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Singularity Surfers

Singularity Surfers

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Singularity Surfers

We, Patrick and Aragorn, supported by our Innovation Network Community of experts, track the exponential shifts reshaping civilization over the next 10-15 years.

We cover AI evolution, humanoid robotics, economic transformation, human augmentation, longevity breakthroughs, and system-level changes most analyses completely miss.

We turn this into a Weekly Newsletter and a Podcast every other week.
We know how hard it is to keep up with everything, so we want to be something you look forward to, not another chore on your plate.

This isn't about hype cycles or quarterly earnings. We analyze where technology is actually heading through historical patterns, scientific research, and signals hiding in plain sight. What's coming. What it means. What to do.

Our listeners include founders, CEOs, and leaders building companies for the world that's emerging—not the one that's ending. This podcast is for you if you'd rather see the wave coming than pretend it isn't there.

It's not for you if you're comfortable believing AI is overhyped, robots are decades away, and capitalism is eternal.

We're optimists who do the math. We see the liberation, not just the disruption. And we're here to help you navigate the biggest transformation in human history.

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Episodes
  • Anthropic tells Pentagon: NO. | 🏄‍♀️Ep.4

    Anthropic tells Pentagon: NO. | 🏄‍♀️Ep.4
    Feb 25 2026

    Singularity Surfers: Gemini 3.1’s Leap, Multi‑Agent AI, SaaS Disruption, Pentagon vs Anthropic, and the Next Wave of Tech Convergence.

    Patrick and Aragorn (Mr. Metaverse) discuss rapid shifts across AI, software, media, and manufacturing: Aragorn reviews the Bigscreen Beyond VR headset and how simulation plus future neural links could accelerate skill acquisition, then they break down five major model releases (Google Gemini 3.1, Anthropic Claude, Alibaba’s Qwen, xAI Grok, and OpenAI GPT Codex Spark), arguing recent gains come more from fine-tuning and multi-agent “thinking” than pretraining. They highlight Gemini’s big ARC-AGI-2 jump and improved website generation, Grok’s visible multi-agent roles, rising interest in real-world benchmarks (including AI trading returns), and the push toward open-source models. They debate “death of SaaS,” predicting exploding app counts and agent-driven, disposable software layers, cover Pentagon friction with Anthropic over ethical constraints, note actors like Matthew McConaughey preparing for AI likeness cloning, and connect AI to breakthroughs like soft-robot 3D printing and a near-term path toward Star Trek–style replicators.

    00:00 Matrix Moment Teaser
    01:12 Welcome and VR Headset Hype
    02:20 Custom Fit VR and 3D Printing
    04:46 Flight Sims and Learning Faster
    09:48 AI Releases and ARC Benchmarks
    12:49 Gemini 3.1 Website Leap
    14:40 Fine Tuning and Multi Agent Minds
    20:24 Open Source Models and Copyright Pressure
    23:48 AI as Conductor Mindset Shift
    27:09 AI Trading Benchmarks and Market Volatility
    31:38 SaaS Is Dying Debate
    34:56 Context Layers and Middleware Future
    40:16 ERP to SaaS to Agents
    43:20 AI Roadmaps Fade
    43:57 Pentagon vs Ethical AI
    47:14 Anthropic Growth Surge
    49:58 Musk Power Politics
    53:38 Actors Face AI Clones
    59:48 Fan Fiction Future
    01:00:48 Soft Robot 3D Print
    01:03:28 Home Replicator Vision
    01:07:22 Fast ARR Companies
    01:16:37 Executive Program Wrap

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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • AI HAS REACHED SUPREMACY | 🏄‍♀️ Ep.3

    AI HAS REACHED SUPREMACY | 🏄‍♀️ Ep.3
    Feb 12 2026

    AI Supremacy and Reverberating Innovations: Singularity Surfers Episode

    Welcome to a new episode of Singularity Surfers with Patrick and Aragorn Meulendijks, AKA Mr. Metaverse! In this episode, we dive deep into the rapid advancements and impact of AI on our society. We discuss how AI has achieved supremacy in coding and mathematics, and explore the implications of AI-driven automation and pattern recognition. We also touch on the ethical concerns of AI-generated content and the rise of synthetic data. The episode features insights from industry leaders, a look into Anthropic's ad campaigns against OpenAI, and Elon Musk’s burgeoning geopolitical superpower with Starlink and SpaceX. Join us to understand the monumental shifts happening in technology and what it means for the future of humanity.

    00:00 The Reality of AI's Impact on Society
    01:00 Introduction to Singularity Surfers
    01:32 Recent Developments in AI Models
    05:34 The Power and Risks of AI-Generated Content
    08:27 Pattern Recognition and AI's Role in Success
    22:30 The Future of Humanity and AI
    30:01 Open Claw: The Autonomous AI Agent
    36:57 AI Awareness and Sentience
    38:07 AI's Role in the Physical World
    38:33 Rent-a-Human: AI's New Strategy
    39:27 Vision Claw and Meta Glasses
    40:31 Open Source AI Advancements
    41:10 AI-Generated Content and Ethics
    43:43 Anthropic vs. OpenAI
    49:37 Amazon's Alexa Plus and AI Integration
    52:58 Technological Investment Cycles
    56:00 AI in Biology and Medicine
    59:38 SpaceX and Starlink's Dominance
    01:03:19 AI's Impact on Employment and Society
    01:08:55 Conclusion and Future Insights

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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • What happens the day after AGI? | 🏄‍♀️ Ep.2

    What happens the day after AGI? | 🏄‍♀️ Ep.2
    Jan 29 2026

    Singularity Surfers Ep. 2: What happens the day after AGI?

    Welcome to the second episode of Singularity Surfers! Join hosts Patrick and Aragorn Meulendijks (ItsMrMetaverse) as they dive into technological innovations, major tech news, and insightful discussions with executives. This episode covers a wide range of topics, including the concept of 'vibe coding,' the rapid growth of AI training centers by Elon Musk, and the ethical considerations surrounding AGI. They discuss the practicalities and potential of disposable software, the exponential revenue growth of AI companies, and the pivotal role AI will play in future advancements. The episode also touches on geopolitical aspects of chip manufacturing, the transition to Substack, and listener engagement. Unpack these insights and more to better understand our tech-driven future. Don't forget to subscribe and stay ahead of the curve!

    00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview
    01:30 AI in Podcast Production
    03:08 Elon Musk's Gigawatt AI Training Center
    06:31 Geopolitical Implications of AI and Chips
    11:03 The Concept of Vibe Coding
    13:15 AGI and Ethical Considerations
    25:26 The Importance of Truth in AI
    25:54 Comfort and Convenience in the Age of AI
    27:14 Malcolm Gladwell's Tipping Point and AI
    31:10 The Changing Role of Mavens and Connectors
    33:52 AI's Impact on Context and Stickiness
    36:08 Nvidia's Persona Plex and Real-Time Conversations
    39:04 Vibe Coding and Disposable Software
    45:22 AI-Generated Music and Cultural Impact
    48:47 Conclusion and Community Engagement

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    54 mins
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