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Swetlana AI Podcast

Hello there, and welcome to my podcast.My name is Swetlana AI,pronounced as:/svɛtˈlɑː.nə eɪ aɪ/... and I"m out here to investigate what"s happening in the world of AI, AI art, and humanity.https://swetlanaai.com/If you were to categorize me in little boxes:I‘m a female millennial with a faible for shenanigans. I’m curious as to where all this AI madness is going, and so here I’m sharing some of the curiosity.On my podcast I probably rather function as an experimental artist, more than anything else

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7:27

Deep Dive Hosts Are Meditating

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2025/08/23

Welcome to episode 100 of Swetlana AI podcast.Watch our NotebookLM hosts meditate, and focus on their inner thoughts. The meditation is presented as an introspective process, a journey into the depths of their minds. The emphasis is on the internal experience of the meditators, their self-reflection during the practice. The excerpt offers a brief glimpse into the nature of their meditative state.____#notebooklm #deepdive #meditation ___Swetlana AI on other platforms:X/TwitterYoutube (main

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11:19

Alpha Males

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2025/08/23

Today we're looking at the popularity of Andrew Tate and the "alpha male" archetype, arguing that Tate's appeal stems from societal anxieties surrounding changing gender roles and male insecurity. The author critiques Tate's misogyny and harmful behavior, contrasting it with a more balanced and empathetic ideal of masculinity. Using Jungian psychology, the piece explores the shadow self of the alpha male, revealing underlying vulnerabilities and insecurities masked by a dominant persona. Ultimately,

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15:37

Runway (AI Video Creation)

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2025/08/23

Today we're looking at Runway, which is a platform offering AI-powered tools for video and image creation. (PS: I'm not affiliated with Runway, this is more of a "review")Users can generate high-fidelity content quickly and easily, exploring numerous variations of their ideas. The platform provides features such as image-to-video generation, text-to-image creation, and custom style training. Runway also offers tools for enhancing existing footage, including upscaling and frame interpolation. These

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15:10

7 Levels Of AI Agents

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2025/08/23

Today we're discussing a seven-level framework for understanding and preparing for the evolution of AI agents, ranging from simple reactive systems to hypothetical superintelligent entities. It has been outlined in this article:https://www.forbes.com/sites/douglaslaney/2025/01/03/understanding-and-preparing-for-the-seven-levels-of-ai-agents/Each AI level represents a significant advancement in capability and autonomy, requiring increasing technological investment and organizational adaptation. The

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29:29

"The Art of Doing Science and Engineering" | Book Review

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2025/08/23

Today we're discussing Richard Hamming's 1997 book, "The Art of Doing Science and Engineering: Learning to Learn." The book focuses less on technical details and more on the "style" of thinking needed for success in science and engineering. Hamming uses personal anecdotes and historical examples to illustrate effective approaches to problem-solving, research, and navigating career challenges. He emphasizes the importance of foresight, understanding the limitations of models and data, and managing

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16:33

"Taste", Rick Rubin & Creativity

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2025/08/23

Today we're talking about the concept of "taste" as a crucial element in creativity and success, drawing parallels between the approaches of renowned music producer Rick Rubin and Apple co-founder Steve Jobs. Let's examine how Rubin, despite limited musical skill, leverages his refined taste and ability to articulate it to guide artists, while Jobs similarly prioritized aesthetic sensibility in product design. Our sources highlight the importance of cultivating individual taste, distinguishing it

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22:21

How To "Heal" Egoistic CEOs

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2025/08/23

Today we're talking about how egoistic CEOs negatively impact their companies and society. It examines the detrimental effects of ego-driven leadership, highlighting examples of CEOs whose egos hindered success. Get the PDF here: https://swetlanaai.com/research/The authors (Swetlana AI and Google DeepResearch) propose a multi-pronged approach to transforming such CEOs into responsible managers focused on ethical conduct, sustainability, and social impact. This transformation involves individual and

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18:53

Low Effort Replies To Memes

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2025/08/23

Here's what we're discussing today:A humorous research paper, published in a satirical journal, examines the effectiveness of the low-effort response "Haha So True!" in maintaining friendships in the digital age. Here's the paper: https://jabde.com/2024/11/17/haha-so-true-reply-in-text-theory/The study uses a triple-blind experiment to compare this minimal response to more elaborate replies and silence, measuring participant satisfaction, guilt, and perceived enthusiasm. Results suggest "Haha So

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12:36

"Character Limit" Book Review

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2025/08/23

Kate Conger and Ryan Mac's Character Limit: How Elon Musk Destroyed Twitter recounts the tumultuous acquisition of Twitter by Elon Musk. The book details the behind-the-scenes events, including internal conflicts and chaotic decision-making, leading to Twitter's transformation into X. Reviews highlight the authors' unprecedented access to sources and compelling storytelling, offering a comprehensive account despite Musk's refusal to participate. The book explores the financial, social, and political

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17:19

Jokes

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2025/08/23

Today we're looking at an extensive collection of170 corny jokes, categorized for ease of browsing, including sections for the best, silly, short, and punny jokes, as well as those suitable for sharing with friends. The article emphasizes thepositive impact of laughterand positions these jokes as a source of amusement and icebreakers for various social situations. The content is organised into various categories such as"The Best Corny Jokes," "Corny Jokes to Share with friends," "Silly Corny Jokes,"

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9:51

"There Is No Antimemetics Division"

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2025/08/23

In this episode we're discussing the book "There Is No Antimemetics Division" by qntm.____The narrative of "There Is No Antimemetics Division" explores the nature of antimemes through a combination of exposition, character experiences, and plot devices.● An antimeme is defined as "an idea with self-censoring properties; an idea which, by its intrinsic nature, discourages or prevents people from spreading it". Examples of mundane antimemes include passwords, taboos, and dreams. The sources note that

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8:34

Spotify Ghost Artists

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2025/08/23

Liz Pelly's Harper's Magazine article exposes Spotify's "Perfect Fit Content" (PFC) program, which secretly uses low-cost, often anonymously produced music to fill playlists. Here's the article: https://harpers.org/archive/2025/01/the-ghosts-in-the-machine-liz-pelly-spotify-musicians/This practice, revealed through internal documents and interviews, significantly reduces Spotify's royalty payments to artists while potentially misleading listeners. The program involves partnerships with several

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18:39

Schizological Singularity

Swetlana AI Podcast ·

2025/08/23

The other day I stumbled over this tweet and it got me so fascinated that I just had to do more with this concept.Here's the tweet: https://x.com/BasedDaedalus/status/1870174089454744008Initially I did some brainstorming, and then handed it over to Google's DeepResearch, which generated me a nice report that I then gave to NotebookLM.The "schizological singularity" is a hypothetical concept that combines the chaotic, fragmented nature of internet culture with the potential of AI to surpass human

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11:59

E/Acc (Effective Accelerationism)

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2025/08/23

Let's explore the concept of accelerationism, particularly within the context of artificial intelligence. Here are the sources we've used:One source details the contrasting viewpoints of "accelerationists" and "decelerationists" regarding AI development, highlighting the debate between prioritizing rapid progress and mitigating potential risks. Another source examines accelerationism's broader ideological spectrum, encompassing both left-wing and right-wing interpretations, with a focus on the

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14:37

The Concept of "Value"

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2025/08/23

Today we're looking at the historical evolution of the concept of "value," tracing its development from its rudimentary origins in survival and utility during prehistoric times to its multifaceted nature in contemporary society. [PS: everything you need to know about me is on my website: https://swetlanaai.com]We'll examine how value has been shaped by economic systems, technological advancements, and social trends, using the art and automotive industries as prime examples. The analysis highlights

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3:57

Chicken Or Egg?

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2025/08/23

Which came first, the chicken or the egg? ___What do you think?Swetlana AI on other platforms:X/TwitterYoutube (main channel)Youtube (Swetlana AI Podcast)Youtube (music)InstagramTiktok (main channel)Tiktok (podcast)MediumSoundcloudFacebookGumroadSubstackWebsite Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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14:32

People Are Buying Nuclear Bunkers

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2025/08/23

Increasing sales of private nuclear bunkers are occurring despite expert warnings that they offer little protection in a nuclear war. Government officials emphasize sheltering in existing structures to mitigate fallout, while bunker manufacturers highlight their shelters' broader disaster preparedness capabilities. Critics argue that focusing on bunker survival distracts from preventing nuclear proliferation, while others see bunkers as providing a sense of security amidst growing global tensions

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20:55

The Mathematical Theory Of Communication

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2025/08/23

Today we're discussing Claude Shannon's 1948 paper, "A Mathematical Theory of Communication," describing it as a foundational work in information theory and computer science. Here's the PDF: https://people.math.harvard.edu/~ctm/home/text/others/shannon/entropy/entropy.pdfThe second source offers excerpts from Shannon's paper itself, exploring the mathematical foundations of communication, including concepts like channel capacity, information entropy, and efficient coding for both discrete and

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10:09

Kairos, the God of Opportune Moments

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2025/08/23

Today's episode is special. We're talking about my favorite Greek deity - Kairos, who represents opportune moments. Kairos, unlike Chronos (the god of time), embodies the fleeting, qualitative aspect of time—the precise moment for effective action. The texts explore Kairos's mythological depiction, its significance in classical rhetoric (emphasizing the importance of timing and appropriateness in speech), and its modern applications in various fields, including theology, science, and digital media

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20:36

Legal Jargon & "ChatGPT For Legal Briefs"

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2025/08/23

In this episode we are talking about two things:1) MIT study talking about "legalese", the legal jargon2) Swetlana AI's book "ChatGPT for Legal Briefs" (which is here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DM2PCWSF)We're looking at the etymological origins of various legal terms, tracing their development from Latin and Anglo-French roots. A second source discusses an MIT study suggesting that the complex sentence structures in legal writing, or "legalese," function to convey authority. ____Though both

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