Episode 153: Is the 'Nanobanana' the End of Photoshop?

This week, we're diving into the good, the bad, and the slightly uncanny with Google's new Gemini Flash 2.5 image editor, a.k.a. the "Nanobanana." This groundbreaking tool uses simple text prompts to make complex image edits, but is it a genuine replacement for traditional software like Photoshop? We'll break down the pros and cons, including its impressive speed and character consistency, as well as its surprising flaws and heavy censorship.

In this episode, we're covering:

• The rise of a new AI image editor that promises to simplify complex tasks and boost creative productivity.

• The massive capital being invested in AI labs like OpenAI and Anthropic and what it means for the future of the industry.

• A look at the surprising link between AI adoption and a 13% decline in jobs for young adults.

• A "great take" on how people who can think without AI may gain a huge advantage over those who become entirely dependent on it.

• Why some employers are going back to paper resumes to prevent AI, and what that says about authenticity in the age of automation.

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