Diggnation (rebooted)

By: Kevin Rose
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  • Diggnation is back! After a 15-year break, the guys are returning with all new episodes. Diggnation covers the top stories from around the internet. Kevin Rose and Alex Albrecht give you their unique, sometimes awkward, and always hilarious take on the edges of the internet. Just a couple of geeks sitting on a couch.
    © 2024 Kevin Rose
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  • AI Sex Bots Are Here, Fires Reboot Kevin's Life, Wild NVIDIA Updates | E009 | Diggnation

    AI Sex Bots Are Here, Fires Reboot Kevin's Life, Wild NVIDIA Updates | E009 | Diggnation
    Jan 28 2025
    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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    1 hr and 41 mins
  • AI Breakthroughs, Star Wars News, and Alex’s OnlyFans?! | EP 008 | Diggnation

    AI Breakthroughs, Star Wars News, and Alex’s OnlyFans?! | EP 008 | Diggnation
    Dec 27 2024
    🎄 The holiday vibes are here, with cutting-edge tech, and pop culture galore! We chat about everything from New Year’s resolutions to groundbreaking AI advancements, plus some wild stories like Jeremy Allen White joining The Mandalorian as Rotta the Hutt and Hyundai teaming up with Amazon to sell cars online. Kevin reveals some exciting live show details, Alex jokes about OnlyFans (or is he serious?), and we dive into Star Wars, Superman, and AI-driven robot training that’s faster than ever before. 📚 Chapter Markers 00:00 Intro: Holiday Plans and New Year’s Resolutions 05:11 Kevin Teases Live Show Details 17:03 Jeremy Allen White Joins the Star Wars Universe 28:11 OpenAI’s o3 Models Redefine AI Capabilities 42:44 Physics Simulations and Robots Training 430,000x Faster 51:25 Making Live-Action Movies with AI (It’s Happening) 1:04:33 Hyundai Cars on Amazon—The Future of Car Shopping 1:09:20 James Gunn’s Superman Trailer Drops 1:16:01 Wrap-Up and Alex’s OnlyFans 🎥 Stories Covered in This Episode Jeremy Allen White joins *The Mandalorian and Grogu* https://variety.com/2024/film/news/star-wars-jeremy-allen-white-the-mandalorian-and-grogu-1236243927/ OpenAI announces o3 models https://x.com/mickmumpitz/status/1867218762732097641 Physics sim trains robots 430,000x faster https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2024/12/new-physics-sim-trains-robots-430000-times-faster-than-reality/ Hyundai cars now available on Amazon https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-autos-buy-car-online James Gunn’s Superman trailer https://digg.com/digg-vids/link/james-gunn-superman-trailer-video?utm_source=digg 👥 People Mentioned Jeremy Allen White Star of *Shameless* and now *The Mandalorian and Grogu*. IMDb https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2092835/ Mix Master Mike Iconic DJ known for his work with the Beastie Boys. Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mix_Master_Mike Nichelle Nichols Legendary actress best known as Uhura in *Star Trek*. IMDb https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0629667/ Stan Lee Comic book legend who created Marvel superheroes. Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stan_Lee Jude Law Acclaimed actor known for roles in films like *The Talented Mr. Ripley*. IMDb https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000179/ Dan Trachtenberg Director of *10 Cloverfield Lane* and *Prey*. IMDb https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3728086/ 🎬 Movies and TV Shows Mentioned *The Mandalorian and Grogu* Latest Star Wars film featuring Gardula the Hutt and more. IMDb https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8111088/ *The Book of Boba Fett* Star Wars series focused on Boba Fett’s adventures. IMDb https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13668894/ *The Iron Claw* Upcoming film about the Von Erich wrestling family. IMDb https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11771458/ *Superman: Legacy* James Gunn’s reboot of the Superman franchise. Digg https://digg.com/digg-vids/link/james-gunn-superman-trailer-video?utm_source=digg *Shameless* Long-running TV series about the dysfunctional Gallagher family. IMDb https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1586680/ *Skeleton Crew* New Star Wars series. Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Star_Wars:_Skeleton_Crew *The Three-Body Problem* Sci-fi series based on the novel by Liu Cixin. IMDb https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11720368/ *Black Mirror* Dystopian anthology series exploring the dark side of technology. IMDb https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2085059/ 💡 Tech and Trends AI-generated live-action movies are here https://x.com/mickmumpitz/status/1867218762732097641 AI portrait photos with Picstudio.ai https://www.picstudio.ai/?via=diggnation Wi-Fi 7 The future of wireless technology with faster speeds and lower latency. Wi-Fi Alliance https://www.wi-fi.org/discover-wi-fi/specifications Ring Cameras Smart home security systems with video monitoring. Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Ring-Floodlight-Camera-Motion-Activated/dp/B0726ZMR8K Sonos Speakers High-quality wireless speakers with smart features. Sonos https://www.sonos.com/en-us/shop/era-100 Ubiquiti WiFi Devices Powerful networking gear for homes and businesses. Ubiquiti https://www.ui.com/ 🌀 Fun Extras Gardula the Hutt Star Wars character making an appearance in *The Mandalorian and Grogu*. Zuul The Ghostbusters demon we all love to fear. Miyazaki Renowned Japanese director behind classics like *Spirited Away*. IMDb https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0594503/ Alex’s OnlyFans Yes, it’s real. Toe-tally Rad Shoes! onlyfans.com/toetallyradshoe 🎧 Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/0bzwpvUwHNLiGqlcTCBKJZ?si=8da8435d747d4fb9 📱 Follow us on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thediggnation 📸 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thediggnation Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave your thoughts in the comments!
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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • Miller High Life Cologne + SXSW Live Reunion Show Announced | EP 007 | Diggnation

    Miller High Life Cologne + SXSW Live Reunion Show Announced | EP 007 | Diggnation
    Dec 12 2024

    Welcome back to Diggnation! We’re hanging out at Alex’s place, catching up on Thanksgiving, holiday plans, and some wild stories from the world of tech, entertainment, and nostalgia. Kevin breaks down his epic sous-vide-and-smoked turkey leg recipe, and we share the big announcement—Diggnation Live is coming to SXSW this March! Get ready for an unforgettable reunion.

    This episode dives into NASA’s delayed return to the moon, Kevin’s ride in a Waymo robotaxi, and the groundbreaking diamond battery tech that could last for 5,700 years. We also reminisce about the return of Chi-Chi’s, laugh at the absurdity of Miller High Life’s dive bar perfume, and explore everything from retro shows to cutting-edge innovation.

    📚 Chapter Markers:
    00:00 – Intro from Alex’s House
    02:19 – Kevin’s Sous Vide and Smoked Turkey Masterpiece
    08:30 – Thanksgiving Recap and Holiday Plans
    10:57 – Diggnation Live at SXSW Announcement
    15:26 – NASA Delays First Crewed Moon Mission in 50 Years
    37:18 – Kevin’s Waymo Robotaxi Experience in San Francisco
    46:18 – World’s First Nuclear-Powered Diamond Battery Unveiled
    52:10 – Chi-Chi’s Restaurants Return After Decades
    55:20 – Miller High Life’s Dive Bar Perfume

    🌍 Stories Covered in This Episode:
    NASA delays the first crewed flight to the moon in over 50 years: https://www.cnn.com/2024/12/05/science/nasa-artemis-moon-mission-landing-delays/index.html
    Kevin shares his Waymo robotaxi experience as it expands into Miami: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/12/05/waymo-announces-robotaxi-expansion-to-miami.html
    UK scientists unveil the world’s first nuclear-powered diamond battery: https://interestingengineering.com/energy/worlds-first-carbon-14-diamond-battery
    Chi-Chi’s plans new restaurant openings after 20 years: https://apnews.com/article/chichis-mexican-restaurant-bankruptcy-56cb8587fd2b90656e7fd2e698596536
    Miller High Life’s dive bar-inspired perfume hits the market: https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/miller-high-life-dive-bar-perfume

    👥 People Mentioned:
    Dan Trachtenberg (10 Cloverfield Lane, Prey): https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0870469/
    Jeff Cannata (The Totally Rad Show): https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1620503/
    Gary Vaynerchuk: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gary_Vaynerchuk
    Buzz Aldrin: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buzz_Aldrin

    🎬 Movies Mentioned:
    10 Cloverfield Lane: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1179933/
    Prey: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11866324/
    Predator: Badlands (upcoming project)

    📺 TV Shows Mentioned:
    The Totally Rad Show: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9W8ulBO3Z0BYv2UtRM0VDA
    Black Mirror: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2085059/
    The Boys: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1190634/
    Andor: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9253284/

    🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0bzwpvUwHNLiGqlcTCBKJZ?si=8da8435d747d4fb9
    📱 Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thediggnation
    📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thediggnation

    Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave your thoughts in the comments!
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    1 hr and 24 mins

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