Hi 👋 I'm Wil Waldon. I build products with Claude and I teach others how to do the same. I've been writing code for 15+ years. Fullstack product engineering, MVPs for early-stage founders, a couple of exits. These days most of my workflow runs through Claude. Claude Code, the API, system prompts, MCP servers. I use all of it daily. This channel is where I break down how I actually use Claude to build and ship work. Not hype. Not demos that fall apart outside a screen recording. PROMPTS --- https://www.skool.com/ai-and-automation-3750/about
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August 22, 202610 min
INSANE Starship Flight 14 Twist: HOURS IN ORBIT FOR FLIGHT 15?!
Starship Flight 14 may spend hours and multiple orbits around Earth before attempting to return to Starbase. Here is how SpaceX could use that time to test cryogenic boiloff, propellant settling, RF fuel gauges, delayed Raptor restart, power, navigation, and the systems Flight 15 may need for a long-duration orbital refueling mission.
August 18, 202620 min
Texas Landowners Fight Starbase Annexation
The city of Starbase , a municipality closely tied to Elon Musk’s SpaceX , is currently seeking to expand its borders by annexing over 7,000 acres of land in south Texas . This growth strategy aims to bolster the company's rocket manufacturing and launch capabilities for future missions to the moon and Mars . However, the proposal has sparked significant backlash from local activists and landowners who cite concerns regarding environmental degradation and the loss of private property. Critics argue that the city’s leadership , which includes SpaceX employees, prioritizes corporate interests over the well-being of the surrounding community and its fragile ecosystems . Despite this opposition, local officials suggest that state laws may provide few avenues to halt the space company's territorial ambitions . The situation remains a tense conflict between technological progress and the protection of pioneer landscapes and resident rights.
SpaceX wants Starship Flight 14 to carry viable payloads into orbit and then bring the upper stage back to the launch tower for its first catch attempt. The company is tentatively aiming for the end of August, although it still needs regulatory approval and a clean review of the previous flight. SpaceX has caught Super Heavy three times, but it has never tried to catch a 52-meter ship after orbital entry. Can Flight 14 really go from useful payload deployment to a tower catch on the same mission?Flight 14 asks Starship to do far more than repeat another hourlong trip to the Indian Ocean. We are going through the likely hardware, the orbital flight path, the payload deployment, the deorbit burn, the return to Texas, the catch sequence, the booster problem, and every decision that could send the ship away from the tower.
August 7, 202617 min
Disney’s $1.2 Billion Exit Signals the End of an Old Media Era
Disney has agreed to sell its stake in A+E Global Media to Hearst, giving Hearst full ownership of brands including A&E, History, and Lifetime. The move reflects Disney’s effort to reduce its exposure to traditional cable television as the media landscape continues to shift. In this episode, we look at why big media companies are reshaping their portfolios and what this deal says about the changing value of legacy television assets. The larger takeaway is simple: even iconic companies have to decide what businesses no longer fit the future they are building. Strategic focus often means letting go of familiar brands to make room for the next chapter. Support the Show • Amazon picks: https://amzn.to/4fUGHEm • Amazon picks: https://amzn.to/4pUHt8Q • Amazon picks: https://amzn.to/45a4MC9 • Need a website or app? https://hireawebteam.com • Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/StageZeroNews?view_as=patron&vanity=StageZeroNews • Subscribe on Supercast: https://clubelon.supercast.com/ Disclosure: Amazon links may earn a commission from qualifying purchases.
August 6, 202629 min
Disney and TikTok Are Rewriting the Streaming Playbook
Disney reported higher revenue, stronger streaming profits, and continued momentum from its parks and cruise business. Then it added an unexpected twist: a new partnership with TikTok designed to bring more short-form, creator-driven content into the Disney ecosystem. In this episode, we explore what happens when one of entertainment’s biggest legacy brands leans into the culture and format of the internet. Disney is not simply chasing attention—it is testing a new path between premium content, creator culture, and streaming distribution. The bigger lesson is that established companies cannot rely on their old distribution models forever. The winners will be the brands that can protect their value while adapting to where audiences are actually spending time. Support the Show • Amazon picks: https://amzn.to/4fUGHEm • Amazon picks: https://amzn.to/4pUHt8Q • Amazon picks: https://amzn.to/45a4MC9 • Need a website or app? https://hireawebteam.com • Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/StageZeroNews?view_as=patron&vanity=StageZeroNews • Subscribe on Supercast: https://clubelon.supercast.com/ Disclosure: Amazon links may earn a commission from qualifying purchases.
August 5, 202621 min
SpaceX’s AI Spending Just Spooked Wall Street
SpaceX delivered a blockbuster first earnings report, with quarterly revenue up sharply and Starlink driving much of the growth. But investors focused on a much bigger number: the company’s enormous AI spending. In this episode, we unpack the collision between huge AI ambitions and short-term investor expectations. SpaceX may be growing fast, but the market is asking a tougher question: how quickly can massive infrastructure spending turn into durable returns? It is a sharp reminder for founders and business leaders that growth alone is not enough. When investment runs far ahead of proof, even strong results can trigger a backlash. Support the Show • Amazon picks: https://amzn.to/4fUGHEm • Amazon picks: https://amzn.to/4pUHt8Q • Amazon picks: https://amzn.to/45a4MC9 • Need a website or app? https://hireawebteam.com • Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/StageZeroNews?view_as=patron&vanity=StageZeroNews • Subscribe on Supercast: https://clubelon.supercast.com/ Disclosure: Amazon links may earn a commission from qualifying purchases.
August 5, 202626 min
Uber Eats Sued for Sham Priority Fees
A California resident has filed a proposed class-action lawsuit against Uber Eats , alleging that the company’s priority delivery fee is a deceptive trade practice. The legal complaint characterizes the "direct to you" surcharge as a sham, claiming that couriers often make additional stops despite customers paying a premium for immediate service. The plaintiff argues that users have no way to verify if their orders are truly prioritized, leading to hundreds of millions of dollars in potentially fraudulent charges. This litigation surfaces as the Federal Trade Commission heightens its scrutiny of hidden fees and pricing transparency within the food delivery industry. Legal experts and industry observers suggest this case highlights a broader frustration with misleading wait times and delivery promises across various ride-sharing and logistics platforms.
August 4, 202612 min
Anthropic $1.5 Billion Copyright Settlement
$1.5 billion settlement in the copyright lawsuit between authors and the AI company Anthropic . The litigation centered on allegations that the developer utilized pirated datasets containing millions of books to train its Claude language model . While a judge previously suggested that AI training could qualify as fair use , he ruled that the use of illegally obtained materials did not deserve such protection. The resulting agreement provides approximately $3,000 per work to participating writers, though many authors and critics argue the amount is insufficient compared to the company’s massive valuation. Key details of the final approval include reduced legal fees , a 50/50 payment split between authors and publishers, and a requirement for Anthropic to delete the infringing data . Experts note that this case sets a significant legal precedent for how intellectual property is valued in the rapidly evolving artificial intelligence industry.
August 4, 202623 min
Whole Foods replaces independent brands with data
Amazon has transformed Whole Foods into a more affordable grocery option by significantly expanding its 365 private-label brand . By controlling price hikes better than traditional competitors like Walmart, the retailer is successfully shedding its expensive reputation to attract a wider range of shoppers. Beyond physical stores, Amazon’s grocery division has become a powerhouse, reaching over $150 billion in sales and securing its position as a top U.S. grocer. The company is leveraging high-frequency purchases of fresh produce and perishables to drive larger orders and faster delivery times across its digital platform. Ultimately, these updates highlight a strategic shift toward prioritizing convenience, value, and logistics to dominate the modern food retail market.
August 3, 202622 min
SpaceX AI Spending Drains Starlink Profits
SpaceX prepares to release its inaugural earnings report as a public company, investors are intensely focused on the firm's massive capital expenditures . While the Starlink satellite division remains a profitable asset, the company is funneling billions into artificial intelligence and the development of the Starship rocket. This aggressive spending has contributed to a significant decline in stock price since the initial public offering, as the market increasingly demands tangible returns on high-tech investments. Adding to the volatility, a lock-up period is set to expire, potentially flooding the market with hundreds of millions of shares from early backers. Ultimately, these sources highlight a pivotal moment for the organization as it tries to prove that its ambitious technological vision is financially sustainable.
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