Catching Up:

• Peter is in the final stretch of a 10-day call and looking forward to time off.

• Aubrey shares updates on her graduation timeline, wedding planning stress, and how her classes feel like a slog in the final semester.

Main Topic: Social Media Across Generations

Peter and Aubrey compare their experiences and attitudes toward various social platforms:

Facebook:

• Aubrey: Rarely uses it, mostly to check in on family posts; associates it with an older generation.

• Peter: Actively dislikes it, especially post-2020; only keeps it for limited practical reasons.

• Shared sentiment: Feels like a platform overwhelmed by misinformation and outdated content.

Instagram:

• Aubrey: Treats it like a personal photo scrapbook; now uses it sparingly and mindfully.

• Peter: Mostly follows memes, bands, and comics; minimal time spent but appreciates the humor.

Twitter/X, BlueSky, Mastodon:

• Aubrey: Never liked Twitter and hasn't touched it in years.

• Peter: Deleted his Twitter account after Elon Musk's acquisition; briefly explored alternatives like BlueSky and Mastodon but found them underwhelming.

TikTok:

• Aubrey: Used to spend a lot of time on it for humor and recipes but now imposes strict limits to avoid doomscrolling.

• Peter: Visits occasionally but hasn't engaged enough for the algorithm to work well; finds it underwhelming.

LinkedIn:

• Aubrey: Only uses it to play the games (!) and occasionally updates for academic reasons.

• Peter: Actively dislikes the culture of self-congratulatory posting; logs in solely to clear out spammy messages.

Reddit:

• Peter: His most-used platform, especially for niche interests and news. Recommends curating the homepage to filter out toxicity.

• Aubrey: Dislikes the general vibe; finds it to be full of complaints and arguments. Feels more like a "cesspool" than a community.

Mini Segments:

• Peter's Medical Fact:

Sleeping more than 9 hours regularly can be worse for you than getting too little sleep, increasing the risk of early-onset dementia and other health issues.

• Aubrey's Physics Update:

Aubrey revisits a previous topic about Microsoft's quantum chip and shares skepticism from a condensed matter physicist. Claims about stabilizing Majorana zero modes are likely overblown or misleading, casting doubt on Microsoft's announcement.

Episode Notes:

• Personal Updates & Music Discussion

• Aubrey shares plans for a spring break camping trip.

• Peter reflects on a hectic work schedule and the challenge of balancing clinic and surgery days.

• Discussion on Spiritbox's new album Tsunami Sea, its evolution from Eternal Blue, and its potential impact on the metal scene.

AI in Everyday Life

• Both hosts discuss their regular use of AI tools.

• Aubrey uses AI for tasks like rewording sentences, generating email drafts, and even creating AI images for fun.

• Peter extensively uses AI for running a Dungeons & Dragons campaign, generating content, summarizing documents, and simplifying technical tasks.

• The usefulness of AI in coding, including debugging and optimizing scripts.

Where AI Excels and Fails

• AI shines in summarizing information, brainstorming, and streamlining repetitive tasks.

• Math and creative writing remain weak points for AI, as it often generates incorrect solutions and generic prose.

• The dangers of relying on AI too much, particularly in academic settings.

• Apple's AI offerings, including Image Playgrounds and auto-summarization, fall short in comparison to more established AI tools.

Final Thoughts

• The importance of using AI as a supplement rather than a substitute for human effort.

• Excitement about the future of AI, particularly in creative and technical fields.

• A preview of upcoming topics and a reminder to like, share, and subscribe.

Join us for a fun and insightful discussion on the intersection of AI and daily life--whether for work, creativity, or just making life a little easier.

Aubrey's Boxing Experience:

- Attended her coach's professional boxing match, her first-ever pro fight.

- Describes the intensity of 3-minute rounds and the brutal nature of the sport.

- Insight into weight cuts and the physical toll on fighters.

Book Talk -- Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere:

- Peter finishes The Lost Metal and prepares for Wind and Truth by watching a 3-hour recap video.

- Aubrey finishes Wind and Truth and dives into The Sunlit Man, discussing the interconnectedness of the Cosmere.

- Both discuss Tress of the Emerald Sea and how it serves as a great entry point to Sanderson's universe.

Epic Systems Campus Tour:

- Aubrey shares her visit to Epic Systems' whimsical and surreal campus in Madison, Wisconsin.

- Descriptions of themed buildings (Wizarding, Alice in Wonderland, Chocolate Factory) and over-the-top decor.

- The quirky layout includes tunnels, galaxy carpets, and immersive themed environments.

- Peter recalls his experience at Epic, humorously comparing it to a parody of Silicon Valley excess.

Rants on Electronic Medical Records:

- Peter explains his love-hate relationship with Epic as an EMR, likening it to choosing the least bad STD.

- Critiques on how EMRs prioritize billing and coding over patient care.

- Insight into the history of Epic, which started as billing software.

Tech and Science Corner:

- Discussion on Ozempic and Wegovy's impact on elective surgeries due to delayed gastric emptying.

- Aubrey explains a breakthrough in quantum computing with Microsoft's Majorana 1 chip, potentially revolutionizing simulations.

- Peter passionately explains why encryption backdoors are inherently flawed.

- Criticism of UK's request to Apple to implement a global backdoor.