TLDR How Duolingo Fixed AI
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Nov 27, 2024 
Elamin Abdelmahmoud, a culture writer and author, joins the discussion. He highlights Duolingo's remarkable AI transformation, boosting user engagement and redefining language learning. The talk shifts to Canada Post's financial struggles, weighing its public service role against profitability. Lastly, they dissect the indie film 'Anora,' celebrating its unique release strategy that fosters community buzz and the evolving landscape of movie distribution amidst streaming's rise.
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Canada Post's Conflicting Mandate
- Canada Post must deliver mail to all Canadians, regardless of location.
- However, it operates as a for-profit corporation, creating financial challenges.
Canada Post Financial Troubles
- Canada Post lost $3 billion in six years and could run out of cash by next year.
- Postal workers are striking over wages and changing roles.
Shifting Mail Trends
- Letter mail volume peaked in 2006 and has declined significantly since then.
- Package deliveries, where Canada Post faces competition, have increased.
