# Why Google Search Is Thriving, Not Dying, in the AI Era

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Podcast: [Answer Engine Optimization (AEO): The AI Search Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/answer-engine-optimization-aeo-the-ai-search-podcast-7756998)
Published: 2026-07-29T10:32:34+00:00
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## Resource

Google's AI Mode is transforming search, not replacing it. We break down what happened and what it means for brands.

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