The whole goal of this episode is simply to put OpenClaw, an open source autonomous AI agent that went viral in early January, on your radar, and make a case for why you absolutely should NOT install it. This episode covers what "open source autonomous AI agent" actually means, it’s two biggest draws, and the one massive downside that should give everyone pause: SECURITY.

• SSD and RAM prices spiking (the AI effect)
• OpenClaw origin story
• What "open source autonomous AI agent" actually means
• The two big draws: agentic capability + messaging app integration
• Being an LLM wrapper
• The major downside: security
• The hype cycle + OpenAI hiring OpenClaw's creator
• Recent ChatGPT use: Researching OpenClaw

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• Listen to ep. 29 An Introduction to Claude Code and Claude Cowork
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• (00:00:00) - ChatGPT Curious
• (00:00:38) - OpenClaw
• (00:01:37) - Pushing the button on a new podcast name
• (00:02:26) - SSD Prices Go Through the Roof
• (00:05:44) - What the F*ck Is Open Claw?
• (00:06:52) - OpenCall: A Open-Source Autonomous AI Agent
• (00:11:55) - Should You Install OpenClaw on Your Mac Mini?
• (00:15:31) - How to Use Anthropic's Usage Limits
• (00:18:06) - Curious Podcast: Turning 30

In this episode I dig into whether we're addicted to AI by examining my own switch from ChatGPT to Claude and what usage limits reveal about dependency. I break down the business models behind OpenAI's "unlimited" usage versus Anthropic's enforced limits, explore the Uber playbook of subsidized addiction, and share why both companies' controversial partnerships (OpenAI with Trump/ICE, Anthropic with Palantir) complicate the choice of which AI to use.

• Switching from ChatGPT to Claude
• OpenAI and Anthropic's controversial partnerships
• Palantir and surveillance concerns
• Claude's usage limits feature
• OpenAI's projected $14 billion loss
• The Uber addiction playbook
• Session and weekly usage limits
• AI addiction and dependency
• Future pricing predictions
• Open source alternatives
• Recent Claude use: Coding a sales page

• Listen to ep. 20: Using ChatGPT for Your Sales Pages
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• (00:00:00) - ChatGPT Curious
• (00:00:38) - Are We Adopting OpenAI?
• (00:06:44) - Are We Addicted to AI?
• (00:11:09) - Are We Adopting OpenAI?
• (00:15:18) - The Need to Use Both Tech Companies
• (00:17:02) - Anthropic's Users' Limits
• (00:18:16) - How Much Should It Cost to Use an LLM?
• (00:18:57) - Are We Addicted to AI?
• (00:20:50) - How I Used Claude to Code Sales Pages
• (00:22:24) - Thanks for Reviewing & Texting!
• (00:23:14) - Curious Companions: The Podcast

In this episode we're talking about how to switch from one LLM to another without starting from scratch or pulling your hair out. I cover why you might want to switch (spoiler: politics and preparedness), how to create a portable memory document that travels with you, and the practical steps for migrating your workflows, projects, and voice to a new AI tool.

• Why switch?
• The reality check: new LLMs feel different
• How to export your ChatGPT chat history (and why you probably shouldn't)
• Creating an LLM Portable Memory Document
• Migrating projects and workflows to Claude or Gemini
• Using Voice Anchors to teach a new LLM your writing style
• Asking the robot for help
• Recent ChatGPT use: Vibe coding an OG card generator

• Listen to Ep. 22: ChatGPT Will Never Write Like You
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• Submit a Question
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• (00:00:00) - ChatGPT Curious
• (00:00:38) - Curious
• (00:01:24) - Alternatives to Large Language Models
• (00:05:12) - If You Can't Stick With One LLM, Switch to Anthrop
• (00:09:29) - Migrating From One LLM to another without crying
• (00:15:58) - The other aspect of changing LLMs is any projects or workflows
• (00:16:47) - How to Have Chat Learn Your Voice (In 2020)
• (00:19:44) - Talking to the New LLM
• (00:20:25) - Chat GPT
• (00:23:25) - The Curious Companion
• (00:24:20) - Thanks for the Love