#0072 - TechCrunch's Sale, 23andMe, Lab-Grown Meats, and Bill Gates' AI-driven Future Vision - Somewhat Frank Podcast
Release Date: 03/31/2025
#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...
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#0077 - AI Relationships, ChatGPT Making Us Dumber, Jeff Bezos’ Wedding - 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: Frank has been making music. Check him out at: on Instagram and TikTok, or sign up for text alerts on music drops at - MIT ran a study with 54 participants writing essays using either their brain, a search engine, or ChatGPT—then tracked brain activity using EEG. - CEO Tim Kuniskis apologizes for discontinuing the Hemi V-8—with doughnuts, drifts, and a...
info_outlineOn this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), and Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster) discuss the following topics:
TechCrunch sold again - TechCrunch has been sold again – Yahoo has sold the tech news site to private equity firm Regent for an undisclosed amount.
23andMe Files For Bankruptcy, what does that mean for the security of your genetic data? - 23andMe is filing for bankruptcy – The genetic testing company has struggled financially due to its one-time purchase model and declining sales. It is now seeking a buyer, and co-founder Anne Wojcicki has stepped down as CEO but hopes to repurchase the company.
Banning Lab Grown Meats - Mississippi bans lab-grown meat – The state unanimously passed a bill prohibiting the cultivation and sale of cell-derived meat, with penalties including fines and jail time. Similar bans have been enacted in Florida and Alabama, with other states considering restrictions.
Bill Gates on AI and jobs - In a recent interview, Bill Gates discussed the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the workforce, including AI’s role in medicine and education, potential job disruptions, etc.
Your AI lover will change you - The normalization of AI lovers is imminent, with AI-powered chatbots and virtual companions becoming more interactive, personalized, and emotionally engaging. This could fundamentally reshape human relationships.
YouTube Shorts - YouTube Shorts is a short-form video experience for creators. Frank started to upload some videos this past week to test it out with a couple of videos here: https://www.youtube.com/@FrankGruber/shorts
Sunnier Days For Sesame Street? - Sesame Workshop is facing financial struggles – The nonprofit behind Sesame Street is losing its lucrative HBO contract, worth $30–$35 million per year, and dealing with lost government grants, creating a projected $40 million deficit.
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