The Next Wave - AI and The Future of Technology

Episode 43: How massive is the $500 billion AI Stargate Project, and what does it mean for the future of AI? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) break down this monumental development and discuss its implications. This episode delves into the ambitious AI infrastructure project announced by Donald Trump, alongside key tech players. Learn why this initiative is seen as a groundbreaking moment in AI history, its promises for job creation, health advancements, and the potential concerns around surveillance and data privacy. The hosts also touch on related advancements including DeepSeek-R1, OpenAI's upcoming models, and how they all fit into the larger AI development landscape. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Stargate's $500B AI Infrastructure Investment (03:17) AI Innovation: U.S. Health Revolution (09:17) Surveillance Expansion Concerns (10:27) Corporate Influence and Surveillance Speculation (14:57) Sam's Breakthrough in AI Development (17:16) Mixed Feelings on AI's Future (20:15) NVIDIA's $6B Data Center Expansion (23:14) OpenAI Expands Beyond Microsoft (27:43) AI Model Bias and Control (29:11) OpenAI's Edge: Unique Reasoning Models (34:20) New O3 Models Release Timeline (38:08) AI Boosts Job Efficiency, Not Loss (39:32) Rapid Technological Advancements — Mentions: OpenAI: https://openai.com NVIDIA: https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/ SoftBank: https://www.softbank.jp/en// Oracle: https://www.oracle.com/ MGX: https://www.mgx.ae/en DeepSeek: https://www.deepseek.com/ Get the guide to build your own Custom GPT: https://clickhubspot.com/tnw — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 42: Are you truly unlocking the full potential of OpenAI's 01 models? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) dive deep into the capabilities of ChatGPT01 and GPT01 Pro, offering insights to ensure you're not overlooking these powerful tools. In this episode, Matt showcases how to create short-form content from long-form transcripts, while Nathan discusses using 01Pro to build a game from scratch. With specific workflows, practical examples, and mind-blowing insights, you won't want to miss how these advanced models can revolutionize your content creation and coding endeavors. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Model Perception Disconnect (05:50) Understanding ChatGPT and 01 Models (07:58) AI Transforming Complex Problem Solving (10:19) AI-Assisted Medical Diagnoses (15:37) "01 Outpaces 01 Pro" (18:35) Efficient Podcast Clip Identification (22:57) "Efficient Coding with XML Format" (24:34) Optimize Instructions for Better Output (28:07) AI Workflow Optimization: O1 Pro & Cursor (32:17) Unexpected Gaming Industry Connections (32:56) AI Empowering Creative Pursuits — Mentions: OpenAI: https://openai.com Whisper: https://openai.com/research/whisper Perplexity: https://www.perplexity.ai Get the guide to build your own Custom GPT: https://clickhubspot.com/tnw — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 41: How groundbreaking are the AI-driven advancements showcased at CES 2025? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) take you through the year's biggest AI announcements and innovations from the Consumer Electronics Show. This episode dives into the latest in AI's integration with the Internet of Things, Nvidia's exciting new projects, advancements in self-driving car technology, and the potential of fully automated game testing. The hosts share their CES experiences, highlight favorite tech demonstrations, and discuss the future of AI, from personal computing to enterprise applications. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Discussing Nvidia's AI advancements at CES. (04:52) Hopes for AGI, aiming next for ASI. (06:33) AI to revolutionize solving major human challenges. (10:50) Edge computing could disrupt cloud-based business models. (14:04) Nvidia dominates AI; local privacy management evolves. (17:40) Nvidia's Project Cosmos: Virtual testing for technologies. (20:39) Automated testing identifies potential game bugs efficiently. (24:36) CES highlights: self-driving tech, AI-enhanced IoT. (29:12) Advancing tech predicts needs, massive impressive TVs. (29:54) Flying motorcycle showcased; clear TV criticized. (33:35) Nintendo Switch 2: 2025 release, AI upscales to 4K. (38:41) Excited for easier video creation with AI. (42:17) Stay informed on Nvidia updates; subscribe now. — Mentions: CES 2025: https://www.ces.tech/ Jensen Huang: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenhsunhuang/ NVIDIA: https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/ Get the guide to build your own Custom GPT: https://clickhubspot.com/tnw — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 40: What will AI look like in 2025 and how will it change our daily lives? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) dive deep into AI's future with perspectives on emerging models and innovations. In this episode, Nathan and Matt explore the vast potential of AI models like OpenAI's upcoming o3, the future advancements expected by 2025, and the significant societal implications of these powerful technologies. They discuss potential impacts on the job market, daily life, and how AI-driven tools might handle routine tasks, freeing up human creativity for more complex endeavors. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Basic AGI emerging by 2025, transforming tasks. (05:14) Discussing AI-generated art and personal connection. (08:59) AI video advancements to reach new realism by 2025. (10:41) Improved AI reasoning entails significant cost challenges. (13:04) Top EverQuest player used multiboxing for profit. (18:57) More compute increases performance and intelligence. (21:09) New paradigm might solve frontier math problems. (25:46) o3 agents may eventually benefit regular users. (27:54) Agents constantly self-check, improving code accuracy. (32:04) Frequent job changes commonplace in Silicon Valley. (35:32) Japan remains important; major progress expected 2025. (38:36) Exploring AI tools; curious about updates. (41:08) Created an RPG-infused match-three puzzle game. (44:13) Small teams creating massive projects efficiently now. (45:51) Quickly built desktop tool converts files to JPEG. — Mentions: OpenAI: https://openai.com/ Claude: https://claude.ai/ EverQuest: https://www.everquest.com/ Midjourney: https://www.midjourney.com/ Get the guide to build your own Custom GPT: https://clickhubspot.com/tnw — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 39: How are AI video tools revolutionizing content creation? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) are joined by Tim Simmons (https://x.com/theomediaai), founder of Theoretically Media, to delve into the latest advancements in AI video tools. This episode ranks 13 of the most popular AI video tools of Q4 2024, discussing their features, strengths, and weaknesses. They explore the capabilities of tools like Sora, Runway, and Adobe Firefly, and predict future developments in AI integration. The conversation highlights the evolving landscape of AI video generation and its impact on content creation. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Pika struggles with customization; requires frequent rerolls. (06:49) Veyo ranks S tier for generating videos. (13:51) Leaving Sora in category S, discussing Turbo. (20:21) You write scripts; creators adapt them independently. (25:40) Prompts reinforce ideas, rerun if needed. (26:51) InVideo generates videos from concepts automatically. (33:28) Integrating new technology requires complex adaptation. (40:50) Runway: Advanced camera controls, fast image-to-video. (45:58) Adobe's generative tools: Occasional use, specific purposes. (48:08) Firefly and Gen Phil integrate into Adobe. (57:19) AI models continually improve, likely accelerating progress. (59:09) Focus on storytelling, not just technical details. — Mentions: Tim Simmons: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theoreticallymedia/ Theoretically Media: https://www.youtube.com/@TheoreticallyMedia Pika: https://pika.art/ Sora AI: https://sora.com/ Runway AI: https://runwayml.com/ Adobe Firefly: https://www.adobe.com/sensei/generative-ai/firefly.html Midjourney: https://www.midjourney.com/ Minimax: https://haylouai.com/minimax Nvidia: https://www.nvidia.com/ Cling: https://cling.com/ Get the guide to build your own Custom GPT: https://clickhubspot.com/tnw — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 38: How revolutionary is the latest in AI voice technology? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) dive deep into this topic with Ammaar Reshi (https://x.com/ammaar), head of design at ElevenLabs and AI enthusiast who has made waves with his innovative AI projects. In this episode, Ammaar takes us through the cutting-edge features of ElevenLabs, a platform revolutionizing content creation with AI-driven voice technology. From monetizing pre-recorded voices to producing multilingual content, and even generating music, explore how ElevenLabs is transforming how we create and consume audio content. They also delve into Ammaar’s background, discussing his transition from viral AI art to leading design at ElevenLabs, and the exciting developments on the horizon for AI in audio. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Discussing AI business tool with ElevenLabs. (05:28) Co-founders initiated dubbing innovation for accessibility. (07:52) Exploring ElevenLabs features, including iPhone app. (10:47) Stability affects voice similarity and style. (13:49) Browse library of diverse platform voice actors. (17:37) Using ElevenLabs for quick sound effects. (20:21) Anyone can build simple conversational AI agents. (25:20) Mobile app empowers indie authors for self-publishing. (31:40) GenFM: Realistic voices, 32 languages, mobile experience. (34:25) Follow Amar on X for AI app insights. — Mentions: Ammaar Reshi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ammaarsreshi/ ElevenLabs: https://elevenlabs.io/ NotebookLM: https://notebooklm.google/ Get the guide to build your own Custom GPT: https://clickhubspot.com/tnw — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 37: Could Google’s new AI, Project Astra, revolutionize the way we interact with technology? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) are joined by Bibo Xu (https://www.linkedin.com/in/bibo-xu-23b3585/), a key player in the development of Astra, along with insights from Greg Wayne, a lead researcher. In this episode, Matt and Nathan dive deep into their first-hand experiences with Project Astra in London. They discuss the groundbreaking capabilities of Astra, including multimodal conversations, advanced personalization, and potential to perform complex tasks. They also touch on the progress of Gemini models, Google's approach to data privacy and security, and the fierce competition in the AI industry. Tune in to hear how Astra could redefine digital assistants and the implications this has for the future. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Google DeepMind's Project Astra: Multimodal AI Assistant. (03:28) Visited DeepMind in London; experienced glowing presentations. (06:45) Provides information on nearby attractions and objects. (11:42) Launch timing uncertain; testing and satisfaction pending. (12:43) Interviewed Project Astra leads on features, privacy. (17:00) Metacognition requires experiential learning for accuracy. (20:47) Astra enhances native audio; untapped potential remains. (24:18) Astra stores and utilizes user data effectively. (27:41) Astra aims to improve through trusted testers. (29:20) Google's innovations are mind-blowing and groundbreaking. (34:30) Exciting tech, but monetization remains a challenge. (35:48) Researchers excited; focus not on monetization yet. — Mentions: Bibo Xu: https://x.com/biboxu Greg Wayne: https://www.innovatorsunder35.com/the-list/gregory-wayne/ Project Astra: https://deepmind.google/technologies/project-astra/ Google Deep Mind: https://deepmind.google/ Get the guide to build your own Custom GPT: https://clickhubspot.com/tnw — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 36: What happens when AI technology leaks, and who benefits the most? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) discuss OpenAI's recent leak involving their video generation model Sora. In this episode, Matt and Nathan dive into the implications of the Sora leak, how it affected OpenAI, and what it means for the future of AI video generation. They also explore the resulting industry reactions, the complexity of maintaining NDAs, and how AI companies like Anthropic are releasing innovative features to stay competitive. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Artists frustrated over restricted video sharing rights. (04:12) Creators lost access to flawed Sora tool. (06:31) Anthropic's Model Context Protocol connects AI data. (09:32) Adjust style: Remove emojis, reduce casualness. (14:32) AI update improves V0 website cloning accuracy significantly. (15:56) Founder admires design, improves AI-generated code backend. (21:35) Gig work rise over traditional careers anticipated. (24:07) He wanted X to be WeChat-like. (25:48) Standalone app for funny AI art success. — Mentions: OpenAI’s Sora: https://openai.com/index/sora/ v0: https://v0.dev/ Anthropic: https://www.anthropic.com/ Model Context Protocol: https://www.anthropic.com/news/model-context-protocol Runway: https://runwayml.com/ Claude: https://claude.ai/ Get the guide to build your own Custom GPT: https://clickhubspot.com/tnw — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 35: How effective are the latest AI tools for coding and app development? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) take us through a head-to-head evaluation of Bolt, v0, Replit, and Websim.AI, analyzing their design, usability, and overall effectiveness. In this episode, the hosts dive deep into the capabilities of each AI coding tool, sharing personal experiences and testing outcomes. From creating a Space Invaders game with Bolt to building a directory website for lore.com with Replit, they explore how these AI tools can transform the app development landscape. They also discuss the future of AI in enabling non-technical users to engage in creative design processes and the potential for AI to automate entire SaaS companies within the near future. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Using AI tools to clear business bottlenecks. (04:53) Using mini apps to streamline business processes. (06:39) Dall-E images converted to JPEG effortlessly. (11:24) Bolt struggles with image duplication, excels verbally. (17:15) Websim excels in creating user interfaces. (20:20) AI can replicate website design accurately, surprisingly. (23:02) Replit AI excels in web design and apps. (25:46) Websim creatively designs websites for domain ideas. (29:07) Turning ideas into reality through coding. — Mentions: Bolt: https://boltai.com/ v0: https://v0.dev/ Replit: https://replit.com/ WebSim.AI: https://websim.ai/ Get the guide to build your own Custom GPT: https://clickhubspot.com/tnw — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 34: How will the 2024 election impact AI advancements by 2025? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) dive into the implications of the upcoming Trump term. In this episode, Matt and Nathan discuss the potential AI developments over the next few years, how different political outcomes could shape AI progress, and the shifting landscape in Silicon Valley. They explore the latest in AI models like OpenAI 01, the debate over AGI timelines, and how regulatory approaches might impact America’s competitive edge in tech. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) This won't become political; mood is changing. (04:55) Reduce government size, invest severance in tech. (08:28) AI can reveal corruption in government spending. (10:58) AI regulation may favor big companies, hinder startups. (14:50) Sam Altman expects AGI by 2025, despite skepticism. (17:59) AGI expected around 2025-2027, training slowing. (19:56) AI models don't learn in real-time conversations. (22:48) Humans struggle to foresee technological advancements' impact. (27:53) AGI leads to ASI due to intelligence. (29:39) Optimistic about AI and future advancements. (32:20) Predicts accurately, but often wrong on timing. — Mentions: Sam Altman: https://blog.samaltman.com/ OpenAI: https://openai.com/ Dario Amodei: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dario-amodei-3934934/ Anthropic: https://www.anthropic.com/ AlphaFold: https://alphafold.ebi.ac.uk/ Dogecoin: https://dogecoin.com/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 33: Can Google’s AI tools take the top spot in the AI industry? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) debate Google's innovation potential and compare it with leading AI tools on the market. This episode dives into the evolution of "Project Tailwind" from Google's document-chatting feature to a podcast powerhouse, its ranking in the AI tool tier list, and what it means for the competition. They discuss the potential of Perplexity, Eleven Labs, Runway, Luma, Descript, and more. The importance of user experience, effective application of AI tools, and future improvements are central themes in this comprehensive tier ranking. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Grok's strength: Uses top Flux Pro model. (09:52) ChatGPT edits effectively, improved neutrality. (13:22) Gemini excels with large context and video abilities. (19:43) Most models suffice; Llama is open source. (25:20) Automated assistance for coding with documentation integration. (28:26) Replit AI builds websites quickly but lacks quality. (34:40) Leonardo good but retains Stable Diffusion issues. (36:32) Midjourney's realism surpasses Leonardo, aesthetically pleasing. (43:38) Playground preferred over Stable Diffusion for accessibility. (47:03) Adobe uses ethical AI, benefiting Photoshop users. (55:36) Runway leads AI video. (01:01:55) Descript transcribes and edits audio/video via text. (01:03:23) Descript: Transcriptions and voice-cloning functionality tool. (01:12:50) Notebook LM impressively utilizes Gemini for information consumption. (01:18:43) Hypothetical hybrid tool to generate podcasts from research commands. (01:19:49) Tools can fluctuate in ranking over time. — Mentions: Project Tailwind: https://blog.google/technology/ai/notebooklm-google-ai/ Grok: https://x.ai/ Gemini: https://gemini.google.com/ Llama: https://www.llama.com/ Leonardo: https://leonardo.ai/ Midjourney: https://www.midjourney.com/ Adobe Firefly: https://www.adobe.com/products/firefly.html Wispr: https://www.flowvoice.ai/ Perplexity: https://www.perplexity.ai/ Eleven Labs: https://elevenlabs.io/ Runway: https://runwayml.com/ Luma: https://lumalabs.ai/dream-machine Descript: https://www.descript.com/ Cursor: https://cursor.so/  Replit: https://replit.com/  Claude: https://www.anthropic.com/product Suno: https://suno.com/ NotebookLM: https://notebooklm.google/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 32: How can you build an app with a backend using AI in just 20 minutes? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) sit down with AI enthusiast Riley Brown (https://x.com/rileybrown_ai) to explore this exciting and challenging process. In this episode, Riley brings his unique perspective and experience, from a non-coder to a developer leveraging AI tools. The discussion covers Riley's journey, the tools he recommends for beginners, like Cursor and Replit, and the integration with Firebase for seamless app development. They venture into creating a simple web app, discuss the evolution of app capabilities, and contemplate innovative features and platforms driven by AI. Whether you're a novice or an experienced developer, this episode offers a wealth of insights and practical advice. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Riley Brown shares app-building methods, templates. (04:15) Using Claude artifacts for code generation amazed me. (08:35) Start with Cursor, avoid multiple tool distractions. (09:34) Codebase setup using SSH for syncing changes. (12:55) AI integrates and updates code in steps. (17:49) App to log and track AI skill development. (20:04) Tools: Cursor, Firebase, Replit for project management. (25:12) Discusses free use of Replit, Firebase, Cursor. (27:32) App for threading voice notes and AI formatting. (30:58) Appreciating design effort; seeking AI improvement. (33:31) Building community to create apps efficiently. (35:20) Follow Riley Brown on X, subscribe YouTube. — Mentions: Riley Brown: https://community.softwarecomposer.com/c/templates/replit-templates https://replit.com/@an732001/Riley-and-Ansh-Full-Stack-Nextjs-Template-version-1?v=1#README.md Software Composer: https://www.softwarecomposer.com/ Cursor: https://www.cursor.so/ Replit: https://replit.com/ Firebase: https://firebase.google.com/ Midjourney: https://www.midjourney.com/ Claude: https://www.anthropic.com/index/claude Wispr Flow: https://www.flowvoice.ai/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Our friends over at the TED AI show are in our feed today to discuss how the development of AI is begging us to ask: what counts as art? In this provocative conversation, Claire Silver, an anonymous AI collaborative artist, sits down with host and previous guest Bilawal Sidhu to talk about how AI has revolutionized her own mixed media practice, and why she thinks that AI may be an inextricable part of human creativity in the near future.You can listen to more episodes of the TED AI show on your favorite podcast app or on their website at https://www.ted.com/podcasts/the-ted-ai-show

Episode 31: What will the future look like when AI agents take over mundane tasks? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) are joined by Don Allen Stevenson III (https://x.com/DonAllenIII), former DreamWorks specialist and author of "Make a Seat". In this episode, they dive deep into how AI agents are set to revolutionize our everyday lives by speculating on future AR products, and exploring AI-driven automation in advertising. Don Allen Stevenson III also shares insights from his book on leveraging AI and technology during times of change, and how he used AI to write and organize it. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Former DreamWorks trainer, now independent content creator. (04:04) Inspired by Black Mirror, created hopeful Clear Mirror. (07:00) Setup ChatGPT voice shortcuts on Apple devices. (09:55) Encountered rate limit issues but found automation impressive. (15:27) Analyze top YouTube thumbnails for design inspiration. (21:47) Runway Take One: Video to emotion-matched cartoon. (23:29) Smaller studios embrace AI; larger ones resist. (28:01) Animatics reveal audience engagement through rough storytelling. (29:41) New tech democratizes film creation and opportunities. (33:25) Meta's Creator AI customizes models using consented data. (37:44) AI note-taking tool aids conference information management. (39:35) iOS 18 voice memos: transcribe, search audio. (43:08) Creating opportunities and resilience with AI insights. — Mentions: Don Allen Stevenson III: https://www.donalleniii.me/ “Make A Seat: Discovering Opportunities, Leveraging Technology, and Building Resilience”: https://www.amazon.com/Make-Seat-Discovering-Opportunities-Leveraging/dp/B0DFV4QMLY Rundway: https://runwayml.com/ Claude: https://claude.ai/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 30: How are AI tools really transforming our productivity? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands)  dive deep into the world of AI-driven workflows in their latest Q&A Special episode. No guest joins this episode, ensuring that our beloved hosts can thoroughly dissect the impact of these smart tools on their workflow. In this episode, Matt and Nathan discuss several AI tools, addressing market saturation, the affordability and accessibility of advanced models, and intriguing business opportunities. Matt shares how Spotter helps generate video thumbnail concepts, and both hosts discuss the future of content creation, AI's ethical concerns, and technological advancements on the horizon. Expect insights into their favorite AI tools, the evolving AI market, and the balance between automation and human authenticity. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) New o1 model shows potential with agents. (04:13) Email management agents automate responses and organization. (09:09) Perplexity, Claude, NotebookLM aid research efficiently. (11:35) Using various tools for YouTube content optimization. (14:40) Modify AI thumbnail with Photoshop's generative fill. (18:33) AI could widen or narrow wealth disparities globally. (20:18) AGI is farther out, tool consolidation coming. (25:46) Quick response preferred over complex inference. (28:14) AI videos will evolve VTubers but remain niche. (32:38) Engages both support and critique of AI. (35:01) AI improves world, poses job-related challenges. (37:22) Humans adapt and create new value continually. (40:38) Elon aims for autonomous robo-taxi revenue. (43:05) Enjoying spontaneous conversations; future questions appreciated. — Mentions: Spotter: https://spotter.ai/ Perplexity: https://www.perplexity.ai/ Vidiq: https://vidiq.com/ TubeBuddy: https://www.tubebuddy.com/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 29: Are you ready to dive into the world of AI-driven newsletter creation and content strategy? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) discuss the tools, techniques, and insider secrets to building a successful AI-powered business from scratch. In this episode, they explore AI's role in streamlining newsletter creation, bundling media properties for better monetization, and maintaining the crucial human touch for quality and engagement. Plus, they share their personal experiences and strategies for leveraging AI tools like Perplexity, Claude, Mixo, and many more to validate business ideas and enhance content production. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Leverage AI tools, don't start AI businesses. (03:43) Mixo creates instant landing pages using prompts. (09:23) Firebase, Replit, and AI simplify business startup. (12:54) Amazon sellers use sentiment analysis to improve products. (14:14) Focus on human-centric content creation amid AI. (18:17) Mix of memorization and automated video editing. (22:12) AI-generated avatars as news anchors increasing. (24:48) AI simplifies newsletter creation with writing, editing. (28:50) Newsletters need unique voices for long-term success. (32:01) Timing was crucial for YouTube success. (34:49) Automated tool summary solution using Perplexity. (38:56) Covered strategies, tools, and ideas for businesses. — Mentions: Mixo: https://www.mixo.io/ Perplexity: https://www.perplexity.ai/ Claude: https://claude.ai/ Futureloop: https://www.diamandis.com/futureloop Timebolt: https://www.timebolt.io/ Firebase: https://firebase.google.com/ Cursor: https://www.cursor.com/ Webflow: https://webflow.com/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 28: How will augmented reality and AI tools revolutionize how we interact with our devices? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) ponder if AI-generated entities like podcast hosts change our understanding of reality.  In this episode, Matt and Nathan share insights on new AI tools like Notebook LM and OpenAI’s advanced voice mode, and how these technologies could transform learning and human-computer interactions. Whether it’s using AI for content creation, translation, or personal and business tasks, the hosts navigate the thrilling yet unsettling advancements in AI technology. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) AI translation struggles led to amusing moments. (05:13) Sam Altman uses advanced voice as a companion. (09:00) OpenAI preempted Meta's advanced voice mode launch. (12:05) Glasses remember parking spots using vision features. (14:43) AI-driven voice interaction is the future. (19:41) Microphone mistaken for surveillance device at conference. (22:23) Notebook LM impresses with versatile document integration. (25:36) Technological acceleration expected; improvements surpass expectations. (30:13) Complex topics explained well using podcasts. (31:42) Automated podcast creation with AI tools nearing. — Mentions: Notebook LM: https://notebooklm.google/ OpenAI Dev Day 2024: https://openai.com/devday/ Meta Connect: https://www.meta.com/connect/ Orion: https://about.fb.com/news/2024/09/introducing-orion-our-first-true-augmented-reality-glasses/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 27: How is AI revolutionizing productivity for marketers? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) are joined by Zeynep Ozdemir (https://www.linkedin.com/in/zeynep-inanoglu-ozdemir-phd-962a5035/), the Chief Marketing Officer of Atlassian, who brings a unique blend of AI expertise and marketing experience. In this episode, we explore Zeynep's fascinating journey from engineering and speech synthesis to her pivotal role in marketing. The discussion delves into how AI is transforming marketing strategies, creating a partnership between human creativity and AI capabilities, and making marketers significantly more productive. With insights from Atlassian's cutting-edge AI applications and detailed survey data on AI usage in marketing, this conversation is packed with actionable takeaways for embracing AI in your workflow. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Machine learning training is now much faster than before. (05:30) AI as creative partner enhances content creation. (10:17) Exploring AI's impact on productivity, creativity, research. (13:33) AI boosts creativity and efficiency in marketing. (16:28) Seamless AI integration in content creation workflow. (18:40) Expert on dynamic customer data and interactions. (21:37) Personalized AI marketing and visual content generation. (25:35) Thanks, Zeynep, for the fascinating conversation. — Mentions: Zeynep Ozdemir: https://events.atlassian.com/unleash/speaker/993189/zeynep-inanoglu-ozdemir  Atlassian: https://www.atlassian.com/ Fei Fei Li: https://profiles.stanford.edu/fei-fei-li — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 26: Which Large Language Model (LLM) Should Your Business Use? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) dive deep into the pros and cons of various LLMs in this jam-packed episode. This episode explores the capabilities of AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Grok, and Gemini, and highlights how businesses can leverage these technologies for tasks such as copywriting, research, coding, and creating custom content. Get ready for a detailed discussion on emerging AI trends, practical applications, and the ethical considerations surrounding AI usage. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Deep dive on tools for copywriting and research. (05:46) Preview version outperforms but below full model. (08:38) Use GPT-4 for most tasks; complex, OpenAI-01. (10:09) Compress PDFs for Claude to read easier. (15:11) Exploring English, introducing custom GPT projects' benefits. (16:05) Cloud runs and displays code alongside chat. (18:56) Notebook LM converts complex PDFs into audio podcasts. (22:13) Llama is best for local, secure data processing. (26:56) Perplexity Pro: Choose and use various models. — Mentions: Inbound 2024: https://www.inbound.com/ Claude: https://claude.ai/ Midjourney: https://www.midjourney.com/ Flux: https://www.flux.ai/ NotebookLM: https://notebooklm.google/ Gemini: https://www.gemini.com/ Llama: https://www.llama.com/ Grok: https://x.com/grok Perplexity AI: https://www.perplexity.ai/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 25: How can AI transform your personal productivity and growth on platforms like YouTube and Twitter? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) delve into this with vibrant dialogue and invaluable insights from their experiences. This is recorded from HubSpot’s Inbound 2024. In this episode, Matt and Nathan discuss leveraging AI for optimizing YouTube titles, creating engaging scripts, and developing effective growth strategies. They share their personal workflows, including the use of tools like Claude, Stable Diffusion, and MidJourney. The episode also covers insightful Twitter growth tactics that helped Nathan skyrocket his follower count from 5,000 to 50,000 in a few months. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Using stable diffusion to generate AI art thumbnails. (03:20) Uses AI tool Claude for video title generation. (06:39) Hook, result, tutorial, flow: establishing video structure. (10:48) Utilized Tweet Hunter for style inspiration via AI. (12:44) AI-inspired thread on top people to follow. (16:51) Repurpose YouTube tutorials, create PDFs, build software. (19:01) AI proofreads newsletter for grammar and readability. (23:26) AI simplifies creating consistent newsletters easily. (25:42) Podcast now live, available on YouTube. — Mentions: Inbound 2024: https://www.inbound.com/ Claude: https://claude.ai/ Stable Diffusion: https://stability.ai/ DreamBooth: https://dreambooth.github.io/ Tweet Hunter: https://tweethunter.io/ Midjourney: https://www.midjourney.com/ Leonardo: https://leonardo.ai/ HeyGen: https://www.heygen.com/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano