Best Tom Altman Podcasts (2024)

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Google's Apparently Illegal Monopoly 41:25

1d ago41:25

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Apple's profit from "Services" is set to surpass profits from iPhones within a couple of years, which is pretty crazy, really. Of the ~$80-90b Apple make a year in "Services", around 25% of that comes from Google handing over north of $20 billion per year to be the default search engine in Safari. For years, Google has been freaked out by the prosp…

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Episode 031 - Top 5 Motorcycle Roads of Wisconsin - Best Motorcycle Roads 20:52

6h ago20:52

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Best Motorcycle Roads - Episode 31: Discover Wisconsin's Top Motorcycle Roads Join us as we explore the top motorcycle roads in Wisconsin, including hidden gems like the Driftless Area and the Great River Road. Plus, we discuss essential multi-tools and first aid kits for your ride. Best Motorcycle Roads Podcast: https://bestmotorcycleroads.com/pod…

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Nike: Barefoot is Illegal (PREVIEW) 8:00

5d ago8:00

8:00

Nike: The brand of brands. When it comes to brands, they're top dog. When it comes to returning money to shareholders, less so. At least this year. As Nike have pursued the quest to become as close as an apparel company can be to a tech business, their share price has tanked – this year by over 30%. A former executive's LinkedIn post went about as …

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You Gotta Spend Money To Make Money 44:17

7d ago44:17

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It's quarterly earnings season, and some of our favourite tech companies are looking a bit shaky. Not because they're not making money – they are – but because they're spending it on new data centres and AI research. In this episode, we take stock of the current earnings reports, and touch on a few interesting tidbits like Amazon's softness in e-co…

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Episode 030 - Top Motorcycle Roads in Illinois - Best Motorcycle Roads 19:47

7d ago19:47

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Best Motorcycle Roads - Episode 30: Top Motorcycle Roads in Illinois Discover the best motorcycle roads in Illinois, from the Great River Scenic Byway to the iconic Lincoln Highway. We also dive into heat gear essentials for summer riding and share tips for planning your next adventure. Subscribe to our Podcast/second channel: Best Motorcycle Roads…

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Llama-ma-mazing! 35:30

14d ago35:30

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Meta this week released the latest update to their LLM, Llama 3.1. It is ostensibly a "frontier model" on par with its OpenAI, Anthropic and Google rivals. The difference i: anyone can download the model and the weights and run it, and build on it wherever and however they want, without paying Meta a cent. Why? Glowed up Mark Zuckerberg wrote an ar…

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Episode 029 - Top 5 Motorcycle Roads of Missouri - Best Motorcycle Roads 25:08

17d ago25:08

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Best Motorcycle Roads - Episode 29: Exploring the Top 5 Motorcycle Roads in Missouri Discover Missouri's best motorcycle roads, from the Glade Top Trail to the iconic Route 66. We also cover hydration tips for your ride and essential gear for staying hydrated on long trips. Subscribe to our Podcast: Best Motorcycle Roads Podcast: https://bestmotorc…

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Into The Goldilocks Zone (PREVIEW) 4:27

19d ago4:27

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Recently, the eponymous founders of venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz went public in announcing their support for Trump in order to protect what they called "little tech" – as opposed to "big tech" To them, little tech basically means startups, which they believe are under threat from "bad government policies". While big tech is trying to en…

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CrowdStruck 28:29

21d ago28:29

28:29

You are no doubt aware that the world suffered a fairly significant IT outage at the end of last week, affecting everything from TV broadcasts to supermarkets and airports. Turns out it was because of cybersecurity company CrowdStrike releasing a thoroughly bung update to Windows machines. In this ep, we talk about the incident, how susceptible the…

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Episode 028 – Top 5 Motorcycle Roads of Iowa – Best Motorcycle Roads 24:49

25d ago24:49

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Best Motorcycle Roads - Episode 28: Iowa's Hidden Gems Revealed! Ready to discover the top motorcycle roads in Iowa? From tire plug kits to gravel road tips, and exploring Iowa's scenic byways, we've got you covered! Subscribe to our Podcast/second channel: Best Motorcycle Roads Podcast: https://bestmotorcycleroads.com/podcast/ Ways to Work with Us…

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The Tech Trump Turn (PREVIEW) 6:40

23d ago6:40

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A recent political incident involving the former president provide a stress test of X under Elon Musk. It also provides us with an opportunity to do a side-by-side comparison of how it was reported on the various post-twitter clones: Threads, Bluesky and Mastodon. Additionally, the several loud noises at the Trump rally led to a cascade of Silicon …

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Investigating Real Estate Agent Drip 31:34

1M ago31:34

31:34

Real estate tech is an underrated part of the broader tech ecosystem. From listing and buying platforms to property management apps and everything in-between, there's a suite of tech solutions for selling, buying, renting, investing and just having a squiz at property. In this ep, we take a little tour through real estate tech, which mostly ends up…

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Episode 027 - Minnesota v2 - Best Motorcycle Roads 21:43

1M ago21:43

21:43

Exploring Minnesota’s Scenic and Quirky Routes!** 🏍️ Join us as we dive into another thrilling ride through Minnesota, discovering breathtaking views and unique attractions. 🚴‍♂️ Join the BMR Crew and Stay Updated! 📬 Sign up for BMR Rider Alerts [https://bestmotorcycleroads.com/rideralert]. All Products and Gear Mentioned in This Video: - Air Hawk …

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Who Made This? (PREVIEW) 3:21

1M ago3:21

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This is a free preview of a premium episode. To subscribe to Down Round Premium and get access, head here. While the northern hemisphere is on summer holiday, we grind. Given there's not much tech news floating around as a result, we continued the discussion of AI from last episode – this time getting wildly philosophical about legal rights and the…

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You're Spending How Much On Graphics Cards? 36:00

1M ago36:00

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Over the past few weeks, several equity reports – from the likes of Goldman Sachs and Barclays – have sounded the alarm on the amount of capital expenditure currently being spent by the tech industry on building out AI capacity. Analysts and investors are asking: how are you going to pay for all this? And how long do we have to wait for that? In th…

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Episode 026 - Turk's Stormy Kromer Ride - Best Motorcycle Roads 20:36

1M ago20:36

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Discovering Turk's Quirky Stormy Kromer Ride! 🏍️ Join us as we explore Wisconsin and Michigan, uncovering hidden gems and historic sites. 🚴‍♂️ Join the BMR Crew and Stay Updated! 📬 Sign up for BMR Rider Alerts [https://bestmotorcycleroads.com/rideralert]. All Products and Gear Mentioned in This Video: - Under-the-Helmet Beanies - Stormy Kromer Hats…

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Gimme Money! Media Edition 43:03

1M ago43:03

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Australia's experiment with forcing big tech to pay media companies like Nine and News Corp for content is running into choppy waters, as Meta refuses to play ball and Google seems less keen on news than it once was. In this episode, we catch up with the media and how it's handling today's dynamics of the internet and – especially – the new era of …

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Episode 025 - Missouri History Ride - Best Motorcycle Roads 22:44

2M ago22:44

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Riding through Missouri’s Historic Battlefields! 🏍️ Discover the hidden Civil War battle sites as we take you on an unforgettable motorcycle journey through the heart of Missouri. 🚴‍♂️ Join the BMR Crew and Stay Updated! 📬 Sign up for BMR Rider Alerts [https://bestmotorcycleroads.com/rideralert]. Watch This Next: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2…

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A Small Modular Nuclear Reactor For Every Australian (PREVIEW) 4:17

2M ago4:17

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Nuclear is in the air. (Not literally.) In Australia, politicians are debating it, while a huge range of nuclear startups are ruling it out for funding and attention. In this episode, we chat about nuclear power and how the tech industry is talking about it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Hitting The Nvidia Wall 37:30

2M ago37:30

37:30

Nvidia is the engine room of the AI moment, but they are struggling a little right now. The stock underwent a massive correction this week, and founder Jensen Huang is reportedly worried that the gravy train is about to end. We used that as an excuse to dive into a few interesting trends going on in AI, Apple's moves, whether the hype is matching t…

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Episode 024 - Around Lake Michigan and Huron - Best Motorcycle Roads Podcast 25:43

2M ago25:43

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Planning a Motorcycle Trip Around Lake Michigan and Huron | Gear Tips, Safety, and ChatGPT Route Planning Explore the best gear, safety tips, and innovative trip planning with ChatGPT for your next motorcycle adventure! Join our BMR Rider Alerts https://bestmotorcycleroads.com/rideralert/ Watch This Next: Exploring Michigan's Upper Peninsula https:…

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What's Tencent All About? 27:57

2M ago27:57

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Tencent is one of the largest and most valuable companies on earth, with operations that touch just about every part of the digital economy in China and beyond. From WeChat to gaming to film production to payments, Tencent continues to expand far beyond its original station as a Chinese app developer. In this ep, we take a tour through Tencent, inc…

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Episode 023 : Michigan's Upper Peninsula - Best Motorcycle Roads Podcast 19:30

2M ago19:30

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Exploring Michigan's Upper Peninsula on Motorcycles | Gear Tips, Safety, and Scenic Routes Don't miss our latest gear recommendations and safety tips for riding in Michigan's UP! ➡️ Join our BMR Rider Alerts: https://bestmotorcycleroads.com/rideralert/ Watch This Next: Copper Harbor https://youtu.be/QLk1J9ndB6w?si=3LgdODPRtkbeBVU7 All Products and …

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GameStop Revisited (PREVIEW) 5:20

2M ago5:20

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This is a free preview of a premium episode. To subscribe to Down Round Premium and get access, head here. You thought that because COVID was long over you could stop hearing about GameStop. Wrong! Keith "RoaringKitty" Gill has returned, and the notorious meme stock has been pumping as a result. We took this as an excuse to revisit the GameStop sto…

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WWDC 2024: AI For The Rest Of Us Chumps 57:08

2M ago57:08

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This week, Apple held the keynote at its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), where it traditionally announces its upcoming software updates. As predicted, the company announced its moves into generative AI – which it is bundling under the name Apple Intelligence – alongside a partnership with OpenAI. In this ep, we dive into the announce…

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Episode 022 - Early Planning for a big ride - Best Motorcycle Roads Podcast 22:04

2M ago22:04

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Early Planning for a Big Motorcycle Ride - Expert Tips and Gear Recommendations! Get ahead of the game with our expert tips on planning your next big motorcycle ride. From gear to route planning, we cover everything you need to know. 🏍️ 🔔 Join our BMR Rider Alerts for the latest rides, tips, and stories: https://bestmotorcycleroads.com/rideralert/ …

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Down Round Featuring Microsoft Copilot + PC (PREVIEW) 4:29

2M ago4:29

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This is a free preview of a premium episode. To subscribe to Down Round Premium and get access, head here. A few weeks ago, Microsoft announced its new Surface Laptop with Copilot + PC, which it intends to be a direct competitor with the MacBook Air. On the one hand, it's an interesting attempt to get Windows PCs back into competition. ON the other…

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The Tech-Military Complex 45:10

2M ago45:10

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For a long time, it wasn't a great look for startups and big tech – outside of companies like Microsoft – to openly work with the military-industrial complex. That was for contractors like Raytheon and General Dynamics. Tech generally maintained the sunny disposition that it was better to enable world peace through well targeted digital ads. That h…

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Episode 021 - Travel Essentials for Trips - Best Motorcycle Roads Podcast 21:59

2M ago21:59

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Travel Essentials for Motorcycle Trips - Must-Have Gear and Tips! Discover the must-have travel essentials for your next motorcycle trip! Don't miss out on these expert tips and gear recommendations to make your journey smooth and safe. 🚀 🔔 Join our BMR Rider Alerts for the latest rides, tips, and stories: https://bestmotorcycleroads.com/rideralert…

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Google & OpenAI's Rough Couple Of Weeks (Pt. 1) 35:37

3M ago35:37

35:37

In the first part of a two-part episode on Google and OpenAI's tough PR challenges of the past couple of weeks, we dive into Google's launch of AI summaries on the web, which led the venerable search engine to recommend pregnant women blast cigs and amateur chefs to mix glue into their pizza sauce. We chat about the rocky launch, what it means for …

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Episode 020 - Loop the big lake - Best Motorcycle Roads Podcast 22:37

3M ago22:37

22:37

Looping around Lake Superior and discovering hidden gems along the way! Uncover the best motorcycle gear, tips, and unforgettable rides. Join our BMR Rider Alerts for exclusive tips and stories: https://bestmotorcycleroads.com/rideralert/ Watch This Next: To all the Bikes we loved before: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a38Bkym9jyc All Products and…

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Down Round Q&A: Your Boneheaded Questions, Answered 51:49

3M ago51:49

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It's time for another edition of DOWN ROUND Q&A. We solicited questions from both or premium members in Discord and our followers on X, and today we're answering them for you. We cover everything from macOS to LLMs to Boeing and smart homes. Links Down Round on X Down Round on Instagram Down Round on TikTok Sign up for Down Round Premium See omnyst…

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Episode 019 - On the Road Technology - Best Motorcycle Roads Podcast 23:16

3M ago23:16

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How many GPS systems are too many? Discover the latest in motorcycle technology and tips to enhance your ride! Join our BMR Rider Alerts for exclusive tips and stories: All Products and Gear Mentioned: - TPMS Sensors - Battery Pack - Fuse Blocks: - Electrical Connection https://electricalconnection.com - Eastern Beaver https://easternbeaver.com - C…

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The AAA Gaming Apocalypse (PREVIEW) 5:17

3M ago5:17

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This is a free preview of a premium episode. To subscribe to Down Round Premium and get access, head here. The pain for the gaming industry doesn't seem over, with Xbox closing studios, more layoffs, Sony fighting with its fanbase and growth looking sluggish. It raises one big question: has blockbuster game development outrun its ability to actuall…

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They're Putting AI In The Bloody Phones Now 49:47

3M ago49:47

49:47

Apple and Google are both on the precipice of announcing deeper integration of generative AI into their respective operating systems. Google's IO conference is this week, and reporting abounds that Apple has inked a deal with OpenAI to integrate GPT with iOS. There's a big question as to whether they're doing this because users actually want it, or…

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Episode 018 - Coast to Coast on One Road - Best Motorcycle Roads Podcast 23:58

3M ago23:58

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Episode 18 - Coast to Coast on One Road - Best Motorcycle Roads Podcast 🏍️ Cross-State Motorcycle Adventures 🔔 Embark on Epic Journeys - Subscribe to YouTube for Exclusive Content: @BestMotorcycleRoads 🛣️ Join Tom and Todd as they recount a memorable cross-state ride across Iowa, from the serene Spirit Lake to Lansing. This episode not only dives i…

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Into The Quantum Realm (PREVIEW) 5:19

3M ago5:19

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This is a free preview of a premium episode. To subscribe to Down Round Premium and get access, head here. Quantum computing has been a research and academic pursuit for decades, but it has been picking up buzz over the last few years as both big tech companies and smaller startups get into the space. The Australian government recently announced a …

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OK Fine, We'll Talk About Hubbl 52:21

3M ago52:21

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Anyone who lives in Australia would be aware of Foxtel's new streaming box Hubbl, thanks to an absolutely overwhelming ad campaign pitching it. We talk about the Hubbl, and use it as an excuse to dive into streaming more generally, and what's been going on since the last time we talked about it. Links Foxtel faces its streaming apocalypse – AFR Dow…

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Episode 017 - Don't do what we did - Best Motorcycle Roads Podcast 18:55

3M ago18:55

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Episode 017 - Don't do what we did - Best Motorcycle Roads Podcast We are talking about how to secure luggage and other things to your bike. 🔔 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more rides and tips: @BestMotorcycleRoads 🚨 Sign up for BMR Rider Alerts for the latest updates: Join Here! 🔗 Watch this next: Packing for a motorcycle trip. Featured Pro…

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TikTok Ban Watch 2024: The Final Chapter (?) 49:39

4M ago49:39

49:39

Well, it happened: the US passed legislation to force ByteDance to divest TikTok in the country. Now, the company technically has 12 months to make it happen. But is that the end of the story? In this episode, we discuss how we arrived at this point, what avenues TikTok has left, and who or what might acquire TikTok if it comes down to that. Links …

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Episode 016 - Route Highlight - Eclipse Ride #2 - Best Motorcycle Roads Podcast 26:27

4M ago26:27

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🏍️ Episode 016 - Route Highlight - Eclipse Ride #2 - Best Motorcycle Roads Podcast In this episode, Tom and Todd dive deep into motorcycle gear essentials, manage heavy traffic during the eclipse, and share unforgettable road trip experiences. Whether you're a seasoned rider or new to the scene, this episode packs a wealth of knowledge and tips to …

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Now It's Meta's Turn To Go All In On AI 41:52

4M ago41:52

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Everything is chatbots now. Every company must become a purveyor of bespoke chatbots.The latest cab off the rank is Meta, which just unveiled Llama 3, the latest version of its open source LLM. But this time they have integrated it deeply into Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram, whacking a big nasty chatbox over the searchbar in all these apps. In th…

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Episode 015 - To all the bikes we've loved before | Best Motorcycle Roads Podcast 23:23

4M ago23:23

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🏍️ "To all the bikes we've loved before..." | Best Motorcycle Roads: Episode 015 Join Tom and Todd as they share essential gear reviews and vital riding tips to make your motorcycle adventures unforgettable! If you're planning a trip or looking for the best motorcycle gear, this episode is packed with insights from over 65 years of combined riding …

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Have We Replaced The Smartphone Yet? (PREVIEW) 5:58

4M ago5:58

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This is a free preview of a premium episode. To subscribe to Down Round Premium and get access, head here. As Downies will know well, one of the themes we're keeping an eye on is the number of products and product categories that are trying to replace the smartphone, which has been lagging in sales and hype of late. Two devices which pitched a bold…

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The Coming Tsunami Of AI Music 49:24

4M ago49:24

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Over the past few weeks, there has been a surprising amount of movement in the AI music space. Suno and Udio are two lavishly funded AI music generation startups which just launched new models, which allow you to make songs in a wide range of genres from prompts. While not perfect, they both sound pretty good. At the same time, Spotify is trialling…

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Episode 014 - The Driftless Area and a Summer Sausage w/Cheese Sammy | Best Motorcycle Roads Podcast 22:52

4M ago22:52

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🚀Catch the Adventure on Best Motorcycle Roads Ep. 014: The Driftless Area and a Summer Sausage w/Cheese Sammy! Dive into the heart of motorcycling with Tom and Todd as they share over 65 years of combined experience on the best routes, gear reviews, safety tips, and the unique tales that make every ride unforgettable. #MotorcycleAdventures #SafetyF…

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Capital Inferno Heaven (feat. Kyle Harrison) 1:03:08

4M ago1:03:08

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This week, we're joined by Kyle Harrison, who is General Partner at Contrary, a US venture capital fund. As well as investing, Kyle writes the newsletter Investing 101 2.0, where he shares his various insights into the VC ecosystem – including where, in his view, it's all gone wrong. Kyle joins us to chat about the state of VC after the end of the …

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Episode 013 - Ride the Mississippi River plus Gear, Safety & Stories | Best Motorcycle Roads Podcast 24:50

4M ago24:50

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🏍️ Dive into the heart of motorcycling the Mississippi with Episode 013 of "Best Motorcycle Roads"! From gear reviews to unforgettable routes, safety tips, and heartwarming stories, join Tom and Todd as they share over 65 years of biking wisdom to make your next ride the best yet. #MotorcycleAdventure #RideSafe ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/@UCaHqz3WT…

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The Worst Tech Acquisitions Of All Time (PREVIEW) 6:12

4M ago6:12

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This is a free preview of a premium episode. To subscribe to Down Round Premium and get access, head here. Sometimes a company merges with or acquires another, and it turns out to be a bad idea. That's OK. We all make stupid decisions. There's nothing to be ashamed of, even when we're talking about multibillion-dollar deals. Some of these bad acqui…

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Vapes: Smoking, but less cool and more illegal 42:55

5M ago42:55

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One of the great turnarounds in 21st century was the tobacco industry's shift toward a so-called 'smokeless' future – agreeing that cigs are pretty bad for you, and that a range of hi-tech vapes could be a less bad replacement. Of course, it hasn't actually worked out that well, with public health bodies and governments around the world cracking do…

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