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Is AI about to transform the world… gently? Sam Altman says yes, but are we being lulled into complacency while the real risks go unchallenged? Startups everywhere are rushing to embed AI into their workflows, but few understand just how flawed that human-AI interaction can be. From broken prompting to…

What if your next startup competitor doesn’t have a single employee? AI agents aren’t just another software trend — they’re redefining the interface between humans, data, and execution, yet many founders still confuse basic chatbots with the true potential of these agents. In this episode, Chris and Yaniv are joined…

What makes a consumer AI startup fundable in 2025? Andreessen Horowitz just dropped their playbook, and we’re breaking it down. In this episode, Chris and Yaniv react to Justine Moore’s viral post and podcast from a16z on what matters most: tokens-as-oil, product velocity, PLG-led enterprise expansion, and why business models…

Apple’s new research paper, The Illusion of Thinking, argues that large language models (LLMs) can’t truly reason. But is this thoughtful caution or just corporate bias? Chris and Yaniv dissect the research, explore why Apple keeps publishing skeptical AI papers, and debate what it reveals about the limits of today's…

Elon Musk and Donald Trump just ended their long-running alliance in a flurry of public attacks. But this isn’t just political theatre, it’s a major shift in the MAGA-Silicon Valley axis. In this episode, we unpack how this feud affects David Sacks, Emil Michael, and the broader right-wing tech bro…

Ukraine just launched a $10B strike deep inside Russian territory using AI-powered drones smuggled in on trucks. This isn’t science fiction; it’s a clear signal that warfare is being rewritten in real time. Chris and Yaniv explore what this means for the military-industrial complex, how consumer-grade tech is disrupting national…

Apple's WWDC 2025 keynote skipped the AI revolution, and said a lot in the silence. Siri’s revamp was delayed (again), but Apple quietly shipped updates across iOS, iPadOS, and MacOS that signal a company recalibrating. From ChatGPT integrations to the controversial “liquid glass” design language, is Apple finally getting serious…

Apple’s WWDC 2025 keynote revealed a lot – just not what you’d expect. Siri’s long-awaited AI upgrade was quietly delayed, and instead Apple rolled out a grab bag of long-overdue features, flashy design updates, and deep ChatGPT integrations. Is this a bold product reset, or proof that Apple is falling…

[Editor's note: This episode has been re-uploaded to correct a video export error.] Are you building a startup strategy—or just making it look like you have one? Too many founders mistake polished slide decks for actual strategic thinking, leading to misalignment, wasted resources, and failed products. In this episode, Yaniv…

Can consumer tech like Facebook and Oculus really help win wars? As governments get serious about AI and startups, Silicon Valley is being dragged—sometimes unwillingly—into the global military and geopolitical game. In this episode, Chris Saad and Yaniv Bernstein unpack how Meta is teaming up with Anduril—the military tech startup…

90% of college students are using ChatGPT for school assignments, but are they actually learning? In this clip, Chris and Yaniv explore how students are outsourcing problem solving and critical thinking to AI tools like ChatGPT, and why this poses a bigger threat to education than cheating alone. They break…

Are you building a startup strategy—or just making it look like you have one? Too many founders mistake polished slide decks for actual strategic thinking, leading to misalignment, wasted resources, and failed products. In this episode, Yaniv Bernstein and Chris Saad are joined by Marcelo Calbucci, former Amazon director and…

OpenAI just gave Jony Ive $6 billion in equity, with no product on the table – but this could be a marketing masterstroke. In this clip, Chris and Yaniv break down why this all-stock deal might be the boldest “acquihire” in tech history. They explain why Jony Ive is being…

Airbnb’s latest move? A full-blown expansion into services. From booking a cleaner to hiring a chef, the company is positioning itself as the “everything app” for local services—not just travel. But can Airbnb pull this off without diluting its brand or running into operational chaos? In this clip, Yaniv and…

What does it mean when OpenAI gives away $6 billion worth of equity just to bring one man on board? In a world where design, brand, and user experience could determine AI dominance, are startups undervaluing human-centered thinking? In this episode, Chris and Yaniv unpack OpenAI’s jaw-dropping acquisition of Jony…

Google just revealed its biggest AI overhaul ever at I/O 2025, and in this clip, Chris and Yaniv break down what matters. From Gemini Live’s real-time multimodal assistant, to AI Mode in Search, personalized Gmail Smart Replies, live translation, and Android-powered smart glasses, the tech giant is integrating AI across…

Is Google staging the biggest comeback in tech history? Or are we just getting swept up in the hype? Founders often underestimate just how fast platform shifts change the rules of the game, and Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI are rewriting the rulebook in real time. In this episode, Yaniv Bernstein…

Y Combinator just revealed the startups it actually wants to fund—and it’s a wake-up call for founders. From full-stack AI disruptors to tools for non-technical builders, this list signals where the next billion-dollar companies will emerge. In this clip, Chris, Yaniv and Amir break down YC’s top picks, explain why…