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LLM Subscriptions, Goose AI Agents, Beacon & Bitcoin
30/07/2025
Pete Winn, Andy David
Pete and Andy tackle the evolving landscape of subscription-based AI services with recent rate limit changes from Claude and Cursor while exploring their personal workflows across multiple specialised AI tools for coding, writing, and creative development.
The episode explores "Beacon," a project designed to democratize access to AI tools and Bitcoin for underserved populations through WhatsApp, addressing censorship and limited internet connectivity while highlighting how technology can bridge information and financial gaps in communities with restricted access to traditional digital services.
Description
In this episode, Pete and Andy discuss subscription-based AI services and their rate limits, sharing their frustrations with Claude and Cursor's recent policy changes.
They explore their personal workflows using various AI tools for coding, writing, and idea development, discussing the benefits of using multiple specialized tools versus all-in-one solutions. The conversation concludes with an in-depth look at "Beacon," a project designed to bring AI tools and Bitcoin functionality to users in areas with limited internet access through platforms like WhatsApp.
Key Themes: *Subscription Models and Rate Limits in AI Services* (00:00 - 27:00)
Discussion of Claude implementing weekly rate limits
Comparison with Open AI's subscription model
The economic realities of providing AI services
Issues with communication and "bill shock" when companies change terms
*Personal AI Tool Workflows and Setups* (27:00 - 50:00)
The hosts' approaches to using different AI tools for specific purposes
Discussion of Claude desktop vs API performance differences
Challenges with integration across different platforms
Running local models on dedicated hardware
*Agent-Based Writing Tools and Philosophy* (50:00 - 73:00)
Building dialogue-based writing companions versus editing tools
The importance of focusing on the philosophy behind writing
How agent-based conversations can help develop ideas more effectively
Creating systems that don't interrupt creative flow
*Vibe Coding and Game Development* (73:00 - 84:00)
Using voice-based coding for game development
The potential of AI for nostalgic game recreation
Making coding more accessible through voice interfaces
Teaching coding through game development
*Beacon: AI and Bitcoin for the Underserved* (84:00 - 1:14:00)
Introduction to Beacon, a system bringing AI and Bitcoin to users via WhatsApp
How it works around censorship and limited internet access
Creating community financial tools for areas with limited banking
The importance of bringing information freedom to underserved populations
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The Good Stuff is a low-fi dialogue with Pete Winn and Andy David.
Each week, we share our everyday experiences working with artificial intelligence and how it's fundamentally changing the rules of work and business, the economy, entrepreneurship, and human potential. We explore the ripple effects, unintended consequences, and emerging opportunities as AI transforms how we work and create, diving into the tools and technology we're using each week.
Expect a mix of chats out of the back of a van at the beach, walking interviews and general use of dialectic and discussion with insightful guests that lift the lid on complex topics. Chilled out, minimal jargon, authentic.
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