Episode 179 - Election Night

New Yorker Cartoon Caption Contest Podcast

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Artificial intelligence is evolving at an unprecedented pace—what does that mean for the future of technology, venture capital, business, and even our understanding of ourselves? Award-winning journalist and writer Anil Ananthaswamy joins us for our latest episode to discuss his latest book Why Machines Learn: The Elegant Math Behind Modern AI . Anil helps us explore the journey and many breakthroughs that have propelled machine learning from simple perceptrons to the sophisticated algorithms shaping today’s AI revolution, powering GPT and other models. The discussion aims to demystify some of the underlying mathematical concepts that power modern machine learning, to help everyone grasp this technology impacting our lives–even if your last math class was in high school. Anil walks us through the power of scaling laws, the shift from training to inference optimization, and the debate among AI’s pioneers about the road to AGI—should we be concerned, or are we still missing key pieces of the puzzle? The conversation also delves into AI’s philosophical implications—could understanding how machines learn help us better understand ourselves? And what challenges remain before AI systems can truly operate with agency? If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform. Sign up for our newsletter at techsurgepodcast.com for exclusive insights and updates on upcoming TechSurge Live Summits. Links: Read Why Machines Learn, Anil’s latest book on the math behind AI https://www.amazon.com/Why-Machines-Learn-Elegant-Behind/dp/0593185749 Learn more about Anil Ananthaswamy’s work and writing https://anilananthaswamy.com/ Watch Anil Ananthaswamy’s TED Talk on AI and intelligence https://www.ted.com/speakers/anil_ananthaswamy Discover the MIT Knight Science Journalism Fellowship that shaped Anil’s AI research https://ksj.mit.edu/ Understand the Perceptron, the foundation of neural networks https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perceptron Read about the Perceptron Convergence Theorem and its significance https://www.nature.com/articles/323533a0…

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Due to our podcast recording day falling on Election Day, we decided not to have a guest. We also did our best not to talk about the election and almost made it to the end, but otherwise, it's all contest and cartoon talk!
We discuss the winning entry for Contest #917 (Beaver? I hardly know her).
Finalists for Contest #919 (A horse in a car? Don't be filly).
Current Contest #921 (TSA Prediction-Check).
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Episode 193 - Michael Maslin New Yorker 100th Anniversary 2:06:40

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Episode 192 - Kathy Wrobel 1:24:48

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Joining us on the podcast this week is Kathy Wrobel. Kathy is a two time finalist of the New Yorker contest and a very frequent finalist of the CartoonStock contest (going all the way back to contest #14!) Kathy talks with us about her background and her process of coming up with winning (funny and clever!) captions. She also joins us in the contest discussion and our favorite cartoons from the current issue of the New Yorker. We discuss the winning entry for Contest #930 (A rare medley, whale done). Finalists for Contest #932 (Stripe tease). Current Contest #934 (Inferiority complex floorplan). You can purchase original New Yorker cartoon art from Curated Cartoons here: https://www.curatedcartoons.com Send us questions or comments to: Cartooncaptioncontestpodcast@gmail.com…

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Episode 191 - Lawrence Wood 1:00:31

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Larry Wood, the all time New Yorker cartoon caption contest winner, author and CartoonStock caption contest judge, joins us once again to talk about the current New Yorker contests, our favorite cartoons from this week’s issue of the New Yorker and the latest CartoonStock contest. Vin is challenged to come up with the top 25 captions for the next CartoonStock contest. You'll have to wait four weeks to see how well he does. We discuss the winning entry for Contest #929 (Partners in chime). Finalists for Contest #931 (Talk to the whisk). Current Contest #933 (Caricature Pigeon). You can order Larry's book, "Your Caption Has Been Selected: More Than Anyone Could Possibly Want to Know About The New Yorker Cartoon Caption Contest" here: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Caption-Has-Been-Selected/dp/1250333407/ You can purchase original New Yorker cartoon art from Curated Cartoons here:https://www.curatedcartoons.com Send us questions or comments to: Cartooncaptioncontestpodcast@gmail.com…

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Episode 190 - A Quick and Dirty Thirty 28:17

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A short podcast this week with just the hosts talking about the contests and their favorite cartoons from the current week's issue of the New Yorker. There is a question that was left unanswered about why zebras have stripes. We did a quick google search and found, "While scientists still debate the exact origins and functions of zebra stripes, their recent efforts have focused more closely on three possibilities; protection from biting flies, thermoregulation and protection from predators." You can read the entire BBC article here: https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20191031-the-truth-behind-why-zebras-have-stripes We discuss the winning entry for Contest #928 (More walkie, less talkie). Finalists for Contest #930 (Whale, I'll be a sonar a beach). Current Contest #932 (Zebras are always the last in lion). Original New Yorker cartoon artwork can be found at: https://www.curatedcartoons.com Send questions or comments to: Cartooncaptioncontestpodcast@gmail.com…

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Episode 189 - Stephen Nadler And The New Yorker Cartoon Exhibition 1:37:58

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Joining us on the podcast this week is New Yorker cartoon enthusiast, Stephen Nadler. Stephen talks about his love of all things New Yorker and the New Yorker cartoon and cover art exhibition, hosted by the Society of Illustrators, "Drawn From The New Yorker: A Centennial Celebration". You can find more information about the exhibition here: https://societyillustrators.org/.../drawn-from-the-new.../ Stephen also writes a near daily blog about New Yorker cartoon art and related subjects at his blog, "Attempted Bloggery". You can follow it here: https://attemptedbloggery.blogspot.com He also joins us for the contest discussion and our favorite cartoon from the current issue. The winning entry for Contest #927 (A bird-brained enterprise). Finalists for Contest #929 (Time Enough For Love). Current Contest #931 (Whisky Business). You can purchase original New Yorker cartoon art at Curated Cartoons: https://www.curatedcartoons.com Send questions or comments to: Cartooncaptioncontestpodcast@gmail.com…

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Episode 188 - John Donohue 1:54:29

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On part 2 of this week's episode, we talk with Artist/writer, John Donohue. John was a writer and editor at the New Yorker and tried his hand at cartooning for a while and had five of his cartoons published in it. He decided to take a new direction in his career and started doing on-the-spot ink drawings of restaurants. He's drawn restaurants from all over the world, including London, Paris, New York City, Chicago, Philadelphia and many more. He's had three books published of his drawings from Paris, London and New York City. John does sell limited edition prints of his drawings, so if you have a favorite restaurant or one that brings back special memories, check out his website and see if he has it. He also takes requests! https://alltherestaurants.com You can check out his personal webpage here: https://johndonohue.com And order his books here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B004MN36OS/allbooks You can also check out what he's currently working on at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eat.draw.repeat/ (If you go back far enough, you'll get to see his daily drawings of his dish rack!) On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss the current contests: Winning captions for New Yorker contest #926 (He's a herb-a-bore.) Finalists for contest #928 (How about a little screen time?) Current New Yorker contest #930 (Krilling me softly with your song.) We also talk about our favorite cartoons from the current issue and we discuss the recently ended CartoonStock contest (The dog with fleas and flies). (I try to write bad pun descriptions of these contests and while thinking of one for this one, I came up with a caption I wish I thought of earlier, "Timmy says hi.") You can buy original New Yorker cartoon art at Curated Cartoons: https://www.curatedcartoons.com Send us questions or comments to: Cartooncaptioncontestpodcast@gmail.com…

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Episode 187 - Mark Parisi, Dave Blazek & Wayno 1:42:53

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Joining us on the podcast this week are three of the top syndicated single panel cartoonists, Mark Parisi (off the mark), Wayno (Bizarro) and Dave Blazek (Loose Parts). We have a great discussion with them about cartooning, the creative process, cartoon themes and what animals are funny. Mark and Dave each have a new book out. Mark's book, "The Truth About 5th Grade", was written with Kim Tomsic and is a very funny young readers book. You can order it here: https://www.amazon.com/Truth-About-5th-Grade/dp/0063038714 Dave's book, "amusing thingies", is a compilation of his funniest cartoons from the last two years (in color) and if you order it from his website, he will sign and doodle in it! https://www.loosepartscomic.com If you want to listen to more of Mark, Dave and Wayno, check out these past podcasts: #43 & 126 Dave Blazek #48 Mark Parisi #58 & 181 Wayno Our guests also join us for the contest discussion and our favorite cartoon from the current issue. The winning entry for Contest #925 (Painting yourself into a Calder). Finalists for Contest #927 (Business is for the birds). Current Contest #929 (Two timing couple). You can purchase original New Yorker cartoon art at Curated Cartoons: https://www.curatedcartoons.com Send questions or comments to: Cartooncaptioncontestpodcast@gmail.com…

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Episode 186 - William Haefeli 1:34:35

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On part 2 of this week's episode, we talk with the great New Yorker cartoonist, William (Bill) Haefeli. Bill talks about how he got into cartooning, his process and his focus on social relationships in his cartoons. Bill explains his unique drawing style and its evolution. A great episode! Bill is featured in the recent book about New Yorker cartoonists, "At Wits End", by Alen Macweeney and Michael Maslin. https://www.amazon.com/At-Wits-End-Cartoonists-Yorker/dp/0593581059 He is also mentioned in The Phil Witte and Rex Hesner book, "Funny Stuff: How Great Cartoonists Make Great Cartoons". https://www.amazon.com/Funny-Stuff-Great.../dp/1633889807 You can see some of his cartoons (and buy the originals!) at Curated Cartoons: https://www.curatedcartoons.com/collections/william-haefeli On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss the current contests: Winning captions for New Yorker contest #924 (Unemployed Droid). Finalists for contest #926 (We're The Aristocarrots). Current New Yorker contest #928 (I phone, therefore I am). You can buy original New Yorker cartoon art at Curated Cartoons: https://www.curatedcartoons.com Send us questions or comments to: Cartooncaptioncontestpodcast@gmail.com…

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Episode 185 - Lawrence Wood 1:04:40

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For the last podcast of the year, Larry Wood joins us to talk about the contests (including the recent CartoonStock contest). We have some interesting discussions about using vulgarities in captions and the ethics of being able to submit more captions in the CartoonStock contest (paying another $5 to enter an additional 3 captions). We discuss the winning entry for Contest #923 (Fuzzy Wuzzy had no heir). Finalists for Contest #925 (En Plein Air-Conditioning). Current Contest #927 (That's Mister Jonathan Livingston Seagull to you). The CartoonStock contest (Cat Rap Fever). https://www.cartoonstock.com/caption-contest/winners We also talk about our favorite cartoons from the current issue. Looking for something to spend your Christmas money on? We highly recommend Larry Wood's book, "Your Caption Has Been Selected: More Than Anyone Could Possibly Want to Know About The New Yorker Cartoon Caption Contest". https://www.amazon.com/Your-Caption-Has-Been-Selected/dp/1250333407 Do you have even more Christmas money to spend? Then check out Curated Cartoons and buy some original New Yorker cartoon art: https://www.curatedcartoons.com Send questions or comments to: Cartooncaptioncontestpodcast@gmail.com…

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Episode 184 - 2024 Year in Review With Mark Strout 1:18:25

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On this week's episode, Vin, Paul, Beth, Nicole and this year's best captioner, Mark Strout, review past and present contests from 2024 and choose our best and worst of the year. We also talk with Mark about how he started entering the caption contests and his process for coming up with winning captions. And of course, we discuss... The winning captions for New Yorker contest #922 (Rodent you invite them up?) Finalists for contest #924 (Do androids dream of spreadsheets?) Current New Yorker contest #926 (Stand-up Consommé.) Happy Holidays to all and good luck with your captions! Dig into the contest data at Victor Chongchua'a great website, WordsBelow: https://wordsbelow.app You can buy original New Yorker cartoon art at Curated Cartoons: https://www.curatedcartoons.com Send us questions or comments to: Cartooncaptioncontestpodcast@gmail.com…

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Episode 183 - Adam Douglas Thompson (ADT) 1:19:50

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On part 2 of this week's episode, we talk with New Yorker cartoonist, Adam Douglas Thompson. We talk with Adam about his background in the arts, painting and how he became a New Yorker cartoonist. We also talk about his cartoons, a bit about teaching art at Brooklyn College and the use of AI in creativity. You can find Adam's cartoons and paintings at his webpage: http://www.adamdouglasthompson.com Adam also mentions that his wife , Helen Phillips, has written several books. You can order her books from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Helen-Phillips/author/B004LV1ZXA?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1733334765 On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss the current contests: Winning captions for New Yorker contest #921 (Depart! The end is near!) Finalists for contest #923 (My inner child disagrees with me, but it'll pass). Current New Yorker contest #925 (Art working on a work of art). You can buy original New Yorker cartoon art at Curated Cartoons: https://www.curatedcartoons.com Send us questions or comments to: Cartooncaptioncontestpodcast@gmail.com…

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Episode 182 - Lawrence Wood 51:22

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Larry Wood joins us to talk about the contests (including the recent CartoonStock contest). With the holidays coming up, we remind everyone that the best gift is the gift of laughter (has anyone ever noticed how close laughter is to slaughter? Try not to think about it too much). You should buy yourself Larry Wood's book, "Your Caption Has Been Selected: More Than Anyone Could Possibly Want to Know About The New Yorker Cartoon Caption Contest". You can also buy it for someone close to you to help them understand why you are the way you are. https://www.amazon.com/Your-Caption-Has-Been-Selected/dp/1250333407 Also check out Curated Cartoons! They're having a sale starting on Friday, November 29th (10%-25% off). https://www.curatedcartoons.com I would be completely remiss if I didn't also mention the Drew Dernavich/Nesja Press signed, limited edition letterpress prints. https://www.nesjapress.com/shop/prints-and-broadsides/drew-dernavich-cartoons We discuss the winning entry for Contest #920 (You think the turkey is dry? You should try the humor!) Finalists for Contest #922 (Rats in your belfry.) Current Contest #924 (I'm just looking for a data entry level position.) We also talk about our favorite cartoons from the current issue and the latest CartoonStock contest. https://www.cartoonstock.com/caption-contest/winners Send us questions or comments to : Cartooncaptioncontestpodcast@gmail.com…

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Episode 181 - Wayno Returns 1:22:08

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Wayno, the daily cartoonist for the Bizarro cartoon, returns to the podcast to talk about winning this year's Reuben Award for Best Panel Cartoon. We also delve into creativity, music, the Pittsburgh Steelers and scary fairy tales and nursery rhymes. You can find Wayno's Bizarro cartoons here: https://comicskingdom.com/bizarro His Substack here: https://waynocartoons.substack.com/ And the terrific Bizarro merchandise here: https://shop.comicskingdom.com/collections/bizarro-collection Wayno also joins us for the contest and favorite cartoons from the issue segment of the podcast. Winning captions for New Yorker contest #919 (Self-driving horse). Finalists for contest #921 (Cast your fate to the window seat). Current New Yorker contest #923 (Bearly-There Babydoll Teddies). The Drew Dernavich Therapist Letterpress print is available at Nesja Press: https://www.nesjapress.com/shop/p/all-caps-letterpress-art-print You can buy original New Yorker cartoon art at Curated Cartoons: https://www.curatedcartoons.com Send us questions or comments to: Cartooncaptioncontestpodcast@gmail.com…

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Episode 180 - Craig Baldo 1:41:56

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On part 2 of this week's podcast we are joined by Humorist, Craig Baldo. Craig has been making people laugh for as long as he can remember. Stand up comedy, warming up audiences for Jon Stewart, Stephen Colbert, John Oliver and Jimmy Fallon, writing ad campaigns for Nike, Dos Equis, Wendy's and many others and he has collaborated with New Yorker cartoonists. We discuss humor, creativity, existential dread and the bar scene at the University of Delaware (circa 1990). The Two cartoonists Craig worked with were Harry Bliss and Corey Randolph. He's currently looking for another cartoonist to work with, so if you're interested, contact him through his website: https://www.craigbaldo.com On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss the current contests: Winning captions for New Yorker contest #918 (Have you been Survieled?) Finalists for contest #920 (I'll be your emcee tonight). Current New Yorker contest #922 (Rattica, Rattica, Rattica!). We also talk about our favorite cartoons from the current issue of the New Yorker. You can buy original New Yorker cartoon art at Curated Cartoons: https://www.curatedcartoons.com Send us questions or comments to: Cartooncaptioncontestpodcast@gmail.com…

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Episode 179 - Election Night 28:49

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