MOLTBOT, MOLTBOOK, LLM's WITH LEGS & ADS IN GPT: Jimmy and Matt debate their favourite AI stories from Jan/Feb 2026

MOLTBOT, MOLTBOOK, LLM's WITH LEGS & ADS IN GPT: Jimmy and Matt debate their favourite AI stories from Jan/Feb 2026

Author: Matt Cartwright & Jimmy Rhodes February 2, 2026 Duration: 1:19:16
Send us Fan Mail Ads are coming to your chatbot, and the timing couldn’t be worse. We dig into why “sponsored suggestions” inside a conversation risk breaking the core promise of AI assistants: fast, neutral answers you can trust. With OpenAI trialling ads and predictions that rivals may follow, we map out how monetisation could target high‑intent queries, erode confidence in recommendations, and push users toward smaller or open‑source models that keep the experience clean. From there we tu...

Hosted by Matt Cartwright and Jimmy Rhodes, Preparing for AI: The AI Podcast for Everybody moves beyond the technical hype to examine how these technologies are reshaping the very fabric of our daily lives. This isn't just about algorithms and code; it's a grounded conversation on the human stories, ethical dilemmas, and societal shifts happening right now. Each episode digs into the unexpected intersections where artificial intelligence meets politics, religion, economics, and public health, making complex topics accessible and relevant. The first series set the stage by analysing AI's tangible impact across various industries, exploring its role in sustainability, and demystifying the rapid evolution of large language models. Building on that foundation, the second series takes a more forward-looking turn, grappling with crucial questions of safety, governance, and the long-term future we're actively building-a discussion that acknowledges both profound potential and significant risk. Tune in for a thoughtful, wide-ranging dialogue that equips you with context and understanding, no matter your starting point. This podcast serves as an essential guide for anyone curious about navigating the world AI is creating.
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Preparing for AI: The AI Podcast for Everybody
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EMERGENCY PODCAST: DeepSeek shakes the foundation of AI [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:43
Send us Fan Mail Jimmy and Matt scramble into the AI bunker to sound the alarm with an urgent, emergency episode. In the past week an emerging model from a relatively unknown Chinese developer, DeepSeek, has redefining t…