi also shares what Google looks for when hiring today — and why the ability to adapt matters more than any specific skill.

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How AI Is Solving Problems We Thought Were Impossible | Yossi Matias, Google VP of Research