In this episode, Demetrios engages in a conversation with Jason Pearl, Product Design & Engineering, and Justin Jackson, CEO & Co-founder at Transistor FM. The discussion delves into the evolution of podcasting, the intersection of technology and content creation, and the challenges faced when integrating AI into their platform. Justin shares his journey into podcasting, highlighting the deep connections and opportunities that arise from this medium. Jason recounts his transition from finance to software development and elaborates on creating a massively multiplayer video game. The conversation moves to Transistor.fm's role in podcast hosting, dynamic ad insertion, and the recent addition of AI transcription powered by Deepgram. They explored the deliberate and considered approach to implementing AI technology in their platform, touching on the user experience, pricing decisions, and the balance between variable costs and scalability. Their thoughtful approach to product design, user experience, and pricing provides valuable insights for entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts. The episode emphasizes the value of deep connections fostered by podcasting and the potential of AI technology when thoughtfully integrated into content creation tools.

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