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Somewhat Frank
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Somewhat Frank is a podcast hosted by Frank Gruber, Jen Consalvo, and John Guidos about technology innovations, startups, and personal life. It's produced with the help of our company, Established.
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#0090 - Cord Cutting Costs, OpenAI's Math Breakthroughs, and the Future of AI Safety
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber, Jen Consalvo, and Simon Kahan discuss technology, innovation, business, and everything in between, including the rising cost of streaming, AI's growing capabilities, and whether tech companies can be trusted to police themselves. Cord...
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#0089 - Remembering Johnny Goodtimes, Apple's New Gadgets, AI Threats, and the Squishy Craze
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster), and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) return after a summer pause and discuss: Remembering Johnny Goodtimes. We honor our friend and co-host John Guidos who passed away recently, and...
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#0088 - Allbirds, Gold Dust, Claude Mythos Preview and Project Glasswing: The Model Too Dangerous to Release
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster), and Simon Kahan (IG: simonkahan) discuss the following topics: AllBirds from Billions to Millions. Pinch of Gold Dust May Be Secret to Bringing Longer Lasting and Safer Batteries to...
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#0087 - NYTimes Sues Perplexity, Amazon Turns NFL Games into Live Shopping Experiences, and Raccoons Are Showing Early Signs of Domestication
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster), and Simon Kahan (IG: simonkahan) discuss the following topics: Amazon Turns NFL Games into Live Shopping Experiences. NYTimes Sues Perplexity — Who...
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#0086 - Breaking Rust, Chinese Astronauts, SuperMe, and Gemini 3
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster), and Simon Kahan (IG: simonkahan) discuss the following topics: AI country band "Breaking Rust" tops the charts. Three astronauts aboard China's space...
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#0085 - NEO and Optimus Robots, Mushroom Computer Parts, Indoor Farming, and Tom Brady's Dog Clone
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster), and Simon Kahan (IG: simonkahan) discuss the following topics: NEO pre-orders open as Tesla's Optimus heats up the robot race. Researchers have built…
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#0084 - OpenAI's Erotica Plan, Instagram Introduces PG-13, Regulators Probe Waymo, and the Louvre Museum Heist
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster), and Simon Kahan (IG: simonkahan) discuss the following topics: Mark Cuban Slams OpenAI's Erotica Plan — "This Is Going to Backfire" Instagram...
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#0083 - Taylor Swift's New Album, AI Workslop, Meta AI Ads, OpenAI's Sora 2
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), and Simon Kahan (IG: simonkahan) discuss the following topics: Taylor Swift's The Life Of A Showgirl AI-Generated "Workslop" Meta Will Begin Using AI Chatbot Conversations to…
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#0082 - Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses, K-pop Demon Hunters, The Bermuda Triangle, Apple's Latest Event - Somewhat Frank Podcast
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster), and Simon Kahan (IG: simonkahan) discuss the following topics: Meta / Ray-Ban Display + Gen-2 + Oakley Vanguard Smart Glasses -...
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#0081 - EV Leases for $100, Pregnancy Robots, and the First AI-led Rights Advocacy Group
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), and Simon Kahan (IG: simonkahan) discuss the following topics: Right now, you can lease an EV for as little as $100 a month — which is pretty wild. Debunked! China was developing...
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#0080 - SuperAgers Who Defy Time, Sam Altman Taking on Elon Musk's Neuralink, and Drones Uncovering Turtles in the Amazon
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), and Simon Kahan (IG: simonkahan) discuss the following topics: CNN SuperAger Article - SuperAgers are individuals who maintain exceptional cognitive function as they age—remaining...
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#0079 - Bitchat, a Possible Alien Comet, Lovable AI, and Australia's Crackdown on Kids Using Social Media
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster), and Simon Kahan (IG: simonkahan) discuss the following topics: Twitter Founder Jack Dorsey Launched Messaging App That Doesn't Need Internet. -...
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#0078 - AI-generated Rock Band, Meta's Escalating AI Talent War, and Plans for a Manhattan-sized AI Data Center - Somewhat Frank Podcast
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), and Simon Kahan (IG: simonkahan) discuss the following topics: AI Rock Band With More Than A Million Listeners -...
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#0077 - AI Relationships, ChatGPT Making Us Dumber, Jeff Bezos' Wedding - Somewhat Frank Podcast
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster), and Simon Kahan (IG: simonkahan) discuss the following topics: Frank has been making music. Check him out at: @frankgrubermusic on Instagram and...
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#0076 - CNBC's 50 Most Disruptive Companies, Why Smaller VC Funds are Outperforming Large Funds - Somewhat Frank Podcast
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster), and Simon Kahan (IG: simonkahan) discuss the following topics: The After-Work Happy Hour Is Dying Apple News – The Cut - Remote work, shifting...
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#0075 - Sesame Street's Netflix Deal, OpenAI and Jony Ive, and Napster's AI-fueled Comeback - Somewhat Frank Podcast
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber) and (Simon Kahan IG: @SimonKahan) discuss the following topics: Sesame Street Heads to Netflix - the iconic PBS show is heading to Netflix under a new licensing deal. OpenAI x Jony Ive's Mysterious AI Device -...
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#0074 - OpenAI Reverses Back to its Nonprofit Roots, Elon Musk's Own City, Chobani Doubles Down on Dairy, and ChatGPT Sparks Strange Delusions - Somewhat Frank Podcast
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), and Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster) discuss the following topics: OpenAI Changes Course Will Remain A Nonprofit - OpenAI will remain under the control of its nonprofit despite…
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#0073 - Signal of Life on a Distant Planet, Lab-Grown Teeth, Midwest's Rise as an AI Data Center - Somewhat Frank Podcast
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), and Simon Kahan (X: @simonkahan) explore the following topics: Founders, investors, startup teams, entrepreneur support organizations (ESOs), and innovators, we invite you to join...
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#0072 - TechCrunch's Sale, 23andMe, Lab-Grown Meats, and Bill Gates' AI-driven Future Vision - Somewhat Frank Podcast
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), and Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster) discuss the following topics: TechCrunch sold again - TechCrunch has been sold again – Yahoo has sold the tech news site to private equity firm...
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#0071 - Major Acquisitions by PepsiCo and Google, Historic Sale of the Boston Celtics, the Prolonged NASA Mission Return, and More - Somewhat Frank Podcast
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster), and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) discuss the following topics: The Established Network's Monthly Innovation Circle kicked off on March 20th with…
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#0070 - AI Is Reshaping Startups, Digg, Colossal Bioscience's Mammoth Mice, Private Moon Landing, and More - Somewhat Frank Podcast
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) discuss the following topics: We are hosting the Established House in Austin on Friday, March 7th, with a couple of featured conversations, a...
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#0069 - Escalating Egg Prices, DeepSeek, Stargate, Boom Supersonic, Starlink, and More - Somewhat Frank Podcast
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), and Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster) discuss the following topics: Egg Prices Are Sky High - Avian flu is back and hitting close to home, impacting poultry farms and sending egg…
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#0068 - CES 2025 Recap, the New Space Race, the TikTok Ban, the Martha Stewart Documentary - Somewhat Frank Podcast
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster,) and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) discuss the following topics: CES 2025 Recap - The annual Consumer Electronics Show brings together the latest in...
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#0067 - Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson Fight, Netflix's Streaming Failure, Comedian/Banana Art, Developments in AI, Paw Paw Fruit - Somewhat Frank Podcast
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster,) and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) discuss the following topics: Here are some tips for the winter and how to beat seasonal depression - Bright light...
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#0065 - OpenAI's Swarm Feature, Nvidia's Open-Source LLM, NFL Guardian Caps, and Halloween Fun Facts - Somewhat Frank Podcast
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster,) and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) discuss the following topics: OpenAI unveils experimental 'Swarm' framework, igniting debate on AI-driven…
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#0064 - Hurricane Helene, Open AI's Funding Round, the State of Venture Q3 Report, the Future of Education
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster,) and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) discuss the following topics: Frank was in Baltimore for the EcoMap Technologies' inaugural event, the SuperConnect conference, which aims to bring...
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#0063 - Apple event, Founder Mode vs Manager Mode, Mosquito Virus Dangers, and More
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster,) and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) discuss the following topics: Apple 'Glowtime' event sees iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro, Apple Watch unveilings Apple…
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#0062 - Investments in AI, US Presidential Race, CrowdStrike Disruption, SearchGPT Launch, and More
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster,) and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) discuss the following topics: The Automated Lawn Care Robot from OtO - OtO has released an automated lawn care robot that is smart, easy to set up,...
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#0061 - Living Skin on Robots, Extraterrestrials Living Among Us, Kelp Farming, Robotaxis, and More
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: @jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster,) and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) discuss the following topics: This Smiling Robot Face Made Of Living Skin is an Absolute Nightmare Fuel -...
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#0060 - 12th Annual Startup Ecosystem Report, 16 lab-grown brains, Rivian's $1B From VW, Astronauts Stranded in Space, and More
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: @jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster,) and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) discuss the following topics: 12th Annual Startup Ecosystem Report - The GSER, powered by the world's most...
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#0059 - Special Guest Jesse Middleton Talks About the Flybridge New AI Index and Other AI Developments
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: @jgoodtimes83), and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) and joined special guest Jesse Middleton from FlyBridge, who is focused on investing in early-stage AI companies. The group discussed all things...
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#0058 - Texas Stock Exchange, IKEA and Roblox, xAI in Memphis, Boeing's Starliner, Dengue Fever, and More…
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X and IG: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: @jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster,) and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) discuss the following topics: A Billionaire-Backed Texas Stock Exchange Is In The Works—Here's What To Know - The...
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#0057 - OpenAI & Apple Deal, Elon Musk's Supercomputer, Paying College Athletes, CyberTruck Test Drive, and More
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X: @FrankGruber), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster) and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan), and Jamilah Corbitt (X: @JamilahCorbitt) chat about the following topics: OpenAI & Apple - Apple is close to finalizing a partnership with OpenAI to...
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#0056 - AI from ChatGPT to Google, Singularity, Full Body Scans, King Charles Portrait, Backyard Chicken Farmer, and More
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: @jgoodtimes83), Jen Consalvo (X: @noreaster) and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) chat about the following topics: The 6th birthday of our company, Established! Read our post about it:...
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#0055 - Anthropic, Magic Mushrooms, Bioengineered Plant Startups, the Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake Beef, the New Ray-Ban Meta Glasses, and More
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: @jgoodtimes83), and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) chat about the following topics: We talk a lot about ChatGPT, but what about Anthropic - Anthropic was founded in 2021 by seven former employees of...
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#0054 - Life Below the Sea, Generative AI, Second Passports, Blue Zones, and More
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: @jgoodtimes83), and Jen Consalvo X: @noreaster) explore the following topics: Life Below The Sea in the MIT Reader by James Powell - Our understanding of the resiliency of life has made leaps in bounds...
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#0053 - Tech Controversies, Banning TikTok, a Smartphone Monopoly, Reddit's Triumphant IPO, and More
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: @jgoodtimes83), and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) dive deep into the innovations and controversies shaping our world. We kicked off with a look at the Startup of the Year fast pitch competition that...
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#0052 - Pulitzer Prize Finalist and Bestselling Author Garrett Graff Discusses his Thoughts on UFOs and the Search for Alien Life
On this very special episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (X: @FrankGruber), John Guidos (IG: @jgoodtimes83), and Simon Kahan (IG: @simonkahan) talk with Garrett Graff about his book "UFO: The Inside Story of the US Government's Search for Alien Life Here – and Out There." For…
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#0051 - Somewhat Frank LIVE @ SXSW 2024
On this special episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (@FrankGruber), John Guidos (@JohnGuidos), and Jen Consalvo (@Noreaster) were live with special guest Sam Jordan from the Established House at SXSW in Austin, Texas. Sam is the Head of Computing and Technology at the Future Today...
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#0050 - Apple Vision Pro, the GRAMMY Awards, Enhanced Games, Disney's Holotile, and More
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (@FrankGruber), John Guidos (@JohnGuidos), and Jen Consalvo (@Noreaster) dive headfirst into the future of technology and societal trends, starting with our hands-on experience with the newly launched Apple Vision Pro. This cutting-edge...
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#0049 - Groundhog Day, Neuralink, the Super Bowl 58, AI Taylor Swift Deepfakes, and More
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (@FrankGruber), John Guidos (@JohnGuidos), and Jen Consalvo (@Noreaster) dive into an exciting mix of celebrations, upcoming events, and groundbreaking discoveries that are shaping our world. We kick things off with a cheerful update:...
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#0048 - Turning Towards Sleep, Supersonic Jets, Stanley Cups, and More
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (@FrankGruber), John Guidos (@JohnGuidos), and Jen Consalvo (@Noreaster) talk about Jen's fantastic birthday celebration, and we're thrilled to share it with you. Special guest, Kara Comparetto, played live piano at the party, and you...
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#0047 - Tech Talk and Winter Wonders: CES 2024 Recap
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (@FrankGruber), John Guidos (@JohnGuidos), and Jen Consalvo (@Noreaster) talk about winter being in full swing across most of the country, with frigid temperatures causing chaos. We dive into the Midwest's cold snap and the challenges...
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#0046 - Steamboat Willie! Exploring the Future and Reflecting on the Past
Welcome back to the Somewhat Frank Podcast! In this episode, Frank Gruber (@FrankGruber), John Guidos (@JohnGuidos), and Jen Consalvo (@Noreaster) talk about the following topics: Gaming Triumphs and Historical Trivia Dive into the fascinating world of Tetris. Hear about Willis Gibson, a...
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#0045 - Grateful Discoveries: Navigating Truth, Innovation, and More
Welcome back to the Somewhat Frank Podcast! In this episode, Frank Gruber (@FrankGruber), John Guidos (@JohnGuidos), and Jen Consalvo (@Noreaster) explore a range of fascinating topics and events, from innovation summits to the changing landscape of social media, and even some exciting product...
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#0044 -Thanksgiving Tales: Sunken Treasure, Eco-Friendly Batteries, AI CEOs, and More
Welcome back to the Somewhat Frank Podcast! It's the season of the sticks and of thanks, and amidst all the craziness and turmoil in the world, there's much to be grateful for. In this episode, Frank Gruber (@FrankGruber), John Guidos (@JohnGuidos), and Jen Consalvo (@Noreaster) delve into what...
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#0043 - Friday The 13th, Banned Food Additives, Living to 120, Adobe Photoshop Beta, And More…
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (@FrankGruber) and John Guidos (@JohnGuidos) discuss "Friday the 13th," because many believe that the combination of Friday and the number "13" cancels out bad luck. According to a 2008 study by the Dutch Centre for Insurance Statistics,...
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#0042 - Apple Car, Meta AI Glasses, Privacy, And More…
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (@FrankGruber) and John Guidos (@JohnGuidos) discuss their trip to Purdue homecoming and the Atlantic Sea Farm investment (www.atlanticseafarms.com). Frank also chats about his trip to Orange Bike Brewing's open house...
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#0041 - Eggs, UFO Balloons, Octopuses, And More…
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (@FrankGruber) and John Guidos (@JohnGuidos) discuss the following topics and articles… Speaking of octopus - https://bgr.com/science/octopus-brains-are-more-alien-than-we-previously-thought/ Eggs — why are they so hot right now?...
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#0040 - All Things AI, ChatGPT, Lensa.ai, CES 2023, And More
On this episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber (@FrankGruber) and John Guidos (@JohnGuidos) discuss the following topics and articles… AI is taking over everything…get ready! Here's a good guide from a search engine analyst perspective. Google Faces a Serious Threat From ChatGPT -...
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