Best How To Be A Llama Podcasts (2025)

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Age-Gating the Internet + Cloudflare Takes On A.I. Scrapers + HatGPT 1:11:32

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This week, we look at the fallout from a sweeping internet age-verification law that went into effect in Britain. We explain why age restrictions are suddenly popping up all over the internet — and how some might create more problems than they solve. Then Matthew Prince, chief executive of Cloudflare, returns to the show to discuss his company’s ne…

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Mastering AI Prompts: Insider Tips for Unleashing Powerful Results 3:21

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[Intro music fades in] Hey there, misfits! It's Mal, your accidentally competent AI guide, back with another episode of "Misadventures in Machine Learning." Today, we're diving into the world of prompting techniques, practical use cases, and beginner blunders. Buckle up, because it's going to be a wild ride! First things first, let's talk about pro…

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Unlock AI Magic: Master Prompting Techniques for Stunning Results 2:57

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[Intro music fades in] Mal: Hey there, AI adventurers! It's Mal, your Misfit Master of AI, back with another episode of practical advice for navigating the wild world of artificial intelligence. Today, we're diving into a simple prompting technique that can take your AI conversations from mediocre to mind-blowing. Now, I know what you're thinking: …

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Goldie Hawn on Hollywood, Happiness and Mental Health 49:25

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Goldie Hawn is a Hollywood legend. And while she never set out to be a movie star, the Academy Award winning actress, producer and director has had a prolific career spanning more than five decades, with iconic roles in films like “Overboard”, “Private Benjamin” and “The First Wives Club”. And while Goldie is beloved for her work on-screen, she is …

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AI Prompting Secrets: Unlock Powerful Results with Precision and Creativity 3:21

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Hey there, it's Mal, your Misfit Master of AI, back with another episode of practical AI advice for the skeptically curious. Today, we're diving into a simple prompting technique that can make your AI interactions more effective, efficient, and dare I say, entertaining. First up, let's talk about the power of being specific in your prompts. I know,…

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Unlock AI Prompt Mastery: Transform Your Content with Precision and Personality 3:22

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[Intro music fades in] Mal: Hey there, AI enthusiasts and accidental tech wizards! It's Mal, your Misfit Master of AI, back with another episode of practical advice and self-deprecating humor. Today, we're diving into a simple prompting technique that can make your AI responses more helpful than a GPS in a corn maze. [Upbeat music transition] Mal: …

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Trump Fights ‘Woke’ A.I. + We Hear Out Our Critics 1:06:20

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On Wednesday, President Trump signed three A.I.-related executive orders, and the White House released “America’s A.I. Action Plan.” We break down what’s in them, how the federal government intends to target “political bias” in chatbot output, and whether anyone will stand up against it. Then, do we hype up A.I. too much? Are we downplaying potenti…

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Mastering AI: Insider Tips for Crafting Powerful Prompts and Transforming Your Workflow 3:01

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Hey there, Mal here - your Misfit Master of AI. Today, we're diving into some practical tips to help you navigate the wild world of AI without getting lost in the jargon jungle. First up, let's talk about prompting techniques. Now, I'll admit, when I first started, my prompts were about as clear as mud. But here's a little trick I learned: be speci…

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AI Mastery: Essential Prompting Techniques for Beginners to Level Up Your Skills 2:41

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Hey there, Mal here - your Misfit Master of AI. Today, we're diving into some practical tips to help you level up your AI game, even if you're a total beginner like I was. First up, let's talk about prompting. When I started, my prompts were a hot mess. But then I discovered the power of being specific. Instead of asking AI to "write a story," try …

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Suleika Jaouad On How to Live an Inspired Life 40:16

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Suleika Jaouad is a New York Times-bestselling author and journalist. When Jaouad was just 22-years old, she was diagnosed with leukemia, sidelining her dream of becoming a foreign correspondent. Instead, she chronicled her cancer battle in the New York Times column "Life, Interrupted", and went on to write a best-selling memoir. Jaouad opened up t…

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Mastering AI Prompts: Your Guide to Crafting Killer Content with Precision and Personality 3:17

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Hey there, AI adventurers! It's Mal, your Misfit Master of AI, back with another episode of practical AI advice served with a side of sarcasm. Today, we're diving into prompting techniques, unexpected use cases, and common mistakes that even I, the AI maestro, have made. So, grab your favorite beverage and let's get started! First up, let's talk ab…

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Unlock AI Mastery: Craft Killer Prompts That Impress Even Machines 2:46

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[Intro Music] Mal: Well, well, well, look who decided to tune in to another thrilling episode of "The Misfit Master of AI." It's your host, Mal, here to guide you through the wild world of artificial intelligence without boring you to tears with technobabble. Today, we're diving into a technique that'll make your AI prompts so good, even the machin…

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X Hits Grok Bottom + More A.I. Talent Wars + ‘Crypto Week’ 1:08:19

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This week, we tick through the many dramatic headlines surrounding xAI, including the departure of X’s chief executive, Linda Yaccarino; the Grok chatbot spewing antisemitic comments; and the A.I. companion Ani engaging in sexually explicit role-play. Then, we explain why a fight to acquire the start-up Windsurf startled many in Silicon Valley and …

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Unlock AI Prompting Secrets: Master Communication with Intelligent Systems 3:18

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[Intro music fades in] Mal: Well, well, well, if it isn't my fellow AI adventurers! It's Mal, your Misfit Master of AI, back with another installment of practical AI advice that even I managed to wrap my head around. Today, we're diving into the world of prompting techniques, use cases, and common mistakes. Buckle up, because it's going to be a wil…

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Mastering AI Prompts: Essential Techniques for Powerful Results 3:13

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Hey there, Mal here - your Misfit Master of AI. Today, we're diving into the wild world of prompting techniques, practical use cases, and common mistakes. Buckle up, it's going to be a bumpy ride! First up, let's talk about a prompting technique that can seriously up your AI game. It's called "be specific, be brief." I know, it sounds like somethin…

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Martha Beck On Anxiety and Creativity 43:44

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Martha Beck is a best-selling author, life coach, and speaker and expert in coping with anxiety. Despite decades of sociology research and coaching, Beck says she'd struggled with anxiety her entire life. She says we live in a global anxiety spiral, and turned to neuroscience to understand why, and how to move past it. Through her research, Beck fo…

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Mastering AI Prompts: Your Ultimate Guide to Crafting Compelling Digital Content 3:34

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Hey there, it's Mal, your Misfit Master of AI, back with another episode of practical AI advice for the skeptically curious. Today, we're diving into prompting techniques, unexpected use cases, and common mistakes that even I, in all my AI mastery, have made. So, grab a cup of coffee and let's get started. First up, let's talk about prompting. Now,…

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Mastering AI Prompts: Unlock the Secret to High-Quality Content Creation 3:16

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Hey there, Mal here - your Misfit Master of AI. Today, we're diving into the wild world of prompting techniques. Now, I know what you're thinking: "Mal, I thought prompting was for theater kids and stand-up comedians." Well, think again! Prompting is the secret sauce to getting AI to do your bidding. Let me give you an example. Back when I was a pr…

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Interesting Times: A Mind-Bending Conversation with Peter Thiel 1:02:23

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This week, we’re bringing you a recent interview from “Interesting Times with Ross Douthat,” one of The New York Times’s newest podcasts. In this episode, Ross sits down with Peter Thiel, the co-founder of PayPal and Palantir and one of the most contrarian thinkers in tech. Together, they unpack Thiel’s theory that we’re living through an era of te…

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Unlock AI Mastery: Practical Tips for Beginners to Level Up Your Prompt Game 2:46

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Hey there, Mal here - your Misfit Master of AI. Today, we're diving into some practical tips to help you level up your AI game, even if you're a total beginner like I was not so long ago. First up, let's talk about prompting. When I started, my prompts were a mess. I'd throw a bunch of words at the AI and hope for the best. But then I learned the p…

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Master Your AI Prompts: Unlock Powerful Content Creation Secrets 3:10

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[Intro music fades in] Mal: Well, well, well, if it isn't my fellow AI adventurers. It's Mal, your Misfit Master of AI, back with another dose of practical AI wisdom sprinkled with my signature sarcasm. Today, we're diving into the world of prompting techniques, everyday AI use cases, and common beginner blunders. Buckle up; it's going to be a wild…

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Joanna Gaines on Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Staying Grounded 39:47

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Joanna Gaines is the co-founder and designer behind the iconic Magnolia brand. She and her husband Chip made a name for themselves flipping homes in Waco, Texas and gained popularity thanks to their HGTV shows and own network. Gaines opened up to Hoda about imposter syndrome, being a working mom, and how she stays connected with her husband through…

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Unlock AI Success: Master Prompting Techniques for Better Results 3:36

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Hey there, it's Mal, your Misfit Master of AI, back with another episode to help you navigate the wild world of artificial intelligence. Today, we're diving into a simple prompting technique that can make a big difference in the quality of your AI-generated responses. Now, I know what you're thinking: "Prompting technique? Sounds like some fancy te…

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Master AI Prompting: Unlock Powerful Responses with These Expert Techniques 3:25

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[Intro music fades in] Mal: Well, well, well. If it isn't my fellow AI adventurers, ready for another thrilling episode of "Mal's Misadventures in AI Land." I'm your host, Mal, the Misfit Master of AI, here to guide you through the wild world of artificial intelligence without boring you to tears with technical jargon. Because let's face it, if I c…

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Hard Fork Live, Part 2: Patrick Collison of Stripe + Kathryn Zealand of Skip + Listener Questions 57:46

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We’re back with part two of Hard Fork Live (see last week’s episode for part one). This week, Patrick Collison, Stripe’s chief executive, joins us onstage for a wide-ranging conversation about how Silicon Valley could unleash greater progress, from building new housing to curing diseases, and why he believes prestige television is a waste of time. …

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Master AI Prompting: Unleash Your Digital Assistant's Hidden Potential 3:09

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[Intro music fades in] Mal: Hey there, misfits! It's Mal, your accidentally competent AI guide, back with another episode of practical advice and self-deprecating humor. Today, we're diving into the world of prompting techniques, use cases you might not have considered, and common mistakes to avoid. All delivered with a healthy dose of sarcasm and …

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Everything You Always Wanted to Ask About AI 28:15

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Haven’t had your A.I. question answered yet? We’re making up for it. Aleks and Kevin are in the hot seat for an episode dedicated to tackling the A.I. questions left in our inbox. With insights from experts, and questions from you the listener, they'll cover everything from AI verbal abuse and how AI is being used on our streets, to how it can help…

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Unlock AI Magic: Master Prompting with Context and Creativity 3:11

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Hey there, AI adventurers! It's Mal, your Misfit Master of AI, back with another episode of practical AI advice for the skeptically curious. Today, we're diving into a simple prompting technique that can make your AI interactions more engaging and effective. It's called "priming," and no, it's not about painting your prompts with a base coat. Primi…

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Kevin Love On His Unfinished Journey With Mental Health 56:06

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Miami Heat forward Kevin Love is a five-time NBA All-Star and advocate for mental health. He opened up about the recent, devastating loss of his father, former NBA player Stan Love, and that viral post-game hug with former teammate, Tristan Thompson. He also speaks to Hoda about his anxiety and his non profit, the Kevin Love Fund…

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Unlock AI Prompting Secrets: Expert Reveals Game-Changing Techniques for Better Results 3:36

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[Intro music fades in] Mal: Hey there, misfits! It's Mal, your accidentally competent AI guide, back with another episode of "The Misfit's Guide to AI Mastery." Today, we're diving into some practical prompting techniques that'll make your AI interactions more engaging and effective. No fancy jargon, just straight-up tips you can use right away. Fi…

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Unlock AI Prompting Secrets: Craft Precise Prompts for Superior Content Generation 3:44

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Hey there, it's Mal, your Misfit Master of AI, back with another episode of practical AI advice for the rest of us. Today, we're diving into a simple prompting technique that can make a world of difference in the responses you get from AI tools. Trust me, I wish I knew this when I first started fumbling my way through this stuff. Here's the secret:…

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Master AI: Unleash Powerful Prompts and Transform Your Content Creation 4:07

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Hey there, Mal here - your Misfit Master of AI. In today's episode, we're diving into some practical tips to help you wrangle those AI models and make them work for you, even if you're a total beginner like I was. First up, let's talk about prompting. When I started, my prompts were about as clear as mud. But then I discovered the power of being sp…

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Hard Fork Live, Part 1: Sam Altman and Brad Lightcap of OpenAI 57:04

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The first Hard Fork Live is officially in the books, and for those who couldn’t attend, we’re playing highlights from the event in this episode and the next. This week, Mayor Daniel Lurie of San Francisco makes a surprise appearance to discuss the advice he’s receiving from tech executives during the early days of his administration, as well as how…

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Is AI better than my therapist? 29:18

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As more and more of us use Ai chat bots inevitably people will start asking them about their problems. Aleks and Kevin ask if there's a risk they do more harm than good? They talk to Ryan Broderick who turned to Ai when going through a rough patch with his mental health. He's now seeing a human therapist and has a fascinating perspective on the adv…

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Tom Llamas On Honoring Your Roots and Raising Your Hand 45:21

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Tom Llamas is the anchor and managing editor of NBC Nightly News. He got his start in news at just 15 years old as an intern for Telemundo in Miami. After 30 years in the news industry, he says raising his hand for opportunities helped get him to the anchor chair. Llamas is the son of Cuban immigrants, who fled the country when they were young. Gro…

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Unlock AI Mastery: Essential Prompting Techniques for Beginners and Pros 5:17

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Hey there, Malachi here, your Misfit Master of AI, ready to drop some practical AI wisdom on you. In today's episode, we're diving into the wild world of prompting techniques, everyday AI applications, and beginner blunders. So, grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and let's get our AI journey started. First up, let's talk about a prompting techn…

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Unlock AI Mastery: Expert Prompting Techniques to Supercharge Your Digital Interactions 6:14

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Hey there, AI adventurers! It's Malachi, your Misfit Master of AI, back with another episode of "I am GPTed." Today, we're diving into some practical prompting techniques that'll make your AI interactions smoother than a freshly waxed circuit board. Let's be real and get analog here... if you're like me, you've probably found yourself staring at a …

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Trump Is Selling a Phone + The Start-Up Trying to Automate Every Job + Allison Williams Talks ‘M3GAN 2.0’ 1:03:57

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This week, President Trump’s family business announced that it was introducing a mobile phone and a cellular network. We tick through the many potential conflicts of interest this new business venture raises. Then, the co-founders of the startup Mechanize defend their efforts to automate away all jobs — starting with software engineering. And final…

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Mastering AI Prompts: Transformative Techniques for Powerful Results 4:17

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Hey there, I'm Malachi, and you're listening to "I am GPTed" - the podcast where we cut through the AI hype and get down to what actually works. Today, we're talking about prompting techniques, practical use cases, common mistakes, and how to level up your AI skills without drowning in jargon. Let's kick things off with a prompting technique that t…

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Master AI Prompting: 3 Expert Techniques to Supercharge Your Results 4:58

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Hey there, Malachi here, your Misfit Master of AI. Welcome back to another episode of "I am GPTed." Today, we're diving into some practical tips to help you level up your AI game, even if you're a total beginner like I was not too long ago. Let's kick things off with a prompting technique that can seriously improve the responses you get from AI. Wh…

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Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, AI? 29:06

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Aleks Krotoski and Kevin Fong ask if espionage is about to be revolutionised by Ai. Around the globe intelligence agencies are getting excited about the potential of Ai. Not only in what we know its good at, crunching huge amounts of data looking for patterns but also in identifying and exploiting human weakness. Who might be turned to spy for you …

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Sahil Bloom On The Five Types of Wealth 41:05

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Sahil Bloom is an author, businessman, and investor. He had a successful career in finance before a conversation with a friend changed his life forever, forcing him to rediscover the meaning of true prosperity. In his book "The 5 Types of Wealth", he writes that a fulfilling life is built around five kinds of wealth: time, social, mental, physical,…

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Mastering AI Prompts: 5 Expert Techniques to Supercharge Your Digital Interactions 4:43

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Hey there, AI adventurers! Malachi here, your Misfit Master of AI, back with another episode of "I am GPTed." Today, we're diving into some practical prompting techniques that'll make your AI interactions smoother than a freshly waxed chatbot. Let's kick things off with a prompting technique that's been a game-changer for me. When you're chatting w…

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AI Mastery: 5 Practical Tips to Transform Your Digital Workflow Without Losing Your Mind 5:34

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Hey there, Malachi here, your Misfit Master of AI, and welcome to another episode of "I am GPTed." Today, we're diving into some practical tips and tricks to help you navigate the wild world of AI without losing your mind or your sense of humor. Let's kick things off with a prompting technique that can make a real difference in the quality of your …

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Meta Bets on Scale + Apple’s A.I. Struggles + Listeners on Job Automation 1:07:27

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This week, Meta hits the reset button on A.I. But will a new research lab and a multibillion-dollar investment in Scale AI bring the company any closer to its stated goal of “superintelligence”? Then we break down Apple’s big developer conference, WWDC: What was announced, what was noticeably absent, and why Apple seems a little stuck in the past. …

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Is China getting AI right? 29:32

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When Chinese AI startup DeepSeek released their R1 model on the world it sent shockwaves through Silicon Valley. Out of nowhere was an AI that performed as well as any of big tech's products but had been built at a fraction of the cost and with a fraction of the resources. Now the dust has settled they’re asking themselves whether the driving idea …

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Former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on Leading with Compassion While Taking Action 51:53

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In this special episode of Making Space, Hoda sits down with former Prime Minister of New Zealand, Jacinda Ardern. During this inspiring and thoughtful conversation, Ardern touches on the significance of becoming the country’s youngest Prime Minister in 150 years, plus her reaction to the surprising news she was pregnant just six days after being e…

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Mastering AI Prompts: 5 Expert Techniques to Unlock Powerful Results 4:14

2M ago4:14

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Hey there, Malachi here, your Misfit Master of AI. Welcome back to another episode of "I am GPTed." Today, we're diving into some practical tips and tricks to level up your AI game. Trust me, if I can figure this stuff out, anyone can. First up, let's talk about prompting techniques. Now, I know what you're thinking - "Mal, isn't prompting just ask…

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Mastering AI Prompts: 5 Expert Techniques to Unlock Smarter Responses 5:45

2M ago5:45

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Hey there, AI adventurers! Malachi here, your Misfit Master of AI, back with another episode of "I am GPTed." Today, we're diving into some practical prompting techniques that'll make your AI interactions smoother than a freshly-polished silicon wafer. And trust me, as someone who used to think AI was just a bunch of overhyped nonsense, I know how …

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The Trump-Musk Fallout + A DOGE Coder Speaks + ChefGPT 1:06:58

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This week, Kevin and Casey discuss the sudden breakdown between President Trump and Elon Musk, whose disagreements over the policy bill before Congress quickly erupted into an all-out feud. Then, an ex-DOGE coder explains what it was really like to work inside the Trump administration’s cost-cutting arm. And finally, the former New York Times resta…