A Beginner's Guide to AI
Rated, Ranked, Rejected: Inside the World of AI Social Scoring
Imagine living life under constant evaluation—your behaviours, choices, and even friendships scrutinised and scored by artificial intelligence. Sounds dystopian, doesn’t it? Well, it’s already here. --- A message from our Sponsor : Sensay creates AI-powered digital replicas to preserve and share individual and organizational knowledge, turning it into scalable, sustainable, and autonomous wisdom. Visit Sensay at Sensay.io And listen to Dan, Sensay s CEO and founder, in this episode ! --- In this episode of A Beginner’s Guide to AI , Professor Gephardt pulls back the curtain on AI-driven social scoring systems. Learn how algorithms quietly judge our worthiness, shaping our opportunities and even our rights. We’ll unpack China’s controversial Social Credit System, highlight ethical dilemmas around privacy and discrimination, and discover how the EU is fighting to protect fundamental human rights. And don’t worry—we ve got a tasty cake metaphor to make things crystal clear! --- Tune in to get my thoughts, don t forget to subscribe to our Newsletter ! Want to get in contact? Write me an email: podcast@argo.berlin --- This podcast was generated with the help of ChatGPT 4.5 and , Mistral. 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
6 apr. 2025 - 20 min 37 sec
How AI is Revolutionizing Coding: From Programmer to Manager - The Grigorij Dudnik Interview
Do we still need programmers in the age of AI? In this episode, I sit down with Grigorij Dudnik, creator of Clean Coder AI —an agent-based AI framework that aims to transform how we build software. We dive deep into the future of programming, where AI agents take over the repetitive tasks and senior developers act more like managers than coders. Grigorij breaks down how his open-source tool works, how it s already being used in real-world web applications, and why separating AI agent roles (planner, coder, manager) actually boosts performance—just like in human teams. --- A message from our Sponsor : Sensay creates AI-powered digital replicas to preserve and share individual and organizational knowledge, turning it into scalable, sustainable, and autonomous wisdom. Visit Sensay at Sensay.io And listen to Dan, Sensay s CEO and founder, in this episode ! --- We also talk about the startup that inspired it all: a heartfelt project to preserve memories of loved ones. Plus, there s some philosophical reflection on AI s potential risks—not in a Terminator way, but in a we re all getting too lazy kind of way. And yes, there’s even a robot powered by a Raspberry Pi that makes moral decisions. This episode is packed with insights, stories, and some wild but real visions of the near future. Get in contact with Grigorij, ask him anything about AI and programming, on LinkedIn 🚀 And look at the Clean Coder AI on GitHub - don t forget to rate the project 🤖 --- Tune in to get my thoughts, don t forget to subscribe to our Newsletter ! Want to get in contact? Write me an email: podcast@argo.berlin Music credit: Modern Situations by Unicorn Heads
4 apr. 2025 - 48 min 29 sec
Unleashing AI: How Data is Fuelling a Digital Revolution: The Zain Shah Interview
In this episode, I sit down with Zain Shah, CEO and founder of ZEED , a data and AI strategy consulting firm based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Zain shares how companies often chase shiny AI tools without aligning them to business goals—and why that approach usually fails. --- A message from our Sponsor : Sensay creates AI-powered digital replicas to preserve and share individual and organizational knowledge, turning it into scalable, sustainable, and autonomous wisdom. Visit Sensay at Sensay.io And listen to Dan, Sensay s CEO and founder, in this episode ! --- We talk about what actually works when introducing AI into traditional organizations, from aligning data with business strategy to navigating internal politics and building trust across departments. Zain also explains how he sees AI evolving across industries like healthcare, logistics, and finance, and why starting small with pilots might be the smartest move a company can make. Plus, we get into some real talk about education, writing with AI, and whether the Matrix scenario is really something to worry about. Want to connect to Zain? Go to his LinkedIn 🚀 Or go directly to ZEED and see how they can help you! --- Tune in to get my thoughts, don t forget to subscribe to our Newsletter ! Want to get in contact? Write me an email: podcast@argo.berlin Music credit: Modern Situations by Unicorn Heads
2 apr. 2025 - 45 min 09 sec
Your Smartphone is Enough! How Amer Tadayon's Lucihub is Reinventing Corporate Videos
In this episode, we explore how AI is revolutionising the world of video production—without replacing the humans behind the magic. Our guest, Amer Tadayon, is a seasoned tech-media hybrid who takes us inside Lucyhub , a next-gen video platform that blends cloud tech, promptless AI tools, and real human editors to deliver professional-quality corporate videos at lightning speed and scale. We talk about how this hybrid model makes previously impossible projects suddenly affordable—from global HR training videos to nonprofit storytelling—while keeping creativity at the core. You’ll hear how smartphones and smart workflows are powering everything from internal comms to partner testimonials, and why AI isn't replacing editors... it's helping them become better storytellers. Oh, and yes, we even get into live music in Las Vegas, musicians using AI, and whether a Terminator future is already here. This one’s packed—don’t miss it! Connect to Amer and Lucyhub: His Podcast "Makers N Jam" is on YouTube And you can start making great video content at Lucihub ! --- Tune in to get my thoughts, don't forget to subscribe to our Newsletter ! Want to get in contact? Write me an email: podcast@argo.berlin 🎵 Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads
31 mars 2025 - 41 min 26 sec
Your AI Just Got a Reality Check—Say Hello to RAG!
Ever had an awkward moment when your AI confidently delivered information that was, let s just say, a bit outdated? Well, you re in luck—today we re diving deep into Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), the game-changing technique that keeps AI sharp, accurate, and impressively up-to-date. --- Visit our fantastic sponsor SEMA and get $50 for 15 minutes of your precious time: https://www.semasoftware.com/get-in-touch --- Professor Gephardt explains exactly how RAG lets AI dynamically fetch real-time knowledge, ensuring smarter, more reliable, and downright more trustworthy results. You ll get the lowdown through relatable examples (yes, cake is involved!), discover how RAG is transforming healthcare decisions, and find out how to start experimenting with this powerful technique yourself. It s AI, but smarter—and much less embarrassing! Tune in to get my thoughts, don t forget to subscribe to our Newsletter ! Want to get in contact? Write me an email: podcast@argo.berlin --- This 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
29 mars 2025 - 16 min 10 sec
Unlocking AI's Potential: Insights from Tech Pioneer Dave Martin
In this episode, we sit down with Silicon Valley veteran Dave Martin — a former IBM engineer, serial tech CEO, and author of MegaThinking: How to Think Smarter . With decades of experience riding the waves of technological transformation, Dave shares why AI isn’t just another tech trend — it’s a 100x shift that will redefine everything from software to healthcare, media, and education. We explore how to simplify complexity through Dave’s “greatest thoughts” framework — a thinking tool that helps anyone, from busy parents to AI-curious marketers, make sense of overwhelming topics. Dave breaks down how AI can be understood, applied, and embraced — even by those who feel left behind. We also talk about fear, ethics, AI in warfare, and why the Terminator scenario probably isn't around the corner. From stories about building a Ukrainian pediatric AI tool to reflections on how thinking (and even love) sets us apart from machines — this is one of our most wide-ranging and thought-provoking conversations yet. To get all the info about Dave's book, go to MegathinkingBook.com Or get it directly on Amazon.com You can also write him an email 🚀 --- Tune in to get my thoughts, don't forget to subscribe to our Newsletter ! Want to get in contact? Write me an email: podcast@argo.berlin Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads 🎵
27 mars 2025 - 59 min 55 sec
Why Every Artist Needs AI - Or Risks Being Left Behind: The Troy Plota Interview
In this episode, I m chatting with Troy, a celebrated fashion and celebrity photographer who transformed his passion for visual storytelling into a pioneering journey through AI. We dive deep into how AI is reshaping the creative landscape, making professional-level artistry accessible to everyone—no big budgets or massive teams required. Troy shares his inspiring journey from capturing groundbreaking digital photography to founding Plutoverse, a revolutionary AI-driven social platform for creators. Listen as Troy demystifies tools like Midjourney, Runway, and HyperAI, highlighting how even absolute beginners can quickly turn their ideas into stunning visuals and captivating videos. We explore how creators can effortlessly enhance their art, monetize their passions, and build genuine connections without battling restrictive algorithms. We also touch upon the future possibilities—and pitfalls—of AI. Will it truly empower humanity’s creativity, or should we fear its unchecked power? Troy s perspective might surprise you. Get the Plotaverse App on iOS or on Android (coming soon). Or simply go to the Plotaverse website 🚀 Tune in to get my thoughts, and don t forget to subscribe to our Newsletter ! Want to get in contact? Write me an email: podcast@argo.berlin Music credit: Modern Situations by Unicorn Heads
25 mars 2025 - 34 min 47 sec
The Eliza Effect: Why Humans Open Up to Machines - and Confess Everything!
Ever felt like your chatbot truly understands your feelings? Welcome to the fascinating world of the Eliza Effect ! --- Visit this episode's sponsor and download their app: MillionaireMatch! And here's a special offer just for you -use the referral code "EX10" when you sign up! -- In today's lively episode of A Beginner's Guide to AI , Professor GePhardT explores why we humans so easily attribute genuine empathy and intelligence to simple computer programs. Discover the quirky 1960s origins of ELIZA—the chatbot that started it all—and why, even decades later, we still fall for AI’s emotional tricks. Using engaging examples, from friendly bakery touchscreens to advanced chatbots like Google's LaMDA, we'll uncover both the amusing and potentially serious consequences of mistaking AI's clever scripts for real human understanding. Tune in for insightful stories, practical exercises, and a healthy dose of humour to help you critically evaluate AI interactions and truly grasp their limits. Because behind every empathetic AI lies not a beating heart—but a well-designed algorithm. Get my thoughts: don't forget to subscribe to our Newsletter ! Want to get in contact? Write me an email: podcast@argo.berlin This 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
23 mars 2025 - 17 min 56 sec
Why Most Startups Fail - And How AI Can Change That: The David Hirschfeld Interview
In this episode, software veteran David Hirschfeld shares vivid insights into the rapidly approaching wave of AI transformation in tech, startups, and daily life. Drawing on his 35-year experience building successful software businesses, David paints a striking metaphor of a 100-foot rogue wave—representing the disruptive power of AI—forcing companies to either reinvent themselves or risk obsolescence. We discuss why startups frequently fail due to inadequate market validation, and how David s unique Launch First methodology dramatically boosts startup success by rigorously testing market demand before building products. Discover the critical importance of distinguishing between customer needs and wants, why pre-launch sales can be game-changing, and how AI tools can make this meticulous validation process faster and cheaper. Plus, David reveals his bold predictions about self-driving cars, transportation revolutions, and why he believes multi-story parking garages will soon become obsolete. He shares his thoughts on the future roles of software developers, the evolving job landscape due to AI, and even the philosophical implications of conscious AI. If you have a startup and want to reach David, you can write him: david@tekyz.com Or connect with him on LinkedIn ! Davids Podcast, Scaling Smarter, will be publilshed here: ScalingSmarter --- Tune in to get my thoughts, don t forget to subscribe to our Newsletter ! Want to get in contact? Write me an email: podcast@argo.berlin Music credit: Modern Situations by Unicorn Heads
21 mars 2025 - 58 min 23 sec
Types of AI: Narrow AI vs. General AI vs. Superintelligent AI // 4.5 REPOST
Had to repost this episode, as I now had a ChatGPT 4.5 preview and the quality of the content is at least one level higher than ChatGPT 4, which I used before 🚀 --- AI isn’t just one thing—it comes in different flavours, from simple task-doers to the mind-bending idea of superintelligent machines that might one day outthink us all. In this episode, we break down the three key types of AI : Narrow AI , which powers your favourite voice assistants and recommendation engines; General AI , the still-unrealised dream of machines that think like humans; and Superintelligent AI , the mind-blowing concept of an intelligence that could surpass us in every way. --- Visit our fantastic sponsor SEMA and get $50 for 15 minutes of your precious time: https://www.semasoftware.com/get-in-touch --- Through real-world examples like IBM’s Watson on Jeopardy! and DeepMind’s AlphaGo, we explore where AI stands today—and where it might be headed. Will AI ever become self-aware? Should we be excited or terrified? And why does Siri struggle with even the simplest life advice? Tune in to get my thoughts, and don't forget to subscribe to our Newsletter ! Want to get in contact? Write me an email: podcast@argo.berlin This podcast was generated with the help of ChatGPT 4.5, 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.
19 mars 2025 - 20 min 35 sec