Best On The Couch With The Wilsons Podcasts (2024)

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Rashida Jones Almost Gave Up on Acting Before Her Big Break on ‘The Office’ 44:34

4d ago44:34

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Rashida Jones is an actor, writer, and filmmaker best known for her work on ‘The Office’ and ‘Parks and Recreation’. She sits down with Guy to talk about growing up with dreams of being the President, how acting saved her during a bout of depression in college, and almost quitting acting right before the biggest break of her career. Plus, how becom…

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Joseph Gordon-Levitt: Will Artificial Intelligence Destroy Art As We Know It? 1:19:19

11d ago1:19:19

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Actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt spends a lot of time thinking about creativity, technology, and how the two collide. In this episode, Joseph shares his thoughts on a not-too-distant future in which AI-generated content will be able to “make people laugh, make people cry, and win all the likes and awards”. He also talks about theater programs in school, …

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Death Cab for Cutie’s Ben Gibbard Worked a Temp Job and “Ate Mustard Sandwiches” in the Band’s Early Days (2023) 1:13:59

18d ago1:13:59

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Ben Gibbard is the voice of the bands Death Cab for Cutie and The Postal Service. He talks about Death Cab’s scrappy start, recording their classic album Transatlanticism, how the band learned to defuse internal tensions, and how he approaches songwriting in middle age. This episode was recorded in 2023. Links from the Show: Ben's Tiny Desk Concert…

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Storytelling Secrets from Michael Lewis (The Big Short, Moneyball, The Blind Side) 1:14:30

1M ago1:14:30

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Michael Lewis is one of the most successful authors in recent memory. And in this episode, he dives deep into exactly how he tells unforgettable stories… from “Moneyball”, “The Big Short”, and “The Blind Side” – all adopted into feature films – to his newest bestseller, “Going Infinite” (about Sam Bankman-Fried). You’ll learn how to “surf the world…

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Inside the Mind of Ben Platt, the “Dear Evan Hansen” Star 1 Oscar Short of an EGOT (at 30!) 54:44

1M ago54:44

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Ben Platt is an actor, singer, and songwriter who’s quickly become one of the most decorated performers of his generation. He sits down with Guy to talk about his first professional acting role at age 9, breaking out in “Pitch Perfect” and the runaway success of “Dear Evan Hansen,” finding his voice as an “authentically” queer artist, and the secre…

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Seth Meyers: Lessons in Comedy from 20 Years Inside 30 Rockefeller Plaza (2023) 1:05:32

2M ago1:05:32

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Seth Meyers was a key player in creating some of the best seasons of Saturday Night Live. Now he's hosting Late Night in the very same building. In this classic episode from 2023, you’ll hear how his two-person comedy show in Chicago randomly landed him in front of just the right person to get him an audition at SNL. Seth also opens up about the an…

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Michael McDonald: I Went from “Couch Surfing” to Playing Arenas… in Just a Few Days! 1:08:38

2M ago1:08:38

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Michael McDonald brought his legendary singing voice and songwriting talent to not one but two legendary bands: Steely Dan and The Doobie Brothers, the latter of which earned him a spot in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Michael sits down with Guy to talk about writing classic songs on envelopes and forgetting about them for years; feeling self-consc…

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“Bob Dylan Pushed Me Way Out of My Comfort Zone”: T Bone Burnett, the Mysterious 13X Grammy Winning Producer and Soundtrack Wizard 57:46

2M ago57:46

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T Bone Burnett is one of the most accomplished music producers of the past 50 years. He sits down with Guy to talk about buying a recording studio at age 17; being pushed out of his creative comfort zone by Bob Dylan on the Rolling Thunder Revue tour; building soundtracks for the Coen Brothers and True Detective; and why, at age 76, he’s the happie…

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David Duchovny: His Journey from PhD Student to The X-Files, Why He Writes Novels and Music, and Failure as a "Rich" Experience 1:03:32

2M ago1:03:32

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David Duchovny sits down with Guy to talk about his wide-ranging creative life. He describes the “gut instinct” that led him to drop out of a Yale literature program and pursue acting; his iconic roles as Agent Mulder in The X-Files and Hank Moody in Californication; why he writes novels and makes music; and embracing failure as a critical learning…

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Lainey Wilson: The Reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year Who "Felt Like a Complete Outsider Moving to Nashville to Chase My Dreams" (2023) 49:30

2M ago49:30

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Lainey Wilson burst onto the country music scene in 2022 with her album Sayin’ What I’m Thinkin’. But for seven years before that, she struggled to make it in the high-pressure Nashville music scene. And before that, she was a kid from a tiny town in rural Louisiana with a dream of being a country star. In this encore episode from 2023, Lainey join…

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Billy Idol: “Underneath the Drugs and Acting Out is Someone Who Really Believes in What He’s Doing” 1:15:52

3M ago1:15:52

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One of the first – and biggest – stars of the MTV era, Billy Idol is nothing short of a rock icon. He sits down with Guy Raz to share how the Sex Pistols inspired him to start a band instead of working for his dad; the stories behind the songs “Dancing with Myself” and “Rebel Yell”; his famously edgy image and lifestyle; and the workout routine tha…

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Oskar Eustis: Bringing “Hamilton” to the Stage and Making Theater Accessible to All 1:04:53

3M ago1:04:53

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Oskar Eustis is the Artistic Director at the Public Theater in New York City. He sits down with Guy to talk about “falling into the avant-garde rat hole” early in his career; convincing Lin-Manuel Miranda that Hamilton was more than a concept album; bringing theater to senior centers, women’s shelters, and prisons; and why he believes performing ar…

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X Ambassadors: How a "Fake Manager" and an Accidental Jeep Jingle Ignited the Band’s Massive Success 1:19:44

3M ago1:19:44

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Sam Harris is the frontman for X Ambassadors, a multi-platinum pop rock trio from Ithaca, New York. Sam sits down with Guy to talk about his bond with his brother and bandmate Casey, who was born blind; how X Ambassadors felt “so not cool” and faced lots of rejection while trying to make it in the Brooklyn indie rock scene of the late 2000s; and ho…

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Natalie Merchant: Loneliness is My Signal to "Get Busy" and Create 48:27

3M ago48:27

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Singer-songwriter Natalie Merchant shot to fame as the lead vocalist for the indie-folk band 10,000 Maniacs, then left the band at the height of their popularity to build a successful solo career. She sits down with Guy to talk about the political concerns that animate her work; what a dinner with Allen Ginsberg and Philip Glass taught her about cr…

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Rainn Wilson on Becoming Dwight Schrute the “Nerd Bully”, Anxiety, and his Spiritual Reawakening (2023) 1:01:39

4M ago1:01:39

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Actor Rainn Wilson is best known for playing Dwight on "The Office," but in recent years he has become a mental health and spirituality advocate through his books and production company, SoulPancake. He joins Guy to talk about auditioning for the role of Michael Scott, the deep anxiety he faced as a young actor, his ensuing search for inner peace, …

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From $100k in Debt to #1 Independent Country Artist (NO Record Deal) | Cody Jinks 1:10:14

4M ago1:10:14

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Singer-songwriter Cody Jinks shares his journey from heavy metal frontman and part-time bouncer and forklift driver to country music’s top independent artist. He talks about enduring years of poverty in order to keep 100% ownership over his publishing (“it was worth it”); how he wrote the 2x-platinum track “Loud & Heavy”; finding sobriety; and evol…

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Louis Cato: Stephen Colbert’s Soulful Band Leader on Spiritual Music, Lessons from a Near-Death Experience, and Becoming Himself on Stage 1:17:59

4M ago1:17:59

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Every weeknight, Louis Cato performs live in front of a few million people as the band leader for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. He arranges the tunes, sets the tone, and plays multiple instruments himself; Colbert calls him a “musical genius”. Today, Louis talks about the multi-decade journey that led him here – from listening to “only Jesus …

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Viral Music Phenom Jacob Collier: This “Life-Changing” Moment Unlocked New Creative Powers 1:05:28

4M ago1:05:28

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Jacob Collier has been called the “Mozart of Gen Z” by the New York Times. As a teen, his one-man-band performances went viral and led to a cold email from (and friendship with) music legend Quincy Jones – something he discusses in this episode. He also talks about his childhood, where he gets his ideas, why doesn’t make pop hits, and his most rece…

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Songwriting Secrets Behind 70 BILLION Streams: Ryan Tedder (2023) 57:34

5M ago57:34

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Ryan Tedder is the lead singer of OneRepublic and the producer and songwriter behind countless hits including Adele’s Rumor Has It and Beyonce’s Halo. Tedder even sold his own catalog for a reported $200 million. He joins Guy to talk about growing up in a religious family, tackling his stagefright (“I was shaking backstage”), using personal experie…

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Hilary Swank: Moving to Hollywood with $75 and Whether She’d Do “Boys Don’t Cry” Today 45:39

5M ago45:39

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Hilary Swank is one of just 14 women to win not one but two Academy Awards for Best Actress (Boys Don’t Cry, Million Dollar Baby). And as you’ll learn today, her life story just as remarkable as her career: from growing up in a trailer park (“it was no big deal”) to moving to L.A. as a teenager and living with her mom in their car for a time while …

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Regina Spektor: From Temping as a Receptionist to Your Favorite Artist's Favorite Artist 1:01:14

5M ago1:01:14

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Regina Spektor is one of the most critically-acclaimed and respected singer-songwriters of the past 25 years. She’s also one of the most thoughtful and open guests we’ve had on this show. Today, you’ll learn how Regina went from medical receptionist writing lyrics on post-it notes to rising star in the NYC music scene; how she overcame her fear tha…

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Stepping Out of My Comfort Zone | Self Expression Night in North Port 6:19

5M ago6:19

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Join me on a Wednesday night in North Port for a fun-filled session of self-expression. Just like you, I'm also my harshest critic when it comes to performances. Find relatable content as I share my thoughts post-performance, imagining myself facing Simon Cowell on AGT. This video is about not taking things too seriously and stepping out of your co…

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Peak Performance with Anthony Trucks: Redefining Success, Overcoming Challenges, and Enriching Life 16:49

5M ago16:49

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In this podcast episode, Mr. Anthony Trucks, a highly successful author, coach, and speaker, shares his journey and philosophy towards achieving peak performance. He talks about the impact of mentors, benefits of regular routines, and importance of fulfilling personal and professional responsibilities in order to build a successful and satisfying l…

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Embracing the Power of Generative AI with Kieran Gilmurray 51:51

5M ago51:51

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In this enlightening discussion, technology expert Kieran Guilmurray shares his insights into the world of Generative AI and Intelligent Automation. He talks about his journey in the tech industry and how these transformative technologies have revolutionized industries and brought about significant improvements. For more info and episodes visit: ht…

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Ai Insights: Hailey Wilson, Fairy Godmother of AI 54:23

5M ago54:23

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In this episode of the AI training podcast, we welcome a very special guest, Hailey Wilson, also known as the 'Fairy Godmother of AI.' Hailey shares her journey in the AI world, from starting her own business to creating an amazing AI community. For more info and episodes visit: https://www.openaitraining.com Discover her thoughts on AI tools like …

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Automating Success: Aaron Steele's Revolutionary Approach to Content Marketing and AI Efficiency 49:41

5M ago49:41

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In this conversation, Aaron Steele discusses his journey into automation and his expertise in content marketing automation. He shares how he developed a platform called Engine that automates the creation and scheduling of social media content. Aaron emphasizes the importance of identifying pain points and considering the broader context of an organ…

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Mastering the Couch Market: AI, Entrepreneurship, and the Quest for the Perfect Sofa with Alex Back 46:17

5M ago46:17

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In this conversation, Mark Latimer interviews Alex Back, the CEO of Couch.com. They discuss the origins of Couch.com and its mission to help consumers find and buy couches. Alex shares his lessons learned in entrepreneurship, including the importance of taking a slow and steady approach. He also talks about the challenges of being a leader and the …

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Leading with AI: Fractional Leadership and Personalized Innovation with Adi Vaxman and Mark Latimer 47:02

5M ago47:02

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In this episode, Mark Latimer interviews Adi Vaxman, head of Shiba Consulting, about fractional leadership and leveraging AI in business. Adi explains that fractional leadership involves bringing in experienced C-level executives on a part-time basis to outsource specific roles. She discusses the industries she works with and the common challenges …

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Chef David Chang (Momofuku): “I’m Addicted to Creative Excitement” 1:08:32

5M ago1:08:32

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David Chang is the founder of Momofuku, a culinary brand that grew from a single 600-square-foot location to include a Michelin-starred restaurant, a bakery and dessert chain, and a line of consumer packaged goods. David joins Guy to talk about opening his first restaurant after his epiphany about ramen on a trip to Japan; the panic and anxiety he …

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AI Revolution: Cory Warfield's Insights on Tech's Next Leap | AI Training Podcast with Mark Latimer 1:26

5M ago1:26

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Join Mark Latimer in an enlightening conversation with Cory Warfield, a tech enthusiast and AI expert, with an incredible 500,000 followers on LinkedIn! Cory is a genius. In this episode of the AI Training Podcast. Dive into a discussion on the rapid evolution of AI technology, its implications for privacy, business, and society, and the endless po…

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Empowering Visionaries: Roxy Talks Iconic Business Building & Personal Growth | AI Training Podcast 28:06

5M ago28:06

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In this inspiring episode of the AI Training Podcast, join host Mark Latimer as he dives into a profound conversation with Roxy, the founder of Roxy Talks. Roxy shares her insights on empowering visionaries to build iconic, world-altering businesses and manifest their boldest desires. Roxy's journey is a testament to the power of positive thinking …

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Entrepreneurship, Philanthropy, and the Power of Integrity with Greig Clark and Mark Latimer 53:06

5M ago53:06

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00:00 - Introduction and Background 00:42 - Contrasting Questions from 10 Years Ago 01:02 - Greg Clark's Introduction and Background 01:23 - Mix of Consulting and Philanthropy 01:42 - Involvement in Charities and Trails Youth Initiative 02:19 - Discussion about Trails Youth Initiative Project 07:39 - Importance of Keeping Promises and Working with …

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AI and the Future of Learning: Navigating the Digital Shift with Josh Cavalier and Mark Latimer 49:06

5M ago49:06

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0:00:00 - Introduction 0:02:00 - Josh's Background in eLearning 0:04:30 - AI in Content Creation 0:06:00 - Future of eLearning and AI 0:08:00 - AI's Impact on Copyright 0:10:30 - Business Adaptation to AI 0:12:45 - Personal Reading Recommendations 0:15:00 - AI and Data Analytics 0:18:00 - Challenges in eLearning 0:20:15 - Role of AI in Personalized…

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How Dan Aykroyd Created "Ghostbusters" and His Thoughts on the Female-Led Reboot 1:01:20

5M ago1:01:20

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Dan Aykroyd was the youngest cast member on a brand new comedy show called Saturday Night Live when it premiered in 1975. In addition to iconic performances as Julia Child and a Conehead, Dan also created a real blues band called The Blues Brothers with fellow cast mate John Belushi. In this episode, Dan talks with Guy about playing drums behind Mu…

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Jake Johnson: His Creative Crisis on “New Girl”, Anna Kendrick Chemistry, and the “Dog” Mentality that Carried Him from Dropout to Director 1:23:20

6M ago1:23:20

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Jake Johnson is an actor, comedian, writer, and director who is best-known for playing Nick Miller on the sitcom New Girl. He’s also one of the voices of Spiderman in the animated movies and he wrote, directed, and stars in the new comedic thriller Self Reliance. In this episode, Jake shares a life story filled with hilarious and poignant moments –…

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Unveiling AI's Transformative Power with Isar Meitis and Mark Latimer on The AI Training Podcast 51:29

6M ago51:29

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In this engaging podcast episode, join Mark Latimer in conversation with Isar Meitis, as they delve into a myriad of insightful topics. From Isar's unique background and experiences to the intertwining worlds of AI and business, this episode is packed with wisdom and revelations. Isar Meitis is a seasoned CEO with expertise in various sectors like …

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Jesse Tyler Ferguson: Playing a Gay Parent on Modern Family Was a Lot of Pressure 1:03:07

6M ago1:03:07

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Jesse Tyler Ferguson played one of the most important TV characters of the past 25 years. The role of Mitchell Pritchett – the openly gay lawyer and father on Modern Family – brought Jesse fame; praise; a deep sense of meaning; and as you'll hear in this episode, some criticism, too. In this wide-ranging conversation, Jesse talks about trusting his…

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Jewel: When I Was Poor, I Rejected $1M and Built a Plan for My Happiness 1:27:21

6M ago1:27:21

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Singer-songwriter Jewel shares her incredible life story, from yodeling in bars as a kid to becoming homeless as a teenager and shortly thereafter becoming one of the most sought-after musicians in the world. She tells Guy about the mental exercises and Stoic philosophy she relied on as she climbed out of homelessness; why she declined a $1 million…

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Logic on His "Farewell" Album and Retiring to Rural Oregon 55:35

6M ago55:35

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Bobby Hall -- better known by his stage name Logic -- first started making waves in the rap scene with his 2010 mixtape "Young, Broke, and Infamous". In 2018, he blew up and received two Grammy nominations for a song he titled 1-800-273-8255, which is the phone number for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. But just a couple years later, he a…

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Andy J. Pizza: This Author-Illustrator Wants to Give You a Creative Pep Talk 58:43

7M ago58:43

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Andy J. Pizza is the best-selling author-illustrator of Invisible Things and the host of Creative Pep Talk, his long-running podcast about building a creative career. In this episode, Andy talks about growing up as a hyper-creative but unfocused kid; his rocky journey to developing a unique artistic style; a medical diagnosis that changed his life …

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DJ Shadow on Creating the First Ever Completely Sampled Album 1:05:04

7M ago1:05:04

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DJ Shadow, aka Josh Davis, was and is a famous crate digger. He could spend hours in a record store collecting obscure albums, looking for interesting melodies and beats to sample and mix together on his turntables. And in 1996, Josh used this encyclopedic knowledge of music to create the first ever completely sampled album as DJ Shadow. The album,…

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Brian Grazer: How Curiosity Led to $15 Billion at the Box Office 57:19

7M ago57:19

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Brian Grazer is the award-winning producer of many iconic and successful films and TV shows, like Apollo 13, The Da Vinci Code, A Beautiful Mind, Frost/Nixon, Friday Night Lights, 24, and Arrested Development. More than 40 years ago he co-founded Imagine Entertainment with director Ron Howard. Together their films have made more than 15 billion dol…

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AI Joyride: Get Ready to Play! 9:37

7M ago9:37

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00:01: Intro 01:26: Surreal AI art 02:54: Diverse AI music 04:00: Infinite AI gaming 05:18: Virtual influencers 06:36: Chatbot humor 07:57: AI-generated memes 09:07: Dreamy image reinterpretations 10:18: Dynamic AI storytelling 11:29: Robot performers 12:43: Culinary AI adventures 13:57: AI comedian-style jokes 15:07: Avant-garde AI fashion 16:18: …

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AI Chronicles: Learning from Mistakes, Advancing Responsibly 11:25

7M ago11:25

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00:01: Intro 01:21: Microsoft's Tay: Mimicking negativity 03:02: Uber's fatality: Safety concerns 05:00: Amazon's bias: Gender discrimination 06:24: Google misclassifies: Algorithmic bias 08:28: IBM Watson criticized: Contradicting guidelines 09:55: Facial recognition misidentifies: Bias concerns 11:23: Tesla's Autopilot incidents: Safety questions…

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Unlocking Futures: AI and Jobs Revolution 14:13

7M ago14:13

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00:01: Intro 01:21: Dispelling AI myths 03:02: Human-AI collaboration 05:00: Transformative jobs 06:24: Economic growth 08:28: Unforeseen opportunities 09:55: Human oversight 11:23: Continuous learning 12:53: AI job contributor 14:20: Entrepreneurial opportunities 15:32: Workplace collaboration 16:29: Closing gratitude…

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Futuristic Horizons: Navigating Tomorrow's AI Landscape 13:00

7M ago13:00

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00:05: Intro 01:33: Setting the stage for the future 03:12: Rapid evolution of AI, GPT releases 04:50: Future trends in AI: language translation, machine learning 06:22: Ethical implications and cautious releases 08:03: Perspective on time and the subjective impact of AI 09:51: Challenges and concerns in the future of AI 11:31: Embracing AI collabo…

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Harmony of Creativity: Exploring AI's Impact on Art, Music, and Writing 7:38

7M ago7:38

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00:02: Intro 00:22: Episode recap: Real-world AI applications 01:35: AI and creativity exploration 03:13: AI's impact on art 04:41: AI in music composition 09:42: AI as a writing tool 11:11: Ethical considerations in creative AI 12:54: Fusion of AI and human creativity 14:34: Call to action: Explore and share your AI projects 15:51: Closing gratitu…

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Revolutionizing Reality: AI Training Unleashes Real-World Applications 8:30

7M ago8:30

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00:01: Intro 00:23: Previous episode's quick recap. 00:38: Preview of real-world AI applications. 02:08: AI in everyday life. 03:50: AI revolutionizing healthcare. 05:11: AI reshaping finance. 06:47: AI transforming education. 09:27: AI's impact on manufacturing. 11:18: AI applications for environmental challenges. 12:42: Outro, call to share AI ex…

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Breaking Boundaries: AI in Pop Culture and Unleashing its Power in Real Life 12:14

7M ago12:14

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00:02: Intro 01:21: Media shapes AI perception. 02:33: Explore AI stereotypes. 04:19: Hal from 2001 Odyssey. 05:56: Encourage AI curiosity. 07:31: Positive and negative AI narratives. 09:13: Infuse gratitude into AI. 10:33: Impact of culture on AI perception. 12:12: Constant tech evolution. 13:54: Share favorite AI portrayals. 15:22: Outro, upcomin…

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Ethics Unveiled: Navigating the Ai Landscape with a Moral Compass 15:49

7M ago15:49

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00:14: Intro 01:30: Define ethics in AI, address biases. 02:53: Explore ethical considerations in AI. 04:01: Historical perspective on AI, lessons learned. 05:10: Current ethical issues in AI. 06:55: Impact of bias on AI decision-making. 08:23: Ethics in data privacy, transparency, accountability. 10:11: AI's impact on jobs, mitigation strategies. …

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