A diverse trip through music new and old with a heavily reliance on left of center artists. Expect focused listening and new discoveries with guests regularly featured. Broadcasting on WRFI Community Radio for Ithaca 88.1 FM. wrfi.org
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The a16z Podcast discusses tech and culture trends, news, and the future – especially as ‘software eats the world’. It features industry experts, business leaders, and other interesting thinkers and voices from around the world. This podcast is produced by Andreessen Horowitz (aka “a16z”), a Silicon Valley-based venture capital firm. Multiple episodes are released every week; visit a16z.com for more details and to sign up for our newsletters and other content as well!
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Ever wonder where the internet stops and IRL begins? Close All Tabs breaks down how digital culture shapes our world through thoughtful insights and irreverent humor. From internet trends to AI slop to the politics of memes, Close All Tabs covers it all. How will AI change our jobs and lives? Is the government watching what I post? Is there life beyond TikTok? Host Morgan Sung pulls from experts, the audience, and history to add context to the trends and depth to the memes. And she’ll wrestl ...
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You’ve done everything “right.” The degrees. The deadlines. The never-ending to-do list. From the outside, you look like you’ve got it all together. Inside? You’re exhausted, anxious, and quietly wondering if this is all there is. Through science-meets-soul insights, powerful tools, and real-world stories, you’ll discover how to: Recognize, Surrender, Rewire, Manifest This is not another “push harder” pep talk. It’s a reclamation. A remembering. A radical return to yourself. If you’re ready ...
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Insights into the world of school marketing and communications, presented by Charlie Maughan, Rita Kilroy and the imageseven team. The education industry is an increasingly competitive one - a school is a business, and a marketing strategy can no longer be an afterthought.
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Welcome to Awakening Alchemy, a sacred space for soul-healing, energetic insight, and spiritual remembrance. I'm Anna Merkaba — channeler, healer, and guide for the awakening journey. Each episode invites you into a deeper connection with your own inner knowing, offering transmissions, healing stories, and guidance to help you release old patterns, reclaim your light, and remember why you’re here. Whether you’re navigating chronic illness, emotional heaviness, energetic sensitivity, or simpl ...
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Kind World is a show about how a single act of kindness can change someone's life. In each episode, hosts and reporters Yasmin Amer and Andrea Asuaje search the world for good news stories that will restore your faith in humanity. A production of WBUR.
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The City of Oshuamp is the first weekly live-play Dungeons & Dragons series from NotGreatRPG, brought to life by a ragtag group of friends and guided by DM Jon. Broadcast live on our Twitch channel and available wherever you get your podcasts, this campaign dives headfirst into dark fantasy horror, blending tense roleplay, creeping dread, and high-stakes storytelling in a world fraying at the edges. Set in a frostbitten city at the end of the world, Oshuamp is a place of broken faith and des ...
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Martin Luther King, Jr., John F. Kennedy, Malala Yousafzai, Greta Thunberg, Cesar Chavez, John Lennon and Yoko Ono... Why do we remember their words so well? And why do they resonate with many of us over long periods of time? A common thread is that they each effectively have ‘painted’ bold and audacious Pictures of a future of possibilities and hope, of a promising tomorrow that inspires each of us to take action. “Pictures Out There!” explores the opportunities we all have every day to amb ...
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Makhana, also known as Fox Nuts or Lotus Seeds, has become a favorite snack across India due to its numerous health benefits. These crispy, nutrient-packed seeds are rich in proteins, fiber, and essential minerals, making them an ideal snack for those who are conscious about their health. Makhana is not only a healthy snack but also a versatile ingredient used in various dishes, from traditional sweets to savory snacks. If you're searching for the best quality Makhana in Darbhanga, look no f ...
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In the age of viral controversies and digital drama, Threads of Truth is your guide to understanding the stories that shape our online world. We go beyond the surface, weaving together the facts, perspectives, and underlying motives behind the latest internet spectacles. Each week, we take a balanced, thoughtful approach to dissect trending stories, helping listeners untangle the web of opinions and uncover the essence of the truth. If you're searching for clarity, context, and a deeper look ...
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Listen by Heart | Stories from Women of the South China Sea | Peacebuilding for Mental Health
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Listen in to conversations with women of the South China Sea in search of one common thread -- life purpose... Podcast host Jasmine Low speaks with women of this region, shares their stories and narrates articles from yesteryear and delves into her 10-year research into sound frequencies and how that got her to "Listen by Heart" in finding her own purpose. Were all of the women before her in search of the same goal? It's telling in the daily greeting by Nanyang migrants in their own dialects ...
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Won't you join me, Gerard Armbruster, as every week we take a wrong turn off life's interstate, and discover the straight story about the bend in the road, where nestle the small towns with big characters, to tug on the common thread that unravels the hand-me-down sweater of our national zeitgeist, and extrudes the truths of our lives. Perennial favorite: Postcard from Battersea, with Stetson Tudd.
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If our memory is the thing that shapes and defines us, that informs who we are at our very core, then God help us all...for memory, is a wicked and deceitful wretch. Thrust into a search for his own sister's killer, Benjamin Cady flees Colorado and the only world he understands to scour the streets of Los Angeles, plagued by headaches and memories of murder. He quickly discovers that L.A. is not unknown to him, and as his memories of his sister's death become clearer, so does the possibility ...
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Publishing weekly since 2012, this show helps marketers navigate the ever changing marketing jungle with expert interviews from leading marketing pros. Join Social Media Examiner’s founder Michael Stelzner as he helps you discover new strategies and actionable tips to improve your marketing. Show notes at Socialmediaexaminer.com/podcast/
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Let's think of Marketing like learning to play an instrument - mastering the piano is great, but beginners can attract an audience too. Each week Marketing 101 will break down the barriers of a particular marketing activity and give you simple, practical advice and ideas to put into action today. Small business owners and the self employed can’t always be marketers too, you’ve got your customers and your product to focus on. But, if you have a website or social media presence for your busine ...
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Stella Stefano writes the kind of stories she loves to read—dark, thrilling romance novels with unexpected twists and turns and endings you won’t see coming. She’s hoping to surprise and delight her readers with tantalizing tales of love, lust, and incredible odds. Don’t expect tired, bland watered-down retellings of the same stories over and over, she’s bringing sizzle and steam, fresh new perspectives, and reversals that will keep readers guessing up to the final pages. Stella reads everyt ...
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The Out House Podcast shares ‘Coming Out’ stories of the LGBT+. In sharing our stories of one of the most difficult and emotional moments of our lives, we provide light to those in the darkness of the closet. This podcast is for you if you have come out, thinking about coming out, or just curious about a person's experience. We want to foster a safe place to be yourself, find inspiration and community, and to feel loved. The Out House is the right place for you to just be you! Find our Faceb ...
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Amjad Masad & Adam D’Angelo: How Far Are We From AGI?
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1:02:44Adam D’Angelo (Quora/Poe) thinks we're 5 years from automating remote work. Amjad Masad (Replit) thinks we're brute-forcing intelligence without understanding it. In this conversation, two technical founders who are building the AI future disagree on almost everything: whether LLMs are hitting limits, if we're anywhere close to AGI, and what happen…
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Tesla shareholders approve Elon Musk’s $1T pay package; plus, Tesla to begin Cybercab production in April, says Musk
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7:40The proposal received more than 75% approval. Musk can earn the $1 trillion in shares over the next 10 years if Tesla hits a number of milestones. Plus Musk said he expects Tesla to be able to put all the Cybercabs it builds on the road, and thanked Waymo for 'paving the path.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Peloton recalls 833,000 bikes after reports of injuries; plus, Perplexity to pay Snap $400M to power search in Snapchat
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3:11The Consumer Product Safety Commission is warning Peloton users to stop using the affected bikes immediately. Also, Snap said today that it has signed a deal with AI-powered search engine Perplexity to power a new chatbot. As part of the deal, Perplexity will pay Snap $400 million in cash and equity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastc…
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Mark Zuckerberg & Priscilla Chan: How AI Will Cure All Disease
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45:21Priscilla Chan and Mark Zuckerberg join a16z’s Ben Horowitz, Erik Torenberg, and Vineeta Agarwala to share how the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative is building the computational tools that will accelerate the cure, prevention, and management of all disease by century's end. They explain why basic science needs $100 million-scale projects that traditional…
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How to Establish Thought Leadership on YouTube
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47:15Are you putting in hours of work creating content, but your client list still depends almost entirely on word-of-mouth referrals? Do you wish you could leverage the power of long-form video to become the undisputed authority in your niche without the overwhelming pressure of going viral? To discover how to use the Four P's framework to turn your ex…
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Millions to receive free electricity in 2026 thanks to Australia’s solar boom, plus Apple nears deal to pay Google $1B and Blue Origin plans second launch of New Glenn
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6:03Australia now has so much solar power that the government will require utilities to sell customers free electricity for three hours per day. Apple is turning to Google's technology to help revamp Siri and power a slate of upcoming features for the voice assistant. Blue Origin's first New Glenn launch in January mostly went well, and now the long-de…
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235: Stop chasing clicks: how brand building drives long-term school growth
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30:29School marketing and communications with Charlie Maughan, Rita Kilroy and James Tindall In this episode of SMC, Charlie and Rita are joined by Senior Account Manager James Tindall to chat about why it's time for school marketers to stop chasing clicks and start building brands that last. In Making News, the team first discuss fresh data showing CMO…
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Microsoft built a fake marketplace to test AI agents. It failed in surprising ways; plus Penn confirms hacker stole data during cyberattack
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6:40Researchers at Microsoft have developed a new simulation environment for testing AI agents, revealing surprising weaknesses in the current state-of-the-art. Also, Penn experienced a data breach on Friday as hackers sent messages boasting of the hack to the university community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Seeing The Future from AI Companions to Personal Software
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50:20Eugenia Kuyda, CEO of Wabi and AI pioneer behind Replika, joins Erik, Anish, and Justine to reveal how personal software will transform from a developer monopoly to a creative medium for all. She exposes why command-line AI interfaces are the new MS-DOS, explains how mini-apps will become as shareable as TikToks, and details her decade-long journey…
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Alice Bucknell on How Virtual Spaces Help Us Cope With Reality
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32:42When wildfire engulfed much of Los Angeles earlier this year, artist and game designer Alice Bucknell found themselves stuck inside, replaying “Firewatch,” a quiet game about exploring the wilderness in anticipation of an impending wildfire. It helped them process emotions that felt too overwhelming in real life. “Firewatch,” and other games like i…
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Anthropic projects $70B in revenue by 2028, plus Tesla’s Master Plan 4 still lacks specifics ahead of $1T Musk pay vote
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6:07The Information reports that Anthropic expects to generate as much as $70 billion in revenue and $17 billion in cash flow in 2028. The growth projections are fueled by rapid adoption of Anthropic’s business products, a person with knowledge of the company’s financials said. And despite its imprecision, the fourth "Master Plan" is a centerpiece of T…
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ElevenLabs CEO: Why Voice is the Next AI Interface
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31:14ElevenLabs CEO and co‑founder Mati Staniszewski joins Jennifer Li to explain how the team ships research‑grade AI at lightning speed—from text‑to‑speech and fully licensed AI music to real‑time voice agents—and why voice is the next interface for human‑computer interaction. He shares the small, autonomous team model, global hiring approach, and how…
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Wait, people actually use Facebook Dating? plus, ClickUp adds new AI assistant to better compete with Slack and Notion
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7:26Meta said that Facebook Dating has 1.77 million daily active users in the US between ages 18-29. Also, core parts of the ClickUp release were possible because of its acquisition of Qatalog. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy TechCrunch
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Alphabet is increasingly launching “moonshot” projects as independent companies — here’s why
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6:53Despite the emphasis on detachment from ideas, X employees do have significant skin in the game when projects spin out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy TechCrunch
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Meta's AI spending is starting to make Wall Street nervous. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy TechCrunch
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David Sacks: AI, Crypto, China, Dems, and SF
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1:16:57David Sacks, White House AI and Crypto Czar, joins Marc, Ben, and Erik to explore what's really happening inside the Trump administration's AI and crypto strategy. They expose the regulatory capture playbook being pushed by certain AI companies, explain why open source is America's secret weapon, and detail the infrastructure crisis that could dete…
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Elon Musk wants you to know that Sam Altman got a refund for his Tesla Roadster; also, Rising energy prices put AI and data centers in the crosshairs
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6:06Elon Musk and Sam Altman are still taking swipes at each other on Musk’s social media platform X. Also, a majority of consumers say they’re worried about data centers driving up electricity costs. Is the industry prepared for a possible backlash? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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[November Meditation] Radical Resilience: A Meditation to Stop Performing and Start Healing
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16:02You can be successful, loved, and high-functioning, and still feel absolutely fried. In this episode of Mindset Medicine with Dr. Tanya Berfield, we begin the journey through the new book, Radical Resilience, starting at page one. Join me for a powerful reading from Chapter One, Anxious by Design, and a guided meditation designed to help you releas…
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Why Speed, Not Size, Will Define the Next War
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39:25As global tensions rise, AI and autonomy are transforming how nations prepare for conflict. In this episode, Horacio Rozanski, CEO of Booz Allen Hamilton and Gary Shield, CEO of Shield AI join Erik Torenberg to discuss how technology, speed, and public–private partnerships are reshaping America’s defense strategy. They cover lessons from Ukraine an…
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Let’s Replace Shouting Our Opinions with Having Meaningful Conversations.
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35:10Let’s Replace Shouting Our Opinions with Having Meaningful Conversations. “That’s not true!” “You’re wrong!”“Fake news!” These phrases are heard too often in today’s conversations, particularly political ones. What if we, instead, tackled today’s tough challenges by setting aside the shouting, the interrupting, and the belittling, and began to real…
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Nvidia is reportedly investing up to $1 billion in Poolside; also, Luminar is cutting jobs, losing its CFO, and warning of a cash shortage
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4:05Semiconductor giant Nvidia is looking to invest at least five hundred million dollars and up to one billion dollars in Poolside which builds AI models for software development. That’s according to reporting from Bloomberg, which cited sources. This investment would be part of a two billion dollar funding round Poolside is raising at a twelve billio…
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Beyond Chatbots: Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz on AI's Future
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38:11In this closing keynote from a16z’s Runtime conference, General Partner Erik Torenberg speaks with our firm’s cofounders, Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz on highlights from throughout the conference, the current state of LLM capabilities, and why despite huge capex, AI is not a bubble. Resources: Follow Marc on X: https://x.com/pmarca Follow Ben o…
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Digg founder Kevin Rose on the need for trusted social communities in the AI era; plus Canva launches its own design model
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7:38“The dead internet theory is real,” Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian told Digg founder Kevin Rose, referring to the idea that much of the internet isn’t human — it’s mostly bots. The two entrepreneurs have since teamed up to re-envision how to build a social community in this world where, very soon, it will be hard to tell bot from human. Also, Can…
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Figma acquires AI-powered media generation company Weavy; plus Threads now lets you approve and filter your replies
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5:38Design platform Figma said today that it has acquired AI-powered image and video generation company Weavy. The startup will join Figma under a new brand called Figma Weave. Also, Threads continues to ship new features at a rapid pace. Shortly after the launch of communities and disappearing “ghost posts,” the social networking app on Thursday intro…
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"Is there an AI bubble?” Gavin Baker and David George
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31:50In this conversation from a16z’s Runtime conference, Gavin Baker, Managing Partner and CIO of Atreides Management, joins David George, General Partner at a16z, to unpack the macro view of AI: the trillion-dollar data center buildout, the new economics of GPUs, and what this boom means for investors, founders, and the global economy. Resources: Foll…
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NBA champion Tristan Thompson partners with World Mobile to launch community-owned network Uplift, also, San Francisco's mayor: ‘We should be the testbed for emerging tech’
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6:05With Uplift, every subscription will contribute to neighborhood-level network expansion, while local hosts that are known as "AirNode operators" will earn a portion of network revenue by providing community coverage. Also, while San Francisco's mayor Daniel Lurie is opening his arms to autonomous vehicles, other cities are more resistant. Boston, f…
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Personal Branding for Marketers and Entrepreneurs
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50:18Are you wondering if building a personal brand is worth the effort? Curious about how to stand out in a crowded market while staying true to yourself? To discover a comprehensive framework for developing a compelling personal brand that opens doors and creates opportunities, I interview Goldie Chan. Guest: Goldie Chan | Show Notes: socialmediaexami…
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US signs collaboration agreements with Japan and South Korea for AI, chips and biotech, and more
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8:17The U.S. inked Technology Prosperity Deals (TPD) with Japan and South Korea with an eye towards spurring collaboration on AI, semiconductors, quantum computing, biotech, space, 6G and other technologies. Character AI is ending its chatbot experience for kids. After facing lawsuits and public outcry following the suicides of two teenagers, Character…
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TwitchCon, Twitch’s annual convention in San Diego for all things streaming and gaming, is facing heightened scrutiny after streamer Emiru was assaulted there during a meet-and-greet. The incident occurred after a series of streamers pulled out of the event over safety concerns and the growing specter of political violence. All of this has highligh…
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Building the Real-World Infrastructure for AI, with Google, Cisco & a16z
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32:44AI isn’t just changing software, it’s causing the biggest buildout of physical infrastructure in modern history. In this episode, Raghu Raghuram (a16z) speaks with Amin Vahdat, VP and GM of AI and Infrastructure at Google, and Jeetu Patel, President and Chief Product Officer at Cisco, about the unprecedented scale of what’s being built — from chips…
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Netflix announces interactive real-time voting for live content; plus, Sam Altman says OpenAI will have a ‘legitimate AI researcher’ by 2028
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7:53Netflix viewers will be able to vote while watching live content to directly influence the outcome of what they're watching on their TV or mobile device. Also, OpenAI says its deep learning systems are rapidly advancing, with models increasingly able to solve complex tasks faster. So fast, in fact, that internally, OpenAI is tracking towards achiev…
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Amazon to cut 14,000 corporate jobs; also, OpenAI completes its for-profit recapitalization
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7:10Amazon said on Tuesday that it plans to reduce its corporate workforce by 14,000 jobs as it seeks to reduce bureaucracy, remove layers and invest more in its AI strategy. Plus, OpenAI has completed its recapitalization, splitting the AI lab into a for-profit corporation nested inside a non-profit foundation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit …
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Google DeepMind Developers: How Nano Banana Was Made
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54:19Google DeepMind’s new image model Nano Banana took the internet by storm. In this episode, we sit down with Principal Scientist Oliver Wang and Group Product Manager Nicole Brichtova to discuss how Nano Banana was created, why it’s so viral, and the future of image and video editing. Resources: Follow Oliver on X: https://x.com/oliver_wang2 Follow …
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New corporate espionage claims emerge, centered on two highly valued 401(k) admin startups
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9:05Two 401(k) management unicorns, Human Interest and Guideline, are squaring off in federal court with allegations so brazen that they're embarrassing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy TechCrunch
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Workout app Ladder launches nutrition-tracking experience; plus ads might be coming to Apple Maps next year
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4:46Fitness app Ladder is debuting a new nutrition tracking feature that lets you snap a photo to input macros. Also, according to a new report from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple Maps users could start seeing ads in the app as soon as next year. Similar to Google Maps and other mapping apps, Apple’s plan is to allow restaurants and other businesses wi…
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Raghu Raghuram: AI, Robotics, and the Rebirth of Infrastructure
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30:12From Netscape to VMware, Raghu Raghuram has been at the center of nearly every major inflection point in enterprise technology. In this episode, Raghu joins Ben Horowitz, Martin Casado and David George to reflect on the early internet wars with Microsoft, how Netscape’s browser battles shaped a generation of founders, and the inside story of one of…
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Trump and Xi will possibly ‘consummate’ TikTok deal on Thursday, High school’s AI security system confuses Doritos bag for a possible firearm, and OpenAI reportedly developing new generative music tool ...
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5:12-The United States and China are ready to move forward on a TikTok deal, according to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. -A high school student in Baltimore County, Maryland was reportedly handcuffed and searched after an AI security system flagged his bag of chips as a possible firearm. -OpenAI is working on a new tool that would generate music bas…
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Pivot Like a Pro: Mindset Medicine for Career Shake-Ups (w/ Dr. Kristy Taylor)
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32:06When your job title evaporates, who are you...really? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Kristy Taylor (founder of WORxK Solutions, “the prescription for career success”) and I get real about layoffs, identity loss, and the mindset medicine it takes to pivot with power. We talk military grit, LinkedIn branding that actually works, and how to move f…
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Ford isn’t going to make more F-150 Lightnings for a while ; also, big tech is paying for Trump’s White House ballroom
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5:56Ford is prioritizing its gas and hybrid F-150 trucks instead. Plus, Trump's $250 million White House ballroom will be funded in part by big tech companies like Amazon, Apple, Google, Meta, and Microsoft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy TechCrunch
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Marc Andreessen: How Movies Explain America
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1:15:30In this episode of Monitoring the Situation, Marc Andreessen, Katherine Boyle, and Erik Torenberg dive into the movies that best explain America, from Once Upon a Time in Hollywood to Tropic Thunder to Fight Club. They explore how Tarantino’s revisionist masterpiece reimagines 1969 and the end of America’s cultural innocence, why Tropic Thunder was…
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20-year-old dropouts built AI notetaker Turbo AI to 5 million users; plus, YouTube paid out $8B to the music industry in 12 months
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7:21Rudy Arora and Sarthak Dhawan, two 20-year-old college dropouts, grew an AI note-taker app to five million users and an eight-figure ARR. Also, The milestone marks a new record for the platform, as YouTube’s annual music industry payout increased by $2 billion since 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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As China’s 996 culture spreads, South Korea’s tech sector grapples with 52-hour limit
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9:12South Korea's 52-hour workweek cap is stricter than the U.S. and Singapore but more flexible than much of Europe. Still deep tech founders and investors worry it's too restrictive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy TechCrunch
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Marc Andreessen and Amjad Masad: English As the New Programming Language
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1:11:38Amjad Masad, founder and CEO of Replit, joins a16z’s Marc Andreessen and Erik Torenberg to discuss the new world of AI agents, the future of programming, and how software itself is beginning to build software. They trace the history of computing to the rise of AI agents that can now plan, reason, and code for hours without breaking, and explore how…
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Applying Behavioral Science for Improved Conversions
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45:00Struggling to convert interested prospects into paying customers? Wondering why your perfectly logical marketing messages aren't driving the results you expect? To discover how to apply behavioral science principles to improve your pricing strategy, enhance quality perception, and increase conversions, I interview Richard Shotton. Guest: Richard Sh…
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Sumble emerges from stealth with $38.5M to bring AI-powered context to sales intelligence
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8:15The founders of machine learning community Kaggle are trying to upend the crowded sales prospecting market with AI. And they're making headway. Also, Starbridge raises $42M Series A led by Craft Ventures to help businesses better monitor public service opportunities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Airbnb is becoming more social by allowing users to connect with fellow travelers
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4:30The company is also improving search by suggesting properties that you might have missed due to your filters and has redesigned the Maps view to let you search for points of interest such as nearby landmarks, attractions, and restaurants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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OpenAI launches an AI-powered browser: ChatGPT Atlas
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4:38The company says Atlas will first roll out on macOS, with support for Windows, iOS, and Android coming soon. OpenAI says the product will be available to all free users at launch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy TechCrunch
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Why Creativity Will Matter More Than Code
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1:25:15In this episode, a16z's Anish Acharya joins Kevin Rose for an in-depth, fast-paced conversation on the rebirth of consumer technology, and how AI is reshaping what it means to build, invest, and create. They talk about why AI has reignited the consumer renaissance, what it means to build “weird and working” products, and how the next wave of apps w…
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What do colorful and plush Labubu dolls have in common with Mesopotamian mythology? If you believe some viral TikToks, everything. Recent conspiracy theories have linked the toys to everything from ancient demonic spirits to Satan worship. But behind those ideas flooding online feeds is something older and darker: the return of moral panic. In this…
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