Best John Siwicki Podcasts (2024)

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Claude 3.5: A Surprising Release from Anthropic 3:15

19d ago3:15

3:15

In this episode of the Stack Snacks Podcast, host John Siwicki discusses the recent release of Claude 3.5 Sonnet by Anthropic. He describes it as a mid-tier model in the Claude family and shares his positive first impressions, particularly praising its coding capabilities and the 'Artifacts' feature. John encourages listeners to try out Claude 3.5 …

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Recap of Apple's Exciting WWDC Announcements 6:21

1M ago6:21

6:21

Recap of Apple's Exciting WWDC Announcements In this episode of Stack Snacks, we dive into the latest Apple Intelligence announcements from their WWDC event. Highlights include new writing tools for Mail, Notes, and Pages, significant enhancements to Siri's natural language understanding and context awareness, as well as upcoming features like imag…

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Exploring AI Features in ClickUp and Coda 4:04

1M ago4:04

4:04

On this episode of the Stack Snacks Podcast as he explores the latest AI features introduced by two popular apps—ClickUp and Coda. Discover how ClickUp's new tool, ClickUp Brain, enhances project management through AI-driven features like knowledge management, task automation, and an AI writer. Then, delve into Coda's innovative Coda Brain, which i…

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Streamline Your Tasks with VoiceNotes 2:38

1M ago2:38

2:38

In this episode, we dive into VoiceNotes, an innovative tool that transcribes your voice recordings and offers a variety of useful features. From creating summaries and to-do lists to generating tweets, blog posts, and emails, VoiceNotes enhances productivity for busy individuals. We share our experiences using the tool, highlighting its convenienc…

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Exploring Perplexity Pages: The New Feature from Perplexity 2:25

1M ago2:25

2:25

Welcome to another episode of Stack Snacks! In this episode, we dive into the exciting new release from Perplexity Search called Perplexity Pages. Episode Highlights: Introduction to Perplexity Search and its unique ability to summarize search results and cite sources. Overview of the new Perplexity Pages feature, which allows users to create mini …

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What We Might See from OpenAI and Google This Week 7:30

2M ago7:30

7:30

Explore the latest updates and speculations surrounding OpenAI's ChatGPT and Google's Gemini ahead of major tech events. Dive into potential AI enhancements and what they could mean for everyday technology interactions. Discussion on the integration of AI with personal and work applications, and how this could revolutionize our digital experience. …

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Did Facebook Just Release A Google Challenger? 9:28

3M ago9:28

9:28

Welcome to another episode of Stack Snacks! In this episode, host John Siwicki explores Facebook Meta's launch of their Meta AI product. He discusses the recent release of Llama 3, an open-source model that rivals GPT-4 in benchmarks. John then dives into the more interesting aspect of the product launch, which is the integration of Meta AI into Wh…

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Exploring Gemini 1.5 Pro and ChatGPT 4 Turbo Breakthroughs 4:11

3M ago4:11

4:11

This episode dives into the latest advancements in the field of artificial intelligence, focusing on recent updates to two major language models: Google's Gemini 1.5 Pro and OpenAI's ChatGPT 4 Turbo. Gemini 1.5 Pro: Currently available for developers through Google's AI Studio (free) and Poe (subscription). Major updates include: Ability to upload …

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Gemini Advance: Is It Worth Your Time? 6:05

5M ago6:05

6:05

In this episode, we're diving into the recent launch of Google's Gemini Advanced model. Join us as we explore whether it's worth your time and investment. Here's what we've got on the menu: * Introduction to Gemini Advanced: A week after its launch, we take a closer look at Google's new AI offering. Is it the chatbot competitor we've been waiting f…

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OpenAI Announces New Models and Features at Dev Day 14:42

8M ago14:42

14:42

John Siwicki discusses the highlights of OpenAI's dev day, focusing on the new updates and features. He mentions the launch of GPT-4 Turbo, a larger model with a 128K context window. He also talks about the new Assistance API, which allows users to deploy their own assistants or agents. Additionally, he mentions the availability of DALL·E Three in …

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AI News Roundup: Canva's Magic Studio, ARC Browser's AI Features, Google Assistant with BARD & More! 9:36

9M ago9:36

9:36

John Swicki provides a news roundup of recent developments in AI. He starts by discussing Canva's new feature called Magic Studio, which includes text-to-design, text-to-video, and text-to-presentation capabilities. He is impressed by the range of features and the ease of use offered by Canva. Next, he talks about Arcmax, a web browser that has int…

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OpenAI Unveils Exciting Updates for Chat GPT and DALL·E 3 11:34

10M ago11:34

11:34

We discus the recent announcements made by OpenAI regarding the updates to their Chat GPT and the introduction of DALL·E 3, their text image system. He highlights the improvements in image generation and the integration of Dolly Three into ChatGPT. He also explores the new features of back-and-forth conversations and voice capabilities in ChatGPT, …

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Navigating the AI Subscription Maze, Zoom's New Features, and OpenAI's Upcoming Event 9:08

10M ago9:08

9:08

Welcome to another episode of Snack Snacks, where we make the complex world of AI digestible! Join John Siwicki at the ungodly hour of 3:45 AM as he dives into the latest updates in the AI landscape. In this episode, we explore: * Anthropic's Claude Pro: Is the subscription model the future of AI? We discuss the pros and cons of Anthropic's new off…

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Latest AI Tools: Ideogram, OpenAI's Mega Prompts, Loom AI, and More! 12:23

10M ago12:23

12:23

John Siwicki is the host of Stack Snacks, a show that aims to make learning about AI simple and fun. He provides insights and commentary on various AI-related topics and shares interesting links and resources with his audience. Summary: In this episode of Stack Snacks, John Siwicki discusses several interesting AI-related topics. He starts by intro…

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Exploring the Latest in AI: TextFX, Visualizing AI, JamBot, and OpenAI's Fine-Tuning Update 10:35

11M ago10:35

10:35

John Siwicki discusses several interesting topics in this episode. He starts by introducing the Text FX project from Google, which offers AI-powered tools for rappers, writers, and wordsmiths. He explores the different tools available, such as Simile Explode, Unexpected Alliteration, and Acronym Fuse Scene Unfold. Next, he mentions a project called…

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Exploring AI Avatars, Video Tools, and Content Magic: A Weekly AI Roundup 9:19

11M ago9:19

9:19

About The Guest(s): John Siwicki is a tech enthusiast and content creator who shares updates and insights on the latest trends in the tech industry. John provides valuable information and reviews on various platforms and tools. Summary: In this episode, John Siwicki shares updates and new developments in the tech industry, particularly in the video…

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AI News: ChatGPT's New Features, Google's Enhanced Search & Meta's AudioCraft 10:52

11M ago10:52

10:52

In this episode, John Siwicki dives into the latest updates from the AI world. He starts with six new features rolling out for ChatGPT, including prompt examples, suggested replies, and the default use of ChatGPT-4 for Plus subscribers. He also discusses the new ability to upload multiple files for the code interpreter and the introduction of keybo…

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AI News: AWS HealthScribe, Llama, and the Open Web 9:13

12M ago9:13

9:13

Welcome back to another episode with your host, John Swicki. This week, we're diving into some exciting new releases from AWS, learning how to train a llama for your own purposes, and exploring a few other intriguing topics. AWS's new release, HealthScribe, is our first point of discussion. This innovative tool automatically generates clinical note…

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AI News: Llama 2, Qualcomm's Next Move, & Apple's Rumored GPT Rival 9:56

12M ago9:56

9:56

In this episode, host John Swicki takes a deep dive into the current state of AI, discussing newly released open-source models, on-device applications, and possible future developments from major tech companies. Highlights of this episode include: * Llama 2's Arrival: John kicks off the episode by reviewing Facebook Meta's recently open-sourced AI …

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Insights into OpenAI, Shopify's AI Leap, and Claude 9:31

12M ago9:31

9:31

Welcome to another episode where we dive deep into the exciting world of artificial intelligence. Here's what we cover in this episode: * OpenAI-AP Collaboration: We discuss the new agreement between OpenAI and the Associated Press to share select news content and technology. OpenAI will have access to part of AP's text archive to refine its model,…

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AI Updates: Chatbot PI, GPT API, and Public.com's Co-pilot 10:51

1y ago10:51

10:51

Show Notes * Chatbot PI's New Update - The chatbot PI has released a new update for their iOS app where users can now speak to it. The bot will talk back, allowing for more interactive conversations. The update also includes six different voice options. However, the feature has not been tested yet due to hardware limitations. [Timestamp: Start - 5:…

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This Week's AI Snack: Stable Diffusion XL 9:19

1y ago9:19

9:19

* Stable Diffusion 0.9: A significant release from Stability AI. The new model has impressive demo images, including an alien walking through Las Vegas and a wolf in Yosemite National Park. Notably, the model has made significant improvements in rendering hands and faces. * ClipDrop.co: A toolset from Stability AI where you can experiment with the …

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AI Snack: Function Calling 5:26

1y ago5:26

5:26

OpenAI API Updates * Notable reduction in the cost of some models: * 75% cost reduction on embeddings * 25% cost reduction for input tokens for GPT 3.5 Turbo * Function Calling Upgrade for GPT3 and GPT3.5: * This new feature allows conversion of natural language queries into API calls or database queries. * Examples include converting queries like …

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This Week's AI Snack: Facebook's MusicGen, ClipDrop by Stability AI & More 13:42

1y ago13:42

13:42

Welcome back, everyone, to our latest deep dive into some of the most interesting technology and design tools out there. Without further ado, let's delve straight in. Music Gen: A Novel Music Creation Tool Our first highlight is an impressive demo from Music Gen, a creation of Facebook's research group. Similar to Google's LLM, Music Gen facilitate…

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Bard Updates, Plugin Discoveries, and AudioPen 11:36

1y ago11:36

11:36

Welcome back to another exciting installment with me, John Siwicki. This week, we have an eclectic mix of fascinating things that caught our attention. Let's dive straight in! First up, we have some intriguing updates from Bard. A couple of days ago, Bard started incorporating location information into their searches, promising a leap towards more …

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AI Snack: Generative Fill 6:52

1y ago6:52

6:52

We kick things off by dissecting Microsoft's latest innovation, Windows Co-Pilot. We delve into its range of functionalities, such as interacting with system settings, summarizing PDFs, and initiating Spotify playlists. Listen in as we shed light on its potential capabilities and anticipated impact on user experience. Then, we turn our attention to…

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AI Snack: GPT iOS App, Google's Music LM and Replicate's Image Playground" 5:14

1y ago5:14

5:14

Links: https://openai.com/blog/introducing-the-chatgpt-app-for-ios https://aitestkitchen.withgoogle.com/experiments/music-lm https://zoo.replicate.dev/?id=a-comic-book-panel-of-ocean-waves-pixel-art-by-salvador-dali-lpe55wlg Transcript: Hello, everyone. Welcome back to the show. I'm John Siwicki, and I appreciate you joining us on our weekly AI rou…

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AI Updates Roundup: Boston Dynamics Integrates ChatGPT and ChatGPT Rolls Out New Settings and Features 3:35

1y ago3:35

3:35

* Boston Dynamics and ChatGPT Integration: Boston Dynamics has integrated ChatGPT into its robots. There's a two-minute video showing their team interacting with a ChatGPT-integrated robot that is definitely worth watching. * ChatGPT Updates: ChatGPT has released new settings. You can now export your data and turn off data collection in the setting…

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This Week In AI: Bard And Dilemmas 6:51

1y ago6:51

6:51

In this episode, we dive into some fascinating discoveries, intriguing discussions, and thought-provoking dilemmas surrounding the world of artificial intelligence and the digital future. We start by discussing the latest substantial update to Google's Bard AI, which now boasts impressive coding capabilities and seamless integration with Google Col…

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Google's AI Race: Redefining Personal Assistance 3:01

1y ago3:01

3:01

In this episode, we g into the exciting world of artificial intelligence, focusing on Google's upcoming AI features and their new project. We examine the challenges Google faces in the competitive AI landscape, especially following the lackluster performance of "Bard," and how it stacks up against ChatGPT. Furthermore, we discuss Google's unique op…

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Poe and Generative Agents 4:14

1+ y ago4:14

4:14

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of Poe.com user bots, interactive simulacra of human behavior, and the AI accountability policy request for comment. Join us as we discuss the implications of these technologies and policy initiatives on society, privacy, and the future of artificial intelligence. Show Notes: Poe.com User Bots * D…

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5 Snacks 6:42

2y ago6:42

6:42

Links Mentioned In The Show https://www.smashingmagazine.com/2022/04/designing-better-breadcrumbs/ https://a11yphant.com/ https://blog.openreplay.com/build-a-lightweight-web-component-with-lit-js https://stackdiary.com/centering-in-css/ https://www.builder.io/blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-optimizing-javascript-for-quick-page-loads --- Support this pod…

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Cloudflare Zaraz 4:39

2+ y ago4:39

4:39

This week Cloudflare rolled out of a beta of a Google Tag Manager alternative Cloudflare Zaraz. https://blog.cloudflare.com/why-cloudflare-bought-zaraz/ https://www.stack-snacks.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stacksnacks/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscriber…

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1 Click Jam and Learning CSS Grid Again 2:06

3+ y ago2:06

2:06

A recap of our latest newsletter on stack-snacks.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stacksnacks/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.stack-snacks.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Core Web Vitals 3:39

4y ago3:39

3:39

We walk through Google's new page speed metrics and how to measure them. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stacksnacks/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.stack-snacks.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more …

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Google Guarantee 2:21

4y ago2:21

2:21

Google started test paid Google my Business profiles --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stacksnacks/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.stack-snacks.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Lighthouse 6.0 3:59

4y ago3:59

3:59

Updates to look out for in Googles Lighthouse tooling. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stacksnacks/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.stack-snacks.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Glitch 4:40

6y ago4:40

4:40

On today's, show we look at Glitch. Glitch is a community where you can create, share and remix some web projects. The unique thing about Glitch is it allows more than just HTML/CSS/JS you can build node apps in the browser. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stacksnacks/support This is a public episode. If you would …

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Webtasks 3:18

6y ago3:18

3:18

On todays show we look at serverless functions and one service that is going to help you write and deploy those quicker. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stacksnacks/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.stack-snacks.com …

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The Goals 1:21

6y ago1:21

1:21

Our goal for this show to showcase tools and products that are going to help all of us get better and grow as developers and designers. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stacksnacks/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.st…

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