Episodes

  • Is Your Job Really at Risk? Breaking Down the Viral AI Essay
    Feb 16 2026

    In this episode of Talk That Tech, Trey Scott (@ TechBagTrey) and Joseph Smith unpack the viral AI essay that claims most white collar jobs are about to be disrupted faster than anyone expects. The piece sparked intense debate across tech, finance, and corporate leadership circles, raising one central question. Is AI truly coming for your job or is this just another wave of hype?


    The hosts break down the core arguments from the essay, examine what AI can actually do today, and explore which roles are most exposed in the next five years. They also separate realistic risks from exaggerated fear, giving listeners a grounded view of how to prepare instead of panic.


    This episode goes beyond headlines and gives practical context on how AI is reshaping work, who is most vulnerable, and what skills will matter most in the years ahead.


    Hosted by Trey Scott (@TechBagTrey) and Joseph Smith


    #TalkThatTech #AI #FutureOfWork #Automation #TechNews #Careers #ArtificialIntelligence #Podcast

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    1 hr and 50 mins
  • Super Bowl 60 Was an AI Takeover and It Changes Everything
    Feb 9 2026

    In this episode of Talk That Tech, Trey Scott and Joseph Smith break down how Super Bowl 60 quietly became a showcase for artificial intelligence. From AI generated ads and digital production tools to algorithm driven marketing strategies, the biggest night in sports turned into a live demonstration of how AI is reshaping media, entertainment, and advertising.


    The hosts explain what this means for brands, creators, and traditional production teams as AI tools continue to lower costs and speed up execution. They also explore whether this signals a permanent shift in how major cultural events are produced and monetized.


    If Super Bowl 60 was a preview of the future, this episode connects the dots on what comes next for sports, marketing, and the creator economy.


    Hosted by Trey Scott (@Tech Bag Trey) and Joseph Smith


    #TalkThatTech #SuperBowl60 #AI #TechNews #Advertising #CreatorEconomy #ArtificialIntelligence #Podcast

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    1 hr and 57 mins
  • The $975M Experiment: Khaby Lame, AI Avatars & the Future of Creators
    Feb 2 2026

    In this episode of Talk That Tech, Trey Scott and Joseph Smith break down the $975 million experiment that could redefine the creator economy. Using Khaby Lame as the case study, the hosts explore how AI avatars, digital likeness licensing, and scalable virtual identities are transforming what it means to be a content creator.


    The conversation dives into how brands are investing massive capital into AI driven digital personalities, how creators can extend their reach without burnout, and what happens when your digital twin can work 24 hours a day. Is this empowerment for creators or the beginning of replacement?


    This episode examines the economics, ethics, and long term implications of AI avatars, and what it means for influencers, entrepreneurs, and anyone building a personal brand in the AI era.


    Hosted by Trey Scott and Joseph Smith


    #TalkThatTech #CreatorEconomy #AI #DigitalAvatars #KhabyLame #FutureOfWork #TechNews #Podcast

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    1 hr and 54 mins
  • How AI Is Powering the 2026 Winter Storm and Quietly Reshaping Society
    Jan 26 2026

    In this episode of Talk That Tech, Trey Scott breaks down why the massive 2026 winter storm is not just a weather event but a technology stress test. From AI powered forecasting and power grid management to airlines, data centers, and emergency communications, the hosts explain how digital infrastructure is shaping who stays safe, who loses power, and which companies come out stronger.


    The conversation explores how AI models, satellites, and real time data are now essential to public safety, why data centers are both a strain on the grid and a lifeline during outages, and how extreme weather is becoming a proving ground for AI era infrastructure.


    The episode also dives into how AI video tools are quietly rewriting filmmaking, allowing solo creators to produce cinematic work that once required full studios. From new camera simulation workflows to the rapid leaps in AI video quality, the show explains why storytelling power is shifting from budgets to vision.


    This episode connects climate stress, AI infrastructure, creative tools, and the future of work into one clear message. Technology is no longer experimental. It is operational and the stakes are rising fast.


    Hosted by Trey Scott (Tech Bag Trey) and Joseph Smith


    #TalkThatTech #AI #TechNews #Infrastructure #FutureOfWork #ClimateTech #DigitalMedia #Podcast

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    2 hrs and 2 mins
  • Apple Turns to Google to Fix Siri and the AI Power Shift Nobody Can Ignore
    Jan 19 2026

    In this episode of Talk That Tech, Trey Scott breaks down Apples surprising decision to partner with Google to power a smarter version of Siri using Gemini AI. The move signals a major shift in how Big Tech approaches artificial intelligence, prioritizing speed and reliability over building everything in house. The hosts explain what this deal really means, how Apple plans to protect user privacy, and why OpenAI was left out of one of the most valuable AI distribution deals in the world.


    The conversation also dives into a new push for AI accountability as lawmakers reintroduce the BIAS Act, a proposed civil rights law designed to stop discrimination baked into government AI systems. From housing and hiring to policing and finance, the episode explores how algorithmic bias can quietly scale inequality and why this issue connects directly to the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.


    Plus, the show covers the latest tech events, career advice for standing out at major conferences, and a powerful Brown Box story about unexpected career pivots that lead to long term success.


    Hosted by Trey Scott and Joseph Smith


    #TalkThatTech #Apple #Google #AI #Siri #TechNews #ArtificialIntelligence #FutureOfWork #Podcast

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    2 hrs and 36 mins
  • CES 2026 Proved The Creator Was Right About AI
    Jan 12 2026

    Dive into Talk That Tech with Trey Scott (Tech Bag Trey) and Tech Coach Ralph as they break down the biggest tech conversations shaping our future. In this episode, we start with the most talked-about products from CES 2026, including AI companion devices and emotional robotics, then connect the dots to the sci-fi film The Creator and what it reveals about where AI, society, and human relationships are headed.


    From AI companionship and digital intimacy to the moral and social consequences of treating machines like people, this episode explores why the future of AI may be closer and more uncomfortable than we think.


    Tune in, chop it up, and stay plugged into the conversations that matter most in todays fast-moving tech world.


    Hosts: Trey Scott (@techbagtrey) & Tech Coach Ralph


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    2 hrs and 6 mins
  • Meta Bought an AI Startup for $2 Billion and It Signals a Major Shift in 2026 (Manus AI)
    Jan 5 2026

    In this episode of Talk That Tech, Trey Scott and Joseph Smith break down Metas $2 billion acquisition of an AI startup and why it represents a turning point for the tech industry heading into 2026. This was not a speculative bet or a flashy experiment. It was a strategic move to lock in AI systems that already work and already make money.


    The hosts explain why Big Tech is no longer chasing ideas but buying proven AI agents, what this means for startups hoping to stay independent, and how consolidation is accelerating across the industry. They also discuss how AI agents are shifting from optional tools to core business infrastructure and what that means for jobs, founders, and the future of work.


    This episode connects the dots on why speed, execution, and real revenue matter more than ever as the AI race enters a new phase.


    Hosted by Trey Scott (Tech Bag Trey) and Joseph Smith


    #TalkThatTech #AI #Meta #Startups #FutureOfWork #ArtificialIntelligence #TechNews #Podcast

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    1 hr and 59 mins
  • 10 AI Business Ideas That Could Dominate 2026
    Dec 8 2025

    In this episode of Talk That Tech, Trey Scott and Joseph Smith break down ten AI business ideas that are positioned to take off in 2026. These are not vague trends or hype driven concepts. They are practical, revenue focused ideas already gaining traction across industries like automation, content, sales, customer support, and operations.


    The hosts explain why timing matters more than perfection, which ideas are best for solo founders versus teams, and how AI agents are creating entirely new categories of businesses. They also discuss what separates ideas that scale from ones that fade out, and how creators and entrepreneurs can position themselves early before the market gets crowded.


    If you are looking to build, invest, or pivot into AI in the next two years, this episode gives you a clear framework for where the real opportunities are headed.


    Hosted by Trey Scott (Tech Bag Trey) and Joseph Smith


    #TalkThatTech #AI #BusinessIdeas #Startups #Entrepreneurship #ArtificialIntelligence #FutureOfWork #Podcast

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    1 hr and 56 mins