

TBPN
John Coogan & Jordi Hays
Technology's daily show (formerly the Technology Brothers Podcast). Streaming live on X and YouTube from 11 - 2 PM PST Monday - Friday. Available on X, Apple, Spotify, and YouTube.
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Oct 28, 2025 • 13min
Diet TBPN: October 27, 2025
The hosts dive into the mystery of Suno's impressive revenue and debate who's footing the AI music bill. They discuss how AI style transfer impacts music creation and if these platforms will rival Spotify. A hot topic includes how artists are compensated for AI-generated songs. The show also unveils cultural trends in tech, including the cosmetic changes among executives. Additionally, they speculate on the sustainability of the AI boom and analyze a questionable $40M investment by Mondelez.

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Oct 27, 2025 • 3h 6min
Suno Sparks Music Rights Firestorm, Travis Kelce’s Six Flags Play | Philip Johnston, Justin Murphy, Darren Rovell, Guillermo Rauch, Brendan Foody
Philip Johnston, founder of Star Cloud, shares groundbreaking insights on launching satellites with Nvidia GPUs for space data centers, tackling engineering challenges like radiation. Justin Murphy, a former political science professor, discusses his leap into independent scholarship and his upcoming book on the subject. Darren Rovell dives into the tumultuous collectibles market with a story about a rare Babe Ruth card, while Guillermo Rauch reveals Vercel's ambitious AI cloud strategies and recent valuation, positioning it at the forefront of the tech landscape.

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Oct 25, 2025 • 12min
Diet TBPN: October 24th, 2025
The hosts dive into the world of modern media, dissecting the blurring lines of creators like MrBeast and Martin Scrawley. They explore the rise of neofactual media and the fascinating neo-traditional aesthetics. A surprising discussion about toilet cameras raises eyebrows, alongside witty critiques of gambling apps. A debate on AI-driven social accounts questions ethical implications. The humor flows when they tackle viral product claims and a quirky celebrity gambling scandal, making for an engaging listen.

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Oct 24, 2025 • 3h 9min
Charting The Media Landscape, WSJ Mansion Section, Emily Sundberg LIVE in The Ultradome | Jordan Schneider, Saagar Enjeti, Justine Moore, Glenn Solomon, Dion Harris & More
Emily Sundberg, a journalist and newsletter author, joins the conversation on the evolving media landscape, diving into mainstream and alternative media categories. Saagar Enjeti discusses the social and political ramifications of AI and the impending data center backlash due to excessive electricity consumption. Jordan Schneider highlights U.S.-China tensions over technology and rare earths, while Chase Lochmiller reveals insights on Crusoe Energy Systems’ ambitious AI factory projects powered by innovative energy solutions. Justine Moore explores trends in generative media and market dynamics.

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Oct 24, 2025 • 15min
Diet TBPN: October 23rd, 2025
Explore the significance behind the Browser Company of New York's name and why it matters. Discover how copycat branding can dilute originality and the nuances of thoughtful design inspiration. Dive into NVIDIA's impressive semiconductor revenue and the energy challenges for AI data centers. A playful discussion on unconventional energy sources for data centers adds humor. The hosts debate the future of human content creation versus AI, along with personal insights on quitting nicotine. Also, hear about media consolidation and Waymo's rideshare growth!

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Oct 23, 2025 • 3h 23min
AI Buildout Meets Capex Wall, The Browser Company Effect | Drew Houston, Jacob Andreou, Adam Fry, Ian Rogers, Molly Cantillon, Jonny Dyer, Mike Shebat
Drew Houston, CEO of Dropbox, reveals how the platform transformed into an AI powerhouse with tools like Dropbox Dash, enhancing productivity across apps. Jacob Andreou from Microsoft dives into Copilot's integrations and introduces the new AI persona, Miko. Adam Fry from OpenAI discusses the launch of ChatGPT Atlas and its focus on user retention. Ian Rogers shares insights on secure self-custody products at Ledger, while Jonny Dyer highlights the future of space data centers and their partnerships. Finally, Mike Shebat updates on Traba's AI-driven staffing solutions.

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Oct 23, 2025 • 11min
Diet TBPN: October 22nd, 2025
Hosts dive into Apple TV's groundbreaking five-year F1 deal and its potential to reshape U.S. viewership. They discuss the unique high-value audience of F1 while debating the impact of this shift from ESPN. The conversation shifts to Apple's Vision Pro, exploring immersive experiences for fans. Meta's recent AI layoffs and WhatsApp's restrictions on non-Meta chatbots also get the spotlight. Finally, the show humorously comments on recurring heists at the Louvre and highlights NVIDIA's ambitious space computing initiatives.

42 snips
Oct 22, 2025 • 3h 10min
Apple Bets on F1, Meta Axes AI Jobs, Anthropic in Google’s Sights | Jeff Yan, Kevin Rose, Tomasz Tunguz, Shan Aggarwal, Nick Abouzeid, David Tisch, Chris Dixon
In this engaging discussion, guests include Jeff Yan, co-founder of Hyperliquid, who emphasizes the importance of a neutral DeFi protocol's integrity. Kevin Rose, an entrepreneur known for Digg, shares insights on social media's evolution and the impact of AI on interactions. Tomasz Tunguz, a venture capitalist, highlights AI's significant economic effects and the risks of vendor financing. Chris Dixon, a tech investor, explores crypto's adoption trends and policy influences, while David Tisch announces two new funds and discusses long-term investing strategies.

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Oct 22, 2025 • 15min
Diet TBPN: October 21st, 2025
The hosts kick off with a lively discussion about OpenAI's new Atlas browser, examining its potential to rival Chrome. They dive into Sam Altman's influential role in tech partnerships and question the sustainability of margins in AI. Stories of past tech failures like Pets.com provide cautionary insights for today’s firms. Coinbase’s acquisition of Echo highlights evolving investment platforms, while debates over Airbnb’s community vision and tech companies’ growing influence suggest a shifting landscape in the digital economy.

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Oct 21, 2025 • 3h 24min
Palmer Luckey, Brian Armstrong, & Brian Chesky LIVE | OpenAI Joins the Browser Race, AWS Outage Aftermath
Palmer Luckey, entrepreneur and founder of Mod Retro and Anduril, dives into cutting-edge hardware and his new banking venture, Erebor, which targets tech and biohacking. Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase, shares insights on the acquisition of Echo and his vision for tokenized fundraising, aiming to democratize capital access for startups. Brian Chesky, CEO of Airbnb, discusses transforming the platform into a community-focused experience and the growing importance of design in the AI era. Lastly, Stuart Landesberg reveals innovations in firefighting tech with autonomous suppression copters.


