Froggle, Goofstump and the fake AI companies winning hearts online
Summary
Marketplace Tech host Megan McCarty Carino interviews comedians Harris Alterman and Dave Ross about their viral project of posting fake, jargon-filled AI ads in NYC subways. The duo explains how they satirized the confusing marketing language of tech startups to highlight public frustration with inscrutable AI advertising. They discuss the project’s reception, the formula for creating these "Mad Libs" style ads, and plans for future art installations.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: Cornerstone and Raymond James
Intro: Fake AI ads in NYC subway
Interview: Harris Alterman and Dave Ross on AI ad satire
Sponsors: QuickBooks and Dell Pro
Interview: The formula for AI marketing jargon
Teaser: How We Survive on geoengineering
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