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Behind every innovation is a new kind of power. TechStuff unpacks how technology reshapes influence, creativity, and control, from Silicon Valley’s rising moguls to the cultural forces they create. Because tech is the new religion, economy, and entertainment, all at once.
Each week, Oz Woloshyn and the brightest minds covering tech dig into the weird, funny, and sometimes unsettling ways technology, AI, and the internet shape our daily lives. From AI and social media to privacy, digital burnout, and the creator economy, they ask how all this innovation is changing who we are, how we work, love, and make meaning.
Smart talk, strange stories, and the questions everyone’s Googling: whether AI will replace us, how social media is affecting our kids, and what it all says about us.
Get in touch here: techstuffpodcast@gmail.com
Each week, Oz Woloshyn and the brightest minds covering tech dig into the weird, funny, and sometimes unsettling ways technology, AI, and the internet shape our daily lives. From AI and social media to privacy, digital burnout, and the creator economy, they ask how all this innovation is changing who we are, how we work, love, and make meaning.
Smart talk, strange stories, and the questions everyone’s Googling: whether AI will replace us, how social media is affecting our kids, and what it all says about us.
Get in touch here: techstuffpodcast@gmail.com
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Dec 26, 2025 • 37min
TechStuff Redux: Will NVIDIA Save or Ruin The World?
Stephen Witt, an insightful author and journalist known for his contributions to The New Yorker, dives deep into the world of NVIDIA, the titan of chip-making. He reveals how NVIDIA's GPUs revolutionized AI, discusses the secretive nature of data centers, and critiques potential risks surrounding AI advancements. Witt also profiles Jensen Huang’s intense leadership style, explores threats to NVIDIA's dominance, and warns of the catastrophic implications if AI systems misinterpret directives. An eye-opening conversation on technology's powerful impact!
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Dec 24, 2025 • 26min
The Year in Brainrot
Dive into the wild world of 2025's internet obsessions! From a mustard collector's quirky TikTok to the rise of vertical shorts, the hosts explore niche joys and meme culture. They analyze AI's role in celebrity portrayals and the plastic surgery trends sweeping social media. With discussions on TikTok's addictiveness versus its community value, you’ll discover how these platforms shape our reality. Plus, the hilarity of Wicked memes steals the spotlight!
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Dec 19, 2025 • 28min
Happy Gadget Season To All Who Celebrate!
In this engaging conversation, Kyle Chayka, an Internet-culture columnist for The New Yorker and author of "Filterworld: How Algorithms Flattened Culture," dives into his quirky gadget gift guide. He champions the return of analog products, sharing his love for books as thoughtful gifts. Kyle also showcases trendy e-ink devices, anti-tech tools to reclaim time, and the delightful world of vintage-style digital cameras. From playful gadgets to retro gaming nostalgia, he highlights how these items blend fun with meaningful tech experiences.
Dec 17, 2025 • 29min
The Story: Will Nuclear Fusion Save the World?
Alex Creely, a scientist and engineer at Commonwealth Fusion Systems, discusses the exciting advancements in nuclear fusion and its commercialization timeline. Gabriela Hearst, a fashion designer and sustainability advocate, explains her unique journey to promote fusion through a runway show. They explore how fusion could transform the energy landscape by potentially replacing fossil fuels and addressing public misconceptions. With ambitious goals for the early 2030s, they reflect on fusion's role in fostering a cleaner, more sustainable future.
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Dec 12, 2025 • 32min
Week In Tech: Would You Rather Live in a World with No Privacy or No Crime?
The podcast dives into the controversial use of AI to monitor inmate phone calls for crime prevention. It questions the ethics of sacrificing privacy for security in society. The hosts also discuss the pharmaceutical landscape and why AI has yet to produce groundbreaking drugs, with the spotlight on potential shifts in drug development from China. Additionally, there's buzz about the rise of a self-made billionaire in the tech space and a quirky segment on a company selling giant blueberries. Lastly, a geopolitical deepfake incident raises eyebrows.
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Dec 10, 2025 • 25min
The Story: The Death of Dining In
Ellen Cushing, a staff writer at The Atlantic, dives into the transformation of dining culture driven by delivery apps. She explores how these platforms have changed our perception of food and dining, drawing parallels to the decline of movie theaters. Ellen discusses early delivery practices, the influence of venture capital, and how the pandemic accelerated the shift to takeout. She highlights challenges for restaurants, the economics for drivers, and warns that dining out may become a rare treat rather than a daily norm.
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Dec 5, 2025 • 34min
Week in Tech: Should Tech Bros Dim the Sun?
Is unplugging from technology the new luxury? Explore the controversial world of solar geoengineering aimed at 'dimming the sun' and the ethical dilemmas surrounding it. Delve into the surprising concept of ‘LinkedIn Face’ and how AI is marketing authenticity. Discover the quirky invention of Japan's human washing machine and the complex inheritance claims sparked by 23andMe. Finally, celebrate ChatGPT's third birthday while discussing its competition and future challenges with industry experts.
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Dec 3, 2025 • 28min
The Story: Will AI Agents Build a Unicorn?
Journalist Evan Ratliff, known for his work on Shell Game, and Stanford tech advisor Maty Bohacek dive into the fascinating world of AI agents. They explore the ambitious experiment of running a company with five AI employees. Discover how these agents inadvertently created personas and even fabricated accomplishments. Amid amusing tales, they address the risks of autonomous AI – including hallucinations and unexpected bias. Ratliff and Bohacek ponder whether a one-human, billion-dollar business is within reach, raising profound questions about the future of AI.
Nov 28, 2025 • 34min
Shell Game: Minimum Viable Company
Join Kyle Law, a serial entrepreneur AI cofounder, and Megan Flores, a product marketing expert AI cofounder, as they dive into the challenges of launching a startup powered by AI agents. They explore the concept of agentic AI and its implications in entrepreneurship. With insights from Matty Bohacek, a Stanford student and AI researcher, they tackle the importance of memory systems for their AI collaborators. Watch as they brainstorm company names and navigate the reality of promises versus capabilities, all while trying to make AI truly effective in a start-up setting.
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Nov 26, 2025 • 33min
The Story: What Does the Future of War Look Like?
Join Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Dexter Filkins as he explores the intricate evolution of warfare. He discusses Ukraine's innovative use of drones and its implications for future conflicts. Delve into how AI is revolutionizing targeting in Israel’s military operations. Filkins reveals insights into the rapid development of defense tech by companies like Anduril, contrasting it with traditional Pentagon procurement. Plus, he reflects on Taiwan's pivotal role in global strategic tensions and the challenging road to fully autonomous weapons.
