The AI Optimist

The brittle grass breaking beneath your feet, breath hushed, you walk as quietly as possible to avoid the lion hunting you.... The lion called AI. Feel AI is a threat, begin the ancient, limbic dance of Fight Flight Freeze or Fawn. Many wait for AI jobs to arrive & miss what's in front of their eyes. Critical thinking ahead, one of the new skills. EP #37 Episode 37 Playlist 00:00 The Lion is AI -...

Instead of upskilling - a detached vague term scaring people about jobs - let’s future forge your career with this episode. Replacing AI uprising fears and billion-dollar jargon, meet 3 active AI practitioners, each in their own unique way showing how AI works for you. We're talking GenAI writing insights that crank out killer content, untangling the legal IP maze of AI patents, and the trippy wor...

“An AI system does not have desires, aspirations, or needs. It won't choose to invent...nor will it be demotivated if its name doesn't appear on a patent.” - Robert Plotkin It's time to bridge the intersection of AI, creativity, and the law with Robert Plotkin, an AI legal pioneer who is exploring how AI is reshaping invention and intellectual property. Plotkin, author of "The Genie in the Machine...

Tell me the difference between ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini to you? For the early AI adopters and data scientists, it’s a matter of measurements, with Claude taking the lead this week. For the general public who doesn’t get AI, it’s like comparing water brands. If it’s true they are similar, like bottled water, then what’s the difference? We explore the idea of GenAI being akin to bottled water – r...

In the realm of AI, tech unicorns reign, spinning glittering visions that enthrall and baffle. The mighty ChatGPT leads this carousel, luring seekers into its blank-slate stable with a brand that is crushing other GenAI companies right now. These AI Apex predators have a mythical billion-dollar aura, yet when their bubble bursts some may turn back into mice. For now, ChatGPT rules the roost, captu...

AI Video: Hype Machine or Creative Catalyst? What to do Now: Video Content Creation AI hype’s latest darling is AI-powered video generation . Platforms like OpenAI's Sora promise to revolutionize content creation, turning text into stunning visuals with a click. Before we all become blockbuster directors with an AI assistant, let's peep behind the curtain . While Sora's PR visuals are impressive,...

Listen to Your Customers to Overcome AI Bias The Fault Lies Not in our Customers but in Tone Deaf Elevator Pitches dripping from poor GenAI Prompts Listen on  Apple  ||  Spotify  ||  YouTube Do you ever feel like your business messaging or website just isn't resonating with your target audience? You may be experiencing AI bias without even realizing it. In this video, I explain how you can use cus...

AI is taking over, yet hype still overwhelms practical reality. In this episode, Cut through the hype to showcase two promising AI use cases powered by small teams of just 1-5 people. Discover how new video creation tools and automated podcast transcription services solve problems for customers while building sustainable businesses. Now is the optimal time for entrepreneurs and startups to harness...

Affiliate.ai founder Rob Berrisford on saving 1-3 hours a day when you know how to use GenAI. He helps affiliate managers chat with network data and save time, with tools they embrace not fear. In this pod discover why people are at the foundation of AI development, at least to one Optimist. AI Agents saving time are the 2024 AI Theme, and this smart product designed for affiliate managers in a ma...

AI and Tools included in this pod: * Invideo, https://invideo.io/ * Artlist, https://artlist.io/ for extra video short content This podcast by Declan Dunn covers several key AI-related topics: a new video-generating GPT called Invideo.ai Video Maker, using AI to save time in meetings, a review of the book "Unmasking AI" by Dr. Joy Buolamwini, and an overview of the proposed NO AI Fraud Act in the...

New Dawn 2024 - The AI Content Game Uplevels this year… I am about to tell you a true story. If you believe me, you will be rewarded. If you don’t believe me, I will make it worth your while to change your mind. Let me explain. Imagine having a co-editor not just adept in grammar but also in understanding your audience's heartbeat, tailoring your message, and creating a resonant emotional connecti...

Imagine a classroom where your brainwaves sync with AI, and your achievements are as unique as NFTs.  Sounds like sci-fi. It’s happening now, and we’re diving headfirst into this educational universe. Let’s unravel how AI and NFTs are not buzzwords but revolutionize learning, making it more personal than your Netflix recommendations. Listen on  Apple  ||  Spotify  ||  YouTube 00:00.00 Groundbreaki...

At the intersection of education and technology lies Learning Frequency . Amanda Slavin’s startup uses experiential learning, NFTs and AI to revolutionize how students learn and teachers teach.   In this episode of The AI Optimist podcast, we interview Amanda, an author and founder of the ed-tech startup Learning Frequency. Listen on Apple || Spotify || YouTube 00:00.00 AI and Too Much Info! 00:00...

Swimming in the a priori AI bias sea 🏊 and AI Copyrights - with flashes of what's possible, like from the New England Journal of Medicine on LLM usage: (what's your take - could this approach apply to copyrights?) Scientific research and writing using LLMs - does that make sense, as explained below? Listen on Apple || Spotify || YouTube 00:00:00 AI Copyrights new Twists 00:00:59 NY Times Lawsuit...

It's time we thought about how AI can serve us rather than how we can serve it. It's about making sure that AI enhances our lives.  Are you up for the challenge? We're calling this shift "AI People First," a unique venture to reshape the future of AI! Benefits of the AI People-First Approach The "AI People First" approach brings forth a bunch of benefits. By prioritizing humans above data, we can...

As he opened the courtroom door, he didn’t know his child custody hearing would involve an attack with an angry audio he never spoke, that his ex-wife created by Googling. Deepfakes aren’t just about politicians and celebrities, they are hitting home. And they are also opening up creative avenues for spoken word, audiobooks, and so much more. Jason Rodgers shares insights from his Masters Research...

Self-Aware X-Rays? Intelligent Objects transform healthcare with x-rays gaining AI power, allowing them to understand findings, notify doctors, access records, organize conversations, and more. EP #21 When I first heard about self-aware X-rays, it sounded like a ChatGPT hallucination. Then, discover how Intelligent Objects are digital tools with AI capabilities, allowing them to perform tasks, lea...

What part of your business or job wears you down? Often 20-40% of our working time is spent doing things like routing documents, updating people via email, and pushing files around to make sure the right people see them. Now with the advance of AI, the first wave is often adding to this complex maze of administrative tasks, and it doesn’t have to… Imagine the future of AI with Object Messaging and...

AI Black Friday – Freeing 20-40% of Time Wasters with GPTs, AI Assistants, and AI Agents It’s not magical to think this way; instead of worrying about how AI might replace you, how about if AI took over all those tasks you don’t like to do? We dive into how to identify and automate those time suckers with two use cases! How You Already Use AI – Maps and Netflix The funny thing about AI is how it p...

Summary for The AI Optimist Podcast Episode #18 Introduction (00:00-02:30) The podcast discusses how the recent capabilities introduced by ChatGPT allow users to create customized AI agents or GPTs to automate workflows and complete tasks. This ushers in a new era of intelligent workflows beyond just generating content. Key Points: * Ethan Mollick created "Trend Analyzer" GPT in 10 mins that analy...

The "Motown of AI Tech" Disrupts VCs: Investing in People with WAAV Studio's Model Funding AI Startups by Investing in People and Creating Apps that Matter Insights from The AI Optimist Podcast #17 Chapters: 00:00:00 - The Studio Model for Tech Investments 00:02:13 - Building the Network 00:04:38 - Running a Small Business and Supporting Minority Entrepreneurs 00:06:51 - The Importance of a Studio...

Podcast Interview Bio: William A. Adams This week on The AI Optimist, we’re thrilled to feature a visionary leader and a pioneering force in the tech world, William A. Adams.  As a software engineering maestro, an award-winning diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) champion, and a philanthropist, William is not just a part of the tech industry; he’s actively rewriting its future. From his early d...

Looking around at GenAI, many are adding to the tsunami of AI content crap. Because they are trying to let ChatGPT lead the way, and act like it’s a search engine! Step into a mini-class with senior content conversion writer Jessica Mehring and Declan take you beyond the surface and into creating actionable content. More than a pod, this is a mini-class in using data driven creativity. Follow the...

Creating Compassionate AI - Revealing the Wisdom of Crowds Podcast Sections: I. The Impact of Social Media Algorithms II. The Limitations and Biases of Early AI III. Fostering Discussion and Seeking Truth IV. AI’s Dependence on Humans V. Using AI Compassionately and Positively VI. Action Plan I. The Impact of Social Media Algorithms * Social media algorithms amplify harmful speech, anger, and pola...

Interview with Jonathan Khorsandi, CEO of Diwy.eu In Episode 13 of “The AI Optimist,” we interview Jonathan Khorsandi, CEO of Diwy.eu, exploring the transformative power of AI in B2B lead generation. Adding Personal Touch : Jonathan’s approach to understanding ICPs (Ideal Customer Profiles) shows how combining AI with a human touch improves results.  By knowing companies’ challenges, lead campaign...