Best Ben and Bon Podcasts (2025)

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2127: April 2025 New Music 9: Wet Leg, Sunday (1994), Ally Venable, Samantha Fish, The Riven 15:59

1d ago15:59

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The April 2025 New Music Train is earning it this month! Today, it takes off for Sweden to pick up Niklas Nygards and then heads back across the Atlantic to Illinois where Sunny Varney jumps on board. Along the way, you’ll hear about new work from Wet Leg, Sunday (1994), Ally Venable, Samantha Fish and wrap it up with The Riven, who are from Sweden…

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"AI Innovation Pulse: Google's Gemini AI, Hugging Face Robots, AI Safety Concerns, Perplexity's New Tool, and Doudna Supercomputer" 4:56

2d ago4:56

4:56

Welcome to another episode of AI in Marketing where we cover the hottest news in the AI sphere. Today, we're discussing Google's Gemini AI and its enhanced video analysis capability in Google Drive. From artificial intelligence, we pivot to humanoid robots as Hugging Face introduces HopeJR and Reachy Mini. We also delve into pressing concerns surro…

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2126: April 2025 New Music 8: Momma, Craig Finn, Gum Parker, Ryan Allen And His Extra Arms, The Tisburys 17:29

3d ago17:29

17:29

The April 2025 New Music Train pulls right up to the front door to pick up a very tired Justin Steiner, who’s at the end of a long school year, but wants to turn in his new music assignment on time. He tells us about tracks from Momma, Craig Finn, Gum Parker, Ryan Allen And His Extra Arms and The Tisburys. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTun…

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Mistral’s Code Embeddings, Horizon3.ai’s Cybersecurity Bet, and Meta’s Generative Shift 4:33

2d ago4:33

4:33

"AI in Marketing: Episode 123" explores the latest advancements and challenges in AI, discussing Mistral's new code embedding model and its application in Marketing, Horizon3.ai's pursuit for funding to advance in AI cybersecurity, and the reorganization of Meta's generative AI team. This episode also examines how AI is revolutionizing user experie…

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May 26th - Greg Laurie, Mike Johnson, Christians in Congress, and the cost of compromise. 1:23:00

4d ago1:23:00

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Ben and Bon talk about the Mike Johnson/Greg Laurie interview, believers in Congress, the mutation of the SBC and how it's original roots are still showing, Christian inconsistency, and the lack of moral boundaries.By Ben and Bon

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2125: April 2025 New Music 7: The Beths, Self Esteem, Those Damn Crows, Black Stone Cherry 14:01

4d ago14:01

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The April 2025 New Music Train makes another journey across the Atlantic in this episode and finds Roger Grace in a warm and sunny Montrose, Scotland. He regales us with new music from The Beths, Self Esteem, Those Damn Crows and Black Stone Cherry. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotif…

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"Chatbots, Brain Tech & Authenticity in AI: An Expedition with Anthropic, OpenAI, Neuralink, Meta & Adobe" 4:52

4d ago4:52

4:52

"AI in Marketing" delivers insightful analysis of the latest advancements and industry news impacting artificial intelligence within various sectors. In this episode, we explore Anthropic's introduction of a voice mode to their Claude chatbot and its potential appeal. We also discuss OpenAI's move to encourage developers to embed their ChatGPT sign…

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2124: April 2025 New Music 6: The Bats, Poor Creature, Valerie June, Goose, The Waterboys 18:45

5d ago18:45

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While we were observing the Memorial Day holiday, the April 2025 New Music Train was chugging across the Atlantic to pick up Liam McIndoe in Dublin. Then, it was back to New York City to grab Jason Goebel and let the new music flow. We’ll hear about work from The Bats, Poor Creature, Valerie June, Goose and The Waterboys. Rockin' the Suburbs on App…

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"AI Updates & Ethics: Palisade's Unpredictable Models, xAI's Grok 3.5 Teaser, Google's Creative Lineup, and the Human-AI Identity Crisis" 5:41

5d ago5:41

5:41

We start with the unsettling revelations by Palisade Research about certain AI models potentially "disobeying" shutdown instructions, highlighting questions on AI self-regulation. We move on to a leak hinting at the imminent launch of xAI's Grok 3.5, rumored to offer advances in coding skills and better integration with iOS devices. Google DeepMind…

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2123: April 2025 New Music 5: Soul Coughing, Girl and Girl, Florist 12:25

9d ago12:25

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A trip from Louisville to South Carolina is on tap for the April 2025 New Music Train. That means Adam Coop and Harris King and great new music picks. Adam discusses a new live album from Nineties favorites Soul Coughing, while Harris goes for new songs from Girl and Girl and Florist. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast pl…

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"Onion's Comedic Strategy, OpenAI's UAE Plans, Trump's Big Bill, Apollo's AI Safety & Tesla's Optimus Robot Showcase" 4:59

9d ago4:59

4:59

The "AI in Marketing" podcast provides in-depth coverage of the latest happenings in the world of AI. Dive deep into a discussion of The Onion's newly founded creative agency that interestingly veers away from relying on AI in crafting humor-filled copywriting. Explore OpenAI's ambitious initiative to establish a data center mega-factory in UAE in …

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2122: April 2025 New Music 4: Bill Fox, Blue Cactus, Colin Miller, S.G. Goodman 13:20

10d ago13:20

13:20

From Illinois to Maryland, the April 2025 New Music Train is chugging down the tracks, bringing you more great new tunes. It’s Paul Hayden and Kevin Porter in today’s episode and this pair of new music connoisseurs discuss songs from Bill Fox, Blue Cactus, Colin Miller and S.G. Goodman. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast …

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"Expanding Markets and Evolving Protests: Liquid Death, Microsoft, Nvidia, and OpenAI's Big Moves" 4:56

10d ago4:56

4:56

On "AI in Marketing," we're discussing Liquid Death's strategic marketing expansion into sports, leveraging fan engagement and uncovering opportunities in the non-alcoholic beverage market. We'll delve into current events, including employee protests at the Microsoft Build Event, questioning the use of Azure technology in contracts with the Israeli…

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2121: April 2025 New Music 3: The Dream Eaters, Dead Pioneers, Propaghandi, Frankie and the Witch Fingers 14:09

11d ago14:09

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April 2025 New Music 2: The Dream Eaters, Dead Pioneers, Propaghandi, Frankie and the Witch Fingers The April 2025 New Music is tooling around the state of New York in this episode. Kurt Gallagher and Mike Kohli are on board, so you know you are for some great picks, listener. The duo discuss new work from The Dream Eaters, Dead Pioneers, Propaghan…

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"AI Revolution: Google's Endeavors, Media Missteps, Duolingo Drama, and Apple's Siri Struggles" 4:56

11d ago4:56

4:56

Join us on the AI in Marketing Podcast, where we explore the latest developments in the world of artificial intelligence. In today's episode, we discuss how Google is integrating AI capabilities into its search engine, Gmail, and shopping experiences, aiming to enhance user interactions whilst managing potential inaccuracies. We touch upon a recent…

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"Waymo Expands, AI Styling Trends, LinkedIn Insights & Naming the NYC Marathon Storytellers" 4:50

12d ago4:50

4:50

Welcome to "AI in Marketing", your bi-weekly podcast that dives into the latest artificial intelligence trends revolutionizing the marketing field. Tune in this week as we discuss: 1. Waymo's approval by the California Public Utilities Commission to expand its autonomous taxi services deeper into Silicon Valley. Discover how this groundbreaking mov…

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2120: April 2025 New Music 2: Brown Horse, Messa, Suede, Bon Iver, Etran de L Air, Lifeguard 24:20

12d ago24:20

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Jim took the April 2025 New Music train out for a spin and dropped it off in Scotland, where Steven Routledge takes over and steams back across the Atlantic to pick up Bob Peterson in Wisconsin. This pair of new music aficionados discuss tunes from Brown Horse, Messa, Suede, Bon Iver, Etran de L' Air and Lifeguard. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podc…

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2119: April New Music - New Eves, The Convenience, Pip Blom, Ben Kweller feat. Flaming Lips 21:17

13d ago21:17

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Jim revs up the New Music Train. Do trains rev? Jim doesn't know how to operate a train, but he does know new music. Enjoy April releases from the New Eves, the Convenience, Pip Blom, and Ben Kweller feat. the Flaming Lips. Get with Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, like audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Am…

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"Musk's Chatbot Controversy, China's AI Ambitions, AI in SEO & Stack Overflow's Struggle: A Recap of Major AI Developments" 4:45

13d ago4:45

4:45

Join us for today's episode of "AI in Marketing" where our discussions revolve around the latest happenings in AI, spanning from controversial statements made by Elon Musk’s AI chatbot to China’s ambitious launch of a new satellite network. We also delve into AI's impact on search engines, the changes Stack Overflow is making in response to AI adva…

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2118: Countdown: Patrick’s Top 10 Classical Jams: Number Two and Number One 20:28

16d ago20:28

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We’re taking a musical detour this week as Patrick throws a little classical music into your ears. All week, he’s going to be counting down his top 10 classical jams! The countdown concludes today with two all-time heavyweights of the genre: Johann Sebastian Bach (Cello Suites No. 2 and 3) and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (Symphony No. 38). Rockin' the …

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"Zuckerberg, Pope Leo XIV, Microsoft & TikTok: A Common Thread of AI" 5:04

16d ago5:04

5:04

"AI in Marketing" is back with another intriguing episode. In today's podcast, we'll be exploring Mark Zuckerberg's vision for AI companionship, and discussing the ethical implications of this concept. We will also delve into the Vatican's stance on AI, led by Pope Leo XIV's call for ethical AI practices. The episode will then tackle the current st…

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2117: Countdown: Patrick’s Top 10 Classical Jams: Number Four and Number Three 21:51

17d ago21:51

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We’re taking a musical detour this week as Patrick throws a little classical music into your ears. All week, he’s going to be counting down his top 10 classical jams! Number four is an otherworldly work from Gustav Holst, while number three is a symphony from Ludwig Van Beethoven, but not the 5th or 9th. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes…

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"Supergoop's SMS Strategy, AI in Classrooms, FaceAge's Medical Advancements & Cyber Threats in AI Coding" 5:01

17d ago5:01

5:01

Join us in the latest episode of the AI in Marketing podcast, where we delve into the recent advancements and discussions happening in the AI industry across different sectors. We start with Supergoop's innovative SMS marketing strategy, which is enhancing customer engagement with creative content and humor. Moving to the education sector, we discu…

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2116: Countdown: Patrick’s Top 10 Classical Jams: Number Six and Number Five 20:00

18d ago20:00

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We’re taking a musical detour this week as Patrick throws a little classical music into your ears. All week, he’s going to be counting down his top 10 classical jams! Number six is a piece of modern classical (sort of) music from Steve Reich and number five is a string quartet from Russian master Dmitri Shostakovich. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Po…

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"Audible's Social Media Strategy, Earth Ammit Threats, Harvey's AI Shift, Notion's Productivity Boost, Synchron's Apple Integration and AI-narrations on Audible" 4:53

18d ago4:53

4:53

Join us today on "AI in Marketing" as we delve into how companies are leveraging Artificial Intelligence for growth and consumer engagement. In this episode, we discuss: Audible's use of social media to engage book enthusiasts; the expanded cyber threats posed by Chinese hacker group, Earth Ammit; changes at the legal AI tool Harvey, and its increa…

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2115: Countdown: Patrick’s Top 10 Classical Jams: Number Eight and Number Seven 21:40

19d ago21:40

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We’re taking a musical detour this week as Patrick throws a little classical music into your ears. All week, he’s going to be counting down his top 10 classical jams! Number eight is a tribute to the world’s oldest established record company, Deutsche Grammophon, while number seven is a stone-cold classic, Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons.” Rockin' the Subu…

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"AI Exploits, NBCUniversal's Upfront Plans, OpenAI's Features & Google's Strategic Moves" 5:01

19d ago5:01

5:01

In this episode of "AI in Marketing," listen to news about the latest trends, developments, and challenges in artificial intelligence and how it impacts the marketing realm. Discover how cybercriminals are utilizing generative AI for a nefarious cause - a scheme deploying the 'Noodlophile' malware which primarily targets freelancers, AI enthusiasts…

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2114: Countdown: Patrick’s Top 10 Classical Jams: Number 10 and Number Nine 17:29

20d ago17:29

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We’re taking a musical detour this week as Patrick throws a little classical music into your ears. All week, he’s going to be counting down his top 10 classical jams! Number 10 is an album from renowned Canadian pianist Glenn Gould and number nine is a slamming set of string quartets composed by Bela Bartok. Crank it up, peoples! Rockin' the Suburb…

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"Klarna's AI Reversal, AI Influences Apple and Google, Papal AI Reflections, Copyright Controversies & Meta vs TikTok" 4:54

20d ago4:54

4:54

Welcome to another installment of AI in Marketing, where we dissect the latest momentous developments in the world of technology. First, we shed light on Klarna's recent rehiring of human customer service agents after their AI solutions led to customer dissatisfaction, showcasing the importance of human intervention in customer services. Next, we d…

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2113: Perfect Pop: Waco Brothers “Death of Country Music” 9:36

23d ago9:36

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It’s been a long week, so how about a little Perfect Pop to send us into the weekend? Patrick inducts a beautifully ragged country rock tune from the Waco Brothers. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart,Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen at SuburbsPod.com. …

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"AI Revolution: Apple's Google Shift, AI in Courtrooms, and Technological Innovations by Meta & OpenAI" 4:55

23d ago4:55

4:55

On this episode of "AI in Marketing," we discuss some intriguing developments in AI technology and its impacts on various sectors. We start by probing Apple's consideration to replace Google with AI-driven search engines for its Safari browser, highlighting the potential tech shift due to the growing consumer interest in AI. We then explore the pow…

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May 7th, 2025 - Ben Goes on the Couch. 2:06:00

24d ago2:06:00

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In this special episode we examine one pastor's personal experiences, turmoil, crash, and devotion to mission during our hyper-politically polarized era.By Ben and Bon

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2112: Happy 60th Birthday to … the First Music Video? 10:26

24d ago10:26

10:26

A clip from the movie Don’t Look Back was filmed 60 years ago today in London. Many believe Bob Dylan’s so-called "Subterranean Homesick Blues" film was the forerunner of the music video movement that came to prominence in the 1980s. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcas…

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"AI Revolution: Amazon's Vulcan, OpenAI's Global Expansion, and Figma's All-In-One Creative Ecosystem" 4:44

24d ago4:44

4:44

"AI in Marketing" brings you the latest news and trends in the world of artificial intelligence and how it plays a role in today's marketing strategies. This week, we discuss Amazon intruding Vulcan, a new warehouse robot capable of handling items with physical data feedback. OpenAI's initiative, OpenAI for Countries, a program fostering partnershi…

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2111: Coop’s Concert Corner: April 2025 20:11

25d ago20:11

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Adam Coop goes to a lot of shows. And he is nice enough to round them up for you, listener. In this installment, he recounts his experiences seeing Neal Francis, Brett Newski, Jack White, Cake and My Morning Jacket. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart…

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"Sephora's Sports Moves, OpenAI's Reorganization & Microsoft's AI Evolution: An Analysis" 4:59

25d ago4:59

4:59

Welcome to 'AI in Marketing' podcast where we uncover the latest news and trends in the world of AI. In this episode, we delve into the innovative marketing strategies undertaken by Sephora in the sports sector to broaden their consumer base. We discuss the significant debate sparked by OpenAI's recent reorganization plan and what it means for AI s…

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2110: Happy 80th Birthday Jimmie Dale Gilmore 23:25

26d ago23:25

23:25

We wish many happy returns to a one-of-a-kind Texas musician, who celebrates the Big 8-0 today. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart,Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen at SuburbsPod.com. Please rate/review the show on Apple Podcasts and share it with your …

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"AI Shakeups and Innovation: 11x Leadership Change and Recraft's Success, Global Marketing Amid Tariff Uncertainty, Europe’s Science Funding Boost, and BookTok's Fyre Festival" 4:56

26d ago4:56

4:56

Join us on "AI in Marketing" as we delve into the latest developments in the world of Artificial Intelligence and its impact on the marketing industry. In this episode, we discuss the recent transition at AI startup 11x, exploring the challenges they've faced and their strategic shift towards a broad platform strategy. We examine the global marketi…

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2109: Old Time Music Redux: Bascom Lamar Lunsford 21:54

27d ago21:54

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Harris King takes over the hosting chair today, giving us a great overview of the old-time musician Bascom Lamar Lunceford, the "Minstrel of the Appalachians.” Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart,Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen at SuburbsPod.com. Pleas…

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"AI-First Duolingo and Job Crisis, Trump's AI Controversy, Microsoft Shutters Skype, Uber-Momenta's Autonomous Plans" 4:49

27d ago4:49

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Tune into "AI in Marketing" as we delve into fascinating stories from the intersection of AI, technology, and society. First, we discuss Duolingo's aggressive move towards AI, replacing contractors with machine learning models, with Brian Merchant providing insights into what this may mean for the broader job market. Next, we dive into the societal…

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May 1st, 2025 - Disarming Levithian, Christianity without relational communion, and Kindergarten Cop. 1:08:00

30d ago1:08:00

1:08:00

Ben and Bon are joined by Caleb Campbell, the author of Disarming Leviathan. Together, the three talk Christian Nationalism, how to disarm Leviathan, the perils of relationship/leadership without communion, how to bridge the divide, and Kindergarten Cop.By Ben and Bon

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2108: The Alarm's Mike Peters - Rest in Power 24:22

30d ago24:22

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Mike Peters, frontman for The Alarm, died at age 66. Jim pays tribute, along with guests Craig Rosen, Joe Basso and Bud Verge. Get with Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, like audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, and TuneIn. Or listen at SuburbsPod.com. Please rate/review the show on Apple Podca…

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"AI Innovations and Challenges: DeepSeek, Google, Meta and TikTok Transformations" 4:58

1M ago4:58

4:58

In this episode of the AI in Marketing podcast, we delve into significant advancements and trends in AI technology, starting with Chinese startup DeepSeek's launch of its AI model, Prover-V2, and its potential implications for the industry. We also discuss Google's recent move to make its AI Mode in Search available to all U.S users, enhancing sear…

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2107: Book Nook: The Golden Age of Rock Instrumentals 18:02

1M ago18:02

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It’s time to dive into Patrick’s Book Nook, peoples! Today, the spotlight is on a volume published in 1997: The Golden Age of Rock Instrumentals by Steve Otfinoski. Come explore the world of songs with no vocals, twangy guitars, honking sax and wicked piano. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoo…

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"From BBC's AI Christie to Google's Gemini: Technological Innovations and Controversies" 4:46

1M ago4:46

4:46

Welcome to AI in Marketing, your hub for the latest AI news in the ever-evolving marketing landscape. In today's episode, we delve into the use of AI in an innovative BBC Maestro course offering writing insights from the legendary Agatha Christie, shown through restored audio and licensed images. Next up, we discuss human vs. digital PR relations i…

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2106: Bob Dylan Album Hall of Fame: Nashville Skyline with Bob Peterson 24:45

1M ago24:45

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Bob Peterson joins Patrick to induct Dylan’s left-turn into country music – the short but oh-so-sweet Nashville Skyline – into the Bob Dylan Album Hall of Fame. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart,Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen at SuburbsPod.com. Plea…

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"AI Transformations at Amazon, Russian Cyberattacks, OpenAI's Behavior Reversal, AI Cultural Bias, and Ben & Jerry's Activism Struggles" 4:57

1M ago4:57

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"AI in Marketing" explores how Artificial Intelligence is shaping industries and cultures. In this episode, we unpack Amazon CEO Andy Jassy's investor letter highlighting AI's transformative role in sectors like customer service, healthcare, and finance. We also analyze the geopolitical tensions spurred by France's accusations against Russia for a …

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2105: Bob Dylan Album Hall of Fame: Slow Train Coming with Kurt Gallagher 17:04

1M ago17:04

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Listen as our good friend Kurt Gallagher checks in from the suburbs of NYC, inducting Dylan’s 1979 LP, Slow Train Coming, the first of his so-called Christian albums. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart,Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen at SuburbsPod.com…

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"Blackout in Spain, Bon Iver's Marketing Strategy, Qwen3 AI Models by Alibaba, and Alzheimer's Breakthrough: Your Tech and Innovation Update" 5:04

1M ago5:04

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Join us for today's episode of "AI in Marketing" as we delve into a variety of topical stories from around the globe. We kick off with an unexpected blackout that swept through Spain, Portugal and parts of France, disrupting daily life and highlighting the need for reliable grid stability. Next, we examine the intricate facets of launching a mobile…

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2104: Rest in Power: David Thomas of Pere Ubu 10:31

1M ago10:31

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Patrick pays tribute to David Thomas, who passed away recently at the age of 71. His vocals, songwriting and live presence in Pere Ubu were enormously influential on a generation of post-punk artists. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart,Stitcher and T…

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