Stack Snacks

By John Siwicki

Explore the latest in tech each week with host John Siwicki on the Stack Snacks podcast. This snack-sized audio experience makes cutting-edge AI, product design, and development digestible. Get a p

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The podcast currently has 46 episodes available.

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January 06, 2025 Year-End Wrap-Up
In this episode, we dive into the latest developments in AI as 2024 draws to a close, focusing on major updates from both ChatGPT and Google's Gemini. The discussion covers ChatGPT's new universal search feature and mobile vision capabilities, along with OpenAI's Sora text-to-video model. The episode highlights Google's comeback with Gemini 2.0 and explores exciting new projects like Project Astra and Project Mariner, which aim to revolutionize how AI interacts with our physical and digital worlds. Special attention is given to Gemini Deep Research, a powerful new tool that can generate comprehensive research papers with proper citations by analyzing multiple web sources. This episode offers valuable insights into the rapidly evolving AI landscape and sets the stage for what's to come in the new year.
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November 14, 2024 ChatGPT Search: Is it Actually Useful?
ChatGPT Search is finally here, but is it any good? We're digging into this new AI search engine in a casual, no-nonsense way, exploring its features, quirks, and comparing it to the reigning champ, Google. I'll walk you through my own experiences using ChatGPT Search, showing you what it can do, where it excels, and where it falls a little short. We'll talk about the integration with ChatGPT Plus, the sourcing and citations (because accuracy matters!), and whether it's really a more seamless experience. Find out if ChatGPT Search is the game-changer it promises to be, or just another shiny new tech toy! Join the conversation and let me know what you think of AI search in the comments!
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September 01, 2024 Life Without Google Search: A Week-Long Experiment in Alternative Search Methods
In this episode of Stack Snacks, we dive into the challenges and surprises of living without Google Search. Our host shares their experience of replacing Google with AI-powered alternatives like Perplexity, ChatGPT, and Claude. From accidental searches on Android to missing out on Google's interactive sports updates, discover the hurdles and unexpected revelations of this digital detox. Whether you're an AI enthusiast or simply curious about reducing your reliance on tech giants, this episode offers valuable insights into the current state of search technology and the potential for AI-driven alternatives. Tune in for a candid exploration of life beyond the Google search bar and stay tuned for future updates on this ongoing experiment.
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August 18, 2024 Claude 3.5 Sonnet: Revolutionizing Developer Workflows
In this episode of StackSnacks, we dive into the game-changing impact of Claude 3.5 Sonnet and its Artifacts feature on software development. Our host shares personal experiences of how this AI tool significantly boosted productivity, allowing complex tasks to be completed in a fraction of the usual time. We explore the potential shift in development practices, the growing importance of well-documented frameworks and libraries, and the exciting future possibilities of AI-assisted coding. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just curious about AI's role in tech, this episode offers valuable insights into the evolving landscape of software creation. Join us as we discuss the benefits, potential drawbacks, and the inevitable changes coming to the world of coding.
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5min
August 15, 2024 Gemini's Updates: Google's AI Assistant Levels Up
In this episode of Stack Snacks, we dive into the latest and most exciting updates to Google's Gemini AI. We explore how Gemini is now integrating with essential Google apps like Keep, Calendar, and Docs, potentially revolutionizing personal productivity. The spotlight then turns to Gemini Live, Google's new voice-based AI companion, as we share first-hand experiences and speculate on its future impact. Join us for an insightful discussion on how these advancements might reshape our daily interactions with AI and what it means for the future of personal digital assistants.
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10min
July 15, 2024 Poe Platform & Eleven Labs' Voice Isolator

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June 24, 2024 Claude 3.5: A Surprising Release from Anthropic
In this episode of the Stack Snacks Podcast, host John Siwicki discusses the recent release of Claude 3.5 Sonnet by Anthropic. He describes it as a mid-tier model in the Claude family and shares his positive first impressions, particularly praising its coding capabilities and the 'Artifacts' feature. John encourages listeners to try out Claude 3.5 Sonnet and share their experiences and demos.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:07 Claude 3.5 Sonnet Announcement
00:31 Initial Impressions and Benchmarks
01:30 Coding Capabilities and Features
02:30 Recommendations and Final Thoughts
03:03 Conclusion and Call to Action

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June 13, 2024 Recap of Apple's Exciting WWDC Announcements
Recap of Apple's Exciting WWDC Announcements

In this episode of Stack Snacks, we dive into the latest Apple Intelligence announcements from their WWDC event. Highlights include new writing tools for Mail, Notes, and Pages, significant enhancements to Siri's natural language understanding and context awareness, as well as upcoming features like image creation from text prompts. We also explore the security aspects of device-based versus cloud-based AI integrations. Join us as we discuss how these developments could revolutionize user interaction and privacy in Apple's ecosystem.

00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:26 Apple's New Writing Tools
00:58 Revamping Siri
02:06 Image Creation and Privacy
03:25 Siri and Chat Integration
04:41 Final Thoughts and Future Prospects
06:16 Conclusion

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June 11, 2024 Exploring AI Features in ClickUp and Coda
On this episode of the Stack Snacks Podcast as he explores the latest AI features introduced by two popular apps—ClickUp and Coda. Discover how ClickUp's new tool, ClickUp Brain, enhances project management through AI-driven features like knowledge management, task automation, and an AI writer. Then, delve into Coda's innovative Coda Brain, which integrates seamlessly with other apps like Google Drive and Slack to enhance document creation and data management. Learn about these exciting new developments and how they aim to make AI more accessible and useful for everyone.

https://clickup.com/ai
https://coda.io/product/coda-brain

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5min
June 06, 2024 Streamline Your Tasks with VoiceNotes
In this episode, we dive into VoiceNotes, an innovative tool that transcribes your voice recordings and offers a variety of useful features. From creating summaries and to-do lists to generating tweets, blog posts, and emails, VoiceNotes enhances productivity for busy individuals. We share our experiences using the tool, highlighting its convenience, especially for new parents. Discover how VoiceNotes can simplify your workflow, and learn about its export options and subscription plans. Tune in to see if VoiceNotes is the right fit for you!

https://voicenotes.com

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FAQs about Stack Snacks:

How many episodes does Stack Snacks have?

The podcast currently has 46 episodes available.