This week on Supercharged, Tommy and Adam consider productivity, and when to much effort to be productive exacerbates the problem the effort attempts to solve.

165: Productivity Problems

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Tommy and Adam discuss the latest developments in artificial intelligence, include a massive leap forward in face swapping for pets and (the obviously less important) autonomous vehicle accident prevention. Also, watch out for ambient computing!

243: Super Easy Pet Swapping (and Other New AI)

Tommy and Adam discuss how AI will help—and is already helping—the medical industry improve the diagnostic process and save lives.

242: Dr. Computer

Tommy and Adam discuss the reasons behind the fascination with watching professionals do great work and what we actually gain from it.

241: The Allure of Expertise

Tommy and Adam discuss Apple's decline into an overpriced garbage fire and the potential impact of Google's new math test for artificial intelligence.

240: It's Over 9000!

Tommy and Adam discuss Instagram's decision to test the removal of likes from posts in Canada as well as a new app that analyzes your farts.

165: Productivity Problems

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