#385 Adam Cheyer - The Man Who Created Siri
October 17, 2025
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Episode 385 · October 17, 2025
#385 Adam Cheyer - The Man Who Created Siri
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#385 Adam Cheyer - The Man Who Created Siri
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<p><span>Zuby is joined by Adam Cheyer, a tech entrepreneur, AI pioneer, and co-founder of Siri voice assistant. Adam traces the evolution of artificial intelligence from early hype cycles to today’s breakthroughs, explaining the ‘Iris project’ and how it led to Siri. Adam shares stories from Apple's secret acquisition, working with Steve Jobs, and launching Siri to the world. He also predicts the future of AI, and explains how magic informs his approach to entrepreneurship.</span></p><p><span>Subscribe to the 'Real Talk With Zuby' podcast: https://fanlink.tv/zubypodcast</span></p><p><br /></p><p>Timestamps:</p><p>(00:00) Introduction</p><p>(00:41) Adam Cheyer: Tech Entrepreneur and AI Pioneer</p><p>(02:01) The Evolution of Artificial Intelligence</p><p>(04:39) The Rise and Fall of AI Hype</p><p>(06:17) The Iris Project: A Precursor to Siri</p><p>(11:05) The Birth of Siri</p><p>(14:27) Predictions and Innovations in Tech</p><p>(24:32) The Apple Acquisition and Working with Steve Jobs</p><p>(30:58) Inside the Mind of Steve Jobs</p><p>(37:53) The Secret Acquisition and Launch of Siri</p><p>(38:47) The Excitement of Selling to Apple</p><p>(39:25) Steve Jobs' Visit and Welcoming</p><p>(41:29) The Launch of Siri and Steve Jobs' Legacy</p><p>(43:22) The Current AI Landscape</p><p>(47:39) The Future of AI and Its Implications</p><p>(1:07:48) The Intersection of Magic and Entrepreneurship</p><p>(1:13:03) Life Philosophy and Future Plans</p><p>(1:16:17) Outro</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Follow Zuby:</p><p>https://realtalkwithzuby.com</p><p>https://x.com/zubymusic</p><p>https://instagram.com/zubymusic</p><p>https://facebook.com/zubymusic</p><p><br /></p><p>Merch, Music & Books - https://teamzuby.com</p><br /><br />Support this podcast at — <a href="https://redcircle.com/real-talk-with-zuby/donations" rel="payment">https://redcircle.com/real-talk-with-zuby/donations</a><br /><br />Advertising Inquiries: <a href="https://redcircle.com/brands">https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br /><br />Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href="https://redcircle.com/privacy">https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>
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