The Jaeden Schafer Podcast: Inspired by Joe Rogan, Lex Fridman, Tucker Carlson

In this episode, we explore the intense CapEx spending by tech giants like Amazon, Google, and Meta in the AI compute arms race. We also discuss how Amazon's AWS cloud business is outperforming and expanding, despite investor concerns about the massive expenditures.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Introduction to the AI Spending Race<br>01:57 AIbox Announcements and Tier Updates<br>03:56 Amazon's Massive Capital Expenditure<br>05:39 Competitor Spending and Investor Skepticism<br>11:51 AWS Performance and Growth<br>18:09 Wall Street and the Future of AI<div><br></div> <div><b>Links</b></div><div><span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: </span><a href="https://aibox.ai"><span>⁠⁠https://aibox.ai</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>AI Chat YouTube Channel: </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer"><span>https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>Join my AI Hustle Community: </span><a href="https://www.skool.com/aihustle"><span>https://www.skool.com/aihustle</span></a></p></li></ul></span></div> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we explore how social media giants Reddit and Meta are leveraging AI to reshape user experience and create new revenue streams. We examine Reddit's pivot towards AI-powered search for personalized answers and Meta's new standalone AI video app, Vibes, and its potential for monetization through premium features.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 AIbox Announces New Tier<br>01:16 Reddit's AI-Powered Search<br>06:30 Reddit Content Licensing Growth<br>10:39 Meta Launches AI Video App Vibes<br>15:29 AI &amp; Social Media Monetization<br>18:35 AIbox Call to Action<div><br></div><div><br></div> <div><b>Links</b></div><div><span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: </span><a href="https://aibox.ai"><span>⁠⁠https://aibox.ai</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>AI Chat YouTube Channel: </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer"><span>https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>Join my AI Hustle Community: </span><a href="https://www.skool.com/aihustle"><span>https://www.skool.com/aihustle</span></a></p></li></ul></span></div> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we discuss SpaceX's audacious plan to launch a million AI data center satellites into orbit, outlining the logistical and economic reasons behind this move. We also explore the recent merger with XAI and the profound implications this infrastructure shift could have on the future of AI computing and global data center capacity.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 SpaceX's Million Satellite Data Center<br>01:58 AIbox, Affordable AI Access<br>04:02 SpaceX XAI Merger &amp; FCC Filing<br>07:11 Economics of Space Data Centers<br>11:02 Merger Rationale and Future Vision<br>15:12 De-orbiting and Future Demand<div><br></div> <div><b>Links</b></div><div><span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: </span><a href="https://aibox.ai"><span>⁠⁠https://aibox.ai</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>AI Chat YouTube Channel: </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer"><span>https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>Join my AI Hustle Community: </span><a href="https://www.skool.com/aihustle"><span>https://www.skool.com/aihustle</span></a></p></li></ul></span></div> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we explore Anthropic's new Opus 4.6 and its 'agent teams' feature, alongside OpenAI's competing GPT 5.3 Codex, highlighting the intense rivalry in the AI development space. We also discuss OpenAI's new enterprise platform, Frontier, and how these advancements are changing the AI landscape for developers and other professionals.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Anthropic Opus 4.6 Release<br>02:02 Agent Teams and Context Windows<br>06:39 Claude's SaaS Integration<br>09:02 OpenAI's GPT 5.3 Codex and Frontier<div><br></div> <div><b>Links</b></div><div><span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: </span><a href="https://aibox.ai"><span>⁠⁠https://aibox.ai</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>AI Chat YouTube Channel: </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer"><span>https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>Join my AI Hustle Community: </span><a href="https://www.skool.com/aihustle"><span>https://www.skool.com/aihustle</span></a></p></li></ul></span></div> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we explore Lotus Health AI's innovative approach to healthcare, where an AI doctor provides free consultations and aims to redefine primary care. We also discuss the challenges, potential, and regulatory landscape of integrating AI into medical practices, highlighting how this technology could transform patient experiences and doctor accessibility.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Lotus Health AI &amp; Healthcare<br>02:10 ChatGPT's Role in Health<br>05:17 Lotus Health's Vision<br>08:26 Operational Model &amp; Compliance<br>14:03 Regulatory Hurdles &amp; Future<div><br></div> <div><b>Links</b></div><div><span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: </span><a href="https://aibox.ai"><span>⁠⁠https://aibox.ai</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>AI Chat YouTube Channel: </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer"><span>https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>Join my AI Hustle Community: </span><a href="https://www.skool.com/aihustle"><span>https://www.skool.com/aihustle</span></a></p></li></ul></span></div> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we explore the monumental acquisition of XAI by SpaceX, creating an unprecedented $1.25 trillion integrated technology company. We discuss the ambitious vision of building AI data centers in space, the financial implications of this merger ahead of SpaceX's anticipated IPO, and the potential impact on the AI and aerospace industries.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 SpaceX Acquires XAI<br>00:48 AIbox.ai Introduction<br>02:08 Merger Details and Valuation<br>03:28 Orbital Data Centers Vision<br>08:10 XAI's Financial and Product Challenges<br>15:32 The Looming SpaceX IPO<div><br></div><div><br></div> <div><b>Links</b></div><div><span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: </span><a href="https://aibox.ai"><span>⁠⁠https://aibox.ai</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>AI Chat YouTube Channel: </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer"><span>https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>Join my AI Hustle Community: </span><a href="https://www.skool.com/aihustle"><span>https://www.skool.com/aihustle</span></a></p></li></ul></span></div> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we journey back in time to explore the fascinating history of artificial intelligence, tracing its origins from early philosophical questions about machine thought to the symbolic AI systems of the past and the rise of modern deep learning. We also discuss why the current AI boom feels different and the exciting future ahead.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Introduction to AI History<br>01:49 Early AI and Symbolic AI<br>05:39 AI Winters and Expert Systems<br>08:41 The Rise of Machine Learning<br>13:09 Modern AI and Future Outlook<br>18:27 AI's Impact on Innovation<div><br>&nbsp; <div><b>Links</b></div><div><span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: </span><a href="https://aibox.ai"><span>⁠⁠https://aibox.ai</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>AI Chat YouTube Channel: </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer"><span>https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>Join my AI Hustle Community: </span><a href="https://www.skool.com/aihustle"><span>https://www.skool.com/aihustle</span></a></p></li></ul></span></div></div> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we talk about Anthropic's new Co-Work plugins for enterprise users, designed to automate specialized tasks and streamline workflows. We also discuss the major $3 billion lawsuit filed against Anthropic by music publishers, alleging copyright infringement of 20,000 musical works.<br><br><br> <div><b>Links</b></div><div><span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: </span><a href="https://aibox.ai"><span>⁠⁠https://aibox.ai</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>AI Chat YouTube Channel: </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer"><span>https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>Join my AI Hustle Community: </span><a href="https://www.skool.com/aihustle"><span>https://www.skool.com/aihustle</span></a></p></li></ul></span></div> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we explore Mark Zuckerberg's ambitious AI plans for Meta, including significant investments and the expected launch of new AI models and products. We also discuss Meta's strong push into AI-powered smart glasses and how they aim to integrate AI into everyday life.<div><br></div> <div><b>Links</b></div><div><span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: </span><a href="https://aibox.ai"><span>⁠⁠https://aibox.ai</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>AI Chat YouTube Channel: </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer"><span>https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>Join my AI Hustle Community: </span><a href="https://www.skool.com/aihustle"><span>https://www.skool.com/aihustle</span></a></p></li></ul></span></div> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we explore Anthropic's new interactive Cloud apps and integrations with popular workplace tools like Slack, Canva, and Figma. We also discuss how Anthropic is facing unique challenges in hiring engineers because their own AI models are now outperforming human applicants in technical assessments.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Anthropic's Cloud Updates<br>01:45 Interactive Cloud Apps<br>04:49 Model Context Protocol & Co-Work<br>08:17 Agent Permissions & Security Concerns<br>13:42 AI Outperforms Human Applicants See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we discuss HumansAnd, a new startup founded by AI veterans, and their ambitious goal to build an AI model focused on human collaboration rather than just individual intelligence. We also explore their unique approach to AI development and the competitive landscape of the AI industry.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Introduction to HumansAnd<br>00:57 AI Box File Uploads<br>03:28 HumansAnd's Vision and Funding<br>08:41 The Importance of Asking Questions<br>13:40 Competition and Future Insights<br>24:05 Conclusion<div><br></div> <div><b>Links</b></div><div><span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: </span><a href="https://aibox.ai"><span>⁠⁠https://aibox.ai</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>AI Chat YouTube Channel: </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer"><span>https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>Join my AI Hustle Community: </span><a href="https://www.skool.com/aihustle"><span>https://www.skool.com/aihustle</span></a></p></li></ul></span></div> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we discuss NVIDIA's massive $2 billion investment in CoreWeave, a deal aimed at rapidly expanding CoreWeave's AI compute capacity to five gigawatts by 2030, a move that will position them among the world's most energy-intensive AI infrastructure providers. We also explore CoreWeave's strategic pivot from crypto mining to AI infrastructure, its aggressive debt-leveraged expansion, and its ongoing acquisition strategy to build an integrated AI development stack.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 NVIDIA's $2B CoreWeave Investment<br>00:00 AI Box New Feature<br>00:01 CoreWeave's Financial Strategy &amp; Expansion<br>00:06 CoreWeave's Transformation and Acquisitions<br>00:08 NVIDIA's Strategic Partnerships<div><br>&nbsp; <div><b>Links</b></div><div><span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: </span><a href="https://aibox.ai"><span>⁠⁠https://aibox.ai</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>AI Chat YouTube Channel: </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer"><span>https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>Join my AI Hustle Community: </span><a href="https://www.skool.com/aihustle"><span>https://www.skool.com/aihustle</span></a></p></li></ul></span></div></div> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we discuss Microsoft's new Maya 200 AI inference chip, highlighting its capabilities, its importance for efficient AI model deployment, and how it signifies a major shift towards custom silicon in the AI industry. We also touch upon its potential impact on cost savings and Microsoft's strategy to become a leading player in the AI hardware space.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Microsoft's Maya 200 AI Chip<br>00:29 AI Box.ai Tools<br>02:03 Power and Performance<br>04:54 Inference vs. Training<br>08:21 Efficiency and Competition<br>14:06 Internal Deployment and Future<div><br>&nbsp; <div><b>Links</b></div><div><span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: </span><a href="https://aibox.ai"><span>⁠⁠https://aibox.ai</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>AI Chat YouTube Channel: </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer"><span>https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>Join my AI Hustle Community: </span><a href="https://www.skool.com/aihustle"><span>https://www.skool.com/aihustle</span></a></p></li></ul></span></div></div> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we explore OpenAI's strategic leadership changes to regain enterprise market share as competitors like Anthropic surge ahead. We also discuss how key AI infrastructure partners are reaching unicorn status, highlighting the growing value of the underlying technology.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 OpenAI's Enterprise Shift<br>00:31 AI Infrastructure Unicorns<br>00:44 AI's Impact on White-Collar Jobs<br>11:56 AI Agents for Scheduling<div><br></div><div><br></div> <div><b>Links</b></div><div><span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: </span><a href="https://aibox.ai"><span>⁠⁠https://aibox.ai</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>AI Chat YouTube Channel: </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer"><span>https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>Join my AI Hustle Community: </span><a href="https://www.skool.com/aihustle"><span>https://www.skool.com/aihustle</span></a></p></li></ul></span></div> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I share my thoughts on Google's introduction of free Gemini-powered SAT practice exams. I offer my perspective on AI's unfolding role in education.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Intro &amp; AIbox.ai Plug<br>02:00 Google's Free SAT Prep<br>05:09 AI in Education Debate<br>12:14 Impact on Tutors &amp; Google's Strategy<br><br>In this episode, we discuss Google's new initiative offering free SAT practice exams powered by Gemini, exploring how this advancement will impact education and the broader implications of AI in learning. We also examine the potential disruption to traditional education companies and the evolving role of human tutors in an AI-integrated world.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Google's Free SAT Exams<br>00:00 AI's Impact on Education<br>01:14 Role of AI in Learning<br>05:05 AI vs. Traditional Tutoring<div><br></div><p></p><div><b>Links</b></div><div><ul><li><p>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: <a href="https://aibox.ai">⁠⁠https://aibox.ai</a></p></li><li><p>AI Chat YouTube Channel: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer">https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer</a></p></li><li><p>Join my AI Hustle Community: <a href="https://www.skool.com/aihustle">https://www.skool.com/aihustle</a></p></li></ul></div><p></p> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we discuss Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's strong criticism of the Trump administration's decision to allow NVIDIA to sell AI chips to China, comparing it to selling nuclear weapons. We also explore the implications of his comments given NVIDIA's significant investment and partnership with Anthropic and how these actions reflect the high stakes in the AI race.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Introduction to Amodei's Criticism<br>01:59 Context of Chip Sales and Amodei's Stance<br>05:28 National Security and Nuclear Analogy<br>08:36 Impact on Anthropic-NVIDIA Partnership<div><br></div><p></p><div><b>Links</b></div><div><ul><li><p>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: <a href="https://aibox.ai">⁠⁠https://aibox.ai</a></p></li><li><p>AI Chat YouTube Channel: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer">https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer</a></p></li><li><p>Join my AI Hustle Community: <a href="https://www.skool.com/aihustle">https://www.skool.com/aihustle</a></p></li></ul></div><p></p> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I, Jaeden Schafer, discuss the Trump administration's $15 billion power plant proposal, focusing on its role in fueling AI's massive energy consumption. I share my perspective on the critical need for a stable energy supply for AI.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 AI's Power Hunger<br>01:48 Trump Admin's Plan<br>10:07 Energy Source Debate<br>13:30 Accountability for Consumption<br><br>In this episode, we explore the Trump administration's proposal for tech companies to invest $15 billion in power plants to meet the surging electricity demands of AI and data centers. We also discuss its potential impact on America's power grid, consumer costs, and the national effort to remain competitive in the global AI race.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 $15 Billion Power Plant Deal<br>01:48 PJM Grid Operator &amp; Energy Needs<br>04:44 Alternative Power Solutions<br>06:45 The Trump Administration's Plan<br>10:05 Renewables vs. Consistent Power<br>13:33 Addressing Critiques and Future<div><br></div><div><br></div><p></p><div><b>Links</b></div><div><ul><li><p>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: <a href="https://aibox.ai">⁠⁠https://aibox.ai</a></p></li><li><p>AI Chat YouTube Channel: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer">https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer</a></p></li><li><p>Join my AI Hustle Community: <a href="https://www.skool.com/aihustle">https://www.skool.com/aihustle</a></p></li></ul></div><p></p> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we dissect Meta's strategic pivot, moving away from its colossal Metaverse investments to a sharpened focus on AI. We explore the intricate details and long-term vision behind this significant decision.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Meta's Metaverse Investment<br>02:05 VR's Limited Appeal<br>06:21 Meta's Financial Losses<br>11:24 AI: Meta's New Frontier<br><br>In this episode, we break down Meta's decision to discontinue its ambitious Metaverse project after a colossal $73 billion investment, leading to significant layoffs and the shutdown of several VR game studios. We also explore why the Metaverse failed to gain traction and how Meta is now pivoting its resources and focus towards AI, particularly with the unexpected success of its AI-powered Ray-Ban smart glasses.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Meta Ditches Metaverse<br>02:05 Metaverse Rebrand<br>05:32 Metaverse Layoffs and Closures<br>08:10 Meta's Metaverse Failed<br>13:46 Metaverse Revenue Model Issues<br>16:49 Meta Shifts to AI<div><br><p></p><div><b>Links</b></div><div><ul><li><p>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: <a href="https://aibox.ai">⁠⁠https://aibox.ai</a></p></li><li><p>AI Chat YouTube Channel: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer">https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer</a></p></li><li><p>Join my AI Hustle Community: <a href="https://www.skool.com/aihustle">https://www.skool.com/aihustle</a></p></li></ul></div><p></p></div> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we explore the ongoing 'wrongful gains' lawsuit filed by Elon Musk against OpenAI and Microsoft, seeking billions in damages. We also unpack recent unsealed documents, including diary entries and emails, that shed new light on OpenAI's early years, internal debates, and key partnerships.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Elon Musk's Wrongful Gains Lawsuit<br>01:48 AIbox.ai Sponsorship<br>02:20 Musk's Allegations and Damage Claims<br>06:49 OpenAI and Microsoft's Defense<br>08:10 Unsealed Documents and Internal Revelations<br>18:57 The Ongoing Legal Battle See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we shine a spotlight on Higgsfield's $1.3 billion valuation and its role in AI video innovation. We also discuss its specialized approach to short-form content for creators. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.