Best Project Flux Podcasts (2025)

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THE HIGHLIGHTS - The 4 Super Skills That Will Save Your Career from AI 8:53

2d ago8:53

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Send us a text Summary In this episode of Project Flux, host James Garner welcomes back Anthony Slumbers, a thought leader in generative AI for real estate. The conversation explores the critical role of human thinking in the age of AI, the merging of human intelligence with technology, and the potential of AI as a superpower across various fields.…

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The 4 Super Skills That Will Save Your Career from AI 52:10

4d ago52:10

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Send us a text Summary In this conversation, James Garner and Antony Slumbers discuss the profound impact of AI on individuals and the workforce. They explore how individuals can future-proof themselves in a rapidly changing job market, emphasizing the importance of critical thinking, problem-solving, and human skills. The discussion also touches o…

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The Weekly Pulse - The Power of AI Models 27:30

6d ago27:30

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Send us a text In this episode of the Project Flux podcast, we discuss various topics surrounding AI advancements, including reflections on the recent Easter weekend, the implications of new AI models, power consumption concerns, and the importance of understanding AI benchmarks. They delve into the capabilities of Gemini's image segmentation and t…

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Why AI Models Are Choking — And How to Fix It 46:02

11d ago46:02

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Send us a text In this episode of the Project Flux podcast, we speak with JB Baker, the VP of Marketing and Product Management at ScaleFlux, about the critical role of storage in AI infrastructure. They discuss the importance of efficient data pipelines, the challenges posed by the memory wall, and the revolutionary concept of computational storage…

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Economic Chaos, by Design: Why economic instability is a feature, not a bug, of Trump-era policy 32:51

13d ago32:51

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Tariffs, Tax Cuts & the Corporate Scam Economy In this episode of The Electorette, host Jen Taylor-Skinner sits down with Lindsay Owens, Executive Director of Groundwork Collaborative, to dissect the chaos of Trump’s economic policies—and the hidden logic behind them. From erratic tariff announcements to the looming extension of the 2017 tax cuts f…

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The Weekly Pulse - Exploring GPT 4.1 and Its Impact 32:29

13d ago32:29

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Send us a text In this episode of The Weekly Pulse, James and Yoshi discuss the latest advancements in AI technology, including the release of GPT 4.1, OpenAI's new memory features, and the competitive landscape of AI development in China and India. They also delve into the implications of Anthropic's Chain of Thought study and Google's latest inno…

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Is Your Project Set Up to Fail? Alexander Budzier on the Truth About Delivery 48:52

18d ago48:52

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Send us a text In this episode of the Project Flux podcast, we interview Alexander Budzier, a fellow in management practice at the University of Oxford. They discuss the critical aspects of project management, particularly the reasons behind project failures and the potential of AI to enhance project delivery. Budzier shares insights from his exten…

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The Weekly Pulse - Exploring AGI Safety with DeepMind 34:12

20d ago34:12

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Send us a text In this episode of the weekly pulse, James and Yoshi discuss the latest developments in artificial intelligence, focusing on DeepMind's AGI safety strategy, the implications of Meta's Llama 4 model, and the rise of AI agents like Manus. They explore the systemic risks associated with AGI, the importance of collaboration between tradi…

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The Digital Green Book: Fighting Disinformation and Reclaiming Our Digital Power 26:17

21d ago26:17

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What happens when disinformation meets cutting-edge AI—and Black communities are caught in the crosshairs? In this powerful episode of The Electorette, host Jen Taylor-Skinner speaks with Esosa Osa, Founder and CEO of Onyx Impact, about the alarming rise in AI-generated political disinformation targeting Black voters. Together, they unpack how misi…

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AI Will Change Your Role - Here's How to Stay Relevant with Lindsay Scott 46:25

25d ago46:25

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Send us a text In this episode of the Project Flux podcast, we speak with Lindsay Scott, co-founder of House of PMO, about the evolving role of PMOs in project management, the impact of AI, and the importance of data literacy. We discuss the professionalisation of PMOs, the need for curiosity and adaptability in the face of technological change, an…

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The Weekly Pulse : AI generated art shows us culture. 32:47

27d ago32:47

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Send us a text In this episode of Project Flux, James and Yoshi celebrate Yoshi's birthday and reflect on the past year of their podcast. They discuss the advancements in AI, particularly in image generation, and the controversies surrounding AI art. The conversation shifts to the competitive landscape of AI tools, including Google's Gemini, and th…

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Power, Politics & the Grid: Kate Gordon on America’s Energy Crossroads 44:43

28d ago44:43

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What if the clean energy revolution isn’t coming—it’s already here, quietly reshaping global power, American manufacturing, and the way we heat our homes? In this episode of The Electorette, host Jen Taylor-Skinner sits down with energy policy expert Kate Gordon to unpack the largest climate investment in U.S. history—and why most Americans barely …

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The ‘cancel culture’ myth was always about censoring the center-to-left 1:01:50

1M ago1:01:50

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Episode Summary For decades, the American far-right has been screeching constantly that its activists and politicians are being censored by “cancel culture.” It’s nonsense, of course, because almost invariably everyone who supposed canceled ends up with a huge media following and a very profitable victim narrative. But the lies about mass censors…

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The Industry That Hired All the Wrong People for the AI Age - Alan Mosca from nPlan 1:02:27

1M ago1:02:27

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Send us a text In this episode of the Project Flux podcast, hosts James and Yoshi welcomes Alan Mosca, CTO of Nplan, for an in-depth discussion on the current state and future of AI, particularly in project management and construction. They explore the impatience surrounding AI adoption, the misconceptions about AI capabilities, and the importance …

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Special Coverage: Is Dr. Oz Qualified to Lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services? A Conversation with Nourbese Flint 18:50

1M ago18:50

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The Senate Finance Committee just advanced the nomination of Dr. Mehmet Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), bringing his confirmation one step closer to reality. In this bonus episode, Jen Taylor-Skinner is joined by Nourbese Flint, president of All* Above All, for a critical conversation about what’s at stake. CMS over…

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The Weekly Pulse - Claude's Real-Time Search: A Game Changer 33:33

1M ago33:33

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Send us a text In this episode of the Weekly Pulse, Yoshi and James discuss James's recent holiday and his return to the world of AI and technology. They delve into the latest advancements in AI, particularly focusing on Claude's new real-time web search capabilities and Anthropic's innovative features. The conversation shifts to NVIDIA's significa…

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Revolutionising Cost Management: AI, Digital Twins & the Future of QS 44:45

1M ago44:45

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Send us a text In this episode of the Project Flux podcast, James and Yoshi speaks with Dr. Bola Abisogun and Patrick King about the transformative impact of AI and digital twins on the construction industry. They discuss the challenges of innovation, the role of quantity surveyors, and the importance of real-time data in project management. The co…

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What Does Rural America Want? A Conversation with Sarah Jaynes of the Rural Democracy Initiative 39:50

1M ago39:50

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How can we combat disinformation in rural communities and empower voters with accurate information? In this episode, host Jen Taylor-Skinner sits down with Sarah Jaynes, Executive Director of the Rural Democracy Initiative, to explore how grassroots efforts, local media, and community influencers are pushing back against misinformation and mobilizi…

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The Weekly Pulse : Project Flux - New Developments and Updates 27:51

1M ago27:51

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Send us a text In this episode of the Weekly Pulse, hosts James and Yoshi discuss their recent in-person podcast experience, updates on Project Flux, and the latest developments in AI technology. They explore the significance of new tools from OpenAI, the rise of cost-effective AI models, and the implications of local AI models for security. The co…

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Automate, Delegate, Eliminate: How to Take Back Your Time with William Christensen 48:13

2M ago48:13

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Send us a text In this conversation, Will Christensen discusses the importance of automation, delegation, and the role of AI in enhancing productivity and efficiency in business. He shares his personal journey from manual tasks to automation, emphasising the need to invest time in learning automation tools. The discussion also covers the concept of…

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Weekly Pulse - Navigating AI Innovations at Microsoft 35:53

2M ago35:53

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Send us a text In this episode of Project Flux Weekly Pulse, James Garner and Yoshi Soornack discuss their experiences at the Microsoft AI Open Day, highlighting the challenges of naming conventions in AI products and the potential of Microsoft's Copilot. They also explore Mistral's new OCR technology, which aims to improve document processing accu…

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Rodeo + Audio Flux 10:37

2M ago10:37

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An Audio Flux work by Dennis Gaens and a visit from John and Julie. Visit audioflux.org for info on how to submit your own Audio Flux work

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90% of Construction Workflows Are About to Be Automated—Are You Ready? 44:00

2M ago44:00

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Send us a text In this episode of the Project Flux podcast, host James Garner speaks with Owen Drury, co-founder of Bricks and Bytes podcast and founder of ODQS. They discuss Owen's transition from a career in quantity surveying to podcasting, the insights gained from various guests, and the impact of AI on the construction industry. The conversati…

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The Weekly Pulse - GPT-4.5: A Game Changer in AI Technology 28:12

2M ago28:12

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Send us a text In this episode of The Weekly Pulse from Project Flux, James Garner and Yoshi Soornack discuss the latest developments in AI, including the release of GPT-4.5, the evolution of AI models, and the impact of AI on software development and robotics. They explore the implications of these advancements for users and the ethical considerat…

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She Waited 20 Hours for Care—The Abortion Ban Cost Her Life | Amber Thurman's Mother Speaks Out 43:56

2M ago43:56

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Amber Nicole Thurman was a 28-year-old medical assistant, devoted mother from Georgia, and one of the first women to die following the Dobbs decision. In August 2022, she sought a medication abortion due to an unplanned pregnancy. Following the procedure, she experienced severe complications, including a grave infection. Despite her critical condit…

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AI & BIM: The Data-Driven Future of Construction with Cristina Sánchez Jiménez 32:44

2M ago32:44

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Send us a text In this episode of the Project Flux podcast, host James Garner speaks with Cristina Sanchez- Jimenez, a BIM manager and digital engineer at LendLease. They discuss Christina's transition from traditional architecture to a data-driven approach in construction, the insights gained from her data apprenticeship, and her experiments with …

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The Weekly Pulse - Quantum Computing Breakthroughs: A New Era of Technology 21:17

2M ago21:17

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Send us a text Summary In this episode of the Project Flux podcast, hosts James Garner and Yoshi Soornack discuss significant changes to the podcast format, focusing on the integration of AI and robotics, breakthroughs in quantum computing, and the implications of Elon Musk's Grok AI model. They explore how these advancements are shaping the future…

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The SAVE Act: The Biggest Voter Suppression Bill in U.S. History? | A Deep Dive with Eliza Sweren-Becker from the Brennan Center for Justice 29:47

2M ago29:47

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Congressional Republicans have fast-tracked the SAVE Act (Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act)—legislation that could disenfranchise tens of millions of American voters by imposing strict new citizenship verification requirements. Is this bill really about election integrity, or is it an unprecedented voter suppression effort? Host Jen Taylor-…

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Transforming Postpartum Care: Addressing America's Maternal Health Crisis | Natalie Davis of United States of Care 37:12

2M ago37:12

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Natalie Davis, CEO of United States of Care, joins The Electorette host Jen Taylor-Skinner to examine the critical postpartum care crisis in the United States. Despite being a high-income nation, America’s maternal mortality rates highlight significant gaps in postpartum support. Davis discusses The 100 Weeks Project, a groundbreaking initiative de…

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AI, Tough Decisions & The Future of Work—With Nicola Benjamin 1:11:17

2M ago1:11:17

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Send us a text Summary In this engaging conversation, James Garner, Yoshi Soornack, and Nicola Benjamin explore the evolving landscape of project management, particularly in relation to AI. They discuss the challenges and opportunities that come with leadership, the importance of emotional intelligence, and the need for a community in project manag…

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The NAACP’s Fight for Democracy: Patrice Willoughby on 2024, Project 2025 & Black Voter Power 43:37

2M ago43:37

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For over a century, the NAACP has been a driving force in the fight for civil rights, shaping American democracy through groundbreaking legal victories, grassroots activism, and political advocacy. From dismantling segregation in Brown v. Board of Education to championing the Civil Rights and Voting Rights Acts, the NAACP’s impact is undeniable. An…

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'It’s the People, Stupid’ – Dr Ronald Dyer on Why AI Alone Can’t Fix Projects 1:13:17

3M ago1:13:17

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Send us a text Summary In this conversation, Ronald Dyer shares his journey from a tech enthusiast to a prominent figure in academia, discussing the evolution of technology, AI, and its implications for project management and society. He emphasises the importance of critical thinking, the cultural shifts needed in project management, and the potent…

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Liberalism’s epistemic crisis enabled Donald Trump’s victories 1:04:55

3M ago1:04:55

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Episode Summary Donald Trump is now once again the president of the United States, but his victory in 2024 was more than just a victory for himself or the Republican Party, it actually is part of a larger advancement that is happening across many different countries around the globe for right-wing reactionary parties who are sometimes incorrectly …

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Will Texas Ever Turn Blue? Brianna Brown of the Texas Organizing Project Discusses the Power of Black & Latino Coalitions 44:57

3M ago44:57

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Is it possible to turn Texas Blue? Especially considering the large Latino, and Black voters in the state who share political interests like climate justice, housing justice, and immigration reform. Brianna Brown of the Texas Organizing Project, or TOP, joins Jen Taylor-Skinner, on The Electorette, to discuss how they are using collective organizin…

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Project Managers, Meet Your New AI Co-Pilot 1:06:14

3M ago1:06:14

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Send us a text In this conversation, James and Yoshi are joined by Dale Foong of Movar and the host of Project Chatter podcast - they discuss the significant shifts driven by AI in project management, the complexities of agentic workflows, and the ethical considerations surrounding AI safety. They explore generational shifts in technology adoption,…

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Trump’s looming attack on higher education 1:12:06

3M ago1:12:06

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Episode Summary The second term of Donald Trump has officially begun, but despite all the things he’s unveiled in the past several weeks, we don’t know fully what his policies are going to be over the next four years. That is in part because Trump himself is a very erratic figure who says things that are nonsensical, even by his own standards. Whil…

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AI as Your Thought Partner: Transforming Leadership with Geoff Woods 1:15:29

3M ago1:15:29

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Send us a text In this conversation, Yoshi and James welcome Geoff Woods, author of The AI Driven Leader and they explore the transformative role of AI in leadership and business strategy. They discuss the evolution of AI models, the importance of harnessing AI as a thought partner, and the impact of AI on traditional industries. The conversation a…

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Can We Stop the Gun Violence Crisis Even With a Legislative Gridlock? 58:27

3M ago58:27

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The gun violence crisis in America has shown little signs of slowing, and even though most Americans are desperate to stop the violence, congressional gridlock prevents us from making progress. Guns Down America—an organization focused on building a future with fewer guns, weakening the gun industry, and building political and cultural support for …

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Trump won’t deliver for voters, but do Democrats actually want to defeat him? 1:04:53

3M ago1:04:53

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Episode Summary As Donald Trump’s second presidential administration takes shape with a host of controversial and unpopular executive orders and numerous unqualified and bizarre nominees like Fox News weekend host Pete Hegseth, it raises the question, is this what his voters asked for? That question is actually a lot more difficult to answer than i…

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Revolutionising Construction with AI for Modern Projects - Alastair Blenkin - CEO of ProcurePro 1:01:01

3M ago1:01:01

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Send us a text Summary In this episode, Alastair Blenkin discusses the transformative role of AI in the construction industry, particularly through his product, Procure Pro. The conversation explores the challenges and opportunities presented by technology adoption in construction, the importance of understanding human cognition in relation to AI, …

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Enjoying the doing with David Lynch 9:47

3M ago9:47

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“I believe life is a continuum, and that no one really dies, they just drop their physical body and we’ll all meet again, like the song says. It’s sad but it’s not devastating if you think like that… We’re all going to be fine at the end of the story.” -David Lynch

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AI Power Shift: Can the UK Lead the Next Innovation Wave? 33:11

3M ago33:11

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Send us a text Summary In this episode of Project Flux, the hosts discuss significant developments in AI, including the UK government's AI action plan, highlights from the CES show, and insights from the World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs report. They explore the implications of these advancements for the economy, public services, and the future…

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AI Showdown: Will China or the US Dominate the Future of Artificial Intelligence? 36:32

4M ago36:32

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Send us a text In this episode of the Project Flux podcast, hosts James Garner and Yoshi Soornack and guest Dave Officer discuss the current landscape of AI, focusing on the competition between the US and China, the implications of safety and ethical considerations in AI development, and the recent controversy surrounding OpenAI's privacy promises.…

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Flux Forward - Project Flux Predicts the AI Innovations of 2025 40:54

4M ago40:54

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Send us a text In this episode of the Project Flux podcast, we discuss our predictions for AI in 2025. We explore the rise of large AI models, the shift towards smaller specialised models, and the emergence of agentic workflows. The conversation also covers advancements in memory and attention, the future of robotic AI, and the adoption of generati…

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Project Flux Boxing Day Special: Unveiling OpenAI's O3 Model 19:35

4M ago19:35

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Send us a text In this Christmas special episode of the Project Flux podcast, hosts James Garner and Yoshi Soornack discuss the recent unveiling of OpenAI's O3 model, which is touted as the most powerful language model to date. They delve into its performance benchmarks, the ongoing debate about its classification as AGI, and the implications for p…

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中国之声 9:12

4M ago9:12

9:12

Some far east sounds.

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One of the biggest reasons there is no left-wing Joe Rogan: Democrats lost interest in debate and persuasion 1:08:07

4M ago1:08:07

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Episode Summary Following her recent electoral defeat, many people have questioned why Kamala Harris didn't go on to the podcast of Joe Rogan, the standup comedian and sports commentator who has the number-one podcast in the world. For the record, Harris’s former advisers have said that they tried to coordinate a time with Rogan, but they very obvi…

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Project Flux Christmas Special - 2024 AI Roundup! 53:13

4M ago53:13

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Send us a text Summary In this conversation, James Garner and Yoshi Soornack discuss the latest advancements in AI and quantum computing, focusing on Google's new Willow chip and Gemini 2.0. They explore the implications of these technologies for project management and the future of AI, including insights from OpenAI's co-founder Ilya Sutskever. Th…

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The Future of Project Management with AI | David Belshaw - Rolls Royce 58:09

5M ago58:09

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Send us a text In this episode of the Project Flux podcast, we speak with David Belshaw from Rolls Royce about the integration of AI and data analytics in project management. We discuss David's journey from mechanical engineering to project management, the importance of collaboration through the Project Data Analytics Coalition, and the transformat…

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Local political ecosystems are vital to protecting democracy nationally 1:04:48

5M ago1:04:48

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Episode Summary Kamala Harris’s loss to Donald Trump came as a huge surprise to many Democratic Party loyalists, especially since Republicans had a number of serious defeats in elections in 2018 and in 2022, and abortion rights ballot initiatives prevailed in every state where the public had voted on them since the Republican Supreme Court overturn…

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