A hand-picked collection of the tools, ideas, and communities we trust. Curated so you can skip the noise and go straight to what works.
AI
- AI Explained - Superb, up-to-the-minute analysis perfect for a 10–30 minute coffee break. Cuts through hype with clarity, making complex ideas feel simple without dumbing them down.
- Andrej Karpathy - Infrequently updated, but packed with foundational insights worth revisiting. When Karpathy speaks, it’s worth listening — timeless wisdom from one of AI’s sharpest minds.
- DeepLearning.AI - Excellent free courses that take you from beginner to expert, step by step. World-class teaching quality and a library that grows with the field.
- Machine Learning Street Talk - Long-form, deep-dive conversations (think hour-plus podcasts) for when you want to go all in. Brilliant hosts who aren’t afraid to challenge guests or dig into the technical weeds.
- Robert Miles – Focused on AI safety, alignment, and the long-term implications of advanced AI. Robert explains complex technical and philosophical ideas in clear, accessible ways, often drawing on his experience as a researcher at the University of Cambridge’s Centre for the Study of Existential Risk.
- Two Minute Papers - Snackable research highlights—mostly graphics, lots of AI, always entertaining.
- Yannic Kilcher - Unfiltered analysis and strong opinions from an unapologetic researcher. Brings a refreshing mix of technical rigor and candid critique you won’t hear elsewhere.
San Diego Ecosystem
- The Social Coyote A free, curated list of the best San Diego tech and entrepreneurship events. Lands in your inbox every Monday morning. Saves hours of hunting — one email and you’re plugged into the region’s startup heartbeat.
- Startup San Diego - The anchor organization supporting and connecting the San Diego startup community.
Technology
- Asianometry – Deep-dive, documentary-style analysis of technology, economics, and geopolitics in East Asia. The channel covers semiconductors, supply chains, and regional dynamics with a level of nuance and research that makes it a standout for understanding global tech and manufacturing.