Sam Nadler (00:00:15):
This week, we’re breaking it down! Welcome everyone to Built This Week, episode twenty—the podcast where we share what we’re building, how we’re building it, and what it means for the world of AI and startups. I’m Sam Nadler, co-founder here at Ryz Labs, and each and every week I’m joined by my friend, co-host, and business partner, the one and only—Jordan Metzner! What’s up, Jordan?
Jordan Metzner (00:00:45):
Yo, Sam. Episode twenty! Can you believe it? Big, big milestone. Super excited to be back—it’s been a huge week. Elon, Sam Altman, everyone’s been all over the podcasts. The AI world never sleeps.
Sam Nadler (00:01:00):
For real. Before we jump into the docket, quick reminder: like and subscribe! We just passed 15,000 subscribers on YouTube—thank you all! New episodes drop every Friday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube, so hit that bell to stay updated.
Jordan Metzner (00:01:15):
Alright, on the docket this week: an internal tool we built for compliance and education using AI, a brand-new Google tool for social marketing, and some robot news—both from Amazon and the home front. Sound good?
Sam Nadler (00:01:45):
Let’s get into it. So, first up—this internal tool. It’s an AI-powered training platform we built to help our team handle compliance topics like phishing, security, and even sexual harassment prevention.
Jordan Metzner (00:02:10):
Yeah, I mean, we’ve all done those old-school compliance trainings—you know, the 1990s-style videos with cheesy acting and bad lighting. So we figured, why not build a modern one ourselves?
Sam Nadler (00:02:30):
Exactly. We used AI to generate both the video content and the exams. You can take a quick course, answer questions, and even earn a digital certificate we designed right in the platform. All of it’s built in React, Supabase backend, and using Video 3.1 Fast for content generation.
Jordan Metzner (00:03:05):
And it’s so much cheaper. Most compliance training tools charge $10 to $100 per user per month. We built ours for nearly zero cost, aside from our time.
Sam Nadler (00:03:25):
Plus, it’s customizable—teams can create their own modules. Think phishing prevention, password hygiene, or even onboarding. You could build one for any company’s internal training or orientation.
Jordan Metzner (00:03:50):
Exactly. And for anyone listening—this is the kind of project you can absolutely build with today’s AI tools. Whether it’s for compliance, onboarding, or just fun internal certifications, this approach can save thousands of dollars.
Sam Nadler (00:10:25):
Alright, now onto this week’s tool—Google’s new marketing creation platform.
Jordan Metzner (00:10:40):
Yeah, this thing is awesome. You just drop in your company’s website, and it automatically generates your brand DNA—images, fonts, colors, and even copy.
Sam Nadler (00:11:00):
We tested it with Interviewista.com, and it immediately pulled our brand palette, tagline, and visuals. Within minutes, it was suggesting campaign ideas like “Recruiting Speed Simplified” and “The Future of Interviews Is Now.”
Jordan Metzner (00:11:30):
You can pick a campaign, tweak the copy, change images, and generate ad layouts for LinkedIn, Instagram, or whatever you need. It’s basically Canva meets AI copywriter meets design intern—on steroids.
Sam Nadler (00:11:55):
Yeah, and it’s perfect for quick inspiration. Sometimes you just need a direction for a campaign, and this tool does that beautifully.
Sam Nadler (00:15:00):
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Jordan Metzner (00:15:15):
Exactly. Whether you’re a founder or part of a Fortune 100, Ryz Labs helps you build elite remote teams from Latin America—engineers, designers, operators—all fully embedded in your time zone.
Sam Nadler (00:15:35):
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Sam Nadler (00:16:00):
Alright, Jordan, let’s move into the news. Your alma mater, Amazon, is back in the headlines—testing robots in Whole Foods warehouses so shoppers can pick up additional orders at checkout.
Jordan Metzner (00:16:20):
Yeah, this is fascinating. Back when I was there, Amazon had just integrated Kiva robots. Instead of people walking around with carts, the shelves came to them. It revolutionized fulfillment. Now they’re applying that same tech to grocery stores. Imagine the shelves coming to you instead of walking around Whole Foods—it’s wild.
Sam Nadler (00:17:40):
Exactly. And according to the article, this system could even let customers pick up non-Whole Foods items during the same trip—basically, solving the “multiple grocery store” problem every family has.
Jordan Metzner (00:18:15):
Right. It’s all about convenience and fulfillment efficiency. I think this is just the beginning—supermarkets will become micro-fulfillment centers soon.
Sam Nadler (00:19:36):
And speaking of robots, the internet went crazy this week over a new home robot—price tag: $20,000, or $500 a month.
Jordan Metzner (00:20:00):
Yeah, but spoiler alert—it’s not quite as autonomous as advertised. Turns out there’s a human behind the scenes controlling it in many cases. Still, it’s a cool glimpse into the future.
Sam Nadler (00:21:00):
Yeah, humanoid home robots sound amazing, but the variables are endless. Every house is different, every task unpredictable. Still, imagine one that could do dishes, laundry, and cleaning while you sleep—that’s the dream.
Jordan Metzner (00:22:10):
Totally. And $20K or $300–500/month feels fair. It’s like leasing half a Tesla Model 3. If it worked, people would absolutely pay for that convenience.
Sam Nadler (00:23:40):
It’ll happen eventually. We’re probably at the “Model T” stage of home robotics right now. Give it time.
Sam Nadler (00:25:20):
Alright, fun episode—episode 20 in the books. Can you believe it?
Jordan Metzner (00:25:25):
Crazy! We’ve learned so much since we started. Huge thank-you to everyone tuning in—15,000 subscribers and growing.
Sam Nadler (00:25:40):
We’ve got some amazing guests lined up, including next week’s special—Angie Westbrook, CEO of Standard AI.
Jordan Metzner (00:25:50):
Can’t wait. Thanks everyone for listening, and we’ll see you next week on Built This Week.
