The Best One Yet 🐻❄️ “Artificial Santa” — Coca-Cola’s AI holiday ad. Axon’s bipartisan tasers. Beta’s e-airplane IPO. +Line-Waiting Biz
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Nov 5, 2025 Dive into the intriguing world of AI with Coca-Cola’s holiday commercial and Oreo’s digital advertising push. Explore Axon’s bipartisan mission to reduce police-related deaths through innovative taser technology. Discover Beta’s electric airplanes and its smart charging cubes set to revolutionize airports. Plus, uncover the quirky rise of professional line standers—meet the Line Dudes, ready to save you time! This mix of tech, business, and a sprinkle of mystery makes for a captivating listen!
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Monetize Waiting Time
- Consider monetizing idle time by offering services like professional line waiting for in‑demand events.
- Charge premiums for weather, urgency, and special access since people will pay to avoid waiting.
Airbnb Hosting Led To A Personal Connection
- Nick shared a personal Airbnb hosting story about a 75-year-old Michigan professor booking his place.
- He used it to illustrate the human connections and extra income hosting can bring.
Public Likes AI Ads More Than Press
- Coca-Cola and Mondelez are deploying AI to produce holiday ads and claim major cost and time savings.
- Public data shows consumers liked the AI ads despite negative press and industry backlash.