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Linear Digressions

Katie Malone
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Openai
Large Language Models
AI Agents
Artificial Intelligence
Deep Reinforcement Learning
Anthropic
Alignment Training
Reinforcement Learning
Human Preferences
Google Deepmind
LLM Inference
Linear Digressions
Context Window
Llms
Machine Learning
Data Science
Openclaw
Distillation
Multi-Agent Systems

Demystifying AI for the intelligently curious

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The unsung hero of every LLM conversation you've ever had? A clever optimization called the KV cache. Self-attention is computationally brutal — every token attending to every other token means costs that scale as N², and that blowup gets worse with ... more

Everyone talks about training the model — the data, the compute, the alignment magic. But what happens after the weights are frozen and millions of users start hammering it with prompts? That's inference, and it's a surprisingly deep rabbit hole of e... more

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Chris Ola
Founding researcher at Anthropic, interpretability expert
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Katie Malone
Host of Linear Digressions, data science podcast
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Episode: The Impact of AI on Podcasting (Harvard Data Science Review Cross-Post)
Jon Krohn
CEO of Why Carrot, author and host of SuperDataScience
Why Carrot; SuperDataScience
Episode: The Impact of AI on Podcasting (Harvard Data Science Review Cross-Post)
Tom Davenport
President's Distinguished Professor of Information Technology and Management at Babson College; fellow of the MIT Initiative on the Digital Economy; longtime adviser to Deloitte's Analytics and AI Practice
Babson College; MIT Initiative on the Digital Economy; Deloitte
Episode: A Data-Driven Reality Check on AI in Business (Interview with Tom Davenport, Babson College)
Kaitlyn Zhou
Incoming assistant professor at Cornell; AI/LLMs researcher
Cornell University
Episode: A Scientific Deep Dive into Overconfident LLMs: Interview with Kaitlyn Zhou (Cornell)
Chris Potts
Stanford Linguistics Professor
Stanford University
Episode: Invisible LLM Failures and AI Fluency with Chris Potts (Stanford)

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Katie
Host of Linear Digressions; often explains data science concepts in accessible terms.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 718 ratings
  • A welcome return

    It’s great to have the crew back again- they’ve been missed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Endoid
    Germany8 months ago
  • My fav podcast is back !!

    Super excited to hear from you guys again! Hello Katie and Phoebe ! Thank you for doing such an awesome podcast summarizing the LLM world for us .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Athews93
    Singapore8 months ago
  • Reminiscing

    Used to really enjoy this podcast back in the day. I sometimes wonder what they think about the all the changes the last last five years.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bob2457;654765
    United States2 years ago
  • A very informative podcast about the field of datascience. Very pensant to listen.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    tgits
    5 years ago
  • It’s alright

    Yep

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    whatever-trevor
    Canada5 years ago

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Thoughtful coverage of ethics and practical AI design, not just hype.
Consistently high-quality content; accessible to non-experts without sacrificing depth.
Clear, approachable explanations that make complex topics feel doable.
Engaging hosts with practical takeaways for data work and AI thinking.
Strong dynamic between hosts; energetic yet informative.

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The Impact of AI on Podcasting (Harvard Data Science Review Cross-Post)
Q: How do you handle transparency around AI involvement in content creation?
They pursue extreme transparency about AI usage, including episodes that explain the tools used and even simulate AI interactions in interviews, while noting the human curation remains essential.
The Impact of AI on Podcasting (Harvard Data Science Review Cross-Post)
Q: How are you using AI in podcast production, from research to editing, and how do you balance authenticity?
AI is used as a research partner and workflow enhancer for efficiency, but hosts keep their own voice and editorial direction front and center to preserve authenticity and quality.
The Impact of AI on Podcasting (Harvard Data Science Review Cross-Post)
Q: What is your show trying to do, who is it for, and what should listeners take away?
The show aims to teach concepts in data science and AI with enough technical rigor to be meaningful, while remaining accessible and engaging, so listeners come away with a solid understanding and curiosity about AI.
Interviewing the Linear Digressions Agents (The Agents Season, Episode 11)
Q: Walk me through what actually happens from your side when I ask you to clean a transcript or draft a newsletter. What do you receive, what do you do, and how much of it do you genuinely see versus just execute?
The agent explains it receives a full context bundle (transcripts, prompts, memory files, and operational instructions), executes on those inputs, and returns a tool-generated artifact; the distinction between seeing and executing is blurred, as the agent relies on a memory of prior steps and external files rather than a fresh single-input read.

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What is Linear Digressions about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A data-science and AI-focused show that explains concepts in an approachable, conversational style. Episodes cover a wide range of topics from statistical methods and machine learning fundamentals to practical AI applications, with hosts breaking down complex ideas into digestible takeaways and real-world implications. Listeners likely appreciate clear explanations, practical examples, and thoughtful discussions about design, ethics, and the impact of AI on work and society. A standout aspect is the balance between technical depth and accessible storytelling, making it suitable for both practitioners and curious non-specialists. The show often ties concepts to current industry trends and hands-on guidance for applying data science technique... more

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