Best Podcast Episodes About Google Maps
Everything podcasters are saying about Google Maps — curated from top podcasts
Updated: Apr 24, 2026 – 35 episodes
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Top Podcast Clips About Google Maps
“primarily that system of google maps then moving to apple maps uh with a lot of the japan stuff we had like where we were going planned out in advance so itinerary yeah yeah so before i left i made like a you know that little like guide thing you can do in apple maps oh yeah i have guides for everything in apple maps yeah i made a guide called japan holiday where i put in like all the points of interest that i knew we were going to need yeah and the search was the hardest part …”
“primarily that system of google maps then moving to apple maps uh with a lot of the japan stuff we had like where we were going planned out in advance so itinerary yeah yeah so before i left i made like a you know that little like guide thing you can do in apple maps oh yeah i have guides for everything in apple maps yeah i made a guide called japan holiday where i put in like all the points of interest that i knew we were going to need yeah and the search was the hardest part right because japan addresses are even more complicated than english addresses and like you put in the japan postcode and it would take you to an area or like i'd have to like cross reference between apps um i would check google even google maps wouldn't get it perfect right so like i go to google.com and find like the actual image of the map then i …”
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Introducing ads in Apple Maps could worsen its already weak search functionality, but it might also push Apple to improve its search algorithms.
“which seems to be happening a lot lately. All right, moving on. Google Maps got an AI facelift and map heads everywhere are pumped. Gemini is powering a new feature called Ask Maps, where you can ask contextual real world questions and get answers back without ever leaving the app. For instance, my phone is dying. Where are some nearby coffee shops that have outlets? Or is there a public pickleball court with lights on that I can play at tonight? Road trippers are going to have a field day with this too. If you were …”
“which seems to be happening a lot lately. All right, moving on. Google Maps got an AI facelift and map heads everywhere are pumped. Gemini is powering a new feature called Ask Maps, where you can ask contextual real world questions and get answers back without ever leaving the app. For instance, my phone is dying. Where are some nearby coffee shops that have outlets? Or is there a public pickleball court with lights on that I can play at tonight? Road trippers are going to have a field day with this too. If you were driving from California to the Grand Canyon, you could ask for recommended stops along the way, according to an example given by Google. Whereas before you might have opened TikTok to find those wrecks, Maps will now give you tips from real people on how to find a real hidden trail entrance, for instance, in addition to your standard directions and …”
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Google Maps has introduced an AI-powered feature called Ask Maps, allowing users to ask real-world questions directly within the app, like finding coffee shops with outlets or nearby pickleball courts. This update also personalizes recommendations based on user preferences, potentially sidelining competitors like Yelp and TripAdvisor. With over 2 billion users, these enhancements could significantly change how people navigate and explore their surroundings.
“Google has launched Ask Maps, a Gemini-powered conversational feature for iOS and Android in the US and India that lets users ask complex, real-world questions of Google Maps. Coding The Verge, in the past, Google Maps would struggle with hyper-specific questions like, where can I charge my phone without having to wait in line for coffee, or where is the closest public bathroom that isn't completely disgusting? Parents of kids with tiny bladders, I'm …”
“Google has launched Ask Maps, a Gemini-powered conversational feature for iOS and Android in the US and India that lets users ask complex, real-world questions of Google Maps. Coding The Verge, in the past, Google Maps would struggle with hyper-specific questions like, where can I charge my phone without having to wait in line for coffee, or where is the closest public bathroom that isn't completely disgusting? Parents of kids with tiny bladders, I'm looking at you. But now, thanks to Gemini, all our weird, slightly embarrassing questions can be answered, directions included. Ask Maps lets you describe your plans conversationally, including as much or as little detail as you want, and Gemini will sift through your query to provide as detailed a response as you need, often using personal details …”
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Google Maps has introduced Ask Maps, a Gemini-powered feature that can answer complex, real-world questions for users in the US and India. From finding the nearest clean bathroom to booking a cozy vegetarian restaurant, Ask Maps personalizes responses based on your preferences and past interactions, transforming how we navigate our daily lives. With immersive navigation updates, Google Maps is not just about directions anymore; it's about creating a seamless experience tailored to you.
“… your disaster type, and your radius of how many miles you can go. And then it would use AI to generate a guided plan on what you should do. I use Google Maps and use the API to show you nearby places like churches, police stations, fire stations. So you at least know you have like a grasp of your surroundings. You know where to go when you're in trouble.”
“… hits. You have no idea what to do. You've never been in this place and you're just confused and all over the place. You have no backup plan, no emergency plan. So you can quickly open my app and you can go type in your details such as your address, your disaster type, and your radius of how many miles you can go. And then it would use AI to generate a guided plan on what you should do. I use Google Maps and use the API to show you nearby places like churches, police stations, fire stations. So you at least know you have like a grasp of your surroundings. You know where to go when you're in trouble.”
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Arvi Kandelwal, an eighth grader from Charlotte, North Carolina, is developing an AI-powered app to help people navigate natural disasters. Inspired by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles and Hurricane Helene's impact on her home, her app provides users with tailored emergency plans based on their location and disaster type. This innovative tool aims to give individuals the guidance they need during chaotic situations.
“… the $10 a month add-on that allows you to access this today. So currently, it does SMS, picture messaging, location sharing. It works with WhatsApp, Google Maps, AccuWeather.”
“… coverage because it reaches 10 million users, over 32 countries and six continents. No one has that reach that Starlink has. In the US, you've probably heard of this through T-Mobile. They have T-Satellite, which is their branded version. And that's the $10 a month add-on that allows you to access this today. So currently, it does SMS, picture messaging, location sharing. It works with WhatsApp, Google Maps, AccuWeather.”
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Starlink Mobile is revolutionizing cell coverage by eliminating dead zones, providing up to 150 Mbps data speed directly from space. This technology proved crucial during the LA wildfires, enabling emergency communications for millions when traditional networks failed. With 10 million users across six continents, Starlink is reshaping how we connect, even in the most remote locations.
“… called VNodeKosla. VNodeKosla was on the board and an investor in other search engines. Was it Excite? Yeah, yeah. And he wanted Excite to acquire Google. So, like, they saw what Google was doing. and Excite, so Google's founder were willing to sell for a million dollars. And Excite said, I'm not sure if it's worth 250. So the story in technology is you need to build, like there's a saying from Y Combinator that says build something people want. Like that's what matters. Yeah. Like, it's very hard. I've had that conversation with so many businesses over the years, especially because people will, …”
“And actually, at some point, at some point, there's a legendary investor called VNodeKosla. VNodeKosla was on the board and an investor in other search engines. Was it Excite? Yeah, yeah. And he wanted Excite to acquire Google. So, like, they saw what Google was doing. and Excite, so Google's founder were willing to sell for a million dollars. And Excite said, I'm not sure if it's worth 250. So the story in technology is you need to build, like there's a saying from Y Combinator that says build something people want. Like that's what matters. Yeah. Like, it's very hard. I've had that conversation with so many businesses over the years, especially because people will, you know, again, I'll go with the knife thing because I'm holding one. People will go from like hey you going to build a knife and then all of a sudden they building like a custom sheath and then a belt that goes with the sheath and then a pair of pants that go with the sheath and then the boots that go with the sheath and then you end up doing …”
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In the tech world, building something people actually want is crucial, as illustrated by Google's early decisions. Legendary investor VNodeKosla almost acquired Google for just a million dollars, which highlights the importance of recognizing true value. The story emphasizes the need for a strong culture and continuous iteration to foster innovation, drawing lessons from Google’s approach to product development.
“And thinking about that, Apple obviously saw Google Maps, they used it on the first and early iPhones. They knew they had to make their own Apple Maps. Maybe you could speak to why they realized that. But when it comes to web search, they've partnered with Google forever. Obviously there's money involved, but they did not feel the need to make their own search engine that would be built into Safari. They still rely on Google for that. I'm curious if you think AI falls into the Maps category, where …”
“And thinking about that, Apple obviously saw Google Maps, they used it on the first and early iPhones. They knew they had to make their own Apple Maps. Maybe you could speak to why they realized that. But when it comes to web search, they've partnered with Google forever. Obviously there's money involved, but they did not feel the need to make their own search engine that would be built into Safari. They still rely on Google for that. I'm curious if you think AI falls into the Maps category, where they'll partner with Google for now, but still work on their own and release their own? Or is it more like a Google search scenario where they're going to partner with Gemini, maybe forevermore, and that will just be what's powering it behind the scenes? Wow Well we know for sure that one of the through lines of Apple 50 years and one of the last …”
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Apple's fierce reaction to Google's betrayal led to the creation of Apple Maps in just a year. After Google violated their agreement by limiting updates on iPhone, Steve Jobs vowed to take control, resulting in Apple developing its own mapping solution. This move was part of Apple's strategy to reduce reliance on third parties and maintain excellence in their product ecosystem.
“It wasn't MapQuest that won the MapSpace. It was Google Maps. So we'll see what happens. I think we're in the very early days. Now, it is true that AI is a revolutionary technology, and it's probably only going to get bigger. Now, let me give you now a different perspective. You have all this money going to creation of AI. But eventually people want to make money on it. You're going to have to have a return on all the investment. And that's when you move from training to what we …”
“It wasn't MapQuest that won the MapSpace. It was Google Maps. So we'll see what happens. I think we're in the very early days. Now, it is true that AI is a revolutionary technology, and it's probably only going to get bigger. Now, let me give you now a different perspective. You have all this money going to creation of AI. But eventually people want to make money on it. You're going to have to have a return on all the investment. And that's when you move from training to what we call inferencing. Inferencing is actually once you already develop the AI and you start asking questions and the AI starts answering your questions or doing things for you and generate tokens. That's called inferencing. You just now put the AI into production. Training you created an AI, inference you put into production. That's where you're going …”
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We're entering a crucial phase in AI where companies must transition from training models to monetizing them through inferencing. This shift mirrors the dot-com boom, emphasizing the need for efficient operations and cost management to thrive. The future winners will be those who can effectively monetize their AI capabilities, much like the tech giants did in the early internet days.
“… philosopher but they can't quite remember the name. But that's not like important to the point. I think it makes you the asshole to really quickly Google that philosopher. And be like, well actually to your point it was this person, blah, blah, blah. But continue. You know like that. Yeah, it's about the broader conversation. But if it's just like, who is that guy that said this thing? Then yeah, just Google it. It'll usually be a conversation where the conversation. is guessing about a fact. Like, how far away do you think that mountain is? It looks like it's so far away, and I'm already on …”
“… conversation's never about the answer. That's exactly right. It's just about the connection. It just depends also like, if you're in the middle of a conversation about, I don't know, philosophy or something. And then someone's trying to quote this one philosopher but they can't quite remember the name. But that's not like important to the point. I think it makes you the asshole to really quickly Google that philosopher. And be like, well actually to your point it was this person, blah, blah, blah. But continue. You know like that. Yeah, it's about the broader conversation. But if it's just like, who is that guy that said this thing? Then yeah, just Google it. It'll usually be a conversation where the conversation. is guessing about a fact. Like, how far away do you think that mountain is? It looks like it's so far away, and I'm already on Google Maps. It's not like we were gonna have the conversation of being like, well, it's super tall, but usually buildings look really tall when they're far away, but when it looks like the size of the entire state building, like they were gonna have this whole conversation, and I sort of just passed forward. We could skip the whole talking thing. We …”
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In conversations, is it rude to look up answers while others are discussing? A recent discussion revealed that jumping in with facts can disrupt the flow and connection of the conversation, making you seem like an 'asshole.' Ultimately, it’s about knowing when to engage and when to let the dialogue unfold naturally.
“… to play a bigger role in people's lives, like by the early 2010s, even. I mean, I knew so many people that were younger that had phones just for Google Maps, like you said, to like walk home or go somewhere just so that like their parents could know that they would be able to like find their way back places when they didn't have it. I remember having this in New York because I had just graduated and I was like living in Williamsburg, which was very cool in the early 2010s. But like I didn't know my way around. And so I had to have my like iPhone out all the time to like go on Google Maps. And like …”
“… feel like I mean, part of the thing with the iPhone and I know other like internet enables phones. I know some people had like Androids and other things. Is that you could get the Internet on the phone. And I feel like this is when the Internet started to play a bigger role in people's lives, like by the early 2010s, even. I mean, I knew so many people that were younger that had phones just for Google Maps, like you said, to like walk home or go somewhere just so that like their parents could know that they would be able to like find their way back places when they didn't have it. I remember having this in New York because I had just graduated and I was like living in Williamsburg, which was very cool in the early 2010s. But like I didn't know my way around. And so I had to have my like iPhone out all the time to like go on Google Maps. And like it just was playing a bigger and bigger role in people's lives. I feel like. How old were you when you got your first iPhone? My first iPhone was after college because my parents weren't buying me an iPhone. I had like a Nokia all through high school, which was lame. I really wanted the you know, because again, this is I'm a millennial. So this was …”
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Smartphones transformed communication and social status, making having an iPhone a rite of passage for many teens. In the early 2010s, these devices not only provided internet access but also changed how we navigated our surroundings and shared our lives online. This shift marked a significant cultural change, where owning a smartphone became synonymous with being socially connected and relevant.
“… gonna start in six months. I can go virtually walk over to that block and wander around that building and see what's going on. So the same way that Google Maps, you know, when they first started mapping everything, everybody thought they were crazy, that was too much. And now we're just like, yeah, anywhere in the world, we can just drop in and look at it on Google Maps. And that is gonna happen in 3D objects as well. And so everything we do is gonna be able to plug into these digital three-dimensional whatever, which then turns around and informs VR, AR, real construction, sensing. Microsoft and AWS …”
“where the city has a repository of digital buildings, right? So now not only can I see my own digital building that I'm, my apartment interior in New York or whatever, but there's a huge building being built that's been approved by zoning and it's gonna start in six months. I can go virtually walk over to that block and wander around that building and see what's going on. So the same way that Google Maps, you know, when they first started mapping everything, everybody thought they were crazy, that was too much. And now we're just like, yeah, anywhere in the world, we can just drop in and look at it on Google Maps. And that is gonna happen in 3D objects as well. And so everything we do is gonna be able to plug into these digital three-dimensional whatever, which then turns around and informs VR, AR, real construction, sensing. Microsoft and AWS have both been really playing around with that digital twin of the world. Is there a return to the metaverse? Do you think that's ever gonna happen? Into another pandemic? I think that it has, there are specific applications. I think it's gonna be the right tool for the right time. Right, there is a certain amount of friction to opening your …”
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The metaverse is transforming how experts collaborate, especially in medicine, by allowing them to engage with 3D digital models of new devices without the need for travel. This innovative approach addresses the challenges of coordinating schedules among busy professionals, making virtual meetings more efficient. While the metaverse won't replace our physical lives, it offers significant advantages for specific use cases like medical device development.
“… see what else here. Jack in Michigan, I heard you mention in your newsletter that you asked CarPlay for directions and it surprised you by opening Google Maps instead of Apple Maps. I use Apple CarPlay all the time and stick with Waze, and there's an easy way around that. I just ask Siri for directions to my destination using Waze and it works perfectly. Siri finds the place and it shows up right on my Waze map. I've used Waze for years and I feel really comfortable with it. It's nice being able to, it's nice being able to be specific and get exactly the app I want without touching the screen. I …”
“… cool thing is, wine, I don't know if you've noticed, at restaurants has gotten really expensive, so you can say, like, tell me my best bang for the buck or something like that, and it's a nice way to, you know, you might even save some money. Let's see what else here. Jack in Michigan, I heard you mention in your newsletter that you asked CarPlay for directions and it surprised you by opening Google Maps instead of Apple Maps. I use Apple CarPlay all the time and stick with Waze, and there's an easy way around that. I just ask Siri for directions to my destination using Waze and it works perfectly. Siri finds the place and it shows up right on my Waze map. I've used Waze for years and I feel really comfortable with it. It's nice being able to, it's nice being able to be specific and get exactly the app I want without touching the screen. I figured this might help your listeners and thanks for all the podcasts, radio, and everything else. I listen all the time. Well, thank you, Jack, for listening all the time. Now my phone is listening because I said Siri. Got a lot of love for the newsletter. Neil in Ohio, hey Rich, I've been really enjoying your newsletter. This issue this week was …”
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Jobs in physical and speech therapy are safe from AI takeover, thanks to the personal interaction and hands-on evaluation they require. Therapists are in high demand, and their work can be incredibly rewarding, offering flexibility and the ability to impact lives. If you're considering a career outside tech, this field might be the perfect fit.
“… companies, with, you know, hotel. with restaurants and they are putting for their like in-app car assistant they have their own map instead of Google Maps or instead of Apple Maps and it will direct you to like you can basically the way it will be said is it will only direct you to places they have a financial relationship with right so if you want a restaurant it will send it will put forward restaurants that have paid them and will suggest restaurants or a mechanic that has paid them it will suggest when you go if you say oh what is this problem with my car and it'll tell you oh you need to …”
“… makes AI agents that are largely meant to drive sales for other people. But one of the things I didn't bring up that the representative very excitedly told me is that they will be making, they are making deals with different manufacturers, with different companies, with, you know, hotel. with restaurants and they are putting for their like in-app car assistant they have their own map instead of Google Maps or instead of Apple Maps and it will direct you to like you can basically the way it will be said is it will only direct you to places they have a financial relationship with right so if you want a restaurant it will send it will put forward restaurants that have paid them and will suggest restaurants or a mechanic that has paid them it will suggest when you go if you say oh what is this problem with my car and it'll tell you oh you need to replace this belt I'll book you an appointment at the dealership which if they do right would you like to do a test drive of a new car and like so there's no that that is the what they that is what they want they like they want a world where every time anyone uses a map app it's owned by somebody who is basically if you say I need to go to the nearest …”
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Amazon's advertising model ensures that the worst products often top search results, leading to a market where bad drives out good. This phenomenon, akin to Gresham's law, highlights a troubling shift in consumer choices where quality is sacrificed for ad spend. As AI continues to influence marketing, the implications for product quality and consumer trust are significant.
“… feeling like Live 360 would know if there was an app open about driving It said my cell phone usage while driving though was like 90 To me that the Google Maps So then what will you do differently I mean now I just like who cares I'm the worst driver then. But how's my son the best driver out of all of us? But isn't that good to know? That's awesome. It says that he goes the speed limit at all times. And it even tells you when you're following too close to a car in front of you. It tells you when you are going... How does it know that? It knows everything. It knows everything. Like, I'll get …”
“… use that. Now, there are times when a song comes on and I'm like, I don't like that song. And I'll reach over and kind of change it. And so maybe it's counting that. And then there are sometimes a text message will come in. and then I'm like, oh. I'm feeling like Live 360 would know if there was an app open about driving It said my cell phone usage while driving though was like 90 To me that the Google Maps So then what will you do differently I mean now I just like who cares I'm the worst driver then. But how's my son the best driver out of all of us? But isn't that good to know? That's awesome. It says that he goes the speed limit at all times. And it even tells you when you're following too close to a car in front of you. It tells you when you are going... How does it know that? It knows everything. It knows everything. Like, I'll get notifications. His child goes the speed limit. Mine does not. I get notifications. You know, your daughter was doing 53 in a 25. And I'm like, okay. Wait, did it tell you live? Will you get like an alert? Yeah. I can tell. Like, we can tell exactly how fast she's driving at any given moment. And sometimes I'll call her and I'll be like, I know what road …”
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In a hilarious revelation, one dad discovers he's the worst driver in the family according to Life 360's ratings, while his son is the golden child for always obeying speed limits. The absurdity peaks when he realizes he might be penalized for changing the song in his car while using GPS. This segment perfectly captures the comedic chaos of family tracking and the unexpected consequences of tech.
“… or I'm sorry, you talked to about 40 people and then you're trying to close maybe two of those. Yeah. Just numbers. And we had a whole system like a Google Maps, and you could look at every home. It would pull up, and you would click a pen on the home, and you could see the customer. You could leave notes for each one. We could also- Was it some rabbit sales rabbit? No, we came up with it ourself. But we knew we could get data to tell us, because in door-to-door, right, that the key is to the retention. You're trying to figure out how to have better retention. and so there are about 10 different data …”
“… going to close one out of 40 or whatever. Sales reps, like you're probably going to knock 120 doors in a day, 60 of those doors, you know, someone will. Or home. Yeah. And then of those, you know, maybe you're going to talk to 20 people probably, or I'm sorry, you talked to about 40 people and then you're trying to close maybe two of those. Yeah. Just numbers. And we had a whole system like a Google Maps, and you could look at every home. It would pull up, and you would click a pen on the home, and you could see the customer. You could leave notes for each one. We could also- Was it some rabbit sales rabbit? No, we came up with it ourself. But we knew we could get data to tell us, because in door-to-door, right, that the key is to the retention. You're trying to figure out how to have better retention. and so there are about 10 different data points that we would collect uh you know from different data providers that would tell us about each home the sales order doesn't know what all those things are they just know is there a green you know pin on top is it okay to knock or if it's red they're not allowed to knock it oh yeah because you're trying to make sure they're going to retain …”
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David Royce reveals how a data-driven approach transformed his pest control business into a $500M success. By leveraging detailed customer data and creating a structured sales manual, he empowered his team to close more deals and improve retention rates. This systematic method not only streamlined operations but also enhanced overall sales performance.
“Google just released something that I think may be more important to creating AGI than ChatGPT was itself. They released an AI that doesn't predict text, it simulates reality. You describe a world and it builds it in front of you in real time, 720p, 24 frames a second, just like a video, except there's something a little bit different. You walk through it, you drive through it, the world responds to you. And it was so good that within one week, Waymo, …”
“Google just released something that I think may be more important to creating AGI than ChatGPT was itself. They released an AI that doesn't predict text, it simulates reality. You describe a world and it builds it in front of you in real time, 720p, 24 frames a second, just like a video, except there's something a little bit different. You walk through it, you drive through it, the world responds to you. And it was so good that within one week, Waymo, which is a self-driving car company worth $126 billion, they took that technology and built the most advanced driving simulator ever created. They can now simulate things that the cars have never seen, like tornadoes or elephants in a highway or snowstorms in cities that never get snow. So today we're going to break down what world models actually …”
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Google's new AI, Genie 3, can simulate entire 3D worlds in real-time, revolutionizing how we interact with virtual environments. Unlike traditional AI that predicts text, Genie 3 builds immersive experiences where users can walk through and manipulate their surroundings. This technology is already being adopted by companies like Waymo to enhance self-driving simulations, marking a significant leap towards achieving artificial general intelligence (AGI).
“… range, a clear shift in Renault's approach to a small family car like the Megane. They're going to rework the cabin software as well, developed with Google, and going further than simply integrating Google Assistant or Google Maps, like set up in the Renault 4 and the Renault 5. Also, they say that they've cut costs by 40% compared to current Renault EVs, which helps keep the McCann competitively priced against its rivals. And finally, what about at the top end, the sporty end? Well, Alpine has been its brand, building the A110 sports car for many years. Since 2018, they've built their dealer …”
“Okay, Renault Megane is next in the news part of this announcement. The next generation Renault Megane will come in two forms, fully electric and range extender. The E-Rev version will pair a small petrol engine and a battery for 870 miles of range, a clear shift in Renault's approach to a small family car like the Megane. They're going to rework the cabin software as well, developed with Google, and going further than simply integrating Google Assistant or Google Maps, like set up in the Renault 4 and the Renault 5. Also, they say that they've cut costs by 40% compared to current Renault EVs, which helps keep the McCann competitively priced against its rivals. And finally, what about at the top end, the sporty end? Well, Alpine has been its brand, building the A110 sports car for many years. Since 2018, they've built their dealer network to 170 retailers globally. They sold 10,000 Alpines last year. The next generation A110 will launch as a pure BEV model. The new A110 uses the Alpine Performance Platform, a bonded and riveted aluminium architecture that Alpine says delivers the stiffness-to-weight balance needed for a small sports car. The platform also underpins the Renault 5 …”
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The new Alpine A110 is set to redefine sports cars with its all-electric design and innovative features, achieving under 1.5 tonnes and 400 miles of range. Utilizing a dual-motor setup and advanced battery technology, it promises an exhilarating driving experience reminiscent of classic racing cars. This shift highlights the evolution of the EV market, moving towards high-performance niche vehicles.
“… look at like website builders right Like Squarespace and Wix and Webflow and whatnot that started coming online 10 15 years ago And then you go on Google Maps and you look at all your local businesses and most of them still have really ugly websites that were clearly not built by one of these cutting edge tools. It's just like every day, if you pay attention, you are running into businesses that are five to 10 years behind what they could be doing with technology right now. And so I just don't believe that you could have the adoption necessary to create these like catastrophic job displacements, even …”
“… this, right? It's like the U S financial system still runs on these like IBM COBOL servers, right? Like we have way better technology that we could be using for a lot of the financial infrastructure, but it hasn changed much in 30 40 years You you look at like website builders right Like Squarespace and Wix and Webflow and whatnot that started coming online 10 15 years ago And then you go on Google Maps and you look at all your local businesses and most of them still have really ugly websites that were clearly not built by one of these cutting edge tools. It's just like every day, if you pay attention, you are running into businesses that are five to 10 years behind what they could be doing with technology right now. And so I just don't believe that you could have the adoption necessary to create these like catastrophic job displacements, even if those catastrophic job displacements are economically possible. Most of the market just doesn't move that quickly. And I think that is actually the big reason that these Doomer scenarios won't come true, is that most people are not living on the frontier.”
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Many fear AI will cause massive job displacement, but the reality is far more complex. Despite the rapid advancements in technology, most businesses lag behind in adoption, making widespread layoffs unlikely. This disconnect between innovation and market readiness is why the dire predictions of AI's impact may not come true.
“… information assets. When you were going to the airport to come to Las Vegas, when you were trying to navigate from point A to point B, do you use Google Maps or Apple Maps or something like that? Right. Yeah. All the time. Absolutely. Not Apple Maps. Disgusting. Look, I get it. You can argue about it in the comments, but if you are on Apple Maps, we are not friends. I am team Google Maps. Yes. Right? We are not friends by the technology that is in flight in orbit today. Right. And the Space Force's mission is to effectively defend and assure access to space. Without technologies like GPS, we would …”
“… So everything that flies in the sky, planes, drones, stuff like that, that's all under the control of the Air Force. Everything above that, like satellites, that is under the control of the Space Force. The Space Force manages and protects all of our information assets. When you were going to the airport to come to Las Vegas, when you were trying to navigate from point A to point B, do you use Google Maps or Apple Maps or something like that? Right. Yeah. All the time. Absolutely. Not Apple Maps. Disgusting. Look, I get it. You can argue about it in the comments, but if you are on Apple Maps, we are not friends. I am team Google Maps. Yes. Right? We are not friends by the technology that is in flight in orbit today. Right. And the Space Force's mission is to effectively defend and assure access to space. Without technologies like GPS, we would not have clocks because we have global time clocks. And without clocks, you cannot have accurate payment processing. Your credit card stopped working. Your Apple Pay stops working. All of the things stop working. So primarily, the mission of the Space Force is to ensure that we as an American people, as well as the people around the world, have …”
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The Space Force is crucial for ensuring our access to technologies like GPS, which underpin everyday functions like payment processing. As more satellites are launched, the risk of collisions increases, making coordination with the Space Force essential. Understanding their role helps us appreciate the invisible threats to our technological reliance.
“… Tomatoes to see anything as far as a rating. You know what I do now to tell where to eat, which is a thing that I care much about? I look at the Google photos. I go on to Google Maps, I find the place that I'm interested in, and I just do a deep dive on those photos, and that's how I tell whether the place is good to eat at. And I don't know what the movie version of that is, but it might just be like, you watch a lot of trailers, and if the trailer looks good, then if they did a good job on the trailer, then maybe they'll do a good job on the movie. I don't know. Is that where we're at? I …”
“… of the crowd, and also the madness of the crowd. And so I think both things are true, and can be true, depending on the situation. And I also will admit that I don't pay attention to Yelp reviews anymore. It's been a long time since I've gone to Rotten Tomatoes to see anything as far as a rating. You know what I do now to tell where to eat, which is a thing that I care much about? I look at the Google photos. I go on to Google Maps, I find the place that I'm interested in, and I just do a deep dive on those photos, and that's how I tell whether the place is good to eat at. And I don't know what the movie version of that is, but it might just be like, you watch a lot of trailers, and if the trailer looks good, then if they did a good job on the trailer, then maybe they'll do a good job on the movie. I don't know. Is that where we're at? I just look at TikTok and see how many lusty TikTok edits there are, and I'm like, if there's enough to grab me... It's the same with books. If there's a line that I find interesting that someone posts about a book, or an edit, I'm like, you know what? That speaks to me. That speaks to me louder than any number can. I'm seated. That's a good takeaway, I …”
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Rotten Tomatoes' audience reviews for the documentary 'Melania' are all from verified ticket purchasers, but how reliable is this verification? Critics and audiences often disagree on film ratings, creating confusion about what these numbers really mean. The discussion reveals insights into how personal bias and platform limitations affect movie ratings.
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