On the Gregory and Paul Show, we break down the latest in startups, SaaS, AI, and whatever the internet is debating this week. On this episode, Gregory dials in from LA, Paul unpacks the rise of “vibe marketing,” and the duo debates Elon’s feud with Sam Altman, Perplexity’s Chrome bid, and whether AI CapEx spending is holding up the entire world economy. ️ Episode 010 – Highlights Live from LA & Show Reintros (0:00)Gregory checks in from his LA hotel and the hosts reintroduce themselves for new listeners. Gregory reflects on 20 years in Silicon Valley startups, while Paul shares his journey from software engineer to marketer. ⚡ Vibe Marketing & Automation (1:20)The hosts define “vibe marketing” as more than automation—it’s how brand, message, and connection differentiate you in an AI-saturated world. They argue that how you do things now matters more than what you do. The New Marketing Playbook (4:50)With AI tools making execution easy, anyone can scrape leads and send 1,000 emails. The real moat? Your voice, your vibe, and your ability to stand out in the noise. Elon vs. Sam Altman: App Store Beef (5:30)Elon lashes out at Apple’s deal with OpenAI, accusing them of antitrust moves. Sam fires back with a “skill issue” tweet. The hosts debate who’s right, whether X is fair, and if Elon’s strategy shows he’s worried. X, Android Dream Teams & Product Chaos (10:00)Elon assembles an “Android dream team” despite years of bashing the platform. Gregory and Paul question X’s product strategy after rollbacks on X Chat and failing to launch breakthrough features. Perplexity Wants to Buy Chrome?! (12:30)Perplexity shocks the industry by publicly bidding for Chrome. The duo debate whether it’s genius marketing, an Amazon-backed play, or just PR theater. ️ AI Browsers vs. Agents (14:30)Are AI-powered browsers a fad? Paul argues they’re transient—AI agents and MCP servers will replace them. Gregory pushes back, noting legacy web demand could keep browsers relevant longer. ️ MCP Servers: APIs on Steroids (28:00)The hosts geek out on MCP servers, calling them “powerups” for AI. They explain how they differ from APIs, why they’ll reshape software, and how branded MCP experiences could become the next layer of trust. AI CapEx Spending = The New Stimulus (32:00)Balaji’s chart sparks a debate: AI infrastructure spending just surpassed consumer spending as a driver of GDP. Is this sustainable? The duo compare it to China’s infrastructure boom and America’s stimulus hangover. Capitalism, Socialism & Regulation (40:00)From FDA rules to federal AI policy, Gregory and Paul debate free markets vs. centralized planning. Are AI regulations premature—or a necessary national security move? AI Psychosis & Model Restrictions (50:00)The hosts discuss AI-induced “psychosis,” mental health risks, and whether restricting models like GPT-5 helps or hurts. Tech Jobs, Salaries & The Next Wave (56:00)Post-COVID salaries are crashing. Developers resist adjusting, but downturns often birth the next billion-dollar startups. Gregory and Paul predict a new wave of AI-native giants will emerge from this cycle. Closing Take (59:30)Recessions prune the ecosystem, but they also unlock the biggest opportunities. The duo argues this is the best time to start building.