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Bilal Zaidi, Jack Butcher, Trung Phan
Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Let us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 10, 2024 • 1h 13min
146: Trends for 2024, Stanley Cup, GLP-1, Alcohol-Free Drinks, Carta & Bill Ackman vs. BI
The podcast covers topics such as trends for 2024, Bill Ackman's controversy with Business Insider, GLP-1 drugs for weight loss, Stanley's high-tech tumblers, and the power of social media and Twitter's influence.

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Jan 3, 2024 • 1h 17min
145: Bitcoin ETF, Mickey Mouse Copyright, Luxury Beliefs & NYT vs. OpenAI
The podcast covers diverse topics including the Bitcoin ETF, Mickey Mouse copyright, luxury beliefs, and the lawsuit between NYT and OpenAI.

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Dec 27, 2023 • 55min
144: 2023 Review - Biggest Win/Loss & Person, Company, Show, Song & Meme of the Year
The NIA Boys review their favorite moments, biggest wins/losses, person, company, show, song, and meme of the year. They discuss the influence of Twitter, their favorite travel spots, and TV show recommendations like 'Succession'.

Dec 20, 2023 • 1h 7min
143: AMA, Alternative Trends, AI Romance, DEI, 90s websites & top lessons from 2023
The NIA boys discuss alternative trends, AI romance, DEI, 90s websites, and top lessons from 2023. Topics include nostalgia for early internet culture, selling pixels, Shawn Paul, and AI girlfriends. They also talk about biohacking, exercise shift, and memorable lessons learned. The podcast explores parallels, wisdom, and unexpected success, as well as combining ideas for innovation and the difference between intelligence and its interface. The hosts reflect on the year, psychology of asking for help, and the importance of mutual benefit in relationships.

Dec 12, 2023 • 1h 14min
142: Art Basel, $40B Nutella Empire, Time & Taylor Swift and Ohtani’s $700m Contract
The podcast covers topics such as Art Basel, the $40B Nutella Empire, Taylor Swift's potential as Person of the Year 2023, and Shohei Ohtani's $700m Contract. They also discuss their experiences at Art Basel, explore the controversial history of Napoleon Bonaparte, and talk about teenage drinking in parks and hanging out at libraries.

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Dec 6, 2023 • 1h 34min
141: Cybertruck, Elon vs. Advertisers, Charlie Munger’s Wisdom & Henry Kissinger Legacy
Charlie Munger, an investor known for his wisdom, and Henry Kissinger, a former US Secretary of State, discuss topics such as the Cybertruck, Elon Musk's controversies with advertisers, Munger's investment strategies and life philosophy, and the complex legacy of Henry Kissinger.

Nov 29, 2023 • 1h 13min
140: UAE Breakdown, OpenAI Winners & Losers and Binance $4B Fine
The podcast discusses topics such as the UAE breakdown, OpenAI winners and losers, and Binance's $4B fine. They also share personal experiences in the UAE, talk about OpenAI's Qstar breakthrough and concerns about commercialization, explore Binance's trading volume and future outlook, and express gratitude to their listeners.

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Nov 22, 2023 • 1h 37min
139: OpenAI vs. Sam Altman, OpenAI history, AGI, Satya/Microsoft and Jack’s collab with Red Bull
Sam Altman, former president of Y Combinator, discusses OpenAI's history, AGI debate, Satya/Microsoft collaboration, and Jack's collaboration with Red Bull. They dive into the aftermath of Altman's firing, consequences of AGI development, Microsoft's approach to open source, messy nature of outlier results, and their collaboration with Red Bull Racing. They also share their experiences in the agency world and plans for Thanksgiving.

Nov 15, 2023 • 1h 17min
138: Humane AI Pin, Steve Jobs Best Keynotes, MrBeast Water & What’s Wrong With Marvel?
The podcast discusses topics such as Humane AI Pin, Steve Jobs Best Keynotes, MrBeast Water, and What’s Wrong With Marvel. They also touch on Apple's AI efforts, upcoming launches, and the challenges and controversies faced by Marvel. The hosts explore various tech innovations, debate the future of wearables and AI, and address issues of government spending accountability and diversity in the entertainment industry.

Nov 8, 2023 • 1h 33min
137: OpenAI Dev Day, GPT Agents, Grok & The SBF/FTX Case
Rishi Sunak & Elon Musk discuss OpenAI Dev Day, GPT Agents, Grok, and the SBF/FTX Case. They explore the impact of GPT models on startups, the Americanization of politics, and recent fraud charges in the crypto community.