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Stories of making businesses, building wealth, publicity stunts, inspirational humans and controversial decisions from the internet. We dig deep to find out why they did it.
Featuring your two hosts: Osama Saket and Walid Al-Bermani.
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Financial Literacy, Shark Tank Australia, Bobbi Althoff's Hidden Secret | Why I Did It (#9)
Join host @osaket (https://twitter.com/osamasaket) and Walid (https://twitter.com/walidalbermani) kicking off this episode with a large discussion covering a range of topics including upcoming AI-related software, Company bias towards AI, updates on Meta Quest, the importance of reflection for growth, the influence of age on job performance, and the impact of societal changes on work values.
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WeWork Crash, iPhone 15 Pro, and X's Pricing Model | Why I Did It (#8)
Join host @osaket (https://twitter.com/osamasaket) and Walid (https://twitter.com/walidalbermani) kicking off with Walid's recent Bali adventure and a lively chat about motorbike rides in the picturesque locale. Transitioning from travel tales, they delve into the corporate world, discussing Walid concluded WeWork contract and speculating about the future of the company. Their conversation then ventures into the tumultuous stock market landscape, exploring the implications of tech industry layoffs and the broader economic landscape. Small business challenges and the demise of tech firms make their way into the dialogue, briefly touching on significant acquisitions and retail innovations. The discussion meanders through payment woes, Twitter's potential fee structure, and tech entrepreneurs like Peter Levels and Elon Musk's ambitious plans. They also ponder the rise and fall of decentralized platforms and crypto's quest for independence. Shifting gears, they analyze Australia's corporate giants, anti-capitalist sentiment, and the allure of replicating WeChat's success, leaving viewers contemplating Apple's future moves. The video concludes with their thoughts on the iPhone 15, button placements, and the evolving tech landscape, making for an engaging and thought-provoking session.
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Zuck vs Elon: Threads, X, Solar Billionaires and Old Fashioned Marketing | Why I Did It (#7)
The discussion covered a range of topics including the use of social media for business growth, the influence of social media on younger generations, the mixed reviews of the Barbie movie, AI software for doctors, the reduced output quality of ChatGPT, and the potential uses and target market for virtual reality.
Key points and Insights:
Facebook ads may not always provide a good return on investment, and businesses should focus on providing value through apps or products.
Growing a business on social media requires careful planning and consideration of traditional marketing methods.
Different generations have different preferences and behaviors when it comes to purchasing decisions.
Virtual reality, such as the PlayStation VR headset and Oculus, offers immersive gaming experiences.
The AI software for doctors has potential benefits but raises concerns about legalities and insurance coverage.
Traditional marketing methods like flyers, letter drops, and local school calendars can still be effective.
ChatGPT's output quality has been reduced, possibly to incentivize users to pay for better results.
Social media platforms like Instagram and Twitter are constantly evolving with new features.
The younger generation is experiencing a different social media landscape compared to previous generations.
Altitude sickness can be treated with Viagra due to its blood vessel dilation properties.
The Oculus has various use cases, including gaming, health apps, and watching videos.
Influencers are monetizing their platforms through exclusive content and partnerships.
The Barbie movie received mixed reviews due to its focus on patriarchy. -
AI in Healthcare: Speedy Diagnoses, Privacy Concerns, and Apple's Vision Pro | Why I Did It (#6)
Join host @osaket (https://twitter.com/osamasaket) and Walid (https://twitter.com/walidalbermani) in this captivating episode of the Why I Did It Show (#6): Get ready to dive into the mind-blowing world of AI and tech in this hilarious podcast episode! discuss running AI on phones and even wearing it (yes, fashion-forward AI!). Brace yourself for a wild ride as we explore AI's speedy medical diagnoses (doctors, you've got competition!). But hold your horses, AI isn't Doctor AI just yet. We debate the trustworthiness of these tech geniuses and the need for them to spill the beans on their data sources. Buckle up for the challenges of regulating AI in healthcare (it's like herding digital cats). Plus, find out how students are using AI in exams (cheating or genius?). But beware, privacy peeps, as we uncover the risks of giving away personal info. And finally, get the scoop on Apple's Vision Pro, the game-changer (although Siri's AI game might need some extra practice). Join us for laughs, insights, and mind-blowing tech talk!
Timestamps:
(01:23) - Speculation about using phones to train AI models instead of server farms
(04:04) - Caution about relying solely on AI for medical diagnosis and treatment
(06:07) - Mention of an app that uses AI to provide evidence-based information
(08:07) - Concerns about AI-generated health systems being influenced by pharmaceutical companies
(11:20) - AI in healthcare will take time to settle and regulate
(14:53) - Teachers are having to correct surface-level writing that lacks depth.
(18:24) - Elon Musk is limiting tweets to prevent data scraping.
(21:12) - Jack Dorsey released a new secure messaging app called Simple X.
(23:23) - Fitness trackers collect data without providing real help
(30:18) - Open source software allows for collaboration and bug fixing.
(33:00) - The Vision Pro has the potential to revolutionize certain industries.
(40:23) - Samsung entering VR market, Google mocking iPhone in ads
(42:19) - Apple Siri lacks AI integration, lagging behind Google -
Elizabeth Holmes Returns, Martin Shkreli's Twitter Ban & Millennial Raffle Millionaire | Why I Did It (#5)
Join host Osama (https://twitter.com/osamasaket) and Walid (https://twitter.com/walidalbermani) in this captivating episode of the Why I Did It Show (#5), the episode discusses new startup ideas based on trends, with a focus on AI-based companies gaining traction. AI is seen as a useful tool that can bring value to everyone, but there is a call for regulation on AI. Governments are implementing AI to improve development processes, but there are concerns about AI's exponential growth and difficulty in keeping up with it. Australia hopes to make the country a hub for AI, and it is important to implement AI in every sector. The speakers also discuss the dangers of misinformation and the possibility of bias and bad outcomes if AI is monetized and controlled by companies like Microsoft. Martin Shkreli launches DrGupta.ai, an AI related to medicine, which is a subscription-based platform that costs $20 a month for unlimited messages and early access to new features. The legality of AI doctors is questionable, and the speakers are interested in watching the development of AI doctors and are curious if people would use them. The podcast also touches on the Elizabeth Holmes fraud case and the Hollywood industry losing relevance.
Timestamps:
01:00 - AI-based companies gaining traction
02:11 - Comparison between crypto and AI
03:00 - Call for regulation on AI
04:03 - Governments jump on AI
05:57 - Australia's hope in making the country a hub for AI
07:14 - OpenAI lost its ethos of being open source and monetized
09:26 - Elon Musk's Truth GPT
14:23 - Should Microsoft monetize and control AI?
16:00 - Martin Shkreli launches Dr. Gupta.ai, an AI related to medicine
30:17 - Adrian Portelli: Young entrepreneur cranes a super car to his expensive apartment in Melbourne
32:03 - Elizabeth Holmes: former CEO of Theranos sentenced to prison for fraud
37:43 - Met Gala Madness & Hollywood -
From Siri to ChatGPT 4: The Future of AI is Here and It's Changing the Game | Why I Did It (#4)
Join host Osama (https://twitter.com/osamasaket) and Walid (https://twitter.com/walidalbermani) in this captivating episode of the Why I Did It Show, Find out why Osama is hiding from Chatbot PT4 in a tent for the week. Chatbot PT4 is a superior AI platform compared to Apple's Siri and is useful for professionals in copywriting and marketing. AI is becoming a popular topic of discussion and can save time and increase productivity, but it may also replace some jobs. Aftershocks headphones are dominating the market and are more comfortable than Airpods. Countries like Australia should invest more in technology and become self-sufficient to avoid relying on foreign countries.
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Timestamps:
00:08 - Hiding from Chatbot PT4 for a Week
00:20 - Chatbot PT4: Advanced Features and Capabilities
01:13 - Apple and Siri: Falling Behind in AI
02:19 - Amazon Echo Project: Failure to Meet Expectations
03:00 - Chatbot PT4: Worth it for Professionals
03:33 - Apple's Siri: Terrible and Lagging Behind
04:07 - Chatbot PT4: Best for Professional Work
05:33 - Google Bard: The Worst AI Platform?
06:09 - Grammar and Spell Check with Chatbot PT4
07:14 - Rising Costs of Subscription Models
07:25 - Charge GBT's Tailored Model: Widely Used by Others
08:19 - AI: A Hot Topic of Discussion
08:34 - AI: Time-Saving and Productivity-Boosting
09:33 - Job Replacements by AI: Customer Service and Video Editing
12:29 - Simplifying Adobe Software with AI Integration
13:01 - Chinese Company's Stock Boom with GPT and CTO
13:39 - TikTok Controversy: Chinese-Based Company
14:20 - Facebook's Strategy: Buy or Copy Competitors
14:53 - Copying Features: Instagram and Disappearing Messages
15:18 - Twitter's Copy of House Party's Voice and Rooms Feature
16:05 - Need for a New Social Media Platform
18:26 - Be Real App: Millions of Downloads Worldwide
19:47 - Elon Musk's Stance on AI and the Blue Pig
20:27 - Facebook's Verified Feature: Copied from Twitter
21:36 - Verification Tick on Instagram: Does it Impact Credibility?
22:03 - Using Verification Badges for Credibility on Social Media
22:26 - Elon Musk's Impact on OpenAI's Charging Policy
23:06 - Elon Musk and Twitter: A Time-Consuming Distraction?
23:17 - Should Companies Censor Posts?
24:01 - Monetizing GPT-3: Microsoft's Role
25:27 - Google's Free Search and Gmail
28:12 - Apple's Extra Charges for Non-Proprietary Charging Cables
29:30 - Apple's Control over Charging Speed and App Development
30:01 - Challenges for Developers in Apple's App Store
30:31 - Apple's Cut from In-App Purchases
32:00 - Apple: Innovation vs. Revenue
33:07 - Apple's Need for Groundbreaking Announcements
33:29 - Apple's Patent for AirPods with a Screen
35:45 - Apple's Loss of Innovation Focus
36:31 - Aftershockz vs. AirPods: Which is Better?
36:39 - Aftershockz: Unplugged Audio with Comfort