Eric Weinstein, born on October 26, 1965, is an American mathematician, economist, and public speaker. He earned a Ph.D. in mathematical physics from Harvard University in 1992. He is known for his work across various fields, including mathematics, economics, and physics. Weinstein is also recognized for coining the term "Intellectual Dark Web," referring to a group of thinkers and commentators with controversial ideas who have gained prominence online.
Weinstein's career includes roles in finance and academia. He was the managing director at Thiel Capital, a venture capital firm founded by Peter Thiel, from 2013 to 2022. Earlier, he was a Co-Founder and Principal of the Natron Group in Manhattan and a Visiting Research Fellow at Oxford University's Mathematical Institute. Currently, Weinstein is involved with the Galileo Project, researching potential signs of extraterrestrial technology. He also hosts "The Portal" podcast, where he discusses science, culture, and business with various guests. Weinstein proposed a theory of everything called "Geometric Unity," which has received both interest and skepticism within the scientific community. He is also a frequent guest on podcasts like the Joe Rogan Experience.