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Ed Zitron

Owner of EZPR, host of Better Offline, and author of the Where’s Your Ed At newsletter. Discusses the economics of AI and the unsustainability of the generative-AI boom.

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148 snips
Jul 23, 2025 • 1h 35min

Are AI's Economics Unsustainable? — With Ed Zitron

Ed Zitron, owner of EZPR and host of Better Offline, dives into the unsustainable nature of the generative-AI boom. He critiques OpenAI's massive burn rate and examines the financial viability of AI search technologies compared to traditional giants like Google. The conversation also tackles the soaring infrastructure costs linked to AI projects, the rise of AI companionship, and the ethical concerns surrounding it. Zitron emphasizes the urgent need for transparency and a reality check on AI's economic landscape.
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46 snips
Jul 24, 2025 • 1h 9min

Betting on AI: The Delusion Driving Big Tech

Ed Zitron, CEO of EZPR and tech newsletter writer, joins to dissect the fervor surrounding AI and its backers. They delve into the financial realities of AI companies, revealing a stark contrast to their soaring valuations. Discussion reveals skepticism about Microsoft's investments and the shaky ground of OpenAI's finances. Zitron critiques the AI hype and contrasts it with past tech bubbles, while humorously noting the absurdities in corporate cultures, like extravagant bonuses at Meta. Together, they explore if the AI rush is a genuine revolution or just a bubble waiting to burst.
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31 snips
Jul 11, 2025 • 50min

Inside the Artificial Intelligence Hype Cycle. And How AI is Making Music

Ed Zitron, tech industry commentator and host of the Better Offline podcast, discusses the AI hype cycle and its overblown narratives, particularly in the context of the U.S.-China tech race. Mark Henry Phillips, a composer and former producer, shares his insights on the existential threat AI poses to musicians, exploring the implications of AI-generated music. Their conversation raises questions about creativity, job security, and the potential for AI to reshape the music industry as it imitates human artistry.
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Aug 15, 2025 • 56min

Ed Zitron Hater’s Guide to Generative AI

Join Ed Zitron, a sharp tech industry commentator and writer of the Better Off Ed newsletter, as he presents a skeptical view of the generative AI boom. He delves into whether the hype around AI is legit or just a bubble, critiquing media narratives and the shaky economics behind it. Discussing the challenges faced by AI companies and the misleading appearances of popularity, he raises concerns about sustainability and long-term viability. The conversation also touches on the controversial nonprofit-to-profit transition of OpenAI and the broader investment landscape.
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Jul 21, 2025 • 24min

What is AGI, and will it harm humanity?

Ed Zitron, host of Better Offline, and Max Tegmark, MIT professor and Future of Life Institute president, dive into the revolutionary concept of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). They explore the complexities of AGI, assessing whether we are close to creating machines with human-like consciousness. The conversation raises ethical concerns about the potential risks of sentient AI and critiques the current hype surrounding its development. They emphasize the urgent need for robust regulations to safeguard humanity from the unintended consequences of advanced AI technologies.

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