#21 - Funding and Nuclear Dreams

Venture Capital, iCloud Woes, and the Future of Nuclear Energy

In this episode of the Bytes of Wisdom podcast, hosts John and Jeremy dive into various topics starting with problems encountered with Apple's iCloud, particularly focusing on difficulties with its custom domain features and poor technical support. The conversation transitions to venture capital investments and the impact of the absence of cheap money on the industry. They also discuss the stigmas and potential of nuclear energy in America, the challenges and inefficiencies within large corporations and government committees, and briefly touch upon the taxation system. The episode concludes with a discussion on the video game 'Helldivers 2', highlighting its cooperative gameplay, challenges with cross-platform play, and anticipation for future expansions. The hosts also share personal anecdotes, including the purchase of a second PlayStation due to family gaming demands.

00:00 Introduction 00:49 Getting iCloud Support for Custom Domains 04:22 Navigating the Complexities of Customer Support and Software Bugs 14:21 Venturing into the World of Startups, VC, and Innovation 34:18 Exploring the Complexities of Fusion Energy and ITER 39:23 The Challenges of Nuclear Waste Management and Innovation 47:36 Diving Deep into Government, Budgets, and Democracy