Happy New Year, and welcome to 2026!

In this episode of [indistinct chatter], Aliza kicks off the new year by talking about predicted trends for 2026... not resolutions, not goals, just the patterns that seem to be emerging as we all collectively ask: is this actually serving us?

From AI being everywhere all at once, to travel slowing down, to tech finally being forced to fix the boring stuff that’s been broken for years, this episode is about intention. It's about how we use technology, how we move through the world, and how we show up in real life.

Aliza dives into:

• Why AI feels unavoidable in 2026 and why the conversation is shifting from excitement to discernment

• The rise of “Physical AI” and why it’s both fascinating and unsettling

• Why travel is becoming less about flexing and more about meaning

• How tech is predicted to shape daily life, not just productivity and work

• The cultural shift away from digital performance and toward real-life connection

• Why fashion and consumption are moving from trends to identity

• The end of “New Year, New Me” and the rise of integration over reinvention

Plus, Aliza shares her own kooky predictions for 2026, including analog tech making a comeback, micro-hobbies with zero hustle energy, embracing the cringe, accidental third places, nostalgia for vibes (not eras), and the slow death of hustle culture.

This episode is conversational, reflective, and a little all over the place... like a voice note from a friend who’s been thinking a lot about the world lately.

If you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed by trends, or just curious about where 2026 might take us, this one’s for you.

Rate, review, and share with a friends! And let me know what you think 2026 has in store.

New episodes of [indistinct chatter] drop every Tuesday!