Join host Paul Spain as he discusses the exciting advancements in processors and AI capabilities from Intel and HP. Paul explores the incorporation of neural processing units (NPUs) in new chips, their impact on performance, and the potential for local AI processing in laptops. Additionally, Paul delves into the competition between Intel's core arc…

Pulitzer-prize winning journalist, author, and former Columbia Journalism School dean (to us!), Steve Coll, takes us deep into the conspiracy-plagued mind of Saddam Hussein, the subject of his latest book The Achilles Trap: Saddam Hussein, the C.I.A., and the Origins of America's Invasion of Iraq. We go deep into the wonky journalism weeds — includ…

Join host Paul Spain as he delves into the world of cybersecurity with Dan Richardson (CyberCX). They discuss the concerns about cybersecurity legislation and the technological advancements that are shaping the cybersecurity landscape in New Zealand and beyond. Plus a look at Tech News from the week including: NZDF testing of space hardware Westpac…

EXCITING NEWS…Season 3 is coming soon! If you’re not subscribed to our podcast or our newsletter, please do so now! You can also follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram. That way, you’ll know immediately when a new episode drops. Today we have a high-energy conversation with Justin Garrett Moore, program director for the Mellon Foundation’s Humanities …

Host Paul Spain is joined by Vanessa Sorenson, head of Microsoft NZ and Chief Partner Officer ANZ, as they discuss the evolving New Zealand tech landscape and Microsoft's role, including local data centre developments, and the advancements and integration of AI technology, Plus Microsoft NZ and Straker collaborate to develop full Te Reo Maori trans…

Host Paul Spain is joined by Tiffany Bloomquist and Rada Stanic from Amazon Web Services (AWS), as they delve into the transformative power of AI services for businesses and leveraging machine learning and the impact of cloud migration. They also explore real-world examples and future opportunities for NZ's tech sector. Discover how AWS is investin…

With Vanessa off for the weekend to explore the world of psychedelics, the podcast has been hijacked by a cabal of furious, loud, and lubricated Jews. Adaam, 3 martinis and a Laphroaig in, is joined by Newsweek opinion editor and author of Second Class Batya Ungar-Sargon, and Free Press reporter and host of The Re-Education podcast Eli Lake. The th…

Host Paul Spain is joined by Philip Whitmore, head of KPMG NZ's Cyber Security team, as they explore the impact of Microsoft AI's controversial images, 2degrees' new CTO, Callaghan Innovation cost cuttings, Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill and US lawmakers' TikTok crackdown. Hear insights on cybersecurity concerns facing businesses in New Zealand,…

In this episode, host Paul Spain is joined by financial advisor Darcy Ungaro (Ungaro & Co.) for a fascinating discussion on investments, the influence of AI on publicly listed companies, and the surge in Bitcoin and NFT prices. From the impact of energy as a raw commodity to the potential of robotics and autonomous vehicles, this episode dives into…

In this tech news edition, host Paul Spain is joined Darcy Ungaro (Ungaro & Co.) as they explore some of the latest in Tech news including, Leap year glitch breaks NZ pay-at-the pumps Gemini AI’s inaccuracies Delays to Amazon’s Auckland building Spark’s new AI training programme State-sponsored hacking Apple ends EV car attempts The latest MacBook …

Join Paul Spain as he sits down with Sam Wood for an insightful conversation about fitness, technology, and entrepreneurship! Sam shares his journey of building 28 by Sam Wood, an online fitness and nutrition program, and how technology has played a pivotal role in the success of the business.By Paul Spain

Lance Bauerfeind, Head of Training & Simulations at Company-X, joins host Paul Spain as they discuss the Apple Vision Pro surprises and the evolving landscape of immersive realities. Plus they look at the latest in tech news, including: Foodstuff NZ's facial recognition trials Phone bans in NZ schools Rocket Labs' junk mission Air Canada chatbot me…

Authors and co-hosts of the Cut the Bull podcast, Charles Love (Race Crazy) and Wilfred Reilly (Taboo, Hate Crime Hoax) join us for a lively conversation/debate about race, history, and K-12 education — and Vanessa gets put in the hot seat. Questions covered include: Should Black history be separate from American history? Are we over-indexing on se…

Alex St. John brought the Silicon Valley startup mindset to the small town of Cambridge, New Zealand. Listen in as host Paul Spain walks through Alex’s fascinating backstory, his achievements facilitating a multibillion dollar change in Microsoft’s gaming trajectory with Direct X, through his New Zealand story with Nyriad (sadly, now being liquidat…

Host Paul Spain dives into the world of electric charging systems with Peter Allington (Singer Electric). Together they explore the global push for standardized EV charging, the challenges of load management, and the exponential growth of electric vehicles in New Zealand. From electrifying Auckland ferries to the complexities of infrastructure upgr…

In this News edition, host Paul Spain and guest Peter Allington (Singer Electric) delve into the hot topics of tech regulation, AI innovation, and the future of virtual reality. They discuss new aid for boaters in the Tory Channel, Social Media CEO's senate hearing concerning the well-being of younger users, Neuralink's brain interface chip's first…