Best Speech Recognition Podcasts (2025)

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Carpinteria Update - 4/29/25 2:02

7h ago2:02

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Dennis Mitchell with Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from Carpinteria.For more, visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.By KCSB News

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OpenAI CEO Tackles AI Concerns, BlueFocus Aims for AI Marketing Dominance, NHS Trials AI Note-Taking Tool, Lightrun Secures 70M Series B, and more... 12:23

11h ago12:23

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OpenAI CEO Addresses Concerns Over ChatGPT's 'Sycophantic' Behavior and AI Manipulation Risks BlueFocus Targets Global AI Marketing Dominance with 15.55% Revenue Surge and New Strategies UK NHS Trials AI Note-Taking Tool to Revolutionize Patient Care and Reduce Bureaucracy Lightrun Secures $70M Series B to Revolutionize Real-Time Code Fixing with A…

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UC Student Workers Union Fights for Legal Recognition 7:07

21h ago7:07

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The UCSB Student Workers Union has been hosting meetings and reaching out to student employees to discuss workplace issues, while attempting to gain legal recognition as a union. KCSB's Annabelle Hurst talked to union organizer Anissa Carter about the organization.By KCSB News

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UCSB Professor Recognized for Bringing Black Linguistic Justice to the Classroom 6:46

21h ago6:46

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A UCSB professor has won the Conference of College Composition and Communication’s Richard Braddock Award for her work on bringing Black linguistic justice into the classroom. Dr. Michelle Petty says the article, which she co-authored, focuses on the research behind and the details of a website with guides for Black students to advocate for themsel…

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Santa Barbara Lights Up Green in Honor of Mental Health Awareness Month 5:42

21h ago5:42

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As Mental Health Awareness Month approaches in May, individuals are stressed now, especially with the state of the country. The Santa Barbara County Department of Behavioral Wellness is inviting people to light up their buildings green as a form of solidarity. KCSB News’ Alice Dehghanzadeh has more.By KCSB News

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BlueFocus Aims for AI Marketing Dominance, AI Transforms NHS Patient Care, Malaysia Unveils AI Mazu Statue, Nexxen Launches AI Adtech Platform, and more... 11:52

1d ago11:52

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(0:10): BlueFocus Eyes Global AI Marketing Dominance with 15% Revenue Surge and Strategic Expansion (2:52): AI Revolutionizes Patient Care in NHS with Successful Note-Taking Trials, Boosting Efficiency and Reducing Waiting Lists (5:15): World's First AI Mazu Statue Unveiled in Malaysia, Offering Digital Spiritual Guidance (7:05): Nexxen Unveils AI-…

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WhatsApp Sparks Privacy Debate, TSMC Unveils A14 Chips, OpenAI Launches GPT-Image-1, Motorola Launches Razr 2025, and more... 12:07

4d ago12:07

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(0:10): WhatsApp's New Privacy Feature Sparks Debate Over User Control and AI Integration (2:15): TSMC Unveils A14 Chips for 2028, Eyes AI Dominance Amidst Intel Rivalry (5:13): OpenAI's GPT-Image-1 Revolutionizes Image Generation with Major Tech Partnerships and Affordable Pricing (7:03): Motorola Unveils Razr 2025: Cutting-Edge Flip Phones with A…

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How Can the Community Salvage Its Gardens After the Eaton Fire? 8:44

5d ago8:44

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Since the devastating effects of urban infrastructure destruction in the wake of the Eaton fire on January 7th, the Army Corps of Engineers decided not to conduct soil testing but has been clearing 6 inches of topsoil from the burned areas as a precaution against ash that has landed on the soil. Only on April 11th, preliminary testing released by t…

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Wisconsin Law Poses Risk for Transgender People Seeking Name Change 2:28

5d ago2:28

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In the state of Wisconsin, those seeking to legally change their names must do so publicly; however the process poses a risk to transgender people who may face harassment due to the publicity. State Senators have introduced a bill that attempts to grant confidentiality to transgender people seeking a name change. KCSB’s Clarissa Hom has the story.…

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California Lobbying Hits Record of More Than Half a Billion in 2024 2:23

5d ago2:23

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According to CalMatters, lobbying spending in California surged to a record-high $540 million in 2024, a 10% increase from the year 2023. The rise was fueled by major players like Google, Chevron, and PacifiCorp. KCSB’s Eva Wang has the story.By KCSB News

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UCSB Moves Forward With Major Student Housing Project 2:27

5d ago2:27

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On April 10, the California Coastal Commission approved changes to UCSB's long range development plan, which will allow construction of San Benito student housing to start. The plan is to break ground this year. Here's the Santa Barbara Independent's Christina McDermott with this story.By KCSB News

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UCSB Students Call for Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day 2:39

5d ago2:39

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April 24th marks the anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. UCSB’s Armenian Student Association chanted and held signs outside of Storke Tower to raise awareness.By KCSB News

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UCSB's Spring Elections Are On Hold. What's Next? 1:47

5d ago1:47

1:47

All spring elections at UCSB have been halted following an injunction issued by the AS Judicial Council. KCSB's Joyce Chi has more.By KCSB News

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GPT-Image-1 Revolutionizes Creation, UAE Revolutionizes Law-Making with AI, AI Agents Transform Business Market, NVIDIA Unveils Blackwell Ultra, and more... 12:34

6d ago12:34

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(0:10): OpenAI's gpt-image-1 Revolutionizes Image Creation with Over 130M Users in First Week (2:24): UAE to Revolutionize Law-Making with AI, Raising Efficiency and Accountability Concerns (4:31): AI Agents Revolutionize Business: Market to Surge from $7.84B to $52.62B by 2030 (7:07): NVIDIA Unveils Game-Changing AI Innovations at GTC 2025, Launch…

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DOJ Investigates Google Samsung Deal, Insta360 Launches X5 8K Camera, Washington Post Partners with OpenAI, IMF Reports AI Economic Boost, and more... 11:37

6d ago11:37

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(0:10): DOJ Probes Google's AI Deal with Samsung Amid Antitrust Concerns (2:28): Insta360 Launches X5: 8K 360 Camera with AI-Enhancements and Extended Battery Life (4:55): The Washington Post Partners with OpenAI's ChatGPT to Boost News Accessibility and Engagement (6:56): IMF Report: AI to Boost Economy by 0.5% Annually, But Carbon Emissions Pose …

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Coming Soon: How to Fix the Internet Season Six 1:33

6d ago1:33

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Now more than ever, we need to build, reinforce, and protect the tools and technology that support our freedom. EFF’s How to Fix the Internet returns with another season full of forward-looking and hopeful conversations with the smartest and most creative leaders, activists, technologists, policy makers, and thinkers around. People who are working …

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Carpinteria Update - 4/22/25 2:05

7d ago2:05

2:05

Dennis Mitchell with Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from Carpinteria.For more, visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.By KCSB News

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Leidos Invests in AI Partnership, AI won't Impact Oscar Eligibility, Singapore Hosts SuperAI 2025, AI to Eradicate Diseases Soon, and more... 11:08

7d ago11:08

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(0:10): Leidos Invests $10M in AI Partnership with University of Pittsburgh to Revolutionize Disease Detection (2:11): AI in Film Won't Affect Oscar Eligibility, Academy Confirms Amid Rising Industry Concerns (4:26): Singapore Hosts SuperAI 2025: Asia's Largest AI Summit to Showcase Global Innovations (6:36): AI to Eradicate Diseases in a Decade, P…

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Public Invited to Give Input on Proposed Changes to Santa Barbara Bus Service 1:30

8d ago1:30

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Santa Barbara’s bus service is holding meetings to get feedback on the “Tap2Ride” payment system and to propose an addition to the UCSB Express line 24x and a new microbus service. The company’s aim is to speed up transit during rush hour. KCSB’s Devin Greer explains more on the possible changes to the Metropolitan Transit District.…

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The Implications of Trump’s Crackdown on Immigrants’ Free Speech 9:55

8d ago9:55

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ACLU Senior Staff Attorney Minju Cho talked to KCSB's Joyce Chi about how many major constitutional protections extend to everybody -- not just citizens -- and about the broader implications of the Trump administration's crackdown on free speech.Song credit: County Seat by Blue Dot SessionsBy KCSB News

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Whistleblower Reveals Information Regarding Potential DOGE Cyber Security Breach 3:24

8d ago3:24

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A whistleblower complaint claims that Elon Musk’s team of technologists may be responsible for a “significant cybersecurity breach”. In an affidavit, the whistleblower claims that DOGE staffers were given access into the National Labor Relations Board's system that houses sensitive case files as early as the beginning of March. KCSB's Emily Kimmel …

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Meta Enhances AI for Teen Safety, Leidos Partners with University for AI, Samsung Expands AI Appliances in India, AI Model Diagnoses ADHD Accurately, and more... 11:23

8d ago11:23

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(0:10): Meta Enhances Instagram AI to Protect Teens, Amid EU Probe and Criticism (2:15): Leidos Invests $10M in AI Partnership with University of Pittsburgh for Disease Detection Innovation (4:06): Samsung Expands AI Appliance Lineup in India with Multilingual Features and Energy-Saving Innovations (6:16): AI Model Achieves 96.9% Accuracy in ADHD D…

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Public Health Update - 4/21/25 2:08

8d ago2:08

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KCSB's Joyce Chi brings you the latest in public health news.By KCSB News

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UCSB Spring Elections Raise Questions of Electoral Integrity 6:32

11d ago6:32

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UCSB Associated Students elections are less than a week away. As the elections grow closer, students have raised concerns around how some AS senators have handled the elections process. KCSB’s Rosie Bultman and Joyce Chi have more.By KCSB News

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Virginia University Memorializes the Victim of a Stolen Heart 50 Years Later 3:44

11d ago3:44

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KCSB's Emerson Good reports on the new mural at Virginia Commonwealth University which honors the memory of Bruce Tucker, a victim of a nonconsensual heart transplant in the 1960s. A story of injustice and legacy, his medical mistreatment resonates deeply in a time when conversations about racial equity are more urgent than ever.…

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UCSB Bear Sighting 1:42

11d ago1:42

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Multiple reports of a black bear wandering around UCSB has prompted the university to notify its students through an emergency alert. The Santa Barbara Independent’s Christina McDermott has more.By KCSB News

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OpenAI Eyes $3 Billion Acquisition, Nigeria Leads AI Revolution, AI Revolutionizes App Security, Meta Blocks Apple AI Tools, and more... 11:16

11d ago11:16

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OpenAI Eyes $3 Billion Acquisition of AI Coding Tool Windsurf, Aims to Dominate Market GITEX Africa 2025: Nigeria Leads AI Revolution, Transforming Sectors and Driving Inclusive Growth AI Transforms App Security: Balancing Innovation with Oversight to Combat Emerging Cyber Threats Meta Blocks Apple AI Tools on iOS Apps Amid Ongoing Rivalry Anthropi…

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Labor & Activism Update - 4/17/25 1:57

12d ago1:57

1:57

KCSB's Emily Kimmel brings you the latest in labor & activism.By KCSB News

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Google Blocks 5.1 Billion Ads, xAI Launches Grok Studio, OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Image Library, AI Music Dominates on Deezer, and more... 10:55

12d ago10:55

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(0:10): Google Blocks 5.1 Billion Ads in 2024, Tackles AI-Powered Scams with Enhanced Tools (2:18): Elon Musk's xAI Launches Grok Studio: A New Interface for AI-Driven Productivity and Collaboration (4:36): OpenAI Unveils Image Library for ChatGPT, Enhancing User Experience Amid AI Art Boom (6:26): AI-Generated Music Surges to 18% on Deezer: A Doub…

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Politics Update - 4/16/25 1:58

13d ago1:58

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KCSB's Annabelle Hurst brings you the latest in political news.By KCSB News

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Apple Navigates AI Challenges, Anthropic Upgrades Claude AI Assistant, AI Bots Surge in Web Traffic, Adobe Boosts AI Video Innovation, and more... 11:40

14d ago11:40

11:40

(0:10): Apple's AI Evolution: Balancing Innovation and Privacy Amidst Challenges and Delays (2:06): Anthropic Unveils Claude AI Assistant Upgrades Amid Competitive AI Market Surge (4:22): AI-Driven Bad Bots Surge: 51% of Web Traffic Now Automated, Travel Sector Hit Hardest (6:31): Adobe Invests in Synthesia: Boosting AI Video Avatar Innovation Afte…

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Carpinteria Update - 4/15/25 2:00

14d ago2:00

2:00

Dennis Mitchell with Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from Carpinteria.For more, visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.By KCSB News

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Slopsquatting Exposes AI Vulnerabilities, AI-Media Launches LEXI Voice, Xaba Secures 6M for AI Revolution, Eviden Launches Serbia's AI Factory, and more... 12:20

14d ago12:20

12:20

(0:10): New Threat 'Slopsquatting' Exposes AI Software Supply Chain Vulnerabilities (2:48): AI-Media Unveils LEXI Voice: Revolutionizing Multilingual Broadcasts with AI-Powered Translation (4:53): Xaba Inc. Secures $6M to Revolutionize Industrial Automation with AI 'Synthetic Brains' (7:12): Eviden Secures €50M Deal to Launch Serbia's First Nationa…

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Monday Newscast Headlines - 4/14/25 4:55

15d ago4:55

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KCSB's Joyce Chi brings you the headlines in local, national, and international news from the Monday, April 7 Newscast.--Tonight's headlines were written by Annabelle Hurst and Joyce Chi.Photo description: The California Coastal Commission approves UCSB's proposed San Benito housing project. (Courtesy)…

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OISS Offers Recommendations and Resources for International UCSB Students 11:03

15d ago11:03

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It’s a troubling time for international students at U.S. universities. Not only are their campuses facing federal cuts, but many of them have been targeted for visa revocation and deportation, especially in relation to pro-Palestinian activism. To learn more about resources for international students at UCSB, KCSB’s Joyce Chi talked to Erik William…

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How Red Cards Help Immigrants Assert Legal Protections 1:51

15d ago1:51

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As immigration enforcement continues, Red Cards help people understand and use their rights. KCSB's Mariela Vargas reports on the importance of this tool.By KCSB News

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Silicon Valley's Rightward Shift Isn't a Surprise 12:44

15d ago12:44

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A major antitrust trial against Meta began today in a Washington, D.C. courtroom. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) argues that Meta, the parent company of Facebook, became a monopoly after it acquired Instagram and WhatsApp. Meta counters that there’s no evidence they’re a monopoly, and that acquisition of those two apps was approved by the feder…

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Dubai AI Week Unites Global Leaders, New AI Threat Slopsquatting Emerges, Google Launches A2A Protocol, Unpacking Bias in AI Technology, and more... 11:08

15d ago11:08

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(0:10): Dubai AI Week 2025: Global AI Leaders Unite to Shape the Future of Innovation (2:42): New AI Threat 'Slopsquatting' Exposes Software Supply Chains to Malicious Code Exploits (4:54): Google Unveils A2A Protocol: Revolutionizing AI Agent Collaboration and Interoperability (6:56): AI's Human Mirror: Unpacking Bias and Inequality in Technology …

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AI Models Outperform Humans in Accuracy, Aaron Gokaslan Advances Trustworthy AI, OpenAI Launches New AI Suite, Agentic AI Revolutionizes Cybersecurity, and more... 11:12

19d ago11:12

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(0:10): Google DeepMind Study Reveals AI Models Surpass Humans in Factual Accuracy with New Evaluation Framework (2:45): Aaron Gokaslan: Pioneering Trustworthy AI with Open Source Innovations and Global Collaboration (4:33): OpenAI Set to Launch New AI Suite: GPT-4.1 and o4 Models Expected Next Week (6:04): Agentic AI Transforms Cybersecurity with …

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Elizabeth Hamel's Death Still Remains A Mystery 5:28

19d ago5:28

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UCSB student Elizabeth “Liz” Hamel's passing shook the campus community. The nature of her death remains unexplained, and the University has yet to release an official statement about her passing.By KCSB News

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Unions March to Kill the Cuts 5:54

19d ago5:54

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The Trump administration has ordered some 20,000 workers in Health and Human Services to leave their jobs, and has cut billions of dollars for research from the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation. To protest, a coalition of unions called for a nationwide Day of Action on April 8 to Kill the Cuts. Unions representing r…

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Newsom Administration Misses Essential Medi-Cal Deadline 0:57

19d ago0:57

0:57

California was set to receive federal funding for our Medi-Cal program. Now Prop. 35 and healthcare facilities are set to be impacted. KCSB’s Tatiana Jacquez has the story.By KCSB News

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Santa Barbara Homeowners Faced with Predatory Scheming 2:13

19d ago2:13

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HomeOptions, an Oakland real estate company, has accepted their charges for their predatory acts on Santa Barbara Homeowners. A settlement has been reached based on their legal infringements, ensuring restitution is given to these homeowners. KCSB’s Ginger Thomas will tell you more.By KCSB News

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Anthropic Launches New AI Plan, Congress Introduces NO FAKES Act, Google Launches Firebase Studio, Milestone Acquires Brighter AI, and more... 11:34

19d ago11:34

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(0:10): Anthropic Unveils $200/Month 'Max' AI Plan Amidst Fierce Competition and Regulatory Challenges (2:19): Congress Reintroduces NO FAKES Act to Combat Deepfake Misuse; Music Industry and Tech Giants Back Initiative (4:37): Google Unveils Firebase Studio: Revolutionizing AI App Development with Cloud-Based Tools and Real-Time Collaboration (6:4…

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Inside IV: IV's Getting More Housing + Deltopia 2025 Recap 16:15

20d ago16:15

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KCSB's Clarissa Hom has a recap of Deltopia 2025.SB Independent reporter, Christina McDermott files two stories: - County planning commissioners narrowly approve construction of a new three story housing project in a residential area of Isla Vista. - An interview with UCSB Professor Dr. Michelle Petty, recipient of the Conference of College Composi…

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Politics Update - 4/9/25 1:59

20d ago1:59

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KCSB's Annabelle Hurst brings you the latest in political news.By KCSB News

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Shopify CEO Requires AI Skills, LinkedIn AI Transforms Hiring, UWM Teams with Google Cloud, Riverbed Transforms IT Management, and more... 12:05

21d ago12:05

12:05

(0:10): Shopify CEO Mandates AI Proficiency for All Employees Amid Tech Industry Shift (2:11): AI Revolutionizes Hiring: LinkedIn's Assistant Streamlines Recruitment, Candidates Must Adapt Resumes (4:42): UWM Partners with Google Cloud to Revolutionize Mortgage Industry with AI and Cloud Solutions (6:47): Riverbed Revolutionizes IT Management with …

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Carpinteria Update - 4/8/25 2:00

21d ago2:00

2:00

Dennis Mitchell with Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from Carpinteria.For more, visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.By KCSB News

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Rescale Secures 115M Funding, Microsoft's Quake II Demo Backlash, Cloudflare Enhances AI Tools, AI Revolution Drives Ethical Growth, and more... 12:38

21d ago12:38

12:38

(0:10): Rescale Secures $115M Series D Funding, Aims to Revolutionize AI-Powered Engineering with Cloud Migration (2:33): Microsoft's AI-Powered Quake II Demo Faces Backlash for Poor Gameplay Experience (4:33): Cloudflare Boosts AI Development with New Tools and Acquires Outerbase; Eyes $5B Revenue by 2028 (7:31): AI Revolution: Major Players, Inno…

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Vote for “How to Fix the Internet” in the Webby Awards People's Voice Competition! 0:38

22d ago0:38

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EFF’s “How to Fix the Internet” podcast is a nominee in the Webby Awards 29th Annual People's Voice competition – and we need your support to bring the trophy home! Voting ends on April 17, so if you like what we do here by trying to envision a better digital future—please take a moment to go to eff.org/webby to cast your vote.…

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