Kristopher Overholt

Think Like a Human, Act Like an Agent

Technology EN ↓ 2 episodes

How do we build AI tools and agents that extend human ingenuity instead of just mimicking it? This podcast is for builders, thinkers, and engineers who are trying to navigate generative AI and agentic era of technology. Each episode dives into the real-world challenges—from messy engineering to cognitive science. Grounded in decades of experience in science, engineering, and open source, this podcast focus on what works, what doesn't, and how we can make this generation of tools and apps better and more robust than the last.

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Kristopher Overholt

Episodes

On Wrenches and Flamethrowers: The Mechanics and Engineering Behind AI Agents 13.07.2025 43:34

What do stress testing and overhauling of jet aircraft engines have in common with designing, building, and running AI agents? More than you might think! In a world of parallel agent workflows and stochastic testing, this conversation puts artificial intelligence and agentic workflows in the context of hands-on engineering and mechanical experiences. Join Kris, drawing on his background as a civil...

Your New Lab Partner is an AI Agent 04.07.2025 1:08:47

Are the latest AI agent tools a real revolution, or are we just "trading one set of questions for another?" Kris and Eric dive into the practical realities of AI agents. They explore the idea that technology moves in "generational cycles," comparing the current AI boom to the rise of the technology stack and discussing the familiar feelings of frustration and excitement that come with any new para...