In this episode we, Thomas and Mike explore how generative AI is reshaping the way we think, create, and understand ourselves. Starting with a quote from Ted Chiang (“ChatGPT is a blurry JPEG of the internet”), we unpack what it means to be an author when machines can generate stories, music, and ideas that surprise even their human collaborators. We discuss the philosophical and practical questions surrounding AI-generated content, the shifting value we place on craft and effort, and the ri...
In this episode, Mike gets interviewed by his good friend and business partner, Thomas Trincado, to explore some of the deepest questions AI is forcing us to ask. What is intelligence? Can machines be conscious? Does intelligence require a survival instinct? We explore how AI development mirrors and deepens our own search for self-understanding, blending philosophy, personal stories, and practical insights. Find out more about us and the work we're doing: 🌐 Odysi Studio — https://odys...
Dating apps have revolutionized how we meet, but in doing so, they often short-circuit the vulnerability required for real connection. After going on 25+ dates in one month, I discovered that while apps are great at generating matches, they rarely help us transition to meaningful, in-person relationships—and may even trap us in fantasy connections that never materialize. These platforms thrive on keeping us swiping, not settling down, optimizing for engagement over emotional growth. Yet, meet...
In this episode, I sit down with my good friend Elinor to talk about navigating conversations about Israel and Palestine in the wake of October 7th 2023. We recount some difficult discussions, why it’s been so easy to feel misunderstood — or to misunderstand others, and how our backgrounds shape the way we see things. We also get into how tech — especially social media and resulting disembodied conversations — amplifies extremes, pigeonholes, and makes it harder to have thoughtful, nuanced di...
In this first episode, I explore a deeply personal topic—the sudden death of my brother Christopher in 2023 at just 27 years old. Joined by my surviving brother James, we reflect on Chris’s life, our grief, and the strange dissonance of losing someone so young. We end by exploring whether AI could—or should—play a role in preserving and even recreating a loved one’s consciousness.