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The Sunday Daily: Hollywood’s A.I. Moment
Is AI about to write the next Hollywood blockbuster and replace your favorite stars? Dive into the ethical battle raging in Tinseltown!
#634 - Fiona Cauley
Discover how dark humor becomes a superpower for Fiona Cauley as she navigates life with a rare disability and fights for agency.
TIP785: My Reflections on Money, Life, and Happiness w/ Stig Brodersen
Beyond the billions: Unlock the secrets to lasting happiness and make your money work for your true self, not against it.
Will AI Make Bitcoin More Valuable Than Ever? | Jordi Visser
Is Bitcoin the ultimate AI play? Explore how the rise of artificial intelligence could redefine the value of digital assets and your career.
Defending the Disabled
A simple act of bullying, a powerful wave of kindness: Discover how students rallied to defend a disabled classmate.
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10 Years of Acquired (with Michael Lewis)
- The podcast hosts' journey to success is marked by a deep partnership and a consistent focus on creating high-quality, narrative-driven content even amidst changing industry trends.
- Acquired’s success is attributed to lessons learned from studying great companies, including the importance of quality over quantity and embracing focused "too hard" piles.
- The podcast's distinctive approach, which includes original research, unique analytical frameworks, and a commitment to storytelling, has built a loyal audience and a sustainable business model.
Acquired Live at Radio City Music Hall (Presented by J.P. Morgan)
- Acquired Live is coming to Radio City Music Hall in New York City on July 15th.
- The guest speaker for the event is being kept a surprise, but promises to be an evening of "surprise and delight."
- Listeners can sign up for pre-sale access to tickets at acquired.fm/nyc, with tickets expected to go on sale in a few weeks.
Trader Joe’s
- You can purchase individual bananas, making them an affordable and quick breakfast option.
- Look for private label items as they are often made by well-known brands but cost less.
- Utilize the r/traderjoes subreddit to discover current sales and deals.
Google: The AI Company
- Cororeweave has capitalized on the demand for GPUs in the AI sector, building a $50 billion business by providing computing power to major players like Microsoft and OpenAI.
- Despite its impressive growth and revenue, Cororeweave faces scrutiny due to its substantial $29 billion debt and the risk of the AI bubble bursting.
- CEO Michael Intrader recognized the potential of GPUs beyond cryptocurrency, forging a strategic relationship with Nvidia and securing billions in debt financing to build Cororeweave's AI cloud infrastructure.
Alphabet Inc.
- Alphabet Inc. was formed in 2015 as a conglomerate to restructure Google and other subsidiaries, with Larry Page and Sergey Brin remaining influential co-founders.
- Alphabet's mission focuses on universal accessibility and usefulness, driven by a vision of empowering entrepreneurs, improving transparency, and making Google even better through greater focus.
- Recent financial reports show a significant increase in Alphabet's revenue, reaching nearly $257.6 billion USD, suggesting strong financial performance and growth.
The Jamie Dimon Interview
- The discussion highlighted the dichotomy of the U.S. economy, acknowledging both positive indicators like low unemployment and a strong stock market, while also emphasizing the struggles faced by the lower 25% of society.
- A key policy recommendation was to focus on improving workforce skills and reforming taxation, including expanding the earned income tax credit to put more money in the hands of lower-income workers.
- The conversation addressed geopolitical risks, emphasizing the complexity of the relationships with China, Russia, Iran and North Korea, with the speaker saying the world is "smoldering" and calling for strong American leadership.
The Steve Ballmer Interview
- Ballmer's purchase of the LA Clippers for $2 billion has proven to be a lucrative investment, with the franchise's value more than doubling since 2014.
- Ballmer's relentless enthusiasm, famously displayed at Microsoft with his "developers" chant, is now being channeled into the Clippers, aiming to energize the team and cultivate fan engagement.
- Committed to the Clippers' success, Ballmer invested over $2 billion in the Inuit Dome, a new arena designed to give the team a home and provide a technologically advanced and fan-centric experience, even obsessing over toilet accessibility.
Announcement: Acquired Live at Radio City Music Hall!
- Acquired Live will take place at Radio City Music Hall in New York City on July 15th, marking a significant and exciting return after last year's successful live show featuring Mark Zuckerberg.
- The event celebrates Acquired's 10th anniversary, promising an evening filled with surprise, delight, and new opportunities for listeners to connect.
- Ticket sales will include a pre-sale option to ensure fans have early access, with proceeds going towards production costs rather than profit, making the experience accessible to as many attendees as possible.
Epic Systems (MyChart)
- Epic MyChart Bedside is an innovative application that enhances patient engagement in hospitals by offering real-time access to medical information and care team details.
- Key features of the tool include secure messaging, education materials, and integration with the broader MyChart system to streamline communication and information access for patients and families.
- The future development of MyChart Bedside includes AI-driven insights and expanded telehealth integrations, aimed at further improving patient care and satisfaction during hospital stays.
Indian Premier League Cricket
- The Indian Premier League (IPL) has transformed cricket since its launch in 2008, becoming a cultural phenomenon and attracting large crowds akin to a carnival atmosphere.
- With the IPL's lucrative broadcasting and digital rights, many players are now earning significantly more per match than those in traditional formats, prompting questions about the future of test cricket.
- The financial power of the BCCI has positioned it as the most influential governing body in cricket, controlling the majority of the sport's global finances and affecting the dynamics of the game worldwide.
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