Tomorrow

DeepSeek Has Joined the Chat

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 15:28:00 -0000

This week, Josh and Rani discuss tech earnings across the board, as well as DeepSeek's big upset to OpenAI's Research and Development heads. Also, we will be taking a hiatus for the time being, see you on the other side, Tomorrowers!

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Blue Sky Ahead

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

This week, Josh and Rani discuss the inauguration's curious VIP situation, Netflix's numbers, and the near future of social media.

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Darker Zuckerberg and Other Tales

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

Mark Zuckerberg goes on Joe Rogan to make sure Trump knows he is masc4masc, meanwhile Siri is quiet quitting and using ChatGPT to do her job, all this and more in this week's ep.

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Dark Zuckerberg and the Mystery of Musk's Schedule

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 22:00:00 -0000

It's 2025 and fact checking is a thing of the past. Without the confines of reality, anyone can claim to be the one true source of free speech, or like really, really good at a video game.

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Looking Back on 2024 with or without ChatGPT

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Season's Greetings and Happy Holidays for the Tomorrow crew. This week, Josh and Rani reflect on a lack of gadgets and surplus of AI in 2024.

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A Very Boring Company Town

Sat, 14 Dec 2024 20:00:00 -0000

This week, Rani walks Josh through Elon Musk's company town that leaves a lot to be desired; as well as Trump's billionaire donors contributing their pocket change.

Then, Apple's new AI emoji feature confuses us, while creating images that both entertain and disgust the gc?

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Take It Easy

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Josh is recovering from pneumonia, but that won't stop him from celebrating a ne national holiday with Rani and the Spotify family.

Also, Bluesky might be fun, The Onion might buy Infowars, and Enron is back?

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Google's New Orders

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 21:48:12 -0000

This week, if you have $20 Billion laying around, Google may have the perfect holiday gift for your loved ones. Trump has ironically appointed two CEOs for one position in Government Efficiency. Also, even the Apple marketing team seems stuck on what's exciting about the iPhone's new AI features.

Have a great Thanksgiving, all. And we'll be back Dec 5th.

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President-elect Effect

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000

A week out from the election, the world is preparing for another 4 years with Trump in office. Early spikes in crypto and Bluesky numbers show where people are placing their money and clicks.

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Big Tech’s Big Election

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0000

It's a big week, Josh and Rani discuss how tech companies are positioning themselves for Trump's America 2.0

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AI's Latest Trick or Treats

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 22:37:00 -0000

A very spooky Halloween episode this week, companies suspiciously renaming themselves, missing notifications, and haunting questions about the new Chat GPT search features... Listen if you dare...

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Tunnel Visionaries

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 19:45:19 -0000

Josh and Rani are reunited this week. Hot topics include: Apple's Vision Pro, Polymarket gambling, and the character.ai lawsuit.

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TMRW Bye Week

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0000

Josh and Rani are at the Robinhood HOOD Summit in Miami. We'll be back next week with more Tomorrow...

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Elon Musk’s Character Limit, with Kate Conger and Ryan Mac

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0000

Josh sits down with New York Times tech journalists, Kate Conger and Ryan Mac, to discuss their new book Character Limit: How Elon Musk Destroyed Twitter.

Was it worth 44 billion dollars? Only way to know is to listen. Or think about it, at all.

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Grindset Mindset

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Rani is out this week, so Josh sits down with guest co-host Jack Raines.

Jack is a storied LinkedIn prankster, Associate Editor at Sherwood, and writer of the weekly blog Young Money.

Together, they discuss OpenAi's valuation of $157 billion, and the many problems and possibilities facing the future of AI.

Disclosures: sherwood.news/disclosures

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Mark Zuckerberg's Unusual Vision

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000

This week, Josh and Rani discuss Caroline Ellison's sentencing, as well as the fact that Sam Bankman-Fried and Diddy may very well be fighting for control of the channel changer in their jail's common room right now.

Also, the lackluster achievement of Apple's new intelligence feature for iPhone, Meta's AR glasses, and the official introduction of the Elon Musk's worst tweet bracket.

Disclosures: sherwood.news/disclosures

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Strawberry Letter 2.3

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000

This week on Tomorrow, Amazon has an order of its own, the Department of Justice takes on Google, and Josh and Rani dissect their For You Pages only to find them lacking.

It's time to pick up a can of Celsius, hit the play button, and please make sure to check the basement for your missing cat before calling the police.

Disclosures: sherwood.news/disclosures

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The Ultimate Multi-Tool

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Joshua Topolsky is reporting live-ish from the Sherwood News Studios to bring Tomorrow back to you.

Joined by co-host Rani Molla, today's episode covers the week's two not-so-surprising, but definitely newsworthy happenings: 2024's Apple Event and first Presidential Debate.

So slip off your shoes, let your trad husband have the night off, and file tab bankruptcy for the next 63 minutes. AI Taylor Swift says you won't regret it.

Disclosures: sherwood.news/disclosures

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Episode 39: John Gruber Crashes His Tesla Into Your Heart

Tue, 02 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0000

John Gruber, one of the most famous bloggers of all time, sits down with Josh for a little one-on-one concerning all things tech. Those things? Apple, Tesla, Google, Twitter, and so much more. Have you ever heard two men violently agree and disagree about a phone's user interface? Have you ever heard two men discuss their hatred of a remote? Have you ever heard two men talk what it's like to gaze into the abyss? Well some of those things happen. LISTEN NOW.

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Episode 38: Sasha Frere-Jones Gets an Unexpected Delivery

Tue, 26 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0000

Josh is joined by the beloved writer, music critic, and musician Sasha Frere-Jones, and the two men take an odyssey through sight, sound, and thought that most mortals can only dream of. Between deep meditations on indie rock, the true meaning of David Bowie, and whether or not Justin Bieber and Drake are part of the problem, Sasha and Joshua find a special rhythm that only a bass-playing duo could get inside of. This is one of the stranger and more sprawling Tomorrow podcasts ever produced. If you're not feeling it, you might be dead inside.

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Episode XXXV: Emperor Palpatine Rules

Sat, 12 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -0000

It is a period of civil war. Rebel spaceships, striking from a hidden base, have won their first victory against the evil Galactic Empire. During the battle, Rebel spies managed to steal secret plans to the Empire’s ultimate weapon, the DEATH STAR, an armored space station with enough power to destroy an entire planet. Pursued by the Empire’s sinister agents, Princess Leia races home aboard her starship, custodian of the stolen plans that can save her people and restore freedom to the galaxy...

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Episode 34: Gerry Duggan Is Tomorrow's Man Of The Year

Sun, 06 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -0000

Currently working on a couple of small titles like Chewbacca, Deadpool, and the Uncanny Avengers, writer Gerry Duggan gives Josh a front row view into the inner workings of the comic book world. Besides the highly charged conversation over Doomsday, spoilers, and how movie making and comics do (or don't) intersect, the two go deep on a wide range of topics. You'll learn about what it's like to write for P. Diddy at an awards show, how wandering the streets of LA can land you a dream job, and what Gerry and Josh think of the upcoming presidential election (SPOILER ALERT BERNIE SANDERS BECOMES SUPER GOD OF THE MARVEL UNIVERSE). We've done a lot of these, and we can promise you that this is one of the best. Do. Not. Miss. It.

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Episode 33: Chris Grant Spikes the Controller

Sun, 29 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0000

Following a discussion about fatherhood — which includes insight into a unique weight loss method and theories on how to turn your child into a video game master — some serious shop talk goes down when Chris Grant joins the pantheon of Tomorrow podcast guests. As editor-in-chief of the gaming publication Polygon, few people know the video game industry as well as Chris. The two men try to get to the bottom of what sets gaming apart from all other forms of pop culture, why Gamergate happened (and what it means), the future of VR, benefits of gaming tourism, and much much more. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll lose 30 pounds in 60 days or you get your money back!

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Episode 30: Matias Duarte Indirectly Manipulates You

Mon, 02 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0000

Matias Duarte is one of the most important and influential designers in technology, particularly when it comes to mobile. He's also a VP at Google leading up some of the company's biggest and boldest design efforts. He joins Josh in the studio for a thorough discussion on his process, the evolution of the smartphone, how you make hard design decisions, what part he played in the recent redesign of the Google logo... and so much more. It would be enough to just hear these two go deep on the way things work (and how they look doing it), but there's even a bit of news buried in this engaging and enlightening episode. Do not miss it.

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Episode 27: Sara Schaefer Mansplains Her Career

Fri, 09 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -0000

This week, comedian and writer Sara Schaefer sits down with Josh to discuss her incredibly varied resumé and struggle against a patriarchal society hellbent on keeping a good woman down. Intense internet harassment, sexual tension backstage at "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon," the stressful life of a "Who Wants to be a Millionaire?" writer, and getting tattooed for Jesus are just a few of the topics that Josh and Sara cover. Grab a cup of whatever it is you're drinking (we won't judge), and settle in for a stark look at world you can only begin to imagine.

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Episode 26: Naomi Zeichner and the Death of Tracks Blogging

Mon, 05 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -0000

This week's guest is Naomi Zeichner, editor-in-chief of one of the most important modern music publications: The Fader. Celebrating the impending 100th issue of her publication, Naomi sits down with Josh to discuss the changing gender dynamics in media, the evolution of music journalism, the importance of vibes management, and much more. In order to follow all the twists and turns of the discussion, consult the episode's totally off the wall playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/user/1262994479/playlist/6DPFniCZ1mci4iRZkr2omL

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Episode 25: Anil Dash Takes on The Fonz

Sun, 27 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -0000

Josh and internet powerhouse Anil Dash sat down for a nearly two-hour interview, covering a myriad of thrilling topics. Diversity in tech, British imperialism through the lens of The Beatles, and what "Happy Days" was really about are just a small taste of topics covered in the show. Even more shocking? This podcast was a do-over from a previously recorded episode, thanks to an emotionally damaged and ultimately corrupt file. For a sprawling look at the past, present, and future of being digital, look no further. This is Tomorrow at its finest — don't sit it out.

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Episode 24: Rembert Browne and Joey Fett Save the Internet

Sun, 20 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -0000

Rembert Browne breaks a Tomorrow record by returning to the studio a mere week after he left. The sequel starts just where the original left off as Josh and Rembert enter into a deep discussion on the stale state of the media, the Twitter news bubble, and selling out in the internet age. You'll come for the inside look at how news is made, you'll stay for the shocking Star Wars-related reveal.

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Episode 23: Rembert Browne: Shadow Recruit

Fri, 11 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -0000

Grantland’s Rembert Browne is one of the most innovative and unpredictable writers working today. He arrives at the Tomorrow studio in the midst of a vacation to discuss his methods, why he hates scary movies (and how it relates to Josh’s aversion to sports), the shallow nature of pop culture, and far too much more to recap in this description. BONUS 1: Josh discusses a high concept future episode of Tomorrow! BONUS 2: Josh and Rembert had so much to discuss that they'll continue the conversation in another installment next week!

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Episode 21: Joe Weisenthal Visits Josh and you Won’t Believe What Happens Next

Sun, 30 Aug 2015 00:00:00 -0000

Joe Weisenthal dreamed of a career in musical theatre but promptly trashed his lifelong ambitions after his first rejection letter. Instead he became a new media superstar, and one of the sharpest minds covering the global financial markets. Joe sits down with Josh to discuss how studying the market will give you insight into the very heart and soul of mankind, explain the current global financial crisis, and compare notes about the exquisite art of creating an irresistible headline.

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Episode 20: Joanna Stern's Special Message

Mon, 24 Aug 2015 00:00:00 -0000

Josh and Joanna Stern were co-workers, friends, and podcasting partners for years. Now covering technology and gadgets for the Wall Street Journal, Joanna reunites with her former partner in crime for a nerdy chat in the Tomorrow studio. The duo discuss the mess of multiple messaging platforms, how you should feel about Windows 10, the dog behavior of humaning, and the past, present and future of the future of tech.

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Episode 19: Casey Neistat and the Shared Perspective

Mon, 17 Aug 2015 00:00:00 -0000

Filmmaker, tech entrepreneur, and artist Casey Neistat's resume includes a show on HBO, a million YouTube subscribers, and living in a trailer park as a teenage parent. Hot off the heels of launching new video sharing app Beme, Casey sits down with Josh to discuss the origins of his creativity, how technology has changed the landscape of filmmaking, and his philosophies about self esteem and confidence. The two men also discuss the consequences of lacking an academic background. Not to be missed!

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Episode 15: Brian Stelter and the Future of Josh

Sun, 19 Jul 2015 00:00:00 -0000

As the host of Reliable Sources on CNN, former New York Times' media reporter Brian Stelter is one of the smartest and sharpest critics in journalism today. Always looking for a scoop, Brian is the first reporter to sit down with Josh after his departure from Bloomberg. The discussion naturally covers Josh's thoughts on his time at Bloomberg and what he plans for the future, but the two also talk about the past, present, and future of media, analyze the art of editing, and come up with euphemisms for Donald Trump's recent comments about Mexicans. This one is not to be missed!

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Episode 14: 'Amy' Director Asif Kapadia and How Not to Watch a Screener

Wed, 08 Jul 2015 00:00:00 -0000

Asif Kapadia, one of the most innovative documentary filmmakers in the world, joins Josh in the studio to talk about 'Amy' — his new critically acclaimed film about the late Amy Winehouse. Asif describes the art of putting together a documentary in detail and explains the origins of his unique style of constructing a narrative. The conversation also covers the back story of Asif’s award-winning documentary Senna, the difference between making a documentary and a work of fiction, and the exploitative nature of our relationship to celebrity and stardom. This episode was recorded before the recent events at Bloomberg. More on that the next episode.

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Episode 13: Katie Drummond and T.C. Sottek Enjoy Some Wine

Mon, 06 Jul 2015 00:59:00 -0000

Josh is joined by his former podcasting comrades Katie Drummond (Deputy Editor at Bloomberg Business) and T.C. Sottek (Senior News Editor for The Verge) for a good old-fashioned Winecast. After catching up a bit — it turns out Katie got married and T.C. is dabbling with Soylent — the discussion turns to contemporary topics such as the Confederate flag, Hulk Hogan vs. Gawker, and Space X, as well as more lightweight issues like the return of PC gaming, food bloggers, and the hottest new celebrity couple — Crangie.

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Episode 11: Laura June and the Men’s Rights Telecaster Backlash

Fri, 19 Jun 2015 00:00:00 -0000

Straight from the Topolsky master bedroom, this week’s episode of Tomorrow is draped in the spirit of Father’s Day as Josh sits down with his wife Laura June to discuss their daughter Zelda and the perils of the parental experience. The couple also talk about their TV habits, the future of movies, reptilian shapeshifters, The Misfits, Spider-Man, chipmunks, goths, gun control, and Hillary Clinton. Magnus’ inbox is sure to explode after this one.

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Episode 7: Baratunde Thurston vs. Infowars

Sat, 23 May 2015 00:00:00 -0000

Baratunde Thurston is a comedian, writer, entrepreneur, and orator. His background famously includes earning a degree in philosophy from Harvard, working for The Onion and writing the New York Times bestseller How to be Black. Less publicized is that time he was a driver for Nickelback and his on-again off-again relationship with conspiracy theorist Alex Jones. It also turns out that he has a hell of a talent coming up with business ideas. Needless to say, Josh and Baratunde have A LOT OF FUN on this episode of Tomorrow. www.itunes.com/tomorrowpodcast

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Episode 6: Joshuah Bearman Heads Down the Silk Road

Fri, 15 May 2015 00:00:00 -0000

Two Joshes sink deep into a discussion about libertarianism, the art of longform, the dark web, and making movies. One Josh is the host of Tomorrow, Joshua Topolsky. The other Josh is Joshuah Bearman, famed writer (he penned the story that became the film Argo) and sensitive human being. We have recorded the experience and now share it with you.

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Episode 3: Bad News Where Humans Are Concerned with Alex Garland

Sat, 25 Apr 2015 18:58:00 -0000

Josh interviews Alex Garland, writer of 28 Days Later, The Beach, and Sunshine, about his directorial debut, Ex Machina. The conversation goes deep and weird, exploring ideas behind the film, NSA spying, and the meaning of human consciousness. Alex and Josh also debate the relative threat of world governments, discuss their love of post-apocalyptic games, and consider the construct of gender. It’s a doozy.

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Episode 2: Faxing From the Beach with Paul Ford

Fri, 17 Apr 2015 00:00:00 -0000

This week writer, programmer, and Person of the Internet Paul Ford joins Josh in the studio. The discussion covers an enormous amount of ground, including topics that should most likely never be raised in mixed company. Keiwon Consolidated Industries, failed novels, the 2016 election, and George Lucas all make an appearance. Don't dare miss a moment of this heartbreaking work of staggering genius.

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Episode 0: Vampires, Please Contact Me

Wed, 08 Apr 2015 16:33:00 -0000

In this preview of Tomorrow with Joshua Topolsky, the tables are turned and the host is placed in the hot seat. His former colleague, journalist Paul Miller, forces Josh to face the prying existential questions of the dreaded Proust Questionnaire. Subscribe now, Tomorrow premiers on Thursday, April 16.

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