The Next Generation podcast

The Next Generation

Blake & Will, 8th Grade

Welcome to the Next Generation Podcast. Here, we will discuss current events in the tech and science industry, the environment and climate change, sports, and more, all from the perspective of 8th graders. Contact: [email protected] Podcast art by Blake

54 Episodes

Inside Rivian: A Conversation with CEO RJ Scaringe | Ep. 54
9/28/2023
28:10
In today's episode, Blake and Will travel to Normal, Illinois to sit down and have a conversation with Rivian's founder and CEO, RJ Scaringe, at Rivian's manufacturing plant. Rivian is an electric vehicle company that currently produces two consumer vehicles- an electric pickup truck (the R1T) and a seven-passenger electric SUV (the R1S). RJ has built Rivian from the ground up and has turned Rivian into one of the largest EV companies in the world with over 15,000 employees. In this episode, we discuss Rivian's origin, RJ's motivations, his visionary mindset, product philosophy, and so much more. Stay tuned until the end of the episode to see if we can stump him with some trivia! Enjoy. This conversation was recorded in July 2023. Click here to watch the video version of this podcast (with some extra scenes from our tour of the plant!)
Why are Apple Stores so Successful? | Ep. 53
7/18/2023
32:08
In today's episode, Blake and Will discuss the six main tricks that Apple uses in their retail stores to make them so profitable. Stay tuned until the end for a banger trivia round! Click here if you want to check out the free "Today at Apple" sessions... I highly recommend! If you have any questions or comments, feel free to reach out to us at: [email protected] or Blake's Instagram: @blakepozatek Will's Instagram: @wstimp22
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How is SpaceX Saving Ukraine? | Ep. 52
6/20/2023
24:19
In today’s episode, Blake and Will talk about how SpaceX’s Starlink is saving Ukraine from the Russian invasion. Enjoy!
5G Stinks. Why? | Ep. 51
5/25/2023
26:01
In today’s episode, Blake and Will discuss why 5G failed. Stay tuned until the end for some trivia!
Should we Allow ChatGPT in Schools?
4/16/2023
28:55
In today’s episode, Blake and Will discuss whether AI language models such as ChatGPT should be allowed in schools or not. Give us a review if you enjoyed this episode!
📱Apple’s Charging Port Controversy
3/28/2023
29:23
In todays episode, Blake and Will talk about how the EU is mandating that all devices must be charged via USB-C and how it will effect Apple’s iPhone. Stay tuned until the end for a nail-biting round of trivia! Here's the law (pages 27-28): https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-10713-2022-INIT/x/pdf
NFL Conference Championships!
1/27/2023
32:57
In today's episode, Blake and Will discuss the upcoming NFL conference championships. Fill out the form here to cast your predictions on the Super Bowl. Thanks for listening!
NFL Playoff Predictions! 🏈
1/21/2023
50:24
In today’s episode, Blake and Will talk about the NFL season and the upcoming divisional round and Super Bowl. Stay tuned until the end for a new segment with a surprise guest!
Is Artificial Intelligence a Good Thing or a Bad Thing?
1/11/2023
31:39
In today's episode, Blake and Will talk about the pros and cons of Chat GPT and similar AI models. Fill out the Google Form here. We’d love to hear what you have to say! Download Chat GPT here.
The Future of Space Travel: Elevators!
12/22/2022
33:31
In today's episode, Blake and Will break down the space elevators. Stay tuned until the end for an entertaining trivia round!

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