Best Medium Maze Podcasts (2024)

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

5d 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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The Best Of (And Unheard Bits) - Part Nine 40:47

25d ago40:47

40:47

Jamie, Alice and James choose their favourite moments from the 'Porno' archive as well as playing some exclusive never-before-heard bits. This time, the gang look back at some of the "sexiest" moments from the series. Spoiler: It's not sexy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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145: How Technology is Transforming the Construction Industry (ft. Aaron Henderson) 34:18

2M ago34:18

34:18

Technology is changing the way we approach construction - from planning and visualization to project management. In this week's episode, Aaron Henderson of STACK Construction Technologies shares insights from his perspective after having shifted from traditional construction consulting to the tech-driven realm. George and Aaron talk about showcasin…

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The Best Of (And Unheard Bits) - Part Eight 43:51

2M ago43:51

43:51

Jamie, Alice and James choose their favourite moments from the 'Porno' archive as well as playing some exclusive never-before-heard bits. This time, the gang look back at the funniest stories about the man, the myth, the legend, and the author Mr Rocky Flintstone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Gemini Advance: Is It Worth Your Time? 6:06

2M ago6:06

6:06

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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144: The Number One Role of a Product Manager (ft. Blake Reichenbach) 52:35

3M ago52:35

52:35

In 2024, the core principles of PdM haven’t changed. The number one role of a product manager is getting to the root of how serve your customer better. How do you make them LOVE your product and your business. Innovation is the name of the game, but how can you front new technologies while still creating value for customers? This and more on the ep…

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The Best Of (And Unheard Bits) - Part Seven 46:44

3M ago46:44

46:44

Jamie, Alice and James choose their favourite moments from the 'Porno' archive as well as playing some exclusive never-before-heard bits. This time, the gang reminisce about the astonishing range, breadth and questionable quality of the voices and accents in 'Belinda Blinked'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Best Of (And Unheard Bits) - Part Six 57:35

4M ago57:35

57:35

Jamie, Alice and James choose their favourite moments from the 'Porno' archive as well as playing some exclusive never-before-heard bits. This time, the gang get festive looking back at the Christmas specials... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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143: The Intersection of Technology and Playful Learning (ft. Anna Jordan-Douglass) 52:36

4M ago52:36

52:36

George Brooks interviews Anna Jordan-Douglass, the Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Makefully Studios. Anna shares her profound journey through the realms of technology and creativity. Basked with an innate passion for making learning more interactive and fun, Anna explains the sheer magic of assimilating play with education and shares insight…

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The Best Of (And Unheard Bits) - Part Five 46:24

5M ago46:24

46:24

Jamie, Alice and James choose their favourite moments from the 'Porno' archive. This time, it's a starry line-up as they gang look back at their favourite Footnotes guests featuring Dame Emma Thompson, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Dan Levy, Michael Sheen, Nicholas Hoult, Hayley Atwell, Jessie Ware, Elijah Wood, Joe Lycett, Daisy Ridley, Josh Groban, Rachel …

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142: Transforming the Customer Experience with AI (ft. Lamees Butt) 43:51

5M ago43:51

43:51

George Brooks interviews Lamees Butt, the Senior Vice President of Global Alliances and Channels at Zoovu. Lamees shares her passion for improving the customer experience and reducing employee workloads through AI-powered solutions, the importance of focusing on customer value, and reimagining the customer journey to drive growth. They discuss the …

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

6M 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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The Best Of (And Unheard Bits) - Part Four 36:03

6M ago36:03

36:03

Jamie, Alice and James choose their favourite moments from the 'Porno' archive. This time, the gang looked back at times they just couldn't hold it together when reading Rocky's supposedly sexy prose. Expect A LOT of squawking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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AI News Roundup: Canva's Magic Studio, ARC Browser's AI Features, Google Assistant with BARD & More! 9:37

7M ago9:37

9:37

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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141: Mastering Customer-Centric Product Management (ft. Ryan Glasgow) 38:55

7M ago38:55

38:55

George chats with Ryan Glasgow, CEO of Sprig, a seasoned product expert. They discuss the key to successful product development: understanding customer problems. Ryan emphasizes the value of asking the right questions and draws insights from his experience at Weebly, where user feedback revolutionized their mobile app. They also dive into the broad…

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

7M 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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The Best Of (And Unheard Bits) - Part Three 41:03

7M ago41:03

41:03

Jamie, Alice and James choose their favourite moments from the 'Porno' archive as well as playing some exclusive never-before-heard bits. In this episode, the gang share funny stories about coming-of-age through their teenage, university and early London lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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140: Elevating E-Commerce | The Power of User-Centricity (ft. Bryan House) 40:31

7M ago40:31

40:31

George Brooks interviews Bryan House, Chief Experience Officer at Elastic Path. They discuss the world of composable commerce, the synergy between product management and customer success, and the role of user-centricity in e-commerce development. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bon…

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Navigating the AI Subscription Maze, Zoom's New Features, and OpenAI's Upcoming Event 9:09

7M ago9:09

9:09

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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139: AI in the Room | How Sembly.ai Listens, Learns, and Transforms Meetings (ft. Artem Koren) 46:41

8M ago46:41

46:41

George Brooks interviews Artem Koren, Co-founder of Sembly.ai. Artem shares the journey of creating Sembly, an AI-powered meeting companion. Artem unveils Sembly.ai's unique team structures for different technological components and emphasizes the flexibility required in handling NLP (Natural Language Processing) and AI development. The interview s…

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

8M 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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The Best Of (And Unheard Bits) - Part Two 39:30

8M ago39:30

39:30

Jamie, Alice and James choose their favourite moments from the 'Porno' archive as well as playing some exclusive never-before-heard bits. In this episode, the gang look back on their funniest sex, relationship and body stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

8M 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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138: Navigating the Product Launch Maze with Ignition's AI Platform (ft. Karthik Suresh) 39:04

8M ago39:04

39:04

George interviews Karthik Suresh, co-founder of Ignition, a platform that unlocks revenue opportunities by aligning product, marketing, and sales teams around new market initiatives. Ignition aims to help companies achieve a solid product-market fit and successful product launches by providing an AI-powered platform that guides users through the en…

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

8M 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 10:53

9M ago10:53

10:53

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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137: The Secret Sauce Behind SmartSuite's Triumph (ft. Jon Darbyshire) 41:12

9M ago41:12

41:12

Join George in a conversation with Jon Darbyshire, the visionary founder of SmartSuite as they explore the art of user experience, relentless iteration, and the value of customer feedback in crafting a game-changing work management platform. Throughout the episode, Jon reveals the key principles of effective product design, emphasizing the value of…

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

9M 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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The Best Of (And Unheard Bits) - Part One 46:47

9M ago46:47

46:47

Jamie, Alice and James choose their favourite moments from the 'Porno' archive as well as playing some exclusive never-before-heard bits. In this episode, the gang share stories about their weird childhoods. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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136: Supercharge Marketing with Generative AI (ft. Jon Ricketts) 47:44

9M ago47:44

47:44

George Brooks interviews Jon Ricketts, CEO and Co-Founder of a game-changing software platform that is set to transform content creation—Writerly AI powered by Generative AI. Tune in to learn how generative AI is reshaping content creation and marketing automation, and its incredible potential for businesses worldwide. This is a public episode. If …

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AI News: Llama 2, Qualcomm's Next Move, & Apple's Rumored GPT Rival 9:57

9M ago9:57

9:57

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 9:32

9M ago9:32

9:32

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 10:52

10M ago10:52

10:52

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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135: Designing the Future | Crema's Journey from Product Agency to Consultancy 7:44

10M ago7:44

7:44

We regularly preach to our clients that they ought to be seeking ways in which they should be evolving with the times. The same is true for our company. Crema is officially pivoting our business direction in 2023. In this episode, George explains why now. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get acce…

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

10M 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 5:27

10M ago5:27

5:27

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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134: How a Design Consultancy Can Help Shape Your Company's Future 42:28

11M ago42:28

42:28

This week Dan Linhart is joined by Crema's VP of Strategy to explain our new company direction. As we've evolved from a software agency into a design consultancy, we're taking a slightly new approach to our work. Hear how we use design thinking and more holistic strategies to solve highly complex business challenges. And whether you might be a good…

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This Week's AI Snack: Facebook's MusicGen, ClipDrop by Stability AI & More 13:43

11M ago13:43

13:43

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

11M 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

11M 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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133: Innovation through Collaboration | The Storyblocks Design Team (ft. Justin Wieners) 30:55

11M ago30:55

30:55

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit peopleofproduct.substack.comBy George Brooks

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