Best Spec Network Podcasts (2024)

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Zooming Out on AI, from the Nick Halaris Show 1:34:18

1h ago1:34:18

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Nathan Labenz joins the Nick Halaris Show to discuss the current AI landscape, balancing enthusiasm with critical analysis. This episode of The Cognitive Revolution explores AI's transformative potential in medicine, law, and automation, while addressing concerns about safety, control, and geopolitical implications. Join us for an insightful conver…

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From Poetry to Programming: The Evolution of Prompt Engineering with Riley Goodside of Scale AI 1:27:23

13m ago1:27:23

1:27:23

Nathan hosts Riley Goodside, the world's first staff prompt engineer at Scale AI, to discuss the evolution of prompt engineering. In this episode of The Cognitive Revolution, we explore how language models have progressed, making prompt engineering more like programming than poetry. Discover insights on enterprise AI applications, best practices fo…

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Portraying Confidence in the Face of the Unknown 16:54

2h ago16:54

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In today's episode we discuss how you might build your confidence without being disingenuous. This isn't a lesson in psychology or tricks - it's about building true confidence in what you do (and importantly, don't) know. 🙏 Today's Episode is Brought To you by: Unblocked Your developers know how to write code. What they’re missing is the context to…

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Long-Term Memory for LLMs, with HippoRAG author Bernal Jiménez Gutierrez 1:24:22

3h ago1:24:22

1:24:22

Nathan interviews Bernal Jimenez Gutierrez, creator of HippoRAG, a novel approach to retrieval augmented generation inspired by the human hippocampus. In this episode of The Cognitive Revolution, we explore how HippoRAG improves on traditional RAG systems, its neuroanatomical inspiration, and its potential for handling complex queries requiring mul…

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Now, Next, Later, Never - A Simple Daily Framework for Managing Information and Prioritization 26:21

1h ago26:21

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In today's episode, we'll discuss an absolutely simple structure for prioritization and information flow in your daily work. The flow relies on a basic text editor - that's it! 🙏 Today's Episode is Brought To you by: Unblocked Your developers know how to write code. What they’re missing is the context to know what code to write. Unblocked gives eng…

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Guaranteed Safe AI? World Models, Safety Specs, & Verifiers, with Nora Ammann & Ben Goldhaber 1:46:15

40m ago1:46:15

1:46:15

Nathan explores the Guaranteed Safe AI Framework with co-authors Ben Goldhaber and Nora Ammann. In this episode of The Cognitive Revolution, we discuss their groundbreaking position paper on ensuring robust and reliable AI systems. Join us for an in-depth conversation about the three-part system governing AI behavior and its potential impact on the…

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The ARC Prize: Efficiency, Intuition, and AGI, with Mike Knoop, co-founder of Zapier 1:58:32

7h ago1:58:32

1:58:32

Nathan interviews Mike Knoop, co-founder of Zapier and co-creator of the ARC Prize, about the $1 million competition for more efficient AI architectures. They discuss the ARC AGI benchmark, its implications for general intelligence, and the potential impact on AI safety. Nathan reflects on the challenges of intuitive problem-solving in AI and consi…

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A Foundation Model for Food, with Chef Robotics CEO Rajat Bhageria 1:18:39

2d ago1:18:39

1:18:39

Nathan explores the future of food production with Rajat Bhageria, founder and CEO of Chef Robotics. In this episode of The Cognitive Revolution, we delve into how AI and robotics are revolutionizing food assembly, potentially reshaping the entire food industry. Discover insights on imitation learning, data flywheel effects, and the vision of acces…

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Delving into The Prompt Report, with Sander Schulhoff of LearnPrompting.org 1:18:50

4d ago1:18:50

1:18:50

Nathan welcomes back Sander Schulhoff, creator of LearnPrompting.org, to discuss the recently released Prompt Report. In this episode of The Cognitive Revolution, we explore the current state of prompting techniques for large language models, covering best practices, challenges, and emerging trends in AI. Join us for an in-depth conversation on the…

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Building an Intelligent Business OS, with Runway CEO Siqi Chen 1:15:10

7d ago1:15:10

1:15:10

Nathan interviews Siqi Chen, CEO of Runway, about revolutionizing business finance through AI. In this episode of The Cognitive Revolution, we explore how Runway is creating an intelligent business operating system that generates financial scenarios and explains complex metrics. Siqi shares insights on AI's future impact on finance, business, and s…

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Bias to Action As A Skill 12:49

19d ago12:49

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You have seen "bias to action" on job requirements, but what does this really mean? Is it something that can be learned? Make sure you know the difference between this skill and a more automatic cognitive bias. 📮 Ask a Question If you enjoyed this episode and would like me to discuss a question that you have on the show, drop it over at: developert…

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The State Space Model Revolution, with Albert Gu 1:44:44

10d ago1:44:44

1:44:44

Nathan hosts Albert Gu, assistant professor at CMU and co-founder of Cartesia AI, to discuss the groundbreaking Mamba architecture. In this episode of The Cognitive Revolution, we explore the state space model revolution, diving into the technical details of Mamba and Mamba 2. Join us for an insightful conversation on the future of AI architectures…

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Film Inquiry, Interview with Zoe Hodge, an ISA Top 25 Screenwriter to Watch in 2024 17:29

11d ago17:29

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Zoë Hodge is an award winning writer & director born in the Boogie-Down-Bronx. Her work often explores yearning & the deep solitude that comes from denying yourself. As a writer, Zoë grew up on Everybody Hates Chris and Jane Austen adaptations.By Kristy Strouse

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AI Safety Regulations: Prudent or Paranoid? with a16z's Martin Casado 1:51:10

16d ago1:51:10

1:51:10

Dive into the profound discussion on AI expectations and the future with Martin Casado, General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz, as we unpack the complexity of AI systems and their potential impact on the world. Explore the differing viewpoints on AI's epistemics, possible regulatory standards, and the art of predicting AI advancements. Gain insight…

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Fluid Intelligence: Simulating Solutions with Tim Duignan 1:56:30

17d ago1:56:30

1:56:30

Explore the fusion of AI and computational chemistry with University of Queensland's researcher, Tim Duignan. Learn about transforming our understanding of electrolytes, the art of simulating physical processes using neural networks, and the potential of AI in scientific breakthroughs. Discover Tim's journey creating AI models for complex system pr…

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FSS 49: Script & Story Consultant Jen Grisanti, on the State of writing for TV Today 1:16:47

29d ago1:16:47

1:16:47

This is the replay of a live event Max & Scott did along with the International Screenwriters' Association. They welcomed screenwriting aficionado Jen Grisanti, who has a long history of working with screenwriters as an executive and consultant.By Max Timm & Scott Markus

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The AI Doctor Can See You Now, with Vivek Natarajan and Khaled Saab from Google 1:39:35

1M ago1:39:35

1:39:35

Dive into the future of medicine with Google researchers Khaled Saab and Vivek Natarajan, discussing the breakthroughs in AI for healthcare. Discover how AI doctors may soon provide high-quality medical advice, enhancing global access to healthcare. Learn about the innovative use of large language models in medical applications and the potential fo…

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The Case for Cautious AI Optimism, from the Consistently Candid podcast 1:47:40

24d ago1:47:40

1:47:40

Dive into an accessible discussion on AI safety and philosophy, technical AI safety progress, and why catastrophic outcomes aren't inevitable. This conversation provides practical advice for AI newcomers and hope for a positive future. Consistently Candid Podcast : https://open.spotify.com/show/1EX89qABpb4pGYP1JLZ3BB SPONSORS: Oracle Cloud Infrastr…

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Power and Responsibility of Large Language Models | Safety & Ethics | OpenAI Model Spec + RLHF | Anthropic Constitutional AI | Episode 27 16:38

26d ago16:38

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With great power comes great responsibility. How do Open AI, Anthropic, and Meta implement safety and ethics? As large language models (LLMs) get larger, the potential for using them for nefarious purposes looms larger as well. Anthropic uses Constitutional AI, while OpenAI uses a model spec, combined with RLHF (Reinforcement Learning from Human Fe…

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Building Brave: Private Search, One AI Layer at a Time with Josep M. Pujol 1:27:39

29d ago1:27:39

1:27:39

In this episode of the Cognitive Revolution, join us as we dive into a compelling conversation with Josep M. Pujol, Chief of Search at Brave, about the complexities of developing a privacy-focused search engine. Explore how Brave maintains user data privacy while managing over 1 million searches per hour with an AI-powered system. Gain insights int…

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Investing in AI for Hard Tech, with Eric Vishria of Benchmark and Sergiy Nesterenko of Quilter 54:43

1M ago54:43

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Dive into the world of AI investments with Eric Vishria of Benchmark and Sergiy Nesterenko of Quilter. Explore the future of AI in hardware design, the strategies for venture capital investment in the AI era, and the impact on society. Discover why Benchmark has yet to invest in foundation model companies and the significance of solving enduring pr…

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Open Source AI Part 2 | Meta Llama | Mistral | How open is open source? | Episode 26 13:28

1M ago13:28

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So what are notable Open Source Large Language models? In this episode, I cover Open Source models from Meta the parent company of Facebook, a French AI company called Mistral currently valued at $2B dollars, in addition to Microsoft and Apple. Not all Open Source models are equally open, so I’ll go into restrictions you’ll want to know before usin…

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Feeling the AGI with Flo Crivello 1:25:39

1M ago1:25:39

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In this episode of the Cognitive Revolution, Nathan engages in a critical dialogue with Flo Crivello on the trajectory of AI development. They touch upon the imminent arrival of AGI, the potential risks of a US-China AI arms race, and the complexities of AI safety and international cooperation. Explore their perspectives on regulation, technologica…

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Inside Google’s AI Studio with Logan Kilpatrick 1:12:36

1M ago1:12:36

1:12:36

Join us for an engaging chat with Logan Kilpatrick where we discuss the latest AI developments and Google's strategy in pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence. Learn about the competitive state of AI, the groundbreaking Gemini 1.5 Flash model, and get a glimpse into the future of AI fine-tuning. Gain insights on Google DeepMind's researc…

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The Implications of AI on the Global Balance of Power with Alex Wang, Andrew Ng, Jack Clark and Cory Booker 33:03

1M ago33:03

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Tune in to today's special episode airing a recent panel with the founders of Scale AI, Anthropic, and AI Fund who gathered in Washington DC to discuss China as an adversary. They argue that the papers out of Tsinghua University are just as impressive as those coming out of American universities. China is just as creative, but maybe even more motiv…

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Open Source AI Part 1: Why is it important? | Which is more dangerous for humanity: Open Source or Closed Source AI? | Episode 25 16:29

1M ago16:29

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Why should you consider using an open source Large Language Model, and why are these models crucial to the generative AI ecosystem? In this episode, we'll explore why enterprises and entrepreneurs are turning to open source LLMs like Meta's Llama for their cost-effectiveness, control, privacy, and security benefits. We'll also tackle the hot topic …

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Managing Using Core Indicators of Team Outcomes 14:09

1M ago14:09

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In this episode, we use the Start / Stop / Continue framework in a new way. As leaders, we should always know what outcome indicators a given discussion is based on. In this episode, we discuss the three core outcome indicators for managers to pay close attention to. 📮 Ask a Question If you enjoyed this episode and would like me to discuss a questi…

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AI Scouting Report: NOT Investment Advice Edition 1:04:24

2M ago1:04:24

1:04:24

Tune in to this special episode of the Cognitive Revolution for AI scouting report. We cover the state of the art in AI applications for medicine, key AI concepts, and how these technologies could influence society. SPONSORS: Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is a single platform for your infrastructure, database, application development, and AI ne…

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Anthropic's Claude chatbot | Benchmarking LLMs | LMSYS Leaderboard | Episode 24 10:35

2M ago10:35

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In this solo episode, we go beyond Google's Gemini and OpenAI's ChatGPT to take a look at Anthropic, a startup that made headlines after securing a $4 billion investment from Amazon. We'll also dive into the importance of AI industry benchmarks. Learn about LMSYS's Arena Elo and MMLU (Measuring Massive Multitask Language Understanding), including h…

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The AI Revolution in Biology: From Vaccines to Protein Engineering with Amelie Schreiber 2:01:44

2M ago2:01:44

2:01:44

In this groundbreaking episode of the Cognitive Revolution, we explore the intersection of AI and biology with expert Amelie Schreiber. Learn about the advances in drug design, protein network engineering, and the unfolding AI revolution in scientific discovery. Discover the implications for human health, longevity, and the future of biological res…

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Claude Interpreter: Taking Safe AI to Market with Alex Albert of Anthropic 1:00:57

2M ago1:00:57

1:00:57

Tune in as we explore the remarkable traits of Anthropic's Claude AI with Developer Relations Lead Alex Albert. Delve into the ethical considerations, responsible development standards, and the exceptional capabilities that set Claude apart. Gather insights on the AI industry's race to the top and find out about Anthropic's upcoming releases. Wheth…

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Film Inquiry's Interview with Thuc Doan Nguyen, an ISA Top 25 Screenwriter to Watch Interview 25:01

2M ago25:01

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Screenwriter Thuc Doan Nguyen went from Vietnamese refugee to writing for The Lost City with Sandra Bullock, Channing Tatum & Brad Pitt. Hear her story here.By Kristy Strouse

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Exploring Multimodal AI: Why Google’s Gemini and OpenAI’s GPT-4o Chose This Path | ChatCAT and the Future of Interspecies Communication | Episode 23 10:00

2M ago10:00

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The recent spring updates and demos by both Google (Gemini) and OpenAI (GPT-4o) feature prominently their multimodal capabilities. In this episode, we discuss the advantages of multimodal AI versus models focused on specific modalities such as language. Via the example of chatCAT, a hypothetical AI that helps owners understand their cats, we explor…

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OpenAI's Safety Team Exodus: Ilya Departs, Leike Speaks Out, Altman Responds - Zvi Analyzes Fallout 59:04

2M ago59:04

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Dive into the intricacies of AI ethics and safety concerns as we dissect the recent resignations of AI Safety Team from OpenAI. In this stimulating conversation, we unpack the challenges of aligning leadership vision with safety culture, explore legal implications of non-disparagement clauses, and discuss the future of AI alignment and superintelli…

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OpenAI and Google Race to "Her" - Is the Big Tech Singularity Near? Part 1 with Zvi Mowshowitz 2:04:42

2M ago2:04:42

2:04:42

Dive into a critical analysis of AI's rapidly evolving realm with Zvi Mowshowitz. Discover our take on Google's I-O event highlights, OpenAI's spring event, the big tech and startup AI dynamics, and the significant shifts in OpenAI's safety team. Gain insights into the competitive landscape, technological advancements, and strategic challenges that…

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Unfrosted (2024) Review 44:38

2M ago44:38

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Unfrosted Summary: “In 1963 Michigan, business rivals Kellogg's and Post compete to create a cake that could change breakfast forever." Original air date: May 3, 2024 Adam and Corey take a break from Curb to review Jerry Seinfeld's directorial debut, Unfrosted! Not since The Merv Griffin Show episode of Seinfeld have the boys been this far apart in…

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The Open Source AI Question - Part 2 | Robert Wright & Nathan Labenz 48:19

2M ago48:19

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Dive into an in-depth conversation with Nathan and Robert Wright as they discuss AI's transformative potential, mechanistic interpretability, and the sobering realities of AI alignment research. Learn about the defensive strategies and safety measures necessary for managing advanced AI risks in an open source world. Don't miss the insights on AI-po…

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Inverted Thinking As a Strategy To Combat Bias 6:40

2M ago6:40

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In today's episode, we talk about inversion and inverted thinking. This is a mental model inspired by considering the "negative space" instead of the space occupied by the thing you are seeking. For example, if you are trying to avoid failure, you might intuitively seek a "successful strategy" instead of looking at the reasons it may fail directly.…

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Film Inquiry's Interview with Adam Karlson, an ISA Top 25 Screenwriter to Watch in 2024 21:30

2M ago21:30

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Adam Karlson signed a shopping agreement with CS Productions and is now managed by Gravity Squared Entertainment due to introductions made by the ISA.By Kristy Strouse

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Google Gemini Cheatsheet | Episode 22 7:11

2M ago7:11

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Google recently announced, Gemini, a family of large-scale multimodal AI models: Nano, Pro, and Ultra. This podcast is a brief summary of Google's models, and the Open AI comparables e.g. GPT3, GPT4, and chatGPT. You can take Gemini for a spin at https://gemini.google.com. (Note: I am not sponsored by Google.) Long time listeners will probably noti…

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Governing Frontier AI, with CA Senator Scott Wiener, Author of SB 1047 53:54

2M ago53:54

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Dive into the world of frontier AI development with California State Senator Scott Wiener's intricate detailing of SB 1047 bill. This podcast explores the delicate balance between accelerating AI innovation and ensuring stringent safety protocols, including potential implications for advanced AI models. Learn about the debates on government involve…

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Talking To Yourself for Better One-On-Ones 10:58

2M ago10:58

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In today's episode we discuss a preparation step for your next one-on-one. Don't just wing it - do your homework... and talk to yourself a little bit. 📮 Ask a Question If you enjoyed this episode and would like me to discuss a question that you have on the show, drop it over at: developertea.com. 📮 Join the Discord If you want to be a part of a sup…

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TinyGPU, Massive Learning, with Adam Majmudar 1:51:16

2M ago1:51:16

1:51:16

Discover how Adam Majmudar embarked on an exceptional journey to create the TinyGPU from scratch, with no experience in GPU design. This insightful podcast follows Adam's process from learning to implementation, highlighting the progressive contributions of countless engineers and the accelerating role of AI in the learning journey. Experience the…

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Emergency Pod: Examining SB 1047, California's Proposed AI Legislation 1:59:57

2M ago1:59:57

1:59:57

Dive into the nuanced debate over California's SB 1047 AI legislation with Nathan Calvin, Dean Ball, and Steve Newman. Our expert panel discussion explores the bill's intent, dispels misconceptions, and debates its potential impact on technology and regulation. Learn about AI's tail risks, the role of government, and hear suggestions for improving …

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