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2025-04-11-alex-mathew-updates-and-side-chats
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Assorted Alpha Conversations (Alex Mathew, Zakk, Elle, Chloe, Abby)

Key Discussion Topics & Interactions​

1. Conversation with Alex Mathew​

  • Reality Show Updates: Alex confirmed as potential star alongside Elle, Sloan, Maddie. Discussed timing (post-APs, ~May 16th), summer availability (Alex expects to be at Alpha frequently, even weekends), and YouTube-first release strategy (weekly filming/editing).
  • Alpha Dinners: Concept aligned with student interests (Elle/Alex already discussed similar idea). Plan to involve students, guides, and external guests. Alex interested in participating.
  • America 2.0 Summit: Alex potentially involved in planning, specifically personalized invitations/gifts for high-profile attendees.
  • Interviewing Heroes: Discussed strategy of using Alpha Dinners to connect with potential mentors/interviewees for podcasts.
  • Joe Liemandt Strategy: Discussed Alex interacting authentically with Joe (via America 2.0 involvement). Argued for Joe becoming a public figure (recruiting benefits like Elon Musk) to add weight to Alpha's ambitious vision.
  • Brain Lift Guide: Identified need for clear guide on why and how to do Brain Lifts. Alex believes in their value but acknowledges confusion. Potential project for Gary/Alex to create a guide, get feedback, present to Joe.

2. Side Chat: AI Wearable Recorder (Gary, Zakk, Elle, Chloe)​

  • Device: Discussion about the AI wearable recorder used by Chloe.
  • Functionality: Records conversations, provides summaries/action plans without needing phone/computer.
  • Potential: Elle proposed training an AI on Chloe's data (personality, cadence, knowledge).
  • Comparison: Briefly compared to Otter.ai.
  • Use Case (Zakk): Zakk shared experience using similar tech for structured meeting notes and output generation (performance plans, client follow-ups).

3. Side Chat: Introduction to Abby (Gary, Alex, Abby)​

  • Role: Abby introduced as "Head of High School AP" (newly created role).
  • Background: Former HS math teacher (10 yrs), worked at McDonald Observatory (Marfa, TX), applied for other Alpha jobs before landing current one.
  • Interaction: Brief discussion about her role and Alex's poker tournament "investor pitch".

4. Side Chat: Brain Lift Guides (Gary, Alex, Chloe)​

  • Problem: Students (and Gauntlet grads) lack clear guidance on Brain Lifts, especially the why and the definition of an "insight".
  • Existing Material: Chloe confirmed instructions exist but acknowledged they aren't well understood or followed.
  • Action: Reaffirmed need for a better guide.

Notable Quotes & Insights​

"Alpha looks very shallow right now." - Alex Mathew (On the need for Joe Liemandt to be a public face)

"I want Chloe to wear one of those... All week, and then trade an AI on her. That's what her knowledge is. The way she drives the kids, her humor, like it's all about the whole package." - Elle Liemandt (On AI potential)

"The value of the brain life is what we're going to have thoughts, but also to create the average." - Alex Mathew (Expressing belief in Brain Lifts despite confusion)

Action Items & Next Steps​

  1. Gary/Alex to potentially collaborate on creating a definitive Brain Lift guide.
  2. Alex to help plan America 2.0 Summit (invitations/gifts).
  3. Alex to identify potential mentors/heroes to interview (potentially via Alpha Dinners).
  4. Continue reality show planning (reconvene Monday, develop production plan).
  5. Gary to discuss Joe Liemandt's public role with Joe.
  6. Gary to discuss reality show producer role with Jack Oremus.