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💚 The renowned and best-selling author Robert Greene sits down with Codie Sanchez on The Big Deal Podcast.
🤖 The Diary of a CEO discusses our future with the Godfather of AI, Geoffrey Hinton. Sharing insights on the coming wave of AI.
🔥 The Kill Tony show hosts their weekly standup gauntlet. This one is filled with cringeworthy laughs.
Who is Robert Greene, and Why is He so Popular?
Guest: Robert Greene, bestselling author and expert on power, human behavior, and strategy. He is considered an authority on human psychology, influence, and strategic thinking, often referenced in business, leadership, and self-improvement.
Host: Codie Sanchez
Topic: Power dynamics, personal growth, and life lessons from Robert Greene.
📚 Books by Robert Greene:
The 48 Laws of Power
The Art of Seduction
The 33 Strategies of War
The 50th Law (with 50 Cent)
Mastery
The Laws of Human Nature
The Daily Laws
Key Highlights and Notables:
Why Robert Greene was fired from multiple jobs before discovering his true path. How to take obstacles in life and learn from them. A statement that is echoed over and over again.
How to spot toxic personalities and why ego, manipulation, and subtle human behavior patterns matter in relationships and work.
How to read people: Greene emphasizes that “everything is a sign”—behavior, body language, and silence all carry meaning.
Gut instinct as a strategic tool: Greene reinforces the importance of trusting your intuition in decision-making. Your intuition is there for a reason and needs to be developed and nurtured.
Upcoming book: Robert discusses his upcoming book and reflects on his near-death experience.
Who is it for?
Entrepreneurs and professionals interested in psychology and leadership
Readers of Robert Greene’s books
Fans of Codie Sanchez and Contrarian Thinking
Anyone seeking timeless advice on influence, strategy, and emotional intelligence.
Codie Sanchez brings a fresh approach, asking unconventional questions that elicit deeper reflections from Greene, making this episode stand out from typical interviews.
Where to Listen
YouTube link provided above.
Headlines in Podcasting
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Spotify Introduces Podcast Transcripts with Speaker Tags and Time Syncing | |
Golden Globes to Honor Podcasts in 2026, Sparking Debate Among Creators | |
Podcasts are now mainstream in the U.S., U.K., and Australia |
Have We Lost Control Over AI, and What is the Future?
Guest: Geoffrey Hinton, often referred to as the godfather of AI, is a Nobel Prize-winning cognitive psychologist and computer scientist whose groundbreaking work on neural networks laid the foundation for deep learning. Hinton brings rare and urgent directives about the coming changes and challenges ahead.
Host: Steven Bartlett
Topics: AI, Futureism, advancing AI technology, AI policies, and government intervention.
📚 Books by Geoffrey Hinton:
Unsupervised Learning: Foundations of Neural Computation
Parallel Models of Associative Memory
Connectionist Symbol Processing
Neural Networks for Pattern Recognition
Neural Networks: Tricks of the Trade (contributor)
Key Highlights and Notables:
Candid Warnings on AI Risks: Hinton discusses why he left Big Tech to speak openly about the existential and societal risks posed by artificial intelligence.
AI’s Impact on Jobs: He outlines which jobs are already being replaced, which are next, and what it means when machines surpass humans in cognitive tasks.
Life After Human Supremacy: Hinton examines a future where humans may no longer be the most intelligent entities on Earth.
Career Advice for an AI World: He advises younger generations to “train to be a plumber,” highlighting the importance of practical, human-based skills.
Who is it for?
Students and young professionals planning their careers
Educators and policymakers shaping AI-related curricula and legislation
Business leaders adapting to AI in the workforce
General audiences seeking a clear-eyed view of the future
This episode is essential for anyone trying to understand or prepare for the next wave of technological disruption. Hinton doesn’t dive into the hype, but brings a more ominous approach. What will life be like surrounded by AI that is smarter than us? Anyone giving you the answer to this is simply lying because we really don't know.
Where to listen
YouTube link provided above.
Another Grueling Roast Session on the Kill Tony Show
Hosts: Tony Hinchcliffe & Brian Redban
Subscribers: 2.29 million+ on YouTube
Format: Live stand-up comedy auditions in front of a panel and audience
🤣 Yannis Pappas and Brian Simpson join Kill Tony for episode #722. While I typically root for the comedians, this one will make you laugh in one moment and cringe in the next.
Key Highlights and Notables:
Kill Tony is a top-rated comedy podcast where aspiring stand-up comedians get 60 seconds to perform live before a panel of veteran comics and a crowd. Hosted by Tony Hinchcliffe and produced by Brian Redban.
This show is completely off the hook and will make you swirl with emotions throughout, but it's not for everyone. Anything you can dream up to make fun of someone will eventually become a reality on Kill Tony.
Each episode blends cringe, chaos, and laughter, often pushing the limits of politically correct humor. The show has built a cult following by giving raw, unfiltered comedy, with millions of views per episode and a reputation for "roasting with purpose."
Why it stands out:
A unique live format unmatched in the comedy podcast world
Offers real-time exposure for up-and-coming comedians
Known for its edgy, unfiltered humor and spontaneous panel of judges
Frequently features guest judges from the stand-up scene
Who is it for?
Kill Tony isn't for the faint of heart, but if you're a fan of lude, rude, and wildly unpredictable comedy, it's a must-listen. This is for people who love a comedic bloodsport.
Where to listen
YouTube link provided above.
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