Hard Fork AI Episode 1,001: AI Understanding I Wish I Had Earlier
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Dec 12, 2025 Reflecting on his journey, Jaeden shares invaluable insights gained after 1,001 discussions. From a name change for safety to embracing mistakes, he emphasizes the user-centric mission of AI. Consistency proves to be more important than talent in growth. Gratitude abounds for the community and contributors who shaped his path. Looking ahead, he expresses excitement for future AI advancements and the impact they'll have on people's lives.
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Humble Podcast Origins
- Jaeden Schafer recounts launching his podcast in ChatGPT's early days to learn and attract users for AI Box.
- He used rapid episode production and simple mic setups to grow the show from scratch into a large audience.
Rapid Episode Spurts
- Jaeden describes posting many daily episodes early on, sometimes ten a day, covering every AI news story.
- He leveraged ChatGPT for FAQ-style episodes to accelerate growth and reach new listeners.
AI Is Human-Centered
- AI's value depends on the people using it and the problems they solve with it.
- Builders and users both remain humble, iterating as models fail and improve through feedback loops.