3reate

3reate

In a world of distractions; creativity and innovation change the direction of society. The future isn’t built by the loudest voices in the room; it’s built by doers: the artists who code, the scientists who sculpt, and the technologists who dream. 3reate goes beyond headlines providing the blueprint for the future. We bring you weekly deep dives and curated interviews with the hidden architects of the innovation economy. Creativity is your ultimate advantage. Support the pod: https://ko-fi.com/3reate https://patreon.com/3reate Listen on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@3reate Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3reate/id1723426314 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/48Y2M7Ppja43Uq2wlyUtPF Our intro music: “Into the night” by @prazkhanal | Our outtro music: “Filler Drop” by @keyframeaudio

  1. The AI Layoff Lie And What’s Actually Happening

    MAR 21

    The AI Layoff Lie And What’s Actually Happening

    We dismantle the AI layoff excuse. We explore why executives who are separated from the daily work are using artificial intelligence as a smokescreen for over hiring and poor strategy. From the differences between conversational and agentic AI to a breakdown of the abrupt Digg.com beta shutdown, we reverse-engineer the realities of the modern tech ecosystem. We go beyond the headlines to provide a blueprint for the future. You'll learn why AI is an amplifier that requires rigorous human processes, not a magic bullet that can run a company on autopilot. We explain why the practitioner is more valuable than ever in catching AI hallucinations, refining that final 20% of complex code, and building exceptional products. If you want to survive the hype and learn how to actually leverage AI as a 10x tool without losing your mind, hit play. Time Stamps: (00:00) The absurdity of tech's AI layoff excuse. (01:28) Generative versus agentic AI workflow differences. (04:21) Scaling AI code versus traditional software engineering. (06:40) Why non-technical managers misunderstand AI capabilities. (12:00) Burning it down: The paradigm shift reality. (14:30) AI isn't magic; human validation remains essential. (18:48) Digg.com's abrupt shutdown and the myth of AI moderation. (26:00) How to actually build software and PRDs using AI. (30:50) AI as an amplifier for developer productivity and noise. Watch on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=reWfqWk85mo Support the pod: https://3reate.com https://ko-fi.com/3reate https://patreon.com/3reate Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3reate/id1723426314 https://open.spotify.com/show/48Y2M7Ppja43Uq2wlyUtPF https://www.youtube.com/@3reate

    31 min

  2. MAR 14

    When Do We Burn It All Down?

    We’ve engineered a world of unparalleled comfort, but at what cost? From the stagnation of the US healthcare system to the fragility of our agricultural crops, our societal resistance to "deviance" is quietly setting us up for failure. In this episode, we unpack the dangerous illusion of monopolies and monocultures. We trace how systems originally designed for massive "zero-to-one" growth—like the national power grid or the tech dominance of Intel and AMD—become vertically integrated traps that stifle true innovation. When the switching costs feel too high, it is easy to stay on a sinking ship just because it's familiar. But you don't necessarily have to burn it all down to build something better. We explore the architectural blueprints for change: why building parallel systems beats waiting for collapse, the historical necessity of sharing innovation dividends, and why true diversity is the ultimate survival strategy against systemic failure. Step out of the comfort zone and start building the future. Subscribe for weekly deep dives into the hidden mechanisms running our world, and join the conversation in the comments below. Time Stamps: (00:00:00) Debate origins and the current global state. (00:02:44) Personality distributions and their societal impacts. (00:10:00) Why the US healthcare system resists change. (00:13:54) Monocultures fail: the danger of zero deviance. (00:23:43) Building parallel systems instead of burning down. (00:29:31) Utility monopolies and the Cuba power crisis. (00:34:16) Tech duopolies: the Intel and AMD stagnation. (00:38:58) Agricultural monocrops and losing natural diversity. (00:44:00) Titanic analogy: taking uncomfortable leaps for survival. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HvMpRPyEpRs?si=xdoTfUHCZp-o0pZm Support the pod: https://3reate.com https://ko-fi.com/3reate https://patreon.com/3reate Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3reate/id1723426314 https://open.spotify.com/show/48Y2M7Ppja43Uq2wlyUtPF https://youtu.be/2wEMD8EvB9I?si=G3iUBE-z4Mx0Ng-

    46 min

  3. MAR 9

    Bombing on Stage: The Ultimate Resilience Blueprint with Michelle Plante

    Today, we reverse-engineer the mind of Michelle Plante, a hidden operator turning life's raw observations into standup comedy. From finding her comedic voice after seven years of sobriety to facing the brutal, instant feedback of a live audience, she reveals the raw human experiment of real-time performance. We also dive deep into the collision of analog habits and modern focus. You'll learn how the tactile friction of writing on physical paper engages different neural pathways than typing, forcing us out of digital loops and into the present moment. We discuss the structural blueprints for building resilience when things fail instantly, why corporate top-down mandates always backfire against human nature, and how to harness observational humor as a tool to navigate the changing landscape of creativity. This isn't just a loose conversation; it's an actionable guide. Plus, Michelle shares her simple, screen-free morning journaling protocol to ground your day before the world demands your attention. Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tAEx8jVDXCo Listen to Michelle's last 3reate podcast: https://3reate.com/podcast/why-we-need-more-discomfort-and-less-ai-with-michelle-plante-ep-44-3reate/ Find Michelle: https://www.michelleplante.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michelleplantecomedy/ Time Stamps: (00:00:00) Hello! (00:01:52) Discovering standup comedy through sobriety. (00:06:17) The neurological power of physical writing. (00:11:41) Daily journaling habits for being present. (00:16:03) Real-time feedback and building resilience. (00:26:07) Why human behavior resists top-down force. (00:30:11) Reading the room and intentional pacing. (00:37:34) The tactile art of roasting coffee. Support the pod: https://3reate.com https://ko-fi.com/3reate https://patreon.com/3reate Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3reate/id1723426314 https://open.spotify.com/show/48Y2M7Ppja43Uq2wlyUtPF https://youtu.be/2wEMD8EvB9I?si=G3iUBE-z4Mx0Ng-Y

    43 min

  4. MAR 7

    When to Stop Building

    In this episode, we sit down to dismantle the "always-on" tech culture. We reveal the architecture behind "Lunchtime," a custom Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that routes secure, peer-to-peer encrypted messages through Signal. This setup allows you to text your AI agents and manage complex coding workflows entirely asynchronously, freeing you from the keyboard while ensuring you don't endlessly burn compute tokens. Beyond the code, we dive into the psychology of product sense and the friction of the creator economy. We explore the Henry Ford assembly line approach to software simplicity and why the hardest technical skill is knowing when to stop adding features. Plus, we drop the first hints about a transformative new stealth project that has been brewing since 2019. Join our community of secret masters and hidden operators of the innovation economy. Subscribe to 3reate, check the show notes to fork the open-source repo, and equip yourself with the mental models to build the future. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/live/y4ob06RwC_w Time Stamps: (00:00) Weekly updates. (02:54) Choosing Signal for secure AI messaging. (08:57) A checker loop for continuous AI agents. (11:53) Coding remotely and reclaiming personal time. (18:13) Knowing when to stop building software. (21:52) Developing product sense and gut instinct. (27:50) Teasing a new transformational stealth project. Support the pod: https://3reate.com https://ko-fi.com/3reate https://patreon.com/3reate Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3reate/id1723426314 https://open.spotify.com/show/48Y2M7Ppja43Uq2wlyUtPF https://youtu.be/2wEMD8EvB9I?si=G3iUBE-z4Mx0Ng-Y

    31 min

  5. MAR 2

    Open Source Brain Stimulation: tDCS (Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation)

    In a world of AI noise, real-world innovation often gets buried under proprietary paywalls. Today we’re debuting our new "Edge Collider" format—a collaborative, workshop-style deep dive designed for the applied polymath. Instead of a passive interview, we’re putting a real-world prototype on the table. Today’s subject: Open Source tDCS (Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation). Neurological conditions like depression and anxiety remain notoriously difficult to treat, often requiring expensive or invasive clinical intervention. By open-sourcing the hardware and software protocols for tDCS, we are working to lower the barrier to entry and facilitate a "standardization of protocols" that the current scientific field lacks. In this episode, we break down: The "Edge Collider" Philosophy: Why we’re replacing "show and tell" with collaborative, high-stakes peer review. The Hardware Reality: The raw truth about building physical products, managing supply chains, and the "human labor" required to facilitate clinical science. The Open Source Paradox: Why we chose a specific license to force collaboration rather than letting our research sit stagnant in a private repository. Safety & Ethics: How we’re using firmware constraints to ensure this technology remains a tool for wellness, not a hazard. We don’t just want you to listen—we want you to build. You can find the full schematics, bill of materials, and firmware in the links below. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/live/z1ZmxE8DnhE Time Stamps: (00:00) Intro: The "Edge Collider" format (05:48) The Science of Open Source tDCS (08:42) Motivation: Why build neurological tech? (11:35) Scaling: The challenge of physical products (13:39) The hardest part of the build (17:48) Licensing: Why GPL vs. BSD matters Support the pod: https://3reate.com https://ko-fi.com/3reate https://patreon.com/3reate Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3reate/id1723426314 https://open.spotify.com/show/48Y2M7Ppja43Uq2wlyUtPF https://youtu.be/2wEMD8EvB9I?si=G3iUBE-z4Mx0Ng-Y

    26 min
  6. Disposable Code vs Load Bearing Architecture With Cameron Hotchkies

    FEB 23

    Disposable Code vs Load Bearing Architecture With Cameron Hotchkies

    The future of software isn't just generating code—it's knowing what to build and why. We sit down with Cameron Hotchkies, a Staff Software Engineer at Block, focused on data reliability from the lens of traditional site reliability. They decode the hidden mechanics of AI-assisted development. From the meditative focus of woodworking to managing multi-agent AI systems, discover why "vibe coding" won't survive a 3 AM system crash. In a world flooded with AI noise, true engineering is no longer just about writing lines of code—it’s a survival strategy. The loudest voices claim software engineering is dead, but the hidden architects building our digital infrastructure know the truth. We go beyond loose chat to find the hard truths: What happens when "vibe-coded" AI software hits the wall of a 3 AM production crash? And why is "tech debt" actually the ultimate strategic leverage if used correctly? We explore the critical difference between disposable scripts and load-bearing architecture, the rebirth of the Waterfall method in the age of prompt engineering, and why human intuition remains the ultimate safeguard against algorithmic chaos. Cameron provides the actionable blueprints you need to navigate the rapidly changing landscape of software development and system design. Connect with Cameron on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chotchkies/ or at his website: https://semisafe.com Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=07zdubQWf9s Time Stamps: (00:00) Intro (01:08) Analog hobbies: Woodworking and modular synthesizers (06:29) Rediscovering Waterfall: Research, Plan, and Implement (15:45) Why AI won't kill software engineering (18:04) Disposable AI scripts vs. load-bearing architecture (25:00) AI will not go on-call for you (41:12) Project estimation and planning with AI (48:21) Reframing tech debt as engineering leverage (01:02:24) Career wisdom: Always build in public Support the pod: https://3reate.com https://ko-fi.com/3reate https://patreon.com/3reate Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3reate/id1723426314 https://open.spotify.com/show/48Y2M7Ppja43Uq2wlyUtPF https://youtu.be/2wEMD8EvB9I?si=G3iUBE-z4Mx0Ng-Y

    1h 7m

  7. FEB 21

    Why Your Proprietary Data is No Longer a Defense

    Are you keeping your startup ideas a secret? The era of hoarding concepts and relying on proprietary data moats is over. In this episode, we explore why execution beats secrecy, how AI is dismantling traditional software defenses, and the controversial future of artificial intelligence in healthcare. Stop hiding your ideas and start building the future. Are you keeping your startup ideas a secret out of fear they'll be stolen? That exact mindset might be the thing holding you back. The future isn't built by those who hide their concepts behind NDAs; it's built by those who execute. In this episode, we dismantle the myth of the "stolen idea" and explore why sharing early and often is your best strategy for iterative growth. We dive deep into the collapsing walls of the traditional "data moat." With the rapid advancement of frontier AI models, having a proprietary dataset is no longer the impenetrable defense it used to be. From building open-source podcast apps in hours to AI's capability to infer complex solutions without needing exhaustive historical data, the landscape of software and business is shifting dramatically. We also tackle the controversial and impending rise of AI in healthcare. We discuss why frontier models might soon diagnose common illnesses better than human doctors, the limitations of current systems, and what that means for data privacy and medical infrastructure moving forward. Whether you're a founder, a developer, or just trying to navigate the intersection of technology and society, this conversation provides the blueprints you need to adapt. Stop overvaluing your unexecuted ideas and learn how to leverage the new rules of innovation. Subscribe and join the discussion today. Time Stamps: (00:00) Weekend hustles and managing work-life balance (02:30) Why sharing your startup ideas matters (04:30) Building an open-source podcast sync app (08:15) Navigating the stealth product cold start (12:30) Why proprietary data moats are dying (18:20) AI code generation changes software development (25:20) The controversial future of AI diagnostics (46:40) Imputing synthetic data to fill gaps (49:00) Execution and feedback require sharing ideas Support the pod: https://3reate.com https://ko-fi.com/3reate https://patreon.com/3reate Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3reate/id1723426314 https://open.spotify.com/show/48Y2M7Ppja43Uq2wlyUtPF https://youtu.be/2wEMD8EvB9I?si=G3iUBE-z4Mx0Ng-Y Watch: https://www.youtube.com/live/qWEDY2_Bw-Y?si=cIgERdsC25PKQ3Tt

    51 min
  8. Building An App Live with AI – You Can Build With Me! Audio Only

    FEB 18

    Building An App Live with AI – You Can Build With Me! Audio Only

    You're best watching this as a video since we're live coding. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/WDMcmxizoCI AI tools promise to write code for you, but what happens when the build fails? In this episode, we strip away the hype and dive into the gritty reality of AI-assisted software development. Using Antigravity and Flutter, we take on a major refactor of the open-source YourPods application: adding a private, local-only user account system. We start by prompting the agent to re-architect the authentication flow, then move into the trenches of implementation. You’ll see the entire process unedited—reviewing the AI's generated "PRD," troubleshooting over 190 analysis errors, and debugging cryptic Xcode build failures. We also explore the nuances of "human-in-the-loop" development, showing you how to guide the AI when it gets stuck and how to catch the subtle logic bugs it leaves behind. Whether you're a non-technical founder trying to build an MVP or a developer looking to optimize your workflow, this session offers a transparent blueprint for shipping features using modern AI agents. Time Stamps: (00:00) Intro: Technical difficulties (02:42) Why Flutter? Explaining the tech stack and open-source goals (04:50) Tooling up: Introduction to Anti-Gravity and the AI environment (06:22) The Problem: Demoing the YourPods sync limitation (15:00) Agent Workflow: Setting up the file explorer and AI chat (21:05) Context Windows: Why you should separate features into different chats (27:52) The Prompt: Writing the specific instructions for a "Local Account" (36:50) The "Pseudo PRD": Reviewing the AI’s implementation plan (55:04) Reality Check: Hitting the first round of 190+ analysis errors (01:20:05) Build Failed: Debugging the specific Xcode "Phase Script Execution" error (01:36:38) It's Alive: Successfully creating the first Local Account (01:58:35) UX Friction: Discovering the "locked-in" navigation bug (02:04:00) Call to Action: How to contribute to the repository Support the pod: https://3reate.com https://ko-fi.com/3reate https://patreon.com/3reate Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3reate/id1723426314 https://open.spotify.com/show/48Y2M7Ppja43Uq2wlyUtPF https://youtu.be/2wEMD8EvB9I?si=G3iUBE-z4Mx0Ng-Y

    2h 5m
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In a world of distractions; creativity and innovation change the direction of society. The future isn’t built by the loudest voices in the room; it’s built by doers: the artists who code, the scientists who sculpt, and the technologists who dream. 3reate goes beyond headlines providing the blueprint for the future. We bring you weekly deep dives and curated interviews with the hidden architects of the innovation economy. Creativity is your ultimate advantage. Support the pod: https://ko-fi.com/3reate https://patreon.com/3reate Listen on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@3reate Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3reate/id1723426314 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/48Y2M7Ppja43Uq2wlyUtPF Our intro music: “Into the night” by @prazkhanal | Our outtro music: “Filler Drop” by @keyframeaudio

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    3reate
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    69
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