556: This Photo Is Not 2000 Years Old

Stephen Hackett joins Jason to discuss A.I. fallout, EU moves to expand device interoperability, Jason's recent shootout of TV streaming boxes, and more.

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Stephen Hackett (relay.fm/people/stephenhackett)

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