The Vergecast

AI Drake, AI friends, AI everything

Apr 21, 2023

Charlie Harding, host of the music podcast 'Switched on Pop,' and Alex Heath, deputy editor at The Verge, dive into the world of AI-generated music. They explore the phenomenon of 'AI Drake' and the implications for authenticity in music. The duo humorously critiques the blending of pop culture and tech, including a quirky mention of a 'laser bong.' Alex updates listeners on Snapchat's new AI features and the broader challenges facing social media. They tackle copyright dilemmas in the age of AI, making for a lively discussion on the future of creativity.

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Episode guests

Alex Heath

Charlie Harding

AI Chapters

Episode notes

Intro

2min

AI and the Future of Music

11min

The Intersection of Music, Gadgets, and AI Creativity

2min

AI Meets Music: A Playful Exploration

16min

Navigating Content Rights and AI in Music

5min

The Buzz About AI in Music and the Quirkiness of Laser Bongs

2min

Innovative Strategies in Social Media

6min

Navigating AI Innovations in Social Media

16min

Data Ownership in the AI Age

6min

10.

Contrasting Innovations: OpenAI vs. Google

2min

11.

Nostalgia, Innovation, and Changing Landscapes

13min

12.

Whimsical Reflections on Quirky Technology and Content Creation

3min

Today, things got a little loose in the studio of The Vergecast. Switched on Pop's Charlie Harding joins Nilay Patel, Alex Cranz, and David Pierce to make their own version of Drake's AI summer classic. We're not saying a laser bong was involved, but we're not not saying that either.

Then deputy editor Alex Heath stops by to tell us about Snaps latest announcements and give us an update on the latest round of layoffs at Meta.

Finally, a lightning round with all the big headlines in tech from this week.