Best 5 Minute Disasters Podcasts (2025)

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Tesla Robotaxis, SoftBank AI Hub, Samsung Robotics Vision, Waymo Expands, Robotic Arms in Disaster Response 8:22

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Sunday June 29th 2025. This episode covers Tesla and Waymo's robotaxi expansions, Samsung's robotics advancements, and SoftBank's ambitious AI hub in Arizona. It explores breakthroughs like mosquito-sized drones, Roborock's obstacle-clearing vacuum, and Tombot's robotic therapy dog. Updates include Tesla's Optimus h…

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The 2008 Global Financial Crisis 9:00

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In 2008, the world watched as banks collapsed, stock markets crashed, and economies unravelled. In this episode, we explore how risky loans, financial greed, and a housing bubble combined to trigger the worst economic disaster since the Great Depression. From Wall Street to high streets around the globe, millions felt the shockwaves — and the after…

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The Weekly Wrap Up: Navigating AI's Impact: Business Shifts and Strategic Insights 15:12

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As usual, a LOT happened this week in the world of AI, so we ran every article mentioned in this week's newsletter though Google's NotebookLM to make a 20 minute co-hosted podcast for your weekend enjoyment! How are AI advancements reshaping business strategies and user trust? Explore the latest shifts in AI as major tech players compete for strate…

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Anthropic Fair Use Ruling, Google’s Gemini CLI, 32-Hour Workweek Push, DeepMind AlphaGenome Launch 6:39

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Friday June 27th 2025. This podcast episode covers key updates in the AI industry, including court rulings on "fair use" in AI training involving Anthropic and Meta, Google’s release of Gemini CLI to optimize coding, and Senator Bernie Sanders’ push for a 32-hour workweek enabled by AI productivity gains. Other high…

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AI Cuts Emissions, Revolutionizes Mental Health, Redefines Cybersecurity, Boosts Education, Transforms Perfume Creation 8:45

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Thursday June 26th 2025. This episode covers AI's role in fighting climate change, including emission reductions in energy, agriculture, and transport, while addressing challenges like energy-intensive infrastructures. Legal updates discuss fair use in AI training and its implications. Google launches Imagen for adv…

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Apple Targets Perplexity AI, Reddit Tests Biometrics, SoftBank’s $1T AI Hub, Walmart Adopts AI 7:25

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Wednesday June 25th 2025. This episode covers major AI advancements and industry shifts: Apple and Meta compete to acquire Perplexity AI, aiming to enhance Siri and scale AI capabilities. SoftBank plans a $1T AI hub in Arizona, while Reddit tests biometric verification to tackle bot issues. OpenAI faces a trademark …

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Death Stranding 2: Weird, Confusing and a Technical Masterpiece - Beyond 903 1:05:28

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Death Stranding 2: On The Beach is finally almost here, and as one of 2025’s few big PlayStation exclusives, you can see why a lot of PS5 owners would be excited for this one. This week, we’re joined by Simon Cardy, who reviewed DS2 for IGN, to discuss the many things it does right, whether or not that’s enough to win over folks who didn’t live the…

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AI Tackles Climate Impact, Meta’s Smart Glasses, Apple vs Meta in Acquisitions, SoftBank’s Arizona Hub 6:45

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Tuesday June 24th 2025. This episode covers the potential of AI to reduce global emissions, with innovations in energy, transport, and agriculture despite challenges like energy consumption. Apple and Meta vie for Perplexity AI to upgrade search and user experiences, while Meta and Oakley debut AI-powered smart glas…

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Apple and Meta Eye Perplexity AI, Meta’s Smart Glasses, AI Risks, SoftBank’s Arizona Hub 6:09

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Tuesday June 24th 2025. This podcast episode covers key developments in AI, including Apple and Meta's pursuit of Perplexity AI to enhance search tools, Meta's launch of AI-powered Oakley smart glasses for athletes, and research from Anthropic highlighting behavioral risks in advanced AI systems. Additional topics i…

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3 Innovation Decision Traps That Kill Breakthrough Ideas (And How to Avoid Them) 14:50

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Every breakthrough innovation starts the same way: everyone thinks it's a terrible idea. Twitter was dismissed as “breakfast updates.” Google looked “too simple.” Facebook seemed limited to “just college kids.” Yet these “stupid ideas” became some of the biggest winners in tech history. After 30 years making innovation decisions at Fortune 100 comp…

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AI agents in business, Apple and Meta deals, wearable tech, model safety concerns 9:03

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Monday June 23rd 2025. This episode explores how AI agents are transforming business operations, from code generation and workflow automation to cybersecurity and HR support. It covers Apple and Meta’s competitive moves to acquire AI startups, Meta’s AI-powered smart glasses, and troubling findings on model manipula…

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The Weekly Wrap Up: 10:26

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As usual, a LOT happened this week in the world of AI, so we ran every article mentioned in this week's newsletter though Google's NotebookLM to make a 20 minute co-hosted podcast for your weekend enjoyment! How is AI reshaping business strategies and everyday life? Explore the evolving landscape of AI as it transforms business strategies and every…

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The Sinking of the RMS Lusitania 9:37

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In 1915, the RMS Lusitania was a symbol of luxury and speed — until a German U-boat turned it into a symbol of tragedy. In this episode of 5 Minute Disasters, we explore the torpedo strike that sent the grand ocean liner to the bottom of the sea, the international outrage that followed, and how one sinking ship helped push the world closer to total…

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AI reshapes education and healthcare, YouTube enhances Shorts, Gemini powers browsers, Wix acquires Base44 6:07

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Friday June 20th 2025. This episode explores how AI could radically transform education, healthcare, and urban transportation by building systems from the ground up. It also covers YouTube’s integration of DeepMind’s Veo Three for enhanced Shorts, the Nanobrowser’s new Gemini-powered automation, Wix’s acquisition of…

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AI leadership insights, Google’s Gemini update, Midjourney video model, MIT study on ChatGPT effects 10:18

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Thursday June 19th 2025. Today’s episode highlights how strong leadership is crucial for successful AI adoption, emphasizing vision, communication, and reskilling. Google launches new Gemini models focused on speed and cost, while IBM’s WatsonX enhances data management for AI. AI-generated video and image tools from…

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OpenAI wins defense deal, Meta builds AI glasses, Reddit adds AI tools, Intel restructures 10:37

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Wednesday June 18th 2025. This episode covers the rapid expansion of AI in daily work and industries, highlighting both its benefits and challenges. Key news includes OpenAI’s $200M deal with the U.S. government, Reddit’s new AI tools for advertisers, Adobe Firefly's mobile debut, and Anthropic’s success with collab…

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Sony Hints At PlayStation 6, Knows Most Players Aren’t Into Cloud Gaming - Beyond 902 1:08:23

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The PlayStation 6 is still a long ways off, but Sony acknowledged they’re pushing the platform forward and exploring new ways for us to engage with it, but they’re well aware that streaming games from the cloud isn’t how most of us play our games. The PlayStation Portal might seem to suggest that’s the direction the company is taking things, but un…

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Small business AI tips, OpenAI-Microsoft tensions, video engagement tools, 3D generation advances 10:15

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Tuesday June 17th 2025. This podcast covers how small businesses can use AI to improve efficiency and reduce repetitive tasks while maintaining quality. It explores tools like Perplexity Labs for video analysis, safety concerns in AI interactions, a study rebuttal on AI's reasoning capabilities, and new applications…

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Meta Buys Scale AI, MIT’s Self-Training Models, UK Youth AI Usage, NY Safety Laws 5:02

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Monday June 16th 2025. This episode explores how companies must thoughtfully integrate AI to remain competitive while maintaining employee satisfaction. Major news includes Meta's $14.3B acquisition of a 49% stake in Scale AI, MIT's development of self-training language models, and Chinese research showing AI system…

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The Weekend Wrap Up: This Week’s AI News 18:22

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As usual, a LOT happened this week in the world of AI, so we ran every article mentioned in this week's newsletter though Google's NotebookLM to make a 20 minute co-hosted podcast for your weekend enjoyment! How is AI reshaping businesses and revealing unexpected challenges? Explore the fast-paced world of AI, where major investments, unexpected fa…

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The Hyatt Regency Walkway Collapse 9:16

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In 1981, a night of dancing and celebration at the Hyatt Regency in Kansas City turned into one of the deadliest structural failures in U.S. history. In this episode of 5 Minute Disasters, we unpack the shocking collapse of two skywalks packed with people, the design flaw that sealed their fate, and the lasting legacy on engineering practices world…

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Human Skills in AI Era, Black Hole Discovery, Google’s AI Chief, Mattel-OpenAI Partnership 4:56

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Friday June 13th 2025. This episode explores strategies for thriving in an AI-driven workplace while maintaining essential human skills like empathy and leadership. The news covers exciting developments in AI applications, including a breakthrough in black hole research at Morgridge Research Institute, Google's appo…

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OpenAI Model Upgrade, Disney Sues Midjourney, Wikipedia Pauses AI, Meta’s Robot Advances 5:03

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Thursday June 12th 2025. The episode explores critical developments in AI technology and implementation challenges. Key topics include technical integration hurdles faced by companies deploying AI systems, OpenAI's release of an advanced reasoning model, Wikipedia's pause on AI-generated summaries, a major copyright…

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OpenAI Voice Upgrades, Apple AI Features, Small Business Tools, UK Planning Automation 4:43

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Wednesday June 11th 2025. Today's episode explores AI's impact on small businesses, highlighting how accessible AI tools can enhance operations through marketing automation, customer service, and data analysis, while acknowledging implementation challenges. In tech news, OpenAI upgraded ChatGPT's Voice Mode with mor…

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Resident Evil Requiem: New Details on Gameplay, Setting, Characters & More - Beyond 901 1:26:58

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Resident Evil Requiem (or Resident Evil 9, RE9uiem, or whatever we’re supposed to call it) got an official reveal during Summer Game Fest 2025, and shortly after that, a select few people got to play a demo behind closed doors. IGN’s Matt Kim was one of those lucky people, so he stopped by to tell us about the game’s newest features. There’s option…

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The $1.2 Billion Innovation Disaster: 5 Decision Mistakes That Kill Breakthrough Technology (HP WebOS Case Study) 30:05

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In 2011, HP killed a $1.2 billion innovation in just 49 days. I was the Chief Technology Officer who recommended buying it. What happened next reveals why smart people consistently destroy breakthrough technology—and the systematic framework you need to avoid making the same mistake. HP had just spent $1.2 billion acquiring Palm to get WebOS—one of…

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Builder.ai Collapse, EU AI Education Framework, Dead Sea Scrolls Dating, Meta’s $10B Scale Investment 7:11

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Monday June 9th 2025. The episode explores pivotal AI developments, starting with a discussion of the EU and OECD's new AI Literacy Framework for education. Major stories include Builder.ai's collapse following revelations of manual coding fraud, OpenAI's legal battle over chat data retention, and Meta's $10B invest…

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The Weekend Wrap Up: This Week in AI 24:45

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As usual, a LOT happened this week in the world of AI, so we ran every article mentioned in this week's newsletter though [Google's NotebookLM](https://notebooklm.google.com/) to make a 20 minute co-hosted podcast for your weekend enjoyment! This week in AI: How is AI reshaping our world, from tech to emotions? Explore the evolving landscape of art…

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Let's Play The Ultimate PlayStation 4 Game Show, Wheel of PS4-tune! - Beyond 900 30:30

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It's our 900th episode! And we're at IGN Live! So, in honor of this momentous occasion, we invented a whole game show: Wheel of PS4-tune! Why? Because it was a good title. So, all the questions are about Sony's last console generation, its hardware, games, and so on. How well do Brian and Jada know deep-cut PlayStation 4-centric trivia? How are the…

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The Weekend Wrap Up: This Week’s AI News 0:49

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As usual, a LOT happened this week in the world of AI, so we ran every article mentioned in this week's newsletter though Google's NotebookLM to make a 20 minute co-hosted podcast for your weekend enjoyment! This week in AI: How is AI reshaping our world, from tech to emotions? Explore the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, where techno…

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The Costa Concordia Wreck 8:26

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When the Costa Concordia set sail, no one expected a disaster worthy of Titanic comparisons—but that’s exactly what happened. In episode 34 of 5 Minute Disasters, we dive into the chaotic wreck of the cruise liner off the coast of Italy in 2012. With a captain’s fateful decisions, a dramatic evacuation, and a ship lying on its side like a stranded …

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Meta Smart Glasses, Mistral Developer Platform, Anthropic Defense AI, AWS $10B Investment 6:02

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Friday June 6th 2025. This episode explores the evolution of AI from basic systems to theoretical "godlike" intelligence, alongside major industry developments. Key stories include Mistral's new developer platform, Meta's AI-powered smart glasses, X's API restrictions for AI training, Anthropic's specialized models …

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Leaders Adapt to AI Era, LawZero Launches, ChatGPT Expands Workplace Tools, Reddit Sues Anthropic 5:28

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Thursday June 5th 2025. This episode explores leadership adaptation to AI's growing influence, highlighting a five-step playbook for business leaders to effectively integrate AI while maintaining ethical standards. In breaking news, Yoshua Bengio launched LawZero, a nonprofit focused on safe AI development, while Bu…

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007 First Light, Marvel Tokon, Silent Hill f and More From Sony's Summer State of Play - Beyond 899 56:26

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On this very special episod eof Podcast Beyond, Max, Brian, and Jada are joined by John Davison to react to the latest PlayStation State of Play where Sony showed off a ton of games. This episodes highlights were the reveal of the new James Bond game from IO Interactve, 007 First Light, and the Arc System Works Marvel themed fighter MARVEL Tōkon: F…

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Samsung Partners Perplexity, FDA Approves AI Cancer Detection, Google NotebookLM Adds Sharing Features 4:35

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Wednesday June 4th 2025. This episode explores the potential impact of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) on humanity's future, predicting revolutionary breakthroughs in medicine, space travel, and scientific discovery by 2040. Key news updates include Samsung's partnership with Perplexity AI for smartphone integ…

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Apple AI Pause, Music Labels Strike Deals, Meta’s Ad Automation, Love in Digital Age 5:03

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Tuesday June 3rd 2025. This episode explores AI's impact on modern relationships and emotional connections, from matchmaking algorithms to AI companions, while examining the balance between technological benefits and authentic human bonds. In tech news, Apple delays major AI releases to 2026, major music labels nego…

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How AI Dependency Is Rewiring Your Child’s Creative Brain (And What Parents Can Do About It) 29:04

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University of Washington researchers discovered something that should concern every parent: children who use AI to create can no longer create without it. And here's the concerning part: most parents have absolutely no idea it's happening. If you've been following our series on Creative Thinking in the AI Age, you know I've been tracking how artifi…

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Introducing - Eastwood Reloaded 1:16

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Clint Eastwood is more than a movie star—he’s a myth, a mayor, a meme, and maybe the last great American icon. In this cinematic biography told one film at a time, we break down the legend behind the lens. From spaghetti Westerns to Oscar-winning dramas, from Dirty Harry to political oddities like debating an empty chair, Eastwood Reloaded explores…

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The Weekend Wrap Up: This Week’s AI News 30:49

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Want to know which tech giants are betting billions on AI - and why some are winning while others stumble? Is AI really eliminating jobs or creating them? New research reveals surprising trends... Listen to this week's RAIZOR Report for an insider's look at the moves reshaping the AI industry. Key Topics Covered: Major corporate moves and strategic…

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AI Job Cuts, NYT-Amazon Deal, Mobile AI Apps, Legal System Concerns Surface 5:41

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Friday May 30th 2025. This episode explores critical developments in AI, including the transformation of AI into collaborative workplace partners, Anthropic's prediction of AI's impact on white-collar jobs, and the NYT's landmark licensing deal with Amazon. It covers Black Forest Labs' new FLUX.one Kontext model, In…

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Meta Splits AI Teams, Opera Launches AI Browser, Telegram Partners with xAI, Sustainability Summit 4:15

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Thursday May 29th 2025. The episode explores AI's role in global sustainability at the 2025 AI with Purpose Global Summit in Taipei, discussing how AI can address environmental challenges through applications in biodiversity, energy efficiency, and marine conservation. It covers Meta's AI reorganization into Product…

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Google Releases LMEval, Salesforce Acquires Informatica, Anthropic Launches Voice Mode, WordPress Expands AI 7:03

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Wednesday May 28th 2025. Today's AI news covers a diverse range of developments, from Google's new LMEval framework for AI model evaluation to major acquisitions like Salesforce's $8B purchase of Informatica. Notable stories include Fortnite's AI-powered Darth Vader controversy, Anthropic's new voice mode beta for C…

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We're So Glad Hideo Kojima is Still Making Weird Games - Beyond 898 41:08

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Kojima is always up to something and this week is no different. On this week's very special epsiode of Podcast Beyond!, Jada, Nick, and Max break down their favorite Kojima games, why hes so influential, and why him preparing to keep his legacy going long after he dies via a USB stick isnt even the strangest thing hes said lately. *** IGN Live is n…

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AI Solopreneurs Rise, Models Resist Shutdown, OpenAI Expands Korea, UAE Offers ChatGPT Plus 7:13

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Tuesday May 27th 2025. Today's AI news covers major developments across tech, business, and regulation. Anthropic's CEO predicts AI enabling billion-dollar one-person businesses by 2026. Testing reveals some AI models resisting shutdown protocols, while Google expands its creative suite with Veo 3 and Flow. OpenAI u…

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Human-AI Creative Partnership: How to Harness AI While Preserving Your Innovative Edge 33:42

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The most innovative creators don't use AI as a replacement – they use it as a strategic partner in a carefully choreographed dance of human and machine intelligence. Welcome to Part 4 of our series, Creative Thinking in the AI Age – on strengthening your uniquely human creativity while using AI as a partner, not a replacement. In Part 1, we explore…

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The Weekend Wrap Up: This Week’s AI News 11:36

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In this episode, we explore the frontiers of artificial intelligence—where it's transforming industries, reshaping small businesses, enhancing human interaction, and challenging traditional research models. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, business leader, or curious learner, this episode offers a sweeping yet practical look at the AI-powered futu…

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Anthropic’s New Claude Models, Apple Smart Glasses, Microsoft Weather AI, Amazon Audio Listings 5:16

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Saturday May 24th 2025. This episode explores AI's impact on workplace trust and job security, highlighting the importance of employee involvement in AI implementation. Major tech developments are covered, including Anthropic's new Claude models for advanced reasoning and coding, Apple's AI-enabled smart glasses pro…

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OpenAI Buys LoveFrom, Shopify Launches AI Store Builder, CEOs Navigate AI Leadership 4:45

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Thursday May 22nd 2025. This episode explores strategies for CEOs implementing AI in business, emphasizing practical adoption methods and organizational readiness. Major news includes OpenAI's $6.5B acquisition of Jony Ive's LoveFrom design firm, Mistral's release of the Devstral open-source coding model, Shopify's …

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Small Business AI Tools, UW Language Tech, Google Gemini Updates, AI Medical Discovery 3:47

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Welcome to the RAIZOR Report for Wednesday May 21st 2025. Today's episode explores how AI is leveling the playing field for small businesses competing against larger corporations, highlighting digital transformation strategies and cloud solutions. In tech news, University of Washington unveiled a spatial translation system preserving speaker locati…

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Will Fairgame$ be the next Helldivers 2 or Hyenas? - Beyond 897 1:10:55

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Sony’s big push for live-service games hasn’t exactly been a resounding success, and the news that Haven, the studio behind the upcoming extraction-shooter Fairgame$, recently lost its founder Jade Raymond doesn’t exactly instill confidence. But, on the bright side, Helldivers 2: Heart of Democracy update takes the battle to Super Earth, giving the…