The X: Recent Episodes
Bryan McClain and Demetrius Madrigal
The X – The Experience – is singlehandedly the most important factor in the success of products, services and entire businesses. The X is hosted by Silicon Valley veterans and product innovation strategists Bryan McClain and Demetrius Madrigal, who bring a combined 30+ years of experience studying human behavior and technology. They’ve been behind the scenes with everyone from unfunded startups to technology giants and have a unique perspective on current events, how they are shaped by the history of human behavior and predict where the industry and the market will move in the future.
As season 10 comes to an end, Bryan and Demetrius discuss the state of the pod and the reasons that they are taking an extended hiatus. In the process, they talk about some of their favorite moments, their motivations for creating the podcast, and their perspective on tech, Silicon Valley, and the future of the industry.
Thanks to all of the listeners for the time you’ve spent with us. We hope that you’ve found it helpful and thought provoking. We will miss you all!
Bryan and Demetrius discuss the recent Crowdstrike event that caused Windows BSOD’s across the world and grounded airplanes, rescheduled surgeries, and gave your IT people new stress habits. Then they get into the fallout of how this has the potential to end Crowdstrike, inspire new government regulation, and change how new AI gets implemented in the future.
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Bryan and Demetrius discuss a recent report that YouTube was scraped by Anthropic, Apple, NVIDIA, Salesforce, and others to train their AI systems. The news has stimulated debate about what should be allowed for training AI and the guys have opinions that might be controversial.
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Bryan and Demetrius discuss Samsung’s decision to take on the Oura Ring with their new Galaxy Ring. They also get into wearable technology, what they’re good for and why someone would consider getting one. They then discuss the importance of choosing an ecosystem and how AI might come into play.
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Bryan and Demetrius dig into one of their favorite topics, the movies and movie theaters. They discuss the massive drop in revenue compared to last year and why it’s happening. They also get into what the future holds and how theater owners can continue to evolve the movie-going experience.
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Bryan and Demetrius get into the nitty gritty with chips and processors with Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon X. Are they leapfrogging Intel, AMD, and even Apple with the most advanced NPU in the game? Tune in to find out why this might be more than just another year of spec bumps in processor performance.
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Bryan and Demetrius dig into the new features announced at WWDC including iOS 18, updates to Watch OS, and the announcement of Apple Intelligence as well as access (but not necessarily integration) of ChatGPT. The guys discuss whether it’s enough to seriously compete with the big players in AI.
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Bryan and Demetrius explore the rapid changes in Hollywood as technology pushes its way in and changes how movies are made, distributed and marketed.
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Bryan and Demetrius kick off season 10 by catching up on some of the latest news about AI, particularly the new announcements of ChatGPT 4o and Google Gemini 1.5. The discussion gets into the different perspectives that each company is bringing to AI and the potential impact of a reported blockbuster deal for integration into iOS devices.
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Bryan and Demetrius look back on some of their favorite topics and moments from season 9 before diving into Tesla’s revived non-resale clause. We discuss why we think they’re doing it (hint: it’s not to stop flippers) and what impacts it could have if it became standard practice.
Then, we review HP’s new All-In plan, a subscription service that includes a printer, ink, and a set number of pages to print each month. We discuss our thoughts on this plan, why it makes sense for HP, but less sense for customers, and who it could be for (if anyone). We also bounce around some ideas for potential printing service alternatives HP could provide.
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Bryan and Demetrius dig into the big discussion online surrounding the fear and uncertainty for roles in the field of user experience during the rise of AI. The guys provide their opinion on what to do, what to think about when seeking employment and some words of encouragement during this big industry shift that will likely end up providing amazing opportunities for people who love UX.
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Bryan and Demetrius spent the morning testing the Apple Vision Pro, explored its capabilities, use cases, and user experience. The guys agreed in some areas but disagreed in others and it led to a lively debate on whether this is the new Apple Newton, a solid core concept that hasn’t found its footing, or the new Tesla Roadster, a luxury product that opens the doors to more mainstream versions in the future. Listen in and let us know what you think!
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Bryan and Demetrius discuss and debate the newly announced ChatGPT video generator, Sora; that can create realistic and imaginative scenes from text instructions. The guys explore and debate the use of this technology, the current quality of the videos and what this means for the future of video production, movie making, and social media. The guys even make a wager on whether or not this technology could produce a feature film by 2035!
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The work from home debate continues with companies now putting guardrails around what that means, so we thought it would be fitting to repost our convseration last month about this topic with with special guest, former engineering manager at Apple, Brendan Kelley. Enjoy!
Bryan and Demetrius with special guest Brendan Kelley discuss the continuing work from home saga and discuss what it means to work for a “remote first” company, how to manage people remotely, what is gained and lost being in the office and what the next few years might bring. The guys also dig into how it affects team dynamics, mental health, and how to strike a balance between working from home and in the office
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Also, learn more about us and the work that we do at https://metriclab.com/
Bryan and Demetrius discuss Disneys recent 1.5B investment into Epic Games as well as their partnership with Fox Sports and Warner Bros. Discovery to bring all majors sports content together into a single app experience. The guys pull on their experience working in gaming and media to look at these moves and figure out what this means for Disney now and in the future.
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Bryan and Demetrius explore the world of drones after being one of the most hyped technologies of the past decade. Years later, what are their primary uses and did they become the remote control car of the 1980’s as we anticipated? Also, why aren’t drones delivering burritos to doors? How and why this device went from a toy everyone seemed to be buying to a regulated device that requires government registration.
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Bryan and Demetrius examine the insane craze and frenzy around the Stanley Quencher Tumblers and explain why it’s happening, do a live UX review of the Tumbler on the show and give their predictions of what the future holds for Stanley and their competitors.
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Bryan and Demetrius discuss the recent trend of successful YouTubers announcing that they are quitting their dream jobs. The guys get into the demands of the job and the many parallels between being a successful YouTuber and being a Silicon Valley startup founder. After they break down why it’s happening they discuss what could be done to help fix it.
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Bryan and Demetrius discuss the hot product kicking off 2024, Rabbit R1 Mobile AI Device. The guys discuss the details of the product, why these types of devices are starting to show up and how it compares to the voice and AI devices they’ve worked on over the years.
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Bryan and Demetrius discuss the ongoing conversation about whether or not the field of User Experience Research and Design is dying or evolving and why so many researchers and designers have been laid off in the last year and what this means moving forward.
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Bryan and Demetrius discuss CES 2024, starting off with survival tips such as how to deal with the crowds by timing your arrival and planning out your transportation and what to do about food. The guys then get into what tech trends they’re keeping an eye on at the show (including AI, AR, and the latest TV technologies) and which ones are over hyped. Finally, they reminisce on products from past CES events that made an impact.
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Bryan and Demetrius close out 2023 with their annual favorite things podcast. As usual, neither Bryan nor Demetrius knew what the other person placed on their list and to the shock of both of them, very few tech products were listed. We get into what they are, but more importantly WHY they are our favorite things and what each company was able to do in order to deliver a stellar experience for the user.
Happy New Year and we are looking forward to seeing you all in 2024!
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Bryan and Demetrius with special guest Brendan Kelley discuss the continuing work from home saga and discuss what it means to work for a “remote first” company, how to manage people remotely, what is gained and lost being in the office and what the next few years might bring. The guys also dig into how it affects team dynamics, mental health, and how to strike a balance between working from home and in the office
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Also, learn more about us and the work that we do at https://metriclab.com/
Bryan and Demetrius break down the OpenAI drama and discuss what they know about the situation, why it happened, and what they think this means in regard to trust, safety and the future of these systems.
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Bryan and Demetrius provide quick reactions to the Tesla Cybertruck Delivery Event and debate its utility, design, and try to decide if it’s an eyesore or not that bad. Also, what will be the impact on the market? Will it bring Tesla into more direct competition with the bigger, more established automakers or is it Tesla’s most niche vehicle yet?
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Bryan and Demetrius kick off season 9 with a discussion around the new AI Pin by Humane - a company built by former Apple designers that strives to expand beyond the phone and put AI literally on your body and powered by OpenAI.
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Bryan and Demetrius discuss the announcement of the iPhone 15 and Apple Watch, the big move to USB-C, and Apple and innovation.
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Bryan and Demetrius conclude their four-part series by discussing what happened when the pandemic hit and how it fundamentally changed the industry we’d been in since our late teens. We started the podcast, our goals shifted, and (once again) the company is looking quite different compared to three years prior.
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In honor of Labor Day and so many people out camping and taking a break, we thought it would be fitting to repost our interview with John Willenborg, the founder and CEO of Owl Vans, a gear design and fabrication company focused on adventure vans. John discusses everything from how he got Owl off the ground, how to grow and scale a hardware business, and what it takes to build a brand people will love. This is an episode not to miss!
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Bryan and Demetrius continue their four-part series with part 3, discussing how they survived the great recession, managed to grab an amazing office for cheap, were a part of the boom in mobile apps, became the go-to research team for Silicon Valley’s most secretive projects, licensed their own hardware product. and grow their client list.
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Bryan and Demetrius dig into some of the latest developments in gaming, starting with Netflix’s reported beta testing of a cloud gaming service. Could gaming solve some of Netflix’s recent woes? Also, Baldur’s Gate has kicked off a debate about setting the standard in AAA games. The guys discuss why it’s neither the game developers nor the gamers who are dictating development processes right now and how that mirrors development in tech.
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Bryan and Demetrius continue their four-part series with part 2 discussing the great recession, how they managed to move through it, what it took to get out of it and how that led to working with some of the most secretive research labs in the valley. Welcome to Part 2: The great recession and how it changed our business and the valley.
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Bryan and Demetrius dig into the drama of the Twitter rebrand to X and all the shenanigans associated with it, Hollywood goes on pause as the actors join the writers and go on strike and Lenovo is directly competing with Steam Deck to compete in the portable gaming market.
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Bryan and Demetrius kick off a four-part series where they tell the origin story of Metric Lab and how they landed relationships with some of the biggest names in tech. Come learn how they built a company that has lasted for almost two decades and survived the Great Recession and a global pandemic. Welcome to Part 1: The decision to try.
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With AI poised to reshape tech, the guys get into their own personal AI wishlists. They discuss the value that AI could provide when it comes to finance, health, in the home, and on the go. Take a listen and let us know what you would want AI to do.
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Are people going back to movie theaters post pandemic? Bryan and Demetrius circle back on the future of movies and movie theaters and dig into the numbers to explore why some big-budget movies have failed while others have succeeded. The guys also make their predictions as the writers and actors strike hit Hollywood hard this week.
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Bryan and Demetrius review the recent shakeup in social media, with Meta launching Threads to immediate massive success, along with all of the stars aligning to make it happen. That includes Elon undercutting his own platform by rate-limiting engagement so that Twitter users are forced to look elsewhere. Can Elon and Twitter do anything to stem the tide and claw back market share?
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Bryan and Demetrius dig into the art and science of naming a business or product. They get into what makes a good name and explain the process through stories about their own company, products, and clients over the years. Discover the secret sauce to naming and not going insane while doing it!
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Bryan and Demetrius discuss the ongoing writers strike in Hollywood and explore how it might get resolved, what it means for the industry and how AI is playing a big role in the negotiation. Along the way, they get into the role that Silicon Valley and the tech industry played in creating the current situation and reasons (other than just money) that they might be reluctant to commit to a long-term solution.
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Bryan and Demetrius explore self-driving cars again as Waymo partners with Uber (yes, Uber!) and appears to be leading the charge of getting people to their destinations. Also, Bryan makes a big prediction about how the industry will consolidate in the next few years and what that means for the self-driving car movement.
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Bryan and Demetrius kick off season 8 by reacting to the recently announced Apple Vision Pro AR/VR headset and getting into the good (the technology), the iffy (proposed and potential use cases), and the ugly (that price tag). Plus a comparison to the Meta Quest 3 VR headset and where the technology could go in the coming years.
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Following up on the discussion from a previous podcast where we discussed what were the realistic dangers of AI, this week Bryan and Demetrius close out season 7 by discussing the appropriate guardrails to help keep the public safe… quickly discover how complicated these safeguards can become.
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Bryan and Demetrius discuss the leaked information about Apple’s rumored VR headset. What we expect if the rumors are true, and what Apple needs to do in order to have a successful VR headset.
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Also, learn more about us and the work that we do at https://metriclab.com/
Bryan and Demetrius talk with John Willenborg, the founder and CEO of Owl Vans, a gear design and fabrication company focused on adventure vans. John discusses everything from how he got Owl off the ground, how to grow and scale a hardware business, and what it takes to build a brand people will love. This is an episode not to miss!
Bryan and Demetrius get hyped to dive into the announcement of Unreal Engine 5.2 and its exciting new capabilities. In particular, they discuss the innovative and impressive use of AI to procedurally generate photo-realistic environments and animate human figures. They wrap up by discussing all of the different impacts that Unreal Engine 5.2 could have on industries beyond gaming.
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A discussion about the open letter signed by AI specialists and practitioners to halt development of AI systems until guardrails are established. Bryan and Demetrius do a deep dive into the fears surrounding the rapid deployment of AI systems like ChatGPT 4. They cover what fears are unfounded and what we should really be worried about.
This week we hear from GoPro designers Steve Yui and Grant McCauley about what it takes to build the world’s top action sports camera. They discuss how to think about creativity in design, what it’s like to work at GoPro and what advice they would provide to up and coming UX professionals looking to work in the action sports segment. Along the way they provide an in-depth look behind the scenes working in a Silicon Valley tech company. This is one you won’t want to miss!
The guys dig into the crash of Silicon Valley bank and explore the reasons why it happened, when it started, what could have been done to save it and how social media played a pivotal role in its demise. The guys also explore what it means for the brand and how it will affect the valley as a whole.
Bryan has a brush with the legal system when he gets called for Jury Duty and finds it a slow, inefficient, and generally frustrating experience. In this episode, he details the experience, including many antiquated processes and some of the reasons why nobody wants to get put on a jury. Then the guys explore ideas for improving the process, ranging from minor improvements to dramatic rethinking of how juries work.
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Demetrius shares the story of his tech-resistant mother making the decision to cut the cord and switch to streaming and why it’s a massive sign of impending doom for traditional cable. Then he and Bryan break down both the data behind the streaming takeover as well as the reasons why the cable experience has been completely eclipsed by ever advancing (and expanding) streaming platforms.
Bryan and Demetrius dig into the opening of Super Nintendo World in Universal Studios Hollywood. What’s in the park? What’s the experience they’re trying to provide guests? What is the potential for the future? And how does it stack up to the Gold Standard in theme parks: Disneyland
Do you want to learn how to create and publish your own book with a major publishing house? In 2022, Bryan engaged in an inspiring and educational conversation with Joseph Kuefler - the author/designer/producer who founded Childlike Labs and has authored and illustrated many children’s books such as The Digger and the Duckling Beyond the Pond and many more. Learn more about Joseph at https://josephkuefler.com/
Bryan and Demetrius dive deep into the implications of Amazon quietly opening Amazon Clinic and how it could make a big splash on the healthcare experience. Then they explore the reasons why streaming services like HBO and Netflix have been aggressively canceling shows and movies for the past few months and toying with cracking down on password sharing.
UX professional, Demetrius Madrigal reacts to his first use of ChatGPT and gives a glimpse inside the process of product development while Bryan dives into the technical details of how it works and why it’s more about philosophy and psychology at this point than pure engineering. The guys also discuss the most recent developments in AI including the announcements of Google’s Bard and GitHUB’s Copilot.
Bryan and Demetrius are back for the kick off of season 7 discussing the storm of excitement around AI tool ChatGPT and how its dramatic rise in popularity over the last few months has brought new excitement to the tech industry. Also, what happened to crypto? The excitement around crypto has cooled off and what does that mean for the industry as a whole?
Bryan and Demetrius recap the biggest happenings in tech in 2022, why they happened and what it means for the coming year. They get into the Cryptocrash including the FTX debacle, major tech advances such as AI, robotics, and biotech, and discuss whether we’re on the cusp of a major new metaverse player. Finally, the guys talk about their favorite products of 2022 and how they could be signs of what’s to come.
Bryan and Demetrius revisit the FTX collapse and discuss Samuel Bankman-Fried’s recent media appearances and the reasons that he might be saying the things he’s saying. Also, the guys discuss the effects that the collapse has had on the crypto sector and the role of centralized versus decentralized exchanges and whether decentralization is going to become the norm.
Do you want to learn how to create and publish your own book with a major publishing house? Bryan engages in an inspiring and educational conversation with Joseph Kuefler - the author/designer/producer who founded Childlike Labs and has authored and illustrated many children’s books such as The Digger and the Duckling Beyond the Pond and many more. Learn more about Joseph at https://josephkuefler.com/
Bryan and Demetrius deep dive into all things meetings. Do we need them, do we want them, how should we best use them and how can we optimize within meetings? The guys also discuss how meetings are conducted at different tech companies and which methods work best from their experience.
Bryan and Demetrius deep dive into all things meetings. Do we need them, do we want them, how should we best use them and how can we optimize within meetings? The guys also discuss how meetings are conducted at different tech companies and which methods work best from their experience.
Bryan and Demetrius dig into the recent FTX collapse, which has led to billions in financial liabilities that could eclipse the Enron scandal. It could also mean significant legal trouble for founder Sam Bankman-Fried and his colleagues.
Bryan and Demetrius deep dive into online toxicity and discuss why it happens, the psychology behind it, what the data tells us about it, what solutions currently exist to manage it and what the future holds for gaming, social networks, and other platforms that garner large amount of human to human communication.
Bryan and Demetrius discuss the big tech news of the week - Elon takes ownership of Twitter, executives are fired, platform changes are proposed and issues of hate speech rise in the first 48 hours. It’s all discussed and the guys make predictions for how it all will unfold in the next few years.
Bryan has a thoughtful and deep conversation with venture capitalist Ryan Else on life as a VC, what it takes to build a venture fund, what founders should consider when raising capital and answers hot topic questions about the value of venture funding, success rates and much more. This is a conversation not to miss!
Bryan and Demetrius catch up since the wrap of season 5, discuss the Elon acquisition of Twitter and what it could mean for the platform, the offer made by Kanye to buy Parler, and the trend of layoffs hitting tech.
Bryan and Demetrius wrap up their 5th season with a discussion about the drama happening between Mojang (owner of MInecraft) and private Minecraft server owners over the new content moderation policy. They also discuss the pros and cons of not allowing NFTs on Minecraft and discuss potential solutions. Finally, the guys have a fun discussion about all the new films and shows being announced at Comic Con this year and say goodbye to season 5 as they take a break before the start of next season.
Amazon took a big step forward this week in the medical space by announcing that it will be acquiring One Medical for 4B dollars, potentially adding a major new player in the industry. Could this spur competition in the space, enhance the user experience, and drive down costs? Also, as the U.S Senate passed the CHIPS act what could it mean for the tech industry and beyond?
The guys explore the recent news from BMW regarding subscription fees for upgrades such as heated seats and deep dive into the experience of microtransactions in the automotive industry and how this might play out with users in the future. Bryan also geeks out his review of the Solis adventure van and why he thinks Demetrius needs to buy one.
Bryan and Demetrius are back from vacation and discussing all things tech starting with Elon Musk trying to pull out of the Twitter deal, the continuing tech layoffs happening all over the valley and beyond, and how they were blown away when exploring the new redesign of AirBnB for the first time.
Bryan and D are out this week but wanted to repost one of their favorite episodes. Bryan sits down with Justin Graham and discusses his career as a photographer, videographer, drone operator, and Youtube influencer. Bryan and Justin dig into the process of storytelling, how to promote content, what it’s like to work on the set of amazing shows and films that shoot in Hawaii and what’s on the horizon for his personal VLOG Outhere TV. They also get into his life in Hawaii and their shared love of surfing.
Repost: Bryan and D are out this week for the holiday but wanted to repost one of their favorite episodes. Bryan and Paul do a deep dive on how LegionM is shaking up the traditional Hollywood model, discuss how technology is changing the industry including their groundbreaking Film Scout program and the potential of NFTs. They also dig into the ins and outs of Hollywood, his upcoming TED Talk, and some of the exciting films, TV series and other creative endeavors Paul and his team have on the horizon.
Bryan interviews Demetrius about his recent visit and review of the happiest place on earth and gold standard for user experience - Disneyland. The guys discuss entry and exit, line management, rides and much more! It’s a fun one!
Bryan and Demetrius do a deep dive into the NFT market and discuss why sales volumes have drastically dropped and why high-profile NFT collectables such as Jack Dorsey’s first tweet sold for a tiny fraction of what an investor originally paid for it. The guys also discuss the true value of a digital token and explain their 5 point implementation strategy for a successful NFT rollout.
Bryan and Demetrius discuss Apple's latest announcements including a new M2 processor, an updated Macbook Air, and iOS 16. They dig into Apple Pay’s new Pay Later feature and discuss the benefits and drawbacks of the proliferation of deferred payment options and their effect on inflation. Finally, the guys walk through all of the convoluted and bizarre developments in Elon Musk and Twitter’s game of acquisition chicken.
Bryan and Demetrius discuss the merits of remote work and what it means for Tesla workers as Elon Musk demands that everyone come back to the office at least 40 hours per week. The guys also discuss the announcement that Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Meta, is stepping down in the fall and discuss whether this is the beginning of a changing of the guard at FAANG companies.
Bryan and Demetrius do a deep dive into the NFT market and discuss why sales volumes have drastically dropped and why high-profile NFT collectables such as Jack Dorsey’s first tweet sold for a tiny fraction of what an investor originally paid for it. The guys also discuss the true value of a digital token and explain their 5 point implementation strategy for a successful NFT rollout.
Bryan and Demetrius discuss last week's Google I/O conference and all the new tech innovations announced such as the Pixel watch, Pixel 7 phone and Pixel Buds as well as their prototype for real time AR text translation. The guys also discuss how these new innovations help the consumer as well as push Google forward in the race for better and more effective AI and AR.
Bryan and Demetrius discuss the crazy swings of the market and how user experience could be driving the amount of capital in the markets. Could Bitcoin be retreating below $10k? Also, Microsoft teams up with Epic to get Fortnite back on iOS devices…without Apple’s approval. How should Apple respond?
Bryan and Paul do a deep dive on how LegionM is shaking up the traditional Hollywood model, discuss how technology is changing the industry including their groundbreaking Film Scout program and the potential of NFTs. They also dig into the ins and outs of Hollywood, his upcoming TED Talk, and some of the exciting films, TV series and other creative endeavors Paul and his team have on the horizon.
Bryan and Demetrius dive deep on Elon Musk’s acquisition of Twitter and his ideas for changing the platform. The guys discuss what Twitter might look like if he did make these big changes and also how current employees will respond to going from a public company to a private company owned by the wealthiest person in the world.
Bryan and Demetrius discuss Netflix’s decline of over 200k users, 38% drop in stock price and proposed fixes such as adding advertising and stopping password sharing. The guys also discuss why CNN+ shut down after less than a month and why Google might be bringing back Google Wallet.
Bryan and Demetrius dig through all of the news around the Elon Musk and Twitter drama, including whether we think it’s a legitimate offer, will it happen, how it could happen and what it could mean for Twitter. Also, a new and potentially important advancement comes from the perhaps unlikely source of film writer/director Kevin Smith. The guys dive in and break it down. Could this be the breakthrough that NFTs need?
Bryan and Demetrius are out this week so they decided to repost one of their top podcasts of all time! In this episode Bryan and Demetrius uncover the process of becoming a social influencer and discuss how "Youtubers" and "Streamers" have disrupted the marketing and advertising industries.
Bryan and Demetrius talk about The Slap and its aftermath, focusing on how it affected the viewing experience and how the Academy and all those involved could have handled it differently. Also, the guys go over dropping GPU prices and what the end of the silicon shortage could mean for multiple industries. Finally, a conversation about Bungie suing YouTube users over fake DMCA complaints leads to discussion about the overarching problems with IP in media today.
Bryan and Demetrius take a look at Satoshi Island, an experimental crypto-focused community being built on an island in the South Pacific and how it definitely doesn’t sound like the opening premise for a horror movie. Also, Bored Apes causes another stir by offering a cryptocurrency and dropping a free gift to existing NFT holders. Finally, Google wants to get in the game of using sensors to increase health awareness. The guys get into why it’s a field where many have tried but few have made progress.
NFTs are coming to Instagram and, most likely, to Meta’s metaverse platform, but what form are they going to take? Also, the guys discuss the Senate passing the “Sunshine Protection Act” to make Daylight Savings Time permanent and why it’s a big deal from an experience perspective. Finally, why FromSoftware’s Elden Ring sales are redefining the meaning of niche in the gaming industry.
Apple has new hardware! The guys discuss whether the new announcements represent an advancement in experience or it’s just another spec bump. Disney decides to start charging extra to skip lines at their parks, the guys talk about how it represents a rare backward move in User Experience. And the White House announces new efforts to start enforcing regulation on crypto currencies and even developing a new US crypto. What does that mean for the crypto currencies in the world?
Since Covid cases have drastically receded, Hawaii has decided to remove most of their travel restrictions to make it easier to visit the islands. With that excellent news reported, we decided to post one of our favorite episodes from season 2 where we talk with Ben Fitt, the CEO of Outpost Coffee Kauai about the magic of hawaii made coffee!
Bryan and Demetrius discuss Disney's latest venture into real estate: StoryLiving in Rancho Mirage, California. They guys also discuss the launch of Truth Social, former president Trump's new social networking site and the expansion of the very popular curbside pickup at Target.
Bryan and Demetrius cover Newegg’s high profile customer service failure with a well-known YouTuber who also happens to be an outspoken consumer-rights activist. The guys get into the whole saga, how it reflects issues with customer service across the industry, and how poor implementation of automation is part of the issue. The guys also discuss Twitter’s latest efforts to clean up the platform and how Sony’s experimental true-wireless buds seem a bit crazy, but could also play a role in immersive new Augmented Reality experiences.
Bryan and Demetrius discuss Meta/Facebook’s 26% plunge and why they might not recover. Also Spotify gets painted in a corner and picks podcasts as their focus for the future. Block (or Square) Bitcoin Lightning for CashApp. And NFTs’ attempts to go mainstream are hitting a ton of pushback.
Bryan sits down with Justin Graham and discusses his career as a photographer, videographer, drone operator, and Youtube influencer. Bryan and Justin dig into the process of storytelling, how to promote content, what it’s like to work on the set of amazing shows and films that shoot in Hawaii and what’s on the horizon for his personal VLOG Outhere TV. They also get into his life in Hawaii and their shared love of surfing.
Bryan and Demetrius dig into the recent stock market and crypto slumps and also discuss the troubles Peloton is having with sales and its effect on the stock price. The guys also discuss how gaming is booming with the potential Microsoft acquisition of Activision Blizzard. But could that acquisition get blocked by regulators and what does consolidation mean for consumers? Also, could we be hitting a peak with our current Covid wave?
Bryan and Demetrius kick off season 5 discussing the most interesting and promising products of CES 2022 and why this might be the year of the robot. The guys also break down the Metaverse real estate boom and explain why so many investors are jumping in and hiring architects to design the next great virtual world.
Bryan and Demetrius wrap up season 4 by reflecting on 2021 and have fun talking about the products, services, and companies that they loved and helped shape their year. The guys also talk about their new format for 2022 and what to expect for season 5. Happy Holidays!
Bryan and Demetrius dig into the news of the week discussing the new Alexa Together for families, the royalty issues between Spotify and Spoken Giants, how Twitter wants to move faster and how Tesla is losing out on incentives by being a non-union company.
Bryan and Demetrius dig into the biggest news of the week: new leadership at both Twitter and Salesforce. Could big changes be on the way? Also, the US Congress takes aim at scalpers using “Grinch Bots” to buy up everything that people really want, space stations are going corporate, and Blade Runner predicts the future as scientists create organic robots that can reproduce.
Bryan and Demetrius get into the holiday spending and how it could be affected by factors like supply chain and inflation. They also discuss why we’re getting hit with inflation and the role that cryptocurrencies could be playing. Also, Apple’s car project seems to be moving forward again, but how will they fit into the automotive landscape? Finally, Tidal makes a move from niche to mainstream: could it be part of a larger NFT strategy?
For their 50th podcast episode, Bryan and Demetrius have a fun time talking about what it’s like to live and work in Silicon Valley and nearby San Francisco; including why locals DON’T consider San Francisco to be part of Silicon Valley. They also dive deep into lifestyle, culture, career, climate and much more in this exciting inside look into the place they call home.
Bryan and Demetrius discuss a new competitor focused on evolving the user experience for search: You.com. The guys also talk about how Tiktok is testing out gaming with a Zynga partnership and Twitter starts its subscription service Twitter Blue.
Bryan and Demetrius discuss Facebook's push into the Metaverse with a name change (Meta) and why Tesla’s stock price soared to 1 trillion dollars in the last few weeks. The guys also explore the news around Zillow pausing its iBuyer program and Netflix releasing games on Android.
Bryan calls in remotely to talk with Demetrius about Apple updating MacBooks (HDMI and Magsafe are back!), Google releases the Pixel 6 with some really interesting new capabilities, Adobe is making it easier for creatives to mint NFTs, and The Great Resignation continues with 25MM people quitting their jobs in the last seven months.
Bryan and Demetrius are on vacation this week; since the holidays are right around the corner and many families continue to struggle with food insecurity, we thought it would be a good time to re-post our discussion about this topic with Adam Dole from Bento about how his company is trying to help solve this problem using the technology we all carry in our pockets every day.
Bryan and Demetrius are on vacation this week; since Facebook is taking a lot of heat and social media is a big topic right now, we’re re-posting one of our most popular episodes, where we dive deep into how social media is impacting our society.
Bryan and Demetrius discuss current events (10-7-2021) such as the Senate hearing with Frances Haugen, the Facebook whistleblower, the labor shortage with truckers and longshoreman hitting our supply chain, the resolved dispute between Disney and Scarlett Johansson and how the heirs of Marvel superheroes fight to get back the original IP from Disney.
Bryan and Demetrius discuss current events (9-30-2021) such as Amazon getting into the consumer robot space, China cracking down on excessive gaming and the crypto market, broadcast television getting snubbed at the Emmys, and tech CEOs debating the future of working from home.
Bryan and Demetrius celebrate their first year producing The X with a look back at their favorite moments, guests, and discuss the predictions they got right and the ones they got wrong. The guys also discuss their proposed changes to Season 5 and how it might make the podcast even better and more fun!
Bryan and Demetrius slip into the Matrix for a deep conversation about virtual worlds and the future of the metaverse and what it means for all of us. After getting into the surprisingly long history of the metaverse, the guys get into how it works, what happens when you enter it, and some of the pitfalls to manage as it matures into the Oasis. This is a fun and informative conversation about a topic that is old, new, and can get confusing at the same time.
Bryan and Demetrius dive back into one of their favorite topics, movies and entertainment, taking another look at movie theaters and streaming after more than a year of pandemic and first-run movies being released simultaneously to theaters and on streaming platforms. Along the way, the guys discuss Scarlett Johansson and Disney’s legal kerfuffle over Black Widow and reveal their guilty pleasures in streaming shows.
Bryan and Demetrius discuss how gaming is growing again with the introduction of new players such as Netflix, Amazon, Peloton, and Zoom. But, can they establish a foothold in the market if they are just dipping their toes? Plus, the guys discuss the new Steam Deck from Valve and the progression toward true multi-platform play.
Bryan and Demetrius explore the world of 3D printing and try to decode why we don’t yet have a 3D printer on every desk and how such a hyped up technology cooled over the years. The guys also talk about what it would take to really bring this technology back into the mainstream and make the dream of a Star Trek-style replicator a reality.
Bryan and Demetrius circle back on their first podcast about the pandemic and discuss their hits and misses. They dig into what we all learned from the changes brought on from the pandemic, where we’ve seen advancements and what improvements still need to be made. Then they look to the future and predict what changes are going to stick with us and what’s going to fade away over time.
Bryan and Demetrius talk about the ever evolving conversation about Non Fungible Tokens (NFTs) and why we keep hearing about them. What are they? Why do we need them? How do they work and what does the future hold for this technology?
Ever wondered what UX really is and how it’s used? Ever wondered how the big Silicon Valley companies are able to consistently produce successful products? This episode, Bryan and Demetrius break it all down for you and the role that user research plays in developing products. Plus, why FAANG companies have committed to the process, mindset, and culture of UX.
Bryan and Demetrius discuss the widely popular innovation of AR, VR, MR, and what the future holds for these technologies and why user experience is paramount in large scale adoption. They also discuss which technologies have the most potential and which companies have the best chance of success in this emerging market.
Bryan and Demetrius explore the under-reported shift in the Hollywood film making process - using AI to help make big decisions. The guys discuss the merits of AI systems for streamlining logistics, storytelling, marketing and distribution. They even dig into the topic of AI actors and how long it might take until we actually see this technology make an impact on the industry.
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Adam Dole and his team at Bento, a startup incubated at Not Impossible Labs, are tirelessly working to end food insecurity by deploying technology that connects people in need of meals with local restaurants via a simple text message. Adam talks about his career, product innovation, the joy of multi-disciplinary teams, how the idea for Bento came about, and his ambitious plans to roll it out nationally.
Bryan and Demetrius discuss the disturbing topic of how social media platforms transformed from a fun way to exchange photos with friends and family to a recruiting and organizing tool for extremists and a megaphone for divisiveness and outrage.
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Bryan and Demetrius dig into the future of space tourism - who’s involved, what are they offering, why are they doing it and most importantly: what to expect from the experience. The guys also discuss the challenges to making space tourism a success and the short term and long goals of these companies and how tourism for some of them is just a means to an end - the Moon and Mars.
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Bryan and Demetrius have an exciting and fun discussion with vlogger and professional surf cinematographer Justin Graham about what it's like to film for Jamie O Brien, one of the world’s most famous professional surfers. We also talk about how he got into YouTube after working on Hollywood film franchises such as Marvel and Jurassic World. Justin goes into detail about how he’s grown his presence online since he began his journey in film and also goes deep into camera and drone technology. Check out Justin’s words of wisdom and experience for others interested in doing what he does and life on the Hawaiian Islands.
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Bryan and Demetrius discuss the rewarding, long, difficult, fun, exciting and scary endeavor of building a company and running it for the last fifteen years. They also discuss what they’ve learned from it and what they would do differently knowing what they know now.
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Bryan and Demetrius explore the world of telemedicine and discuss how if done right, it could radically change and improve the lives of people around the world...but the key is “done right”. This is a scenario in which user-centered design is essential to success.
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Bryan and Demetrius talk with Bettina Warburg, blockchain expert, evangelist, TED speaker, and partner at Warburg Serres, about the rise of Web 3, the future of blockchain technology and how it will impact the user experience of future applications. They also discuss whether or not Bitcoin is a pioneer or settler in the cryptocurrency space and Bettina gives her opinion on the Coinbase direct listing and what that means for the industry as a whole.
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In 2011, the world heard the name MoviePass for the first time. It was a dream come true for movie lovers who wanted to frequently see movies at the theatre but not necessarily pay the full price every time. The service quickly rose to over 3 million subscribers but crashed quickly when the economics did not work. Bryan and Demetrius review this story and discuss what went wrong and why the idea itself was great and something we might see again in the future.
Bryan and Demetrius look into the evolution of audio as a platform and review the merits of the latest tools and trends. Demetrius gives a history lesson on the evolution of audio since the 1800’s and how old technology still impacts modern models. Then the guys explore the usefulness of social audio apps like ClubHouse and whether they are truly disruptive.
Bryan and Demetrius discuss the reactive change in education due the pandemic and how the lessons we’ve learned from remote learning might be a glimpse of what’s to come in the future of education. What if the holy grail of topic mastery is the blending of online and in-person education and if so, how will that fundamentally change the way we think about education moving forward?
Bryan and Demetrius do a deep dive with Ben Fitt, the founder and CEO of Outpost Coffee Kauai in the Hawaiian islands about the future of the coffee business, the bean-to-cup movement, sustainable farming and how and why Ben was featured last month in the Wall Street Journal.
Bryan and Demetrius talk about the hugely popular, controversial, confusing, frustrating, and exciting topic of cryptocurrencies and how they’ve been transformed from currencies into an asset class. They discuss the fantastic potential of blockchain technology, like enabling extremely secure transactions. And they tackle the concerning things that are being done with them, like ASICs impacting energy grids. They also take a look at the fact that major investors are establishing controlling positions in some cryptos and what that means for smaller investors. Then they take a peek into the future. Could fiat currencies run on blockchain one day?
The guys look back on the predictions they made last year and see how things have changed and what trends are emerging for 2021. They dig into some tectonic shifts in the streaming wars and some services still struggling to take off, all while discussing some of their favorite shows. They also get into where movie theaters fit into the new media landscape and discuss a future where content takes a backseat to new features and experiences.
For the last 16 years, Phil Wagner has been helping individuals and companies acquire and defend patents for their inventions and has become a prominent patent agent here in Silicon Valley. Phil stopped by The X to talk about how patents work, why we need them, when to get them, and how we should reform the patent system to help innovation continue to thrive.
Since Covid-19, retail sales on digital platforms have increased by 32% and that’s led to massive changes in how we buy and sell products. Bryan and Demetrius talk about how the pandemic threw gasoline on the fire of the online-retail takeover. The guys discuss how consumers are leaning into the future and major retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Target are right there with them...but what about the smaller retailers? Can enterprising tech entrepreneurs give small brick-and-mortar retailers a democratizing voice in e-commerce?
Bryan and Demetrius discuss the investment markets and how the typically stable industry has been disrupted by platforms and experiences like commission-free trades, partial share purchases, and a new generation of investors. They also discuss how these changes set up the GameStop event and the showdown between the WallStreetBets subreddit and actual Wall Street.
While every other form of media has had to adapt to survive the transition to an internet age, sports distribution is still built primarily around traditional channels. But that success is now bringing major investment into different areas such as fan engagement, stadium technology, athlete performance enhancement and much more. Bryan and Demetrius discuss all of these areas and tell stories about their experiences with sports and where they think it will evolve in the future.
Bryan and Demetrius take a look at autonomous vehicle safety and break down the standards for autonomous vehicle vs. human driving safety and how all this will play out in the future.
Bryan and Demetrius discuss new technologies in transportation, where they are in development, and how movements like electric cars and autonomous driving are changing how we think about what’s possible for vehicles in 2021.
Bryan and Demetrius take a look back at the products that they used and loved the most in 2020 and explore what it was that made them so great.
Join Bryan and Demetrius as they explore the relationship where government and tech meet in Silicon Valley with two-time Menlo Park mayor and city council person, Raymond Mueller. They’ll cover remote work, the recent exodus of tech from the Bay Area, and the future of local government.
In this BONUS episode, Bryan and Demetrius uncover the process of becoming a social influencer and discuss how "Youtubers" and "Streamers" have disrupted the marketing and advertising industries.
In this bonus episode, Bryan and Demetrius talk all things gaming and predict the coming dominance of cloud gaming services like Stadia and the end of consoles.
Bryan and Demetrius wrap up the first season of The X Podcast by taking a long look at work-from-home tools. They’ll discuss the fragmentation caused by the crowded space of different tools and how that fragmentation will eventually change as the different players start to establish interconnected ecosystems. They’ll also dig into new tools and experiences on the horizon and how the next generation of tools will shape the remote work experience.
Bryan and Demetrius discuss remote work and how much of the professional world has turned away from heading into the office and how it’s been a growing phenomenon for decades with a recent shot in the arm. They talk about many of the common concerns such as proximity to the people in power in order to advance up the ladder, forging working relationships with co-workers, and establishing a company culture. The guys wrap up with predictions and what the future of the office will look like.
Bryan and Demetrius take a look at the future of elections and voting. Are we progressing to a world where everyone can vote with our phones? We might be closer than you think, but there’s still work to be done. But first, Demetrius shares some analysis on the effectiveness of political polling. Is it as inaccurate as it appears to be at first glance? If not, why does it seem to be? Demetrius has some interesting data and some thoughts to share.
In this episode, Bryan and Demetrius dig deep on how social media has influenced news media. The guys break down how the social media to news media use case is different from the traditional news consumption experience. Then they get into how social media has amplified toxicity and polarization. They wrap up by addressing the responsibilities of both the social media platforms and the news organizations in cleaning up the news experience on social platforms.
Bryan and Demetrius tackle the state of news media, going into the conditions that gave rise to issues with sensationalism and bias, as well as annoyances such as clickbait and clumsy ad integration. After going over lessons from the past (including the Pulitzer/Hearst period of yellow journalism) and factors unique to the modern era like the role of social media, Bryan and D get into some examples of great experiences and possible solutions.
Bryan and Demetrius dive into restaurants, covering the precarious position that many were in before the pandemic and how COVID-19 has accelerated changes that have been coming for quite some time. Eventually the discussion turns to the future and how restaurants might change and adapt, including innovations like food delivery or ordering ahead for dine-in experiences.
In this episode Bryan and Demetrius discuss the immediate and long-term effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. They cover how working-from-home is moving to the mainstream and businesses like restaurants having to adapt creates ripple effects that will have wide impacts on everything from commercial real estate to retail and more. Bryan and Demetrius discuss which phenomena are temporary and which are here to stay.
Bryan and Demetrius delve into the trials and tribulations of movie theaters and how they will evolve in response to the modern audience. The guys get into the magic of the cinema as a unique experience and what keeps people coming back. Demetrius digs into the movie theater business model and how content selection can be better optimized for the experience while Bryan points out all of the strides that theaters have made recently to upgrade the experience for their guests. Together, the guys float ideas for the future of the theater experience.
In the inaugural episode of The X: How Experience Shapes Everything, Bryan McClain and Demetrius Madrigal delve into the past, present, and expected future of streaming media. They discuss their experience working in media technology in the earliest days of streaming content, the current status of the industry (including Quibi’s recent struggles and how they might recover), and where streaming is likely to go in the future.