People vs Algorithms · 2026-06-19 · 1h 6m
We debate whether Anthropic painted itself in a corner with its safety messaging, if Snap Specs pass the taste test, Elon as American icon, and the World Cup and Trump’s UFC fight showcasing the profound weirdness and contradictions at the heart of the American experience. Plus: Anonymous Banker on why Fox paying $22 billion for Roku makes sense and Troy says someone will buy Semafor. * Watch us on YouTube * Troy Young’s People vs Algorithms newsletter * Brian Morrissey’s The Rebooting newsletter * Alex Schleifer’s Human Computer * Follow Alex , Brian and Troy on Twitter Chapters: * 00:00 Open * 00:23 Welcome * 01:52 Field Notes Update * 07:38 PvA Mixers and Cannes * 11:05 Anthropic Export Controls * 18:57 Who Controls Intelligence * 22:29 Snap Specs Taste Test * 31:38 Media Ads Are Over * 38:18 World Cup Soft Power * 45:50 Elon The Trillionaire * 49:11 Fox Buys Roku * 56:30 Post Text Media Future * 01:02:58 Good Product * 01:05:37 Credits This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit
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