The Generative AI Meetup Podcast
Welcome to ”The Generative AI Meetup Podcast” the go-to podcast for all things generative AI, hosted by tech enthusiasts Mark and Shashank. Each week, we dive into the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence, breaking down the latest news, trends, and breakthroughs in this exciting field. Our episodes feature insightful discussions, expert analyses, and exclusive interviews with trailblazers who are harnessing the power of AI in creative and innovative ways. Join us as we explore the fascinating landscape of generative AI, from cutting-edge research to real-world applications that are reshaping industries. Whether you’re an AI expert, a tech hobbyist, or simply curious about the future of technology, ”AI Unleashed” offers engaging content for everyone. Get ready to be inspired, informed, and entertained as we embark on this journey through the world of artificial intelligence. Tune in and be a part of our AI community! Subscribe now to ”The Generative AI Meetup Podcast” and never miss an episode! Follow us on Apple Podcasts and join the conversation. Let’s unlock the limitless potential of generative AI together! 🤖✨🎧
Episodes

Friday Jan 31, 2025
Friday Jan 31, 2025
🔥 NVIDIA's Stock Crash & The DeepSeek Revolution: What You Need to Know
In this episode, we dive deep into the recent NVIDIA stock crash and how DeepSeek, a groundbreaking AI model from a Chinese hedge fund, is disrupting the entire AI industry. We break down:
• Why DeepSeek R1's achievements are sending shockwaves through the tech world• How they achieved similar results to OpenAI at 1/1000th of the cost• Technical innovations behind DeepSeek's success• The future of edge computing and AI hardware• Impact on NVIDIA and the broader AI market
Key topics covered:- DeepSeek's revolutionary approach to AI model training- CUDA, GPU architecture, and parallel computing explained- Market implications and investment opportunities- Edge computing predictions and the democratization of AI
Join us for an in-depth technical discussion on how DeepSeek is transforming the economics of AI and what it means for the future of computing.
#AI #DeepSeek #NVIDIA #TechNews #EdgeComputing #Investment

Saturday Jan 25, 2025
Saturday Jan 25, 2025
🔥 EXCLUSIVE: First Look at Sentient AI's Revolutionary Dobby Model
Join us for an unprecedented interview with the secretive Sentient AI team, who've raised an astounding $85M in seed funding. Get the inside scoop on their groundbreaking AI model Dobby - the world's first truly community-owned and aligned AI assistant.
In this special episode:• Meet the minds behind Sentient's business development and AI research teams• Deep dive into Dobby's unique "unhinged" personality and pro-freedom values• Discover how Sentient is revolutionizing AI ownership through blockchain technology• Learn about their innovative approach to model loyalty and community alignment• Exclusive preview of Dobby Unleashed and Dobby Unhinged variants
Featured guests include Sentient's business development team and their entire AI research team, discussing their vision for decentralized AI development and how they're empowering the community to shape the future of artificial intelligence.
Don't miss this fascinating conversation about the intersection of AI, crypto, and community ownership in the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence.
#AI #Crypto #Web3 #ArtificialIntelligence #Technology #Innovation #Blockchain #CommunityOwned #AIStartup
podcast: https://podcast.genaimeetup.com/
Sentient Links
X: https://x.com/SentientAGI
Website: https://sentient.foundation/
dobby: https://sentient.xyz/
discord: https://discord.com/invite/sentientfoundation

Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
Meetup Event: https://www.meetup.com/gen-ai/events/305158672
deep seek: https://chat.deepseek.com/
Subscribe to the podcast: https://podcast.genaimeetup.com/
In this week's episode, Mark and Shashank dive into the latest announcements from NVIDIA at CES 2025, including the groundbreaking RTX 50 series GPUs and the emergence of tiny, single-user supercomputers. They explore the implications of TSMC's 4nm chip production in Arizona and its impact on U.S. manufacturing and AI advancements. The conversation shifts to the impressive algorithmic innovations behind DeepSeek v3 and Microsoft's Phi-4, demonstrating how curated and synthetic data are driving efficiency in smaller, more powerful AI models. Mark shares his experience using AI tools like Claude 3.5 for medical insights and reflects on the potential of AI in healthcare. They also discuss NVIDIA’s Cosmos platform for robotics and how self-learning frameworks could shape the future of AGI development. Finally, they highlight an exciting upcoming event with Sentient AI and why it’s a must-attend for anyone in the Generative AI space.

Sunday Jan 12, 2025
Sunday Jan 12, 2025
Links:
Sentient AI Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/gen-ai/events/305158672/
Deepseek: https://www.deepseek.com/
Nvidia CES Announcement: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/ces-2025-jensen-huang/
Simulated Snake/Worm neural network video: https://youtu.be/dqL66xD2b2s?si=iI3XeEC2yCYjNIq5
In this episode, recorded during a road trip to Tahoe, hosts Mark and Shashank dive deep
into the latest AI breakthroughs, focusing on Deepseek's remarkable achievements in AI model development.
They discuss how this Chinese company managed to create a competitive 670 billion parameter model
with just a fraction of the resources of major tech companies. The conversation explores various technical
innovations, from mixed precision training to multi-headed latent attention mechanisms, and extends to
Nvidia's latest announcements at CES 2024, including their new RTX 50 series GPUs and advancements in
robotics. Join Mark and Shashank for an engaging discussion about algorithmic improvements, computational
efficiency, and the future of AI development, all while navigating through Sacramento's nighttime streets.
Key topics covered:
- Deepseek's AI model achievements
- Technical innovations in AI model training
- Nvidia's CES 2024 announcements
- Developments in robotics and self-driving technology
- The future of AI development

Saturday Jan 04, 2025
Saturday Jan 04, 2025
Youtube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=es03jKOsJpE
Arc Prize: https://arcprize.org/blog/oai-o3-pub-breakthrough
https://deepmind.google/technologies/veo/veo-2/Sora: https://openai.com/index/sora-is-here/New video modelspika2: https://pikartai.com/login/ - takes awhile to generate. A few minutessoraveo2https://www.deepseek.com/
In this episode of the Generative AI Meetup Podcast, Mark and Shashank return after the holidays with fresh insights. They discuss the state of generative AI video models like OpenAI's Sora, Pika Labs, and Google's Veo2, exploring their strengths, weaknesses, and practical use cases. The duo dives into the current AI market landscape, questioning whether the rapid growth is sustainable or if we're heading toward an AI winter. They debate the economic impact of AI, its role in the stock market, and whether the "Magnificent 7" tech giants can justify their soaring valuations.
They also explore groundbreaking developments like DeepSeek's budget-friendly GPT-4 class model and the rise of agentic AI, which could redefine productivity. Wrapping up with actionable advice, they reflect on how listeners can adapt and thrive in a world being reshaped by AI.

Sunday Dec 08, 2024
Sunday Dec 08, 2024
In this episode, Mark and Shashank dive into OpenAI's latest announcement, the $200/month GPT Pro model, and explore its capabilities, like self-reflection and handling complex reasoning tasks. They discuss how this new tier might impact researchers, developers, and knowledge workers, and compare it with advancements from Google, Amazon, and the open-source community. The conversation spans cutting-edge topics like agentic behavior, video generation models, multi-modal advancements, and the potential societal shifts as AI continues to evolve. From software engineering to the coffee-making "world model," this episode unpacks the state of generative AI and what lies ahead.

Sunday Nov 17, 2024
Sunday Nov 17, 2024
In this episode, Mark and Shashank dive into the transformative world of AI-generated music with tools like Suno and Oudio, exploring their implications for the music industry and creativity. They debate the strengths and weaknesses of leading generative AI models, including Anthropic's Claude, OpenAI's GPT, and Elon Musk's ambitious X.AI. The duo also discusses the critical role of hardware in AI, from Intel’s challenges to OpenAI’s custom chip strategy, and how it could shape the future of computing. Packed with insights, industry trends, and a touch of humor, this episode is a must-listen for tech enthusiasts and curious minds.

Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
This week, Shashank and Mark sit down with SambaNova Systems, a leading AI chip startup competing with tech giants like Nvidia and Cerebras. Joined by SambaNova's Director of Machine Learning, Urmish, and founding team member Raghu, they explore how SambaNova's reconfigurable data flow architecture is changing the game in AI inference and training. They discuss the company’s unique hardware, fast inference capabilities, memory optimizations, and what the future holds for AI chip innovation. Learn what it takes to build high-performance AI systems and where the industry is headed next!

Saturday Oct 19, 2024
Saturday Oct 19, 2024
In this week's episode, Shashank and Mark dive deep into Nvidia's current dominance in the AI hardware space and the potential challengers on the horizon. As companies like AMD, Cerebras, and SambaNova work to chip away at Nvidia’s massive lead, is it time to reconsider your portfolio? Plus, we explore cutting-edge applications of generative AI in DNA analysis, gene therapy, and how AI agents could revolutionize everything from medical treatments to productivity tools.

Friday Oct 11, 2024
Friday Oct 11, 2024
In this episode, Mark and Shashank sit down with Greg and Chris, co-founders of AI Maker Space, at a hackathon in Palo Alto at the offices of 500 startups. They discuss the mission of AI Maker Space to build a community for developing and deploying large language model applications. The conversation covers topics such as the use of retrieval augmented generation (RAG) versus fine-tuning, the role of agents in AI applications, the importance of traditional software engineering skills in AI development, and the future of AI—including vision-language models and embodied AI. Greg and Chris also share advice for newcomers interested in entering the AI field.
https://aimakerspace.io/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbDZFHUjTCCUKyXgcp3g50Q