AI and I

In this engaging discussion, Kieran Klaassen, General Manager at Cora, and Brandon Gell, Head of the Product Studio at Every, take us behind the scenes of their innovative AI email assistant, Cora. They reveal their unique journey, including memorable moments like using Cora at a retreat in Nice. The duo shares how Cora evolved from a conceptual prototype into a user-friendly tool that intelligently categorizes and summarizes emails. They also highlight Cora’s ability to draft replies and streamline email management, paving the way for stress-free communication.

Joe Hudson, a coach for OpenAI executives, discusses the emotional rollercoaster of creating AGI. He reveals how the anxiety of potentially being replaced by AI prompts profound self-reflection. Hudson highlights the parallels between personal growth and the transformative journey of AI development, emphasizing compassion and resilience. He also delves into emotional intelligence's role in decision-making, the significance of self-trust, and the balance between responsibility and love in navigating life's complexities. Hudson's insights encourage embracing uncertainty as a catalyst for transformation.

Kieran Klaassen, General Manager of Cora, and engineer Nityesh Agarwal discuss how they turbocharge productivity by integrating AI agents into their workflows. They share their success in shipping multiple features and updates in just one week by using tools like Claude Code. The duo highlights the transformative effects of AI on coding practices, improving efficiency in tasks such as diagnostics and project management. Kieran also ranks various AI coding assistants, showcasing the evolving landscape and practical applications of AI in software development.

Awais Aftab, a clinical assistant professor and editor at Conversations in Critical Psychiatry, shares his insights on the challenges within contemporary psychiatry. He discusses the complexities of diagnosing OCD, revealing how rigid categories often fall short. Awais highlights scientific pluralism, advocating for diverse theoretical perspectives in understanding mental health. Delving into AI's potential, he explores how it can enhance diagnosis and treatment, promising a more nuanced approach to human psychology.

Thomas Dohmke, CEO of GitHub, dives into the competitive landscape of AI coding tools, highlighting GitHub Copilot's impressive 15 million users. He discusses whether this user base is an advantage or a barrier in the AI coding arms race. Dohmke reveals insights on the launch of a new autonomous coding agent intended to enhance developer efficiency. He also addresses the challenges of balancing support for both AI-native developers and traditional users while predicting the future of software development in an AI-driven world.

Kevin Scott, Microsoft CTO with 41 years of programming experience, shares his insights on the future of AI agents and software engineering. He discusses the critical role of Model Context Protocol (MCP), likening it to HTTP for agents, and emphasizes the need for a secure yet open ecosystem for innovation. Scott highlights the importance of equipping agents with tools and real-time data to enhance their functionality. He also advocates for proactive interactions with AI to tackle complex tasks, blending security with creativity in AI development.

Alexander Embiricos, a product staff member at OpenAI, discusses the revolutionary Codex, an autonomous coding agent that can build features and fix bugs. He explains Codex’s user-friendly interface, designed for senior developers to streamline task delegation effectively. The conversation delves into OpenAI’s vision for a unified assistant that enhances programming, encourages an abundance mindset for managing tasks, and suggests a shift in developer roles towards more creative and strategic interactions with AI.

Will England, CEO and managing partner of Walleye Capital, a $10B hedge fund, dives deep into integrating AI into finance. He shares his bold move to make AI an essential part of operations, treating it like email. With 75% of his team using ChatGPT daily, he highlights how AI drives decision-making and journaling. Will discusses balancing AI efficiency with human critical thinking in writing, and the innovative 'data lake' concept for smarter organizational decisions, all while emphasizing the responsibility that comes with leveraging AI.

Join Nadia Asparouhova, a writer and researcher of technology and culture, as she shares her transformative journey through Jhana meditation. She details how this practice allowed her to silence her inner voice, challenging the idea that self-talk defines humanity. Nadia explores the evolving concept of self, informed by cultural changes, and discusses the complex relationship between humans and AI, pondering how we might be more like AI than we think. Her insights delve into emotion regulation, profound joy, and even ‘anti-memes’ shaping societal progress.

Sarah Tavel, a venture partner at Benchmark and former product manager at Pinterest, discusses the need for a social layer in AI tools like ChatGPT. She believes the next wave of consumer AI will harness social interactions to enhance user experiences. Drawing from her Pinterest experience, she emphasizes that product-driven founders will help bridge this gap. Tavel also shares her insights on identifying passionate founders and the importance of community in building successful AI products.