Diggnation (Rebooted)

Sign up for the Digg newsletter on the front page:https://digg.comKevin Rose and Alex Albrecht reunite to ask what deserves our time in an AI-saturated world, from online degrees and disappearing junior jobs to handmade watches, rogue agents, and social media limits. They also unpack Kevin's open-source Reflection Engine and the OpenAI and Hugging Face breach, then share practical ways their families are taking back their attention.EPISODE NOTESEducation and workAI-assisted cheating is forcing colleges to rethink online degrees. Kevin and Alex consider live, AI-assisted oral exams and what happens to the career ladder when entry-level work disappears.https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/10/us/ai-cheating-online-degrees.html?unlocked_article_code=1.4VA.HRYd.ZobdZ73IWxnTWatches with a storyAlex shares the watch he assembled by hand before the conversation turns to watchmakers signing their work, vintage restorations, and creating heirlooms that matter more than status.https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/06/fashion/artisans-signing-watches-jaeger-lecoultre.html?eafs_enabled=falseThe Reflection EngineKevin explains how a language model can learn your goals, values, and recurring patterns while raising real privacy questions.https://github.com/kropdx/reflection-engineAgents in the real worldA gym-booking agent gets its user the perfect reservation by making the system worse for everyone else. It is a neat example of how an agent can fulfill its instructions while missing their spirit.https://digg.com/tech/l3c70y6wAI securityKevin recommends the Black Hat presentation "The 'Breaking' News: The OpenAI and Hugging Face Incident." The pair discuss agents escaping a sandbox, compromising shared infrastructure, and defensive AI patching vulnerabilities at machine speed.Presentation:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87DyyMV0kCYTaking back attentionKevin previews an experimental microblogging idea called "Sunday," while both hosts compare family screen rules, device-free socializing, app timers, and other ways to make technology ask less of us.CHAPTERS00:00 Cold Open00:39 Diggnation Returns01:35 Alex Turns 5006:09 A New Show Format07:03 AI and Online Degrees09:34 The Entry-Level Problem11:09 Reinventing the Final Exam14:39 The AI Marketing Job17:24 Alex Builds a Watch23:31 Watchmakers Sign Their Work27:05 Craft, Status, and Stories32:01 The Reflection Engine37:10 AI in Everyday Life40:48 The Rogue Gym Agent44:00 OpenAI and Hugging Face Breach49:37 AI Whiplash51:23 Technology That Asks Less56:25 What Comes Next

Diggnation Episode 19 is part tech dispatch, part suburban diary. Kevin and Alex open with updates on sobriety, lawn mowing, and a Linux laptop built from scratch. Then it's into smart home experiments, including security cameras that yell at people a little too enthusiastically.Digg news includes app store approvals, invite rollouts, a bot-thwarting system called the Human Captcha Project, and new plans for user-led communities. They also drop "Digg Daily," an AI-powered news podcast you can call by phone like it's 2006 again.Other highlights include a Chinese EV promising 1000 miles per charge, some soul-searching about Tesla, a look at Polymarket’s ethical gray zones, and Chipotle being delivered by drone. Add in complaints about LA transit, the surprise return of CDs, and Google’s Pixel 10 flexing real-time translation.DeleteMeGet your personal data off the internet. 20% off at joindeleteme.com/DIGG with code DIGG.---SquareSee how Square can help your business run smarter. Learn more at square.com/go/DIGG.---LMNTZero-sugar electrolytes that actually work. Get a free sample pack with any order at drinkLMNT.com/DIGG.Chapter Markers00:00:00 - Diggnation begins. You chose to press play.00:01:22 - Kevin’s sober. Alex fought a spider.00:03:08 - Lawns were mowed. Childhoods resurfaced.00:05:14 - Kevin builds a Framework laptop. Linux approves.00:08:19 - Security cameras now yell at people.00:15:15 - Digg app gets approved. Embeds are live.00:16:36 - Human Captcha Project launches. Your way into Digg.00:17:36 - Users pitch ideas. Communities expand.00:21:42 - Homemade beef jerky enters the chat.00:23:20 - Digg Daily becomes a phone-in podcast.00:29:30 - A Chinese EV promises 1000 miles.00:38:07 - Sponsor: Delete Me. For digital vanishing acts.00:42:08 - Prediction markets meet ethics. It's complicated.00:54:45 - Chipotle delivery by drone is real.00:59:43 - LA transit vs. DC. Everyone loses.01:03:39 - Sponsor: Square. Business gets infrastructure.01:05:21 - Sponsor: Element. Electrolytes want attention.01:08:01 - CDs return. Audiophiles feel seen.01:17:26 - Kids once entertained themselves. Wild.01:21:30 - Pixel 10 does real-time translation.01:28:46 - Pixel Watch and Apple Watch square off.01:30:59 - Closing remarks. You made it.

Kevin’s 82 days sober. Alex has a new audio toy. And Grok AI thinks “Hitler” is still trending (yikes). This week on Diggnation, we unpack Bitcoin conspiracies, Commodore nostalgia, and why Americans have forgotten how to party. Also: Nanoblocks, nude bowling, and a startup so weird Google only bought the humans. It’s retro futurism, digital privacy, and a kitchen remodel.Merch store is open! swag.digg.com⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 Intro and Welcome 01:13 Justin, CEO of Digg.com Joins 03:04 Kevin's Sobriety Update and "Hooch" Mention 04:08 Kevin's Nanoblocks Hobby 08:10 Alex's Kitchen Remodel and Wine Cellar 11:32 Lossless Audio Streaming with Wiim Ultra 16:53 Digg.com Merchandise & Dark Mode Launch 19:28 Digg.com Desktop Beta & Community Feedback 23:56 Bitcoin Hits All-Time High 25:15 Satoshi Wallet Movement & China Conspiracy 31:58 Bitcoin Holding Strategy & Dollar-Cost Averaging 39:49 Commodore 64 Relaunch & Retro Futurism 41:44 First Computer Memories 46:59 Childhood Pranks & 900 Numbers 50:54 Reviving Old Tech Companies (Claude AI Ideas) 52:41 Grok AI Controversy: Returns "Hitler" 57:38 AI, Misinformation, and Source Truth 1:01:04 Re-testing Grok: "Universe Seeker of Truth" 1:03:59 Why AI Defaults to "Bad" / Human Entitlement 1:14:49 Americans Don't Party Enough & "Netflix and Chill" 1:19:11 Call to Action: Throw More Parties 1:27:05 Windsurf Acquisition by Google & Cognition 1:30:37 The Value of Individual AI Talent & Non-Competes 1:32:55 Nude Bowling & Nudism Discussion Polycade Marquee – Want to see your custom Polycade marquee featured on the show? Submit a still image or short video (MP4, 1920x360 resolution, 30fps).Public Diggnation Assets: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1k7ZxENxqQl0TLqGwusbsRPS3wkY5PFk0?usp=drive_linkSponsors:ZBiotics – Pre-alcohol probiotic engineered by real scientists: https://zbiotics.com/diggMonarch Money – Get 50% Off Monarch Money, the all-in-one financial tool at www.monarchmoney.com/DIGGLMNT – Zero-sugar electrolyte mix for healthy hydration. Get a free 8-count Sample Pack with any purchase. https://drinklmnt.com/diggDeleteMe – Privacy protection that removes your personal info from hundreds of data brokers. Get 20% off with code DIGG at checkout. https://joindeleteme.com/DIGGWix – Build your own website fast with AI tools or over 2,000 customizable templates. https://bit.ly/4kHb2rd📰 Top Stories: • Bitcoin hits $122K, Satoshi wallet stirs conspiracy: www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-07-14/bitcoin-hits-record-high-of-120-000-as-bullish-momentum-builds • Commodore 64 relaunches with retro flair: www.commodore.net • Grok AI slammed for “Hitler” surname bug: x.com/goodside/status/1944266538191622624 • Americans party 50% less since 2003: reason.com/2025/07/11/americans-dont-party-enough-heres-how-to-change-that • Google buys Windsurf team, not company (no link) • Nude bowling event goes “Balls Out” in PA: www.pennlive.com/news/2025/07/want-to-bowl-in-the-nude-in-pennsylvania-theres-an-event-coming-up-just-for-you.html👤 People Mentioned:/Alex Albrecht – Host of Diggnation /Kevin Rose – Host of Diggnation Justin – CEO of Digg Will Harlan – Provided wine for the show Johnny – Opened "Curated" wine shop on La Brea Allison – Alex’s G4 friend, works at Curated Elon Musk – Associated with Grok AI and Tesla integration Satoshi – Creator of Bitcoin, linked to wallet movement Ron Burgundy – Referenced during nude bowling chat Lt. Joe Cable – Musical role Alex played in college Cory Feldman & Cory Haim – Mentioned in voicemail ad reference Jesus – Referenced during AI religion discussion Joseph Smith – Referenced in AI conversation Dan Trachtenberg – Director of *Prey*, TRS alum Zuck (Mark Zuckerberg) – Mentioned in AI talent acquisition /Mau (Mauricio Balvanera) – Producer of Diggnation and Director of Audio & Media Experiences at Digg 🛍️ Products Mentioned:Bitcoin – Cryptocurrency hitting all-time high Commodore 64 – Classic computer relaunch Grok AI – AI chatbot model with QA issues Windsurf – Coding IDE acquired for talent Claude – AI model referenced in comparison OpenAI – AI company mentioned in QA contrast Perplexity – AI search/chat tool Gemini – Google’s AI model Tesla – Car company potentially integrating Grok Wiim Ultra – Lossless streaming audio device Apple 2e – Alex’s first computer IBM PS/1 – Kevin’s first computer Microsoft Flight Simulator Rock Band – Game Kevin played with friends Polycade – Retro arcade gaming cabinet Nanoblocks – Kevin’s mini block-building hobby Duplo / Mega Blocks – Referenced humorously Sonos – Audio system in Alex's home Tailwind – CSS framework for dark mode MLS records – Real estate data discussed Netflix – Referenced in “Netflix and chill” bit Google – Acquired Windsurf’s team Cognition – Bought Windsurf’s remaining IP

Kevin’s 41 days sober and glowing, Alex voices a Viking, and AI is still deeply weird. This week, Kevin tries Google's "Flow" video tool, which turns your prompt into something between an ad and a fever dream. Alex talks loop group voice work on Predator: Killer of Killers, and Kevin explains why Eleven Labs’ new AI is scarily good at conversations. Also: red-tinted contact lenses that might give you night vision, Builders AI getting caught with 700 human coders, and a hot take on residuals from the streaming wars. Alex's kitchen remodel is still chaos, Kevin's skin is allegedly better, and yes, Apple is skipping straight to iOS 26. Because of course they are.⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro and Welcome 01:43 Kevin Discusses Recent Travel (NYC) 02:22 Sober Life Update (41 Days), Physical Effects Discussed 06:32 Diggnation 20th Anniversary Mention (July 1st) 07:41 Alex's New Mac Laptop Purchase (M4 Pro) 13:03 Alex Tries Mascot Harlan Wine 14:16 Kevin Shares Google's Flow AI Video Generation Experiments 24:30 Watching the "Plastic Baby" AI Video 28:00 Discussion of Flow Features (Continuity, Extending Scenes) 29:20 Alex Reveals He is In Predator: Killer of Killers 38:17 Streaming Royalties, SAG/AFTRA, and AI Impact 0:50:54 Apple's Reported Jump to iOS 26 0:55:41 Kevin Shows His New iPhone and Hard Graft Sleeve 0:59:45 Reflections on Aging, Time, and Pet Toaster 1:01:04 Antarctica Trip for Kevin's 50th? 1:03:19 Builder.AI Exposed for Using Human Engineers 1:06:53 Satirical Builder.AI AI Video 1:09:34 Bitcoin and Crypto Bro Kidnapping Story 1:13:17 11 Labs Conversational AI 2.0 Demo 1:23:18 Infrared Contact Lenses Development 1:27:05 Apple AirPods Hearing Aid Feature 1:28:22 Attempting Mouse Contact Lens AI Video 1:32:25 Closing Remarks, Continued Sobriety Reflections📦 Sponsors:NordVPN – Secure your internet and hide your IP. Get a deal on a 2-year plan + 4 bonus months: https://NordVPN.com/diggVuori – 20% off your first order of ridiculously comfortable clothes: https://vuori.com/DIGGLMNT – Zero-sugar electrolyte mix. Free sample pack with any purchase: https://drinklmnt.com/diggZBiotics – Pre-alcohol probiotic engineered by real scientists: https://zbiotics.com/diggMonarch Money – Personal finance app that helps you manage your budget without judgment: https://monarchmoney.com/📰 Top Stories: Builders AI bankruptcy: https://www.theregister.com/2025/05/20/builders_ai_real_people/ Flow AI demo: https://ai.googleblog.com/2025/05/introducing-flow-google-video-generation Infrared contact lens tech: https://www.sciencenews.org/article/night-vision-contact-lenses-infrared Eleven Labs Conversational AI 2.0: https://elevenlabs.io/blog/conversational-ai-update Apple skips to iOS 26: https://www.macrumors.com/2025/05/15/apple-ios26-2026-plan/👤 People Mentioned: Alex Albrecht – / alalbrecht Kevin Rose – / kevinrose Dan Trachtenberg – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1502434/ Will Harlan – / willharlan Alexis Ohanian – https://www.776.com/team/alexis-ohanian Mauricio Balvanera – / maubrowncow Heather (Alex’s wife) – still hates AirDrop Betty White – timeless icon Wim Hof – https://www.wimhofmethod.com/ Tim Ferriss – https://tim.blog/🛍️ Products Mentioned: Flow (Google AI tool) – https://ai.google/tools/flow/ Eleven Labs – https://elevenlabs.io/ Unreal Engine – https://www.unrealengine.com/ MacBook Pro Max – https://www.apple.com/macbook-pro/ Mascot Harlan wine – https://www.harlanestate.com/mascot Builder.AI – https://www.builder.ai/ AirPods Pro – https://amzn.to/3ZakGJV Snapchat – https://www.snapchat.com/ FaceTime – https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204380 Kore Shorts (Vuori) – https://vuori.com/products/kore-short Hard Graft – https://www.hardgraft.com/ Costco – https://www.costco.com/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/ Bitcoin – https://bitcoin.org/🎧 Follow Diggnation:Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/diggnation-rebooted/id1766027468Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/0bzwpvUwHNLiGqlcTCBKJZInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/thediggnation

We’re not saying nostalgia hits harder with a cocktail in hand. But it helps. Dr. Tiki and Lala from Tiki Bar TV join Alex and Kevin for a tropical-tinged episode full of old internet tales, new tech obsessions, and the slow unraveling of Alex's appendix-related trauma.They sip Mascot wine, wrestle with home automation setups, and revisit the chaotic brilliance of the early web. Plus: robot horses, maple syrup whiskey, and the most ethical lottery heist ever attempted.0:00 Intro0:02 Mascot Wine & Tony Hawk memories – Fancy juice, legendary guests0:05 Emergency Appendix Removal – Everything is fine, no one panic0:09 Home Automation – Kevin gifts Alex cursed smart gear0:14 Emails: Anxiety & Claustrophobia – Meditation, vodka, or both0:22 Sponsor: Vuori – Soft clothes for hard emotional spirals0:32 Lottery Hack – They did the math. It paid off.0:39 Sponsor: LMNT – Electrolytes for the hungover and hopeful0:43 Kawasaki’s Robot Horse – Childhood dreams, now rideable0:44 Nintendo Switch 2 – New console, same impulse buy0:47 Sponsor: Delete Me – Because your data is not vibing0:49 Guest Segment: Jeff & Lala – The Tiki Bar TV reunion you didn’t know you needed0:56 Mixology Interlude – Drinks. Weird ones. Made live.1:01 Mixology Interlude continued – Still shaking things up1:20 Wrap-up – Tiger count confirmed. French toast pending💎 Episode SponsorsVuoriVuori is an investment in your happiness. Get 20% off your first purchase at vuori.com/digg.Free shipping on U.S. orders over $75 and free returns. Exclusions apply. Visit the site for full terms.DeleteMeDeleteMe removes your personal info from hundreds of data broker sites and keeps it off.Get 20% off your plan at joindeleteme.com/digg with code DIGG.The only way to get the discount is by using that link and code at checkout.LMNTLMNT is a zero-sugar electrolyte drink mix with 1,000 mg of electrolytes and 200 mg of potassium.Trusted by Olympic athletes and Navy SEAL teams.Get a free sample pack with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/digg. Also try LMNT Sparkling, a 16 oz can of bold, fizzy electrolytes.Not for you? Email [email protected] for a no-questions-asked refund.📢 Top StoriesTiki Bar TV returns (kind of)https://www.tikibartv.comHome automation via Unifihttps://community.ui.com/stories/UniFi-Enhancing-the-household-through-automation-wireless-and-wired-access/d438fb9d-f4f7-4b2f-bfcd-d7e812855c6eNintendo Switch 2 preordershttps://www.nintendo.com/us/whatsnew/nintendo-maintains-nintendo-switch-2-pricing-retail-pre-orders-to-begin-april-24-in-u-sTexas Lottery heist (the legal kind)https://www.texasmonthly.com/news-politics/these-guys-spent-25-million-to-win-the-lottery-they-almost-did/Robot horses exist now, apparentlyhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/rideable-horse-robot-viral-video-the-real-story-behind-it/🎧 Listen and FollowApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0bzwpvUInstagram: @thediggnation

Celebrating the relaunch of digg.com with a vibrant live show in Austin, Texas, Kevin Rose and Alex Albrecht welcomed a lineup of influential guests in a pivotal episode. The gathering brought together figures like tech entrepreneur Jason Calacanis [0:07:58], venture capitalist Chris Sacca [0:23:13], author and podcaster Tim Ferriss [0:40:54], and Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian [1:02:58] to reflect on the digital landscape and the resurgence of Digg. This special event underscored the return of a significant platform in the evolution of online communities. The conversations throughout the show highlighted the legacy of Digg and the future aspirations for the relaunched platform, emphasizing its continued relevance in the current digital era.📚 Time Code Markers00:00:00 • Intro00:02:30 • Diggnation's History and Live Streaming00:07:58 • Surprise Guest: Jason Calacanis Arrives00:13:44 • Remembering Tony Shea00:16:15 • Psychedelics, Mental Health, and Tim Ferriss's Impact00:18:12 • Future of Technology: Self-Driving Cars and AI00:24:29 • Generational Differences and "FSD Club"00:31:54 • Stevie Wonder Encounter Story00:36:38 • Banter and the Tim Ferriss "Ass-less Chaps" Story00:40:54 • Introduction of Special Guest: Tim Ferriss00:52:56 • Tim Ferriss Announces "Coyote" Game01:02:58 • Surprise Guest: Alexis Ohanian Joins01:06:53 • Digg vs. Reddit: Past Rivalry and Present Friendship01:12:39 • Alexis Ohanian on the Future of Online Communities and AI01:17:27 • Reflecting on Community Building and Future Collaboration01:23:17 • Final Remarks and Show End📢 Top StoriesDiggnation Live at South by SouthwestKevin Rose and Alex Albrecht host a live Diggnation episode in Austin, Texas, sharing their journey and engaging with the audience.https://www.eventbrite.com/e/diggnation-friends-live-tickets-1108798438979Kevin Rose Reflects on Diggnation's LegacyKevin and Alex discuss the impact of Diggnation, joking about creating a generation of alcoholics and the evolution of their careers.https://www.kevinrose.comPacific Palisades Fire Impact on Kevin RoseA serious note as Jason Calacanis acknowledges the impact of the LA fires on Kevin Rose's home, expressing relief for Kevin's safety.https://protos.com/home-of-moonbirds-founder-kevin-rose-destroyed-by-la-wildfires/Solid State Battery Road Test BeginsMercedes starts road testing solid-state batteries, promising a 620-mile charge range.https://electricdrives.tv/mercedes-benz-begins-road-testing-of-solid-state-battery-ev/The Future of Self-Driving CarsInsights into the evolution of electric and self-driving vehicles, highlighting Tesla, Waymo, and the impact on the future of transportation.https://www.automate.org/robotics/news/the-future-of-transportation-autonomous-vehicles-and-machine-learning👥 People MentionedKevin RoseCo-founder of Digg and co-host of Diggnation.https://digg.comAlex AlbrechtCo-host of Diggnation and tech enthusiast.https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1395403/Jason CalacanisEntrepreneur and host of the "All In" podcast, guest appearance on Diggnation.https://www.allinpodcast.co/Tim FerrissAuthor of "Tools of Titans" and podcaster, a long-time friend of Kevin and Alex.https://tim.blog/Chris SaccaInvestor and entrepreneur, early investor in Twitter (now X).https://twitter.com/saccaAlexis OhanianFormer Co-founder of Reddit.https://www.instagram.com/alexisohanian🛠️ Products and Tech HighlightsIKEA Furniture and home goods retailer. https://www.ikea.com Diggnation digg.comDigghttps://digg.com Tesla Electric vehicles, including Model X, Model S, and Roadster. https://www.tesla.com Mercedes Automotive manufacturer. https://www.mercedes-benz.com Waymo Self-driving technology/service. https://waymo.com NVIDIA Graphics card manufacturer. https://www.nvidia.com Uber Ride-sharing service. https://www.uber.com BYD Chinese automotive manufacturer. https://www.byd.com DoorDash Delivery service. https://www.doordash.com Amazon E-commerce and cloud computing company. https://www.amazon.com Zoox Self-driving technology company. https://zoox.com Lyft Ride-sharing service. https://www.lyft.com Foursquare Location-based social networking service. https://foursquare.com Gowalla Former location-based social networking service. https://gowalla.com YouTube Video-sharing platform. https://www.youtube.com Ozempic Medication. https://www.ozempic.com Twitter / X Social media platform. https://twitter.com Tim Ferriss Podcast Podcast hosted by Tim Ferriss. https://tim.blog/podcast Reddit Social media platform. https://www.reddit.com Walmart Retail corporation. https://www.walmart.com Target Retail corporation. https://www.target.com Exploding Kittens Card game publisher. https://www.explodingkittens.com WhatsApp Messaging app. https://www.whatsapp.com Komo Siqueila Tequila brand, likely a humorous mispronunciation or reference to Chris Sacca's tequila. https://komos.com/ Ford Automotive manufacturer, mentioned humorously. https://www.ford.com Photoshop Image editing software. https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop.html Figma Interface design software. https://www.figma.com Athletic Brewing Company Non-alcoholic craft beer. https://athleticbrewing.com NVIDIA GeForce RTX Series Graphics processing units. https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce/graphics-cards/rtx-40-series/🎥 Movies and Shows MentionedWayne's World Comedy film inspired by the SNL sketch. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0105793/ Jackass Media franchise known for its stunt-based films. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0322802/ Candyman Horror film about an urban legend. 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We’re tackling a mix of tech, personal stories, and some truly bizarre headlines this week! Kevin shares his "Dry January" journey, fueled by Athletic Brewing’s non-alcoholic beers, and recounts the devastating LA fires that destroyed his home, forcing him to rethink what really matters. On the tech front, we dive into the wild world of AI sex bots, the relaxing potential of "Face F#$%er" smart goggles, and cutting-edge advancements like NVIDIA’s game-changing graphics cards and AI software. Plus, we’re hyped for Diggnation Live in Austin, Texas, and we can’t forget Iceland's unexpected cucumber shortage.📚 Time Code Markers0:12:50 - Face massaging smart goggles0:17:00 - Kevin’s Dry January journey0:20:15 - Diggnation Live Event in Austin0:25:51 - Kevin’s house fire story and reflections0:51:00 - Lenovo’s flexible screen laptop from CES0:58:30 - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 and DLSS 4 discussion1:15:45 - Lucid Motors partners with SoundHound1:22:00 - AI "Operator" software revolution1:26:00 - Bitcoin’s role in banking post-SEC changes1:32:15 - Iceland’s cucumber shortage—thanks to TikTok!1:35:15 - Social media trends and their impact1:38:00 - Chat about the new studio setup📢 Top StoriesNew Lenovo Laptop Expands / CES • Lenovo launches expanding, rollable l... Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 review: Brutally fast, but DLSS 4 is the game changerhttps://www.pcworld.com/article/25858...Chinese Sex Bot + AI: Next-gen AI Bots Are On the Wayhttps://www.pcmag.com/news/chinese-se...Cucumber Shortages in Iceland Blamed on TikTok Crazehttps://www.foxnews.com/food-drink/cu...Honda’s New EV at CES 2025https://www.theverge.com/2025/1/10/24...Lucid’s Partnership with SoundHound and What it Means for LCID Stockhttps://www.marketbeat.com/originals/...The US SEC Revokes SAB 121: What This Means for Crypto and BanksThe Powerful AI Tool That Cops (or Stalkers) Can Use to Geolocate Photos in Secondshttps://www.404media.co/the-powerful-...👥 People MentionedTim Ferriss: Guest at Diggnation Live and longtime tea buddy with KevinChris Sacca: Tech legend joining Diggnation LiveMix Master Mike: Beastie Boys DJ, spinning at Diggnation LiveMaggie: Organizing the Diggnation Live eventAllison: Co-hosted another podcast with Alex, "Half Hour Happy Hour"🛠️ Products and Tech HighlightsAI Sex Bots: Next-gen dolls with integrated AI that react to touchFace F#$%er Smart Goggles: Massage tech that lowers your heart rateLenovo Flexible Screen Laptop: CES innovation with expanding screensNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090: Ultra-powerful GPU with DLSS 4Lucid Motors x SoundHound: AI integration for the next generation of EVsAthletic Brewing: Non-alcoholic beers fueling Dry JanuaryMiele Air Purifiers: Keeping the air safe during LA’s fires🎥 Movies MentionedBlade Runner: Referenced in discussions about humanoid AI🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0bzwpvU...📱 Follow us on TikTok:

Welcome back to Diggnation! We’re hanging out at Alex’s place, catching up on Thanksgiving, holiday plans, and some wild stories from the world of tech, entertainment, and nostalgia. Kevin breaks down his epic sous-vide-and-smoked turkey leg recipe, and we share the big announcement—Diggnation Live is coming to SXSW this March! Get ready for an unforgettable reunion.This episode dives into NASA’s delayed return to the moon, Kevin’s ride in a Waymo robotaxi, and the groundbreaking diamond battery tech that could last for 5,700 years. We also reminisce about the return of Chi-Chi’s, laugh at the absurdity of Miller High Life’s dive bar perfume, and explore everything from retro shows to cutting-edge innovation.📚 Chapter Markers:00:00 – Intro from Alex’s House02:19 – Kevin’s Sous Vide and Smoked Turkey Masterpiece08:30 – Thanksgiving Recap and Holiday Plans10:57 – Diggnation Live at SXSW Announcement15:26 – NASA Delays First Crewed Moon Mission in 50 Years37:18 – Kevin’s Waymo Robotaxi Experience in San Francisco46:18 – World’s First Nuclear-Powered Diamond Battery Unveiled52:10 – Chi-Chi’s Restaurants Return After Decades55:20 – Miller High Life’s Dive Bar Perfume🌍 Stories Covered in This Episode:NASA delays the first crewed flight to the moon in over 50 years: https://www.cnn.com/2024/12/05/science/nasa-artemis-moon-mission-landing-delays/index.htmlKevin shares his Waymo robotaxi experience as it expands into Miami: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/12/05/waymo-announces-robotaxi-expansion-to-miami.htmlUK scientists unveil the world’s first nuclear-powered diamond battery: https://interestingengineering.com/energy/worlds-first-carbon-14-diamond-batteryChi-Chi’s plans new restaurant openings after 20 years: https://apnews.com/article/chichis-mexican-restaurant-bankruptcy-56cb8587fd2b90656e7fd2e698596536Miller High Life’s dive bar-inspired perfume hits the market: https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/miller-high-life-dive-bar-perfume👥 People Mentioned:Dan Trachtenberg (10 Cloverfield Lane, Prey): https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0870469/Jeff Cannata (The Totally Rad Show): https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1620503/Gary Vaynerchuk: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gary_VaynerchukBuzz Aldrin: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buzz_Aldrin🎬 Movies Mentioned:10 Cloverfield Lane: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1179933/Prey: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11866324/Predator: Badlands (upcoming project)📺 TV Shows Mentioned:The Totally Rad Show: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9W8ulBO3Z0BYv2UtRM0VDABlack Mirror: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2085059/The Boys: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1190634/Andor: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9253284/🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0bzwpvUwHNLiGqlcTCBKJZ?si=8da8435d747d4fb9📱 Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thediggnation📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thediggnationDon't forget to like, subscribe, and leave your thoughts in the comments!