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    #49: AI and Politics

    In this episode of the podcast, Ian and Michael explore the intersection of AI and politics. The two discuss how AI is being used in political campaigns, from the use of avatars to represent candidates virtually, to the use of AI-generated political speeches written by ChatGPT. They also delve into how AI can be used to make policy decisions, with examples such as creating optimal tax policies. If you're curious about the ways that AI is transforming the political landscape, this episode is a must-listen. (This description was generated using ChatGPT)

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    #48: The Battle of the Large Language Models

    In this episode of the podcast, Ian and Michael dive deep into the latest developments in the world of large language models. The two discuss the launch of Google's Bard, and Microsoft's integration of OpenAI's models into their search engine Bing. But are these large language models really as useful as they seem? Ian and Michael weigh the pros and cons of relying on large language models for information retrieval and explore some of the challenges that come with using these technologies. (This description was automatically generated using ChatGPT)

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    #47: New Types of Jobs, Work in the Digital Era

    As the digital era continues to shape the job market, Ian and Michael tackle the complex topic of the future of work. Will high-paying jobs be automated by AI, only to be replaced with low-wage alternatives? In our latest episode, we delve into the changing landscape of employment and explore new types of jobs emerging in the digital age. (This description was generated with ChatGPT)

  • A humanoid robot standing by a 3D printerA humanoid robot standing by a 3D printer

    #46: 3D Printing

    From manufacturing to medicine, 3D printing is disrupting industries and transforming the way we create and innovate. In our latest episode, Ian and Michael explore the incredible world of 3D printing and its implications. (This description was generated using ChatGPT)

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    #45: Esports and Live-Streaming Games

    Join Ian and Michael as they navigate the fast-growing world of esports and video game live streaming. The billion-dollar industry of competitive gaming has revolutionized how we view and monetize play. But the question remains, are esports truly a sport? Get ready for a debate on this controversial topic in our latest episode! (This description was generated using ChatGPT)

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    #44: The Next AI Winter

    AI research and development have over the years fallen prey to hype cycles, resulting in two longer so called AI winters in the 1970s and the late 1980s/early 1990s. Is there a risk that we are heading towards another AI winter, or a bubble akin to the dotcom bubble of the early 2000s?

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    #43: Smart Cities and Buildings

    Join us as we delve into the world of smart cities and buildings. Ian and Michael discuss the technology shaping the urban landscape and the potential implications on privacy and surveillance. How much convenience are we willing to sacrifice for a 'smart' city? Tune in to find out!

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    #42: ChatGPT and Large Language Models

    The advent of large language models that can produce natural sounding text may well revolutionise how we write and communicate in the future. Ian and Michael discuss.

  • A humanoid robot leaning its back on a balcony rail during New Year's Eve, the robot staring at nothing in particularA humanoid robot leaning its back on a balcony rail during New Year's Eve, the robot staring at nothing in particular

    #41: The 2022 Retrospective

    AI Unfiltered is back from holiday break! Ian and Michael kick off 2023 by looking back and discussing some of the biggest stories of 2022, including text and image generators, the metaverse hype, Twitter, and much more!

  • AI Unfiltered returns January 10

    Stay tuned for new episodes! Meanwhile, catch up on our previous episodes: https://anchor.fm/aiunfiltered