In this episode Brian, Troy, and Alex talk about AI hallucinations, and how they mirror human misperceptions. Troy believes the open web and traditional media will still hold value, while Alex thinks AI and platforms like Google and social media will take over. They also touch on the future of ad-supported AI services and SEO, Vivek Ramaswamy’s anti-BuzzFeed campaign and a genius idea about electing presidents.

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• 00:00 Spicy Takes
• 00:54 AI Hallucinations: The Human Aspect
• 01:49 The Future of AI and Media
• 02:44 Debate: Is the Web Dead?
• 04:45 The Role of Media Brands in the AI Era
• 12:17 Advertising and AI: A New Economy
• 14:29 The Impact of AI on Content Discovery
• 20:30 Legal and Ethical Considerations
• 22:57 The Future of Media and AI Integration
• 27:46 Union Pressures and Performance Reviews
• 30:02 The Future of Media and Open Web
• 34:46 Buzzfeed and Media Outsiders
• 41:26 The Role of AI in Leadership
• 44:46 Good Product
• 49:29 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks