Best Human Machine Interaction Podcasts (2025)

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Multisensory Beings: How neuroaesthetics shapes the future human-machine interaction and art – with Matthew Bennett 49:22

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Humans are multisensory beings. What if the tiny sounds you hear from your devices every day are literally vibrating through your body, changing your nervous system, and collectively creating decades of audio pollution? And what do we do about it in an age where generative AI is likely going to add even more noise? In this fascinating episode of Po…

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Inside View: Making Cancer Visible w/ Andrey Zarur 34:13

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On the Inside View, we talk to the experts behind the innovations shaping our lives. This week, Andrey Zarur discusses the future of cancer surgery and makes a bold prediction — that we could effectively see the end of cancer within our lifetimes. Zarur, a biochemist and co-founder of Lumicell and GreenLight Biosciences, is on his way to making thi…

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Dwarkesh Patel - AI Timelines, Productivity & Global Stagnation 59:09

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Dwarkesh Patel is the host of the Dwarkesh Podcast, where he interviews leading scientists, founders, and economists about AI, science, and progress. In this episode of World of DaaS, Dwarkesh and Auren discuss: Why experts overestimate AI capabilities The continual learning bottleneck in current models Japan's economic crash and global productivit…

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126. Dog Bites: The Fallout and Emotional Toll with Dr. Sara Owczarczak-Garstecka (Archived from Ep 6. Series 1- Health and Wellbeing) 49:48

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Send us a text Episode 2 of Series 14: Dog's Days of Summer We explore the research on bite risks, the experiences of postal workers, and the challenges faced by dog owners. We discuss the lasting impacts on families and communities, and the social narratives surrounding aggressive behaviors in dogs. We'll also hear from dog trainer Kate La Sala ab…

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Week in Tech: Do You Share Your Location? 35:21

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Which company has the best AI engineering talent? It may be shifting. This week, Oz and Karah discuss how the most powerful CEO’s in the tech industry are poaching each others’ talent using some dramatic hiring practices. Then, is the normalization of location sharing helping us or hurting us? Plus, a human programmer beats an AI model in a coding …

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The Story: AI-Induced Psychosis w/ Kashmir Hill 35:24

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This week we unpack a disturbing new phenomenon: people being driven into a state of delusion after extended conversations with ChatGPT. Oz sits down with Kashmir Hill—a features writer covering technology and privacy for The New York Times—to discuss the users who found themselves spiraling into conspiracy-laced narratives and self-destructive beh…

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Morning Consult CEO Michael Ramlet - AI, consumer sentiment and reinventing survey research 46:21

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Michael Ramlet is the co-founder and CEO of Morning Consult, a global decision intelligence company with more than $100 million in annual revenue. Morning Consult conducts 30,000 daily interviews across 40+ countries and serves more than half of the Fortune 500. In this episode of World of DaaS, Michael and Auren discuss: The evolution from telepho…

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Week in Tech: My Deepfake, My Choice 30:38

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Are we starting to sound like ChatGPT? This week, Oz and Karah explore a new AI-powered recipe tool and test whether mustard and pasta actually go together. Then, a new study suggests AI may already be changing the way we talk. Plus, impersonations of U.S. politicians and the Danish bill that would give people legal rights to their digital selves. …

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The Story: User-Centered AI at Google w/ David Webster 37:55

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David Webster is the head of UX at Google Labs, the company’s experimental AI division. When he stepped into the role in 2022, the tech world was scrambling to respond to the rise of ChatGPT — and Google Labs was no exception. Since then, the team has launched several high-profile projects, including the viral NotebookLM. Webster joins Oz to share …

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L’Oréal and IBM: AI-Powered Beauty 27:20

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This week, the show takes you behind the scenes at L'Oréal’s research center in New Jersey. Malcolm Gladwell delves into the complexities of cosmetic formulation and the AI partnership with IBM. Learn how AI is poised to revolutionize the creation of beauty products, to make them even more sustainable and innovative. This is a paid advertisement fr…

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Atlan CEO Prukalpa Sankar - AI agent workflows and hiring AI native talent 36:57

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Prukalpa Sankar is the co-founder and CEO of Atlan, a data platform used by organizations like Plaid, NASDAQ and the UN to manage data collaboration at scale. Atlan has raised over $200 million and grown revenue 7x in the last two years. In this episode of World of DaaS, Prukalpa and Auren discuss: AI native company transformations Context as the f…

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125. Aggression in Dogs with Suzanne Clothier (Archived from the AiD Conference 2022) 51:43

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Send us a text Episode 1 of Series 14: Dog's Days of Summer! This episode was archived from the Aggression in Dogs Conference 2022 In this first episode, Marika Bell revisits her conversation with Suzanne Clothier from the Aggression in Dogs Conference 2022, focusing on the individualistic approach to dog training and the deep connections between h…

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Week in Tech: Hot Maps and AI Judges 38:09

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Is betting on current events the ‘future of news’? This week in the News Roundup, Oz and Karah ask AI if their favorite restaurants are hot or not and why Gen Z is nostalgic for a world without the internet. They also discuss Wimbledon’s new AI judges and how drones are impacting beach days. Plus, we want to hear from you! If you’ve found yourself …

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The Story: Roblox and the ‘Prehistoric Era’ of Gaming w/ David Baszucki 31:21

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David Baszucki is the co-founder and CEO of Roblox, the gaming platform that’s become a digital playground for millions of kids around the world. Baszucki sits down with Oz to talk about how Roblox became one of the most beloved tech platforms for the younger generations, and why he believes gaming is still in its “prehistoric era.” They also dive …

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“Liftoff” rounds, data moats, and trust barriers: How AI is rewriting the venture capital rules with Pascal Unger 45:25

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What if venture capital is finally getting the reset it desperately needed? And what does that mean for the qualities and skills required for future founders, startup leaders, and even investors? In this episode of Poets & Thinkers, we explore the future of venture capital and startup building with Pascal Unger, managing partner at pre-seed VC firm…

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Cardlytics CEO Amit Gupta - transaction data and commerce media 29:44

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Amit Gupta is the CEO of Cardlytics (NASDAQ: CDLX), a global commerce media platform that powers rewards programs with card-linked offers and enables brands to strengthen customer loyalty. In this episode of World of DaaS, Amit and Auren discuss: How card-linked offers strengthen customer loyalty Identity resolution and retail media Cardlytics' vie…

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TechStuff Classic: The Story of the Sony Walkman 46:08

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This week, we’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes — all about the Sony Walkman. Jonathan Strickland dives into why Time named the portable device number 47 on a list of the 50 most influential gadgets of all time. How did the Walkman become a thing, and what influence has it had on how we experience music? See omnystudio.com/listener for pri…

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The Story: Selfhood in the Digital Age w/ Vauhini Vara 34:33

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Writer and journalist Vauhini Vara has been entangled with the tech world for most of her life — first as a kid in the Seattle suburbs and a college student in the Bay Area, and then as a reporter covering Silicon Valley for The Wall Street Journal. But it wasn’t until she turned to creative writing that Vara began to see just how deeply technology…

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Fabrice Grinda of FJ Labs - diversified portfolios, secondary sales and dinner parties 52:46

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Fabrice Grinda is the co-founder and managing partner of FJ Labs, a venture capital firm that has invested in over 1,200 startups with more than 350 exits, including early investments in Alibaba, Flexport, and Delivery Hero. He previously built and sold three companies as CEO: Aucland (one of Europe's largest auction sites), Zingy (mobile media sta…

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Trailer for Series 14: The Dog's Days of Summer 2:03

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Send us a text Join me and my guest co-host Dog trainer, Kate Lasala, from reimagine look at foundational episodes from series 1. These aren't repeats, they're focused episodes highlighting many of the ways that humans and their canine companions live and learn to thrive together. Support the show Show Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Read the Blog! (Guest profiles…

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Week in Tech: The Music Industry Strikes Back 35:49

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How can you detect AI music? This week in the News Roundup, Oz and Karah unpack the music industry's scramble to build tech that labels AI-generated tracks. And the MIT study that took the internet by storm. On TechSupport, Politico’s Maggie Miller explains how the conflict between Iran and Israel was fought in cyberspace. See omnystudio.com/listen…

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The Story: Big Tech, Small Town w/ Yasmin Green 37:53

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When Yasmin Green joined Google almost two decades ago, she knew she wanted to focus on the complex problems facing humanity in a technological world – from violent extremism to political censorship. As the CEO of Jigsaw, a unit within Google that’s dedicated to understanding global challenges and applying technological solutions, she’s been able t…

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The Dark Side of Empathy: On AI “Soul Gaps”, emotional commons, and the responsibility to develop humane technologies with Michael Ventura 38:48

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What if the very technology that promises to make us more efficient is actually creating “soul gaps” – spaces where human understanding and meaning simply cannot be replicated? In this deeply insightful episode of Poets and Thinkers, we explore the future of humanistic leadership with Michael Ventura, founder of SubRosa, author of “Applied Empathy,…

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Rabbi David Wolpe - AI, faith, and the future of human connection 37:54

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Rabbi David Wolpe is the emeritus rabbi of Sinai Temple in Los Angeles, one of the largest synagogues in the United States. He is a bestselling author of eight books on faith and spirituality and has been named one of the most influential rabbis in America. In this episode of World of DaaS, David and Auren discuss: AI rabbis and digital therapy Lab…

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Week in Tech: There's No Place Like AI 32:20

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What does Google Search sound like? This week in the News Roundup, Oz explores Google’s new AI-generated audio summaries — and why a simple question like “what’s two plus two?” triggered a two-minute podcast. Then, Wikipedia tried its own AI experiment and faced backlash from editors. On TechSupport, Semafor’s Reed Albergotti recasts Big Tech as ch…

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TechSupport: The Two Sides of Biometric Data w/ Adam Clark Estes 26:44

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Adam Clark Estes is a senior technology correspondent at Vox and the author of the User Friendly newsletter. Estes sits down with Oz to discuss Amazon’s expanding use of palm scanners and what that might mean for the future of healthcare and our biometric data. They also dive into Estes’ months-long experiment of trying about a dozen health tracker…

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124. What Can a Matriarchal Society Teach Us About Sex and Compassion? A Bonobo Perspective with Dr. Lori Gruen (S13) 1:00:34

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Send us a text Episode 8 of the series: Sex and Animals Transcript Dr. Lori Gruen, a philosopher and scholar in animal studies. Join us as to unpack what these primates can teach us about power, intimacy, and societal structures. Guest: Lori Gruen is the William Griffin Professor of Philosophy and Professor of Feminist, Gender, and Sexuality Studie…

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Week in Tech: AI’s Problem Solving Problem 30:16

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What’s inside AI’s black box? This week in the News Roundup, Oz unpacks the uncomfortable truth that even the people building today’s AI models often can’t explain how they work — or why they behave the way they do. But that hasn’t stopped tech companies from pushing colleges and universities to embrace chatbots. On TechSupport, 404 Media’s Jason K…

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The Story: Are the US and China in a Tech War? w/ Jake Sullivan 43:16

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When the Biden administration announced the CHIPS and Science Act back in 2022, it was seen as a pivotal move to boost the US semiconductor industry and maintain America’s leadership in AI development. But the legislation was just one piece of a broader, multi-year strategy to counter China’s AI ambitions — and leading the way was Jake Sullivan, fo…

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Rewriting All Layers Of The Stack – Leading with agency when everyone is uncomfortable with Meg Bear 41:35

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What if the discomfort leaders feel right now, at the beginning of the AI age, isn’t a problem to solve, but the exact place where transformation happens? In this episode of Poets & Thinkers, we explore the future of organizational leadership and human potential with Meg Bear, a seasoned tech executive turned “future inventor” who brings a unique p…

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Superpower Founder Max Marchione - billionaire health protocols and the future of medicine 53:47

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Max Marchione is the founder and President of Superpower, a digital healthcare platform that recently raised a $30 million Series A to make preventative and personalized medicine accessible to consumers. In this episode of World of DaaS, Max and Auren discuss: Billionaire-level health protocols and testing Why AI will replace expensive doctors Pept…

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Week in Tech: Nintendo Thinks Sideways 42:56

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Did search just get worse? This week in the News Roundup, Oz and Karah discuss how AI is reshaping search engines — for better or worse — and uncover a surprising downside of vibe coding. On TechSupport, journalist and kill switch host Dexter Thomas unpacks the murky early days of Nintendo and the unlikely figure who transformed it into the family-…

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New from Stability AI: Automated Music Engine 7:52

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Learn how musicians and creators can leverage this new model for innovation. Understand the tech behind Stability AI’s leap into sonic creativity. We break down the capabilities and creative potential of the model. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: https://…

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Inside Amazon’s AI-Powered Worker 11:00

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Learn how AI-driven robotics are changing operations and logistics. We analyze the role of AI in transforming warehouse and retail infrastructure. Hear insights into the tech behind Amazon’s latest robotic advancement. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: http…

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The Story: From Woolly Mice to De-Extinction w/ Ben Lamm 28:38

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Ben Lamm is an entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of Colossal Biosciences. That's the genetic engineering company making headlines for its bold mission – bringing extinct species back to life. From dire wolf pups to woolly mice, Colossal’s breakthroughs have sparked awe and controversy. Lamm sits down with Oz to unpack the science behind de-extin…

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Billion-Dollar Bet: Neon Acquisition 9:25

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Understand the strategic vision that drove Databricks to acquire Neon. Understand the strategic vision that drove Databricks to acquire Neon. We break down how this move reshapes the market for AI-ready data platforms. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: http…

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GPT-4.1 Launches in ChatGPT: CodeMath Capabilities 10:16

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Learn how developers and students are using GPT-4.1 for technical problem solving. This podcast unpacks the technical edge GPT-4.1 adds to ChatGPT. Understand how this update boosts productivity and accuracy in complex tasks. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Communit…

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Middle East Moves with Royal-Led Tech Launch 8:25

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We analyze the global implications of this Middle Eastern AI startup. We explore the Saudi Crown Prince’s bold entrance into the AI industry. Hear how this move aligns with Vision 2030 and Saudi innovation goals. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: https://ww…

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Crunchbase CEO Jager McConnell - predicting acquisitions, value of data, AI 52:21

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Jager McConnell is the CEO of Crunchbase, a leading business intelligence platform for startup and investment data, serving over 80 million users. In this episode of World of DaaS, Jager and Auren discuss: The polarized venture funding landscape Why 'religion' beats 'truth' in data companies Finding defensible moats in the AI era Predicting acquisi…

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Funding the Future: Future of AI Investing 9:31

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We analyze Google's plan to accelerate innovation through targeted investments. We explore Google's latest venture into AI-focused investments. This episode covers the strategic goals behind Google’s new AI fund. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: https://ww…

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AI & Chips Policy Shift Under AI Regulation and Chip Strategy 12:50

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We unpack the policy shifts that could impact the tech and creative industries. We discuss the Trump administration’s latest moves on AI-related policies. We discuss the Trump administration’s latest moves on AI-related policies. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Comm…

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Renegotiation Drama: AI Alliance Struggle 9:04

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We unpack the tensions between Microsoft and OpenAI in their evolving partnership. Explore how internal dynamics and external pressures are reshaping their collaboration. Hear expert analysis on how this renegotiation could redefine AI alliances. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join …

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123. Are We Turning Marine Mammals into Breeding Machines? with Dr. Lori Marino (S13) 1:00:10

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Send us a text Episode 7 of the series: Sex and Animals Transcript Discover how captivity and artificial breeding programs impact these intelligent creatures' wellbeing and autonomy. Learn about the shift towards ethical practices. Guest: Lori Marino is a neuroscientist who has studied animal behavior, neuroanatomy, and intelligence for over thirty…

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The Fall of Google, the Rise of Big Tech Competitors 9:32

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Discover the reasons why companies are shifting to OpenAI solutions. Find out how OpenAI’s innovation is reshaping the competitive landscape. This podcast unpacks the major changes happening in enterprise AI preferences. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: ht…

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Why Alibaba’s ZeroSearch Might Beat Google with Next-Gen Tech 10:19

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ZeroSearch promises to deliver search capabilities at a fraction of the cost. Is ZeroSearch the next big thing in online discovery? Find out in this episode. We investigate what ZeroSearch means for the future of tech competition. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Com…

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Utilizing OpenAI for International Financial Strategies 8:03

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Learn how artificial intelligence is influencing global fundraising efforts. This episode uncovers the role of AI in economic development and international finance. Discover innovative ways nations are integrating OpenAI to gain governmental support. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer J…

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Amazon Showcases Emotional Robot and Machine Learning Coder 9:23

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Amazon steps forward in affective computing with a robot that can feel. An autonomous AI coder rounds out this major release. It shows how AI is bridging technical skill and emotional intelligence. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aih…

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Anthropic Rivals Google with Modern Smart Search Utility 8:04

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Anthropic introduces a bold alternative to traditional search engines. It uses deep learning to optimize search performance. The implications for the tech industry are significant. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about…

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Join the AI Box Beta Playground — Live Now 9:56

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Join the AI Box Beta Playground — Live Now. This marks a major milestone in our journey to deliver interactive AI experiences. Test out new features and give us your feedback as we build together. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihu…

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Claude Is Now Your Workflow Companion Thanks to App Support 10:40

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Claude Is Now Your Workflow Companion Thanks to App Support. This new functionality brings automation and transactions into chat. Claude’s expanded integration means more powerful workflows. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/a…