

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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Jul 23, 2025 • 1h 36min
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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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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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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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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May 7, 2025 • 57min
Ed Zitron: Silicon Valley's Empty Promises and Billion-Dollar Blunders
In a candid discussion, Ed Zitron, a PR expert and outspoken commentator on the tech industry, shares his thoughts on the 'ROT economy'—a term he uses to describe the tech sector's obsession with growth over innovation. He critiques OpenAI's shaky business model and questions the sincerity behind celebrity-driven STEM initiatives. Zitron emphasizes the need for a tech industry that values employees and customers rather than just shareholders, advocating for a return to authentic innovation and integrity.