Diggnation (rebooted)

• Tiki Bar TV, Appendixes, and Rideable Robot Horses | E13 | Diggnation

  We’re not saying nostalgia hits harder with a cocktail in hand. But it helps. Dr. Tiki and Lala from Tiki Bar TV join Alex and Kevin for a tropical-tinged episode full of old internet tales, new tech obsessions, and the slow unraveling of Alex's appendix-related trauma.They sip Mascot wine, wrestle with home automation setups, and revisit the chaotic brilliance of the early web. Plus: robot horses, maple syrup whiskey, and the most ethical lottery heist ever attempted.0:00 Intro0:02 Mascot Wine & Tony Hawk memories – Fancy juice, legendary guests0:05 Emergency Appendix Removal – Everything is fine, no one panic0:09 Home Automation – Kevin gifts Alex cursed smart gear0:14 Emails: Anxiety & Claustrophobia – Meditation, vodka, or both0:22 Sponsor: Vuori – Soft clothes for hard emotional spirals0:32 Lottery Hack – They did the math. It paid off.0:39 Sponsor: LMNT – Electrolytes for the hungover and hopeful0:43 Kawasaki’s Robot Horse – Childhood dreams, now rideable0:44 Nintendo Switch 2 – New console, same impulse buy0:47 Sponsor: Delete Me – Because your data is not vibing0:49 Guest Segment: Jeff & Lala – The Tiki Bar TV reunion you didn’t know you needed0:56 Mixology Interlude – Drinks. Weird ones. Made live.1:01 Mixology Interlude continued – Still shaking things up1:20 Wrap-up – Tiger count confirmed. French toast pending💎 Episode SponsorsVuoriVuori is an investment in your happiness. Get 20% off your first purchase at vuori.com/digg.Free shipping on U.S. orders over $75 and free returns. Exclusions apply. Visit the site for full terms.DeleteMeDeleteMe removes your personal info from hundreds of data broker sites and keeps it off.Get 20% off your plan at joindeleteme.com/digg with code DIGG.The only way to get the discount is by using that link and code at checkout.LMNTLMNT is a zero-sugar electrolyte drink mix with 1,000 mg of electrolytes and 200 mg of potassium.Trusted by Olympic athletes and Navy SEAL teams.Get a free sample pack with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/digg. Also try LMNT Sparkling, a 16 oz can of bold, fizzy electrolytes.Not for you? Email [email protected] for a no-questions-asked refund.📢 Top StoriesTiki Bar TV returns (kind of)https://www.tikibartv.comHome automation via Unifihttps://community.ui.com/stories/UniFi-Enhancing-the-household-through-automation-wireless-and-wired-access/d438fb9d-f4f7-4b2f-bfcd-d7e812855c6eNintendo Switch 2 preordershttps://www.nintendo.com/us/whatsnew/nintendo-maintains-nintendo-switch-2-pricing-retail-pre-orders-to-begin-april-24-in-u-sTexas Lottery heist (the legal kind)https://www.texasmonthly.com/news-politics/these-guys-spent-25-million-to-win-the-lottery-they-almost-did/Robot horses exist now, apparentlyhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/rideable-horse-robot-viral-video-the-real-story-behind-it/🎧 Listen and FollowApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0bzwpvUInstagram: @thediggnation

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• GTA 6, Helicopter Joysticks, AI Psychics, and Live Show Regret | EP 12 | Diggnation

  Alex and Kevin recount their tequila-fueled live show in Austin, complete with backstage chaos, crowd energy, and at least one emotional moment that may or may not have involved crying. They officially unveil the relaunch of Digg.com and introduce “Groundbreakers,” a community for early users to help shape the platform’s future. The episode also dives into tech topics like the upcoming GTA game, advancements in AI and local models, and the 23andMe data breach. Rounding things out, Alex goes deep on a startup reinventing helicopter flight with fly-by-wire tech, because of course he does.00:00 Introduction – Alex and Kevin try explaining the show. Again.01:19 Studio Location – Live(ish) from Digg Hollywood. Setup crew gets their flowers.02:18 Austin & Live Shows – Alex survives Austin. Kevin did not.11:08 Digg.com Reboot – The site lives. Again. Also: secret society vibes incoming.18:09 Groundbreakers Details – Early access, badges, and archival good deeds. Cloaks not included.19:40 Sponsor: DeleteMe – Your data’s out there. DeleteMe would like to go get it back.21:57 Skyryse Cockpit – Helicopter flies itself. Alex ascends.26:11 General Aviation Complexity – Planes: still confusing. Skyryse: less so.37:06 AI Guesses Kevin – Kevin asks ChatGPT who he is. Regrets follow.51:19 Sponsor: LMNT – Electrolytes with a no-sugar, lots-of-branding flavor.51:38 GTA 6 Delays – No one wants to release near the boss level.1:00:40 DeepSeek V3 & OpenAI Images – AI on Mac Studio makes weird art. Blame the prompt.1:07:30 Localized AI & Billy Bass – Singing fish meets custom AI. Chaos sings back.1:10:35 23andMe Data Breach – Your DNA’s been socialized. Might wanna export.1:22:36 Limitless AI Wearable – A gadget that transcribes your entire life. Why not.1:35:16 Wrap-up & Groundbreakers – Sponsors thanked. Groundbreakers plugged. Internet fades to black.📢 Top StoriesDeleteMe's approach to removing personal information from data broker siteshttps://www.deleteme.com/how-deleteme-com-searches-and-deletes-personal-information-from-the-internet-and-dark-web/SXSW updates and Digg.com informationhttps://www.sxsw.com/news/  https://digg.com/"Who Am I" AI search capabilitieshttps://www.perplexity.ai/LMNT Zero Sugar Electrolyte Drink Mix and its partnership with Team USA Olympic Weightliftinghttps://drinklmnt.com/SQUEEZEDeepSeek-V3 performance on Mac Studiohttps://hyperight.com/deepseek-v3-0324-the-first-open-source-ai-to-beat-non-reasoning-models/Impact of GTA6 release on other game publishers' release scheduleshttps://www.forbes.com/sites/paultassi/2025/03/26/as-the-gta-6-meteor-looms-publishers-are-fleeing-the-impact-zone/Sale of DNA data by 23andMe during bankruptcyhttps://customercare.23andme.com/hc/en-us/articles/30805135934615-Questions-related-to-23andMe-s-Chapter-11-Filing3D printed and factory-built homes addressing the housing crisishttps://www.enterprise-tocsin.com/housing-crisis-spurs-alternatives-building-homes-3d-printing-walls-made-hemp-0GPT-4o System Card and OpenAI's stance on generating images of adult public figureshttps://openai.com/index/gpt-4o-system-card/🎧 Listen and FollowCatch more episodes and join the conversation on our official channels:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0bzwpvUInstagram: /thediggnation

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• Diggnation Live in Austin Texas: Old Rivals, New Vision

  Celebrating the relaunch of digg.com with a vibrant live show in Austin, Texas, Kevin Rose and Alex Albrecht welcomed a lineup of influential guests in a pivotal episode. The gathering brought together figures like tech entrepreneur Jason Calacanis [0:07:58], venture capitalist Chris Sacca [0:23:13], author and podcaster Tim Ferriss [0:40:54], and Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian [1:02:58] to reflect on the digital landscape and the resurgence of Digg. This special event underscored the return of a significant platform in the evolution of online communities. The conversations throughout the show highlighted the legacy of Digg and the future aspirations for the relaunched platform, emphasizing its continued relevance in the current digital era.📚 Time Code Markers00:00:00 • Intro00:02:30 • Diggnation's History and Live Streaming00:07:58 • Surprise Guest: Jason Calacanis Arrives00:13:44 • Remembering Tony Shea00:16:15 • Psychedelics, Mental Health, and Tim Ferriss's Impact00:18:12 • Future of Technology: Self-Driving Cars and AI00:24:29 • Generational Differences and "FSD Club"00:31:54 • Stevie Wonder Encounter Story00:36:38 • Banter and the Tim Ferriss "Ass-less Chaps" Story00:40:54 • Introduction of Special Guest: Tim Ferriss00:52:56 • Tim Ferriss Announces "Coyote" Game01:02:58 • Surprise Guest: Alexis Ohanian Joins01:06:53 • Digg vs. Reddit: Past Rivalry and Present Friendship01:12:39 • Alexis Ohanian on the Future of Online Communities and AI01:17:27 • Reflecting on Community Building and Future Collaboration01:23:17 • Final Remarks and Show End📢 Top StoriesDiggnation Live at South by SouthwestKevin Rose and Alex Albrecht host a live Diggnation episode in Austin, Texas, sharing their journey and engaging with the audience.https://www.eventbrite.com/e/diggnation-friends-live-tickets-1108798438979Kevin Rose Reflects on Diggnation's LegacyKevin and Alex discuss the impact of Diggnation, joking about creating a generation of alcoholics and the evolution of their careers.https://www.kevinrose.comPacific Palisades Fire Impact on Kevin RoseA serious note as Jason Calacanis acknowledges the impact of the LA fires on Kevin Rose's home, expressing relief for Kevin's safety.https://protos.com/home-of-moonbirds-founder-kevin-rose-destroyed-by-la-wildfires/Solid State Battery Road Test BeginsMercedes starts road testing solid-state batteries, promising a 620-mile charge range.https://electricdrives.tv/mercedes-benz-begins-road-testing-of-solid-state-battery-ev/The Future of Self-Driving CarsInsights into the evolution of electric and self-driving vehicles, highlighting Tesla, Waymo, and the impact on the future of transportation.https://www.automate.org/robotics/news/the-future-of-transportation-autonomous-vehicles-and-machine-learning👥 People MentionedKevin RoseCo-founder of Digg and co-host of Diggnation.https://digg.comAlex AlbrechtCo-host of Diggnation and tech enthusiast.https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1395403/Jason CalacanisEntrepreneur and host of the "All In" podcast, guest appearance on Diggnation.https://www.allinpodcast.co/Tim FerrissAuthor of "Tools of Titans" and podcaster, a long-time friend of Kevin and Alex.https://tim.blog/Chris SaccaInvestor and entrepreneur, early investor in Twitter (now X).https://twitter.com/saccaAlexis OhanianFormer Co-founder of Reddit.https://www.instagram.com/alexisohanian🛠️ Products and Tech HighlightsIKEA  Furniture and home goods retailer.  https://www.ikea.com  Diggnation  digg.comDigghttps://digg.com  Tesla  Electric vehicles, including Model X, Model S, and Roadster.  https://www.tesla.com  Mercedes  Automotive manufacturer.  https://www.mercedes-benz.com  Waymo  Self-driving technology/service.  https://waymo.com  NVIDIA  Graphics card manufacturer.  https://www.nvidia.com  Uber  Ride-sharing service.  https://www.uber.com  BYD  Chinese automotive manufacturer.  https://www.byd.com  DoorDash  Delivery service.  https://www.doordash.com  Amazon  E-commerce and cloud computing company.  https://www.amazon.com  Zoox  Self-driving technology company.  https://zoox.com  Lyft  Ride-sharing service.  https://www.lyft.com  Foursquare  Location-based social networking service.  https://foursquare.com  Gowalla  Former location-based social networking service.  https://gowalla.com  YouTube  Video-sharing platform.  https://www.youtube.com  Ozempic  Medication.  https://www.ozempic.com  Twitter / X  Social media platform.  https://twitter.com  Tim Ferriss Podcast  Podcast hosted by Tim Ferriss.  https://tim.blog/podcast  Reddit  Social media platform.  https://www.reddit.com  Walmart  Retail corporation.  https://www.walmart.com  Target  Retail corporation.  https://www.target.com  Exploding Kittens  Card game publisher.  https://www.explodingkittens.com  WhatsApp  Messaging app.  https://www.whatsapp.com  Komo Siqueila  Tequila brand, likely a humorous mispronunciation or reference to Chris Sacca's tequila.  https://komos.com/ Ford  Automotive manufacturer, mentioned humorously.  https://www.ford.com  Photoshop  Image editing software.  https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop.html  Figma  Interface design software.  https://www.figma.com  Athletic Brewing Company  Non-alcoholic craft beer.  https://athleticbrewing.com  NVIDIA GeForce RTX Series  Graphics processing units.  https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce/graphics-cards/rtx-40-series/🎥 Movies and Shows MentionedWayne's World  Comedy film inspired by the SNL sketch.  https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0105793/  Jackass  Media franchise known for its stunt-based films.  https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0322802/  Candyman  Horror film about an urban legend.  https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0103919/🎧 Listen and FollowCatch more episodes and join the conversation on our official channels:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/diggnation-rebooted/id1766027468Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0bzwpvUwHNLiGqlcTCBKJZ?si=cb939f7b59f740d1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thediggnation/

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• Under the Wire with AI, Exoskeletons, and Gaming PC builds | EP 10 | Diggnation

  Kevin and Alex take on everything from the future of teleportation, GLP-1 blindness, and using AI to help diffuse a bomb. Big stories today after Kevin's trip to Japan, including discussions about robotic exoskeletons, gaming rig building, and MIT's robotic insects. It's a fun-filled episode packed with insights and laughs. Plus, exciting news on Diggnation Live in Austin, which is nearly sold out!📚 Time Code Markers0:00:00 Introduction0:04:40 Travel and Personal Health: Tokyo trip, Kevin's health.0:06:30 Japanese Culture and Lifestyle: Denim, coffee, apartments.0:12:27 Home Improvement and Design: Kitchen reno.0:15:30 Diggnation Live tease, sponsor intros, Element ad.0:20:02 Technological Innovations: Exoskeletons in China.0:23:54 Gaming and Technology: Gaming rig build, AMD vs. Intel, Switch 2.0:36:44 Privacy and Data Security: Delete Me promotion.0:41:56 Sustainability and Future Tech: Carbon capture, teleportation.0:55:02 Health and Medical Procedures: Colonoscopy, death thought experiment.0:59:03 Drones and Surveillance: MIT insect drones, privacy.1:04:27 Starbucks and Public Spaces: Customer strategy, public bathrooms.1:13:03 Controversy and Social Commentary: Kanye, Shopify.1:22:54 Health and Wellness Trends: GLP-1s, obesity, Japanese lifestyle.1:35:48 Show Wrap-up and Announcements: Valentine's outro, live show teases.💎 Episode SponsorsDelete MeTake control of your data and keep your private life private with Delete Me. Sign up now for a special discount for our listeners.🔗 https://joindeleteme.com/digg💰 Promo Code: DIGGLMNTStay hydrated with LMNT, a zero-sugar electrolyte drink mix that's perfect for anyone looking to maintain their hydration levels without the added sugars.🔗 https://drinklmnt.com/digg📢 Top StoriesRobotic Exoskeletons Aid Tourists in Climbing China's Mountain Taihttps://www.cnn.com/travel/robotic-ex...Solar-Powered Device Captures Carbon Dioxide to Make Sustainable Fuelhttps://www.nature.com/articles/s4156...MIT's Robotic Insect Achieves Flight Recordhttps://www.sciencedaily.com/releases...👥 People MentionedTim Ferrisshttps://tim.blog/Jason Calacanis 

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• AI Sex Bots Are Here, Fires Reboot Kevin's Life, Wild NVIDIA Updates | E009 | Diggnation

  We’re tackling a mix of tech, personal stories, and some truly bizarre headlines this week! Kevin shares his "Dry January" journey, fueled by Athletic Brewing’s non-alcoholic beers, and recounts the devastating LA fires that destroyed his home, forcing him to rethink what really matters. On the tech front, we dive into the wild world of AI sex bots, the relaxing potential of "Face F#$%er" smart goggles, and cutting-edge advancements like NVIDIA’s game-changing graphics cards and AI software. Plus, we’re hyped for Diggnation Live in Austin, Texas, and we can’t forget Iceland's unexpected cucumber shortage.📚 Time Code Markers0:12:50 - Face massaging smart goggles0:17:00 - Kevin’s Dry January journey0:20:15 - Diggnation Live Event in Austin0:25:51 - Kevin’s house fire story and reflections0:51:00 - Lenovo’s flexible screen laptop from CES0:58:30 - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 and DLSS 4 discussion1:15:45 - Lucid Motors partners with SoundHound1:22:00 - AI "Operator" software revolution1:26:00 - Bitcoin’s role in banking post-SEC changes1:32:15 - Iceland’s cucumber shortage—thanks to TikTok!1:35:15 - Social media trends and their impact1:38:00 - Chat about the new studio setup📢 Top StoriesNew Lenovo Laptop Expands / CES  • Lenovo launches expanding, rollable l...  Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 review: Brutally fast, but DLSS 4 is the game changerhttps://www.pcworld.com/article/25858...Chinese Sex Bot + AI: Next-gen AI Bots Are On the Wayhttps://www.pcmag.com/news/chinese-se...Cucumber Shortages in Iceland Blamed on TikTok Crazehttps://www.foxnews.com/food-drink/cu...Honda’s New EV at CES 2025https://www.theverge.com/2025/1/10/24...Lucid’s Partnership with SoundHound and What it Means for LCID Stockhttps://www.marketbeat.com/originals/...The US SEC Revokes SAB 121: What This Means for Crypto and BanksThe Powerful AI Tool That Cops (or Stalkers) Can Use to Geolocate Photos in Secondshttps://www.404media.co/the-powerful-...👥 People MentionedTim Ferriss: Guest at Diggnation Live and longtime tea buddy with KevinChris Sacca: Tech legend joining Diggnation LiveMix Master Mike: Beastie Boys DJ, spinning at Diggnation LiveMaggie: Organizing the Diggnation Live eventAllison: Co-hosted another podcast with Alex, "Half Hour Happy Hour"🛠️ Products and Tech HighlightsAI Sex Bots: Next-gen dolls with integrated AI that react to touchFace F#$%er Smart Goggles: Massage tech that lowers your heart rateLenovo Flexible Screen Laptop: CES innovation with expanding screensNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090: Ultra-powerful GPU with DLSS 4Lucid Motors x SoundHound: AI integration for the next generation of EVsAthletic Brewing: Non-alcoholic beers fueling Dry JanuaryMiele Air Purifiers: Keeping the air safe during LA’s fires🎥 Movies MentionedBlade Runner: Referenced in discussions about humanoid AI🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0bzwpvU...📱 Follow us on TikTok:

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