Prompted: Builder Stories

In this episode, we break down how to build a working AI agent in about 30 minutes using modern AI coding tools like Cursor, Codex, or Claude Code. Matthew Stein walks through a real, end-to-end example of building an agent from scratch. No fluff. No theory. Just a practical workflow you can follow and adapt to your own ideas. Resources & Links 👉 Agent AI Build Kit (GitHub): https://github.co...

In this episode of PROMPTED, Kyle James sits down with go-to-market strategist Kat Hill Contag to talk about the experience that completely changed how she thinks about AI and building products. Kat is a GTM consultant who works with SaaS companies on product launches and market expansion. Like many operators, she was curious about AI but did not come from a technical background. Then she decided...

Most companies think their go-to-market is solid. It’s not. In this episode, Dale Zwizinski of Revenue Reimagined breaks down why AI will not fix a broken GTM foundation. It will expose it or amplify it. We dive deep into why startups and growth-stage companies skip stabilization, rush toward scale, and avoid pressure-testing their ICP, value proposition, and sales motion. Dale explains the four s...

What if AI wasn’t just a productivity tool… but a judgment-free strategy room? In this episode, I sit down with longtime friend and B2B SaaS executive Jeanne Hopkins to explore how she actually uses AI. Not for prompts. Not for hacks. But as a thinking partner. Jeanne has spent decades leading marketing, sales, and revenue teams as a multi-time VP of Marketing and Chief Revenue Officer. In our con...

AI is changing how we work. For some, that means fear. For others, it means reinvention. In this episode, Kyle James sits down with Riley Gerszewski, a longtime product design leader who used AI tools to go from designing products to actually building and shipping a full iOS app himself. Not a prototype. Not a concept. A real healthcare app approved by Apple. Riley shares what it felt like to be p...

Account based marketing was never broken. Execution was. In this episode, Nick Bennett joins PROMPTED to unpack why focused ABM is finally working in 2026 and why AI is the real unlock. After years as an in house B2B marketer and now advising teams directly, Nick has seen firsthand what changed and what stayed the same. The LinkedIn post that drove this discussion - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/...

Moltbook. MoltBot. OpenClaw. A “Reddit for AI agents.” Bots talking to bots. A massive security breach. Headlines hinting at AGI and the singularity. If you have been seeing this everywhere and wondering what actually happened and whether you need to care, this episode is for you. In this conversation, Kyle James sits down with returning guest John Marcus III , someone he trusts to cut through hyp...

AI agents are everywhere right now. But most go-to-market teams are experimenting without a clear sense of control, governance, or coordination. In this episode of Builder Stories, Kyle James sits down with Jomar Ebalida to unpack why go-to-market does not have an AI problem. It has an orchestration problem. Jomar introduces a powerful mental model built around the Bowtie Funnel, a looping view of...

What happens when the skills you spent decades building suddenly feel obsolete? In this episode of Builder Stories, Tom Elliott shares the moment AI forced him to confront a terrifying truth. At 50 years old, after spending over a decade building a successful software consulting business, he watched an AI demo that made him physically ill. The machine could do most of what he had built his career...

In this episode of PROMPTED, Kyle James sits down with Mike Lemire , a longtime customer success leader and advisor, to unpack what is really happening with AI inside CS teams. AI was supposed to make customer success more proactive, more strategic, and more human. Instead, many teams are chasing “AI strategies” without clarity on outcomes, customer experience, or value. Mike shares what he is see...

Most people use AI like a faster Google or a writing assistant. That is not where the real leverage is. In this episode of Prompted , Kyle sits down again with Matthew Stein to break down seven practical ways to use AI as a true thought partner , not just a tool. From idea generation and structural support to persona simulation and strategic thinking, this conversation shows how modern professiona...

What does it really mean to build AI agents in the real world, not just as demos, but as tools that save time, surface insight, and change how people work? In this episode of PROMPTED: Builder Stories, Kyle sits down with Jason Burke, founder of AllStage and an experienced product builder and investor, to unpack how he thinks about AI agents and how he actually builds them. Jason shares how his ba...

What if the future of AI is not about learning more tools, building more workflows, or becoming more technical at all? In this episode of PROMPTED we sits down with Jared Robin , Co-Founder of RevGenius , a global community of more than 60,000 go-to-market professionals, to explore where AI adoption is actually headed and why 2026 needs to be the year AI becomes human native . Jared brings a rare...

What does AI actually look like in 2026? In this special end-of-year Predictions episode of Prompted, Kyle James sits down with Matthew Stein to debate ten concrete predictions for where AI, agents, and go-to-market teams are headed next year. This is not a hype episode. There are no demos and no buzzwords. Instead, Kyle and Matthew pressure test real second-order effects like: Why AI onboarding w...

This week we are flipping the script a bit and our host is playing the guest to have Kyle James share his Builder Story. Kyle's journey from product management to podcasting is a testament to the power of curiosity and the belief that anyone can become a builder. Discover how his insights can empower you to embrace AI and transform your approach to building. Kyle shares his unique perspective on t...

Join us for an inspiring episode of Prompted: Builder Stories featuring Ashna Thakkar, a trailblazer in the world of AI agents. Ashna's journey from a non-coder to an AI innovator is a testament to the power of curiosity and determination. Discover how she empowers startups with no-code AI solutions, transforming challenges into opportunities. In this episode, Ashna shares her path from working in...

Join us for an inspiring episode of Prompted: Builder Stories featuring Brady Cohen, a seasoned marketer and business development expert, as he shares his transformative journey with AI agents. Discover how Brady's curiosity and passion for technology led him to create innovative solutions that enhance user experiences and streamline tasks. From a Halloween party planner to a pet health advisor, B...

Join us for an inspiring episode of Prompted: Builder Stories featuring Suraj Kripalani, a visionary entrepreneur who transitioned from a Blackrock portfolio manager to leading entrepreneurs through an  AI-driven Startup Accelerator. Discover how Suraj's work with BonBillo is empowering mission-driven founders to leverage AI for social impact and innovation. This episode is a must-listen for...

Join us for an inspiring episode of Builder Stories featuring Sarah Medilo, a former CEO turned AI enthusiast. Sarah's journey from leading the top HubSpot partner in the Philippines to embracing AI technology is a testament to innovation and personal growth. Her story is not just about technology but about finding balance and purpose in life. In this episode, Sarah shares how she transitioned fro...

Join us on Builder Stories as we dive into the inspiring journey of Jorge Fuentes , a trailblazer who transitioned from law to AI. Jorge's story is a testament to the power of curiosity and the endless possibilities that AI offers. Discover how he embraced AI to create innovative agents that are transforming the way businesses operate. In this episode, Jorge shares his unique path from being a law...

Join us on Builder Stories as we dive into the transformative journey of Carole Mahoney, a former sales skeptic turned passionate advocate. Discover how Carole's unique approach to sales, rooted in empathy and problem-solving, is revolutionizing the industry. Her insights into AI and its potential to enhance human connection make this episode a must-listen for builders and AI enthusiasts alike. Ca...

What happens when a lifelong innovator goes from AI skeptic to passionate advocate for democratizing technology? In this episode of Prompted: Builder Stories , Kyle James sits down with Sam Mallikarjunan , General Manager at Agent.ai and former Head of Growth at HubSpot Labs, to explore how AI is reshaping creativity, work, and human potential. Sam shares his personal journey — from building OneSc...

Join us for an inspiring episode of Builder Stories featuring Vikram Ekambaram, a visionary in the world of AI agents. Vikram's journey from redundancy to innovation is a testament to resilience and the transformative power of Gen AIi. Discover how he empowers non-technical individuals to make a significant impact in AI. In this episode, Vikram shares his insights on leveraging Gen AI to bridge ga...

What if your backlog of support tickets could do more than record problems? In this episode of Builder Stories , Kyle James sits down with Tom Bachant , founder and CEO of Unthread , to explore how AI can transform everyday support conversations into actionable insights. Tom’s journey spans from co-founding the ride-sharing startup Dashride (acquired by Cruise) to leading Unthread , an AI-powered...

Beth Dunn, Head of Product Experience at Agent.ai and former HubSpot content design leader, shares her journey from creating “BethBot” to developing the Sweet Spot Framework for working with AI. In this episode of Builder Stories , Beth explains how builders can use agents to amplify their strengths, fill workflow gaps, and create more space for creativity. You’ll learn: How Beth “automated hersel...