Can a Computer Be Creative?
It's a curious question that'll lead us to an ancient paper I helped write. One of my proudest moments too, because I got away with citing a Star Trek quote in a serious academic publication. All part...
8 Okt 202114min
The Detective
There's more to search than just looking for key words. What if you had your own private detective do search for you? Overmind is the app I'm building, you can get your own copy over at www.overmind.w...
1 Okt 202112min
The Principle of Least Intelligence
After some sidetracking, I'm back and ready to build! We also discuss some philosophy - what makes software "smart"? Overmind is the app I'm building, you can get your own copy over at www.overmind.wi...
24 Sep 202115min
"Don't Die Here"
This week I encountered some technical difficulties. We also discuss a particularly curious philosophy at EMP: the "Don't Die Here" policy. Overmind is the app I'm building, you can get your own copy ...
11 Sep 202113min
Why Language is Hard
In a new format, I'm giving an update AND some philosophy in the same episode! See what I've been up to as well as an interesting discussion on why language is easy for humans, but hard for computers ...
3 Sep 202113min
The Island
Sometimes, the fastest way to take over the world is to solve a real problem for people. I talk about how I found my problem to solve, and the analogy of The Island. Overmind is the app I'm building, ...
27 Aug 202111min
Overmind Beta Launch!
At long last, you can finally participate in the Evil Master Plan by using Overmind: a self-organizing notepad. Of course, it wasn't easy getting ready for this auspicious day - 6 months of worrying, ...
24 Aug 202110min
Spreading CHAOS
Every evil corporation needs a mission. In this episode I'll cover what CHAOS is and how to spread it effectively across the galaxy! By no means have I mastered these principles, but I can keep trying...
20 Aug 20219min
