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The Sora App Saga: A Tale of AI, Cameos, and Unexpected Marketing Genius

The Sora App Saga: A Tale of AI, Cameos, and Unexpected Marketing Genius

Update: 2025-10-12
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In this episode, Andrew Mayne, Brian Brushwood, and Justin Robert Young discuss the recent launch of the Soar app by OpenAI, its features, and how it quickly became a platform for both creating AI-generated videos and a new form of social media. They explore the app’s cameo feature, which allows users to create digital avatars and use them in videos, and how Mark Cuban used it for clever marketing. The hosts speculate on the future implications of AI in content creation, advertising, and the potential for new business models. They also share their personal experiences and tips for using the app, highlighting its potential for creators and advertisers alike.


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The Sora App Saga: A Tale of AI, Cameos, and Unexpected Marketing Genius

The Sora App Saga: A Tale of AI, Cameos, and Unexpected Marketing Genius

Andrew Mayne