#0087 - NYTimes Sues Perplexity, Amazon Turns NFL Games into Live Shopping Experiences, and Raccoons Are Showing Early Signs of Domestication
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On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster), and Simon Kahan (IG: simonkahan) discuss the following topics: Amazon Turns NFL Games into Live Shopping Experiences. NYTimes Sues Perplexity — Who Owns Journalism in the AI Era? Raccoons Are Showing Early Signs of Domestication. We also upload our episodes to YouTube in video format so you can see us now. Check it out on Established YouTube, where you can subscribe to get updates when we drop a new episode at: As always,...
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#0086 - Breaking Rust, Chinese Astronauts, SuperMe, and Gemini 3
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On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster), and Simon Kahan (IG: simonkahan) discuss the following topics: AI country band “Breaking Rust” tops the charts. Three astronauts aboard China’s space station are stuck aboard without a guaranteed safe return vehicle. SuperMe just closed a $6.8 M seed round (led by Greylock) to power its AI‑expert network. Google has launched Gemini 3 (specifically the “Pro” version), what the company calls its “most intelligent...
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#0085 - NEO and Optimus Robots, Mushroom Computer Parts, Indoor Farming, and Tom Brady’s Dog Clone
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On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster), and Simon Kahan (IG: simonkahan) discuss the following topics: NEO pre-orders open as Tesla’s Optimus heats up the robot race. Researchers have built a working computer memory component using the mycelium (the root-like network) of the shiitake mushroom. Area 2 Farms uses modular indoor-farming technology to turn under-utilised buildings (including former offices) into vertical farms, packing rack-based systems into ~3,000 sq ft...
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#0084 - OpenAI’s Erotica Plan, Instagram Introduces PG-13, Regulators Probe Waymo, and the Louvre Museum Heist
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On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster), and Simon Kahan (IG: simonkahan) discuss the following topics: Mark Cuban Slams OpenAI’s Erotica Plan — “This Is Going to Backfire” Instagram introduces PG-13 settings Regulators probe Waymo after its robotaxi drove around a stopped school bus Louvre Museum Heist: Nearly$140 Million in Losses We also upload our episodes to YouTube in video format so you can see us now. Check it out on Established YouTube, where you can subscribe...
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#0083 - Taylor Swift’s New Album, AI Workslop, Meta AI Ads, OpenAI’s Sora 2
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On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), and Simon Kahan (IG: simonkahan) discuss the following topics: Taylor Swift’s The Life Of A Showgirl AI-Generated “Workslop” Meta Will Begin Using AI Chatbot Conversations to Target Ads OpenAI launches Sora 2 We also upload our episodes to YouTube in video format so you can see us now. Check it out on Established YouTube, where you can subscribe to get updates when we drop a new episode at: As always, thank you for listening, and feel free...
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#0082 - Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses, K-pop Demon Hunters, The Bermuda Triangle, Apple’s Latest Event - Somewhat Frank Podcast
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On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster), and Simon Kahan (IG: simonkahan) discuss the following topics: Meta / Ray-Ban Display + Gen-2 + Oakley Vanguard Smart Glasses - K-pop Demon Hunters - The Bermuda Triangle Explained - Gemini achieves gold-medal level at the International Collegiate Programming Contest World Finals - Oura Ring (Gen 4) → sleep/recovery/activity tracker. Here is a . We also upload our episodes to YouTube in video format so...
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#0081 - EV Leases for $100, Pregnancy Robots, and the First AI-led Rights Advocacy Group
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On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), and Simon Kahan (IG: simonkahan) discuss the following topics: Right now, you can lease an EV for as little as $100 a month — which is pretty wild. Debunked! China was developing humanoid “pregnancy robots” for $14K per birth, prototype by 2026. The founding of the first AI-led rights advocacy group. We also upload our episodes to YouTube in video format so you can see us now. Check it out on Established YouTube, where you can subscribe to get updates...
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#0080 - SuperAgers Who Defy Time, Sam Altman Taking on Elon Musk’s Neuralink, and Drones Uncovering Turtles in the Amazon
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On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), and Simon Kahan (IG: simonkahan) discuss the following topics: - SuperAgers are individuals who maintain exceptional cognitive function as they age—remaining mentally sharp even into their 80s and 90s. Sam Altman is in the process of co-founding a new brain-to-computer interface startup called Merge Labs and raising funds for it with the capital possibly coming largely from OpenAI’s ventures team, unnamed sources . - Using drone...
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#0079 - Bitchat, a Possible Alien Comet, Lovable AI, and Australia’s Crackdown on Kids Using Social Media
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On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster), and Simon Kahan (IG: simonkahan) discuss the following topics: Twitter Founder Jack Dorsey Launched Messaging App That Doesn’t Need Internet. - Harvard scientist believes interstellar comet could be alien craft: "We should put all possibilities on the table." - Eight months in, Swedish unicorn Lovable crosses the $100M ARR milestone. - Australia is expanding its current restrictions on social media use...
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#0078 - AI-generated Rock Band, Meta’s Escalating AI Talent War, and Plans for a Manhattan-sized AI Data Center - Somewhat Frank Podcast
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On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), and Simon Kahan (IG: simonkahan) discuss the following topics: AI Rock Band With More Than A Million Listeners - AI Talent War Is On Fire - Zuckerberg says Meta will build data center the size of Manhattan - The new Superman movie - Jurassic World Rebirth - We also upload our episodes to YouTube in video format so you can see us now. Check it out on Established YouTube, where you can subscribe to get updates...
info_outlineOn this special episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (@FrankGruber), John Guidos (@JohnGuidos), and Jen Consalvo (@Noreaster) were live with special guest Sam Jordan from the Established House at SXSW in Austin, Texas. Sam is the Head of Computing and Technology at the Future Today Institute (https://www.linkedin.com/in/samcjordan/).
The crew discussed all of the trends that they encountered during the week and SXSW, including the groundbreaking work of Colossal Biosciences and their audacious project to bring the woolly mammoth back from extinction. CEO Ben Lamm, alongside actor Seth Green, shared their vision to combat extinction and reshape our future. Discover how this Dallas-based startup is turning elephant cells into mammoth-like embryos, marking a pivotal step in de-extinction technology. Read more about their efforts on NPR.
Frank, Jen, John, and Sam also spotted a shift in travel patterns at SXSW, reflecting broader societal changes. With more weekend travelers and a split in attendance, they explored what this means against the backdrop of Americans socializing less, driven by pessimism, technology, and a surge in loneliness.
They also shined a spotlight on the remarkable achievements of women, including a powerful SXSW panel featuring Meghan Markle, Katie Couric, and others discussing the challenges women face in media.
The gang also discussed the legal battle between Elon Musk and OpenAI's Sam Altman, which raises critical questions about the future of AI and its impact on humanity.
Lastly, they concluded with a fascinating discussion on a simple test that could predict your longevity. Can standing on one leg for 10 seconds reveal the secrets to a longer, healthier life?
As always, thank you for listening and feel free to reach out and let us know what you think at: somewhatfrank@est.us
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