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

Back to Home
The Jaeden Schafer Podcast: Inspired by Joe Rogan, Lex Fridman, Tucker Carlson artwork
News

by The Jaeden Schafer Podcast

On The Jaeden Schafer Podcast, we explore the biggest stories shaping technology, startups, and the creator economy, breaking down what actually matters and why. I share clear, no-hype analysis on AI, business, and emerging trends, connecting the dots between headlines and the future they’re building. I was inspired to start this podcast by other amazing podcasters like Joe Rogan, Lex Fridman and Tucker Carlson.

20 episodes summarized

Episodes

Inspiration from Google’s Multi-Layer AI

Inspiration from Google’s Multi-Layer AI

FULL

In this episode, we draw inspiration from Google’s innovative multi-layer AI strategy unveiled at Cloud Next. Join us to explore the creative angles that emerge from this strategy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

April 22, 202616:13
New Apple CEO, OpenAI's New Image Model, Vercel AI Hack

New Apple CEO, OpenAI's New Image Model, Vercel AI Hack

FULL

In this episode, we explore the significant leadership change at Apple as Tim Cook steps down and John Tarnas takes the helm, amid ongoing challenges in the AI sector. We also discuss major developments like Vercel's security breach, Snapchat's layoffs tied to AI, OpenAI's new Image 2.0 model, and Amazon's massive investment in Anthropic.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Apple CEO Tim Cook Steps Down<br>03:40 Vercel Security Breach<br>05:59 FTC Settlement with Clarify<br>09:55 Snapchat Layoffs and AI Coding<br>14:35 OpenAI Image 2.0 Release<br>15:39 Amazon Invests in Anthropic<br><br><br> <span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 80+ AI Models for $8.99 at AI Box: </span><a href="https://aibox.ai"><span>⁠⁠https://aibox.ai</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>How I Grow and Scale My Business with AI: </span><a href="https://www.skool.com/aihustle"><span>https://www.skool.com/aihustle</span></a></p></li></ul></span> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

April 21, 202616:07
Anthropic Surpasses OpenAI: A Financial Update

Anthropic Surpasses OpenAI: A Financial Update

FULL

In this episode, we provide an update on how Anthropic has surpassed OpenAI in revenue. Join us for an analysis of what this means moving forward. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

April 20, 202614:26
Claude’s Design and Its Market Opportunities

Claude’s Design and Its Market Opportunities

FULL

In this episode, we analyze the market opportunities presented by Claude’s design. Understand how businesses can leverage AI advancements. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

April 17, 202614:56
Anthropic Ships Opus 4.7, $2B With No Product & Google AI Deals

Anthropic Ships Opus 4.7, $2B With No Product & Google AI Deals

FULL

Anthropic dropped Claude Opus 4.7 today, but the bigger story is the model they <em>didn't</em> release. We break down Project Glasswing, why Mythos stays locked up, and what it signals about where frontier AI actually is right now. Plus: a 7-month-old AI startup is raising at a $2 billion valuation with zero product, a robotics startup wants to be the Cursor for physical AI, Google used AI to block 8.3 billion ads last year (and cut false positives by 80%), and Gemini is coming to professional video editing.<br><br><br> <span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 80+ AI Models for $8.99 at AI Box: </span><a href="https://aibox.ai"><span>⁠⁠https://aibox.ai</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>How I Grow and Scale My Business with AI: </span><a href="https://www.skool.com/aihustle"><span>https://www.skool.com/aihustle</span></a></p></li></ul></span> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

April 16, 202614:22
Anthropic's IPO Play, Novo Nordisk x OpenAI, and the First Brain Sensor Goes Human

Anthropic's IPO Play, Novo Nordisk x OpenAI, and the First Brain Sensor Goes Human

FULL

Anthropic adds the Novartis CEO to its board as it gears up for an IPO — and on the same day, Novo Nordisk partners with OpenAI to supercharge drug development. We break down what this healthcare AI land grab means for the industry. Plus, Science Corp (founded by ex-Neuralink co-founder Max Hodak) is preparing to place its first sensor in a human brain, Stanford's latest AI Index reveals a growing disconnect between AI insiders and the public, and Google rolls out AI Skills in Chrome so you can save and reuse your favorite workflows.<br><br><br> <span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 80+ AI Models for $8.99 at AI Box: </span><a href="https://aibox.ai"><span>⁠⁠https://aibox.ai</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>How I Grow and Scale My Business with AI: </span><a href="https://www.skool.com/aihustle"><span>https://www.skool.com/aihustle</span></a></p></li></ul></span> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

April 15, 202615:08
Altman Gets Molotov Cocktail, Zuckerberg Creates AI Clone

Altman Gets Molotov Cocktail, Zuckerberg Creates AI Clone

FULL

In this episode, we explore groundbreaking developments in the tech world, including Mark Zuckerberg's creation of an AI version of himself and Apple's revolutionary smart glasses. We also discuss the implications of Vercel's impending IPO, Anthropic's controversy over OpenClaw, and the unsettling attack on Sam Altman's home amidst rising tensions in the AI field.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Introduction<br>01:18 Apple's Smart Glasses<br>04:01 Vercel's IPO Readiness<br>06:57 Anthropic and OpenClaw<br>09:47 Trump Administration's AI Push<br>13:19 Sam Altman's Home Attack<br><br><br> <span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 80+ AI Models for $8.99 at AI Box: </span><a href="https://aibox.ai"><span>⁠⁠https://aibox.ai</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>How I Grow and Scale My Business with AI: </span><a href="https://www.skool.com/aihustle"><span>https://www.skool.com/aihustle</span></a></p></li></ul></span> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

April 13, 202615:08
Q1 2026 Venture Funding Hits $300B Record

Q1 2026 Venture Funding Hits $300B Record

FULL

In this episode, we examine the astonishing $300 billion venture funding in Q1 2026, with 80% allocated to AI startups. We also discuss the implications of new AI regulations, healthcare breakthroughs, and Meta's recent AI security incident.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Introduction<br>00:43 AI Regulation Surge<br>04:00 Georgia's AI Bills<br>05:41 NOAA Labs Breakthrough<br>09:51 Meta's AI Incident<br>13:26 Venture Funding Insights<div><br>&nbsp; <span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 80+ AI Models for $8.99 at AI Box: </span><a href="https://aibox.ai"><span>⁠⁠https://aibox.ai</span></a></p></li><li><p><span>How I Grow and Scale My Business with AI: </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.

April 6, 202616:56
OpenAI Acquires TBPN: (yes the tech news podcast)

OpenAI Acquires TBPN: (yes the tech news podcast)

FULL

In this episode, we explore OpenAI's groundbreaking acquisition of the Technology Business Programming Network (TBPN) and what it means for the future of tech media. We discuss the show's unique positioning, its ongoing independence under OpenAI, and how this acquisition could influence the narrative around AI technology.<br><br>Try AI Box:&nbsp;<a href="https://aibox.ai/">https://aibox.ai/</a><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Introduction to Acquisition<br>02:00 TBPN's Unique Appeal<br>04:00 Operational Independence<br>08:00 Future Implications See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

April 3, 20269:52
OpenAI's $121B Funding Round Explained

OpenAI's $121B Funding Round Explained

FULL

In this episode, we explore OpenAI's record-setting $121 billion funding round at an $852 billion valuation and discuss the implications of this massive investment. We also touch on Anthropic's recent setbacks and Huawei's competitive new AI chip entering the market amidst the ongoing US-China tech tensions.<br><br><a href="https://aibox.ai/store">Try AI Box</a><br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Introduction<br>00:04 OpenAI's Funding Round<br>00:50 Huawei's AI Chip<br>04:03 Anthropic's Source Code Leak<br>06:46 Investment Insights<br>12:07 Market Outlook See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

April 3, 202613:08
OpenAI's $40 Billion Investment and AI Advances

OpenAI's $40 Billion Investment and AI Advances

FULL

In this episode, we explore SoftBank's monumental $40 billion investment in OpenAI and what it signifies for the AI landscape. We also discuss the emergence of AI robots at the White House, Apple's strategy to integrate third-party AI into Siri, and a significant data leak at Anthropic detailing a new model with unprecedented cybersecurity risks.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Introduction<br>00:04 AI Robots at the White House<br>00:23 SoftBank's OpenAI Investment<br>05:28 OpenAI's Robotics Pivot<br>07:15 Apple's Siri Integration<br>09:09 Anthropic's Claude Mythos Leak<br><br>Try <a href="https://aibox.ai/">AI Box</a> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

April 3, 202613:35
SoftBank's $40B OpenAI Investment & Anthropic's Claude Mythos Leak

SoftBank's $40B OpenAI Investment & Anthropic's Claude Mythos Leak

FULL

In this episode, we discuss SoftBank's massive $40 billion investment in OpenAI and the implications for the AI industry's competition. We also explore the leaked Anthropic document revealing their powerful new 'Claude Mythos' model and its unprecedented cybersecurity risks.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Introduction and AI Box Ad<br>01:53 AI Robots at the White House<br>03:17 SoftBank's OpenAI Investment<br>05:28 OpenAI's Robotics Pivot<br>07:10 Apple Opening Siri to Third-Party AI<br>09:09 Anthropic's Claude Mythos Leak<br><br><br> <div><b>Links</b></div><div><span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 70+ AI Models for $8.99 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.

March 27, 202613:35
Claude Co-Work can now Control Your Computer

Claude Co-Work can now Control Your Computer

FULL

In this episode, we explore Anthropic's recently released Claude Co-Work and Dispatch features, which allow Claude to control your computer's mouse, keyboard, and screen for automation. We look at the practical applications, setup process, and potential for streamlining repetitive tasks, noting both its current speed limitations and future potential as a powerful automation tool.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Anthropic's Latest Releases<br>01:55 Claude Co-Work &amp; Dispatch Explained<br>04:09 Setting Up and Initial Impressions<br>06:56 Creating and Saving Skills<br>08:24 Recommendations and Use Cases<br>11:23 Developer vs. No-Coder Perspectives<br><br><br> <div><b>Links</b></div><div><span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 70+ AI Models for $8.99 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.

March 25, 202612:29
Bezos to Raise $100B for AI and Nvidia's Challenges

Bezos to Raise $100B for AI and Nvidia's Challenges

FULL

In this episode, we explore current trends in AI compensation, Wall Street's reaction to Nvidia's conference, and Amazon's innovative chip strategy. We also cover WordPress.com's embrace of AI agents and Jeff Bezos's plan to acquire manufacturing firms with AI.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 AI Tokens as Compensation<br>02:33 Nvidia's GTC Conference Disappoints Wall Street<br>03:58 Amazon's Tranium Lab and AI Dominance<br>05:11 WordPress.com Embraces AI Agents<br>07:56 Jeff Bezos's $100 Billion AI Manufacturing Fund<br><br><br> <div><b>Links</b></div><div><span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 70+ AI Models for $8.99 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.

March 23, 202610:25
AI Web Traffic to Exceed Humans by 2027, and Rogue AI Agents

AI Web Traffic to Exceed Humans by 2027, and Rogue AI Agents

FULL

In this episode, we discuss DoorDash's new task app for AI data collection, Meta's AI content enforcement system and rogue AI agents, and Cloudflare's CEO predicts AI bots will generate more internet traffic than humans by 2027.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>01:47 DoorDash's AI Task App<br>03:54 Meta's AI Content Moderation<br>05:54 Meta's Rogue AI Agents<br>07:03 Sam Altman &amp; AI Layoffs<br>08:34 Bots to Exceed Human Traffic<br><br><br> <div><b>Links</b></div><div><span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 70+ AI Models for $8.99 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.

March 19, 202614:41
Meta Manus Desktop App, Anthropic Enterprise Lead, OpenAI AWS Deal

Meta Manus Desktop App, Anthropic Enterprise Lead, OpenAI AWS Deal

FULL

In this episode, we discuss Meta's new Manus desktop AI agent and its implications for AI as an operating system layer. We also cover startup Niv AI addressing AI data center energy consumption, Memories AI's visual memory layer for robotics, and Anthropic's dominance in new enterprise AI spending over OpenAI, which is now strengthening its government footprint with an AWS deal.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Introduction and AIbox Update<br>01:26 Meta's Manus Desktop AI Agent<br>02:55 Niv AI Tackles Data Center Energy<br>04:32 Memories AI for Visual Memory<br>06:54 Anthropic Leads Enterprise AI Spend<br>08:36 OpenAI's AWS Government Deal<br><br><br> <div><b>Links</b></div><div><span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 70+ AI Models for $8.99 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.

March 18, 202612:10
Senators Say "Shut AI Down", Mistral Forage, Pentagon AI, Google AI

Senators Say "Shut AI Down", Mistral Forage, Pentagon AI, Google AI

FULL

In this episode, we explore Mistral's new 'Forage' platform for custom AI models, the Pentagon's development of AI alternatives to Anthropic, and Google's expansion of its personal intelligence features. We also cover updates on BuzzFeed's 'AI slop apps' and the controversy surrounding ByteDance's 'SeedDance' AI video app.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 AI News Roundup &amp; AIBox.ai Updates<br>02:12 Google's Personal Intelligence Expansion<br>04:03 Pentagon Building Anthropic Alternatives<br>06:01 Mistral Forage Launches for Enterprise AI<br>07:40 BuzzFeed's AI Content Experiment<br>08:40 US Senators Call for SeedDance Shutdown<br><br><br> <div><b>Links</b></div><div><span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 70+ AI Models for $8.99 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.

March 17, 202614:46
Meta to Layoff 20%, AI Cured Dogs Cancer, Nvidia's New Chip

Meta to Layoff 20%, AI Cured Dogs Cancer, Nvidia's New Chip

FULL

In this episode, we discuss significant AI-related news, including a personalized cancer vaccine developed with AI tools for a dog, NVIDIA's upcoming AI chip reveal, and OpenAI's major enterprise venture. We also cover Meta's potential large-scale layoffs to fund its ambitious AI spending, highlighting a broader trend of workforce restructuring across the tech industry driven by AI.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Top AI News Today<br>01:42 AI-Driven Cancer Vaccine for Dog<br>04:18 NVIDIA's Next AI Chip Reveal<br>05:05 OpenAI's $10B Enterprise AI Venture<br>07:26 Meta's AI-Driven Layoffs<br>12:11 The AI Era is Here<br><br><br> <div><b>Links</b></div><div><span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $8.99 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.

March 16, 202613:25
NanoClaw Creator Lands Docker Deal After Six Weeks

NanoClaw Creator Lands Docker Deal After Six Weeks

FULL

In this episode, we explore the incredible rise of NanoClaw, an open-source AI agent tool created by Gavriel Cohen in just 48 hours. We cover how it went viral, attracted major attention from AI researchers, and eventually led to a significant partnership with Docker.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 NanoClaw's Meteoric Rise<br>01:44 From Side Project to Viral Sensation<br>03:39 The Problem with OpenClaw and NanoClaw's Solution<br>08:27 NanoCo's Future Business Model<br><br><br> <div><b>Links</b></div><div><span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $8.99 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.

March 13, 202610:36
AI App Crisis, OpenAI Does Math, Big Nvidia Deal

AI App Crisis, OpenAI Does Math, Big Nvidia Deal

FULL

In this episode, we explore the challenges AI-powered apps face with long-term user retention, analyze ChatGPT's new interactive visual explanations for math and science, and discuss Thinking Machine Labs' massive computing deal with Nvidia.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 Introduction &amp; Birthday Shoutout<br>01:36 AI App Retention Struggles<br>12:04 ChatGPT's Interactive Visuals<br>14:21 Thinking Machine Labs x Nvidia Deal<br>16:49 Industry Trends and Future<br><br><br> <div><b>Links</b></div><div><span><ul><li><p><span>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $8.99 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.

March 11, 202618:13