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Ranking 22 Of The Most Popular Ai Tools (Q4 2024 Ai Tier List)
Episode 33: Can Google’s AI tools take the top spot in the AI industry? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) debate Google's innovation potential and compare it with leading AI tools on the market.
This episode dives into the evolution of "Project Tailwind" from Google's document-chatting feature to a podcast powerhouse, its ranking in the AI tool tier list, and what it means for the competition. They discuss the potential of Perplexity, Eleven Labs, Runway, Luma, Descript, and more. The importance of user experience, effective application of AI tools, and future improvements are central themes in this comprehensive tier ranking.
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Show Notes:
(00:00) Grok's strength: Uses top Flux Pro model.
(09:52) ChatGPT edits effectively, improved neutrality.
(13:22) Gemini excels with large context and video abilities.
(19:43) Most models suffice; Llama is open source.
(25:20) Automated assistance for coding with documentation integration.
(28:26) Replit AI builds websites quickly but lacks quality.
(34:40) Leonardo good but retains Stable Diffusion issues.
(36:32) Midjourney's realism surpasses Leonardo, aesthetically pleasing.
(43:38) Playground preferred over Stable Diffusion for accessibility.
(47:03) Adobe uses ethical AI, benefiting Photoshop users.
(55:36) Runway leads AI video.
(01:01:55) Descript transcribes and edits audio/video via text.
(01:03:23) Descript: Transcriptions and voice-cloning functionality tool.
(01:12:50) Notebook LM impressively utilizes Gemini for information consumption.
(01:18:43) Hypothetical hybrid tool to generate podcasts from research commands.
(01:19:49) Tools can fluctuate in ranking over time.
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Mentions:
Project Tailwind: https://blog.google/technology/ai/notebooklm-google-ai/
Grok: https://x.ai/
Gemini: https://gemini.google.com/
Llama: https://www.llama.com/
Leonardo: https://leonardo.ai/
Midjourney: https://www.midjourney.com/
Adobe Firefly: https://www.adobe.com/products/firefly.html
Wispr: https://www.flowvoice.ai/
Perplexity: https://www.perplexity.ai/
Eleven Labs: https://elevenlabs.io/
Runway: https://runwayml.com/
Luma: https://lumalabs.ai/dream-machine
Descript: https://www.descript.com/
Cursor: https://cursor.so/
Replit: https://replit.com/
Claude: https://www.anthropic.com/product
Suno: https://suno.com/
NotebookLM: https://notebooklm.google/
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Check Out Matt’s Stuff:
• Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/
• Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/
• YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow
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Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/
Blog - https://lore.com/
The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano
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Build An App with a Backend Using Ai in 20 min (Cursor Ai, Replit, Firebase, Wispr Flow)
Episode 32: How can you build an app with a backend using AI in just 20 minutes? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) sit down with AI enthusiast Riley Brown (https://x.com/rileybrown_ai) to explore this exciting and challenging process.
In this episode, Riley brings his unique perspective and experience, from a non-coder to a developer leveraging AI tools. The discussion covers Riley's journey, the tools he recommends for beginners, like Cursor and Replit, and the integration with Firebase for seamless app development. They venture into creating a simple web app, discuss the evolution of app capabilities, and contemplate innovative features and platforms driven by AI. Whether you're a novice or an experienced developer, this episode offers a wealth of insights and practical advice.
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Show Notes:
(00:00) Riley Brown shares app-building methods, templates.
(04:15) Using Claude artifacts for code generation amazed me.
(08:35) Start with Cursor, avoid multiple tool distractions.
(09:34) Codebase setup using SSH for syncing changes.
(12:55) AI integrates and updates code in steps.
(17:49) App to log and track AI skill development.
(20:04) Tools: Cursor, Firebase, Replit for project management.
(25:12) Discusses free use of Replit, Firebase, Cursor.
(27:32) App for threading voice notes and AI formatting.
(30:58) Appreciating design effort; seeking AI improvement.
(33:31) Building community to create apps efficiently.
(35:20) Follow Riley Brown on X, subscribe YouTube.
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Mentions:
Riley Brown: https://community.softwarecomposer.com/c/templates/replit-templates https://replit.com/@an732001/Riley-and-Ansh-Full-Stack-Nextjs-Template-version-1?v=1#README.md
Software Composer: https://www.softwarecomposer.com/
Cursor: https://www.cursor.so/
Replit: https://replit.com/
Firebase: https://firebase.google.com/
Midjourney: https://www.midjourney.com/
Claude: https://www.anthropic.com/index/claude
Wispr Flow: https://www.flowvoice.ai/
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Check Out Matt’s Stuff:
• Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/
• Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/
• YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow
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Check Out Nathan's Stuff:
Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/
Blog - https://lore.com/
The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano
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Bonus: AI may take your jobs, but not your creativity w/artist Claire Silver (from TED AI show)
Our friends over at the TED AI show are in our feed today to discuss how the development of AI is begging us to ask: what counts as art? In this provocative conversation, Claire Silver, an anonymous AI collaborative artist, sits down with host and previous guest Bilawal Sidhu to talk about how AI has revolutionized her own mixed media practice, and why she thinks that AI may be an inextricable part of human creativity in the near future.You can listen to more episodes of the TED AI show on your favorite podcast app or on their website at https://www.ted.com/podcasts/the-ted-ai-show
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AI Agents Are About to Change Everything (Here's Why)
Episode 31: What will the future look like when AI agents take over mundane tasks? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) are joined by Don Allen Stevenson III (https://x.com/DonAllenIII), former DreamWorks specialist and author of "Make a Seat".
In this episode, they dive deep into how AI agents are set to revolutionize our everyday lives by speculating on future AR products, and exploring AI-driven automation in advertising. Don Allen Stevenson III also shares insights from his book on leveraging AI and technology during times of change, and how he used AI to write and organize it.
Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd
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Show Notes:
(00:00) Former DreamWorks trainer, now independent content creator.
(04:04) Inspired by Black Mirror, created hopeful Clear Mirror.
(07:00) Setup ChatGPT voice shortcuts on Apple devices.
(09:55) Encountered rate limit issues but found automation impressive.
(15:27) Analyze top YouTube thumbnails for design inspiration.
(21:47) Runway Take One: Video to emotion-matched cartoon.
(23:29) Smaller studios embrace AI; larger ones resist.
(28:01) Animatics reveal audience engagement through rough storytelling.
(29:41) New tech democratizes film creation and opportunities.
(33:25) Meta's Creator AI customizes models using consented data.
(37:44) AI note-taking tool aids conference information management.
(39:35) iOS 18 voice memos: transcribe, search audio.
(43:08) Creating opportunities and resilience with AI insights.
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Mentions:
Don Allen Stevenson III: https://www.donalleniii.me/
“Make A Seat: Discovering Opportunities, Leveraging Technology, and Building Resilience”: https://www.amazon.com/Make-Seat-Discovering-Opportunities-Leveraging/dp/B0DFV4QMLY
Rundway: https://runwayml.com/
Claude: https://claude.ai/
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Check Out Matt’s Stuff:
• Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/
• Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/
• YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow
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Check Out Nathan's Stuff:
Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/
Blog - https://lore.com/
The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano
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These AI Workflows 10x'd Our Productivity (Q&A Special)
Episode 30: How are AI tools really transforming our productivity? Matt Wolfe (https://x.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://x.com/NathanLands) dive deep into the world of AI-driven workflows in their latest Q&A Special episode. No guest joins this episode, ensuring that our beloved hosts can thoroughly dissect the impact of these smart tools on their workflow.
In this episode, Matt and Nathan discuss several AI tools, addressing market saturation, the affordability and accessibility of advanced models, and intriguing business opportunities. Matt shares how Spotter helps generate video thumbnail concepts, and both hosts discuss the future of content creation, AI's ethical concerns, and technological advancements on the horizon. Expect insights into their favorite AI tools, the evolving AI market, and the balance between automation and human authenticity.
Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd
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Show Notes:
(00:00) New o1 model shows potential with agents.
(04:13) Email management agents automate responses and organization.
(09:09) Perplexity, Claude, NotebookLM aid research efficiently.
(11:35) Using various tools for YouTube content optimization.
(14:40) Modify AI thumbnail with Photoshop's generative fill.
(18:33) AI could widen or narrow wealth disparities globally.
(20:18) AGI is farther out, tool consolidation coming.
(25:46) Quick response preferred over complex inference.
(28:14) AI videos will evolve VTubers but remain niche.
(32:38) Engages both support and critique of AI.
(35:01) AI improves world, poses job-related challenges.
(37:22) Humans adapt and create new value continually.
(40:38) Elon aims for autonomous robo-taxi revenue.
(43:05) Enjoying spontaneous conversations; future questions appreciated.
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Mentions:
Spotter: https://spotter.ai/
Perplexity: https://www.perplexity.ai/
Vidiq: https://vidiq.com/
TubeBuddy: https://www.tubebuddy.com/
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Check Out Matt’s Stuff:
• Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/
• Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/
• YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow
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Check Out Nathan's Stuff:
Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/
Blog - https://lore.com/
The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano
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