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Dec 12, 2023 • 1h 9min

"Free Speech Warriors," EU's AI Act, and Guest Dan Pfeiffer

Kara and Scott discuss Tucker Carlson's new streaming service, Elon letting Alex Jones back on X, and the criticism of Google's Gemini demo video. UPenn's president resigns after Congressional testimony. EU's landmark AI Act. Dan Pfeiffer shares election poll numbers and advice for Biden and the Democrats.
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Dec 8, 2023 • 1h 16min

Taylor Swift, AI Alliance, University Presidents, and Guest Lou Paskalis

Guest Lou Paskalis joins the hosts to discuss Taylor Swift being named Time's Person of the Year and the influence of her music. They critique the testimony of university presidents regarding anti-Semitism. The chapter also covers AI news, including Meta and IBM forming an 'AI Alliance' and Elon Musk's AI startup raising funds. Paskalis talks about Linda Yaccarino's decision to stay at X and the challenges in achieving quality engagement in advertising.
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Dec 5, 2023 • 1h 6min

Dow is Up, Santos is Out, and Guest Sixto Cancel

Guest Sixto Cancel, CEO of Think of Us, discusses his mission to revolutionize the child welfare system. Kara and Scott also cover the Dow's record highs, George Santos leaving Congress, and Google's evidence suppression. They touch on real estate advantages, foster care reform, international issues, and the importance of experiences and masculinity.
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Dec 1, 2023 • 1h 21min

Elon, Kissinger, Cuban, Haley, IPOs, and Guest Rob Copeland

Guest Rob Copeland joins to discuss his new book, “The Fund: Ray Dalio, Bridgewater Associates, and The Unraveling of a Wall Street Legend.” Topics include Elon Musk's controversial interview, the complex legacy of Henry Kissinger, power dynamics in board meetings, the state of IPOs in 2024, and an analysis of Ray Dalio and Bridgewater.
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Nov 28, 2023 • 1h 10min

Sam Altman's Return to OpenAI, Meta's Underage Users, and Guest Alan Patricof

Alan Patricof, legendary venture capitalist, joins Kara and Scott to discuss investing in the longevity economy. They also cover Sam Altman's return to OpenAI, Meta's knowledge of underage users, and the consequences of Elon Musk's anti-Semitic controversy. The chapter explores various topics including the challenges of overvaluation in the business and the importance of maintaining mental sharpness for longevity.
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Nov 24, 2023 • 50min

Decoder: Barack Obama on AI, Free Speech, and the Future of the Internet

Former President Obama discusses concerns about AI, regulation of tech industry, challenges and potential of AI, importance of responsible regulation, split between people and AI builders on views of regulation, challenges of deepfake technology, intersection of AI and social media, gratitude to President Obama and announcements for upcoming episodes.
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Nov 21, 2023 • 1h 16min

Sam Altman Goes to Microsoft, Elon Goes Thermonuclear, and Guest Dr. Joy Buolamwini

Dr. Joy Buolamwini, founder of the Algorithmic Justice League, discusses bias in AI. The hosts also cover Sam Altman's move to Microsoft and the future of OpenAI. They engage in a heated discussion about respect and the value of care. The podcast also touches on Ben Shapiro's political views and admiration for Dr. Buolamwini's work. They share personal anecdotes and discuss Mac applications. Other topics include 'The Crown', Rosalind Carter, and concerns about Javier Malay's election.
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Nov 21, 2023 • 28min

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella on the OpenAI Debacle

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella discusses the OpenAI CEO transition, Microsoft's partnership with OpenAI, and their ongoing work and collaborations. They emphasize the importance of being consulted on major decisions and highlight Microsoft's commitment to customers, innovation, and safety in AI.
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Nov 18, 2023 • 32min

Emergency Episode! Sam Altman Out at OpenAI and X's Advertiser Exodus

Former CEO of OpenAI, Sam Altman, discusses his sudden departure from the company and speculations surrounding it. Kara and Scott also dive into Elon Musk's endorsement of an anti-Semitic conspiracy theory, resulting in major advertisers leaving X. They analyze governance issues in influential companies, concerns about income inequality, and the importance of speaking out against hate speech.
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Nov 17, 2023 • 1h 13min

Government Shutdown Averted, A Surge in Hate Speech, and Guest Adrian Aoun

Guest Adrian Aoun, CEO of health tech startup Forward, joins Kara and Scott to discuss launching the world's first AI doctor's office. They also talk about Nikki Haley's social media stance, the surge in hate speech on social media, and the averted government shutdown.

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