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– AI News with a Human Touch AI is transforming how we work, create, and connect—but what does that mean for the future of content, business, and creativity? Hosted by Emmy-nominated digital pioneer Shira Lazar, The AI Download is your go-to source for sharp insights, expert interviews, and real-world discussions on AI, emerging tech, and the creator economy. Each week, we break down the biggest AI trends, explore its impact on creativity and business, and bring you candid conversations with industry leaders, innovators, and disruptors shaping the future. Whether you're a creator, entrepreneur, or just AI-curious, this podcast deciphers what’s next—and why it matters. 🔹 New episodes every week 🔹 Featuring top experts & thought leaders 🔹 Where AI meets culture, creativity, and business Stay ahead of the curve! This episode of The AI Download is hosted, created, and executive produced by Shira Lazar. Executive production by Michele Musso, with video and audio editing by the Musso Media team. Creative Design Director Nadia Giosia with Mint Labs. Music by PALA, Catalina Coastline (licensed under Boss Soundstripe Productions by BMI). Produced by Musso Media. © 2025 Musso Media. © 2025 Unicorn Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved.

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July 13, 2026

The Future of Shopping Is Here...And It's Agentic

<p><br>AI has already transformed how we search, create, and code. Now it's coming for commerce.<br><br></p><p><br>In this special episode of The AI Download, <a href="https://www.shiralazar.com/">Shira Lazar</a> sits down with<a href="https://in.linkedin.com/in/naveentewari?utm_source=chatgpt.com"> <strong>Naveen Tewari</strong></a>, Founder &amp; CEO of <a href="https://www.inmobi.com"><strong>InMobi</strong></a> and <a href="https://glance.com"><strong>Glance</strong></a>, to explore why <strong>agentic commerce</strong> could become the next major shift in how we discover, shop for, and buy products.</p><p>From building India's first unicorn to launching an AI-powered shopping platform used by millions, Naveen shares his vision for a future where AI doesn't just recommend products...it understands your style, finds the best price, shops across online and physical stores, and acts as your personal shopping agent.</p><p><strong><br>Why This Matters</strong></p><p>AI is reshaping the future of shopping. As intelligent agents become part of everyday commerce, they'll help consumers discover products, compare options, and make smarter purchasing decisions. For businesses, brands, and creators, understanding this shift is essential to staying competitive in the next era of AI-driven commerce.</p><p>Together, Shira and Naveen discuss:</p><p><br>•     What <strong>agentic commerce</strong> actually means and why it's different from today's AI shopping tools</p><p>•     How AI can personalize shopping while making it more efficient, transparent, and accessible</p><p>•     Why the future of retail extends beyond online shopping into physical stores and connected devices</p><p>•     How creators could earn revenue by training AI agents around their unique style and expertise</p><p>•     The importance of transparency, privacy, and trust as AI agents become more integrated into our daily lives</p><p>•     Why businesses and employees alike must embrace AI to stay competitive</p><p><br>Naveen also shares his perspective on entrepreneurship, building global companies outside Silicon Valley, and why he believes AI should enhance human decision-making rather than replace it.</p><p>Whether you're curious about the future of AI, retail, creator monetization, or where intelligent agents are headed next, this conversation offers a fascinating look at one of the fastest-moving frontiers in technology.</p><p><strong><br>About the Guest   </strong>Naveen Tewari, Founder &amp; CEO, InMobi &amp; Glance</p><p>Official Bio <a href="https://www.inmobi.com/company/leadership/naveen-tewari?">InMobi Leadership Profile</a> – Official executive biography, background, leadership profile, and company information.</p><p><br>LinkedIn  <a href="https://in.linkedin.com/in/naveentewari">Naveen Tewari on LinkedIn</a></p><p><br>Company Websites   <a href="https://www.inmobi.com">InMobi</a>     <a href="https://glance.com">Glance<br></a><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong><br>CONNECT WITH SHIRA<br></strong><br></p><p> → <a href="https://shiras-newsletter.beehiiv.com/">Shira’s Newsletter</a> on Beehiiv  <a href="https://shiras-newsletter.beehiiv.com/">https://shiras-newsletter.beehiiv.com</a> </p><p><br>IG / TikTok / X: @ShiraLazar<br>The AI Download on YouTube + All Platforms</p><p>🔗<a href="https://x.com/shiralazar"> x.com/shiralazar<br></a>🔗<a href="https://instagram.com/shiralazar"> instagram.com/shiralazar<br></a>🔗<a href="https://tiktok.com/@shiralazar"> tiktok.com/@shiralazar<br></a>🔗<a href="https://linkedin.com/in/shiralazar"> linkedin.com/in/shiralazar<br></a>🔗<a href="https://youtube.com/shiralazar"> youtube.com/shiralazar<br></a><br></p><p><br>🎬Visit<a href="https://mussomedia.com"> mussomedia.com</a> for storytelling that connects.</p><p>SPONSORS : 👉 Glance and Inmobi. Download at https://glance.com </p><p><strong><br>Credits</strong>: This episode of The AI Download was hosted, created, and executive produced by Shira Lazar. Music by PALA, Catalina Coastline (licensed under Boss Soundstripe Productions by BMI). Uploaded by <a href="https://www.mussomedia.com/">Musso Media</a>. © 2026 Shira Lazar. All rights reserved.</p>

Episode thumbnail for He Built Lovable, the $6B AI Company Letting Anyone Create Software | Anton Osika

February 18, 2026

He Built Lovable, the $6B AI Company Letting Anyone Create Software | Anton Osika

<p>What if building software was as simple as having a conversation?<br><br>In this episode of The AI Download, Shira Lazar sits down with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonosika">Anton Osika</a>, founder and CEO of Stockholm-based startup <a href="https://lovable.dev">Lovable</a>, one of the fastest-growing software companies in history. Launched in 2023, Lovable scaled to roughly $300M in ARR and millions of users by letting anyone, not just engineers, build full-stack apps using natural language and AI.</p><p>Anton explains how “vibe coding” is changing software development, why no-code AI tools are unlocking a new wave of founders, and what happens when anyone can spin up products in minutes. From scaling an AI company with an ultra-lean team to navigating AI regulation in Europe, this conversation explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping startups, work, and who gets to build the future.</p><p><strong><br>Why This Matters</strong></p><p>For decades, coding has been a gatekeeper skill in tech. AI-powered no-code tools like Lovable are removing that barrier, allowing creators, founders, and operators to build software without engineering teams. If this model scales, it could reshape how startups are built, how companies operate, and who gets to participate in the AI economy.</p><p><strong><br>What We Cover</strong></p><p>• What “vibe coding” means and how AI is changing software development</p><p>• How Lovable became one of the fastest-growing AI startups (from $100M to ~$300M ARR) </p><p>• What a multibillion-dollar valuation actually signals for AI companies</p><p>• Real examples of non-coders building full-stack apps with AI</p><p>• Risks of misuse, spam, and security in no-code AI tools</p><p>• Competing in a world where OpenAI, Google, and others offer no-code builders</p><p>• How ultra-lean AI teams can scale massive businesses</p><p>• Will AI take jobs? What skills matter in the AI economy</p><p>• Anton’s leadership style, daily workflow, and how he uses AI</p><p>• Why he plans to give away half his wealth</p><p>• AGI as a software system vs just a language model</p><p>• Europe vs Silicon Valley: AI regulation, culture, and strategy</p><p>• Lovable’s roadmap to $1B ARR</p><p>• Bold predictions for AI, startups, and creativity over the next five years</p><p><strong>Key Takeaway</strong></p><p>If coding becomes conversation, the real question isn’t who can build software anymore — it’s what we choose to build, who benefits from it, and who is responsible for the outcomes.</p><p><strong>TIMESTAMPS : </strong><br>00:00 $300K/Month Businesses + “New Economic Opportunities”</p><p>00:35 Welcome Back: Shira Introduces Anton Osika + Lovable</p><p>01:24 What Lovable Does: “Last Software” + Episode Setup</p><p>01:47 Anton’s Hypergrowth: $100M → $300M + Lives Changed</p><p>03:02 Barriers Removed: Creators Building Without Engineers</p><p>04:02 Valuation + Becoming a Public Figure + “Last Destination for Software”</p><p>05:07 Lovable Timeline + Scale: 300M Visits + 130K+ New Projects</p><p>07:16 Built for the 99%: Why Lovable Exists + “Lovable Software”</p><p>11:09 Shira’s Live Example: “Make It Prettier” + Credits + Cost Tradeoffs</p><p>13:33 Why It’s Exploding: Builder Stories + Real Businesses (incl. $300K/mo)</p><p>27:39 The New Economy: Building on Lovable + Value Beyond “Wrappers”</p><p>31:37 What’s Next: New Capabilities, Agents, Deeper Integration</p><p>38:05 EU vs U.S. + AI Act + Ethics, Integrity, Misinformation, Trust</p><p>47:20 Bold Predictions + Final Advice + Shira Wrap (Subscribe/Newsletter)</p><p><br><strong><br>About the Guest</strong></p><p>🔗 <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonosika">LinkedIn (Anton Osika)</a></p><p>🔗<a href="https://x.com/antonosika"> X / Twitter (Anton Osika)</a></p><p>🔗<a href="https://lovable.dev"> Lovable</a></p><p>🔗<a href="https://x.com/lovable_dev"> Lovable on X<br></a><br></p><p><strong>CONNECT WITH SHIRA</strong></p><p> → <a href="https://shiras-newsletter.beehiiv.com/">Shira’s Newsletter</a> on Beehiiv  <a href="https://shiras-newsletter.beehiiv.com/">https://shiras-newsletter.beehiiv.com</a> </p><p><br>IG / TikTok / X: @ShiraLazar<br>The AI Download on YouTube + All Platforms</p><p>🔗<a href="https://x.com/shiralazar"> x.com/shiralazar<br></a>🔗<a href="https://instagram.com/shiralazar"> instagram.com/shiralazar<br></a>🔗<a href="https://tiktok.com/@shiralazar"> tiktok.com/@shiralazar<br></a>🔗<a href="https://linkedin.com/in/shiralazar"> linkedin.com/in/shiralazar<br></a>🔗<a href="https://youtube.com/shiralazar"> youtube.com/shiralazar<br></a><br></p><p>🎬Visit<a href="https://mussomedia.com"> mussomedia.com</a> for storytelling that connects.</p><p>SPONSORS : 👉 HiveLighter – Your AI reading assistant for smart, personalized summaries. 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January 8, 2026

A ‘Best of’ the AI Download Season 1

Host Shira Lazar recaps Season 1 of The AI Download, featuring Mark Cuban, Peter Tuchman, Sandy Carter, Arati Prabhakar, Sinead Bovell, Rourke Heath, Kaamna Bhojwani, and Baratunde Thurston, who share insights on AI's impact on various aspects of life in this interview episode.

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What is The AI Download?

– AI News with a Human Touch

AI is transforming how we work, create, and connect—but what does that mean for the future of content, business, and creativity?

Hosted by Emmy-nominated digital pioneer Shira Lazar, The AI Download is your go-to source for sharp insights, expert interviews, and real-world discussions on AI, emerging tech, and the creator economy.

Each week, we break down the biggest AI trends, explore its impact on creativity and business, and bring you candid conversations with industry leaders, innovators, and disruptors shaping the future.

Whether you're a creator, entrepreneur, or just AI-curious, this podcast deciphers what’s next—and why it matters.

🔹 New episodes every week 🔹 Featuring top experts & thought leaders 🔹 Where AI meets culture, creativity, and business

Stay ahead of the curve!

This episode of The AI Download is hosted, created, and executive produced by Shira Lazar. Executive production by Michele Musso, with video and audio editing by the Musso Media team. Creative Design Director Nadia Giosia with Mint Labs. Music by PALA, Catalina Coastline (licensed under Boss Soundstripe Productions by BMI). Produced by Musso Media. © 2025 Musso Media. © 2025 Unicorn Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved.

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