Podcastify your work with NotebookLM
Download MP3We are back with a jam-packed episode, kicking things off with everything from childhood gaming nostalgia (Oblivion, anyone?) to Brad's very exclusive Breakeven Brothers merch (bidding starts high, apparently!). But things get serious (and seriously exciting) as they dive into Brad's adventures at the DeepDishSwift iOS conference in Chicago, revealing how AI is no longer just a buzzword but a full-blown movement shaking up the Apple developer world. Plus, Ben unveils his brand-new, brilliantly named newsletter, "Augmentic Accounting," aimed at giving accountants an AI-powered edge – you won't want to miss the origin story!
The brothers then tackle the big tech headlines, from OpenAI's latest multi-billion dollar shopping spree to Duolingo's bold (and controversial!) AI manifesto that has everyone talking and some even ditching their streaks. But the real star of this episode might just be a game-changing Google tool called NotebookLM. Bradley and Bennett share their firsthand experiences transforming dense docs, research, and even code into... well, you'll have to listen to find out how they're making information digestion downright fun and surprisingly podcast-like! They explore its clever features, potential workplace revolutions, and why it might become your new favorite productivity hack. Tune in for all this, their takes on AI's evolving (and sometimes overly agreeable) personality, and a look at what it all means for the future of our jobs!
Links:
- NotebookLM
- ConvertKit (Kit)
- Duolingo AI Manifesto
- Shopify AI Manifest
- Windsurf
- OpenAI GPT-4o Sycophancy Post Mortem
- Will software jobs be the first to be displaced by AI?
- HackerNews comment on original Windsurf launch
The brothers then tackle the big tech headlines, from OpenAI's latest multi-billion dollar shopping spree to Duolingo's bold (and controversial!) AI manifesto that has everyone talking and some even ditching their streaks. But the real star of this episode might just be a game-changing Google tool called NotebookLM. Bradley and Bennett share their firsthand experiences transforming dense docs, research, and even code into... well, you'll have to listen to find out how they're making information digestion downright fun and surprisingly podcast-like! They explore its clever features, potential workplace revolutions, and why it might become your new favorite productivity hack. Tune in for all this, their takes on AI's evolving (and sometimes overly agreeable) personality, and a look at what it all means for the future of our jobs!
- (00:00) - Introduction and Personal Updates
- (03:09) - AI Trends in Development Conferences
- (06:06) - Launching Augmentic Accounting Newsletter
- (09:00) - Navigating AI Tools and Skill Development
- (12:05) - The Importance of Human Connection in an AI World
- (15:03) - AI in Hiring and Performance Reviews
- (17:55) - OpenAI's Acquisition Rumors and Windsurf
- (21:06) - Apple App Store Changes and Developer Impact
- (23:58) - Exploring Notebook LLM
- (25:15) - Exploring Notebook LM Features
- (29:14) - Engaging with Audio Content
- (33:44) - Knowledge Sharing and Onboarding
- (36:30) - The Future of Audio in the Workplace
- (40:40) - Context Management in AI Tools
- (46:05) - OpenAI's Recent Developments
- (51:25) - The Impact of AI on Software Engineering
Links:
- NotebookLM
- ConvertKit (Kit)
- Duolingo AI Manifesto
- Shopify AI Manifest
- Windsurf
- OpenAI GPT-4o Sycophancy Post Mortem
- Will software jobs be the first to be displaced by AI?
- HackerNews comment on original Windsurf launch
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Creators and Guests
Host
Bennett Bernard
Mortgage Accounting & Finance at Zillow. Tweets about Mortgage Banking and random thoughts. My views are my own and have not been reviewed/approved by Zillow
Host
Bradley Bernard
Coder, builder, mobile app developer, & aspiring creator. Software Engineer at @Snap working on the iOS app. Views expressed are my own.
