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AI Podcasts

February 12, 2026

Owning the AI Pareto Frontier — Jeff Dean

Latent Space

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. Prioritize low-latency, multi-turn interaction models for agentic workflows. Invest in prompt engineering as a core skill, treating it as advanced executive communication to precisely guide AI agents.
  2. The AI industry is moving beyond raw model size as the sole metric of progress. The true frontier is now defined by the efficiency of capability delivery—how quickly, affordably, and contextually a model can perform complex tasks for a user, driven by hardware-software co-design and intelligent data management.
  3. The next 6-12 months will see a bifurcation in AI development: hyper-specialized, low-latency "flash" models for ubiquitous, agent-driven tasks, and ultra-capable "pro" models for deep reasoning, with hardware co-design and multimodal data integration being the key differentiators for sustained competitive advantage.
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February 11, 2026

Inside The Life of Silicon Valley's First Athlete Investor | Magic Johnson

a16z

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. The shift from transactional endorsements to equity-driven ownership for public figures is accelerating, driven by soaring asset valuations in sports and entertainment, and amplified by new tech that allows for more direct brand building and value creation. This means the "celebrity investor" is no longer a novelty but a strategic force, demanding a different approach to deal flow and value add.
  2. Cultivate a diverse, expert team that can challenge your assumptions and vet opportunities, especially in unfamiliar sectors. Prioritize long-term equity plays over short-term cash, and actively seek out "boring" businesses with consistent growth potential, as these often hide outsized returns.
  3. The future of wealth creation for founders and investors lies in understanding that relationships are capital, equity is king, and a "win-at-all-costs" mentality must extend beyond your core expertise into every business venture. Position yourself to identify and participate in deals that leverage both established industries (like sports) and emerging tech (like AI), recognizing that early entry and strategic partnerships are paramount for exponential growth.
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February 11, 2026

Inside The Life of Silicon Valley's First Athlete Investor | Magic Johnson

a16z

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. The athlete-investor archetype, pioneered by Magic Johnson, signals a broader trend where personal brand and strategic capital disrupt traditional investment. This shift is accelerated by AI and blockchain, enabling individuals to build billion-dollar enterprises.
  2. Cultivate a "give-first" network by consistently adding value to relationships. Attend industry events early to maximize quality time with key decision-makers.
  3. Long-term wealth creation hinges on disciplined equity ownership, investing in "boring" but essential sectors, and assembling an expert team. This framework is crucial for navigating tech opportunities over the next 6-12 months.
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February 11, 2026

Inside The Life of Silicon Valley's First Athlete Investor | Magic Johnson

a16z

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. The era of celebrity endorsements is giving way to direct equity ownership and entrepreneurial ventures, as high-profile individuals increasingly seek to build lasting business empires rather than just collect checks. This trend is amplified by new technologies like AI, which lower the barrier to entry for creating and scaling businesses.
  2. Cultivate a powerful network by consistently showing up early to meetings and prioritizing long-term relationships over immediate transactions. Actively seek out "boring" businesses or underserved markets with high demand, as these often yield consistent, outsized returns.
  3. Success in the next 6-12 months hinges on a "win-first" mentality, strategic team building, and a willingness to invest capital into core value drivers. Embrace partnerships and leverage your unique "added value" beyond just capital to secure the best deals and accelerate growth in a rapidly evolving tech and business landscape.
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February 11, 2026

Inside The Life of Silicon Valley's First Athlete Investor | Magic Johnson

a16z

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. The Macro Shift: Celebrity capital is moving from transactional endorsements to strategic equity ownership, mirroring a broader trend where individuals, powered by AI and blockchain tools, can build high-value companies with leaner teams, making strategic capital more impactful than ever.
  2. The Tactical Edge: Cultivate a network of mentors and partners, prioritize equity in "boring" but high-demand sectors, and be prepared to invest significant capital into improving core product and customer experience.
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February 11, 2026

Inside The Life of Silicon Valley's First Athlete Investor | Magic Johnson

a16z

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. The era of celebrity endorsements is giving way to a new reality where personal brand power is directly converted into equity ownership and enterprise building, accelerated by accessible tech like AI for rapid business creation.
  2. Cultivate a diverse network through consistent, intentional engagement, and prioritize investments in demand-driven, "boring" businesses that offer long-term growth and opportunities for strategic value addition.
  3. Success in the next decade demands a "win-at-all-costs" mindset, a willingness to invest in operational excellence (including AI and analytics), and a strategic shift from short-term gains to long-term equity and partnership.
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February 11, 2026

Inside The Life of Silicon Valley's First Athlete Investor | Magic Johnson

a16z

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. Cultivate a diverse, long-term network, prioritizing relationships.
  2. Seek "boring" businesses in high-demand, underserved markets, and invest in customer experience and product quality.
  3. Future wealth creation for builders and investors demands a long-term, value-add mindset, leveraging partnerships and foundational improvements, not fleeting trends.
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February 11, 2026

The Autonomous Driving Race Is Already Over w/ Kyle Reidhead

Milk Road AI

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. AI-driven automation and deflationary economics are converging with Tesla's proprietary neural networks and vast real-world data. This creates an unassailable moat in autonomous transportation and labor.
  2. Monitor upcoming regulatory approvals for unsupervised FSD in key US states. This event will trigger the rollout of Tesla's robo-taxi network, fundamentally altering vehicle economics.
  3. Tesla is not just a car company; it is a foundational AI and robotics platform. Its FSD and robo-taxi network, combined with the broader Musk ecosystem, position it to capture a multi-trillion dollar market in autonomous services and labor, driving massive deflation and investor upside over the next decade.
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February 11, 2026

The Autonomous Driving Race Is Already Over w/ Kyle Reidhead

Milk Road AI

AI
Key Takeaways:
  1. Tesla is an AI company, not a car manufacturer. This means its core product is autonomous intelligence, with cars serving as its initial deployment device.
  2. Tesla's 8 million cars on the road constantly collect real-world driving data. This massive, proprietary dataset is an insurmountable moat, enabling its neural network AI to learn at a scale no competitor can match.
  3. The convergence of Tesla, SpaceX, and XAI aims to create an abundance of cheap transportation and labor. This will drive massive deflation, making goods and services significantly more affordable globally.
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Crypto Podcasts

June 12, 2025

Hivemind: Circle Valuation, Pump.Fun Token & What We’re Bullish

Empire

Crypto
Key Takeaways:
  1. Deficit Tailwinds: Persistent global fiscal deficits are expected to continue fueling appreciation in risk assets, including cryptocurrencies.
  2. Stablecoin Tsunami: Stablecoins are not just a crypto niche but a fundamental disruptor to the traditional banking system, with significant investment flowing into leaders like Circle, despite valuation concerns.
  3. App-Layer Alpha: Value is increasingly found in specific applications (like Pump.Fun) and companies leveraging crypto (like Galaxy Digital's AI/crypto blend), sometimes even diverting attention from base-layer L1 tokens.
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June 12, 2025

Why ETH Might Be the Most Mispriced Asset in the World

Bankless

Crypto
Key Takeaways:
  1. ETH's Narrative is Shifting: From "tech stock" to "digital oil" and "store of value," clarifying its multifaceted value.
  2. Supply Squeeze Imminent: Capped issuance plus rising demand driven by network activity and institutional adoption points to a strong supply-demand imbalance.
  3. Massive Re-rating Potential: If ETH achieves a similar status to other global reserve assets, its price could see exponential growth from current levels.
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June 11, 2025

How RLUSD Will Join USDT & USDC

Empire

Crypto
Key Takeaways:
  1. **RLUSD Rising:** Ripple's ambition is clear: make RLUSD a top 3-4 stablecoin by leveraging strategic acquisitions for mass distribution, potentially issuing billions through platforms like Hidden Road.
  2. **Acquisition = Distribution:** Ripple is effectively purchasing its market share by acquiring businesses like Hidden Road and Metaco, creating an embedded network to push RLUSD adoption.
  3. **Stablecoin Selects:** The future stablecoin landscape will likely feature 5-7 major players, not just two, and Ripple is aggressively positioning RLUSD to be one of them.
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June 11, 2025

Crypto's Next Era: TradFi IPOs or Hyperliquid, PumpFun & Solana?

Bankless

Crypto
Key Takeaways:
  1. TradFi Wants In: The success of Circle's IPO demonstrates a massive, untapped demand from traditional markets for regulated crypto exposure, potentially paving the way for a wave of crypto IPOs.
  2. ETH's Dilemma: While Ethereum is the undisputed settlement layer for stablecoins and RWAs, the direct translation of this utility to ETH asset appreciation remains a critical question, hinging on increased on-chain economic velocity.
  3. Apps are Eating: Solana's ecosystem, with stars like Hyperliquid and Pump.fun, shows that "fat applications" can generate enormous revenue and user engagement, potentially capturing more value than the underlying L1s.
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June 11, 2025

What Is Flipcash? | Ted Livingston

Lightspeed

Crypto
Key Takeaways:
  1. Digital Cash, Real Utility: Flipcash aims to make digital money feel like physical cash—instant, easy, and universally acceptable, starting with a seamless USDC experience.
  2. Solana Speed is Key: The app's core "wow" factor of instant transactions relies heavily on Solana's performance, underscoring the blockchain's capability for consumer-facing applications.
  3. Onboarding Solved?: Requiring a small purchase for an account, immediately offset by a USDC bonus, tackles the "empty wallet" problem, driving immediate engagement and demonstrating value.
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June 11, 2025

Former Fed Official & Stablecoin Expert On The Future Of Money | Robert Bench

Forward Guidance

Crypto
Key Takeaways:
  1. **Card Networks Disrupted**: Stablecoins are poised to dismantle the high-fee "tax" imposed by traditional card payment systems, with innovators like Stripe leading the charge.
  2. **Internet Re-Incentivized**: Ultra-efficient stablecoin networks (like Radius's vision) could replace the ad-driven "attention economy" with a new model of direct value exchange for digital services, driven by AI agents.
  3. **Currency Cold War Heats Up**: The race for digital currency dominance is on, with USD stablecoins, China's e-CNY, and potentially Bitcoin vying to be the backbone of the next-gen global economy, likely leading to fewer, more standardized global currencies.
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