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• April 23, 2024Podcast Episodes

  #99: Making Money in the Digital Era, Materialism Banter

  Ian and Michael discuss ways to make money in our modern digital society, as well as why people form emotional attachments to physical objects (whether a car, a house or a tamagotchi). Plus: is banana really a good pizza topping?

• April 16, 2024Podcast Episodes

  #98: Metaverse Madness and My Friend The Chatbot

  Ian and Michael come back to one of their favourite topics, figuring out uses for the metaverse. And, if we all end up plugged into the metaverse, would it matter if our metaverse friends and acquaintance are actually AI-generated?

• April 9, 2024Podcast Episodes

  #97: Card Games, Board Games and AI, Collectibles

  Ian and Michael discuss card games in the context of language learning, use of AI in creating board games, and collectible items. (This episode contains AI-generated speech)

• April 2, 2024Podcast Episodes

  #96: Music in the Digital Era

  The latest episode of AI Unfiltered is music to our ears! Ian and Michael discuss the recent report on the biggest Spotify artist you've never heard of, a virtually unknown Swedish artist who has amassed 15 billion streams under hundreds of different pseudonyms. And with the advent of generative AI, do we even need human song writers and artists in the future? (This episode features AI-generated content and speech)

• March 19, 2024Podcast Episodes

  #95: Food and Taxis

  Ian and Michael get into a topic near and dear to their hearts (and stomachs): food! Additionally, the pair discuss food delivery services and taxis - and the combination thereof. Plus, our AI-generated contributor, Emma, provides her artificial insights! (This episode features AI-generated content and speech)

• March 12, 2024Podcast Episodes

  #94: The Impatient Society and Technological Revolutions

  Ian and Michael ponder the current AI hype and whether our instant gratification society has made us all too impatient when it comes to technological breakthroughs and the speed of development. Plus, the pair discuss a recent court case where a customer service chatbot "hallucinated" a refund policy - much to the dismay of the customer when the company refused to honor the policy! Who's responsible when we've automated the human out of the loop? (This episode features AI-generated content and speech)

• March 5, 2024Podcast Episodes

  #93: Board Games

  Ian and Michael go analogue and discuss a traditional pastime that received a bit of an upswing during the pandemic: board games! Plus, our AI-generated contributor, Emma Williams, returns with another instalment of "Emma's Artifical Reflections"! Is there an AI twist to boardgames? (This episode features AI-generated content)

• February 27, 2024Podcast Episodes

  #92: Banter about Banter, Social Media, Climate Change, Subscription Models

  Ian and Michael discuss a wide array of topics, ranging from the latest on social media to news reporting on climate change, our need to be distracted in a world of chaos, digital subscription models, and the English language itself!

• February 20, 2024Podcast Episodes

  #91: The Quest for Immortality

  Ian and Michael embark on a thought-provoking exploration of humanity's timeless desire to defy mortality. From the pursuit of extending our lifespans indefinitely to the tantalizing prospect of uploading ourselves to the digital realm, they navigate the complexities of our quest for eternal existence. They examine the equally compelling desire to leave a lasting legacy, pondering the ways in which we seek to be remembered for generations to come. Join them for an illuminating discussion that traverses the realms of science, philosophy, and the human condition, offering insights into the timeless pursuit of immortality. (This description was generated with ChatGPT)

• February 13, 2024Podcast Episodes

  #90: Software as a Service

  Ian and Michael delve into the evolving landscape of software consumption, comparing the prevalent software-as-a-service and subscription models with the traditional approach of purchasing software outright. From the convenience of SaaS to the ownership perks of traditional methods, they navigate the pros and cons from a consumer's standpoint, offering valuable insights into the shifting paradigm. The hosts pivot to the recent US Senate hearing, where the CEOs of the five biggest social media companies faced scrutiny. Tune in for a stimulating discussion that bridges the gap between consumer preferences and the societal impact of tech giants.