In A(i) Nutshell

Join our hosts Andrew and Chris as they decode the latest earth-shattering advances in generative AI and distill the key takeaways for regular people. They recap and react to the week's biggest stories: YouTube developing new AI features for comments and video recommendations/Q&A Midjourney releasing style tuners for customizing AI art generation Video platform Kaiber launching a mobile app Improv...

In todays episode, Andrew and Chris react to recent comments from Facebook's Nick Clegg about AI. They discuss Clegg's view that AI debates have become sensationalized before the tech is fully developed. The hosts weigh Clegg's perspectives, agreeing AI brings benefits but merits ethical safeguards. They note Clegg advocates policymaking as AI advances. Overall, they find validity in some of Clegg...

In this podcast, Andrew and Chris react to OpenAI's recent developer conference announcements regarding ChatGPT. They discuss new specialized AI models, a marketplace for selling custom models, expanded token limits, and an app store with tools like CanvaGPT. Other updates include a multimodal interface, extending ChatGPT's knowledge cutoff date, and legal protections for developers. Overall, rapi...

In this episode, Andrew and Chris react to comments from musician Will.i.am regarding AI and music. They discuss how Will.i.am has a unique perspective as both a top musician and tech entrepreneur. Will.i.am wants regulations to protect artists' interests without stifling innovation. He notes that AI will increase competition for artists. The hosts agree that definitions of "artist" are changing w...

Join Andrew Davis and Chris Branch on the In A(i) Nutshell Podcast for a crisp, 10-minute daily dive into the world of virtual influencers. Stripping away the complex jargon of generative AI, this series zeroes in on its practical influence on everyday people, content creators, and marketers. Engage with the burgeoning reality where virtual personas like Lil Miquela reshape marketing norms, from B...

In today's episode, the duo discusses how different AI models like ChatGPT and Claude2 collect and update their information. They explore ways to navigate restrictions tied to brand names and celebrity likenesses in Art generators like Dall-E 3, providing valuable insights on prompt engineering. The episode sparks a thought-provoking conversation on the future of AI prompts, particularly in the br...

In this episode, Andrew Davis and Chris Branch covered several key developments in the world of AI and generative AI: 1. **Mid Journey**: Mid Journey released a new upscaler, which was highly requested by the community. This feature allows users to scale images to larger sizes, but it takes longer due to increased pixel richness. 2. **OpenAI's ChatGPT**: OpenAI introduced the ability to upload PDF...

In today's episode of 'In A(i) Nutshell' with Andrew Davis and Chris Branch, we dive into the power of generative AI in revamping marketing campaigns. We spotlight a captivating campaign by WWF, 'Imagine a Day Without Nature', where generative AI brought old concepts to life, evoking the profound impact of animal extinction.  The discussion ventures into the realm of user-generated content, the in...

In today's episode of "In A(i) Nutshell," Andrew Davis and Chris Branch delve into the seismic shifts generative AI is causing in education. They discuss how AI, specifically chat GPT, could be used to cheat on assignments, rendering traditional plagiarism detection tools ineffective. The conversation goes beyond just identifying the problems, offering innovative solutions like revising educationa...

In this episode of "In A(i) Nutshell", hosts Andrew Davis and Chris Branch delve into the fascinating realm of generative AI, sharing their garnered tips and tricks over the past year. They discuss how they use AI to streamline processes, shedding light on prompt techniques to obtain desired results. From assigning roles to AI for specific advice to adjusting aspect ratios for presentations, they...

On this episode of "In A(i) Nutshell," hosts Andrew Davis and Chris Branch delve into the often amusing yet frustrating experiences with generative AI tools like Chat GPT and DALL-E. From grappling with AI's literal interpretation to its lack of common sense and context understanding, the hosts share humorous anecdotes that highlight the gap between human intuition and AI's rigid logic. Despite it...

In this episode of "In A(i) Nutshell," hosts Andrew Davis and Chris Branch unravel the mystique surrounding deepfakes, illuminating its darker implications. Drawing examples from high-profile deepfake incidents, like Tom Hanks' unauthorized AI-generated endorsement and scam setups in China, they underscore the potential for misuse. While acknowledging the creative potential in content marketing, t...

In this captivating episode, we delve into a groundbreaking initiative by Cotsmore School in West Sussex, where AI robot Abigail Bailey steps into the role of a principal, assisting headmaster Tom Rogerson in various school facets from staff management to specialised student support. The episode unfolds the school's broader tech-imbued vision with another AI entity, Jamie Rainer, spearheading AI s...

In this episode, hosts Andrew Davis and Chris Branch delve into Google's latest endeavors in the realm of Generative AI, with a specific focus on image generation. The discussion kicks off with the unveiling of Google's newly introduced feature in Google Image Search, which now has the ability to generate an image based on user prompts. Although the photorealism may not be at par with other market...

In this episode of the "In A(i) Nutshell" podcast, hosts Andrew Davis and Chris Branch delve into the enthralling interplay between augmented reality (AR), generative AI, and live events, ignited by Chris's recount of the Beijing Olympics' AR-infused opening ceremony. As they peel back the layers of technology blending with reality, a vivid narrative emerges—live audiences versus virtual ones, eac...

In this episode of the "In A(i) Nutshell" podcast, hosts Andrew Davis and Chris Branch demystify the concept of AI agents, shedding light on their potential to autonomously perform tasks on a user's behalf. Through a lively discussion, they distinguish between AI tools and agents, emphasizing the latter's ability to pursue set goals autonomously. A captivating story of an AI overcoming a captcha b...

In this engaging episode, hosts Andrew Davis and Chris Branch delve into the transformation of DJ culture through the lens of evolving technology, pivoting from their personal experiences as former DJs. They talk about the journey from vinyl, to CDs, to USBs, and now to the threshold of AI-powered DJing, or "prompt DJing," where predefined prompts could guide song selection and mixing in a club se...

In this intriguing episode, hosts Andrew Davis and Chris Branch explore the evolving frontier where artificial intelligence (AI) intersects with graphic design, stirred by a recent controversy surrounding Marvel's promotional posters. The debate centers on whether generative AI was employed to create imagery for Marvel's "Secret Invasion" and "Loki" series. While Disney denies the use of AI, the h...

In this enlightening episode, hosts Andrew Davis and Chris Branch delve into the significant realm of web scraping, an essential process for training generative AI models. They discuss the recent trend of websites locking down their backends to prevent data scraping, with a notable mention of the BBC's move to block third-party platforms from accessing its content. The conversation evolves into a...

In this engaging episode, hosts Andrew Davis and Chris Branch delve into the fascinating realm of Character AI, exploring its recent innovation that allows users to create group chats with real or fictional personas powered by generative AI. They discuss the potential impact of this technology, comparing it with Meta's ventures and hypothesizing about its application across various fields like mar...

Welcome to the "In A(i) Nutshell" podcast, your daily 10-minute dive into the world of generative AI without the tech jargon. Each episode, we spotlight trending topics that matter most to marketers, content creators, and the everyday person. Today's heated debate? The rising trend of social media platforms moving towards subscription models. Beyond the obvious financial incentives, how does AI fi...

Dive into the transformative world of generative AI on Spotify with "In A(i) Nutshell"! In this episode, Andrew Davis and Chris Branch unpack Spotify's newly announced AI-driven features set to redefine user experience. From AI DJs crafting perfect playlists to real-time language translation and voice cloning, the music-streaming giant is poised to create a more personalised and immersive experien...

In this episode of In A(i) Nutshell, Andrew and Chris delve into the intricate world of user loyalty, especially in the context of Gen AI platforms. As numerous companies vie for dominance in the AI sphere, what truly makes a user stick around? Is it their friends' presence, platform features, cost, or something more? The conversation meanders through examples from the world of social media, drawi...

In this episode, we delve deep into the structures behind the leading generative AI companies, focusing on three distinct models: open source, black box, and a hybrid approach. We provide insights on how the biggest names in image generation tools, like Stable Diffusion, Mid Journey, and Dali, are leveraging these structures. As we explore the merits and drawbacks of each, the discussion inevitabl...

"In A(i) Nutshell" delves deep into the everyday applications of generative AI, especially in the marketing realm. Hosted by Andrew Davis and Chris Branch, this episode unveils how big brands, like Cadbury's and IBM, are leveraging AI-driven audio to create innovative campaigns. From personalising birthday songs to dynamically generating sports commentary, the duo discusses these real-world exampl...