Brian and David Borges discuss the UConn men's basketball team's performance and prospects for the NCAA tournament. Brian expresses excitement for the women's team, predicting they could reach the Elite Eight or Final Four. David believes the current team is better than last year's, citing improved point guard play and a stronger record. They discuss the team's potential, noting the tough bracket and the possibility of facing top teams like Duke and St. John's. David also mentions Houston as a strong contender, highlighting their defense and rebounding. Brian concludes by promoting David's book on UConn basketball.
Brian Shactman and Erik Semmel discuss various tech stories. Cornell University developed a tool called the Corporate BS Receptivity Scale, which identifies poor performers who are receptive to corporate jargon. Eric mentions Alexa's new "sassy" personality type, which requires a security check and can use bleeped-out curse words. Honda is canceling three EV lines due to high costs and reliance on government subsidies. In Australia, Cortical Labs uses biological brain cells in AI data centers, raising ethical concerns. Finally, AI companies pay actors $78 an hour to teach AI subtle human interactions, enhancing AI's ability to engage with humans.
Mayor Jay Moran discussed a proposal to connect Hartford and UConn via bus, highlighting Manchester's potential benefits, including economic and environmental advantages. He expressed optimism about SB 237's passage, despite financial obligations and the short legislative session. Moran mentioned ongoing developments in Manchester, such as a downtown plan with streetscapes and bike paths, and a new library set to open in the spring. He also noted the importance of walkability and bike access for future generations. The conversation also touched on a development in East Hartford and the potential for vibrant downtown growth in Manchester.
