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The tech industry has no shortage of buzzwords and jargon. Some of the terms common in tech are ones that people have come to hate for various reasons. From AI to blockchain to the metaverse, we explore buzzwords that drive some people bonkers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why do some films shot in higher frame rates look so weird? We explore the history of the 24 frames per second standard, the filmmakers who are pushing the envelope on frame rates, and how those technological changes affect the viewing experience of film.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Several tech companies held Q1 earnings calls this week, with wildly different reactions from investors. Tesla profits are down, but investor hopes are high. Meta keeps spending money on the metaverse and investors are not happy about it. Plus an update on the Voyager 1 and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The thing I said probably wouldn't happened did happen -- the US Senate voted in favor of a bill that will force the Chinese company ByteDance to divest itself of TikTok or face a US-wide ban. But how the heck did we get here, and how does a political megadonor play into it?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Delving into lost nuclear weapons incidents in the US, explaining chain reactions and how nuclear weapons work. Discussing historical mishaps, broken arrow events, and near-catastrophic accidents involving nuclear weapons. Highlights innovative promotions and provides a glimpse into the dangers and adventures of nuclear technology.

Some tweaks to the bill that would require TikTok parent company to divest itself of the app or face a US-wide ban could be closer to becoming a law. AI takes to the skies in simulated dogfights. And about half of all online traffic comes from bots. Plus lots more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Explore the evolution of stage lighting systems from manual manipulation to computer-controlled setups in theaters and rock concerts. Learn about resistance dimmers, control consoles, and innovative lighting designs. Discover the impact of technology on concert lighting, including water systems, LED filters, and motorized color changes. Plus, enjoy some pizza and check out popular TV show charts and automotive parts.

Chris Pollette, an electric guitar expert, discusses the history and technology of electric guitars. They delve into pickups, amplification, and the evolution of electric guitars. The episode also explores the impact of stage lighting on musical performances and ends with fun guitar trivia.

Tech news stories cover SBF appealing sentencing, UK court denies Apple lawsuit dismissal, Microsoft's Copilot AI, ByteDance's TikTok deadline extension, challenges for Russian software companies, Google discontinuing Google One VPN, Twitter mishap with URL changes, and US congressman exploring AI.

Entire industries are being reshaped around the new capabilities of generative AI. In this specialbonus episode of Smart Talks with IBM, Tim Harford leads a conversation between two leadersin the field. Srinivasan Venkatarajan is the Director of Global Partner Business at Microsoft,focusing on Azure Data & AI and Azure OpenAI. And Chris McGuire is the General Manager ofthe Global Microsoft Partnership for IBM. They discuss the efforts by IBM and Microsoft in the generative AI space, how this relationshiphas been providing value to clients, and why collaboration is necessary for technologicalprogress. Visit us at: ibm.com/smarttalks Learn more about IBM Consulting for Microsoft This is a paid advertisement from IBM.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.