The Bleeding Edge Podcast

Ralph Behnke

The stories behind the people, the projects and the technologies that are changing the way we live and work. Every week we interview an innovator at the bleeding edge and discuss their ideas and what it will take for them to become adopted and scale into mainstream.

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    Weekly AI Brief 13 Feb 2026

    The conversation covers the advancements in AI workflows, the security risks and vulnerabilities in AI systems, and the future of work and AI. It delves into the capabilities of multi-agent workflows, the challenges of security in AI systems, and the evolving landscape of work in the age of AI. The conversation delves into the impact of AI on work, the evolving nature of AI, and the future of AI and its implications. It explores the challenges of AI implementation, the role of AI in the future of work, the ethical and societal implications of AI, and the future of AI and its impact on society. Additionally, it discusses the role of humans in the AI era and the potential long-term effects of AI on the workforce and society. Takeaways AI advancements in multi-agent workflowsSecurity risks and vulnerabilities in AI systems AI's impact on workThe evolving nature of AIThe future of AI and its implications Chapters 00:00 Advancements in AI Workflows26:49 Security Risks in AI Systems35:30 The Future of Work and AI50:55 The Impact of AI on Work56:01 The Evolution of AI01:06:32 The Role of AI in the Future of Work01:12:32 The Future of AI and Its Impact on Society

    57 min

  2. 6 DAYS AGO

    Weekly AI Brief 11 Feb 2026

    The conversation delves into the massive AI infrastructure investment by major companies and the differences in AI philosophy and approach between OpenAI and Anthropic. It explores the implications of these themes on the future of AI and its impact on various industries. The conversation covers a wide range of topics including agentic coding, market influence, operating model design, Microsoft acquisitions, vertical integration, space data centers, AI infrastructure investment, app proliferation, agentic swarm, and the shift towards prototypes over specs in development. Takeaways Massive AI infrastructure investmentDifferences in AI philosophy and approach Agentic codingMarket influenceOperating model designMicrosoft acquisitionsVertical integrationSpace data centersAI infrastructure investmentApp proliferationAgentic swarmPrototype over specs Chapters 00:00 AI Infrastructure Investment33:11 Differences in AI Philosophy52:49 Agentic Coding and Development57:50 Vertical Integration and Space Data Centers01:18:11 Agentic Swarm and Professional Services

    51 min

  3. 6 FEB

    Weekly AI Brief 5 February

    The conversation covers a range of AI-related topics, including OpenAI's Latex Native Workspace, Audio AI Startup QAI, Apple's Embedded AI, AI Personal Assistants, Practical Implementation, AI Usage and Learning, AI Wars between Anthropic and XAI, and AI's Potential in Legal Tools and Voter Role Maintenance. Takeaways AI Usage is Surging WorldwideAI Wars: Anthropic vs. XAIAI's Potential to Democratize Access to Legal Tools

    47 min

  4. 30 JAN

    Weekly AI Brief 30 January

    The podcast covers OpenAI's revenue growth, age prediction, and governance updates, as well as developments in health AI, investments in AI startups, infrastructure, and image generation models. It also discusses geopolitical impacts on AI, Meta's in-app web browser, AI browsers, and vertical AI initiatives. Furthermore, it explores Ivo's legal AI solutions, Elon Musk's Optimus robots, Lemonade's FSD insurance, Anthropic's AI constitution, AI mishaps, and AGI development. The conversation delves into ethical considerations, AGI, and consciousness in AI. The conversation covers a range of topics including the definition of AGI, AI benchmarking, the impact of Claude Cowork on productivity, Amazon's workforce reduction and AI investment, the role of prompting in AI context setting, fractional roles and gig economy in the AI industry, and the challenges faced by OpenAI. It also highlights the advancements in AI integration and productivity, emphasizing the need for businesses to adapt to the changing landscape of AI technology. Takeaways AI Industry GrowthEthical Considerations in AIAGI and Consciousness AI Integration in WorkAWS and AI Competition Chapters 00:00 OpenAI's Revenue and ChatGPT14:07 Infrastructure and Image Generation Models19:17 Meta's In-App Web Browser and AI Adoption24:25 Elon Musk's Optimus Robots and AI Regulation34:29 AI Mishaps and AGI Development42:32 Introduction to Claude Cowork and its Impact on Productivity51:22 Amazon's Workforce Reduction and AI Investment58:36 Fractional Roles and Gig Economy in AI Industry01:05:04 The Advancements in AI Integration and Productivity

    51 min

  5. 12 JAN

    Weekly AI Brief 9 January 2026

    It’s our first show of 2026 — and the AI news is already running hot. Ralph Behnke and Emile Ogier break down OpenAI’s new ChatGPT Health push (and why healthcare is a trust minefield), Nvidia’s CES “Vera Rubin” full-stack datacenter play, and the reported Meta acquisition of profitable AI app Manus — a move Emile compares to the WhatsApp deal because the real gold is the user base. We also go deep on robotics: why 2026 could be the year humanoids go mainstream, how “more-than-human” movement could make robots better than us in tight spaces, and why Nvidia is positioning itself as the “Android for robots” with projects like GR00T and Jetson Thor. Then it’s the reality check: malicious Chrome extensions siphoning AI chats, why Emile refuses to trust extensions, and the bigger lesson that AI-era “productivity tools” are now attack surface. Plus: ChatGPT Image Gen 1.5 reactions (including the infamous “piss filter” debate), a viral mini-robot that “kidnapped” other robots in a showroom (yes, really), Tesla’s rumored 200MW Cortex 2.0 buildout for training Optimus, and MIT’s “Project Iceberg” warning that the biggest automation wave may be invisible—until it isn’t. Perfect for: smart, AI-curious listeners who want the week’s most important stories, what’s real vs hype, and where 2026 is headed.

    51 min

  6. 5 JAN

    Launch of Beasr.World with Stephen Sumner

    The conversation covers the introduction and overview of the innovative marketplace "Beasr.World", the pre-launch phase, MVP success, consultancy, marketplace offerings, ecosystem thinking, talent acquisition, Kintsugi as the foundational platform, upcoming launch, and the revolution in AI technology and business success. The platform aims to simplify the home moving process and provide an agentic approach to users, offering a wide range of services and solutions in one place. Takeaways Innovative MarketplaceAgentic Approach Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Platform Overview07:02 Marketplace Offerings and Home Moving Challenges16:59 Ecosystem Thinking and Platform Expansion23:10 Talent Acquisition and Platform Development32:45 Kintsugi: The Foundational Platform38:38 Upcoming Launch and Expansion Strategy

    41 min

  7. 16/12/2025

    Weekly AI Brief 12 December 2025

    Summary In this episode, Ralph and Emile discuss various topics related to AI, market trends, humanoid robots, social media regulations, and the future of AI in commerce. They explore the implications of AI on productivity, the challenges of regulating social media, and the economic impact of humanoid robots. The conversation also touches on the evolving landscape of AI tools and their integration into various industries.

    55 min

  8. 05/12/2025

    Weekly AI Brief 5 December 2025

    In this weeks news Ralph and Emile cover updates from ascross the AI industry and share insights into new tools, concepts and techniques. Key Topics at a GlanceOpenAI “code red” vs Anthropic’s calmer strategyDeepSeek’s open-source frontier modelAI-driven revenue at Salesforce & MicrosoftMeta’s WhatsApp walled garden vs EU regulatorsData-center debt bubble risk around OpenAISuno’s acquisition of Songkick (AI music → live shows)Replit’s AI-caused prod deletion & agent safetyApple’s AI leadership shuffleNvidia’s China-targeted servers and export politicsAnthropic’s DeFi exploit detection agentAmazon Rufus & AI-boosted Black Friday conversionsGPUs vs TPUs & green AI scalingPrompting pattern: “5 responses + probabilities”Affinity going free forever as an Adobe alternativeMistral’s edge models, HSBC deal & EU sovereigntyRobo-judges, hallucinations & legal riskTokenomics: model pricing, token thresholds, and cost optimisationDeepSeek & small language models as ultra-cheap optionsGemini glasses doing real-world tasks (like oil changes)Persona-driven voice agents & Trump-style recipe voiceAura + Gemini for stunning AI-built websitesOpenAI age verification & adult mode vs over-guardrails

    40 min
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The stories behind the people, the projects and the technologies that are changing the way we live and work. Every week we interview an innovator at the bleeding edge and discuss their ideas and what it will take for them to become adopted and scale into mainstream.

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  • Creator
    Ralph Behnke
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    43
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Ralph Behnke
  • Show Website
    The Bleeding Edge Podcast