#BrainFood - A Human Curated Daily Podcast

In today’s episode: 🎶 KCRW’s Top 30 Songs of 2024 : From Jamie xx to Brainstory, Aili to St. Vincent, we’re diving into the tracks that defined the year and kept us grooving. 🛠️ Why Nothing Seems to Work : A deep dive into why companies design products that don’t last and how inefficiencies in markets, outsourcing, and consumer decision-making are holding us back. 🪑 Dezeen’s Best Designs of 2024...

In today’s episode: 🏎️ F1’s Marketing Masterstroke : How Formula 1 gained 50M new fans (including me!) with Netflix’s Drive to Survive , driver influencer strategies, and fan-first global expansion. 🧲 Revolutionary Magnetism : Discover “altermagnets,” the groundbreaking new class of magnetism that could redefine digital devices, quantum computing, and more. 🎶 Best Music Documentaries : From Don’...

Happy Friday! In today’s episode, we’re exploring groundbreaking tech, futuristic travel, and the surprising benefits of nature: • AI Clones in Meetings : Discover Pickle, a service that lets your AI clone attend meetings on your behalf, ensuring you’re always present—even when you need a break. • Microsoft’s AI Strategy : Why their focus on reducing human costs might be missing the real potential...

In today’s episode, we celebrate record-breaking achievements, explore emerging trends, and revisit iconic moments in culture: • Taylor Swift’s $2 Billion Tour : Breaking every concert tour record in history, we dive into the jaw-dropping stats behind The Eras Tour. From $4.2 million per hour on stage to $197 million in staff bonuses, this is a masterclass in scale and success. • Caitlin Clark’s I...

In today’s episode, we dive into the dynamic intersection of sports, technology, and creativity: • MLS Cup Highlights : Behind the scenes of ACF’s pre-game and post-game shows for the MLS Cup. From LA Galaxy’s electric energy to Red Bulls’ fan celebrations, it’s a glimpse into the magic we bring to the field every year. • Google’s Quantum Leap : Meet Willow, Google’s groundbreaking quantum chip th...

It’s officially holiday music season, and we’re bringing you the ultimate playlist to elevate your celebrations! Join Shelby Erickson as he shares a handpicked collection of unique and unexpected holiday tracks. This playlist features: • Legends like Coltrane and Hendrix • Fresh vibes from Khruangbin and Tyler the Creator • The surprisingly festive sounds of Snoop Dogg and Eazy-E Discover familiar...

Dive into today’s #BrainFood as we explore fascinating stories that connect culture, innovation, and personal growth: • Bitcoin’s $100k Milestone : What does Bitcoin’s future hold? Shelby Erickson breaks down why $100k isn’t the ceiling and how global commerce could shape its trajectory toward $250k per coin. Plus, hear AI’s take on Bitcoin as a global currency. • Your Brain on Music : Discover ho...

Welcome to #BrainFood , the podcast where curiosity meets culture. Each episode delivers bite-sized insights into fascinating stories, from the quirky behaviors of orcas to the versatile history of the word “f*ck,” the wild world of OnlyFans, and Hollywood’s love for sequels. We dive into unexpected revelations, cultural phenomena, and thought-provoking ideas: • Discover how Pokémon Go players are...

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In this episode of 🧠 #BrainFood, we’re diving into a mix of thought-provoking and entertaining stories that showcase creativity, technology, and cultural insights. • MF DOOM’s Album Art Revolution: Celebrating the 20th anniversary of MM..FOOD , we explore how DOOM and artist Jason Jägel redefined hip-hop visuals. The re-release cover by Sam Rodriguez adds a Norman Rockwell twist, honoring DOOM’s...

Welcome back to 🧠 #BrainFood! After a brief hiatus spent at ComplexCon 2024, we’re excited to dive into a fresh batch of fascinating topics that are shaping the future of tech, design, and culture. In today’s episode: • MVMT x Call of Duty Collaboration: We unpack MVMT’s exclusive reveal at ComplexCon—a one-of-a-kind MVMT x Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Cali Driver Automatic Watch. Discover how this...

Welcome to #BrainFood, the podcast that delivers the latest in business, tech, and culture, curated daily by Shelby Erickson. In today’s episode, we dive into stories that blend innovation, human spirit, and groundbreaking creativity: • The Athena Helmet Wins Big : Discover how Olivia Humphreys’ anti-hair loss helmet for chemotherapy patients took home the 2024 James Dyson Award. We explore the he...

Trick? Or Treat? Lucky for you, I choose treat. So here’s a handful of spooky music(you’ve probably never heard) to get you through this frightful day. Happy Halloween y’all - be safe out there! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit coolshit.substack.com

Dive into #BrainFood, a daily podcast delivering quick, thought-provoking bites from the worlds of business, tech, and culture. Each episode covers current trends and unique stories—from unexpected shifts in youth behavior, like the drop in marijuana use, to deep dives into holiday traditions and cutting-edge tech. With a mix of insightful analysis, a dash of humor, and topics you won’t find in yo...

In today’s episode: • America’s Gullibility Crisis : A look at how misinformation spreads and why we’re so bad at understanding context. • Egypt Declared Malaria-Free : After a 100-year battle, Egypt celebrates a historic achievement in public health. • Stunning Drone Shots of LA : We revisit an awe-inspiring aerial view from last night’s Dodger game. • Kurt Vonnegut’s Lost Board Game : Learn abou...

In this episode of #BrainFood, we explore the latest innovations in accessible tech, starting with a game-changing moment as a deaf woman uses caption glasses to “see” conversations in real-time. We also dive into the surge in WNBA playoff ratings—the highest in 25 years—and what’s driving this newfound attention. Plus, we tackle the controversial question: Can money really buy happiness? Spoiler:...

In this episode, I’ll give you a sneak peek into some major events that are changing the course of humanity. First up, Elon Musk – yes, him – is making waves with Tesla’s robots and robo-taxis, and SpaceX literally catching rockets with a chopstick-like contraption. But that’s for later – I’ll dive deep into it on Friday (if I have time). For now, let’s focus on something you can use right away: a...

Zoom’s AI avatars are inching closer to handling meetings for you—almost. Plus, we uncover a massive 8.7-million-year-old fossil site under a Los Angeles high school, offering a glimpse into ancient marine ecosystems. We also dive into the curious story of the “North Pond Hermit,” who lived in isolation for 27 years, and explore the bizarre Dookie Demastered album, re-released on everything from t...

The Nobel Prize in Physics 2024 has been awarded for groundbreaking advancements in machine learning through artificial neural networks. This episode dives into the pivotal contributions of Hopfield , who created networks for storing and reconstructing information, and Hinton , who developed methods for autonomously extracting properties from data, significantly enhancing tasks like image classifi...

In this episode, we explore the transformative effects of music on mental health, drawing insights from a compelling article that argues music acts as a powerful form of therapy. We discuss how studies reveal that music can significantly reduce anxiety, alleviate depression, and enhance emotional resilience by triggering dopamine release in the brain. Listeners will hear personal stories that illu...

In this episode, we dive into the experience of transforming a daily newsletter into a podcast, powered by AI. After just one week of testing, I’ve got some big thoughts to share! From discovering the magic of AI-generated podcast episodes to feeling like I’m forming a connection with my own virtual hosts, this journey has been nothing short of mind-blowing. We also touch on how tools like Noteboo...

In this episode, we dive into OpenAI’s massive $6.6 billion funding round, which has skyrocketed the company’s valuation to $157 billion. We explore what this means for the future of AI, including the challenges ahead—like leadership turmoil, potential restructuring, and balancing rapid growth with $5 billion in expected losses. Then, we shift gears to productivity hacks, breaking down the best ty...

We kick off with Microsoft’s refreshing stance on remote work, as a top exec assures employees that working from home is here to stay—unless productivity takes a hit. We also dive into 10 tips for balancing remote work and parenting. Next, we explore a groundbreaking quantum physics experiment that suggests time might not flow in just one direction. Plus, we debate why AI itself might not be the r...

We dive into Microsoft’s ambitious vision for AI companions from Day Three of the World Economic Forum 2024. Explore how AI will transform our lives, focusing on human-centered advancements with Mustafa Suleyman’s insights. Next, we journey to the Congo’s vibrant fashion scene, where the Sapeurs fuse flamboyant elegance with Yohji Yamamoto’s minimalist philosophy. Plus, we discuss the intriguing i...

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