Preparing for AI: The AI Podcast for Everybody

Send us Fan Mail In the first in a new series of monthly episodes, Jimmy and Matt debate the AI topics which have piqued their interest in July.  Diving into the nuances between open-source and closed-source AI models, Jimmy reveals how personal use of Meta's Llama can revolutionize your data privacy and control. Hear Jimmy's first hand experience running a smaller Llama model on his own...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets of how AI can transform our world into a more inclusive and accessible place with Amy Aisha Brown from King's College London. Gain invaluable insights into how enhanced accessibility benefits not only individuals with disabilities but also the wider society, particularly as we age. Learn how AI is revolutionizing learning environments and making everyday ex...

Send us Fan Mail In part two of a three episode deep dive into the education industry, discover how AI can revolutionise learning by providing customised experiences and alleviating teachers' burdens, allowing them to focus on what truly matters—igniting creativity and fostering meaningful connections. Guest Julian Fisher, founder and CEO of Venture Education, lends his unique insights from h...

Send us Fan Mail Heading to the beach this summer? Or just staying at home pondering how long it will be until a superintelligent AI takes over the world? Or maybe you really want to learn the best AI tools to use this summer? Well whatever your flava you are in the right place, because this week Jimmy and Matt introduce their top 10 AI applications for summer 2024! Join us to discover the best la...

Send us Fan Mail Discover how artificial intelligence is poised to disrupt higher education with ex-Baidu senior manager, tech-optimist and rooftop garder Edward Ning (check out the video links at the bottom of the show notes). Gain insights into the future of academia as we discuss cutting-edge applications like automated transcription services and advanced search engines that boost productivity...

Send us Fan Mail In this eye-opening episode of 'Preparing for AI', we dive into the controversial world of AI-driven election interference. We explore the shocking findings from Channel 4's  investigation 'Can AI Steal Your Vote?', which revealed how AI-generated content swayed 23 out of 25 voters in just two weeks. We break down the potential threats of deepfakes, AI-gen...

Send us Fan Mail Looking for the anitdote to the doomerism of our recent relaunch episode? Well you have come to the right place! What if you could turn a passion for AI into a thriving career without any formal tech or engineering background? Join us as Ben Cook, guides us through his own story of how learning to use generative AI tools help transformed him from a generalist into a master in many...

Send us Fan Mail Just a few days after we recorded our podcast re-launch and Matt's 'Call to Arms' on mitigating the risks of development of AI,  llya Sutskever emerged from the wilderness. He announced, with very few details,  the founding of Safe SuperIntelligence, with the implicit mission to build Superintelligent AI aligned with human values, to prevent catastrophic outcomes fo...

Send us Fan Mail "Preparing for AI" relaunches this week as the AI Podcast for Everybody. We are broadening our mission to raise awareness and to empower listeners to act on helping to stop the existential threat of unmitigated frontier model development. But is AI reallya looming existential threat or an overhyped fantasy? This episode of "Preparing for AI" tackles this provoc...

Send us Fan Mail After a couple of weeks away Preparing for AI is back and on the verge of a relaunch! Before we crack on with a deep dive into the Communications & PR industry we have a look at the AI developments that have most interested us over the past 2 weeks. Can Apple's integration of ChatGPT into Siri really coexist with their strong privacy stance? Find out as we unpack this gam...

Send us Fan Mail This week on "Preparing for AI," we tackle the sobering reality of job displacement due to AI advancements and the ethical dilemmas that come with new technologies. We kick off with a deep dive into Microsoft's Copilot Plus PCs, machines equipped with neural processing units to handle AI workloads locally. Imagine your computer not only working smarter but maintaini...

Send us Fan Mail Prepare to confront the chilling possibilities of AI's evolution as Matt Cartwright and Jimmy Rhodes lead us through a harrowing exploration of its potential socio-economic impacts over the next quarter-century. We tackle the daunting scenario where unchecked AI advancements dictate warfare tactics, manipulate global narratives, and potentially dictate our very choices—a futu...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine waking up to a world where technology isn't just a tool, but a compassionate partner in our daily lives. Our latest episode takes you through a visionary exploration of an AI-empowered utopia that's (maybe) just around the corner. We're painting a picture of a future enhanced by tech, where seamless human-AI interaction isn't just a dream—it's an i...

Send us Fan Mail This week we celebrate a major podcast milestone with a bumper episode, as we look back on the incredible pace of change in the AI space since we launched just two months ago. We unwrap Open Source models like Meta's Llama 3—a paragon of efficiency that's reshaping the accessibility of AI technology and might just land in your living room. We'll traverse the landsca...

Send us Fan Mail Join the ranks of the enlightened as we sit down with Karen Wong, the mastermind behind Climind, a Large language model (LLM)-enabled copilot exclusively for climate change, which bridges the gap between data and effective climate actions for business. With the precision of AI and Karen's drive to innovate, we venture into a future where sustainability isn't just a buzzw...

Send us Fan Mail Prepare to have your perspectives on AI and energy sustainability reshaped, as Anders Hove from the Oxford Institute for Energy Studies takes us on a journey through the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in the struggle against climate change, as well as the potential of AI as a barrier to achieving energy and climate goals. This episode unpacks AI's role in...

Send us Fan Mail Uncover the transformative role of AI in the translation industry as we are joined by Chris Ward, a seasoned freelance translator, to navigate the waves of change brought forth by technologies from Google and DeepL. We dissect the increasingly symbiotic relationship between human translators and machine translation tools, spotlighting why the human touch remains irreplaceable (may...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how the charm of your favorite barista could possibly be replicated by a robot? Could large language models help chefs put together off the cuff menus and wine pairing options in seconds? This week we navigate the swiftly evolving landscape of AI in the hospitality industry, where the future of your dining and travel experiences hang in the balance. We pulled back th...

Send us Fan Mail Discover what happens when the unstoppable force of AI collides with the immovable object of the legal profession. Is it a game-changer for veteran attorneys yet a potential pink slip for junior staff? We delve into the legal industry's seismic transformation, showcasing how AI-powered tools like ROSS Intelligence and Case Text are revolutionizing workflows, while keeping a k...

Send us Fan Mail An hour long 'Brucey bonus' episode this week (and make sure to listen to the bitter end for our first AI created outro track ' Robot Visions ') Join Matt Cartwright and Jimmy Rhodes as they unfold the future of robotics and its intersection with everyday life. This week, we're tearing down the walls between human and machine, exploring the burgeoning pote...

Send us Fan Mail Will the AI revolution render your white-collar job obsolete, or can it actually catapult your career to new heights? Join hosts Matt Cartwright and Jimmy Rhodes as they dissect the seismic shifts AI is having on the office work landscape. This episode peels back the curtain on the murky decision-making processes of AI, particularly when faced with the challenge of misinformation...

Send us Fan Mail Is it already the end of the road for CGI, animation studios and graphic designers? Join us for our first industry focussed episode as we scrutinize the latest awe-inspiring yet potentially unsettling advancements in artificial intelligence impacting the creative industries. Our latest episode peels back the curtain on Sora, OpenAI's newest marvel, capable of crafting lifelik...

Send us Fan Mail Two British friends and self apointed 'AI experts', sitting in China and watching artificial intelligence transform the world from a unique vantage point. This is 'Preparing for AI- The AI Podcast for Everybody'. It's not your usual AI podcast, this is not about benchmarks or clickbaity takes on the latest AI news  – it's all about bringing a fresh pe...