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Jun 1, 2025 • 1h 15min

Midjourney Deep Hours: Existential Dread, But Make It Funny

Two guys walk into a podcast... and accidentally summon a demonic goat with the word homesteader. Welcome to episode 41.In this off-the-rails, rabbit-hole-riddled ride, Drew Brucker and Rory Flynn spiral from glass milk bottles and brain microplastics to the existential chaos of AI's future. They debate Claude's weird behavior, muse on whether their kids will ever drive cars, and roast LinkedIn like it's still 2020. Then, of course, they do what they do best—run wild Midjourney prompts live and unfiltered.Highlights include creepy SREF discoveries, EXP permutations, "award-winning" prompt hacks, creepy homesteader experiments, and an uncomfortable number of goat references.If you're into deep thoughts, unhinged experiments, and Midjourney magic with a side of dark humor… this one’s for you.---⏱️ Midjourney Fast Hour00:00 – Glass Bottles and Microplastic Doom06:24 – Claude’s AI Blackmail Drama09:00 – The Back Nine of the AI Golden Age13:33 – Will Our Kids Ever Drive Cars or See Real Doctors?15:15 – The Rise and Fall of Social Platforms17:55 – Why LinkedIn Hates Creators21:18 – Are New Social Platforms Even Possible Anymore?23:33 – Will Email Still Exist in 5 Years?24:37 – Glasses, Chips, and Black Mirror Futures26:32 – Apple TV’s “The Studio” and AI Hysteria29:22 – Rant Break: Midjourney Deep Hours Detour30:00 – Midjourney’s Upcoming Video Model + SREF Improvements34:25 – What We Want from Midjourney V8 Video37:40 – The Pink-and-Blue Curse of Drew’s Style Code40:43 – National Geographic Prompt Hacks + EXP Tests44:53 – Homesteader Prompt Gets Weird46:08 – Goats, Satan, and Style Profiles49:56 – Album Covers, Dribbble Runs, and Japanese Movie Posters54:04 – Prompt Vibes and Remixing Strategies57:05 – Celestial Blue and Pink: A Personal Prompt Problem59:38 – Rory’s “Direct Flash” Moodboard + Realism Runs1:02:06 – Candid Chaos and 90s Party Vibes1:05:13 – Homesteader = Horrorcore (Proof Inside)1:11:37 – Midjourney is Mad at Me (Probably)1:13:48 – Final Thoughts + What’s Coming Next---MJ:FH Ep. 41—Midjourney Deep Hours: Existential Dread, But Make It Funny
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May 26, 2025 • 1h 15min

Veo 3 Makes Yesterday’s Best Look Like a Beta Test + Runway & Midjourney Check-In

Dive into the latest in AI with a look at Google's intriguing Flow suite and its new Veo 3 video model. Discover why Midjourney still feels like magic in a sea of products with confusing names. Get insights on pricing strategies and the evolution from Veo 2 to Veo 3. Plus, enjoy discussions on 3D modeling, interior design innovations, and the practicality of generative AI. Expect fun value tips, resource management hacks, and creative ideas that might just inspire your next project!
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May 9, 2025 • 1h 10min

Midjourney Omni-Reference and --exp: Showing You How They Actually Work

Dive into the latest updates in digital creativity as the hosts unravel the all-new --exp parameter and omni-reference tools. They conduct live tests, showcasing how these features enhance artistic control and image generation. Upcoming improvements promise to refine user experience, including mood board enhancements and consistent draft modes. The conversation takes a lively turn with personal anecdotes about family adventures and culinary delights, blending tech talk with relatable humor.
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Apr 22, 2025 • 1h 25min

Midjourney’s Secret Playground: Chaos, Weird, and New Editor

Dive into the chaotic creativity of Midjourney's funky features! Explore the wild results of cranking up the 'weird' factor and the challenges of mastering the newly revamped Editor. Discover tips for perfecting prompts, layering images, and the secrets behind using SREF codes effectively. Join Drew and Rory as they navigate the fine line between artistic freedom and prompt precision while debating the future of AI-driven design tools. Plus, hear about the latest rumors in the Midjourney community to keep your creativity flowing!
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Apr 13, 2025 • 1h 6min

Midjourney V7 Showed Up in Crocs and COOKED

Drew and Rory dive deep into the innovative features of Midjourney V7, discussing the importance of personalization and the impact of new tools like Remix and Tile. They share strategies for optimizing stylization and achieving character consistency, while hilariously pondering the quirks of past creations. Don't miss their rant on tonal contrast and the magical use of negative prompts. Plus, there's an alien encounter that adds a dash of whimsy! It's a chaotic exploration of creativity that promises to spark your artistic imagination.
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Apr 5, 2025 • 1h 30min

Midjourney V7 is (Finally) Here! Was It Worth the Wait?

In this episode of Midjourney Fast Hours, Drew Brucker and Rory Flynn react to the brand new Midjourney V7 update—and things get weird (in the best way). Draft mode? Feels illegal. Personalization? Feels personal. Voice mode? Sounds like sorcery. They throw around hot takes, half-baked theories, and the occasional “wait, what just happened?” as they pick apart V7’s weird new powers and what it means for AI creativity.Somewhere between icon design tangents and ChatGPT hacks, they stumble into deeper questions about taste, tech, and whether artists are being replaced—or just upgraded. It’s messy, curious, and maybe smarter than it sounds.▶️ What you'll learn in this video:• First impressions of Midjourney V7• How Draft Mode compares to Turbo Mode• Voice Mode and the future of AI on mobile• The impact of V7 on image quality and creative workflows• ChatGPT x Midjourney integrations for better prompts• Use cases for icon design, marketing visuals, and AI avatars👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments:What in V7 has you the most excited (or confused)?MJ:FH Ep. 36—Midjourney V7 is (Finally) Here! Was It Worth the Wait?
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Mar 31, 2025 • 1h 30min

ChatGPT Image Gen Went Nuclear! + The Final Countdown to Midjourney V7 Preview

MJ:FH—Ep. 35 ChatGPT Image Gen Went Nuclear! + The Final Countdown to Midjourney V7 PreviewChatGPT’s new image generator (not named Dall-E?) is here, and Midjourney V7 is just around the corner. In this episode, Drew Brucker and Rory Flynn dive into the latest advancements in AI image generation, from ChatGPT’s surprisingly powerful new image tool to a look at what’s coming in Midjourney V7. They explore how these tools are reshaping creative workflows, what features matter most, and where things might be headed next.---⏱️ Midjourney Fast Hour[00:00] Catching Up: Beer, Pasta & Big AI Moves[03:08] Image Gen Wakes Up After a 6-Month Nap[05:59] ChatGPT Goes Nuclear (And We Have Thoughts)[08:50] How Creators Are Actually Using These Tools[11:45] The Language of Prompting Is Getting Weird[14:55] AI Image Gen Tools Are Taking Different Paths[17:56] Creative Flow in the Age of Automation[21:05] Ethics, Aesthetics, and a Bit of Chaos[33:32] What Makes Midjourney Still Feel Magical[36:09] Prompt Tips That Actually Work[38:53] How Templates + Moodboards Shape Results[41:34] The Community Is the Underrated Cheat Code[44:51] Fixing a Janky Workflow, One Prompt at a Time[48:37] Let's Talk Upscaling: The Good, Bad & Blurry[55:59] Where AI Workflow Tools Need to Go[59:59] Midjourney V7: The Rumors, the Hope, the Hype[01:04:06] AI Upscaling Is Getting... Surprisingly Good[01:11:22] Why the AI Dev World Feels Different Now[01:17:25] Who’s Winning the AI Tool War (For Now)[01:23:58] Wild New Features We Didn’t See Coming[01:28:59] Wrap-Up---You’ll also hear about:→ChatGPT Image gen use cases and functionalities→Is ChatGPT is a serious visual competitor to Midjourney?→ How AI tools like Reve are shifting the creative landscape→ The viral nature of AI visuals in social media→ The ethics, weirdness, and opportunities of AI in creativityOh, and there’s a quick recap of their first-ever IRL meeting in New York.Ideal for: creative professionals, marketers, designers, and AI art nerds🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes on Midjourney, AI tools, and next-gen creativity.🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts.---Our Premium Moodboard Collection: https://shorturl.at/5krtf
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Mar 17, 2025 • 1h 10min

Letting AI Cook & The Final Countdown for v7 Feat. Allar Haltsonen

In a fascinating chat, Allar Haltsonen, an Estonian AI chef and creative artist, shares his unique artistic vision. He discusses the challenges of achieving realistic textures in digital fashion and automotive design using AI. The conversation explores the balance between aesthetic genius and chaos, revealing insights into scene creation and the impact of aspect ratios in digital art. Allar also dives into how AI tools are revolutionizing creativity, offering a glimpse into the future of artistic expression and storytelling.
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Mar 9, 2025 • 1h 23min

Midjourney After Dark—Organized Chaos & Wabi-Sabi

Drew and Rory dive into the chaos of crafting mood boards and explore the quirks of Midjourney's interface, humorously questioning its user-friendliness. They discuss the tension between order and creative spontaneity, often finding magic in happy accidents. Rediscovering the beauty of wabi-sabi, they reflect on imperfection as a catalyst for artistic growth. From frustrations with image ranking to the nostalgic charm of past versions, their conversation celebrates the unpredictable journey of digital creativity.
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Mar 7, 2025 • 1h 29min

Midjourney Questions Answered

Drew and Rory decided to take this episode live, which means things got real fast. Questions flew in from all over the world, Faye (Rory’s toddler) made her obligatory guest appearance (in spirit), and somehow, we managed to sound like we knew what we were talking about.We covered the latest Midjourney updates (V7? Maybe. Maybe not.), tackled impossible prompting challenges (Brazil is not just favelas, thank you), and gave our best shot at solving the age-old problem of getting Midjourney to chill out with its flawless model faces. Also, Walkmans? Apparently, AI has no idea what those are.If you’ve ever wondered how to create consistent characters, why stylize settings actually matter, or what happens when you bring audience members on stage, this one’s for you. Just don’t ask us to prep next time—clearly, we do better without it.Ep. 32—Midjourney Questions Answered🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts.

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