

AI Inside
Yellowgold Studios
AI Inside explores the complexities of artificial intelligence and its impact on the world at large. Hosted by tech podcaster Jason Howell and media expert Jeff Jarvis, AI Inside takes a thoughtful look at the promise and challenges of AI while inviting some of the industry's most notable players and thinkers to engage in thoughtful dialogue about AI, neither overhyping its potential nor dismissing public concerns about its development. With a deep interest in AI's impacts on art and culture, Jason uses his rich experience in technology and creativity to understand its capabilities better. Jeff is a respected voice on technology's influence on media and society, thanks to his popular blog BuzzMachine and books like "The Web We Weave" and "The Gutenberg Parenthesis." Together, Jason and Jeff aim to advance public understanding of this world-changing technology at an important inflection point.
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Jan 23, 2025 • 1h 3min
Samsung's AI Agents
Explore the ambitious $500 billion Stargate project aimed at boosting U.S. AI infrastructure. Discover how China's DeepSeek model is challenging Silicon Valley’s dominance. Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked unveils exciting AI agents set to enhance smartphones. Google introduces innovative education tools tailored for classrooms. Delve into the implications of cognitive offloading and its effects on critical thinking skills. Hear a compelling story of AI’s role in diagnosing a rare medical condition, highlighting its potential in healthcare.

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Jan 15, 2025 • 1h 13min
Tech Agnostic (with Greg Epstein)
Greg Epstein, the Humanist chaplain at Harvard and MIT and author of "Tech Agnostic," explores the intersection of technology and ethics. He critiques tech worship culture, arguing that society’s reverence for AI mirrors religious devotion. The discussion highlights the need for ethical engagement with tech to avoid perpetuating inequalities. Epstein also touches on current AI policies under the Biden administration and delves into the legal battles faced by major companies like OpenAI and Meta.

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Jan 7, 2025 • 50min
Out With Agents, In With Superintelligence
Dive into the world of AI advancements with NVIDIA's groundbreaking GPU announcements and Samsung's latest AI-enhanced devices. Discover the unexpected benefits of the Rabbit R1, especially for individuals with disabilities. Hear insightful discussions about the future of AI, including the potential of superintelligence and its impact on creativity. Explore how AI is reshaping consumer electronics, from personalized TVs to smart appliances, while debating the serious implications of AI's evolution for society.

Jan 1, 2025 • 53min
Year in Review pt. 2
Jason and Jeff dive into the biggest winners and losers of AI in 2023. Nvidia shines brightly, while OpenAI experiences its ups and downs. They break down the ongoing challenges of AI hallucinations and explore revolutionary tools for creators. The conversation includes noteworthy developments from Intel and Google, alongside intriguing new devices like the Rabbit R1. They also share predictions for the AI landscape in 2025, emphasizing both the excitement and uncertainty that come with rapid advancements in technology.

Dec 25, 2024 • 1h 7min
Year in Review pt. 1
In this year-end review, Jason Howell and Jeff Jarvis examine the importance of AI to the tech story of 2024. From the biggest trends, to the ongoing fight over copyright and training data, to safety and regulation, and the moving goalposts of AGI.🔔 Support the show on Patreon!CHAPTERS:0:05:52 - Trends0:06:07 - Multimodality0:14:17 - RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation)0:24:38 - From chatbots to Agents0:29:48 - From summary to creation0:35:38 - Creativity and quality0:39:05 - Search0:43:33 - Copyright and the ongoing fight over training data and fair use0:50:50 - AGI: Around the corner or BS?0:56:43 - Regulation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 18, 2024 • 1h 13min
Feeling Lonely? ChatGPT's Just a Phone Call Away!
Discover the new 1-800-CHATGPT phone service, offering a unique way to connect with AI. Unpack the advancements in Google's Imagen 3 and Veo 2 technologies, making a splash in image and video generation. Explore the ethical dilemmas of anthropomorphizing chatbots like Claude, especially when it comes to emotional support. Additionally, delve into the complexities of AI training and copyright legislation that could reshape the industry. Finally, hear about the potential of tools like Notebook LM for enhancing writing and creativity.

Dec 13, 2024 • 1h 5min
Hands-on With Project Astra and Project Moohan
Jason Howell and Jeff Jarvis discuss Jason's exclusive look at Google's Project Astra glasses, the new $200/month ChatGPT Pro tier, OpenAI's Sora and Canvas tools, Reddit's AI data licensing revenue, and more!🔔 Support the show on Patreon!Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor.NEWS0:02:40 - I tried out Android XR, Google’s latest attempt to take on Meta and Apple0:18:02 - Introducing Gemini 2.0: our new AI model for the agentic era0:32:46 - 12 days of OpenAI0:33:13 - OpenAI's o1 lies more than any major AI model. Why that matters0:40:22 - OpenAI makes canvas, its editing tool, available to everyone0:44:29 - Today, day 6: Advanced voice with video & Santa mode0:50:44 - Meet Willow, our state-of-the-art quantum chip0:54:34 - How Years of Reddit Posts Have Made the Company an AI Darling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 4, 2024 • 1h 5min
How Yara AI is Tackling the Mental Health Crisis
Jason Howell and Joe Braidwood, co-founder and CEO of Yara AI, explore the creation of Yara, the challenges in current mental health services, AI's potential in making mental wellness accessible, ethical AI design, and the importance of safety in AI healthcare applications. 🔔 Support the show on Patreon! http://patreon.com/aiinsideshowYara AI 0:03:00 - Introduction of guest Joe Braidwood, co-founder and CEO of Yara AI 0:05:14 - Exploration of the connection between SwiftKey and Yara AI 0:09:06 - The evolution of ELIZA to where we are now with AI chatbots 0:11:50 - Joe's drive to develop Yara came out of personal experience 0:15:26 - Using a GPT as a replacement for a therapist 0:20:50- How to tackle the amnesic quality of LLMs in a therapeutic application0:27:10- Jason's experience with the open beta of Yara 0:29:06 - Joe's live demo of Yara 0:32:14 - What is emotional intelligence and empathy when an AI provides it? 0:37:42 - The accessibility and inequality problem with mental health services 0:40:34 - How does Yara manage the problem of hallucinations? 0:50:20 - Peter Hames hired by Microsoft AI0:55:55 - Closing the loop to the SwiftKey days Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 20, 2024 • 1h 10min
Coca-Cola Ruins Christmas
Delve into the drama of Elon Musk's breakup with OpenAI and surprising AI poetry that has captured public favor. Microsoft unveils groundbreaking AI agents, reshaping workplace dynamics. A shocking study reveals that AI chatbots can outperform doctors in diagnosing illnesses. Tread carefully into the controversy surrounding Coca-Cola's AI-generated Christmas ad, igniting debates on human creativity versus machine-driven art. Plus, explore the ethical challenges of AI in journalism and the future of news consumption!

Nov 13, 2024 • 1h 8min
Super-Duper-Intelligence!
A deep dive into the future of artificial general intelligence unfolds, featuring Sam Altman's bold predictions on AGI's arrival. Meanwhile, the challenges faced by major companies spark a discussion on the slowdown in AI advancements. AI’s integration in healthcare gets a spotlight with innovative screening methods for diabetes and high blood pressure. The intersection of music and technology is also explored, highlighting AI's role in resurrecting artists' voices and even earning Grammy nominations.