Peter Thiel
Mentioned in 193 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A prominent venture capitalist and technology entrepreneur known for founding Founders Fund and leading investments in AI companies including Anthropic, despite historical skepticism of the sector. He is frequently discussed across podcasts for his influential frameworks on business strategy (particularly from *Zero to One*), his views on technological innovation and monopoly power, and his investments spanning Palantir, Do Not Pay, and other tech ventures. Thiel also appears regularly in podcast discussions regarding his connections documented in the Epstein files and his public positions on issues including student debt, ESG investing, and political influence.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
The Joe Rogan Experience · May 21, 2026
#2503 - Eric Weinstein
“Tech billionaire discussed as example of shift away from fundamental science funding toward engineering and AI”
The Home Service Expert Podcast · May 18, 2026
The Real Reason Most People Never Start (It's Not Discipline)
“Author of 'Zero to One'; recommended by Hardy as essential reading on category creation”
The Daily · May 17, 2026
Can We Reverse Aging?
“PayPal founder interested in cryogenic preservation and longevity science investments”
The Daily Stoic · May 17, 2026
How To Think Better in the Age of AI (From the Stoics)
“Interviewed by host; discussed dangers of contrarianism and importance of independent thinking vs. reflexive opposition”
How I Invest with David Weisburd · May 14, 2026
E369: Midas List VC: Why Smart VCs Are Buying Secondaries
“Created Thiel Fellowship as alternative credentialing to Ivy League; Singerman backed Valerian fund”
Odd Lots · May 14, 2026
Martin Wolf on the 'Terrifying' Superpower That the US Wields
“Represents AI-focused, future-oriented faction within Trump coalition contrasting with traditionalists”
BigDeal · May 13, 2026
Founder: How I Brainwashed Myself to Be a Billionaire at 34 | Ankur Jain
“Told Replit CEO the company wouldn't be big; later became friendly despite initial skepticism”
Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard · May 13, 2026
Ben McKenzie (on cryptocurrency)
“VC investor who funded FTX; claimed he would invest again despite fraud; represents VC tolerance for failure”
Uncapped with Jack Altman · May 12, 2026
Uncapped #49 | Kevin Hartz & Bennett Siegel from A*
“Co-devised Thiel Fellowship in 2010; prescient about lowering founder age and dropping out trends”
Bloomberg Tech · May 8, 2026
CoreWeave Shares Drop After Forecast Sparks Growth Fears
“Backed Enhanced's public listing; investor in performance enhancement sports company”
The Shawn Ryan Show · May 7, 2026
#302 Joe Lonsdale - If China Takes Taiwan, AI Sets Back 10 Years
“Mentioned as hiring University of Austin graduates; co-founder of Palantir with Lonsdale”
Tech Won't Save Us · May 7, 2026
Muskism is the New Fordism w/ Ben Tarnoff & Quinn Slobodian
“Representative of cyber-libertarianism in 1990s-2000s; contrasted with Musk's state partnership model”
America First with Nicholas J. Fuentes Repost · May 6, 2026
VIVEK WINS NOMINATION??? Ohio Governors Race INTENSIFIES | America First Ep. 1677
“Associated with J.D. Vance and Silicon Valley influence on GOP; represents billionaire tech faction within Republican Party”
The Tech Report · May 5, 2026
How ‘Pathological’ Silicon Valley fanatics are blocking AI regulation | Timothy Noah
“Cited as extreme example of tech leader using religious apocalyptic rhetoric to oppose AI regulation, labeling regulators as antichrist”
The Megyn Kelly Show · Apr 29, 2026
James Comey and Violent Threats Against Trump, with Victor Davis Hanson, and the TRUTH About AI Danger, with Tristan Harris | Ep. 1306
“Quoted hesitating when asked if human species should endure; discussed as representative of transhumanist views”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · Apr 29, 2026
4/29/26: Epstein Peter Thiel Plot Exposed, AOC Humiliates Trump Crony, Big Tech Israel Crackdown, Professor Pape On Iran War
“Subject of investigation for close relationship with Jeffrey Epstein and influence on Trump administration policy”
The Daily · Apr 29, 2026
Why Even Some Democrats Hate California’s Billionaire Tax Proposal
“Technology investor and venture capitalist who relocated to Miami to avoid billionaire tax”
Better Offline · Apr 29, 2026
Palantir's Manifesto with June and Caleb from KTC
“Mentioned as Karp's ideological predecessor and Trump supporter; Karp publicly disagreed with him on Trump”
The a16z Show · Apr 27, 2026
Ben Horowitz on Venture Capital and AI
“Early Facebook investor who got favorable terms because market undervalued network effects”
The Tim Dillon Show · Apr 25, 2026
493 - The Palantir Manifesto & My Manifesto
“Palantir co-founder described as obsessed with Satan; partner with Karp in global governance vision”
Taylor Lorenz’s Power User · Apr 24, 2026
Inside A Billionaire's AI Spy Network: The Shocking Secrets of Madison Square Garden’s Surveillance Machine
“Example of billionaire known for employing private investigators against perceived enemies”
פודקאסט שולחן 4 · Apr 24, 2026
פרק 52:השחמט של טראמפ, הרובוטים מחליפים עובדים, פלנטיר, השקעה מפתיעה של ברקשיר
“Co-founded Palantir with Alex Karp; discussed for defense tech philosophy”
Top Comment · Apr 24, 2026
Haley Beck explained, and the crypto operation hijacking the BBC
“Announced new AI company designed to target journalists and articles, representing threat to journalism”
How I Invest with David Weisburd · Apr 23, 2026
E354: Why Most VCs Misunderstand Peter Thiel’s Power Law
“Central figure whose power law concept and investment philosophy are analyzed throughout episode”
Uncanny Valley | WIRED · Apr 23, 2026
Apple’s Next Chapter; SpaceX and Cursor Strike A Deal; Palantir’s Controversial Manifesto
“Co-founded Palantir after 9/11; tech billionaire with ideological influence on company direction”
Pivot to AI · Apr 22, 2026
20260422 - Oh no! The Donald J. Trump data centre is in trouble
“Republican investor who backed Nugabauer's Glorify bank venture that failed in 2022”
Bulwark Takes · Apr 22, 2026
Katie Couric LIVE on Trump's AWFUL Polls, GOP's Gerrymander Faceplant, WHCD Drama
“Referenced as influential figure in JD Vance's political career and MAGA billionaire network”
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Talkin' Bout [Infosec] News · Apr 22, 2026
Tim Cook Announces Apple CEO Exit - 2026-04-20
“Backed Persona identity verification service selected by Anthropic for KYC”
On the Media · Apr 22, 2026
Predicting the News
“Identified as funder and adopter of efficient market hypothesis philosophy underlying prediction market business model”
The Ezra Klein Show · Apr 21, 2026
Why Are Palantir and OpenAI Scared of Alex Bores?
“Early Palantir investor; supported Trump in 2016 despite company's stated anti-fascism mission”
Hard Fork · Apr 17, 2026
A.I. Backlash Turns Violent + Kara Swisher on Healthmaxxing + The Zuck Bot Is Coming
“Backed senescent cell research; represents tech investor interest in longevity”
Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast · Apr 13, 2026
Rick Wilson & Ed Fitzgerald
“Discussed for investment in JD Vance and support for Orbán's illiberal democracy model”
No es el fin del mundo · Apr 13, 2026
266. Punzada mundial: la frontera
“Referenced for seasteading project and vision of autonomous floating cities as new frontiers”
Lenny's Podcast: Product | Career | Growth · Apr 12, 2026
Hard truths about building in the AI era | Keith Rabois (Khosla Ventures)
“Taught Rabois about talent density and undiscovered talent hiring at PayPal”
The Tim Dillon Show · Apr 11, 2026
491 - Bombing Beirut, Back To Butler & Melania’s Mission
“Referenced regarding views on human existence and AI development; implied skepticism about human future”
IHIP News · Apr 11, 2026
Insider Reveals the Secret Lives of Tech Oligarch's & MTG Takes Down Trump
“Discussed as consistently conservative tech figure now giving lectures about the Antichrist”
How I Invest with David Weisburd · Apr 10, 2026
E345: How I Raised $10 Billion in Venture Capital w/Scott Painter
“Referenced for his rule 'Don't bet against Elon Musk' which David Weisburd adapts to Scott Painter”
IHIP News · Apr 8, 2026
Trump Furious with JD Vance After Massive Betrayal Leaked! Slams Him Publicly
“Identified as JD Vance's benefactor and funder who placed him in Trump administration to advance anti-democratic agenda”
Bubba the Love Sponge® Show · Apr 8, 2026
BTLS | 9AM Wed. Apr. 8 - Video Killed the Radio Star, Hogan’s Tape, and Bubba’s Doc Play
“Financed Hogan's legal proceedings against Gawker due to personal grievance over being outed as gay”
Heavy Spoilers · Apr 8, 2026
THE BOYS Season 5 Episode 1 - 2 Breakdown & Ending Explained | Review, Comic Easter Eggs And More
“Referenced as real-world figure whose influence Sister Sage leverages in the show”
The Other Side of Midnight with Walter Sterling · Apr 8, 2026
Explaining War to Aliens | 04-08-26
“Discussed in context of predictive algorithms and metadata analysis technology”
The Other Side of Midnight with Walter Sterling · Apr 8, 2026
Hour 4: From Sherman to Skynet | 04-08-26
“Mentioned in context of Palantir's data integration and predictive targeting technology”
Pardon My Take · Apr 8, 2026
Masters Preview With Shane Bacon, Max Homa, Michigan Wins The Natty, Bulls Fire Everyone + Hot Seat/Cool Throne And FAQ's
“Founder of steroid-legal alternative Olympics valued at $1.2 billion”
On the Media · Apr 3, 2026
Pete Hegseth is Praying for a Holy War
“Delivers lectures on AI expansion as theological imperative to prevent Antichrist; Vatican advisor criticized his views as heresy”
This Week in Startups · Apr 3, 2026
AI Rebuilt Every YC W26 Startup. Should Founders Be Scared? | E2271
“Early psychedelic therapeutics investor mentioned for founding Compass Therapeutics”
IHIP News · Apr 3, 2026
Trump Bashes JD Vance On LIVE TV; MAGA Influencer Says Cut Trump Off?
“Referenced as person JD Vance attempts to appease politically”
Latent Space: The AI Engineer Podcast · Apr 3, 2026
Marc Andreessen introspects on The Death of the Browser, Pi + OpenClaw, and Why "This Time Is Different"
“Mentioned regarding discussion of dangerous capabilities and AI development philosophy”
How I Invest with David Weisburd · Apr 2, 2026
E339: From Zero to $100 Million in 18 Months: Inside Legora
“Referenced for concept about large companies building competitive verticals for antitrust defense”
Cato Podcast · Apr 2, 2026
The Great Political Realignment
“Cited as transhumanist techno-enthusiast on nationalist side of emerging technology divide”
Modern Wisdom · Apr 2, 2026
#1079 - Tristan Harris - AI Expert Warns: “This Is The Last Mistake We’ll Ever Make”
“Hesitated when asked if human species should survive; lectures on Antichrist; Harris suggests he knows AI is real Antichrist”