Issue No. 25Sunday, June 21, 2026164 episodes · 671 articles
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Midjourney Medical, AI Talent Wars 2.0, G7 Recap, Jake Paul Joins

With John Coogan, Jordi Hays, Derek Thompson, Renee Haas, Rob Slaughter, Rob Reed, Julie (Taste Labs CEO), David Senra, Jake Paul, Jeff Woo · Sunday, June 21, 2026

This episode delved into Midjourney's surprising expansion into medical imaging with an advanced body scanner, the intensified AI talent wars seeing key researchers and policy experts move to OpenAI, and a cultural critique with Derek Thompson on America's 'cult of self-enhancement' and the influence of his 'Abundance' thesis on politics. Discussions also included ARM Holdings CEO Renee Haas on navigating the AI chip boom and future semiconductor challenges, Rob Reed on the urgent need for DNA supply chain security, and Jake Paul of Anti-Fund sharing insights into his barbell investment strategy and unique approach to brand building and sports promotion.