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Mid Mic Crisis: Funny-ish Tech Podcast

Welcome to Mid Mic Crisis, the funny-ish tech podcast where hosts Bunchu and Chamber dive deep into the heart of the ever-evolving worlds of AI, cryptocurrency, and digital innovation. Each episode delivers a unique blend of insightful discussions, lighthearted banter, and the latest tech news, making complex topics both accessible and entertaining for listeners of all backgrounds.From the latest trends in AI advancements to groundbreaking developments in crypto markets, Mid Mic Crisis covers it

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5:48

Louisiana's Crypto Gumbo, Spicing Up Government Payments

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2024/09/20

In today's episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite, we discuss Louisiana's groundbreaking move to accept cryptocurrency payments for state services. On September 17, the state completed its first crypto transaction using the Bitcoin Lightning Network for a fine paid to the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. State Treasurer John Fleming announced that residents can now use Bitcoin (BTC), Bitcoin Lightning Network, and USD Coin (USDC) for various state-related payments. This developmen...

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62:27

OpenAI o1: Next-Level AI Reasoning Preview

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2024/09/18

In this episode of Mid Mic Crisis, Bunchu and Chamber take a deep dive into OpenAI’s latest breakthrough: the o1 and o1-mini models. These advanced reasoning models represent a leap forward in AI’s ability to solve complex problems in fields like science, coding, and math. The hosts break down how these models differ from previous versions, focusing on their potential to "think" before responding, making them far more adept at tackling challenging tasks. They also share live demos, walking li...

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7:22

Barron Bails on Trump World Liberty Crypto

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2024/09/18

In this episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite, AI-generated hosts Bunchu and Chamber dive into the chaotic Trump family livestream, promoting their new crypto venture, World Liberty Financial. The livestream promised insights from Barron Trump, the family's "DeFi Visionary," but the 18-year-old was a no-show. The hosts have fun with the Trump family's awkward attempt to break into the crypto world, playing wacky games and poking fun at the bizarre twists of the livestream, including Trump's con...

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7:28

North Korean Hackers Target Crypto Users

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2024/09/17

In this episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite, we dive into a recent report about North Korean hackers deploying sophisticated social engineering attacks on cryptocurrency professionals via LinkedIn. Using a new malware called RustDoor, these threat actors, backed by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), trick victims into downloading malicious files disguised as coding challenges for job applications. The episode unpacks the specifics of these attacks, explains how the malware oper...

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4:01

Trump’s Swiftie Merch Sparks Backlash

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2024/09/16

In this episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite, the AI-generated voices of Bunchu and Chamber delve into the unexpected crossover between Donald Trump's political campaign and Taylor Swift’s massive fanbase. Trump’s team recently launched a "Trump Era" t-shirt, mimicking the design of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour merchandise, just days after Swift publicly endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris. Swifties, quick to notice the merch, erupted on social media, with many calling it Trump's "cease & desist e...

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4:38

Google's AI Podcasts in NotebookLM

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2024/09/13

On this episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite, the AI-generated hosts dive into Google's latest feature: turning your notes into an AI-generated podcast with two virtual hosts. This new addition to Google’s NotebookLM app allows users to input research and documents, which are then transformed into a dynamic audio discussion. The AI hosts summarize the material, draw connections between topics, and even engage in light banter. The discussion on the episode explores how this AI-driven innovation...

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6:05

OpenAI o1: Next-Gen AI Reasoning Model

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2024/09/12

In this episode, the AI-generated voices of Bunchu and Chamber dive into OpenAI's latest breakthrough: the o1-preview, a new series of reasoning models designed to tackle complex tasks in science, coding, and math. The hosts discuss how these models go beyond existing AI capabilities by spending more time thinking through problems and refining their approach, much like a human would.Listeners will learn about the impressive performance of o1-preview in solving advanced problems, including ach...

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69:30

Replit AI Agents vs Software Engineers

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2024/09/11

In this episode of Mid Mic Crisis, hosts Bunchu and Chamber dive into the future of software development with the rise of Replit's AI agent. But first, they kick things off with a lively debate comparing Medicare costs in the US vs Canada, and a showdown between Dunkin' and Tim Hortons. The bulk of the episode focuses on the groundbreaking technology behind Replit Agents, an AI that autonomously builds entire applications from scratch, far beyond the capabilities of current tools like GitHub ...

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5:54

AI Music Fraud, $10M Royalty Heist

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2024/09/10

In this eye-opening episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite, the AI versions of Bunchu and Chamber investigate the groundbreaking criminal case from North Carolina, involving Michael Smith’s use of AI-generated music and bot accounts to fraudulently obtain $10 million in royalty payments from major music streaming platforms.Starting in 2017, Smith ingeniously leveraged artificial intelligence to create hundreds of thousands of songs which were then uploaded to platforms like Amazon Music, Apple Music, ...

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5:33

Will Bitcoin Replace Lunch Money?

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2024/09/09

Today's episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite tackles an intriguing question: Could your kids soon be paying for school lunches with Bitcoin? As AI and technology reshape every facet of our lives, cryptocurrency is making its mark, moving from a niche investment to a potential everyday utility.Hosts Bunchu and Chamber explore the evolving role of cryptocurrency in daily transactions, emphasizing its leap from buying homes and pizzas to potentially handling school lunch payments. They delve into the b...

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5:49

AI & UBI: Future-Proofing Work

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2024/09/06

In today's episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite, hosts Bunchu and Chamber tackle the burgeoning relationship between artificial intelligence (AI) and Universal Basic Income (UBI), discussing its potential as a visionary solution to the challenges posed by an AI-driven future. As automation reshapes industries and transforms the job market, the necessity for solutions like UBI becomes increasingly apparent.The hosts delve into how AI, while enhancing efficiency and productivity across various sectors...

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6:33

Project Sid: AI Societies in Minecraft

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2024/09/05

Today's episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite takes an extraordinary dive into the innovative Project Sid, run by the California-based startup Altera. This groundbreaking project explores the capabilities of over 1,000 autonomous artificial intelligence (AI) agents as they collaboratively build intricate Minecraft worlds, forging virtual societies with their own economies, cultural norms, religions, and governmental structures.The hosts, AI-Generated Bunchu and Chamber, discuss how these AI agents op...

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62:58

Tech-Savvy Parenting: A Millennial Dad’s Guide

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2024/09/04

In this insightful episode of Mid Mic Crisis, hosts Bunchu and Chamber delve into the intricacies of parenting in the digital age, particularly through the lens of millennial dads. Drawing on key points from a detailed guide on navigating parenthood amid rapid technological advancements, they explore how dads can leverage technology not just as a tool for entertainment but as a means of education and connection.The episode breaks down practical strategies for integrating technology responsibl...

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6:47

Vitalik Buterin's AI Boost for X Notes

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2024/09/03

In today’s episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite, the AI-generated hosts Bunchu and Chamber delve into the innovative proposals by Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin to enhance the speed and efficiency of Community Notes on the social media platform X. Speaking at Korea Blockchain Week 2024, Buterin highlighted the slow response time of Community Notes as a significant issue, noting that delays could lead to misinformation spreading before corrective annotations appear.Buterin suggests leveraging AI...

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5:16

AI Crypto Trades: Coinbase's New Frontier

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2024/09/02

In today’s segment of Mid Mic Daily Bite, the AI-generated versions of hosts Bunchu and Chamber dive into a groundbreaking development in the intersection of artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency. Coinbase, under the leadership of CEO Brian Armstrong, recently facilitated its first-ever crypto transaction completely managed by AI agents. This milestone marks a significant leap forward in enabling AI to participate actively in the economy.The hosts discuss the details of this transaction ...

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5:32

Tom Hanks Battles AI-Generated Scams

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2024/08/30

In today’s episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite, the AI-generated versions of hosts Bunchu and Chamber delve into the unsettling use of AI technologies to exploit celebrity images for deceptive advertising. The focus is on the recent revelations by Tom Hanks, who took to Instagram to warn his fans about fraudulent online ads using AI-generated versions of his voice and likeness to promote "miracle cures and wonder drugs."The hosts explore the implications of these AI-driven scams that not only misus...

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5:46

OpenAI's 'Strawberry' AI: The Next Frontier?

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2024/08/29

In this engaging segment of Mid Mic Daily Bite, the AI-generated versions of hosts Bunchu and Chamber unpack the latest breakthrough in artificial intelligence from OpenAI—the advanced AI model known as 'Strawberry'. This model marks a significant leap over previous iterations, boasting abilities to solve unprecedented math problems, craft complex marketing strategies, and master intricate puzzles like the New York Times’ "Connections".Today’s discussion zeroes in on Strawberry's remarkable p...

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61:53

OpenAI Shows Project Orion (Strawberry) to Feds

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2024/08/28

In this riveting episode of Mid Mic Crisis, hosts Bunchu and Chamber tackle a range of exciting topics, starting with OpenAI's latest presentation of Project Orion (nicknamed Strawberry) to federal officials. The discussion delves into the implications of this advanced AI system, which is set to enhance how chatbots handle complex reasoning tasks. The hosts explore the potential impacts on national security and the broader AI landscape, examining what this could mean for the future of AI deve...

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5:31

Spotify Letting AI Run Wild

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2024/08/27

In this enlightening segment of Mid Mic Daily Bite, the AI-generated voices of Bunchu and Chamber delve into a brewing controversy at Spotify involving AI-generated content. This episode, titled "Spotify Letting AI Run Wild," unpacks a complex web of scams, deceptive practices, and the role of AI in modern music streaming.The hosts discuss how Spotify has become a battleground for AI-generated covers of popular songs. These tracks, performed by bands with names like The Highway Outlaws and Wa...

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3:43

Lindy AI Gets Rickrolled

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2024/08/23

In this episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite, AI-generated hosts Bunchu and Chamber tackle a fascinating and humorous case study in AI development. The discussion centers around an incident where Lindy's AI, created by Flo Crivello, accidentally sent a "Rickroll" video instead of the intended tutorial. The hosts break down how this mistake occurred due to the AI's ability to pick up on internet culture and how Crivello had to refine the AI's training to avoid such mishaps. Bunchu and Chamber then de...

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