Best Frank The Robot Podcasts (2024)

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The AI Argument - S1E23 - Gartner in despair - 80% of AI projects do not fail, they haven't started yet! 31:30

7h ago31:30

31:30

Is AI really in a 'Trough of Disillusionment,' or are we jumping to conclusions too soon? Frank and Justin take a close look at Gartner's claim that AI has peaked and that users are now sliding into disillusionment. With the rapid advances in AI, it seems premature to be disillusioned, but moving beyond the hype might usher in a phase of more focus…

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251. CEA Lettuce Food Safety Bootcamp w. Randall Sanderson 37:41

5h ago37:41

37:41

Randall Sanderson, Director of Food Safety and Quality Assurance at Little Leaf Farms, joins us on this weeks episode of CropTalk to delve into all things related to food safety in Controlled Environment Agriculture. With a wealth of industry experience, we discuss key strategies for keeping your operation safe from pathogens and contaminants, best…

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306 - React Native + Sentry: A Match Made in Heaven with Krystof Woldrich 36:44

13m ago36:44

36:44

In this episode, Robin talks with Krystof Woldrich from Sentry about boosting React Native apps with powerful tools like error monitoring, performance insights, and the new Session Replay, which lets developers see exactly what happened before a crash in real time! This episode is brought to you by Infinite Red! Infinite Red is an expert React Nati…

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Jessica Calarco - Marginalized Groups and the Battle Against Inequities 1:00:44

44m ago1:00:44

1:00:44

A deep and wide ranging conversation with sociologist Jessica Calarco, focusing on educational disparities, class privilege, and social inequities. Key topics included the hidden curriculum in schools, the role of community colleges, and tax policies aimed at economic equality. The conversation began with a focus on the gap between the privileged a…

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Sleep Stories - CA's Transporter One 2:24

33m ago2:24

2:24

Transporter One is part of the origin story of Signal from Cry Alchemy's The Oversense Universe. Transporter One is written, directed, edited, and produced by Ethan Frank. This sci-fi audio drama is performed by Ethan Frank, as well. Enjoy! Let's drift through the science of change together, fellow Future Drifters. @futuredrifterstories on Instagra…

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RNR 305 - On-device AI in React Native with Gant Laborde 39:18

2d ago39:18

39:18

Robin and Mazen are joined by Gant Laborde to explore the world of on-device AI in React Native. They discuss ways of integrating AI on mobile devices, as well as how Infinite Red’s ML Kit simplifies the process—enabling developers to add advanced AI features with ease. This episode is brought to you by Infinite Red! Infinite Red is an expert React…

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Fighting Corruption, Waste and Politics to Address Climate Change. Ethan Elkind Explains 1:00:08

7d ago1:00:08

1:00:08

Ethan Elkind, a leading climate scientist, led us initially into an understanding of why climate goals were not being met and how that affects overall messaging. From there he spoke of the importance of battery technology, solar and wind renewable energies, and transition to minerals such as lithium, cobalt and graphite. He emphasized the need for …

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The AI Argument - S1E21 - Yabadabadoo!!!! 33:55

8d ago33:55

33:55

What happens when a mysterious Twitter account claiming to "rule the world" starts interacting with AI leaders like Sam Altman? Frank and Justin dive deep into the strange saga of iruletheworldmo, an account that appeared to mislead us all last week. → The iruletheworldmo account: AI agent, OpenAI employee, or troll? → Elon Musk’s Grok 2 model: Is …

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RNR 304 - React Navigation V7 with Satyajit Saho 32:35

22m ago32:35

32:35

On this episode, Jamon chats with Satyajit Sahoo about React Navigation version seven's latest updates. They dive into the return of the static API, smoother deep linking, and better TypeScript support. Satyajit also shares what’s coming next and how these changes make life easier for developers. This episode is brought to you by Infinite Red! Infi…

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The AI Argument - S1E20 - Show me the Strawberries!!!! 36:37

22d ago36:37

36:37

Justin makes an unexpected announcement that he has joined the pauser movement. Once he clarifies his stance, it sparks a lively debate with Frank about innovation and the future of AI development. → Speculation and hype surrounding GPT-5 and the planning capabilities it might bring → Elon Musk's use of Twitter data for training AI and its implicat…

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Aimee Allison Foresees a Bright Future for an America Full of Women of Color in Power 59:07

23d ago59:07

59:07

Aimee Allison, Founder of She the People, joined us to talk about the Kamala Harris presidential nomination and the increased and increasing role of women of color in U.S. key positions of political power. We spoke of political organizer, Georgia's Stacey Abrams, as well as the defeat of squad members Cori Bush in a Missouri primary and Jamaal Bowm…

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RNR 303 - Stories from Chain React 2024 41:01

13d ago41:01

41:01

Jamon, Robin, and Mazen are joined by special guest Jed Bartausky to recap Chain React 2024. They highlight memorable talks, workshops, and the fun chaos of organizing the event. We even hear fun stories,like unexpected water damage and DIY letters, that made this year's conference one of the best! This episode is brought to you by Infinite Red! In…

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Matt Abrahams - Think of Your Audience as the North Star of Communication 1:00:11

22d ago1:00:11

1:00:11

Stanford Business School Lecturer, author and host of the popular podcast Think Fast/Talk Smart joined us for an inspired and inspiring hour on overcoming public speech anxiety and communicating effectively. Matt spoke of the importance of focusing on value and being conversational as well as having a map and structure. He talked about deep breathi…

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The AI Argument - S1E19 - Google are trying, but nobody cares! 32:34

8d ago32:34

32:34

Google make some cool moves in the AI space, but does anybody care? Should we trust this new AI-age Zuckerberg who seems so approachable and chill? And is AI just generally overhyped, not producing results, and too expensive to implement? Find out if Frank and Justin can find any common ground on these topics on The AI Argument... Join us live - an…

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#0062 - Investments in AI, US Presidential Race, CrowdStrike Disruption, SearchGPT Launch, and More 41:20

1M ago41:20

41:20

On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster,) and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) discuss the following topics: The Automated Lawn Care Robot from OtO - OtO has released an automated lawn care robot that is smart, easy to set up, and eco friendly. Say goodbye to watering your own l…

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Kelly Corrigan - It's Hard to Make a Family that Works but not Hard to be Useful 57:36

18d ago57:36

57:36

Popular PBS Interviewer and New York Times best-selling author Kelly Corrigan sat down with Michael Krasny to talk about a wide range of topics including her experiences decades ago as Professor Krasny's student as well as her views on interviewing. She spoke of her interviews ("A lot like a date and full of emotion") with Francis Collins; Jennifer…

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The AI Argument - S1E18 - Show me the money!!! 32:17

23d ago32:17

32:17

Getting unconditional cash from Sam Altman every month, OpenAI entering the search arena, and Meta releasing the open source Llama 3.1... These are just three things among the gazillion AI news items Frank Prendergast and Justin Collery are likely to argue about today...By Frank Prendergast and Justin Collery

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Long-Time Trump Critic and Tax and Economics Expert David Cay Johnston Goes After the GOP Nominee and his Running Mate 1:02:03

25d ago1:02:03

1:02:03

Pulitzer prize winning journalist and economics and tax expert David Cay Johnston spoke with us about his long and extensive investigative research on former U.S. president Donald Trump as well as the state of the U.S. economy during the Trump and Biden presidencies. Johnston spoke critically of news organizations, especially of what he characteriz…

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250! Mastering CEA Profitability in 2024 w. Charlie Hall 47:38

2M ago47:38

47:38

CropTalk has made it to episode 250! In this week's special episode, guest host Adam Greenberg of IUNU navigates a compelling discussion with Charlie Hall, esteemed professor at Texas A&M in person at this year's Cultivate tradeshow. Topics include optimizing economic strategies, enhancing profitability, and the broader economics impacting CEA. Cha…

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#0061 - Living Skin on Robots, Extraterrestrials Living Among Us, Kelp Farming, Robotaxis, and More 37:25

2M ago37:25

37:25

On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: @jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster,) and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) discuss the following topics: This Smiling Robot Face Made Of Living Skin is an Absolute Nightmare Fuel - Researchers have been exploring the attachment of actual livi…

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Peter Coyote - Most of Us Have a Kind of Merciless Junkyard Dog in Us 56:55

1M ago56:55

56:55

Acclaimed actor, famed narrative voice and Zen Buddhist priest Peter Coyote joined us in a far reaching dialogue which took in his acting and voice careers as well as his life and his life philosophy and sharp edged political views. We spoke, too, about the content in his latest book, Zen in the Vernacular and his early, preeminent family influence…

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EU AI Act Anger, AI as HR Hire, and Unofficial Big Brand AI Ads: The AI Argument EP17 37:10

2M ago37:10

37:10

Frank and Justin lock horns over the EU's new AI Act. Is it a step towards responsible AI development or a roadblock to progress? Their clash exposes the raw nerves of a tech world grappling with change. → Does the EU's AI Act Boost Regulation or Hinder Innovation? → "Digital Hires" - HR's New Frontier or a Step Too Far? → Can Robots Solve the Manu…

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RNR 302 - Landing a React Native Job with Taylor Desseyn 43:32

1M ago43:32

43:32

Jamon, Robin, and Mazen talk with guest Taylor Desseyn about the current job market for React Native developers. We discuss the changes in hiring trends, remote work shifts during the pandemic, and the demand for React Native developers. Taylor offers insights on interview processes, tips for standing out, and addressing diversity in hiring. This e…

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249. Insights and Strategies for Design and Build Efficiency w. Jeff Lair 24:12

2M ago24:12

24:12

Jeff Lair, Director of Architecture and Engineering at DAG, joins us to discuss insights and strategies for achieving design and build efficiency in Controlled Environment Agriculture. We explore the importance of optimizing processes, balancing cost and operational efficiency, and Jeff offers expert perspectives and forecasts on the evolving lands…

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Frank Bruni - The End Of Nuanced and Complicated Conversations? A Zero Sum Game Fosters Competition Versus Connection 1:02:29

2M ago1:02:29

1:02:29

Leading New York Times writer and best-selling author Frank Bruni joined us for an in-depth discussion of his most recent book The Age of Grievance which focuses on American culture's fall into pessimism and the binary world of choosing sides, tribalism, and the pressing need for compromise and common ground. It is somewhat global (as with Brexit) …

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The AI Argument - S1E16 - Rise of the robots! 36:27

2M ago36:27

36:27

ROBOTS! They're everywhere this week... Join us shortly for The AI Argument where Frank Prendergast and Justin Collery will be having robust discussion of the latest AI news.. Plus a look at what's happening in the world of robots - robots with human brain tissue, robots with living skin tissue, and robots doing warehouse jobs.…

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Self-Driving Cars to Robot Roommates: Robert Scoble Spatial Computing Strategist 58:03

2M ago58:03

58:03

Passion is an understatement when it comes to tech futurist, evangelist, creator of famous Silicon Valley blog Scobleizer, author of six prescient books, podcaster, video journalist, and former Microsoft strategist Robert Scoble. Host Michael Krasny gets down to business, exploring a mind-bending array of topics that will define our technological f…

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#0060 - 12th Annual Startup Ecosystem Report, 16 lab-grown brains, Rivian's $1B From VW, Astronauts Stranded in Space, and More 48:26

2M ago48:26

48:26

On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: @jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster,) and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) discuss the following topics: 12th Annual Startup Ecosystem Report - The GSER, powered by the world’s most quality-controlled dataset on startup ecosystems, analyzes d…

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RNR 301 - RNR Explains: Using Native Driver for Animated 17:58

1M ago17:58

17:58

Jamon and Robin dive into useNativeDriver, the native driver for animations, and explain how it boosts performance and delivers seamless animations in your React Native apps. This episode is brought to you by Infinite Red! Infinite Red is a premier React Native design and development agency located in the USA. With five years of React Native experi…

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The AI Argument - S1E15 - Just give us the goodies Europe!!!! 31:11

2M ago31:11

31:11

AI's level of self awareness, the controversial AI-generated Toys'R'Us commercial, and space-based data centres. Lots to argue about this week. Join us. Pick a side. But for the love of all that's holy, Europe, Apple and OpenAI, just give us the goodies ... please.By Frank Prendergast and Justin Collery

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Maddy Dychtwald - Women Are Different Than Men! 58:13

2M ago58:13

58:13

Author and global futurist Maddy Dychtwald joined us for a wide-ranging deep dive into the subject of her latest best-selling book on the topic of women and aging. We began with her discussing her reasons for writing the book, her work with cutting edge researchers, her erasing of personal hip pain and the longevity revolution. She clarified her ob…

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248. Bridging the Gap between Horticulture and Hospitality w. Jack Maruna 33:47

3M ago33:47

33:47

Jack Maruna, co-founder of Local Grow, joins us to discuss how his startup is helping restaurants and the hospitality industry embrace the benefits of growing their own local produce. In this episode, we explore the marketing advantages of on-site cultivation, hear insights on how to best speak “chef”, and delve into Jack's predictions for the futu…

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Bret Stephens - Competition between the Morally Unfit and the Mentally Unfit 1:07:02

2M ago1:07:02

1:07:02

"Competition between the Morally Unfit and the Mentally Unfit." That was Bret Stephens' take on the U.S. presidential race. We spoke of the race and of immigration, including what Stephens described as "legitimate criticism" of the Biden administration as well as Stephens' own family history and realizing the American dream. He also spoke of the ne…

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#0059 - Special Guest Jesse Middleton Talks About the Flybridge New AI Index and Other AI Developments 43:24

3M ago43:24

43:24

On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: @jgoodtimes83), and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) and joined special guest Jesse Middleton from FlyBridge, who is focused on investing in early-stage AI companies. The group discussed all things AI and FlyBridge’s new AI Index: https://www.flybrid…

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RNR 300 - Special Episode: Ask Us Anything! 43:37

3M ago43:37

43:37

Episode 300 special!! Our hosts celebrate 300 episodes of React Native Radio by taking listener question! Tune in for this fun "Ask Us Anything" episode where listeners and previous guests submit their burning React Native questions for Jamon, Robin, and Mazen. Show Notes RNR 187: Typescript! RNR 196: The art of code review RNR 287: Charlie Cheever…

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The AI Argument - S1E13 - Take a walk on the light side 31:46

3M ago31:46

31:46

Last week was just too heavy, so this week, Frank and Justin argue about the funnier AI news. In this weeks episode, Justin and Frank argue about ... - The reverse Turing Test. In an entertaining role reversal, AI's are tasked with smoking out the human on a train journey, and succeed! By seeking out the least intelligent one in the carriage! - A h…

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Steven Brill - Pallbeaerers for Truth? 57:53

3M ago57:53

57:53

Journalist, entrepreneur and best-selling author Steven Brill joined us to map out why opinions, disinformation and conspiracy theories have become the global death knell for truth. We spoke of why so many people no longer trust facts and Brill's own personal experience with a Russian disinformation operative. He discussed his for-profit business N…

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#0058 - Texas Stock Exchange, IKEA and Roblox, xAI in Memphis, Boeing's Starliner, Dengue Fever, and More… 39:03

3M ago39:03

39:03

On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: @jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster,) and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) discuss the following topics: A Billionaire-Backed Texas Stock Exchange Is In The Works—Here’s What To Know - The Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE), founded in 2023 and owne…

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RNR 299 - What to Expect From React Native in 5 Years 31:25

3M ago31:25

31:25

Where will React Native be in 5 years? We're here to make bold predictions! Join our hosts, Jamon Holmgren and Robin Heinze, as they gather around a crystal ball with special guest Todd Werth. Not only is he CEO of Infinite Red, he's also the voice behind the wildly popular "brought to you by" jokes at the start of every episode. Show Notes Todd an…

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The AI Argument - S1E12 - The fog descends 33:01

3M ago33:01

33:01

Is China stealing America's AI? Should we be worried? Justin is! But Frank is more worried about Sama being a bad guy. Join Frank Prendergast and Justin Collery for this weeks The AI Argument.By Frank Prendergast and Justin Collery

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I'm Anything but a Luddite: An Hour with Entrepreneur Andrew Keen 1:06:25

3M ago1:06:25

1:06:25

Silicon Valley acclaimed entrepreneur and author Andrew Keen of Keen on and Keen on Substack joined us. We heard his views on the Internet and big tech companies and how new agency and a middle ground are needed rather than regulation or new technology. Andrew discussed the future of work as well as failures of Facebook despite its economic success…

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#0057 - OpenAI & Apple Deal, Elon Musk’s Supercomputer, Paying College Athletes, CyberTruck Test Drive, and More 55:56

3M ago55:56

55:56

On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X: @FrankGruber), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster) and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan), and Jamilah Corbitt (X: @JamilahCorbitt) chat about the following topics: OpenAI & Apple - Apple is close to finalizing a partnership with OpenAI to incorporate ChatGPT into iOS 18, aiming to introduce advan…

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The AI Argument - S1E11 - Bioprocessors and potentially sentient AI's, what could possibly go wrong? 34:26

3M ago34:26

34:26

Frank was utterly unimpressed with OpenAI's so called 'Threat Intel Report', but Justin thinks it shows they're serious about safety. That's why we call it The AI Argument. Here's what we argued about last week... → OpenAI's partnership with Moderna → OpenAI's efforts to combat misuse by bad actors → Surveys revealing low frequent usage of AI tools…

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RNR 298 - Create Expo Stack, NativeWind Ul, & Plugin Pro with Dan Stepanov 38:42

3M ago38:42

38:42

Join Mazen with special guest Dan Stepanov as they dive into Create Expo Stack, Native Wind UI, and Plugin Pro! Discover how these tools can enhance your development workflow with seamless configurations, pre-built UI components, and powerful config plugins. Episode Links ShipRN NativeWindUI (Use discount code INFINITERED for $100 off!) Create Expo…

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The AI Argument - S1E10 - Air crash Investigation 32:37

3M ago32:37

32:37

Join Justin and Frank and Frank frets whack-a-mole AI should be regulation. Just says wait until there's a problem and then deal with it! This week join Frank and Justin as they argue about .... → Anthropic's research on controlling AI makes Claude obsess over the Golden Gate Bridge → The legal showdown brewing over an AI voice that sounds suspicio…

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Observations and Advice on Children and Teens from Leading Researcher Ellen Galinsky 55:08

3M ago55:08

55:08

Director of The Bezos Family Foundation and author of Mind in the Making, The Six Stages of Parenthood and The Breakthrough Years, Ellen Galinsky joined us for a deep dive interview starting with the role of neuroscience in understanding the teen brain and then branching out to questions related to teen risky behavior, self-control, decision making…

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Mike Elgan - A Cosmopolitan Bon Vivant on being a Gastronomad and Artificial Intelligence 1:02:13

4M ago1:02:13

1:02:13

Journalist, blogger, columnist, podcaster, and technology writer Mike Elgan joined us live from Venice to talk about being a temporary local and AI. The dialogue began with Mike explaining the life he lives and wrote about in Gastronomad, a life of constant travel and absorbing different cultures while remote work allows for a livable income and st…

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#0056 - AI from ChatGPT to Google, Singularity, Full Body Scans, King Charles Portrait, Backyard Chicken Farmer, and More 43:32

4M ago43:32

43:32

On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: @jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster) and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) chat about the following topics: The 6th birthday of our company, Established! Read our post about it: https://www.startupofyear.com/blog/estturnssix What actually happens whe…

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The AI Argument - S1E9 - Google verses OpenAI ... lets brawl! 32:49

4M ago32:49

32:49

In this weeks episode ... - OpenAI have a low key, and mercifully brief introduction to their latest and flirtiest model - Google responds with a mercilessly long launch fest with too many goodies to mention - and ... if you have safety in your job title, your job isn't safe! OpenAI's superalignment team have left the building. Just Frank and Justi…

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RNR 297 - Jumping over the React Native v0.74 Bridge 21:37

3M ago21:37

21:37

Join Mazen and returning guest Frank Calise as they explore the exciting updates in React Native 0.74! From Yoga 3.0 to the new Bridge-less mode, learn how these updates can make your development smoother and faster. Episode Links Official 0.74 Announcement Blog New Architecture Docs React Native Push Notifications iOS GitHub Android minimum SDK Pr…

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