Storyteller, Futurist, and Emmy-Nominated Host
Jason Silva: Biography at a Glance
- Jason Silva is a filmmaker, futurist, philosopher, television personality, and speaker who uses technology to excite audiences about science and philosophy.
- His groundbreaking work, including The Psychedelic Puppets - an AI short film created in just one week, showcases how emerging technologies can amplify human creativity, opening new frontiers for innovation and storytelling.
- Silva is also known as the host of the eight-part National Geographic series, Origins: The Journey of Humankind and for hosting the Emmy-nominated series Brain Games, which premiered to the highest ratings in National Geographic's history.
- Silva has spoken at TEDGlobal, Google's Zeitgeist Conference, Microsoft, IBM, Adobe, Oracle, Electronic Arts, Honeywell, PEPSICO, Intel, Dolby, and many more all over the world.
- Silva speaks internationally with a hyper-enthusiastic on-stage delivery style, sharing insights on creativity, innovation, technology, philosophy, and the human condition that are equally unique and mind-blowing.
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Biography
Jason Silva is a Venezuelan-American filmmaker, futurist, philosopher, television personality, and public speaker whose stated goal is to use technology to excite people about science and philosophy.
Described as “a Timothy Leary of the viral video age,” Silva lectures internationally on such topics as creativity, disruptive technologies, and humanity, writes and produces short films, and co-hosts National Geographic's #1 rated series Brain Games. He can most recently be seen as the host of the eight-part National Geographic series Origins: The Journey of Humankind.
A self-professed wonderjunkie, Silva is the creator of the web series Shots of Awe, micro-documentaries exploring creativity, innovation, technology, futurism, metaphysics, existentialism, and the human condition. In short: Philosophy, Science, and Art for the YouTube generation. The videos, which “play like movie trailers for ideas,” according to The Atlantic, have spread like wildfire across the internet and have been viewed more than 13 million times. Influencers such as Ron Howard, Richard Branson, Leonardo DiCaprio, Tribeca Films Co-founder Jane Rosenthal, actor Mark Ruffalo, NASA, and many others have tweeted Jason's videos.
Silva also created the web series Future of Us for AOL, exploring exponential technology and the future of humanity.
From 2005 to 2011, Silva was a presenter on Current TV, the Emmy-winning, independent cable network started by former U.S. Vice President Al Gore, where he hosted, wrote, and produced more than 100 hours of original content. He left the network to become, according to The Atlantic, “a part-time filmmaker and full-time walking, talking TEDTalk.”
The Imaginary Foundation wrote of Silva, “like some kind of Ontological DJ, he recompiles the source code of Western philosophy by mixing and mashing it up into a form of recombinant creativity, which elevates understanding from the dry and prosaic, to a sensual cognitive romance.”
Others have described Silva as “a modern performance philosopher, a Digital DJ, a re-vitalizer and remixer of optimism, and above all, a curator: of ideas, of inspiration, and of awe…like a trumpet player or modern-day digital Mingus, he jams, riffs and rhapsodizes through a tumbling thicket of ideas with such a sharp and vital alacrity that it can take the breath away.”
An active and prolific global speaker, Silva has spoken at TEDGlobal, Google's Zeitgeist Conference, keynoted multiple events for Microsoft, IBM, Adobe, Oracle, Electronic Arts, Honeywell, PEPSICO, Intel, Dolby, and many more all over the world. Silva has been featured in such publications as The Atlantic, Vanity Fair, The Economist, Forbes, and Wired, among others.
He was also keynoted at the Tribeca Film Festival, The Sydney Opera house, The Economist Ideas Festival, The DLD Conference, The Singularity Summit, the PSFK Conference, Mexico’s Ciudad De Las Ideas, Seattle’s Interactive Conference, Chicago Ideas Week, the main stage at SXSW Interactive, and the MainStage at CANNES LIONS Festival of Creativity.
Topics
Artificial Intelligence and The Imagination Age
We are living through an intelligence explosion — artificial intelligence is suffusing every aspect of our lives.
From generative AI empowering us with imaginative superpowers to create instant works of art, to Large Language Models like ChatGPT allowing us to engage the resources of a super mind, we have crossed a significant threshold that will change the world forever. So what exactly is going on? How did we get here?
To grasp this, we must first understand the nature of exponential technologies - the same forces behind the digital transformations that have remade the modern world are behind the current AI revolution, creating a very real acceleration of progress, or “weeks when decades happen”…
We need not be afraid. Instead we need a reframing, a proper contextualization that articulates precisely why we are living in the age of imagination: “as we imagine so it becomes”. More than at any time in human history, AI gives us the capacity to fix everything. From protein folding, to organ printing, to cleaning the environment to addressing the digital divide, AI can be a gargantuan problem solving machine. But it will require humans to take the lead to steward this power in the right direction.
Jason Silva will show you this vision and take your breath away.
The Future Of Everything: Disruption for Good, Exponential Technologies, and Massive Innovation
Technology is upending the world. Acceleration is the new normal... disruption has gone mainstream. There is a sense of vertigo and disorientation. Jobs may become obsolete. Artificial intelligence is superseding human capacities. Biology is becoming a programmable medium. Anxiety is running high. Mental health is in turmoil. These are mind-blowing transformations — and humans don’t like change. How to respond? How do we leverage these exponentially emerging technologies to impact the world in a positive way? Furthermore — what is the mindset, the creativity, and the consciousness required to thrive in the 21st century? Positive psychologists tell us “the cave we fear holds the treasure we seek”. It turns out, moving past our comfort zones is cognitively beneficial. Blowing our minds boosts cognitive flexibility. We become more resilient. More creative. More adaptable. Join Jason Silva on a mind-blowing journey into the future of technology, of imagination, and humanity.
Awe & Wonder
People are always looking for inspiration and awe, but only recently did a study from Stanford confirm that transcendent awe has numerous health benefits. But how do we put ourselves into these states of wonder and awe? Jason's highly viral series of short films have literally ignited a conversation about the role of content and media in creating "awe-inspiring" experiences. His video and talk look at AWE as a pivotal ingredient in making ideas resonate and disseminate. As a self-professed "epiphany addict and wonderjunkie," Jason has been compared to Carl Sagan for his unique ability to convey a sense of awe with this talks and work.
Creativity
People say 'creativity is just putting things together" and this is exactly what Jason addresses when explaining creativity. His talks focus on "expanding our associative net" and teaching ourselves to look for patterns across seemingly disparate areas. He talks about the importance of removing ourselves from habituated mental patterns and pulling ourselves drastically out of context in order to "gawk in amazement at the ubiquitous everyday wonder's we're culturally conditioned to ignore" and have creative insights.
Innovation
Jason has presented his work twice at The Economist Ideas fest, including giving a presentation on "innovation and inspiration" at their Berkeley event. Jason elucidates the relationship between 'out of the box thinking' and innovation--and highlights the role of "inspiration" in de-conditioning our thinking" in order to arrive at these innovative, insightful moments. He has spoken at numerous advertising agencies on this topic as well, including at Berlin/Cameron United and Saatchi and Saatchi's 7x7 event.
Technology
The rapid, exponential growth rate of technological development is transforming our world, disrupting established industries and leading us towards a radical transformation in many key areas. There are 3 overlapping revolutions occurring in biotechnology, nanotechnology and artificial intelligence, all of which game-changers. Jason's unique approach towards placing these transformations in context and "looking at the big picture" has made him a sought after speaker who brings an enthralling vision of what's next.
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FAQs
How do I book Jason Silva for my event?
Contact CAA Speakers at (424) 288-2898 or speakers@caa.com to book Jason Silva to speak at corporate or private events, keynote speeches, speaking engagements, workshops, fireside chats, motivational speaking, or virtual appearances.
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Who is Jason Silva's booking agent?
CAA Speakers is the preferred booking agency to contact for Jason Silva’s speaking engagements. Contact speakers@caa.com for all Jason Silva in-person appearances and keynote speaking requests.
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CAA Speakers can check Jason Silva's speaking calendar with direct access to availability and official pricing. While many websites may list Jason Silva, CAA Speakers is the direct source for authentic information about availability and pricing.
What is Jason Silva's speaking fee?
Jason Silva's speaking fee varies by event type, location, and requirements. As a top keynote speaker, Jason Silva's fee reflects their expertise and market demand.
Speaking fee factors:- Event type and audience size
- Travel distance and logistics
- Presentation length and customization
- Virtual vs. in-person delivery
Additional costs: Travel, accommodation, A/V requirements, and optional meet-and-greets.
Contact CAA Speakers at speakers@caa.com for Jason Silva's current speaking fee and detailed cost breakdown.
How much does it cost to book Jason Silva as a keynote speaker?
The cost to book Jason Silva as keynote speaker includes their speaking fee plus travel and logistics expenses.
Total booking cost includes:- Jason Silva's keynote speaking fee
- Travel and accommodation
- Technical requirements and A/V setup
- Optional add-ons like book signing and meet & greets
- Virtual presentations
- Local/regional events
- Off-peak booking periods
- Flexible event dates
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How to contact Jason Silva for speaking engagements?
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- Response time: 24 hours
Include your event date, location, audience size, and budget when contacting CAA about booking Jason Silva.
Is Jason Silva available for virtual speaking events?
Yes, Jason Silva speaks at virtual events with professional-grade equipment and interactive presentation style.
Jason Silva's virtual event options:- Live virtual keynotes with Q&A
- Interactive workshops and breakouts
- Hybrid events (in-person + virtual)
- Pre-recorded presentations
Virtual events offer global reach, flexible scheduling, and reduced travel costs while maintaining Jason Silva's engaging presentation quality.
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What events can I book Jason Silva for?
Book Jason Silva for corporate conferences, industry events, private functions, and virtual presentations. Jason Silva customizes content for any audience size or event type.
Event types:- Corporate meetings and conferences
- Industry summits and trade shows
- Private executive retreats
- Educational institution events
- Virtual and hybrid conferences
Jason Silva engages audiences from private executive meetings to large conferences with thousands of attendees.
Contact CAA Speakers to discuss how Jason Silva can customize their presentation for your specific event.
Jason Silva booking information and availability
Check Jason Silva's speaking availability through CAA Speakers at speakers@caa.com. Book 3-6 months in advance for best date selection during peak seasons (September-November, March-May).
Availability factors:- Event date and location
- Speaking fee and budget
- Lead time for booking
- Peak conference seasons
- 3-6 months: Best availability
- 3-6 months: Best availability
- 2-3 months: Good availability
- 1-2 months: Select availability
- Under 30 days: Limited availability
Contact CAA early in your planning process to secure Jason Silva for your preferred event date.
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Will Jason Silva speak at private events?
Yes, Jason Silva speaks at private corporate events, executive retreats, board meetings, and exclusive functions.
Private event types:- Executive retreats and board presentations
- Client entertainment and VIP gatherings
- Corporate celebrations and award ceremonies
- Private dinners and exclusive functions
Private event benefits: Customized content, enhanced interaction, complete confidentiality, and flexible scheduling.
Contact CAA Speakers for Jason Silva's private event availability and confidential pricing proposals.
How quickly will I get a response about booking Jason Silva?
CAA Speakers responds to Jason Silva booking inquiries within 24 hours during business days. Complex requests or international events may take up to 48 hours for detailed proposals.
Response timeline:- Initial acknowledgment: Within 24 hours
- Availability confirmation: 24-48 hours
- Detailed pricing proposal: 48-72 hours
- Urgent requests: Same-day priority response
Include complete event details (date, location, audience size, budget) for fastest response times.
How far in advance should I book Jason Silva?
Book Jason Silva 3-6 months in advance for best availability, especially during peak speaking seasons. Early booking ensures better date selection and rate negotiations.
Recommended booking timeline:- 3-6 months: Optimal availability and pricing
- 2-3 months: Good availability
- 1-2 months: Select availability
- Under 30 days: Limited availability
Peak seasons: September-November and March-May book fastest. Contact CAA Speakers early for priority consideration.
How do I get Jason Silva pricing information?
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