Kevin Smith

Timestamps: 1:44 - Falling in love with machine learning 15:03 - Developing a prototype at HackZurich 23:05 - Podcasts as the world’s largest knowledge base 40:43 - Doing B2C in Switzerland 49:15 - Benefiting from the Swiss startup mafia About Kevin Smith: Kevin Smith is the co-founder and CEO at Snipd, an AI-powered podcast player built to unlock the knowledge in the podcasts you listen to. Originally from England and Germany, Kevin came to Zurich to get his MA from ETH in Quantitative Finance. After a time working for banks like Julius Baier and UBS, Kevin decided to join the startup Contovista, where he worked up to becoming head of analytics and AI. In 2020, he decided to put his love for machine learning to good use and participated in Hackzurich together with his ETH friend Ferdinand Langnickel, at a time when a breakthrough in self-supervised learning had just happened. Having originally planned to create a prototype around the topic of meeting notes, they eventually pivoted to podcasts, and ended up winning that year’s Hackzurich. In 2021, Kevin, Ferdinand and third co-founder Mikel Corcuera Lejarreta created Snipd. The problem Snipd solves is pretty intuitive: the audio medium is great for both consuming and producing content, but not so much for interacting with it, i.e., for storing it and consulting it. It’s pretty hard to skim through a 2h podcast episode to find what you’re looking for. Through its AI algorithm, Snipd allows you to do just that: when you’re using their podcast player, whenever you listen to something which particularly interests you, you press a button in the app or you triple click your headphones, and then AI will analyze the content you just selected to determine the appropriate start and end point, provide a transcript, a summary and a title. Snipd also provides you with automatic chapters (with titles and summaries) for each podcast episode. By providing this service, Snipd is able to collect data about which podcast moments are interesting to each user, and this data will soon allow them to make predictions on what each specific user may be interested in listening to. Memorable Quotes: "I’ve come to the realization that creating things is something which fundamentally makes humans happy." "Something you should ask yourself before you start a startup is: Can you see yourself working on this for 10 years?" Don’t forget to give us a follow on our Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and Linkedin accounts, so you can always stay up to date with our latest   initiatives. That way, there’s no excuse for missing out on live shows,   weekly give-aways or founders dinners!

Kevin Smith joins the hosts to dissect insights in Die Hard, from Bruce Willis' wine commercials to spatial perfection. They pay tribute to careers cut short and reveal the Shakespeare influence on McTiernan. Heist setup, character dynamics, and the impact of a catchphrase are analyzed with enthusiasm.

Filmmaker Kevin Smith, famous for his cult classics like Clerks and Dogma, shares his vibrant Hollywood memories. He dives into the evolution of film editing and the significance of kindness in friendships. The discussion also touches on the absurdity of filmmaking experiences and reflects on the cultural impact of jorts and 90s fashion. Smith humorously critiques the divisive film 'Amelia Perez,' while offering a nostalgic look at his early days in the industry. Expect laughter and heartfelt insights on creativity and public perception!

Kevin Smith, Gründer von Snipd, spricht über die revolutionären Möglichkeiten von Podcast-Apps. Er erklärt, wie seine App es Nutzern ermöglicht, interessante Momente aus Podcasts zu speichern und personalisierte Lernerfahrungen zu schaffen. Smith teilt seine Reise in die Startup-Welt und die Herausforderungen bei der Gründung. Außerdem wird die Rolle von Künstlicher Intelligenz in der Podcast-Industrie diskutiert, um innovative Lösungen voranzutreiben. Inspirierende Podcasts und deren Einfluss auf das Unternehmertum werden ebenfalls thematisiert.

Kevin Smith, the iconic director behind classics like 'Clerks' and 'Dogma,' takes a nostalgic trip down memory lane. He candidly shares his evolving relationship with faith, shaped by childhood experiences and filmmaking. Expect laugh-out-loud stories about the casting of notable actors, including the challenges of portraying divine humor. Smith also reflects on the impact of 'Dogma' and the excitement of potential sequels while offering intriguing insights into his creative process and the trials of Hollywood, complete with memorable anecdotes.

Kevin Smith, CEO and co-founder of Snipd, discusses the future of AI in podcasting and the features of Snipd, an AI-powered podcast player. They also talk about certification and compliance with podcast measurement guidelines, trends in podcasting, and upcoming podcast events. Additionally, they touch on podcast app support, advertising in London, New Year's Eve traditions in Iceland, and TV programming in Denmark.

Filmmaker Kevin Smith joins the podcast to talk about his favorite film 'A Simple Plan' and pay tribute to the late producer Jim Jacks. They discuss Sam Raimi's directing style, Billy Bob Thornton's acting, and what they would do if they found a stash of money in the woods. The podcast also explores Jim Jacks' role in bringing indie filmmakers to the mainstream, the impact of 'Evil Dead 2', and the unique energy and discomfort of 'A Simple Plan'.

Kevin Smith, renowned director and actor, opens up about his journey through mental health and personal fulfillment after a recent treatment stay. He shares his struggles with validation and the importance of vulnerability in art. The discussion includes nostalgic moments about his experiences in the film industry, smoking with Seth Rogen, and his love for Quentin Tarantino's work. Smith highlights how community support shaped his recovery and reflects on balancing creativity and self-worth while navigating public scrutiny.

Kevin Smith, acclaimed filmmaker known for classics like Clerks and his latest film, The 4:30 Movie, joins Theo Von for a lively chat. They delve into Smith's filmmaking journey and the comedic evolution of podcasting, sharing hilarious anecdotes and insights. Smith reflects on life after a heart attack, emphasizing the importance of authenticity in storytelling. The conversation also touches on navigating the indie film landscape and personal growth, all wrapped in light-hearted banter that highlights the joys and challenges of creativity.

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