Best Lab 76 Podcasts (2025)

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Generative Video Meets Deep Think at Google I/O & Claude 4 Finds Its Voice | 85 58:49

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Send us a text In this electric episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias unpack the latest AI announcements from Google IO and the highly anticipated Claude 4 release from Anthropic. They explore what Google's Deep Think means for AI reasoning, debate the creative and ethical implications of video generation tools like Veo 3 and …

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Ep 79 What Having a Baby Taught Me About Dog Training 21:48

1h ago21:48

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Welcoming a baby into your home is a huge transition, and if you’ve got dogs, it can add a whole new layer of complexity. This episode pulls back the curtain on what it’s REALLY like to live through that change, not just plan for it. From what worked exactly as expected to what caught us completely off guard, there’s plenty we learned from the expe…

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76 | 6 Tools Under $100 for Hormone Balance + Perimenopause Weight Loss 19:23

5h ago19:23

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Do You Know What’s Driving Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz Have you ever bought the same supplement twice because you forgot you already tried it? 👀 🙋🏼‍♀️Yeah, been there, got the T-shirt… AND the magnesium spray… AND the …

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Breaking Math with Google’s AlphaEvolve | 84 49:20

7d ago49:20

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Send us a text This week, Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias dive deep into Google's groundbreaking AI breakthrough—AlphaEvolve. In their first-ever single-topic episode, the duo unpacks why this agent’s ability to autonomously invent and refine algorithms marks a pivotal moment in AI history. From shattering a 56-year-old math record to its potent…

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Ep 78 The Real Secret to Calming Your High-Energy Dog & You’ve Got My Attention! 15:40

6d ago15:40

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If you’ve ever felt like your dog has a rocket booster attached to their tail, this episode is for you! We’re jumping back into the world of high-energy, over-the-top, can’t-sit-still dogs. You know the ones: they seem to think everything should happen at hyper speed. The ones that bounce off the walls, want to walk faster (or better yet, run!), wh…

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75 | Trying to Lose Weight in Perimenopause? What to Know Before Intermittent Fasting 20:25

7d ago20:25

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Still Not Sure What’s Behind Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz Skipping breakfast? Swigging coffee ‘til noon and calling it “intermittent fasting”? You’re not alone….But that strategy? It might be backfiring. In fact, if you…

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Snooze to Win: Why Digital Naptime Is AI’s Most Productive Hour | 83 54:11

14d ago54:11

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Send us a text This week on Sidecar Sync, Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias dive deep into two cutting-edge developments in the AI world. First up is the mind-bending concept of "sleep time compute"—how LLMs might learn and improve during their downtime, transforming into smarter, faster assistants overnight. Then, the duo breaks down OpenAI's $3 …

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Ep 77 Why Is My Dog Barking at the TV? (And What You Can Do About It) & Too Close for Comfort 15:16

14d ago15:16

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Have you ever felt like your dog has a personal vendetta against the TV? You’re not alone! In this episode, we’re diving into a listener's question about a dog who just can’t stop barking at animals on the screen. It’s a surprisingly common problem with surprisingly few answers online, and it often leaves owners feeling stuck and overwhelmed (possi…

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74 | Are You Eating Enough? 3 Ways Eating Less Backfires in Perimenopause 19:03

14d ago19:03

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Still Not Sure What’s Behind Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz You’re eating like a bird, but still can’t button your jeans.:< If skipping snacks, counting macros, or cutting carbs is supposed to help us lose weight…why does…

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Getting Your Board on Board with AI | 82 53:40

21d ago53:40

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Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias take on one of the most pivotal—and often overlooked—challenges in association innovation: getting your board on board with AI. Drawing from Amith's personal boardroom experience and Mallory’s deep dive into board psychology, they break down how to navigate internal …

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Ep 76 The Smart Way to Train in a Multi-Dog Household & Woody’s Song 15:01

21d ago15:01

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Managing a multi-dog household can feel like juggling with one hand tied behind your back, especially when it comes to training. How does it even work and what are the steps? You’ve probably heard that working with your dogs one at a time is the way to go, but what does that actually look like in real life? What if your dogs struggle being apart, o…

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73 | Can’t Lose Weight? The Truth About GLP-1 for Weight Loss in Perimenopause & Beyond 20:58

21d ago20:58

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Still Not Sure What’s Behind Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz Weight won’t budge? Want to lose 10 (or 20) pounds before summer so you can feel good in your skin again—and without hiding under a caftan. 👀 Enter wonder drug G…

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Fargo vs. Klarna & The Rise of Reasoning Models | 81 47:49

28d ago47:49

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Send us a text This week on Sidecar Sync, Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias explore Wells Fargo’s virtual assistant “Fargo” and how it stacks up against Klarna’s AI tool from a year ago. With 250 million fully automated interactions and measurable impact on customer engagement and bias reduction, Fargo offers a powerful case study in applied AI. A…

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Ep 75 Unlocking A Harness-Hating Puppy’s Superpowers for Calm, Confident Walks & She’s Got Moxie! 16:37

28d ago16:37

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Is your puppy avoiding their harness or seeming less than thrilled about going for a walk? In this episode, we’re diving into why your dog might be dodging their harness (even if nothing traumatic happened) and how to reframe things and turn their walking gear into a “superhero cape” that sparks joy, calmness and confidence, transforming your walks…

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72 | 10 Stupid Things Women Do To Mess Up Our Metabolism in Perimenopause and Menopause 18:12

28d ago18:12

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Still Not Sure What’s Behind Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz The average woman starts dieting at age 17. By the time we hit 45, we’ve dieted at least 61 times. Sixty-one. Diets. And yet somehow we’re still being told to ju…

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Getting Hands-On with MCP & Anthropic’s AI Economic Index | 80 53:43

1M ago53:43

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Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, hosts Mallory Mejias and Amith Nagarajan take a deep dive into Model Context Protocol (MCP), a revolutionary standard making it dramatically easier for AI to interact with data, tools, and systems—no code required. Mallory shares her personal setup experience with Claude for desktop, walking through a…

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Ep 74 Preparing Your Dog to Welcome a (Skin) Baby & Windy Matilda 22:54

1M ago22:54

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A baby is on the way! But this time, it’s a skin baby, not a fur baby! In this episode, we’re diving into how to prepare your dog for this new arrival, whether it’s a long-term addition or just a tiny visitor. From unpredictable sounds to strange new objects, babies bring a whole lot of novelty into a dog’s world. We talk about practical, low-stres…

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71 | Ask AI: 5 Things ChatGPT Can't Tell You About Balancing Hormones in Perimenopause and Menopause 16:51

1M ago16:51

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Still Not Sure What’s Behind Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz The average woman spends six years searching for relief from hormone symptoms. AI can’t speed that up. Sure, it can plan your vacation, rewrite your resume, and …

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Ian Andrews Talks Groq’s Fast, Smart AI Inference Tech | 79 57:07

1M ago57:07

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Send us a text In this special episode of Sidecar Sync, we dive into the future of AI infrastructure with Ian Andrews, Chief Revenue Officer at Groq (that’s Groq with a Q!). Ian shares the story behind Groq’s rise, how their LPU chip challenges Nvidia’s dominance, and why fast, low-cost, high-quality inference is about to unlock entirely new catego…

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Ep 73 The Secret Link Between Allergies and Dog Behaviour & It’s a Lab Thing 17:48

1M ago17:48

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Is your dog a little itchier than usual this time of year? Or maybe on and off all year round? In this episode, we’re diving into the world of allergies and the subtle ways they might be affecting your dog’s behaviour – even if you’ve never thought of them as an “allergic dog”. From a vet’s perspective, we explore how low-level itchiness can spill …

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70 | Are You Guilty Of This?: The Daily Habit Hijacking Your Hormones In Perimenopause And Menopause 18:43

1M ago18:43

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Still Not Sure What’s Behind Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz Become a Podcast Insider + Subscribe to The Hot Flash–Weekly hormone hacks, recipes, and lifestyle tips—no spam, no fluff, just science (with snacks:.): https://…

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Cartoon Avatars, Talking Robots, and AI That Draws | 78 45:08

2M ago45:08

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Send us a text In this vibrant and forward-thinking episode of Sidecar Sync, Mallory and Amith dive into the fun side of AI—exploring OpenAI’s new GPT-4o image generation capabilities, Hedra’s cartoon animation tech, and the jaw-dropping robotics work between Nvidia, Google DeepMind, and Disney. You’ll hear about Mallory’s creation of cartoon avata…

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Ep 72 Fixing That On-Lead, Off-Lead Split Personality & He’s Never Done That Before… 18:32

2M ago18:32

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Does your dog behave one way on lead and a totally different way off lead? This is a super common behaviour, and in this episode, we’ll be diving into why this happens and what you can do about it. We’re getting really practical and giving you clever ways to blur the lines between “on lead” and “off lead” so your dog starts to make the same awesome…

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69 | Am I Depressed…Or Is It My Hormones? 3 Questions To Ask Before Taking An SSRI in Perimenopause Or Menopause 20:44

2M ago20:44

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✨ Take the First Step To Balance Your Hormones Naturally With My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz You’re not crying in traffic because you’re crazy. You’re not snapping at your family because you’re unstable. You’re just living in a body that’s shifting—and no one explained what that would feel like. Let’s b…

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Intel Bets Big on Chips Again as Meta Drops Llama 4 | 77 52:08

2M ago52:08

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Send us a text In this thought-provoking episode of Sidecar Sync, Mallory and Amith dig into the fascinating world of semiconductors and how a historic joint venture between Intel and TSMC is reshaping the global tech landscape. They explore the underlying tensions between vertically integrated business models and specialization — a conversation th…

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Ep 71 When Walks Go Flat, Dealing with The Pancake Dog & Mitten Games 22:04

2M ago22:04

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Have you ever been on a walk where your dog decides to stop dead in their tracks, refusing to move? They might also lie down and flatten themselves on the ground making it even harder to move them on without dragging them across the pavement (or sidewalk for the Americans). We call this “pancaking”! In this episode, you’ll be introduced to the “pan…

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68 | Your 3pm Crash Isn’t Normal—It’s Hormonal: What’s REALLY Zapping Your Energy In Perimenopause and Menopause? 17:05

2M ago17:05

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✨ Take the First Step To Balance Your Hormones With My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz Dragging by 3pm—even after a “clean” lunch and your second coffee? It’s not your schedule. Or your age. Or even those 10 pounds that won’t budge. It’s your hormones. Even if your doctor says everything looks “normal,” tha…

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AI Innovations from Gemini and DeepSeek to Break Your Brain | 76 47:57

2M ago47:57

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Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory dive deep into two major AI model releases—Google’s Gemini 2.5 Pro and DeepSeek’s V3—and explore how they’re reshaping the landscape of artificial intelligence. They discuss the technical breakthroughs, from million-token context windows to open-source innovations, and what it all me…

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Ep 70 THIS Is Why Your Dog Training Hasn’t Worked & The Christmas of Nightmares 14:28

2M ago14:28

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Why hasn’t the training you’ve done in the past worked for your dog? Is your dog still barking and lunging? Pulling on lead? Jumping at your guests? Stealing your socks? Are they still anxious, over-excited, crazy and a complete handful? The answer is simpler than you think! In this episode, we’ll be breaking down why this happens, how your dog act…

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67 | Wait—Could THIS Be What's Holding You Back? 4 Reasons You’re (Still) Living With Hormone Imbalance in Perimenopause & Menopause 16:42

2M ago16:42

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✨ Take the First Step To Balance Your Hormones With My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz What if the reason you’re still struggling to balance your hormones has nothing to do with what you’re doing… and everything to do with what you’re thinking? Here’s the thing: our brains are wired to keep us safe. (You kn…

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AI-Enhanced Member Services: Turning Strategy Into Action | 75 40:29

2M ago40:29

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Send us a text In this milestone 75th episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory return for part two of their deep dive into AI-enhanced member services. This second installment of AI-Enhanced Member Services shifts from ideas to action. Amith and Mallory focus on the infrastructure, mindset, and change management strategies needed to implement AI …

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Ep 69 Can Boundaries Actually Solve Your Dog’s Struggles at Home? & Stinky Socks 18:29

2M ago18:29

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If you have dogs zooming around the house, jumping on guests, launching off at every sound or creating chaos with your other dogs, you might be amazed to hear that something as simple as their bed could be your ticket to a calmer home! In this episode, we’re diving into the magic of boundaries – what they are, why they matter and how they can trans…

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66 | Your Health Insurance Won’t Fix This: The REAL Cost of Perimenopause & Menopause 20:13

2M ago20:13

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✨ Take the First Step To Balance Your Hormones With My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment!: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz You’ve done everything right…scheduled a visit with your doctor, got some lab work done, maybe even filled a prescription (or two.)... So why do you feel like you're slowly dying inside while pretending everything’s fine…

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Manus AI Tackles Complex Tasks While Sesame AI Sounds a Little More Human | 74 53:08

3M ago53:08

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Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory discuss the Manus AI Agent, a groundbreaking system that autonomously handles complex tasks like resume screening and real estate searches. They also explore the evolution of conversational AI with Sesame AI, which enhances digital interactions through natural speech. Amith shares in…

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Ep 68 The Two Biggest Dog Training Mistakes (Part 2 of 2) & A Hat-Trick 19:59

3M ago19:59

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Ever feel like your dog is glued to you 24/7 – following you everywhere (even the toilet!), demanding attention or struggling when you leave? It turns out that this could be due to another dog training mistake we might be making! In Part 2 of our special double feature, we’re breaking down why so many dogs have a hard time settling and staying calm…

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65 | It’s Not You! 6 Surprising Reasons Hormone Balancing Programs Fail in Perimenopause & Menopause 32:04

3M ago32:04

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What’s Going On With Your Hormones? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment and Find Out!: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz Master Your Midlife Hormones In 90 Days. Apply To Work With Me: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow Does it ever feel like you’re the only one still struggling to figure out your hormones? Trust me—you’re not alone. Up to 85% of w…

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AI-Enhanced Member Services: What You Need to Know | 73 1:05:16

3M ago1:05:16

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Send us a text In this first installment of a special two-part episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory explore the future of AI-enhanced member services. Associations face growing pressure to provide seamless, 24/7 member support—competing with the personalized service of big brands. In Part 1, we break down key member service functions and how …

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Ep 67 The Two Biggest Dog Training Mistakes (Part 1 of 2) & An Unexpected Encounter 21:00

3M ago21:00

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Could these two really common things we do with our dogs be the very reason they struggle with listening to us, ignoring us or chase? In this episode, Part One of Two, we’re breaking down how a super common piece of advice might be shaping your dog’s choices in a big way. We’ll reveal a simple, secret skill that, once your dog understands it, makes…

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64 | No Energy to Change? Why Fixing Your Hormones Is the Key to Motivation in Perimenopause & Menopause 22:33

3M ago22:33

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Do You Have A Hormonal Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment and Find Out!: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz Balance Your Hormones Naturally In Less Than 90 Days. Apply To Work With Me: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnowbit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow Hey friend, Are you waking up exhausted, no matter how much sleep you get? Are you drooling on y…

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AI Tacos & Amazon’s Return to Office Mandate | 72 43:26

3M ago43:26

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Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, hosts Amith and Mallory explore AI’s surprising role in fast food, focusing on Byte by Yum, an AI-powered platform transforming operations at Taco Bell, KFC, and beyond. What can associations learn from Yum Brands’ AI strategy? Then, they tackle Amazon’s return-to-office policy and what it means for w…

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Ep 66 Gorse Diaries Update: The Greatest Opportunity in Dog Ownership You’ll Ever Have & The Smell 24:26

3M ago24:26

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Is there hope for your reactive dog? There’s more than that – there’s a life-changing opportunity. In this powerful episode, we’re giving you an update on Gorse’s emotional, inspiring journey. Once a dog paralysed by fear after a traumatic dog bite incident, you’ll find out about her remarkable transformation and latest adventure on the beach. If y…

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63 | 👉 THIS! My Exact 3-Step System for Balancing Your Hormones Naturally in Perimenopause & Menopause 31:19

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Do You Have A Hormonal Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment and Find Out!: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz Stop The Guesswork, Balance Your Hormones, And Feel Like “You” Again! Apply for My Program, “Master Your Midlife Hormones”: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow Hey friend, 😵‍💫 Are you waking up exhausted, no matter how much you slee…

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The Next Generation Glow-Up of Claude and Grok & Microsoft Makes the Quantum Leap | 71 59:46

3M ago59:46

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Send us a text AI is evolving at a breakneck pace, and in this episode of Sidecar Sync, hosts Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias break down the latest advancements that are pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From the game-changing hybrid reasoning capabilities of Claude 3.7 and Grok 3 to the emerging field of quantum computing, they explore…

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Ep 65 Is Your Dog’s Behaviour Struggle Actually a Hidden Health Problem? & Seaside Freedom 19:51

3M ago19:51

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Ever wondered why some dogs struggle more no matter how much training they receive? Or why some seem to regress backwards? In this episode, we’re diving into the fascinating connection between health and behaviour. Get ready to get geeky as we discover how hidden pain, allergies or gut issues could be silently contributing to your dog’s reactivity …

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62 | What Am I Missing? 4 Reasons Why What You’re Doing Isn’t Working to Balance Your Hormones in Perimenopause & Menopause 27:03

3M ago27:03

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Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment:https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz Stop The Guesswork, Fix Your Hormones, And Feel Like “You” Again! Apply to Work With Me: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow Hey friend, So you’ve read all the books. Listened to all the podcasts. Cut out dairy, sugar, caffeine, gluten—bas…

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Updates from the Paris AI Summit & Reuters’ Copyright Showdown | 70 52:54

3M ago52:54

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Send us a text This week on Sidecar Sync, we take a deep dive into the Paris AI Action Summit, exploring global AI trends, governance challenges, and key takeaways from this high-profile event. With 60 nations signing the final declaration—but the U.S. and U.K. notably opting out—what does this mean for AI’s future? We also discuss the Reuters lega…

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Ep 64 How to Give Your Dog the Best Life Ever! 11:58

4M ago11:58

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Ever wonder what it takes to REALLY make your dog’s life extraordinary? It’s more than just food, shelter and the occasional walk you learned about when you first got your dog. In this episode, we break down the secret formula for happiness and a long life for your dog – going beyond the basics to unlock their full potential. You’ll discover the py…

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61 | How Did I Get HERE? 6 Root Causes of Hormone Imbalance in Perimenopause & Menopause 29:22

4M ago29:22

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Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz Ready To Stop The Guesswork, Fix Your Hormones, And Feel Like “You” Again? Apply to work with me: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow Hey friend, Ever stopped to ask yourself… "Why are my hormones suddenly so out of control?" Like, why co…

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OpenAI’s Deep Research & the Dilemma of Jevons Paradox | 69 42:26

4M ago42:26

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Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory dive into OpenAI’s latest innovation: Deep Research. They explore how this powerful AI agent is transforming research by synthesizing vast amounts of information at unprecedented speeds. They also discuss Jevons Paradox—why technological advancements don’t always reduce resource cons…

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Ep 63 To Walk or Not To Walk? Does Exercise Help Reactive Dogs? & The Midnight Walker 17:48

4M ago17:48

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Ever feel like you’re stuck in a vicious cycle of trying to exercise your dog but only seeing their behaviour get worse? In this episode, we’re looking at a tricky behaviour case where an owner was stuck walking their reactive dog five times a day in an attempt to tire them out and was faced with this exact challenge. We’ll explore the common misco…

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