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AI Podcasts

January 8, 2026

Automating Large Scale Refactors with Parallel Agents - Robert Brennan, AllHands

AI Engineer

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. Software maintenance is moving from a manual craft to an industrial process. As agents handle the toil of migrations and security, human engineers will focus entirely on high-level system design.
  2. Batch by Dependency. Use the OpenHands SDK to visualize your codebase as a graph and deploy agents to solve the leaf nodes first.
  3. Companies that master agent orchestration will clear their tech debt backlogs in weeks instead of years, creating a massive competitive advantage in product velocity.
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January 8, 2026

DSPy: The End of Prompt Engineering - Kevin Madura, AlixPartners

AI Engineer

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. The Macro Trend: Software is moving from imperative instructions to declarative goals.
  2. The Tactical Edge: Port your most expensive GPT-4 prompts to DSPy signatures and run them through a BootstrapFewShot optimizer.
  3. The Bottom Line: Brittle prompts are the new technical debt. Building with a declarative framework ensures your system improves as models get cheaper.
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January 9, 2026

Spec-Driven Development: Sharpening your AI toolbox - Al Harris, Amazon Kiro

AI Engineer

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. We are moving from probabilistic prompting to neurosymbolic reasoning where the LLM is a component of a larger structured system.
  2. Install MCP servers for your specific documentation and task trackers. Ground your agent in reality to reduce the manual verification loop.
  3. Engineering rigor is returning to the AI era. Builders who adopt structured workflows will outpace those stuck in the "prompt and pray" cycle.
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January 8, 2026

AI, markets, and power: A conversation with Paul Krugman

Azeem Azhar

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. Capital is replacing labor as the primary driver of productivity.
  2. Prioritize investments in incumbents with massive distribution or lean startups that swap payroll for compute.
  3. The US remains the primary engine of growth but the internal divide between tech hubs and the hinterland will widen as AI concentrates wealth.
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January 9, 2026

Artificial Analysis: The Independent LLM Analysis House — with George Cameron and Micah Hill-Smith

Latent Space

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. The decoupling of parameter count from active compute via sparsity means intelligence is becoming a software optimization problem as much as a hardware one.
  2. Audit your agentic workflows for turn efficiency rather than just cost per token.
  3. In a world of infinite tokens, the winner is the one who can verify the truth the fastest.
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January 7, 2026

Marc Andreessen's 2026 Outlook: AI Timelines, US vs. China, and The Price of AI

a16z

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. The transition from "adding machines" to "human cognition" models is an 80-year correction finally hitting the vertical part of the S-curve.
  2. Prioritize application-specific models that backward-integrate into the stack.
  3. AI is a physical and digital build-out that will define the next decade of global power.
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January 6, 2026

Who Controls AI's Future? The Battle for GPU Access | CoreWeave SVP

Weights & Biases

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. The transition from general-purpose compute to specialized AI infrastructure mirrors the rise of Snowflake in the data era.
  2. Audit your current cloud spend to identify where generalist latency is throttling your GPU goodput.
  3. Performance bars move every two years. If your infrastructure isn't purpose-built for AI today, you will be priced out of the market tomorrow.
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January 5, 2026

Welcome to AIE CODE - Jed Borovik, Google DeepMind

AI Engineer

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. The Macro Pivot: The transition from LLMs as chat interfaces to LLMs as logic engines. As models move from text prediction to logic execution, the value moves from the model itself to the verification systems surrounding it.
  2. The Tactical Edge: Audit the stack. Prioritize the integration of agentic coding tools like Jules to shorten the feedback loop between ideation and deployment.
  3. The Bottom Line: Code is the only medium where AI can self-correct and scale without human intervention. The next 12 months will be defined by who can turn raw model power into reliable, self-healing code.
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January 5, 2026

Claude Agent SDK [Full Workshop] — Thariq Shihipar, Anthropic

AI Engineer

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. Moving from "Model-as-a-Service" to "Environment-as-a-Service" where the harness matters as much as the weights.
  2. Replace your bespoke API tools with a single bash tool. Use a well-structured file system.
  3. The next year belongs to builders who stop treating LLMs as chatbots. They will treat them as system administrators.
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Crypto Podcasts

February 23, 2025

Crypto Circus Never Ends: Hacks, Grifts, and Kanye’s Coin?

Unchained

Crypto
DeFi

Key Takeaways:

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  • 1. Major Hacks Undermine Trust: The Bybit hack exemplifies the vulnerabilities in crypto security and the sophisticated methods of state-affiliated hackers.
  • 2. Insider Scandals Expose Systemic Flaws: The Libra scandal reveals deep-seated issues in meme coin launches, highlighting the need for greater transparency and regulation.
  • 3. Regulatory Shifts Offer Hope: Positive moves by the SEC and the CFTC signal a more supportive regulatory landscape, encouraging legitimate crypto innovation.
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February 21, 2025

Is Hashflow The Next Hyperliquid?

The Rollup

DeFi
Crypto
Infrastructure

Key Takeaways:

  • 1. ZK Technology is Transformative: Zero-Knowledge proofs are not only scalable and secure but are also finding essential applications in decentralized finance, particularly in proving exchange solvency without sacrificing performance.
  • 2. Hashflow Leads with Innovation: By leveraging ZK, Hashflow is positioned as a frontrunner in creating high-performance, secure exchanges that offer a user-friendly experience, potentially setting a new standard for the industry.
  • 3. Real-Time Proving is the Future: The advancement towards real-time proving will revolutionize cross-chain interactions and user experiences, making decentralized exchanges as fast and reliable as their centralized counterparts.
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February 21, 2025

$LIBRA Memecoin Scandal Rocks Argentina & The U.S. Fed’s Next Move! Pivot?

Bankless

Crypto
Others

Key Takeaways

  • Heightened Fraud Risks: The $LIBRA scandal underscores the perpetual risk of manipulation in memecoin markets, urging investors to exercise extreme caution.
  • Evolving Airdrop Strategies: Airdrops are becoming more sophisticated, but misalignment between expectations and reality continues to challenge their effectiveness.
  • Regulatory Balance Needed: While the SEC’s efforts to curb fraud are crucial, the crypto industry must develop robust self-regulation to complement external oversight

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February 21, 2025

Monetary Properties of SOL and ETH

The Rollup

Crypto
DeFi

Key Takeaways

  • Ethereum Outshines Solana: Ethereum’s superior decentralization and monetary properties make it a more reliable asset compared to Solana.
  • Decentralization is Crucial: The degree of decentralization directly impacts an asset’s stability and future predictability, influencing investor confidence.
  • Bitcoin’s Influence Remains Strong: Despite Ethereum’s strengths, Bitcoin’s dominance sets the benchmark for decentralized digital assets, shaping the competitive landscape for other cryptocurrencies.

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February 21, 2025

A New Era For Crypto In The U.S | Rebecca Rettig

Lightspeed

Crypto
DeFi

Key Takeaways:

  • 1. Regulatory Clarity is Crucial: Effective engagement with the SEC can pave the way for more robust and compliant crypto innovations.
  • 2. Decentralization Enhances Stability: Solana’s efforts to decentralize through Jeto Labs contribute to a more resilient and trustworthy network.
  • 3. DeFi as a Game-Changer: The growth of DeFi offers unprecedented opportunities for financial autonomy and market efficiency, driving future crypto adoption.
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February 21, 2025

The Friday Podcast | Sonic and Berachain Breathe Life Into Crypto After LIBRA Memecoin Disaster

blocmates.

Crypto
Others

Key Takeaways:

  • 1. LIBRA’s collapse underscores the critical need for transparency and ethical practices in meme coin launches to restore investor trust.
  • 2. Innovative projects like Sonic and Berachain are crucial in revitalizing the crypto market, demonstrating strong recovery and growth potential.
  • 3. Utility-driven tools such as Kato are essential for fostering a more transparent and authentic crypto community, paving the way for sustainable development.
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