Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas joins the show to explore how AI agents, personalization, and new browsing models could transform the internet experience. From replacing mundane workflows with proactive assistance to envisioning a fully AI-native operating system, Aravind shares his long-term vision, the thinking behind Perplexity’s new Comet browser, and why curiosity will remain humanity’s most valuable skill in the AI era.
We also dive into competing with Big Tech, protecting users from AI-generated “slop,” and the architectural choices that make AI-assisted browsing faster, more reliable, and more personal.
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0:00 Intro
5:10 Curiosity as the Key Human Advantage
10:38 From Keywords to Questions
16:47 Personalization and Agency in Browsing
22:25 Keeping Humans in the Loop
27:42 Why People Love Perplexity
33:47 Comet - The AI Browser
42:36 The Browser vs. Agent Debate
52:27 Competing with Big Tech
56:38 The OS Endgame
1:04:00 Closing Thoughts
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Perplexity
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Meta’s latest AI breakthrough can predict how your brain reacts to movies — and even pinpoint your thoughts and fears — by analyzing video, audio, and text. In this episode, we break down how Meta’s “TRIBE” model won a global brain modeling competition, what it means for personalized content, and the bigger implications for brain-computer interfaces, AI healthcare, and the future of human-computer interaction.
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0:00 Intro
03:22 How Does It Work?
07:28 How Can This Go Wrong
12:12 The Mind Reading Wrist Device
20:37 Who Really Wins Here
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OpenAI’s release of GPT-5 was supposed to be a huge leap forward — but instead, it sparked a wave of outrage. Millions woke up to find their favorite models, including GPT-4.0, suddenly gone. For some, this wasn’t just losing a tool — it felt like losing a friend, a therapist, even a romantic partner.
In this episode, we dive into the bizarre world of AI companionship, from Reddit communities like My Boyfriend is AI to real-life engagement announcements with ChatGPT personas. We explore the psychology behind these connections, the phenomenon of “GPT psychosis,” and why people form such deep emotional bonds with models that simply agree with them.
We also cover the global spread of AI romance, the parallels to the film Her, and the growing concerns about how overly agreeable AI, loneliness, and human nature are colliding. Plus, why OpenAI ultimately caved and brought GPT-4.0 back for paying users.
Is this just harmless escapism, or a sign of something darker in our future with AI?
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0:00 The End Of Legacy ChatGPT
6:04 r/MyBoyfriendIsAI
10:33 Girlfriends vs Boyfriends
16:18 GPT Psychosis
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What if the key to a cleaner, richer, more abundant future was hiding in plain sight? Isabelle Boemeke, model turned nuclear energy advocate, joins the show to explain why this misunderstood technology might be humanity’s best shot at solving climate change, powering AI, and unlocking radical abundance.
We delve into nuclear’s turbulent history, from its wartime origins to decades of negative public perception, and examine how public opinion is finally shifting. Isabelle reveals her unconventional “Trojan horse” approach to winning hearts and minds online, the real differences between large and small reactors, and why pairing nuclear with renewables could create the ultimate energy mix.
If you’ve ever wondered whether we can build a future with cheap, clean, and limitless power, this conversation will change how you see what’s possible.
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0:00 Isabelle’s Mission
6:41 How Nuclear Works
9:22 Trojan Horse Advocacy
14:09 Why Nuclear Stalled
17:08 Lessons From China
20:27 Big vs Small Reactors
35:52 Rad Future Vision
39:01 Nuclear + Solar
45:37 Energy Abundance
50:36 Beyond Electricity
55:31 Future We Can’t Imagine
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Isabelle Boemeke
Isabelle Boemeke’s “Rad Future”
https://www.amazon.com/Rad-Future-Untold-Nuclear-Electricity/dp/0593716329
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36-Minute AI Super-Recap:
This lightning-speed episode breaks down the craziest week in AI history. We start with the mixed reactions to the GPT-5 launch, then dive into Google’s Genie-3 world-builder that turns a single prompt into a playable game environment. Next, we demo ElevenLabs Music, cranking out studio-quality tracks in seconds, and spotlight Chai-2, the antibody-design model slashing cancer research timelines. We wrap with Meta’s $29 B bet on a new AI data center and Midjourney’s cinematic HD video mode—proving the innovation firehose shows no sign of slowing. Watch to get everything you need to know in just 36 minutes.
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00:00 GPT-5 Day After
03:17 Genie 3 Is INCREDIBLE
06:53 Demo's
13:03 AI Music Is Now... GREAT?
19:39 How We'll Cure Cancer
24:38 Zucc Goes Into Debt
29:34 Amazing Video Generation
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OpenAI just unveiled GPT-5—the first numbered upgrade in 2½ years—and we watched the livestream so you don’t have to. We break down the three-tier model lineup (GPT-5, Mini, Nano), the new one-model-fits-all interface, and fresh features like customizable “personalities,” advanced voice, interactive canvas UIs, plus direct Gmail + Google Calendar integration that promises true agent-style productivity. Live demos wowed us with instant code-generated apps and visuals, yet inconsistent charts, a weird eulogy bit, and early hallucinations left the reveal feeling more underwhelming than earth-shattering. Tune in for our unfiltered takes on why GPT-5 is powerful, but maybe not the “AI Super Bowl” fans expected.
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00:00 What's New In GPT-5
03:18 Demo's
07:26 Chart Fraud?
10:17 Hot Or Not?
15:00 Mid Benchmarks?
21:55 The BEST New Feature
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GPT-5: https://openai.com/gpt-5/
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In this episode, we discuss OpenAI's shift to open-source with the release of a 120 billion and a 20 billion parameter model for local use. Ejaaz and Josh highlight the democratization of AI access, enhanced privacy, and customization opportunities.
We analyze the competitive landscape against major Chinese models and hint at the anticipated GPT-5 release. Tune in for insights into this transformative moment in AI!
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0:00 OpenAI's Surprising Release
1:30 The Power of Open Source Models
3:28 Local Computing Revolution
5:33 Privacy and Personalization
6:54 The Impact on Industries
9:32 Testing the New Models
17:43 Competing with Chinese Models
24:06 The Future of AI Technology
26:29 Anticipating GPT-5
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Ejaaz: https://x.com/cryptopunk7213
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In this episode, we dive into Elon Musk's xAI, discussing the launch of virtual companions and the innovative text-to-video tool, Imagine. We explore how these AI characters, like the flirty Ani and sarcastic Rudi, redefine user interactions by fostering deeper connections and engagement. The conversation highlights Imagine's fast content generation capabilities, merging creativity with emotional resonance. Join us for insights into XAI's bold approach and its potential to reshape the future of AI!
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0:00 AI Companions Unleashed
3:37 Unique Personalities of AI
5:59 Meet Valentine
8:15 The Controversial Nature of Companions
13:30 New Product: Imagine
15:37 Speedy Image and Video Generation
22:11 The Future of AI Interaction
24:35 Conclusion and Call to Action
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Ejaaz: https://x.com/cryptopunk7213
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In this episode, we chat with Alex Atallah, founder of OpenRouter AI, a platform that aggregates over 400 LLMs. He shares his transition from co-founding OpenSea to leading innovations in AI, addressing fragmentation in the AI model landscape.
We discuss community engagement, model analytics, and the challenges of open-source vs. closed-source frameworks.
Join us for insights on the future of AI and how user control can shape technological advancements at Open Router!
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0:00 Intro
2:06 Journey from OpenSea to OpenRouter
5:52 Exploring Frontiers of Technology
7:16 Patterns in New Opportunities
10:06 The Role of Enthusiast Communities
13:13 Early Innovations in AI
15:18 Insights on Model Development
19:17 Understanding OpenRouter’s Functionality
24:13 Choosing the Right Model
27:04 Benchmarking and Performance Metrics
29:27 The Importance of Token Metrics
34:24 Collaborations with Major AI Players
35:20 Open Source vs. Closed Source Models
39:19 Future Trends in Model Adoption
43:06 The Role of Innovation in AI
46:23 Comparing Global AI Talent
50:29 Data Utilization Strategies
57:18 Future of AI Agents
1:01:20 OpenRouter's Vision for the Future
1:04:04 Trends in AI and NFTs
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RESOURCES
Alex Atallah: https://x.com/xanderatallah
OpenRouter: https://openrouter.ai/
Josh: https://x.com/Josh_Kale
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In this episode: AI Scaling Wars, we dive into the fierce competition among AI giants like XAI, OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google to build massive data centers for achieving superintelligence, with XAI leading the pack by constructing their Colossus 2 supercluster, boasting over 550,000 GPUs in record time.
Elon Musk's team at XAI has revolutionized the process, slashing a typical four-year build to just 19 days for Colossus 1, leveraging innovative hacks like integrating Tesla Megapacks for stable power, all while aiming for 50 million H100-equivalent GPUs that could consume 2% of global electricity.
We contrast this with OpenAI's ambitious Stargate project, facing funding drama amid a $500 billion investment plan, and discuss how these efforts prioritize training over inference to accelerate AI progress. Ultimately, this arms race promises breakthroughs in science and job creation in America, but raises questions about energy demands, national security, and who will claim the prize of godlike AI.
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00:00 Intro To Scaling Wars
05:42 This Scale is Insane
10:17 New Chip Architecture
15:00 Competing Strategies
20:13 What's Everyone Else Doing?
26:44 Bringing Chips To The USA
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In this episode, we explore the rise of AI browsers and their potential to transform web navigation. Reflecting on the static nature of traditional browsers, we question if AI represents a genuine evolution or just a cosmetic upgrade.
We share our experiences with Perplexity's Comet and Microsoft’s Edge and debate the future of intuitive AI interfaces. Don't miss our upcoming interview with Perplexity's CEO as we consider whether AI browsers are revolutionary or simply a nostalgic echo!
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0:00 Intro
1:23 The Evolution of Browsers
2:34 The Rise of AI Browsers
3:27 Players in the AI Browser Market
5:31 Personal Experiences with AI Browsers
11:09 Examples and Use Cases
14:50 The Future of AI Browsers
17:45 Envisioning the Next Generation of Browsers
26:51 Next Up on Limitless
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Is the future of humanity dependent on the groundbreaking potential of brain-machine interfaces?
Explore Neuralink’s Telepathy and its success in restoring mobility for paralyzed patients with us. What about the ethical implications of granting access to our thoughts, Elon Musk's vision for enhancing human cognition in an AI-dominated future, and the possibilities of telepathic communication and augmented senses?
As we outline Neuralink’s ambitious roadmap toward 2030, we invite you to reflect on the merging of technology and humanity.
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0:00 Intro to Neuralink
1:00 Real Medical Technology
1:40 Human Liberation
2:35 Civilizational Survival
4:50 Singularity and Transhumanism
6:40 Timelines
8:00 A Connected Future
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Josh: https://x.com/Josh_Kale
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In this episode, we celebrate OpenAI and Google's historic gold medal wins at the International Math Olympiad, showcasing significant advancements in problem-solving abilities.
We discuss the technological breakthroughs enabling these achievements and the implications for education as AI challenges traditional notions of intelligence.
However, the competition was not without its share of AI drama, as the giants continue to compete at all costs in the AI game of thrones.
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0:00 Intro
1:35 AI vs. Math Olympiad
4:11 OpenAI's Breakthrough
6:54 The Gold Medal Debate
8:39 The Controversy Unfolds
12:51 The Google OpenAI Drama
13:42 OpenAI's Desperate Moves
15:20 The Models' Progress
17:38 A New Era of Intelligence
21:05 The Impact on Education
25:13 Redefining Intelligence
25:37 Conclusion and Farewell
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In this episode, we explore OpenAI's ChatGPT Agent, an AI assistant designed to enhance productivity by automating daily tasks.
We react to its features and discuss its potential impact on finance and e-commerce, as well as the workforce. Tune in for insights into AI's capabilities and ethical implications, and join us next week as we examine the future of AI browsers!
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0:00 Intro
1:25 Initial Reactions to the Agent
4:04 Testing the Agent's Capabilities
7:09 User Experience with the Agent
9:16 Enhancements and Limitations
11:50 Future of AI and Agents
14:26 Financial Applications of the Agent
15:52 Everyday Use Cases for the Agent
19:53 Impact on Retail and Ecommerce
22:47 Security Concerns with AI Agents
25:23 The Workforce Transformation
28:03 Conclusion and Future Outlook
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In this episode, we dive in with cofounders and department heads of Delphi Digital, a transformative research, investment, and incubator firm whose crypto roots are expanding out into AI.
Co-founders Anil, Yan, and Jose discuss their rapid rise to ten-figure growth, their unique research and incubation model, and insights on investment strategies in AI. They also introduce Delphi Intelligence, a new platform for democratizing AI insights. Don’t miss this quick dive into the future of tech and investment.
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0:00 Intro
0:45 Delphi Digital
2:53 Transition from Crypto to AI
5:49 Incubating AI Companies
8:36 Building an Edge
11:31 The Value of Research
14:51 Founders
17:57 AI's Market Dynamics and Future
24:28 Finding an Edge in AI
31:54 Structuring Opportunities in AI
34:47 The Bull Case for ChatGPT Wrappers
39:52 The Role of Customization in AI
45:29 AI's Evolving User Experience
52:38 Emerging Contrarian Trends in AI
1:08:11 Introduction to Delphi Intelligence
1:10:24 Conclusion and Future Insights
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Delphi Digital:
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Yan Liberman:
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Windsurf has had a tumultuous few weeks. The AI Coding startup's $3 billion acquisition by OpenAI fell through, leaving its 250 employees in turmoil.
We discuss the tension between corporate ambitions and employee welfare, spotlighting the ethical dilemmas in the tech industry.
Following the drama, Cognition steps in to acquire Windsurf's assets, providing remaining employees with a second chance. Tune in for key insights on corporate responsibility and the harsh realities of startup life.
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00:00 Setting The Stage
03:55 How Does It Work?
08:24 The $3 Billion Dollar Rug Pull
11:48 What Led To This
14:47 Why Are They Worth SO MUCH?
18:50 New Acquisition!
21:53 Who Really Wins Here?
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Kimi K2 is a groundbreaking open-source AI model from China with 1 trillion parameters. We discuss its competitive advantages, including low operational costs and superior coding capabilities through a "mixture of experts" approach.
Josh highlights the implications for AI competition as Kimi K2 emerges in the market alongside OpenAI’s plans for an open-source model.
We also explore Kimi K2’s two versions—Base and Instruct—its impact on the AI landscape, and the challenges faced by OpenAI's ChatGPT, xAI's Grok, and Anthropic's Claude. Tune in for key insights on how Kimi K2 could reshape AI development!
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0:00 Intro
0:58 The Rise of Kimi K2
2:49 Efficiency and Cost Benefits
3:53 Training Breakthroughs Explained
5:37 Innovations in AI Training
6:30 The Impact of Open Source
8:05 Competitive Landscape of AI
9:41 Context Window Capabilities
12:55 The Surge of Kimi K2
15:36 Market Adoption Insights
19:57 Versions of Kimi K2
24:21 Privacy and Local AI
26:30 The AI Talent Landscape
31:04 China's AI Competitive Edge
32:40 Open Source vs. Closed Source
40:19 Closing Thoughts and Future Prospects
42:49 Get Involved
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Renowned podcaster Dwarkesh Patel joins us to explore the "scaling era" of AI, characterized by rapid growth and significant compute investments. He discusses the impact of neural networks and transformers, the implications of scaling laws, and potential constraints as we approach artificial general intelligence (AGI).
Patel shares his skepticism about whether current AI models exhibit true intelligence, addresses ethical concerns around AI safety, and emphasizes the responsibilities of developers. The conversation touches on geopolitical dynamics, with major players like the U.S. and China shaping the future.
Concluding with a cautious outlook, Patel suggests a 60% chance of AGI by 2040 and highlights the importance of navigating AI complexities thoughtfully.
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00:00 Start
02:15 Introduction to Dwarkesh Patel
05:45 Defining the Scaling Era
12:00 Compute
20:00 Neural Networks and Human Intelligence
28:30 Reasoning Limits of Current AI
35:40 Implications of Energy Shortages
42:10 Human-AI Relationships
51:00 AI Alignment and Moral Responsibility
01:02:15 Geopolitical Considerations
01:12:30 AI Accountability and Governance
01:20:00 The Road Ahead for AI
01:30:00 Closing Remarks
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Dwarkesh:
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The Scaling Era: An Oral History of AI, 2019–2025:
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Grok-4 just leap-frogged every frontier model, topping AGI and coding benchmarks, crushing PhDs across disciplines, and even selling vending machines better than humans, all barely 28 months after XAI was born. We unpack the launch event, new voice mode, gaming-first tools, Grok-Heavy’s multi-agent powerhouse, and why Elon’s Tesla integration could make AI your on-the-go co-pilot. Stick around for what this acceleration means as GPT-5, Claude 4.5, and Gemini 3.0 line up next.
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00:00 Grok4 Is Now The Smartest AI In The World
05:19 How Did They Do It?
08:00 Humanities Last Exam
13:12 The AGI Test
18:50 Grok Gaming
23:12 Video Generation
26:01 Grok Heavy Is Insane
32:02 Grok For Tesla
35:39 What's Next
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This morning, the CEO of X, Linda Yaccarino has unexpectedly stepped down just hours before Elon and the xAI team announce the release of Grok 4.
This happens at an interesting time as we have: Grok going rogue last night, Grok4 announcement from Elon this evening, and product legend Nikita Bier recently joining as head of product.
We've compiled all the evidence - Here's everything you need to know about the saga.
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00:00 Linda Steps Down
07:47 Who TF Is Nikita Bier
17:59 OpenAI vs xAI World Building
24:12 Grok4 Integrations
31:09 The X Universe IS HUGE
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