Digital Presence, AI-Driven Noise, Content Repurposing, Real-World Experiences, and Brand Differentiation with Cathy Hackl, Lee Kebler, and David Cash

TechMagic with Cathy Hackl

In this episode of TechMagic, hosts Cathy Hackl and Lee Kebler break down the biggest shifts shaping tech, entertainment, and personal branding. They explore emerging trends, from real-world experiences like Beastland, to the growing influence of spatial computing, and why authentic human content is becoming a premium as AI saturation rises. In the second half, Cathy sits down with David Cash, Founder and CSO of Cash Labs, Founder and Executive Producer of Catalyst Content Haus and Head of Marketing and acting CMO of DeLorean Labs, to discuss building a future-proof personal brand, repurposing content at scale, and why founders must take ownership of their digital presence now. Together, they reveal practical strategies for standing out and earning trust in an AI-driven media landscape.

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David Cash Bio:

David Cash is the Founder of Cash Labs and Catalyst, recognized as a leading force in bringing Web3 and emerging technologies to market. After a 12-year acting career and seven years running a production company, working on campaigns for brands like Brisk, Gaviscon, and Netflix, David became an early leader in Web3, authoring the first Master’s thesis on NFTs and producing Metaverse Fashion Week. Through Cash Labs, his work has driven billions of impressions and major revenue for global brands. His newest venture, Catalyst, helps executives create high-impact, future-ready content.

David Cash on LinkedIn

Key Discussion Topics:

• 00:00 Intro: Tech Magic Returns from the Middle East
• 00:03 Beastland: MrBeast's Pop-Up Amusement Park Phenomenon in Riyadh
• 00:08 Apple Vision Pro & Real Madrid: The Future of Immersive Sports Content
• 00:12 Tim Cook's Potential Departure and Apple's Need for Disruption
• 00:16 Meta Quest 3S at Costco for $200: The VR Hardware Game Heats Up
• 00:20 Meet David Cash: From Child Actor to Web3 Pioneer and Content Strategist
• 00:24 Why Business Leaders Must Own Their Content Strategy Now
• 00:27 Catalyst: Productizing Executive Content Creation Into a Luxury Service
• 00:30 How to Build a Personal Brand Session in One Day
• 00:33 The Dead Internet Theory: Why Authentic Voices Are Your Competitive Moat
• 00:36 Syndication Strategy: Turn One Piece of Content Into 1,000 Assets
• 00:37 Legacy Media Still Matters: Why Adweek and Vogue Amplify Personal Brands
• 00:40 The Evolution of Entertainment: From Broadway to Authentic Vlogging
• 00:43 Human-Crafted Content as Luxury: The OnlyFans to OnlyWalks Future
• 00:44 The Metaverse Isn't Web3: Redefining Virtual Spaces and Digital Identity
• 00:48 How Your Content Choices Today Shape Your XR Future Tomorrow
• 00:52 AI as a Tool: When to Use Generative Tech and When to Create Authentically
• 00:53 The "Human Authored" Label: Why AI Slop Is Making Credibility Scarce
• 00:57 Silicon Valley's Billion-Dollar Paradox: Oracle, SoftBank, and Unsustainable Bets
• 01:00 Hardware Matters: Why Lam Research Is the Invisible Infrastructure Winner
• 01:03 Key Takeaways: Personal Branding, Content Strategy, and the Human Edge

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