A Beginner's Guide to AI

• Teaching, Startups, and AI Beards: Mike Todasco on the Beautiful Chaos of the Now

  What happens when a curious finance guy joins PayPal and stumbles into the world of machine learning? You get Mike Todasco — someone who’s been riding the AI wave before it made headlines. In this episode, Mike shares why he thinks most businesses are already behind on AI, how teachers can use it to deeply personalize learning, and what skills will still matter even when the bots take over the boring stuff. From robot lawnmowers to AI-powered bedtime quizzes for kids, this conversation is full of practical insight and future-facing optimism.We also talk about the myth of the Terminator scenario, why software engineers are feeling the heat first, and how AI can help you learn German while driving your kid to school.Connect to Mike on LinkedIn and don't forget to get his newsletter on LinkedIn!---Also, while you are on it, don't forget to subscribe to our Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 😉Want to get in contact? Write me an email: [email protected] credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

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• The AI Human Paradox - What You Need to Know About the Future of Technology and Ethics

  AI strategist and upcoming author Bruce Randall jumps behind the mic to explore how artificial intelligence is colliding with everyday life—no coding degree required. Bruce unpacks his journey from software sales to earning an MIT “no-code data-science” certificate, and reveals why he’s writing The AI Human Paradox to give non-tech folks a crystal-clear roadmap through the jargon jungle of LLMs, brain-computer interfaces, and autonomous systems. We dig into the art (and science) of great prompting, the power—and peril—of Neuralink-style implants, and why “trust but verify” is Bruce’s golden rule for hallucination-free insights.You’ll hear practical wins for small businesses—from AI-powered chat-bots that rescue bad restaurant reviews to HR tools that actually boost morale—and learn how global pharma giant Sanofi slashes drug-development time with full-stack AI. We examine the ethics of AI-generated college papers, the very real risk of runaway super-intelligence, and Bruce’s optimistic blueprint for keeping humanity in the driver’s seat as machines get smarter. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a curious creator, or just wondering what “BCI” even means, this episode arms you with the mindset and resources to thrive in an AI-accelerated world.You can connect to Bruce on LinkedIn. If you want to know more about him, go to his podcasting portfolio page!---Tune in to get my thoughts, don't forget to subscribe to our Newsletter!Want to get in contact? Write me an email: [email protected] credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

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• 47% Human: Why AI Can't Replace Your Grandma's Recipe

  Ever wondered why robots still haven’t mastered grandma’s unbeatable cake recipe? Or why McDonald's AI-driven drive-thru ended up causing more chaos than convenience? In today's episode of A Beginner’s Guide to AI, Professor GePhardT dives into a fascinating reality: despite all the hype, 47% of tasks remain stubbornly, uniquely, and beautifully human. Explore why AI struggles with creativity, empathy, and ethical judgment—and why that's brilliant news for marketers and businesses. Filled with relatable stories, humorous misfires, and practical insights, this episode celebrates the human skills that machines simply can't replicate (at least, not yet!).Tune in to get my thoughts, don't forget to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠subscribe to our Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Want to get in contact? Write me an email: [email protected] podcast was generated with the help of ChatGPT, Mistral and Claude 3. We do fact-check with human eyes, but there still might be hallucinations in the output. And, by the way, it's read by an AI voice.Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

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• Will AI End Humanity? 3 Experts Share Their Thoughts On The AI Apocalypse

  Will the machines take over, will terminators exterminate us - or will we be in the Matrix, not knowing that the AI took over?What sounds funny at first, is not so funny at all: AI is quickly developing to levels nobody dreamed about 3 years ago.But is the threat from AI real? I asked 3 AI experts on their opinion and they say... but for that you'll have to listen to the podcast!My guests today are:- Kid Cox from Enate- Khalid Baker from SecondSelf AI- Bidhan Roy from Bagel--- Tune in to get my thoughts, and don't forget to ⁠⁠⁠subscribe to our Newsletter⁠⁠⁠! Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

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• Your Wisdom, Bottled: Dan Thompson Explains the Magic of the 'Wisdom Engine'

  What if your knowledge could stick around—forever? In this episode, Dan Thomson from Sensay returns to dive deep into the idea of digital replicas and the Wisdom Engine powering them. We explore how AI can extend your presence, answer your emails, prep your job interviews, and even preserve institutional knowledge after someone retires. Dan shares real-life examples—from HR bots to aging population companions—and explains why personalization is the real superpower of replicas. It's not just a productivity tool; it's a way to preserve human memory and decision-making across time zones, generations, and even lifespans.--- You can follow Dan on LinkedIn and if you want to know more about Wisdom Engines, go to the Sensay website 🚀---Tune in to get my thoughts, don't forget to subscribe to our Newsletter!Want to get in contact? Write me an email: [email protected] credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

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