Dive into the Gruen Effect this Christmas Eve with Ronald and Mike as they wrap up 2020 with a festive bang! Explore the maze of consumer behavior with insights from Victor Gruen and Ray Oldenburg, and unravel the mystery of Dead Malls. It’s a jolly journey through Wiki Rabbit Holes, Amazon’s massive workforce, and the quirks of Benford’s Law in election time—all in our X-mas Special finale!
2020
Quick Cart: Amazon Go’s swift answer to Parkinson’s Law
Amazon Go defies Parkinson’s Law in a shopping revolution—time is of the essence, and convenience is king. In this episode, we delve into the world of Amazon’s innovative retail solution that turns the tables on traditional shopping experiences. As Parkinson’s Law states, ‘work expands to fill the time available for its completion,’ but Amazon Go challenges this notion by minimizing the time spent in stores. We explore how this cutting-edge technology maximizes efficiency, allowing shoppers to bypass checkout lines and how it could redefine our understanding of time management. Tune in to discover if Amazon Go is the future of retail and what it means for the productivity paradox.
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Tech Tiers: Stepping Stones from AI to Spatial Computing
AI, Spatial Computing, and beyond: we delve into the intricate world where technologies build upon one another. We explore how the revelations in ‘The Social Dilemma’ documentary and insights from the book ‘Infinite Retina’ on Spatial Computing lay the groundwork for the next leaps in Artificial Intelligence. Join us as we stitch these concepts together, revealing how each innovation is a stepping stone to the next technological marvel.
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Benford’s Law: Math’s Top Secret, Cars and Money
Unveiling a mysterious phenomenon, this captivating third episode brings Benford’s Law to the forefront, inviting you to dive into the secrets of mathematics, the intriguing world of car platforms, and the complexity of money value. Discover the latest developments in Big Tech and technology at large.
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Digital Domination: Cold Online Wars and Apple’s 30% Tax
Explore the philosophical connections between TikTok, elementary education, and emerging virtual technologies. Journey with us through the ‘Cold Online War’ between the US and China, and delve into the corporate civil war between Epic Games and Apple. Consider the implications of Apple’s 30% cut on every In-App Purchase (IAP) and the potential impact on a singular virtual world’s online store.
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Our Digital Debut: Virtuality & TikTok Takeover
Dive into the world of virtual spaces and explore Microsoft’s potential acquisition of TikTok with hosts Mike and Ronald, both former Microsoft strategy consultants.
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