In this thought-provoking episode, we explore the concept of the "cuckoo egg dilemma" and how it relates to the current state of technology. Our host draws an analogy between the cuckoo bird, which tricks other birds into raising its offspring, and how we as consumers are often tricked into spending our time and resources on things that don't benefit us. We examine the spectrum of creators, workers, and consumers, and how each group is affected by this dilemma. The episode suggests that creators, such as artists and entrepreneurs, should be cautious about spending too much time on devices and platforms that can be like vampires, sucking away their time and resources. Instead, the host proposes using dumber, single-purpose devices and being mindful of how we allocate our attention. We also discuss the importance of protecting our own creations and avoiding raising the "cuckoo's egg" of foreign entities that may exploit our work. Join us as we explore these raw ideas and consider how we can reshape our relationship with technology to better serve our goals and values.