165 - Its Quiet…Too Quiet on the AI front

Some more thoughts check out the substack - https://ryanoilrig.substack.com/p/the-pendulum-is-swinging-on-ai The Quiet Front: We discuss the recent lack of major, "sock-blowing-off" AI updates and debate whether this lull is due to the holiday season or a sign that the pace of innovation is slowing down. AI-Proof Careers: We tackle a listener question about finding career paths safe from AI takeover, discussing the value of physical trades, the "small physical component" theory (like dentistry), and why predicting the future remains impossible. The "Dark Leisure" Debate: We explore Fabian Stelzer's intriguing theory that people hide their AI use not out of shame, but because the traditional labor compensation model offers no economic incentive to share productivity gains. The Dark Side of AI Pranks: We review a disturbing real-world example: the Florida woman who used a homeless man’s AI-generated viral image to file a fake assault report, underscoring the serious ethical consequences of synthetic media. The Human Renaissance: We conclude with a final thought from Laura Matsue, appreciating how the increasing "synthetic" nature of the internet is driving people back to "old ways"—physical books, in-person meet-ups, and a greater appreciation for human connection and presence. Find the Contributors: @Ryanmariebach78 (Ry)@fabianstelzer (Fabian)@lauramatsue (Laura Matsue)