The "Last Lecture" by Randy Pausch

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  • Опубліковано 6 вер 2024
  • See Randy's book about this "Last Lecture" at www.cs.virginia...
    Randy reprised this talk on the Oprah Show in Oct 2007 (see
    www.cs.virginia... ). Randy Pausch
    (www.randypausch... ) is a virtual reality pioneer, human-computer
    interaction researcher, co-founder of CMU's Entertainment Technology
    Center (www.etc.cmu.edu ), and creator of the Alice (www.alice.org ) software project. Other videos by Randy, including downloadable versions of this and other talks, can be found at www.cs.virginia...

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  • @goldmakk9014
    @goldmakk9014 9 років тому +289

    I just realized that Randy Pausch randomly selected me to test his VR Aladdin ride when I was walking around at Epcot. I was in the 8th grade, and he was at Epcot to promote the technology.

  • @faurloiromero326
    @faurloiromero326 4 роки тому +235

    2020 - Whole world is locked down, but this video is the most uplifting thing I have seen. This guy is inspirational beyond any words.

    • @EJ-ov4kw
      @EJ-ov4kw 3 роки тому +3

      Every time life hits me with something, I watch this video, and somehow things fall into place. The book is incredible if you haven't read it.

    • @b.bworth3951
      @b.bworth3951 3 роки тому

      you should read his book

  • @jaidajaida8412
    @jaidajaida8412 8 місяців тому +6

    I graduated from high school in June of this year. I invited my 6th-grade reading teacher to my graduation party and asked her if she could gift me a book to keep. She gifted me with his book. So uplifting!

  • @mosenieharpley9636
    @mosenieharpley9636 6 років тому +80

    I read this book in five hours. One of the best

  • @andreag9394
    @andreag9394 8 років тому +129

    Ugh..makes me cry. Why couldn't he have stayed longer on this planet. Such a beautiful amazing teacher, husband, father and friend. Such as the journey. There is no way to explain this life. We can be plucked out in a moments notice. Make it count, everyday, make it count.

  • @okumarinator
    @okumarinator 10 років тому +75

    No matter how many times i watch it it feels like the first time..

  • @lleslie623
    @lleslie623 3 роки тому +7

    This should be required listening for all humans.

  • @meggypooo1629
    @meggypooo1629 2 роки тому +19

    I’m required to read this book for school. Definitely don’t judge a book by its cover. I thought it would be boring but once I started reading it I couldn’t stop. This book really teaches a good lesson and touches the heart.

  • @bertyferty7
    @bertyferty7 12 років тому +57

    Being only a teenager, I hope that I can lead my life half the way that Randy did. I hope that I can live my life to the fullest, learn to see the good in people the way he did. I think that all our English classes in high school should show this lecture. It would teach so many people such a great lesson. My mom had cancer, and she now lives her life a completely different way after surviving. She lives everyday like her last, and takes risks. I hope I can live life like my Mother and Randy.

    • @Rickc313
      @Rickc313 2 роки тому +2

      I would love to hear an update on how things have been in the last 10 years.

    • @dineshmittaloffical1
      @dineshmittaloffical1 Рік тому

      Give some update bro

  • @SarahBaker
    @SarahBaker 10 років тому +62

    He deserved that 3 minute ovation :)

  • @trentlafont6370
    @trentlafont6370 2 роки тому +11

    I may be a little late here but it warms my hesrt to know that this lecture was so long ago and yet here I am still being quite possibly changed for the rest of my life after watching. As well as reading.

  • @emiliamorales6595
    @emiliamorales6595 9 років тому +66

    I literally cried watching this. This goes to show that dreams do come true if you believe you can achieve it.

  • @UnicornJuice888
    @UnicornJuice888 10 років тому +76

    He went out in style and blazed a trail of inspiration for us all, that's the best way to go

    • @mariuszwiesiolek9340
      @mariuszwiesiolek9340 2 роки тому +1

      I got here 7 years after you, if you're still around please respond I'd like to ask you a question

  • @anon420anon
    @anon420anon 10 років тому +64

    Brought me to tears and I've just only learned about Randy this morning. Seems like such a moving guy.. He sure did make an impact on me.

    • @zelordofzepotatoes5274
      @zelordofzepotatoes5274 5 років тому +1

      Oh my gosh! I learned about him this morning! My school's counselor came into my class and talked about him!

    • @samoyedpups4673
      @samoyedpups4673 3 роки тому +1

      @@zelordofzepotatoes5274 we're doing this in English class

  • @eunicegarcia879
    @eunicegarcia879 10 років тому +48

    His life, his story and his legacy is entirely touching and encouraging. I never thought I would feel so motivated to live my life as if I only had a few months to live.

  • @Dallas-Nyberg
    @Dallas-Nyberg 13 років тому +5

    My brother, Ron, died off cancer yesterday.....I am in a difficult place with the whole experience....It has caused to me to now reflect on my own existence... past, present and future....
    It seems ironic that I stumbled onto this video today.......
    I had never heard of Randy until now...but after listening to his "last lecture", I now can re-focus my my thoughts and set better goals..and dreams....to live my life as I should..... Thank you Randy.......RIP Randy and Ron

  • @qill15
    @qill15 6 років тому +11

    I wish this guy was still around so I could tell him how awesome this was

  • @EvanT1995
    @EvanT1995 4 роки тому +4

    I first watched this in 2010 as a high school sophomore. I watched it today 10 years later with kids of my own. It’s surprising to me how different the message hit me now than it did then. Cried for a solid 10 minutes after he mentions his 2nd head fake and thinking about the lecture as a whole.

  • @DrCaniko
    @DrCaniko 12 років тому +10

    100 minutes of my life, well spent...
    watch it, you will not regret it... yes you will shed some tears, maybe cry in the end if you are a human being, but it is not a classical "goodbye" speech at all.

  • @Heyimthai
    @Heyimthai 11 років тому +15

    I watch this all the time, whenever I need some inspiration .

  • @radhikajoshi1337
    @radhikajoshi1337 4 роки тому +8

    Loved his book "The last lecture".
    Randy, a loving father, husband and human being. Last picture in your book bought me tears. RIP ♥

  • @ginayoung130
    @ginayoung130 3 роки тому +15

    I have watched this lecture at least once a year for the past few years. I'm also currently reading the book. I think his talk should be required reading for all adults. His perspective was so refreshing and lovely. ❤

  • @babyhops1993
    @babyhops1993 11 років тому +21

    Im suffering from severe depression and i watched this and things dont feel so bad anymore! This man is absolutely incredible so inspirational in his darkest hour he is able to inspire people. Thankyou Randy!

  • @lakshmanabheemarao7395
    @lakshmanabheemarao7395 10 років тому +19

    To imagine a person suppose to die in some months sharing wonderful and a marvelous guidance to future generation is really astonishing and unbelievable.I am really honoured to hear and read great LAST LECTURE.God should have given him long life for great contributions.I am astonished to see the way he and his family faced the inevitable.I can understand the underwent by them because my beloved wife has been operated and is under medication for breast cancer.However we were lucky as she was in stage one.I strongly recommend people suffering from deadly diseases to draw inspiration from this most remembered humanity.

  • @xIMissYou1609x
    @xIMissYou1609x 11 років тому +5

    I lost my dad to pancreatic cancer last year. Reading Randy's book now, and they remind me so much of each other. My dad was also very into computers and had such an enthusiasm for life. He didn't quit fighting ever, not even at the end.

    • @valeriesampson8641
      @valeriesampson8641 6 років тому

      Brittany Douglas I’m so sorry about your dad. I lost my mom to pancreatic cancer at about the same time Randy passed away.

  • @gamevirus01
    @gamevirus01 13 років тому +11

    hahaa "Although i will tell you i have experience in death bed conversion....i just bought a macintosh" lol the way this guy can still be humorous even though he is dying..inspirational

  • @ilahijunaidi228
    @ilahijunaidi228 10 років тому +3

    m a complete stranger to this beautiful soul.But the last few minutes of the lecture and especially when citation and praises from his collegues were made I couldn't believe that this episode brought me to tears.Why God take him too soon we don't know.But I know God loved him more than we did.

  • @shawngibbons596
    @shawngibbons596 11 років тому +9

    RIP Randy. Class act. The way I want to live my life. A sad example of the good die young.

  • @AffordBindEquipment
    @AffordBindEquipment 3 роки тому +3

    Just read the book. Lots to think about there. The last page is just hard... when she hugs him, she whispers in his ear, "Don't you die."

  • @vrsriram
    @vrsriram 12 років тому +5

    Dr. Randy, I wish I studied computer science in CMU under your guidance... I am so unfortunate to have not met you in my life.. but fortunate enough to have come across your book and this video. You really are my inspiration... Thanks a lot.

  • @OldTimer16s
    @OldTimer16s 3 роки тому +3

    It is deeply unsettling that this video has so few views. I cried in the end.

  • @sparky24900
    @sparky24900 12 років тому +8

    Wow. What an amazing man. I want to live my life better. I gotta watch this again and take notes. That brick wall thing really opened my eyes... It's only there to separate those who want it badly enough to fight for it from those who don't.

  • @ORLANDOBUSA
    @ORLANDOBUSA 6 років тому +3

    He deserved that 3 minute ovation :) WOW No matter how many times i watch it it feels like the first time..

  • @MaxiMachine
    @MaxiMachine 10 років тому +13

    I am so glad I found this again. I haven't seen this in like 4 years and I completely forgot about it.

    • @azizaben7863
      @azizaben7863 8 років тому +1

      me too, then I decided to watch it again!

  • @Noneya2224
    @Noneya2224 2 місяці тому

    This is heart breaking. This moment was so critical. His understanding this was one of the last few moments to leave an impact and a legacy. Wow. Just truly touched me and was hard to watch in the end.

  • @baswanson7336
    @baswanson7336 Місяць тому

    What a LEGACY for his kids and us.

  • @LATRONNIK
    @LATRONNIK 8 років тому +9

    this guys legacy is pretty much the most inspiring thing i have ever experienced.

  • @whiteboxism
    @whiteboxism 12 років тому +4

    Had to read the book for school. Watched the lecture for knowledge. Awesome.

  • @Hannahnicholes
    @Hannahnicholes 10 років тому +15

    I'm reading the book now. It's really Inspirational and great and I just can't put it down. I really wanna watch the video though.

  • @chevysnfirst
    @chevysnfirst 12 років тому +4

    This was amazing.
    I do not know how I am going to pick only one "take away" from this for my Communications Class.. I have 5 full pages of notes from this lecture and I plan on taking everything he said with me.
    What a true inspiration he is, I had never heard of him until today, but I will always remember him and this video

    • @b1rdy0xf
      @b1rdy0xf 4 роки тому

      so how was it ?

  • @sallyleebb
    @sallyleebb 12 років тому +2

    Live long or short is not the most important, He left the happiness and inspiration to people that is the value of his life.

  • @MentallyInsane.
    @MentallyInsane. 2 роки тому +2

    Learned about this in class and all I want to say is this is so inspirational to all the people who have seen it.

  • @becca92900
    @becca92900 7 років тому +8

    just finished the book and the movie. cried in both. You are missed Randy. ❤

  • @fluffybutt81
    @fluffybutt81 Рік тому +1

    This is one of the first videos I ever watched on UA-cam, and it was life-changing.
    This is what legacy should look like for every American.
    I am so grateful that Mr. Pauch shared this part of his life with the public.

  • @itamarsimon1367
    @itamarsimon1367 4 роки тому +2

    What an amazing person. Im sorry that I was not been able to meet him in person. (I was 5 when he passed away)

  • @radhyka1
    @radhyka1 10 років тому +15

    A remarkable person and a true inspiration to mankind!! I have watched his lectures and re-tweeted them countless number of times and yet, every time I watch his last lecture, I tear-up!! R.I.P Randy:)

  • @ChelebelleOT7
    @ChelebelleOT7 8 місяців тому

    I watched this years ago and it left such an indelible impression on me. His profound words of wisdom. I watched it again this morning and realize that this man was a true Earth Angel whom blessed so many that crossed his path including mine.

  • @adamasamolah6367
    @adamasamolah6367 7 років тому +14

    Very educative. I will always follow my dreams. Thanks Prof Randy Pausch.

  • @jonnythegreek1
    @jonnythegreek1 2 роки тому +2

    It was a pleasure working with you, Randy. Godspeed.

  • @ZeeDadLindy
    @ZeeDadLindy 9 років тому +13

    Randy Pausch certainly an exceptional person and i am thankful that he reminds so many of us that every person matters and we all can reach our dreams as we become partners with others learning and making this world a better place to live.

  • @nishantakumar1240
    @nishantakumar1240 4 роки тому +1

    One of the best video. Randy Pausch you are the inspiration for million of people around the world and YES i am one of them. Thank you a very much

  • @Zz-ld5hx
    @Zz-ld5hx 3 роки тому +1

    Just finished his book and now I’m here.. Randy is such an inspiration and I’m so heartbroken that he’s gone

  • @musicalsilly
    @musicalsilly 11 років тому +5

    May God bless you my brother. I wish you happiness from the core of my heart. :)

  • @melanieg8139
    @melanieg8139 6 років тому +2

    I loved the book 😘 This is what you have had watched/read before you get children.

  • @dancer71299
    @dancer71299 11 років тому +4

    my entire outlook on life has changed. i read his book as well as watched this video and the interviews. he has inspired me. he led an amazing and inspirational life. I wish I could thank him personally for this new outlook on life I have.

  • @bottlebowling
    @bottlebowling 7 років тому +5

    A friend of mine, knowing my interest in virtual reality, but also knowing how much I am invested in and value my children's lives and upbringing, suggested this to me today. I generally don't watch much more than a few minutes of any lecture I see on youtube, but this kept me rapt the entire way through. Thank you for posting this, allowing me to see it.

  • @badnano93
    @badnano93 10 років тому +5

    Normally, any and every lecture, quote, and great advice just glides right over me. Randy Pausch's words here in this lecture have been the only in my life to stick and make such an impact. I think about this so often and I'm always happy to watch again.

  • @mindblogger79
    @mindblogger79 12 років тому +4

    thank you Randy...Thank you!!!!

  • @meatomsmasher
    @meatomsmasher 11 років тому +4

    Awesome and powerful... Randy, wherever you exist right now, may your spirit continue to inspire others...

  • @sourabh1809
    @sourabh1809 11 років тому +1

    times of depression are most vivid ...really, very vivid and inspiring ...not now but later in life when looked back.

  • @zigglefritz212
    @zigglefritz212 12 років тому +1

    I am in a Transitions Class in College and we watched this on Thursday...Very inspirational!!! I am so glad to have seen this! "Experience is what you get when you didn't get what you want." Thank you Randy!

  • @vinothmookiah9668
    @vinothmookiah9668 2 роки тому

    Wish work life is richer like his. And how proud it would be to have colleagues like that .

  • @dopedreamz
    @dopedreamz 2 роки тому

    I come back and watch this 2022 this time. I watch to re-learn the lessons.

  • @mirandarichard122
    @mirandarichard122 8 років тому +5

    just finished reading his book. what an amazing man..he left too soon

    • @zelordofzepotatoes5274
      @zelordofzepotatoes5274 5 років тому +2

      He did. But if he didn't have the tumor, we wouldn't have this lecture. If we didn't have the lecture, I would've given up on my dream of being an author.

    • @SoM____
      @SoM____ 4 місяці тому

      @zelordofzepotatoes5274 you an author?

  • @princeofchalk
    @princeofchalk 12 років тому +1

    He really is and will ever be an inspiration.

  • @ajayspjain00
    @ajayspjain00 11 років тому +1

    i have to say about randy i never seen a man like u who know to die very soon but fear. this is not in my hand to transfer my life to you but pray to god give you better place what you have right now. love you randy you are stay in our hearts

  • @markball3026
    @markball3026 2 роки тому

    I had to read his book years ago for a college class and write a paper on any of the concepts he talks about. (Mine was time management). After reading the book I watched this video. Still inspiring and entertaining to all who watch. His legacy continues to grow.

  • @nismoperformance
    @nismoperformance 12 років тому +4

    I learned how to live again. Thank you!

  • @bry504
    @bry504 12 років тому +3

    wow... great lecture...very sad too

  • @dawnm2647
    @dawnm2647 2 роки тому

    No one has inspired me more, than Randy Pausch!

  • @modarXmodar
    @modarXmodar 10 років тому +124

    Let your children draw on their bedrooms' walls

  • @sales-4817
    @sales-4817 4 роки тому +1

    I watch this all the time, whenever I need some inspiration... very informative

  • @teresaglass9508
    @teresaglass9508 11 років тому +2

    Thanks Randy, you are truly an inspiration! May your soul rest in peace and your wife and children be forever blessed.

  • @sanjaygadhalay
    @sanjaygadhalay 3 роки тому +1

    Has always been an inspiring piece ..god bless randy pausch

  • @Dallas-Nyberg
    @Dallas-Nyberg 11 років тому +1

    Thanks Mark... It's been a little while now, but it still gets to me now and then.

  • @Dallas-Nyberg
    @Dallas-Nyberg 11 років тому +2

    Thank you for you kind words... It's been a long process, but I am doing ok

  • @dblankenship88
    @dblankenship88 6 років тому +1

    Should be mandatory viewing in most high schools these days.

  • @gagzy1989
    @gagzy1989 12 років тому +1

    @pyrofella God bless you, your family and Ron. May you achieve all you ever desired. May you break all limits and shoot for the stars! And while your there, amongst the beautiful stars, you can say "hey" to Ron and Randy for me. Love, Peace and Blessings. x

  • @vinodkumargoda9084
    @vinodkumargoda9084 6 років тому

    Sir (Randi Pausch),you are inspirational personality for all the human beings...

  • @zaffarhussain9521
    @zaffarhussain9521 2 роки тому +1

    From the heart speech......... karma truelly takes care of each one of us.
    An exact example.👍

  • @Rachel211
    @Rachel211 12 років тому +1

    Truly an inspiration..thank you thank you thank YOU.

  • @cosminsimon4592
    @cosminsimon4592 3 роки тому

    anyone listening to this on headphones, and hearing Randy's heart beat in the silence segments? either that, or something else thumping at a steady page.

  • @waywest8138
    @waywest8138 2 роки тому

    Watched this as part of a graduate school class and it was amazing. What an inspiration.

    • @Danny-ko4zl
      @Danny-ko4zl 2 роки тому +1

      Good to see you here, Young! We are in the same course! Incredible man, and an incredible video. 🙌😊

    • @waywest8138
      @waywest8138 2 роки тому +1

      @@Danny-ko4zl great minds think alike. I thought his raw passion was inspiring.

  • @SteveOBryan
    @SteveOBryan 12 років тому +2

    Very inspiring.

  • @valenciasezaki7444
    @valenciasezaki7444 11 місяців тому

    Currently sick right now and watching this for homework but god damn this is making me tear up a bit

  • @LordGreystoke
    @LordGreystoke 5 місяців тому +1

    Working on a Friday night at 10:00 pm, Randy P? What works for some, doesn't work for others. There are valuable lessons expressed here, Randy, and it was your life experience that taught them to you. But every life is different. And everyone has a different path they must follow. Lead your life the right way, you say? The karma will come to you? I agree in being ethical but that doesn't mean that just because you lead your life the "right way" that bad things can't happen to you. After all, you're dead now, Randy. Cancer killed you. And you led your life, the right way, didn't you? You do inspire, Randy. But the time honored tradition of "work hard" and "play by the rules" is not a premise equally shared in American culture. Matter of fact, some might say you're a sucker if you do!

  • @croatheartbeat
    @croatheartbeat 12 років тому +1

    who could dislike this?

  • @JeremyHohn
    @JeremyHohn 10 років тому +3

    Worth the click. I just completed the boom and this is quite inspiring..

  • @arhamtechie
    @arhamtechie 8 років тому +3

    He is a great man.

  • @jasminehs7615
    @jasminehs7615 10 років тому +1

    What a great lecture..I love the book

  • @4slibya
    @4slibya Рік тому

    so so touching and deeply emotional it has been very long since last i watched an hour long video but this is exceptional

  • @ruviniranathilake7607
    @ruviniranathilake7607 5 років тому

    I am read yesterday his book. it is excellent and can't believable. I am Store it for my little son. because good lessons included for the future and life .

  • @iiAngelic
    @iiAngelic 11 років тому +2

    Rip randy, your one of my heroes

  • @eloisezhong671
    @eloisezhong671 3 роки тому

    Thank you for encouragement.

  • @amitguptabliss
    @amitguptabliss 11 років тому +1

    Just inspirational.

  • @hawsuk7111
    @hawsuk7111 4 роки тому +2

    anyone else clapping along when he brought the birthday cake to his wife? lol

  • @meatomsmasher
    @meatomsmasher 11 років тому

    I am sorry for the loss of your brother.

  • @thudor1
    @thudor1 12 років тому +1

    @GabrielRobins-Thank you for posting the full version of "The Last Lecture" here. Even the video for this on CMU's own UA-cam channel didn't have the first 8 minutes of introductions!

  • @thepavlovguy7379
    @thepavlovguy7379 4 роки тому +1

    I wish I could go back and show him how much VR has evolved.

  • @jonathanfriedli9299
    @jonathanfriedli9299 11 років тому +1

    I sang the birthday song along with the video!
    And then teared up a little...