PODCAST · technology
Surviving the Singularity
by Magnus and Josh
Join Magnus and Josh as they discuss the challenges of navigating the rapidly changing technological landscape, automation, robotics. And how we can ... Survive the Singularity!
Episodes
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An Interview with Chris: Practical Tips for Surviving
In today's podcast episode, Magnus and Josh are joined by survival expert Chris to discuss essential survival skills. Chris shares his extensive experience in survival training, emphasizing the critical nature of hydration and food sourcing in wilderness scenarios. With practical tips for dealing...
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An Interview with Ryan Clark
Join Magnus as he interviews Ryan Clark of Lantrn. They discuss Lantrn's New Hope with AI: Empowering Local Journalism to Turn Tech Giants into Paying Customers and Ignite Community Prosperity. https://lantrn.ai/ https://www.youtube.com/@GetLantrn/videos
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Nothing Stops This (AI) Train
Join Magnus and Josh as they discuss the AI Bubble that we're (possibly) in and what's to be done (if anything) about the rapidly growing energy demands that AI and its data centers require. Check out Magnus's accompanying article:...
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Music and Robots and Layoffs, oh my!
Join Magnus and Josh this week discussing AI music's rise in popularity. They will check in on the job situation and, horray! Neo (from Norway) is ready to enter your home and do your chores. https://medium.com/@kristiansonmagnus/music-and-robots-and-layoffs-oh-my-4fbf8483d796...
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The Invisible Engine
In this episode Magnus and Josh discuss intangible assets.
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A conversation with Gena Hoxha
Join Magnus as he talks about AI's place in Corporate leadership with special guest: Gena Hoxha! https://www.linkedin.com/in/gena-hoxha/ https://www.ignitium.com/
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Feeling the Bern
Could AI be the Last Straw for the American Worker? On October 6th, 2025, the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee released a report with an ominous title: “The Big Tech Oligarchs’ War Against Workers: AI and Automation Could Destroy Nearly 100 Million U.S Jobs in a...
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Robots, Data Centers, AI and Jobs
Join Magnus and Josh as they continue to strategize how to survive the singularity. In today’s episode, they tackle the very real likelihood that within a decade the world could look totally alien. With Figure’s new robot apparently solving Walking, and new data charting AI’s ability to complete...
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Information, Truth, and Power
In this episode, Magnus and Josh discuss topics broached in Yuval Noah Harari's novel, "Nexus". Is AI poised to dominate information and truth like never before? Will it accelerate the adoption of democratic systems and topple authoritarian regimes, or will we adopt quasi-religious beliefs and...
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AI: Reshaping the World
Have you used Perplexity? In today's episode, Magnus and Josh explore how AI is affecting Economics, Medicine, Jobs, ranging from how we get our news, and exciting new medical breakthroughs, to a new emotional support robot lamp called ElliQ.
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The Coming Wave: We're Doomed!
In today's episode, Magnus and Josh review Mustafa Suleyman's book The Coming Wave, published 2023, covering the probematic themes discussed in the book and the solutions proposed,
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Robots Get Smarter and Cheaper
In this episode, Magnus and Josh discuss the pitfalls of various government approaches to AI regulations, window shop Unitree's new (almost budget friendly) humanoid robot, and marvel at Skil'd AI's approach to learning.
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Is AI Snake Oil?
In today's episode, Magnus and Josh discuss the book AI Snake Oil by Arvind Narayanan and Sayash Kapoor
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What if we are the robotic replacements?
Ranging in topics from gene editing to robotic appendages and biohacking, Magnus and Josh discuss transhumanism and the implications for the future.
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The Future of Farming
In this episode Magnus and Josh explore innovations in farming and ranching, even home snow blowing. Ranging from weed removal, harvesting, apple quality, even manure cleanup and milk production increases. And don't forget the insect vacuuming. With these innovations around food production,...
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The Incredible Power to Heal
In this episode, Josh and Magnus explore the positive impacts of technology and robotics on society, discussing innovations in environmental restoration, healthcare, and infrastructure. They highlight advancements in AI, prosthetics, and the potential of optical computing, while also addressing…
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A Book Review: Scary Smart
In today's episode, Magnus and Josh review Mo Gawdat's 'Scary Smart', a book that debuted before ChatGPT took the world by storm. Magnus and Josh discuss the key takeaways that Mo lays out in his book, including being a good parent and helping to raise an ethical AI child.
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Singularity Defense Squad
In today’s episode, Magnus and Josh take a break from discussing last week’s news and instead survey the people and institutions racing to prevent catastrophic outcomes, from an unchecked race to AI Dominance. From Terminator-style disasters to the slower-burn crisis of mass unemployment, Magnus...
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Really Cool Remote Control Cars?
In this episode, Magnus and Josh talk Robotic Mobility improvements, Emotive Robots, and of course some potential job enhancement, or replacements. Beginning with a look at how robots are learning, and finishing with a caution and call to action to keep an eye on the improvements, Magnus and Josh...
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A look at NVIDIA
This week Magnus and Josh talk about the presentation given by NVIDIA's CEO, Jensen Huang, at the recent Computex 2025 conference in Taiwan. They discuss the evolution of parallel computing, the concept of AI factories, and the future of data transfer and storage. The conversation also touches on...
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Industrial Revolution meets AI Evolution
In this episode, Magnus and Josh tackle the dynamics of the Industrial Revolution and how the evolution of AI could potentially happen much more quickly, touching on the importance of staying informed so as not to be left behind, while also looking forward to the robotic advancements ahead of us....
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Where Have All the Entry Level Jobs Gone?
In this conversation, Josh and Magnus explore the ethical considerations of AI development, the potential for AI to replace entry-level jobs, and the evolving nature of creativity in the age of AI. The conversation also touches on the reliability of AI-generated information and the advancements…
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Feels Bad Man
Magnus and Josh explore the implications of AI companions, and the potential societal impacts of the rapid advancements in AI technology. They discuss legislative responses to the risks posed by AI Companions, the measurement of AI intelligence, and the future of jobs in an increasingly automated...
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Highlight compilation of Surviving the Singularity with Magnus and Josh
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Helllllo RoboNurse
Magnus and Josh explore the rapid advancements in AI and robotics, discussing humanoid robots and their slightly pervy applications, and the implications of AI on society and the economy. The hosts reflect on the potential future scenarios as outlined in the AI 2027 report, emphasizing the need…
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"...I used to scoop"
In this conversation, Magnus and Josh explore the dual role of AI in augmenting human capabilities while also posing a threat to job security. The dialogue delves into the implications of AI in creative industries, the rise of AI influencers, and the changing landscape of work as automation…
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#LongLubricants
In this conversation, Magnus and Josh discuss the rapid advancements in robotics and AI, touching on various themes such as the implications for national security, the emotional responses elicited by AI-generated creative writing, and the competitive landscape of AI development globally. They...
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The Quirky World of Backflipping Robots
In this conversation, Magnus and Josh discuss the implications of AI and robotics on various sectors. They explore the dual nature of AI as both a tool for enhancement and a potential threat to job security. The discussion also touches on the advancements in home robotics and the peculiarities of...
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Join Magnus and Josh as they discuss the challenges of navigating the rapidly changing technological landscape, automation, robotics. And how we can ... Survive the Singularity!
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