Episode 35: How effective are the latest AI tools for coding and app development? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) take us through a head-to-head evaluation of Bolt, v0, Replit, and Websim.AI, analyzing their design, usability, and overall effectiveness. In this episode, the hosts dive deep into the capabilities of each AI coding tool, sharing personal experiences and testing outcomes. From creating a Space Invaders game with Bolt to building a directory website for lore.com with Replit, they explore how these AI tools can transform the app development landscape. They also discuss the future of AI in enabling non-technical users to engage in creative design processes and the potential for AI to automate entire SaaS companies within the near future. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Using AI tools to clear business bottlenecks. (04:53) Using mini apps to streamline business processes. (06:39) Dall-E images converted to JPEG effortlessly. (11:24) Bolt struggles with image duplication, excels verbally. (17:15) Websim excels in creating user interfaces. (20:20) AI can replicate website design accurately, surprisingly. (23:02) Replit AI excels in web design and apps. (25:46) Websim creatively designs websites for domain ideas. (29:07) Turning ideas into reality through coding. — Mentions: Bolt: https://boltai.com/ v0: https://v0.dev/ Replit: https://replit.com/ WebSim.AI: https://websim.ai/ Get the guide to build your own Custom GPT: https://clickhubspot.com/tnw — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 34: How will the 2024 election impact AI advancements by 2025? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) dive into the implications of the upcoming Trump term. In this episode, Matt and Nathan discuss the potential AI developments over the next few years, how different political outcomes could shape AI progress, and the shifting landscape in Silicon Valley. They explore the latest in AI models like OpenAI 01, the debate over AGI timelines, and how regulatory approaches might impact America’s competitive edge in tech. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) This won't become political; mood is changing. (04:55) Reduce government size, invest severance in tech. (08:28) AI can reveal corruption in government spending. (10:58) AI regulation may favor big companies, hinder startups. (14:50) Sam Altman expects AGI by 2025, despite skepticism. (17:59) AGI expected around 2025-2027, training slowing. (19:56) AI models don't learn in real-time conversations. (22:48) Humans struggle to foresee technological advancements' impact. (27:53) AGI leads to ASI due to intelligence. (29:39) Optimistic about AI and future advancements. (32:20) Predicts accurately, but often wrong on timing. — Mentions: Sam Altman: https://blog.samaltman.com/ OpenAI: https://openai.com/ Dario Amodei: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dario-amodei-3934934/ Anthropic: https://www.anthropic.com/ AlphaFold: https://alphafold.ebi.ac.uk/ Dogecoin: https://dogecoin.com/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 33: Can Google’s AI tools take the top spot in the AI industry? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) debate Google's innovation potential and compare it with leading AI tools on the market. This episode dives into the evolution of "Project Tailwind" from Google's document-chatting feature to a podcast powerhouse, its ranking in the AI tool tier list, and what it means for the competition. They discuss the potential of Perplexity, Eleven Labs, Runway, Luma, Descript, and more. The importance of user experience, effective application of AI tools, and future improvements are central themes in this comprehensive tier ranking. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Grok's strength: Uses top Flux Pro model. (09:52) ChatGPT edits effectively, improved neutrality. (13:22) Gemini excels with large context and video abilities. (19:43) Most models suffice; Llama is open source. (25:20) Automated assistance for coding with documentation integration. (28:26) Replit AI builds websites quickly but lacks quality. (34:40) Leonardo good but retains Stable Diffusion issues. (36:32) Midjourney's realism surpasses Leonardo, aesthetically pleasing. (43:38) Playground preferred over Stable Diffusion for accessibility. (47:03) Adobe uses ethical AI, benefiting Photoshop users. (55:36) Runway leads AI video. (01:01:55) Descript transcribes and edits audio/video via text. (01:03:23) Descript: Transcriptions and voice-cloning functionality tool. (01:12:50) Notebook LM impressively utilizes Gemini for information consumption. (01:18:43) Hypothetical hybrid tool to generate podcasts from research commands. (01:19:49) Tools can fluctuate in ranking over time. — Mentions: Project Tailwind: https://blog.google/technology/ai/notebooklm-google-ai/ Grok: https://x.ai/ Gemini: https://gemini.google.com/ Llama: https://www.llama.com/ Leonardo: https://leonardo.ai/ Midjourney: https://www.midjourney.com/ Adobe Firefly: https://www.adobe.com/products/firefly.html Wispr: https://www.flowvoice.ai/ Perplexity: https://www.perplexity.ai/ Eleven Labs: https://elevenlabs.io/ Runway: https://runwayml.com/ Luma: https://lumalabs.ai/dream-machine Descript: https://www.descript.com/ Cursor: https://cursor.so/  Replit: https://replit.com/  Claude: https://www.anthropic.com/product Suno: https://suno.com/ NotebookLM: https://notebooklm.google/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 32: How can you build an app with a backend using AI in just 20 minutes? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) sit down with AI enthusiast Riley Brown (https://x.com/rileybrown_ai) to explore this exciting and challenging process. In this episode, Riley brings his unique perspective and experience, from a non-coder to a developer leveraging AI tools. The discussion covers Riley's journey, the tools he recommends for beginners, like Cursor and Replit, and the integration with Firebase for seamless app development. They venture into creating a simple web app, discuss the evolution of app capabilities, and contemplate innovative features and platforms driven by AI. Whether you're a novice or an experienced developer, this episode offers a wealth of insights and practical advice. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Riley Brown shares app-building methods, templates. (04:15) Using Claude artifacts for code generation amazed me. (08:35) Start with Cursor, avoid multiple tool distractions. (09:34) Codebase setup using SSH for syncing changes. (12:55) AI integrates and updates code in steps. (17:49) App to log and track AI skill development. (20:04) Tools: Cursor, Firebase, Replit for project management. (25:12) Discusses free use of Replit, Firebase, Cursor. (27:32) App for threading voice notes and AI formatting. (30:58) Appreciating design effort; seeking AI improvement. (33:31) Building community to create apps efficiently. (35:20) Follow Riley Brown on X, subscribe YouTube. — Mentions: Riley Brown: https://community.softwarecomposer.com/c/templates/replit-templates https://replit.com/@an732001/Riley-and-Ansh-Full-Stack-Nextjs-Template-version-1?v=1#README.md Software Composer: https://www.softwarecomposer.com/ Cursor: https://www.cursor.so/ Replit: https://replit.com/ Firebase: https://firebase.google.com/ Midjourney: https://www.midjourney.com/ Claude: https://www.anthropic.com/index/claude Wispr Flow: https://www.flowvoice.ai/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Our friends over at the TED AI show are in our feed today to discuss how the development of AI is begging us to ask: what counts as art? In this provocative conversation, Claire Silver, an anonymous AI collaborative artist, sits down with host and previous guest Bilawal Sidhu to talk about how AI has revolutionized her own mixed media practice, and why she thinks that AI may be an inextricable part of human creativity in the near future.You can listen to more episodes of the TED AI show on your favorite podcast app or on their website at https://www.ted.com/podcasts/the-ted-ai-show

Episode 31: What will the future look like when AI agents take over mundane tasks? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) are joined by Don Allen Stevenson III (https://x.com/DonAllenIII), former DreamWorks specialist and author of "Make a Seat". In this episode, they dive deep into how AI agents are set to revolutionize our everyday lives by speculating on future AR products, and exploring AI-driven automation in advertising. Don Allen Stevenson III also shares insights from his book on leveraging AI and technology during times of change, and how he used AI to write and organize it. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Former DreamWorks trainer, now independent content creator. (04:04) Inspired by Black Mirror, created hopeful Clear Mirror. (07:00) Setup ChatGPT voice shortcuts on Apple devices. (09:55) Encountered rate limit issues but found automation impressive. (15:27) Analyze top YouTube thumbnails for design inspiration. (21:47) Runway Take One: Video to emotion-matched cartoon. (23:29) Smaller studios embrace AI; larger ones resist. (28:01) Animatics reveal audience engagement through rough storytelling. (29:41) New tech democratizes film creation and opportunities. (33:25) Meta's Creator AI customizes models using consented data. (37:44) AI note-taking tool aids conference information management. (39:35) iOS 18 voice memos: transcribe, search audio. (43:08) Creating opportunities and resilience with AI insights. — Mentions: Don Allen Stevenson III: https://www.donalleniii.me/ “Make A Seat: Discovering Opportunities, Leveraging Technology, and Building Resilience”: https://www.amazon.com/Make-Seat-Discovering-Opportunities-Leveraging/dp/B0DFV4QMLY Rundway: https://runwayml.com/ Claude: https://claude.ai/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 30: How are AI tools really transforming our productivity? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands)  dive deep into the world of AI-driven workflows in their latest Q&A Special episode. No guest joins this episode, ensuring that our beloved hosts can thoroughly dissect the impact of these smart tools on their workflow. In this episode, Matt and Nathan discuss several AI tools, addressing market saturation, the affordability and accessibility of advanced models, and intriguing business opportunities. Matt shares how Spotter helps generate video thumbnail concepts, and both hosts discuss the future of content creation, AI's ethical concerns, and technological advancements on the horizon. Expect insights into their favorite AI tools, the evolving AI market, and the balance between automation and human authenticity. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) New o1 model shows potential with agents. (04:13) Email management agents automate responses and organization. (09:09) Perplexity, Claude, NotebookLM aid research efficiently. (11:35) Using various tools for YouTube content optimization. (14:40) Modify AI thumbnail with Photoshop's generative fill. (18:33) AI could widen or narrow wealth disparities globally. (20:18) AGI is farther out, tool consolidation coming. (25:46) Quick response preferred over complex inference. (28:14) AI videos will evolve VTubers but remain niche. (32:38) Engages both support and critique of AI. (35:01) AI improves world, poses job-related challenges. (37:22) Humans adapt and create new value continually. (40:38) Elon aims for autonomous robo-taxi revenue. (43:05) Enjoying spontaneous conversations; future questions appreciated. — Mentions: Spotter: https://spotter.ai/ Perplexity: https://www.perplexity.ai/ Vidiq: https://vidiq.com/ TubeBuddy: https://www.tubebuddy.com/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 29: Are you ready to dive into the world of AI-driven newsletter creation and content strategy? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) discuss the tools, techniques, and insider secrets to building a successful AI-powered business from scratch. In this episode, they explore AI's role in streamlining newsletter creation, bundling media properties for better monetization, and maintaining the crucial human touch for quality and engagement. Plus, they share their personal experiences and strategies for leveraging AI tools like Perplexity, Claude, Mixo, and many more to validate business ideas and enhance content production. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Leverage AI tools, don't start AI businesses. (03:43) Mixo creates instant landing pages using prompts. (09:23) Firebase, Replit, and AI simplify business startup. (12:54) Amazon sellers use sentiment analysis to improve products. (14:14) Focus on human-centric content creation amid AI. (18:17) Mix of memorization and automated video editing. (22:12) AI-generated avatars as news anchors increasing. (24:48) AI simplifies newsletter creation with writing, editing. (28:50) Newsletters need unique voices for long-term success. (32:01) Timing was crucial for YouTube success. (34:49) Automated tool summary solution using Perplexity. (38:56) Covered strategies, tools, and ideas for businesses. — Mentions: Mixo: https://www.mixo.io/ Perplexity: https://www.perplexity.ai/ Claude: https://claude.ai/ Futureloop: https://www.diamandis.com/futureloop Timebolt: https://www.timebolt.io/ Firebase: https://firebase.google.com/ Cursor: https://www.cursor.com/ Webflow: https://webflow.com/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 28: How will augmented reality and AI tools revolutionize how we interact with our devices? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) ponder if AI-generated entities like podcast hosts change our understanding of reality.  In this episode, Matt and Nathan share insights on new AI tools like Notebook LM and OpenAI’s advanced voice mode, and how these technologies could transform learning and human-computer interactions. Whether it’s using AI for content creation, translation, or personal and business tasks, the hosts navigate the thrilling yet unsettling advancements in AI technology. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) AI translation struggles led to amusing moments. (05:13) Sam Altman uses advanced voice as a companion. (09:00) OpenAI preempted Meta's advanced voice mode launch. (12:05) Glasses remember parking spots using vision features. (14:43) AI-driven voice interaction is the future. (19:41) Microphone mistaken for surveillance device at conference. (22:23) Notebook LM impresses with versatile document integration. (25:36) Technological acceleration expected; improvements surpass expectations. (30:13) Complex topics explained well using podcasts. (31:42) Automated podcast creation with AI tools nearing. — Mentions: Notebook LM: https://notebooklm.google/ OpenAI Dev Day 2024: https://openai.com/devday/ Meta Connect: https://www.meta.com/connect/ Orion: https://about.fb.com/news/2024/09/introducing-orion-our-first-true-augmented-reality-glasses/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 27: How is AI revolutionizing productivity for marketers? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) are joined by Zeynep Ozdemir (https://www.linkedin.com/in/zeynep-inanoglu-ozdemir-phd-962a5035/), the Chief Marketing Officer of Atlassian, who brings a unique blend of AI expertise and marketing experience. In this episode, we explore Zeynep's fascinating journey from engineering and speech synthesis to her pivotal role in marketing. The discussion delves into how AI is transforming marketing strategies, creating a partnership between human creativity and AI capabilities, and making marketers significantly more productive. With insights from Atlassian's cutting-edge AI applications and detailed survey data on AI usage in marketing, this conversation is packed with actionable takeaways for embracing AI in your workflow. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Machine learning training is now much faster than before. (05:30) AI as creative partner enhances content creation. (10:17) Exploring AI's impact on productivity, creativity, research. (13:33) AI boosts creativity and efficiency in marketing. (16:28) Seamless AI integration in content creation workflow. (18:40) Expert on dynamic customer data and interactions. (21:37) Personalized AI marketing and visual content generation. (25:35) Thanks, Zeynep, for the fascinating conversation. — Mentions: Zeynep Ozdemir: https://events.atlassian.com/unleash/speaker/993189/zeynep-inanoglu-ozdemir  Atlassian: https://www.atlassian.com/ Fei Fei Li: https://profiles.stanford.edu/fei-fei-li — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 26: Which Large Language Model (LLM) Should Your Business Use? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) dive deep into the pros and cons of various LLMs in this jam-packed episode. This episode explores the capabilities of AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Grok, and Gemini, and highlights how businesses can leverage these technologies for tasks such as copywriting, research, coding, and creating custom content. Get ready for a detailed discussion on emerging AI trends, practical applications, and the ethical considerations surrounding AI usage. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Deep dive on tools for copywriting and research. (05:46) Preview version outperforms but below full model. (08:38) Use GPT-4 for most tasks; complex, OpenAI-01. (10:09) Compress PDFs for Claude to read easier. (15:11) Exploring English, introducing custom GPT projects' benefits. (16:05) Cloud runs and displays code alongside chat. (18:56) Notebook LM converts complex PDFs into audio podcasts. (22:13) Llama is best for local, secure data processing. (26:56) Perplexity Pro: Choose and use various models. — Mentions: Inbound 2024: https://www.inbound.com/ Claude: https://claude.ai/ Midjourney: https://www.midjourney.com/ Flux: https://www.flux.ai/ NotebookLM: https://notebooklm.google/ Gemini: https://www.gemini.com/ Llama: https://www.llama.com/ Grok: https://x.com/grok Perplexity AI: https://www.perplexity.ai/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 25: How can AI transform your personal productivity and growth on platforms like YouTube and Twitter? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) delve into this with vibrant dialogue and invaluable insights from their experiences. This is recorded from HubSpot’s Inbound 2024. In this episode, Matt and Nathan discuss leveraging AI for optimizing YouTube titles, creating engaging scripts, and developing effective growth strategies. They share their personal workflows, including the use of tools like Claude, Stable Diffusion, and MidJourney. The episode also covers insightful Twitter growth tactics that helped Nathan skyrocket his follower count from 5,000 to 50,000 in a few months. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Using stable diffusion to generate AI art thumbnails. (03:20) Uses AI tool Claude for video title generation. (06:39) Hook, result, tutorial, flow: establishing video structure. (10:48) Utilized Tweet Hunter for style inspiration via AI. (12:44) AI-inspired thread on top people to follow. (16:51) Repurpose YouTube tutorials, create PDFs, build software. (19:01) AI proofreads newsletter for grammar and readability. (23:26) AI simplifies creating consistent newsletters easily. (25:42) Podcast now live, available on YouTube. — Mentions: Inbound 2024: https://www.inbound.com/ Claude: https://claude.ai/ Stable Diffusion: https://stability.ai/ DreamBooth: https://dreambooth.github.io/ Tweet Hunter: https://tweethunter.io/ Midjourney: https://www.midjourney.com/ Leonardo: https://leonardo.ai/ HeyGen: https://www.heygen.com/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 24: How is AI revolutionizing the game development landscape? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) sit down with Moritz Baier-Lentz (https://www.linkedin.com/in/moritzbaierlentz/), a professional gamer turned venture capitalist, to delve into this transformative topic. In this episode, the hosts explore with Moritz how AI is reshaping game development and the broader gaming industry. They discuss the role of AI in generating game content, the investor perspective on AI-driven games, and potential future trends. Moritz shares insights from his journey—from being a top-ranked Diablo II player to leading major investments in the gaming sector at Lightspeed Ventures. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) AI is revolutionizing game development, yet controversial. (05:16) Started as pro gamer; shifted to investment banking. (09:35) Excited investor sees AI's proven, increasing value. (13:32) Games are the next frontier for creators. (14:53) Fundamentally new innovation, AI boosts development speed. (21:08) GenAI in games and media will dominate. (24:45) Publishers fined billions; company offers compliance solutions. (27:30) Finding high-growth investments for venture returns. (30:35) Predictions difficult; focus on extraordinary early teams. (35:30) Gaming content industry: $185B, surpasses TV, music, film. (40:17) AR glasses promising, but significant technological hurdles remain. (43:23) AI over XR; head-based sensing device emerging. (45:46) Exciting AI and gaming discussion, mutual passions appreciated. — Mentions: Moritz Baier-Lentz: https://lsvp.com/team-member/moritz-baier-lentz/ Lightspeed: https://lsvp.com/ Bitkraft: https://www.bitkraft.vc/ Black Myth: Wukong: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2358720/Black_Myth_Wukong/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 23: How can AI simplify complex workflows and enrich language learning? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow)) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) take you on an insightful journey exploring diverse AI use cases and tools. In this episode, Matt and Nathan delve into the intricacies of learning Japanese and coding with AI, leveraging tools like Claude and Perplexity to streamline and enhance these processes. Nathan shares his experience simplifying Japanese language learning through targeted translation techniques, while Matt reveals his tips for efficient coding using AI, along with strategies for optimizing content with AI tools like Perplexity and Ideogram. The duo also discusses workflow automation, potential SEO hacks, and meeting management with AI, rounding out the episode with engaging and valuable insights. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Exploring advanced AI use cases for businesses. (04:40) AI recreates Doom from gameplay videos accurately. (07:30) Useful for newsletters, business documents, and data management. (09:55) Custom instructions enhance model quality and results. (13:09) Create shorthands for tasks using custom instructions. (18:19) Perplexity's page feature generates mini Wikipedia entries. (25:25) Curious about AI-generated YouTube thumbnail prompts. (26:48) Automating business workflows. (31:49) Automated workflows simplify data analysis with make.com. (35:31) AI efficiently simplifies meeting agenda creation process. (37:21) Google Meet now summarizes and generates meeting notes. — Mentions: Riley Brown: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMcoud_ZW7cfxeIugBflSBw Ideogram 2.0: https://about.ideogram.ai/2.0 Perplexity: https://www.perplexity.ai/ Claude: https://claude.ai/ Make.com: https://www.make.com/en — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 22: How can AI revolutionize business ideas in 2024? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) are joined by Siqi Chen (https://x.com/blader), CEO of Runway.com and a seasoned entrepreneur and investor in AI-related ventures. This episode delves into innovative AI business ideas that entrepreneurs can pursue in 2024. Siqi shares his insights on professional-grade AI tools for video production, the use of generative models, the impact of augmented reality, the potential ethical concerns, and unique concepts like AI email categorization systems. The discussion is light and conversational, touching on practical applications and futuristic ideas alike. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00)Entertaining conversation about business ideas and creativity. (04:27) AI as a tool for thought, not doing. (09:50) Automatically categorizing emails based on specific criteria. (12:59) Custom newsletter curates content from various sources. (16:18) Brilliant Labs offers camera glasses with display. (17:08) Remember people's faces with AI image recognition. (21:12) Create hallucinated Wikipedia through generative model. (23:36) AI art tool generates infinite images from prompts. (29:18) Creating AI girlfriends through realistic interaction tech. (32:23) AI connecting people through incentives and apps. (34:25) Encouraging audience to subscribe and tune in. — Mentions: Get the free ChatGPT Bundle here https://clickhubspot.com/chatgpt Siqi Chen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/siqic/ Runway: https://runway.com/ Sanebox: https://www.sanebox.com/ Superhuman: https://superhuman.com/ Feedly: https://feedly.com/ Jellypod: https://jellypod.ai/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 21: Are AI Image Generators crossing the line from tool to threat? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) discuss the rapid advancements in AI image and video tools and their implications on marketing, legal frameworks, and cultural perceptions. In this episode, Matt and Nathan dive into the astonishing progress of AI-generated content, its advantages for businesses, and its potential downsides. They cover the viral success of AI-generated ads like the McDonald's Japan campaign, the democratization of AI tools, and the cultural differences in AI adoption. They also highlight the competitive landscape of AI image generators, legal concerns surrounding copyrighted content, and the future of AI in marketing and content creation. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Rapidly growing AI art usage offers opportunities. (06:03) Memes, AI art and videos changing marketing. (07:40) Controversial video reaches diverse audience, promoting brand. (11:24) Luma dream machine animates images creatively. (13:38) AI art entering new era, blurring reality. (17:36) Lawsuits over scraping trademarked IP for AI. (19:50) OpenAI's research lab began and evolved. (23:52) CEO opposes generative AI, earns respect. (26:10) Potential for AI rebellion causing societal divide. (32:26) Transitioning to regular episodes, encourage audience engagement. — Mentions: Get the free ChatGPT Bundle here https://clickhubspot.com/chatgpt Grok: https://x.ai/ Procreate: https://procreate.com/ James Cuda: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-cuda-56007333/ Idiogram: https://ideogram.ai/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 20: How can AI tools revolutionize your business and content creation strategies? Matt Wolfe (https://twitter.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://twitter.com/NathanLands) dive into this with Peter Yang (https://twitter.com/petergyang), a principal product manager at Roblox and writer of creatoreconomy (https://creatoreconomy.so/). Peter reveals actionable insights on leveraging AI tools for everything from generating YouTube thumbnails and headlines to summarizing transcripts and editing newsletters. With a deep dive into specific use cases and the balance between engaging content without falling into the trap of clickbait, the guys offer practical tips for integrating AI into your daily workflow. They also explore the broader implications of AI on job roles, productivity, and even personal relationships. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd Show Notes: 00:00 Using AI for practical everyday use cases. 04:10 Enthusiastic about Claude's project feature for reusing content. 08:30 AI aids in summarizing information efficiently. 10:27 Free HubSpot guide helps understand and use AI. 15:27 Enthusiasm for AI art tools in YouTube. 18:38 EA uses AI to put 11,000 players' faces. 21:31 Meta's imagine me feature disrupts AI startups. 25:07 "OpenAI is the Kleenex of AI." 26:38 Rethinking management: AI, small teams, big impact. 30:00 Future education: One teacher reaches millions globally. 32:36 Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 feature AI translation. - Mentions: Get the free ChatGPT Bundle here https://clickhubspot.com/chatgpt Roblox: https://www.roblox.com/ Claude AI: https://www.anthropic.com/ Superwhisper: https://www.superwhisper.app/ Runway: https://runwayml.com/ Suno AI: https://suno.ai/ EA Sports: https://www.ea.com/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 19: Can AI tools revolutionize your business workflow? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) dive into six game-changing AI workflows for 2024. This episode covers everything from using Claude for content creation to leveraging Perplexity for research, illustrating how these tools can enhance productivity and engagement. Matt and Nathan also explore AI transcription tools like Super Whisper and Otter, and how they use a combination of Descript and Claude for efficient document creation. Plus, they touch on AI's role in personal health management and the potential for AI-generated video content. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00)Perplexity is a powerful language model tool. (05:10) Preparing engaging podcast prompt with context and depth. (06:42) Search tool summarizes personal information, aids research. (12:53) Otter app transcribes real-time speech, offers summaries. (14:01) Transcribing and rewording content for easier reading. (18:13) Pursuing health, tracking calories, and losing weight. (21:45) Custom feedback based on data input is desirable. (23:58) Creating custom project for analyzing successful short videos. (28:59) Lowering barriers to content creation may lead to low-quality flood. (30:19) Faceless, formulaic videos won't work for most. — Mentions: Claude: https://www.anthropic.com/ Perplexity: https://www.perplexity.ai/ Super Whisper: https://superwhisper.com/ Otter: https://otter.ai/ Descript: https://www.descript.com/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 18: How can embracing AI solve fundamental problems in areas like sustainability, healthcare, and education? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) dive deep into this topic with Vijoy Pandey (https://x.com/vijoy), who leads Cisco's Outshift team. In this episode, Vijoy Pandey reveals the 4-step blueprint to building a successful AI startup and emphasizes how AI's integration in different sectors could revolutionize the way we live and work. Covering everything from the potential of AI to democratize knowledge, to the challenges startups face against tech giants, this conversation is packed with insights on adopting AI for larger societal benefits. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Mentions: Get the free ChatGPT Bundle here https://clickhubspot.com/chatgpt Vijoy Pandey: https://blogs.cisco.com/author/vijoypandey Cisco: https://www.cisco.com/ Outshift by Cisco: https://outshift.cisco.com/ Panoptica: https://www.panoptica.app/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 17: How will Extended Reality (XR) transform the global job market and our daily lives? Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) and Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) are joined by Alvin Graylin (https://x.com/AGraylin), the Global VP of Corporate Development for HTC and and bestselling author of “Our Next Reality”. In this episode, Alvin Graylin delves into the critical intersections of AI and XR technology, the evolving metaverse ecosystem, and its potential to reshape job opportunities. He explores the role of advanced AR glasses in bridging economic disparities, the impact of a universal basic income on societies, and the future of personalized education in virtual environments. The discussion also touches on Alvin's book "Our Next Reality" and the implications of AI-driven transformations in global industries. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Value of large network of interconnected worlds. (03:47) Transition to 3D space for collaboration. (06:54) Virtual space offers freedom to focus, connect. (12:51) Future metaverse allows real interaction, faster learning. (15:37) MIT and UCSD collaborate with remote robot workers. (19:50) Internet infrastructure will shape future metaverse success. (21:13) Anonymity impacts behavior in digital and physical worlds. (24:30) Growing digital economy presents governance challenges. (28:02) Digital banking, trade, and immersive AI impact. (33:08) US-China rivalry in AI calls for cooperation. (37:06) Virtual world jobs create new educational opportunities. (40:01) Over decades, catalyst for social change discussed. (43:37) VR/AR gaming more addictive than traditional 2D. (44:35) Encourage progress, use policies to mitigate addiction. — Mentions: Alvin Graylin: https://ournextreality.com/author “Our Next Reality” https://ournextreality.com/ HTC: https://www.htc.com/ Universal basic income: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Universal_basic_income — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 16: How is AI transforming the future of SEO and job markets? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) are joined by innovator Greg Isenberg (https://x.com/gregisenberg), founder of Late Checkout and Boring Marketer. Greg hosts “The Startup Ideas Podcast”. In this episode, the trio delves into the shift from traditional SEO practices to AI-powered SEO 2.0. Greg explains the role of AI in creating personalized content, the pros and cons of AI note-taking tools, and the potential impacts of AI and automation on job markets. They also touch on the environmental and political implications of AI advancements and explore strategies for generating high-quality, interactive content that ranks well on search engines. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) AI to revolutionize content creation and ranking. (06:30) Maximizing SEO through embedding tools and calculators. (08:13) AI for SEO needs differentiation and interactivity. (11:21) Create high-quality content for organic website traffic. (14:56) Turning a stranger into a fan – the business game. (20:18) AI will scrape internet data for convenience. (21:30) Explore SEO 2.0, create AI content. (25:32) Using Otter app for easy conference note-taking. (28:28) There will be less certain types of jobs. (30:54) Share evolving opinions openly and be open-minded. (34:05) Access to global knowledge and market simplified. (40:08) Climate, AI power usage, tech solutions narrative. (43:13) AI conversation should unite, not divide. (44:12) Humans polarized, but AI offers positivity. — Mentions: Greg Isenberg: https://www.gregisenberg.com/ Late Checkout: https://www.latecheckout.studio/ Boring Marketer: https://www.boringmarketing.com/ The Startup Ideas Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-startup-ideas-podcast/id1593424985 Otter.ai: https://otter.ai/ Product Hunt: https://www.producthunt.com/ Perplexity: https://www.perplexity.ai/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 15: Is the future of AI development under threat due to new legislation? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) are joined by Anjney Midha (https://x.com/AnjneyMidha), a General Partner at a16z and a prominent voice in the tech community and advocate against SB 1047. In this episode, Anjney Midha dives deep into the potential ramifications of California's proposed bill, SB 1047, on the tech industry, startups, and researchers. The discussion covers why regulations could force AI companies to leave California, how the bill might favor big tech over smaller developers, and the broader implications for America's leadership in AI. Anjney also introduces StopSB1047.com, a platform to raise awareness and mobilize opposition to the bill. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Proposed bill aims to hold AI developers accountable. (05:29) Launching website to stop SB 1047, frustration. (07:21) Open source model certification liability issue explained. (09:57) Sponsor questions bill's effect on tech companies. (15:59) OpenAI may ban ChatGPT in China. (17:14) Open source AI not a national security threat. (23:31) Global legislation may lead to AI sanctuary. (26:06) Small startups need support to prevent AI dominance. (27:57) Chinese dominance in open source AI models. — Mentions: Anjney Midha: https://a16z.com/author/anjney-midha/ a16z: https://a16z.com/ StopSB1047.com: https://www.stopsb1047.com/ Ion Stoica: http://people.eecs.berkeley.edu/~istoica/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 14: How soon will artificial intelligence be able to create multiplayer games? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) explore this fascinating possibility alongside a range of innovative AI tools and their impact on various industries. In this episode, Matt and Nathan delve into the technical aspects of multiplayer games powered by AI, predicting significant advancements within the next six to twelve months. They also discuss the benefits of AI-driven projects management features, AI's ability to refactor code and create audiobooks from diverse content. Finally, the hosts examine the potential collaboration between OpenAI and the U.S. government, the implications for privacy and data sharing, and the future of open-source AI technology. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Exciting new Claude 3.5 sonnet enhances editing. (03:39) Testing codes in sidebar; using custom GPTs. (08:24) Possible advancement of anthropic visual capabilities in AI. (10:29) Engineers discussing refactoring and improving code efficiency. (14:33) OpenAI delays rollout, overshadowing Google. Opportunity for competitors. (18:29) Confusion over AI sentiment in the world. (19:10) Anticipating major societal changes with some concerns. (23:12) Excitement for integrating APIs into workflow processes. (26:09) Forward long email to Agent AI, magical. — Mentions: Sora: https://sora.aitubo.ai/ Anthropic: https://www.anthropic.com Zapier: https://zapier.com/ Make.com: https://www.make.com/ Eleven Labs: https://elevenlabs.io/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 13: What impact will AI-generated content have on the entertainment industry? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) dive into this topic, envisioning a future where AI generates interactive movies and complex gaming worlds with infinite replay value. In this episode, Matt and Nathan explore the potential of AI video tools such as Sora, Luma's dream machine, and Runway's gen three. They discuss how these advancements could democratize video creation, enhance b-roll, and expand creative possibilities, as well as the implications for copyright laws, gaming, and traditional creative industries. They also touch on George Lucas' views on technological progress, Ashton Kutcher's controversial support for AI, and the role of indie game developers in a rapidly evolving landscape. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Sora is the most anticipated AI video. (03:39) AI video tools improve, but have quirks. (09:23) Runway Gen 3 is fast, unlike Luma's dream machine. (12:04) Excitedly exploring and creating with new AI. (14:48) Custom mid journey models personalize prompts, raise concerns. (17:28) George Lucas acknowledges inevitability of AI development. (21:40) Copyright law impacting AI and technological innovation. (25:31) Copyright evolution in the new world uncertainty. (27:28) TikTok boosted exposure for music artists. (32:32) Excited about AI tech but still loves art. (33:18) AI may replace video extras, changing Hollywood. (38:52) Procedural generation and AI enhance game replayability. — Mentions: Sora: https://sora.aitubo.ai/ Runway Gen-3 Alpha: https://runwayml.com/blog/introducing-gen-3-alpha/ Ashton Kutcher's Support for AI: https://variety.com/2024/film/news/ashton-kutcher-ai-movies-sora-hollywood-1236027196/ Luma Dream Machine: https://lumalabs.ai/dream-machine Mid Journey: https://www.midjourney.com/home Augmented World Expo: https://www.awexr.com/ Perplexity AI: https://www.perplexity.ai/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 12: Are coding jobs at risk with the rise of AI? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) dive into this compelling topic with guest Mariya Sha (https://x.com/mariyasha888), a seasoned coder and the creator of the popular YouTube channel Python Simplified. This episode delves into the contradictions and synergies between artificial intelligence and coding, featuring Mariya Sha, who started coding at a young age and later found success with her YouTube channel that simplifies Python programming. Together, they explore the changing landscape of coding due to AI advancements, ethical concerns, and the future of AI-integrated coding environments. Mariya shares her skepticism and hopes for the future, particularly AI's potential impact on coding jobs and the importance of a personalized touch in YouTube content creation. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Confusion about AI models and documentation use. (05:35) Exciting potential for non-coders to code. (08:36) AI is better at handling fast change. (09:49) Engineering and coding solve problems, with AI help. (14:51) Future AI control raises transparency and ethical concerns. (17:03) Debate over open source AI vs national security. (19:33) Concerns about LLM capabilities and potential surveillance. (25:20) Janssen's free supercomputer and transparency questioned. (26:24) Lack of plan B led to GPT domination. (32:02) AI model training ethics and inspiration discussion. (35:04) Sharing is important, copyright laws are nitpicky. (36:43) Startup pivoted towards copyright, government unwilling to change. — Mentions: Grab HubSpot's free AI-Powered Customer Platform and watch your business grow https://clickhubspot.com/tcp Mariya Sha: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariyasha888/ Python Symplified: https://www.youtube.com/PythonSimplified Stack Overflow: https://stackoverflow.com/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 11: Is the Apple-OpenAI Deal a Strategic Move or Just a Stopgap? Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) and Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) delve into the intricacies of the recent Apple and OpenAI collaboration. This episode explores the potential limitations for OpenAI's pro paying members, the speculation around Apple possibly paying for OpenAI's tech, and the implication of this on the future AI developments by Apple themselves. They also dive deep into the rapid advancements of AI, the risks of deepfakes, trademark infringements, and how AI's integration into daily devices could reshape our interaction with technology. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Apple's features not available; vague timeline expected. (04:11) Overall, not completely new, already seen before. (08:24) OpenAI's GPT4 demo wows, potential for Siri. (11:04) Language model uses device context for generation. (15:13) Apple unlikely to change, default settings discussed. (17:09) Rumors about robots in Silicon Valley abound. (21:28) Upgraded Siri, Rabbit R one: future AI. (25:38) New AI will be shocking when it arrives on iPhone. (27:24) iPhone updates prioritize important emails for users. (31:41) AI integration will change daily life positively. — Mentions: Grab HubSpot's free AI-Powered Customer Platform and watch your business grow https://clickhubspot.com/tcp WWDC 2024: https://developer.apple.com/wwdc24/ WWDC 2024 Keynote: https://events-delivery.apple.com/1505clvgxdwlbjrjhxtjdgcdxaiabvuf/m3u8/vod_index-LHDoZDhTrsKLsbrZKqYpbWraixsWQHkw.m3u8 — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 10: Are closed-source or open-source AI models the future of artificial intelligence? Nathan Lands (https://x.com/mreflow) and Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/NathanLands) delve into this question with guest Matthew Berman (https://x.com/MatthewBerman), a serial entrepreneur and founder of a popular AI YouTube channel. In this episode, we explore the pros and cons of closed models from giants like OpenAI and Google versus open models like Llama and Mixtural. Matthew Berman shares his insights on the evolving AI landscape, the potential of future models like GPT-5, and the impact of integrating AI into major platforms such as Google and Facebook. We also speculate about OpenAI's partnership with Apple and the wider implications for the tech industry. Additionally, the discussion dives into the job market for AI specialists, Silicon Valley's pirate culture, and the challenges of hyper-growth within companies pushing the envelope on AI innovations. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Tracking AI advancements. (05:58) Love for open source: diverse, specific, cost-effective. (09:23) Swap open source model for flexibility and quality. (11:41) Doubts about OpenAI's long-term future, models commoditized. (15:03) Competition and challenges ahead for OpenAI. (19:06) Apple's leverage with Google, OpenAI's potential payment. (20:14) GPT 4's accomplishment, versus rumors of Google's Gemini. (23:26) Concern about integrating AI into existing platforms. (28:25) Large action model can control computers dynamically. (34:31) Sam Altman downplayed release intended for feedback; denied malintent. (37:39) Senate considering recall after contradictory financial statements. (42:56) Elon Musk raised $6 billion, largest fundraise. (45:32) Questioning validity of Elon's compensation package. (47:35) Silicon Valley pirates break rules for success. — Mentions: Matthew Berman: https://www.matthewberman.com/ Llama: https://llama.com/ Mixtural: https://mixtural.com/ Google Gemini: https://gemini.google.com/ Groq: https://groq.com/ Grab HubSpot's free AI-Powered Customer Platform and watch your business grow https://clickhubspot.com/tcp Free Resources: [Free Download] Get the guide on LLMs and Prompt Engineering techniques to 10x your business https://clickhubspot.com/wxc — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 9: How do you maintain trust and authenticity while exploring the world of AI content creation? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) are joined by AI enthusiast Roberto Nickson (https://x.com/rpnickson), a product designer and iOS app developer turned AI content creator. In this episode, they delve into the importance of humanizing the faces behind big tech companies, explore the future of AI-generated music, and discuss the balance creators must maintain between financial opportunities and credibility. The discussion also touches on the potential of reels overtaking TikTok and the exciting prospects of Meta's advancements in AI. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Social media, music, and AI influence creators. (03:41) Roberto working on PicLab app top photo editor. (08:51) Small niche tools gain traction over big incumbents. (10:16) Difficulty adapting to new search models expected. (13:59) Using Suno for creating perfect video music. (16:03) Kid develops groundbreaking technology, shares on Discord. (20:55) AI music sentiment positive as musicians engage. (23:18) AI creates, but human touch adds value. (27:58) New technology raises ethical, regulatory questions. (30:21) Content creation ethics: Audience or sponsor focus? (32:55) Canceled deal due to discomfort. (37:59) Matt not realizing AI was controversial. (38:56) Navigating controversy surrounding AI and addressing fears. (43:57) Potential TikTok acquisition in the US uncertain. (45:41) Positive outlook on Meta's open sourcing strategy. (50:31) Building relationship with Meta through hard work. (52:18) Social media platforms prioritize creator engagement over revenue. (55:46) Revamped Siri to power Apple devices ecosystem. (58:25) People excited about tech, humanize big companies. — Mentions: MidJourney: https://www.midjourney.com/ Suno: https://suno.com/ PicLab: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/photo-editor/id597851882 Magnific: https://magnific.ai/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 8: Is Google's dominance in search engines at risk with the rise of generative AI models? Hosts Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) dive into this topic with guest Bilawal Sidhu (https://x.com/bilawalsidhu), a host of The TED AI Show and a former Google employee experienced in AR/VR projects and creating 3D maps for Google Maps. In this episode, Bilawal explores the potential challenges facing Google's search engine supremacy due to advancements in generative AI models and discusses the implications for the future of search engines and advertising. He dives into the impact of AI-generated content on search results and the need for a nuanced approach in navigating the evolving landscape of digital information. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Decade in tech, six years at Google. (03:17) Time at Google as a product manager . (06:27) Discussion about impact of TikTok and YouTube. (12:28) Models need to be anchored in real knowledge. (18:23) Testing GPT-2 in the wild with users. (19:37) AI expectations not met yet. (23:29) Spatial intelligence for machines and photogrammetry summary. (26:02) Implicit representations enable flexible, accurate rendering techniques. (32:08) Nvidia's Earth 2 initiative predicts real-world weather. (34:41) Training AI by creating virtual reality scenarios. (36:33) Exciting Ted show explores impact of AI technology. (40:15) Editorial perspective in Ted show seeks balanced, nuanced viewpoints. (45:12) Delay regulations to accelerate technological advancement impactfully. (47:18) Regulations should sunset, engage with China's perspective. — Mentions: Get HubSpot's Free AI-Powered Sales Hub: enhance support, retention, and revenue all in one place https://clickhubspot.com/gvx — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Bonus Episode: How are the latest AI breakthroughs set to change our everyday lives? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) are here to break down the monumental updates from recent AI events and explore their potential impact. In this bonus episode, Matt and Nathan discuss the recent announcements from OpenAI's GPT-4.0, particularly its groundbreaking voice interaction features, and compare it with Google's latest AI advancements. From the intriguing controversy around the GPT-4 voice to the shift in search dynamics, this episode dives deep into the heart of the AI revolution. Don't miss their insights on the importance of Google's project Astra, Microsoft's new AI hardware, and the potential of upcoming AI tools and events. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: 00:00 AI announcements discussed, GPT-4 demo highlighted. 03:41 AI advancement sparks awakening and debate. 08:02 Twitter buzz about disputed Scarlett Johansson voice. 10:21 AI dominates conference, Google focuses on announcements. 14:08 Microsoft event, Google announcements, AI photo search. 16:37 Google's revenue relies on ad revenue. Ads matter. 20:14 Astra project uses iPhone to recognize objects. 24:57 Google employees are passionate and excited. 28:20 New Microsoft computers incorporate AI for local processing. 30:25 OpenAI and Microsoft apps for computer interaction. 32:41 Apple WWDC announces new features and products. — Mentions: GPT-4: https://openai.com/gpt-4 Google I/O: https://io.google/2023/ Microsoft Build: https://www.microsoft.com/build Project Astra: https://www.google.com/astra Askphotos: https://photos.google.com/ Copilot: https://www.microsoft.com/copilot — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 7: Why and how, Yohei Nakajim built a baby AGI. Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) sit down with Yohei Nakajima (https://x.com/yoheinakajima), a venture capitalist and serial AI tool builder. In this episode, Yohei dives deep into the transformative potential of AI in automating tedious tasks, revolutionizing venture capital, and redefining job markets. He shares insights on the practical applications of AI for small and medium businesses, discusses the branding of "web three," and explores the development and impact of autonomous agents like his Baby Agi project. Whether you're interested in tech innovation, business adaptability, or AI ethics, this conversation covers it all. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) VC turned coder using AI for prototyping. (03:38) Community support led to modding and improvements to Baby AGI. (08:16) Learning curve in using autonomous agents. (11:31) AI agents offer guided next step suggestions. (15:04) Developers emphasize handcrafted agents over autonomous agents. (17:10) Balancing niche and broad market expectations in tech. (20:12) Massive models trained on millions of people. (22:52) Childhood fascination leads to pondering internet immortality. (27:24) Venture capital, AI, SaaS, future-proofing investment criteria. (30:03) Interest in lowering company startup costs and VC innovation. (33:34) Try using free version of chats first. — Mentions: Yohei Nakajima: https://yohei.me/ Baby AGI: https://discord.com/invite/TMUw26XUcg Claude: https://claude.ai/ Get HubSpot's Free AI-Powered Sales Hub: enhance support, retention, and revenue all in one place https://clickhubspot.com/gvx — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 6: Will AI change our economic systems forever? Join hosts Matt Wolfe (https://twitter.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://twitter.com/NathanLands) as they delve into these pressing questions. In this wide ranging episode, Matt and Nathan answer your thought provoking questions and preview new AI video tools coming out, explore the revolutionary impact of AI on societal structures, healthcare advancements, and economic systems. They discuss the potential for AI to streamline government efficiency, uncover cures for diseases, and even tackle global challenges such as climate change and hunger. However, the conversation also navigates through the complexities of government regulations, the technological arms race among big corporations, and the societal implications of widespread AI adoption. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) AI podcast hosts discuss audience questions, insights. (04:38) Adobe premiere integrating Sora for video improvements. (09:01) Voice chat limits bots and negativity online. (10:55) AI's impact on economy and work uncertainty. (15:38) Public, not governments or corporations, should adapt. (19:19) Open source AI catching up, corporate control. (20:10) Big companies' financial support crucial for open source. (25:33) Future tech: UI, voice, cloud, startups role. (29:03) Greg Isenberg on how small companies compete. (31:05) AI will enhance human connection in startups. (34:05) Humans may not need to continue training large language models, as AI could self-improve through reinforcement learning. (37:30) Yann LeCun doubts large language models' potential. (42:02) IAC's extreme approach may bring regulation. (43:44) Encouraging engagement and feedback for future episodes. — Mentions: Adobe Premiere: https://www.adobe.com/products/premiere.html OpenAI: https://www.openai.com/ Chat GPT: https://chat.openai.com/ Sam Altman: https://blog.samaltman.com/ Yann LeCun: http://yann.lecun.com/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 5: Why did Logan Kilpatrick leave OpenAI for Google amidst the AI surge? Join hosts Matt Wolfe (https://twitter.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://twitter.com/NathanLands) as they delve into this significant career move with Logan Kilpatrick (https://twitter.com/officialLoganK), the former head of developer relations at OpenAI. Kilpatrick's new role at Google places him at the forefront of AI product leadership, following substantial contributions to AI tools like Chat GPT. This episode unravels the layers behind Logan Kilpatrick's pivotal shift from OpenAI to Google. As a key figure in the development of groundbreaking AI technology, Kilpatrick reveals his insights on the evolution of AI, addressing the challenges and excitement that encouraged his transition. The discussion offers a peek into the potential future of AI, the ethics of open-source models, and the continuous need for innovation in technology sectors. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) Logan Kilpatrick shares insights on OpenAI, Google. (05:09) Chat GPT creation process deliberate and intentional. (09:13) Shift from small to large company challenging. (11:10) Excited about opportunities in language model space. (16:42) Nuance of openness in technology and projects. (18:36) They're not selling a developer platform. (22:22) Open source GPT models raise safety concerns. (26:30) Concerns about centralized power and AI influence. (39:56) Hardware challenges for AI. (31:42) Exciting challenges of increasing artificial intelligence adoption. (37:29) "Play with technology to find value." (38:07) Introduced dad to chat GPT for business. — Mentions: Google I/O 2024: https://io.google/2024/ OpenAI: https://www.openai.com/ Chat GPT: https://chat.openai.com/ Google AI: https://ai.google/ Get HubSpot's Free AI-Powered Sales Hub: enhance support, retention, and revenue all in one place https://clickhubspot.com/gvx — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 4: How is AI impacting the future of creativity and the workplace? Matt Wolfe (https://twitter.com/mattwolfe) and Nathan Lands (https://twitter.com/NathanLands) tap into the insights of Pete Huang (https://twitter.com/petehuang), founder of The Neuron, a daily newsletter which demystifies AI for the average person.  In this episode, we delve into the intersection of AI, creativity, and its transformational potential on industries like music and entrepreneurship. Pete Huang shares his experiences and perspectives spanning various facets of AI, including the balance between innovation and ethical considerations, the rising capabilities of language models, and the profound implications these have on artistic creation and business operations. The conversation also explores the broader societal impacts, such as income disparity and public perceptions of technology. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd — Show Notes: (00:00) AI's impact on business is misunderstood. (05:03) Exploring marketing strategy and AI's potential impact. (08:14) Using agents will create fierce competition for startups. (12:04) OpenAI leads in product marketing and PR. (15:43) Gemini 1.5 has 10 million token window. (18:58) Importance of needle in haystack test explained. (20:01) Token submission enables enhanced audio processing capabilities. (24:03) OpenAI and MetaLlama are top open source. (27:02) Self-driving cars bring excitement and desensitization. (30:08) Artists call on tech to not replace humans with AI. (35:16) Compensation for similar music in AI. (36:28) Excitement for music licensing and potential earnings. (42:43) Pharrell's praise for Maggie Rogers' authentic music. (45:56) Leverage employees' expertise to improve processes effectively. (47:07) Leverage early adopters to explore AI potential. — Mentions: The Neuron Newsletter: https://www.theneurondaily.com/ The Neuron Podcast: https://lnk.to/theneuron Grok xAI's Large Language Model: https://grok.x.ai/ Udio Music Tool: https://www.udio.com/ Suno Music Creation: https://suno.com/ Sonauto Music Tool: https://sonauto.ai/ Claude AI assistant from Anthropic: https://claude.ai/ Gemini 1.5 Google's New Large Language Model: https://blog.google/technology/ai/google-gemini-next-generation-model-february-2024/ — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 3: Are you ready for speech A.I.? Because it’s here, not in 6 months or a year, but now. AI-generated voice technologies will have a major impact on many things in our daily lives. This technology will effect everything spanning applications in language learning, music creation, emotional AI interfaces, and the evolving landscape of personal digital interactions. These tools out there now that you can communicate with directly by voice, and there are things you need to be ready for. Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://twitter.com/NathanLands) dive deep into both the incredible potential and the inherent risks of this groundbreaking tech and how you can take advantage of it.  Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://link.chtbl.com/4FZET15d — Show Notes: (00:00) AI shift towards voice interaction, Hume's empathetic Eevee impressive. (03:41) AI speculation for Siri; potential Apple-Google partnership. (07:41) AI technology making it easier to deceive. (09:52) Regulation provides bumpers for company behavior. (13:12) Cryptocurrency regulations are uncertain, causing concerns for builders. AI regulations add complexities and potential drawbacks. However, voice AI offers valuable content creation tools. (18:30) Learning language through translation enhances relationships and communication. (21:52) AI music making advances, creating good songs. (22:22) AI music tech advances creating music industry division. (25:43) Spotify's payment model raises complexities and concerns. (30:10) Immersing in AI detection, improving AI audio discernment. (31:57) Content also available in audio format. — Mentions: Hume's empathetic voice interface "EVI": https://tinyurl.com/4cpx2wuw Apple’s ReALM announcement: https://tinyurl.com/4uy5suth Anthropics $4 billion investment: https://tinyurl.com/3a38cvvw OpenAI's voice replication model: https://tinyurl.com/ahzfkc9n Timekettle translation earpieces: https://tinyurl.com/bdv98r39 Suno version three AI music: https://suno.com/ OpenAI's realistic AI voice technology: https://tinyurl.com/4d8mybf6 Eleven Labs AI Voice Generator: https://elevenlabs.io/ Her: https://tinyurl.com/y8zkzb5k — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 2: Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://twitter.com/NathanLands) are joined by serial entrepreneur Greg Isenberg (https://twitter.com/gregisenberg), founder of Late Check Out and AI powered startups like @boringmarketer and @youneedarobot. This episode goes step by step through Greg’s process of creating successful AI businesses, and how you can do the same from scratch TODAY. Greg covers his The ACP framework: Audience/Community/Product, leveraging communities and personal brands to grow your business, and where AI fits in to your strategy. Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://link.chtbl.com/4FZET15d — Show Notes: (00:00) Using OpenAI GPT for value creation is misunderstood. (07:49) PDF AI's challenge is niche focus and community targeting. (12:43) Crucial to be early movers, because big companies dominate the market. (16:04) Building social capital through your personal brand can be very effective and valuable. (18:21) Taste trumps engineering in sought-after skills. (21:23) AI tools will not destroy industries, they level up the playing field. If you’re good, you will be even better with AI (e.g. video generators) (24:44) Nathan’s experienc working with Hollywood execs. The AI video generators like Sora will give access to many film makers who otherwise would have difficulty breaking through. (27:09) Industries seek those with large followings. (31:22) Anticipating dramatic changes in technology and investment. (34:03) ACP Framework: Greg started a discord that grew to a newsletter that led to offers and deals deals. — Mentions: Greg Isenberg: https://www.gregisenberg.com/ You Probably Need a Robot: https://twitter.com/youneedarobot The Boring Marketer: https://www.boringmarketing.com/ https://openai.com/sora — Check Out Matt’s Stuff: • Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/ • Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/ • YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow — Check Out Nathan's Stuff: Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/ Blog - https://lore.com/ The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano