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Exploring the intersection of AI, startup and content with Rob Kelly from Media and the Machine

Exploring the intersection of AI, startup and content with Rob Kelly from Media and the Machine

Update: 2025-06-06
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———— IN THIS EPISODE ————
Rob Kelly (👉 LinkedIn), founder of Media and the Machine, joins us to share his latest research at the intersection of AI, startups, and content.

In this episode, we dive into:

  • How media companies can build profitable, AI-proof businesses

  • What it takes to stay relevant in the era of generative models

  • Why creating engaging, high-value content matters more than ever

➡️ A must-watch for anyone shaping the future of media.

————AUDIO PODCAST————

————TIMESTAMPS————

  • (00:00:00 ) - Intro (guest and topic)

  • (00:03:39 ) - The state of AI startups for content publishers

  • (00:09:17 ) - AI deals for small / medium size publishers

  • (00:12:12 ) - Things AI cannot do (and the big upside for content publishers)

  • (00:17:14 ) - Publishers doing cool things around AI

  • (00:19:55 ) - What can media businesses do in the era of AI

  • (00:24:55 ) - The fall of media businesses in the next few years?

  • (00:33:35 ) - Rob's theory about the future of AI, devices, and content

  • (00:35:35 ) - Will AI companies sell ads?

  • (00:43:15 ) - Closing thoughts

————LINKS MENTIONNED————

  • Media and the Machine Link

  • DailyDoc Link

  • The top 50 AI startups powering content publishers Link

  • Google keynote I/O Link

  • Newscorp and OpenAI deal Link

  • New York Times suing OpenAI Link

  • New York Times AI deal with Amazon Link

  • Dotdash Meredith Link

  • Interview with Neil Vogel on Google Zero Link

  • 7 things AI can't do Link

  • Creator Science Link

  • Apartment Therapy Link

  • AI podcast for children Link

————MEDIA MOOLAH ?————

Media Moolah dives into the future of media, with a focus on monetization and growth.

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Exploring the intersection of AI, startup and content with Rob Kelly from Media and the Machine

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