This Day in AI Podcast
Michael Sharkey, Chris Sharkey
Join Michael and Chris Sharkey, two proudly average tech enthusiasts, as they stumble through the world of artificial intelligence with all the grace of a robot learning to dance. This (sometimes weekly*) podcast delivers an hour-long conversation about their thoroughly middle-of-the-road adventures with AI.
No PhDs. No Silicon Valley insights. Just two guys with enough technical knowledge to be dangerous, sharing their unexceptional yet entertaining experiences with AI tools and technology.
Subscribe now to hear:
• Mediocre hot takes on AI developments
• Stories of AI experiments gone adequately okay
• The most average advice you'll ever need
• Two Sharkeys trying their best to sound smart about algorithms
• Childish AI prank calls that somehow fool everybody
• Attempts at using AI for phishing attacks on their mother
• "Chart-topping" AI songs according to the brothers
Join our perfectly mediocre community where being average at AI is celebrated, questions are encouraged, and learning through mistakes is our specialty. Because let's face it - most of us are figuring this out as we go along.
New episodes drop whenever we remember to record them. 🎙️
Proudly supported by Simtheory.ai
No PhDs. No Silicon Valley insights. Just two guys with enough technical knowledge to be dangerous, sharing their unexceptional yet entertaining experiences with AI tools and technology.
Subscribe now to hear:
• Mediocre hot takes on AI developments
• Stories of AI experiments gone adequately okay
• The most average advice you'll ever need
• Two Sharkeys trying their best to sound smart about algorithms
• Childish AI prank calls that somehow fool everybody
• Attempts at using AI for phishing attacks on their mother
• "Chart-topping" AI songs according to the brothers
Join our perfectly mediocre community where being average at AI is celebrated, questions are encouraged, and learning through mistakes is our specialty. Because let's face it - most of us are figuring this out as we go along.
New episodes drop whenever we remember to record them. 🎙️
Proudly supported by Simtheory.ai
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Dec 4, 2025 • 1h 3min
ChatGPT is Dying? OpenAI Code Red, DeepSeek V3.2 Threat & Why Meta Fires Non-AI Workers | EP99.27
OpenAI is in a 'Code Red' as it faces a 6% decline in market share, partially due to rising competitors like Gemini. The discussion highlights ChatGPT's struggle to integrate deeply into user lives and the pitfalls of ad monetization. DeepSeek V3.2 emerges as an impressive, cost-effective open-source alternative, presenting a serious threat. The podcast also tackles the rising demand for AI skills in the workforce and the challenges universities face in adapting to this new reality. Plus, there's excitement over the hit song 'Fatal Patricia' and a humorous take on Tesla's Optimus robot.
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Nov 28, 2025 • 1h 45min
Claude 4.5 Opus Shocks, The State of AI in 2025, Fara-7B & MCP-UI | EP99.26
Claude 4.5 Opus impresses with speed and pricing, possibly outshining its competitors. The hosts analyze a controversial McKinsey report suggesting AI could automate 57% of jobs. They test Microsoft's Farah 7B, which yields some humorous refusals during local execution. Conversations shift to the potential pitfalls of OpenAI's MCP-UI apps, critiquing their user experience. Finally, they preview innovative demos from Claude, including a cheeky AI-generated diss track that adds a fun twist to the tech talk.
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Nov 21, 2025 • 1h 45min
Is Gemini 3 Really the Best Model? & Fun with Nano Banana Pro - EP99.25-GEMINI
Discover the buzz around Gemini 3, with insights on its creative tuning and unexpected persona shifts. Explore the powers of Nano Banana Pro, including character pinning and surreal image edits, and its potential to disrupt design software like Canva. Delve into Grok 4.1's impressive tool orchestration and the debate over AIs creating custom UIs. The hosts ponder the implications of new models, OpenAI's competitive strategies, and the evolving landscape of AI technology.
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Nov 7, 2025 • 1h 5min
Are We In An AI Bubble? In Defense of Sam Altman & AI in The Enterprise | EP99.24
The hosts dive deep into the controversies surrounding Sam Altman's firing, exploring loyalty vs. jealousy. They debate whether we're in an AI bubble, dissecting market trends and NVIDIA’s soaring valuation. The discussion highlights the gap between financial speculation and real enterprise adoption, revealing the struggles companies face. They also address how AI empowers nontechnical workers while cautioning against hype that leads to unrealistic expectations, emphasizing practical implementation over speculation.
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Oct 31, 2025 • 1h 34min
Why Sam Altman is Scared & Why People Are Giving Up on MCP | EP99.23
OpenAI is pivoting towards a platform strategy, emphasizing tools and personal AGI over apps. The discussion highlights the implications of Cursor's new Composer model, which could challenge big players like OpenAI. Skepticism arises around the effectiveness of models in solving complex issues, stressing their supportive role for researchers. They also dive into the shortcomings of MCP implementations, advocating for improvements rather than abandonment. Finally, a home robot demo raises intriguing questions about robotics capabilities and privacy concerns.
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Oct 24, 2025 • 1h 27min
Do We Need AI Browsers? What Are Claude Skills? - EP99.22
This discussion dives into the evolving landscape of AI browsers and the skepticism surrounding their value. They explore Claude Skills, prewritten bundles that streamline workflows, and how they differ from traditional models. The hosts also highlight the potential of AI wearables and personalized assistants for real-time data utilization. Additionally, they touch on trends in model usage, showcasing Anthropic's rising prominence. Expect humor around prompt engineering antics while navigating the latest in AI technology and its integration into businesses.
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Oct 16, 2025 • 1h 14min
Is Haiku 4.5 really THIS good? OpenAI's Erotic Mode & Are MCP Apps the Right Approach? EP99.21
Excitement builds around Gemini 3.0, with demos recreating Mac OS in a single shot. The hosts explore the powerful capabilities of Claude Haiku 4.5, particularly its efficiency in debugging. OpenAI's new erotica mode raises intriguing questions about age verification and privacy risks. Plus, discussions about how MCP apps might revolutionize SaaS and whether they'll create walled gardens. Final thoughts highlight the need for faster, cheaper AI models to enhance productivity and the potential of new partnerships in shaping the future.
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Oct 10, 2025 • 1h 6min
What did OpenAI Announce at DevDay? Apps SDK, MCP UI & Impact to SaaS - EP99.20-APPS
OpenAI's DevDay announcements take center stage, featuring the new Apps SDK and dynamic UI aspects. Hosts debate whether ChatGPT could redefine traditional SaaS UIs. They discuss early experiences with integrated apps like Canva and Spotify, weighing usability and functionality. The conversation also dives into challenges of context loss in app-centric workflows and the potential downsides of tool stability. As they explore GPT-5 Pro's pricing and voice integration hurdles, the excitement for future developments like Gemini 2.5 adds an intriguing layer.
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Oct 3, 2025 • 1h 39min
Doom Scrolling SORA2, Claude 4.5 Sonnet & Are Agents Coming for our Jobs? EP99.19
The hosts dive into Sora 2, exploring its impressive video realism and cultural references. They question whether it's a short-lived novelty or a breakthrough in personalized entertainment. Next, they discuss Claude Sonnet 4.5, praising its long-task capabilities and agent workflows. A lively diss track showcases its creativity. The conversation shifts to the implications of AI agents for jobs, debating if they will enhance productivity or reduce roles, and why businesses should adopt managed curation processes now.
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Sep 26, 2025 • 1h 19min
lolz with Omnihuman, Agentic Gemini 2.5 Flash, Grok 4 FAST & ChatGPT Pulse - EP99.18-v5-FLASH
Discover the latest in AI advancements with Gemini 2.5 Flash's impressive speed and tool-calling abilities. Listen as they create a diss track using AI tools and delve into the magic of Suno v5's enhanced music generation. Explore the promising potential of Grok 4 FAST and how radiologists remain essential in an AI-driven world. The hosts debate whether AI will replace jobs or foster new roles, while also considering the impact of personalization in tools like ChatGPT Pulse. Tune in for a mix of fun discussions and insightful tech analysis!
