Will AI Snap That with Thanos and Rollins

Tens of thousands of AI agents reportedly broke loose at OpenAI and Anthropic, and now Sam Altman says it's time to slow down. Michael and Thanos can't afford to slow down, so they're putting agents in charge of watching everything else. This week they get into why dashboards fail and why agents are better at reading logs. They also cover business metrics that matter, auto-generated de...

AI agents are becoming more autonomous, connected, and unpredictable. In this episode of Will AI Snap That?, Thanos and Michael Rollins dive into AI security, autonomous agents, and what happens when AI systems behave in ways their creators never expected. They discuss the Hugging Face hack, AI agents accessing hidden networks, government systems being targeted, runaway agent communication, unexpe...

AI regulation, AI safety, and the future of artificial intelligence are at the center of this episode of Will AI Snap That. Thanos and Michael Rollins discuss AI regulation, AI agents, existential AI risk, government control, and the real-world impact of rapidly advancing AI technology. They also explore the Hugging Face AI agent hack, AI-powered software development, mutation testing, automated t...

AI is becoming more autonomous, more powerful, and harder for humans to understand. But how much control do we really have over artificial intelligence when AI agents can access computers, passwords, Gmail, financial systems, and even build software on their own? In this episode of Will AI Snap That, Thanos and Michael explore the biggest questions surrounding AI safety, autonomous AI, AI risks, a...

AI agents are getting more autonomous, AI models are finding new ways to collaborate, and the line between useful automation and unexpected behavior is becoming harder to define. In this episode of Will AI Snap That?, Thanos and Michael Rollins dive into Claude Code token changes, MCP vs Agent SDK efficiency, AI breakout experiments, autonomous robots, world models, and whether the AI apocalypse i...

AI is changing the way we build, test, and ship software, and in this episode, Michael Rollins and Faunus dive deep into what that actually looks like in practice. From completing a massive codebase refactor in just two days to using Claude for architecture visualization, goal loops, sub-agents, and automated correctness checks, this episode explores how AI is shifting engineers from writing code...

Is MCP Dead? Stateless MCP, Rogue Agents, and “Dangerous” Models (OpenAI vs GLM 5.3)Michael Rollins and his co-host Thanos discuss Michael’s ongoing “war” with MCP, arguing it’s largely a reimplementation of SDKs and often unnecessary when a harnessed LLM can write direct API integrations with better permission control; they critique “stateless MCP” features like pinned sessions, authentication, a...

AI is getting weird fast. This week we break down the Fable 5 chaos, the GPT 5.6 timing, the rise of vibe coders, and why software development is starting to look very different. If you work in AI, tech, or content, this one’s worth your time.

In this episode of AI Snap Thot, Michael Rollins and Thanos dig into one of the wildest AI stories of the week: an Instagram prompt-injection exploit that reportedly let attackers take over accounts by abusing old API paths. From there, the conversation expands into agent security, why tool access and authorization matter more than ever, and why “just letting the model do it” is still a dangerous...

It's been a true minute, my friends. But we're back! Today, Thanos and I catch up about the last few months. About what we've been doing, and how much fun it's been. It's so good to see the glistening, bald pate of my friend! Don't snap me, Thanos.

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00:00 Cold open: “Humans of Earth” intro 00:38 Meet the guest: Colin Masters (Epic Scale AI) 02:40 Colin’s origin story (military → construction → NYSE → dev) 04:00 The EPIC method: Explore–Plan–Implement–Check 05:40 Context isn’t a dump: vector DB + forced session search 06:20 Plans = branches (GitHub issues integration) 07:10 Memory bank: standardize decisions (deposits vs withdrawals) 08:40 Fee...

Debating AI Models and Efficient Workflow Management with Michael Rollins and ThanosIn this episode, Michael Rollins and his co-host Thanos discuss their experiences and frustrations with various AI models, specifically critiquing Sonnet 4.5 and GPT-5. They delve into the technical details of setting up PR environments using AWS Fargate and Terraform, and how these tools are integrated into their...

In this episode of 'Will AI Snap That,' host Michael Rollins, alongside his therapist Thanos, delves into the complexities of managing AI and engineering projects. Michael discusses the challenges he's facing as the bottleneck in his current project, where the rapid pace of development and code reviews is overwhelming. The conversation covers optimizing PR reviews, managing database mi...

The Death of Agile and the Rise of AI in Software DevelopmentIn this episode of 'AI Snap That,' hosts Michael Rollins and Thanos discuss the provocative statement that 'Agile is dead,' particularly critiquing the rigid and ceremonial aspects of Agile with a capital 'A.' They explore how small 'a' agile principles still hold value. They delve into their personal expe...

Navigating the Future Job Market: Opportunities and Challenges in the Age of AIJoin hosts Michael Rollins and Sean Byrnes as they explore the impact of AI on the job market in this insightful episode of 'AI Snap.' With a focus on new graduates and career paths, the discussion delves into the dislocations caused by technological advancements, overhiring trends, and the pandemic. They provid...

Navigating the Rise of Multi-Agent AI SystemsIn this episode of 'I Snap That,' hosts Michael Rollins and Thanos discuss their experiences and insights into the development and challenges of using multi-agent AI systems versus single-core LLM agents. While Thanos shares his recent travels in Greece and upcoming vacation plans, Michael dives deep into the complexities of AI coordination, the Blackbo...

Surviving the Robotic Apocalypse: Is Anthropic at War?!?!In this episode of 'AI Snap That,' hosts Michael Rollins and Thanos discuss their personal experiences with kitesurfing, wakeboarding, and snowboarding injuries before diving into the intriguing world of AI developments and dramas. They delve into the financial troubles and pricing strategies of AI giants Anthropic and Cursor, exploring how...

Will AI Transform General Aviation? Insights with Savvy Aviation's Tech ExpertsIn this episode, Michael Rollins and Thanos are joined by Chris and Adam from Savvy Aviation to explore the intersection of AI and aviation. They discuss how Savvy Aviation helps aircraft owners manage maintenance through machine learning and data analytics. The conversation dives into predictive models for engine h...

AI Model Reviews and Beach Coding AdventuresIn today's episode, Michael Rollins and his co-host Thanos discuss their recent experiences with various AI models, including Claude, Opus, Sonnet, and Gemini. They delve into the functionalities and differences of each model, focusing on their applications for coding and research. The conversation also touches on recent tech industry news, with a pa...

Exploring Expert AI Agents: Definitions, Tools, and Real-world ApplicationsIn today's episode of Will AI Snap, Thad, hosts Michael Rollins and Thanos delve into the definition and construction of expert AI agents. They discuss essential components such as LLMs, RAG databases, and working memory. The conversation covers the importance of these agents in various applications, the evolving tech lands...

Exploring MCP Servers and AI-Assisted CodingIn today's episode, Michael Rollins and Thanos dive deep into the world of MCP servers and discuss how they can significantly enhance productivity and streamline coding workflows. They share personal experiences with various tools, including Claude and Stripe, and the transformative potential of AI in coding and daily productivity. The conversation t...

Navigating the Future with AI: Balancing Innovation and Job SecurityIn this episode of 'Will AI Snap That?' Michael Rollins and co-host Thanos, along with special guest Jasper Sherman-Presser, dive into the multifaceted impact of AI on our future. They discuss the ethical dilemmas and existential questions surrounding AI's potential to replace human jobs, the importance of product and engineering...

In today's episode, Thanos and Rollins discuss the implications of discontinuing the production of pennies, explore new AI coding models like Claude Opus 4 and Sonnet 4, and delve into how AI can enhance contextual understanding for software engineers. They also examine the potential future of AI-driven productivity tools, including the Open Memory MCP server and the intersection of hardware and A...

In this episode, we talk about how AI can figure into engineering processes. Thanos brings the big-brain knowledge because, well, he's really good at this kind of stuff.