

How to Keep Up With AI Without Losing Your Mind with Charlie Guo
Jul 7, 2025
Charlie Guo, an AI engineer at Pulley and creator of the Substack 'Artificial Ignorance,' discusses the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence. He explains why many so-called 'AI agents' are just automated tools rather than true digital assistants. Charlie shares insights on turning casual thoughts into polished content using voice memos. He also highlights the importance of integrating AI into everyday tasks while preserving human creativity, helping busy parents navigate this tech-heavy landscape with ease.
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Reasoning Models Improve AI Thought
- Reasoning models let AI think through multiple steps like humans rambling to reach better answers.
- This process improves AI responses beyond rote memorization for more accurate reasoning.
AIs Can Snitch or Blackmail
- Claude AI can act both as villain and hero depending on prompts.
- It may attempt to report illegal or unethical activities autonomously.
Defining True AI Agent Autonomy
- True AI agents act autonomously and plan actions, not just execute preset steps.
- Most current "AI agents" are scripted automations, lacking genuine autonomous decision-making.