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In this MOTS extra I took @iamjasonlevin to the park where I apologised to MOTS listeners (in general) and we discussed the state of marketing. We covered:
- Paid launch video boosting
- Calling yourself hot online
- Corgi Cafe alternatives

You don't get this kind of analysis anywhere else.
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Langfuse is the #1 open-source LLMOps platform that helps developers trace, evaluate, and optimize LLM applications from prototype to production. With observability, prompt management, experiments, and evaluations in one integrated platform, Langfuse makes it easier to build reliable AI products that continuously improve over time.
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I caught up with @yoesbeforebros to talk about SF culture and whatever the hell vogue world is (i'm just a boy).
We covered:
- SF culture in 2026
- Events (@JoinFAI gala, oyster raves???)
- Twitter and group chats shaping SF culture
Disclaimer: Audio needed to be salvaged for this so it's a little quiet and wonky (I am very intelligent).
Watch on X; listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
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Blackbox AI is an AI-powered software development platform designed to help developers and non-developers build, test, fix, and deploy code and applications faster and with less manual effort than traditional tools.
Capy is the better way to build and run AI workflows. It’s a multiplayer IDE for agents, automations, and intelligent systems. Create agents, automate tasks, and connect your data into systems that actually get work done, all in one place.
Circleback makes meetings memorable. From detailed notes to action item tracking and searchable meetings. With powerful automations and integrations, Circleback helps you capture knowledge, stay organized, and turn conversations into meaningful work. Use this link to get 60 days free.
Langfuse is the #1 open-source LLMOps platform that helps developers trace, evaluate, and optimize LLM applications from prototype to production. With observability, prompt management, experiments, and evaluations in one integrated platform, Langfuse makes it easier to build reliable AI products that continuously improve over time.
Chatbase is an AI agent platform that helps businesses build, deploy, and manage AI customer support agents across chat, email, and voice. With powerful integrations, enterprise-grade security, and a no-code interface, Chatbase makes it easy to automate support, resolve customer issues faster, and deliver high-quality customer experiences at scale.

I turned @signulll into a giant gray blob and took him to Dolores Park so we could have some takes. We covered:
- Why AI writing is good actually
- Why AI design is good actually
- Dating discourse
Is this the worst set of topics ever?
Watch on X; listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
Sponsors
Blackbox AI is an AI-powered software development platform designed to help developers and non-developers build, test, fix, and deploy code and applications faster and with less manual effort than traditional tools.
Capy is the better way to build and run AI workflows. It’s a multiplayer IDE for agents, automations, and intelligent systems. Create agents, automate tasks, and connect your data into systems that actually get work done, all in one place.
Circleback makes meetings memorable. From detailed notes to action item tracking and searchable meetings. With powerful automations and integrations, Circleback helps you capture knowledge, stay organized, and turn conversations into meaningful work. Use this link to get 60 days free.
Langfuse is the #1 open-source LLMOps platform that helps developers trace, evaluate, and optimize LLM applications from prototype to production. With observability, prompt management, experiments, and evaluations in one integrated platform, Langfuse makes it easier to build reliable AI products that continuously improve over time.
Chatbase is an AI agent platform that helps businesses build, deploy, and manage AI customer support agents across chat, email, and voice. With powerful integrations, enterprise-grade security, and a no-code interface, Chatbase makes it easy to automate support, resolve customer issues faster, and deliver high-quality customer experiences at scale.

I caught up with @baelentina_ and @lukeigel to get a vibe check on SF so far in 2026 and explain why Corgi-posting proliferated across the timeline (i'm sorry).

Also you might have noticed that MOTS looks somewhat polished?? Well Luke's product @trykino kind of changed my life.
Watch on X; listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
Sponsors
Blackbox AI is an AI-powered software development platform designed to help developers and non-developers build, test, fix, and deploy code and applications faster and with less manual effort than traditional tools.
Capy is the better way to build and run AI workflows. It’s a multiplayer IDE for agents, automations, and intelligent systems. Create agents, automate tasks, and connect your data into systems that actually get work done, all in one place.
Circleback makes meetings memorable. From detailed notes to action item tracking and searchable meetings. With powerful automations and integrations, Circleback helps you capture knowledge, stay organized, and turn conversations into meaningful work. Use this link to get 60 days free.
Langfuse is the #1 open-source LLMOps platform that helps developers trace, evaluate, and optimize LLM applications from prototype to production. With observability, prompt management, experiments, and evaluations in one integrated platform, Langfuse makes it easier to build reliable AI products that continuously improve over time.

In today's extra I caught up with @maxmarchione to get a vibe check on peptides (they kind of fell off), get the FDA peptide panel update and talk about each other's stacks and skincare and such.
Watch on X; listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
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Blackbox AI is an AI-powered software development platform designed to help developers and non-developers build, test, fix, and deploy code and applications faster and with less manual effort than traditional tools.
Superpower is a modern health platform that gives you a complete, data-driven view of your body in one place. From advanced blood testing and biomarker tracking to personalized insights and action plans, Superpower helps you understand what’s actually going on under the hood and what to do about it. Built for people who want to take their health seriously without guessing, spreadsheets, or fragmented care.
Capy is the better way to build and run AI workflows. It’s a multiplayer IDE for agents, automations, and intelligent systems. Create agents, automate tasks, and connect your data into systems that actually get work done, all in one place.
Circleback makes meetings memorable. From detailed notes to action item tracking and searchable meetings. With powerful automations and integrations, Circleback helps you capture knowledge, stay organized, and turn conversations into meaningful work. Use this link to get 60 days free.
Langfuse is the #1 open-source LLMOps platform that helps developers trace, evaluate, and optimize LLM applications from prototype to production. With observability, prompt management, experiments, and evaluations in one integrated platform, Langfuse makes it easier to build reliable AI products that continuously improve over time.