The Tim Ferriss Show

The Tim Ferriss Show

#135: Luis Von Ahn on Learning Languages, Building Companies, and Changing the World

Jan 26, 2016 · 02:16:09

✨ AI Summary

Luis von Ahn discusses language learning and building impactful companies.
He invented CAPTCHAs and sold two companies to Google.
Recognized for innovation in science and business.

Guests on This Episode

BC

Building Companies

1 podcast appearance

CW

Changing the World

1 podcast appearance

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