AI in Action

What if an AI could remember you—not just your last question, but your preferences, past conversations, and unique personality? In this episode, host Robert is joined by AI Engineer Terresa Pan to discuss EchoStar, a groundbreaking hierarchical memory system for AI. Terresa explains how different "memory banks" (episodic, semantic, and procedural) work together to create an AI with a gen...

Ever wondered how AI can seamlessly juggle text, images, and data analysis all at once? On this episode of  AI in Action , we're unlocking the secrets behind Google's Agent Development Kit with expert Teresa Pan. She's here to discuss how ADK's unique approach to 'artifacts' is transforming the way developers build sophisticated AI agents. We'll explore her fascinating...

AI is evolving rapidly, moving beyond information processing to tackle complex tasks. Today, we explore the "Grand Code Agent," an AI by Teresa Pan that showcases this shift. Forget rigid commands; this agent uses Python code to interact with tools, retrieve financial data, visualize information from PDFs and images, and even generate memes. We'll delve into how this "code-first...

This episode discusses an AI Multi-Agent Simulation Project , exemplified by an "AI Debate Simulator." It utilizes  Large Language Models (LLMs) , grounded by  Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)  with a  Pinecone vector database , to simulate discussions among AI personas representing various individuals. The system allows users to configure simulations with different participants and...

The podcast introduces an  AI-powered staffing platform  called Interactive SmartMatch made by Terresa Pan, an AI engineer and consultant. The platform aims to  improve internal efficiency  by using AI to optimally match consultants to projects based on skills, availability, and project needs. Key features include  automatic extraction of project requirements , a  human-in-the-loop verification pr...

OpenAI’s O3 and O3-mini are impressive feats of engineering, pushing the boundaries of what’s currently possible. But the journey toward Artificial General Intelligence isn’t a sprint to saturate existing benchmarks. It’s a marathon requiring us to constantly refine our understanding of intelligence itself and, crucially, to evolve the yardsticks we use to measure it. The focus needs to shift towa...

This episode discusses a Medium article by AI engineer and social media strategist Terresa Pan. It outlines three key strategies for creating successful short-form videos:  Tagging thinking ,  Establishing a clear stance , and  Incorporating personal experiences . Tagging involves using numerous relevant keywords to maximize reach, while a defined stance—taking a side on an issue—builds a strong b...

This episode discusses a Medium article by AI engineer and social media strategist Terresa Pan, titled "The Art of Product Storytelling." It focuses on enhancing product presentation in short videos. It offers seven key approaches to visually showcasing products: using the product, exaggeration, comparison, similarity, using intermediaries, highlighting material qualities, and employing metaphors....

This episode discusses a Medium article by AI engineer and social media strategist Terresa Pan. It explores narrative aesthetics in short videos, focusing on the manipulation of space to enhance storytelling. It examines how spatial elements like lighting, depth, and arrangement contribute to character identity, evoke emotions, and create a sense of realism. The article details techniques for cont...

This episode discusses a Medium article by AI engineer and social media strategist Terresa Pan discusses narrative aesthetics in short-form video.  The core concept is manipulating time to control audience emotion , achieved through pacing and storytelling techniques. Pan details various methods, including altering narrative time versus story time, employing repetition and contrast, and utilizing...

This episode discusses a Medium article by AI engineer and social media strategist Terresa Pan. It provides a guide to crafting compelling narratives, particularly for short-form video content. It outlines a storytelling framework encompassing character development, conflict creation, and structural elements like inciting incidents and resolutions. The article emphasizes the importance of emotiona...

This episode discusses a Medium article, part three of a series by AI engineer and social media strategist Terresa Pan. It focuses on  "emotion triggers"  in short-form video content creation. It argues that eliciting emotional responses, beyond simple likes or comments, is crucial for engagement. The article details various strategies for prompting  likes, comments, saves, shares, and follows , e...

This episode discusses a Medium article by AI engineer Terresa Pan who explores five video content structural frameworks— Interest Point, Resonance-Driven, Logical Reasoning, Dramatic and  rhythmic —designed to boost viewer engagement and completion rates. Each framework leverages distinct psychological processes to maintain audience interest and stimulate interaction. The article details the char...

This episode discusses a Medium article by AI engineer Terresa Pan, the first in a three-part series. It explains how to craft compelling content using a "power structure"  of hooks, skeletons, and emotional triggers.  Thirteen types of hooks are detailed , ranging from imbalanced emotions and curiosity to social identity and primal desires. The article  emphasizes tailoring the structure to the t...

This episode discusses a Medium article by AI engineer and social media strategist Terresa Pan. It explores strategies for creating viral content. The core concept revolves around presenting  universal themes  in  unexpected ways , leveraging viewers' innate desire for novelty. This involves  connecting with audiences emotionally , rather than simply providing instructional information, and utiliz...

This Episode discusses a Medium article by Terresa Pan, an AI engineer and social media strategist, outlining key aspects of short-form video content creation, specifically focusing on strategies for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts. It addresses crucial questions about attracting an audience, including the importance of defining a target audience and creating content tailored to their...

This episode discusses a Medium article by Terresa Pan, an AI engineer and social media strategist, offering a practical guide for improving on-camera charisma for short video content creators. The article explore a variety of factors that contribute to an authentic and engaging presence in front of the camera, including the importance of establishing a clear motive for speaking, utilizing physica...

This episode discusses a Medium article by Terresa Pan, an AI engineer and social media strategist,  providing a beginner's guide to video production. It covers fundamental skills, including shooting techniques, story composition, and visual elements. Pan emphasizes using clear and concise visuals, understanding the different types of video content, and mastering the use of camera angles, framing,...

This episode discusses a Medium article by Terresa Pan, an AI engineer and social media strategist, exploring the art of writing for a mobile audience. Pan emphasizes the importance of using specific details and sensory language to create vivid imagery and engage readers on the go. She also highlights the power of conflict in driving engagement and the role of rhythm and structure in enhancing rea...

This episode discusses a Medium article by Terresa Pan, an AI engineer and social media strategist,  outlining a method for developing successful content creation strategies. The article emphasizes the importance of creating content that effectively links solutions to user needs. It suggests two approaches: starting with user needs and finding content that offers solutions, or starting with conten...

This episode discusses a Medium article by Terresa Pan, an AI engineer and social media strategist, providing a guide for building a personal brand on social media. It outlines seven different categories of content that creators can use to establish their unique personality, including sharing personal experiences, revealing industry insights, and providing solutions to common problems. The article...

This episode discusses a Medium article by Terresa Pan, an AI engineer and social media strategist, exploring the art of crafting a compelling online presence. It breaks down the concept of  account positioning , which encompasses defining your  target audience , the  value  you offer, your  persona , the  type  of content you produce, and the  style  of delivery. The article then delves into the...

This episode discusses a Medium article by Terresa Pan, an AI engineer and social media strategist, focusing on  social media positioning strategies , particularly the  importance of crafting a strong personal brand or "persona"  for a social media account. Pan argues that  a compelling persona is crucial for building a following and establishing a unique presence  in the competitive online space....

This episode discusses a Medium article by Terresa Pan, an AI engineer and social media strategist, providing insights into defining a social media account's position. The article emphasizes the crucial role of  account positioning  in achieving success on social media platforms. It explains that account positioning encompasses various elements such as  value ,  target audience ,  persona ,  conte...

This episode discusses a Medium article by Terresa Pan, an AI engineer and social media strategist, explaining how to maximize traffic on online platforms by understanding and utilizing platform algorithms. The article focuses on the "demand" component of traffic, arguing that content with high demand, as determined by the platform's audience, will always receive more views than content with less...