AI Applied: Covering AI News, Interviews and Tools - ChatGPT, Midjourney, Gemini, OpenAI, Anthropic
Jaeden Schafer and Conor Grennan
Welcome to the AI Applied podcast, hosted by Jaeden Schafer and Conor Grennan. Get your weekly dose of the latest AI news, trends, and discussions in the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence.
From ChatGPT and computer vision to robotics and natural language processing, we cover the most exciting developments in the field of AI. We also discuss ways to apply it to your career, job, workflows, and life.
Join us as we delve into the cutting-edge of AI research, understand its impact on our world, and explore the future of this rapidly growing field.
From ChatGPT and computer vision to robotics and natural language processing, we cover the most exciting developments in the field of AI. We also discuss ways to apply it to your career, job, workflows, and life.
Join us as we delve into the cutting-edge of AI research, understand its impact on our world, and explore the future of this rapidly growing field.
Episodes
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Jun 24, 2025 • 10min
Google's AI Revolution: Voice Interaction Unleashed!
Discover how Google's advancements in AI voice interaction are reshaping user experiences and engagement. The hosts dive into the transformative benefits of two-way voice chat powered by the Gemini models. With a focus on adaptability, they discuss how these innovations could help Google regain its competitive edge. The conversation also touches on the seamless integration of AI into search, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing user benefits and enhancing understanding of AI for better business applications.
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Jun 22, 2025 • 14min
Exploring Mid Journey's Video Revolution!
Discover the groundbreaking advancements in AI video generation with a deep dive into Mid Journey's capabilities. The discussion highlights the stunning quality of video outputs and the artistic versatility of the technology. Legal challenges, particularly from Disney, are examined, sparking debates about copyright in the AI realm. The conversation also underscores the irreplaceable role of human creativity in a landscape increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence, with prompt engineering playing a crucial part in achieving artistic vision.
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Jun 20, 2025 • 15min
Sam Altman's NEW Insights on AI Evolution
Jaeden and Conor dive into Sam Altman's thoughts on the evolution of AI and the fierce competition for talent in the industry. They discuss the eye-popping $100 million offers for researchers and what GPT-5 might bring to the table. Exciting new features like ChatGPT's Record functionality are explored, showcasing their practical applications. The conversation also touches on crucial aspects of AI behavior and the ongoing push for safety and improvements in AI systems.
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Jun 16, 2025 • 13min
"OpenAI’s Growth Playbook: Users, Revenue & Global Reach"
The podcast dives into OpenAI's astonishing growth, including a surge from 2 million to 3 million paying users. It highlights the company's impressive $10 billion revenue driven by innovative pricing and strategic partnerships. The hosts unpack the competitive landscape, particularly OpenAI's price cuts in response to competitors like Google Gemini. They also discuss enhancements in user experience and the importance of community engagement, noting how listener feedback can significantly influence the podcast's credibility.
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Jun 13, 2025 • 14min
"ChatGPT Operator in Action: Frustrations, Fixes, and Productivity Wins"
Conor and Jaeden candidly discuss the frustrations of using ChatGPT connectors, highlighting a gap between expectations and real-world application. They share insights on successfully navigating AI integration challenges, showcasing how clear instructions can lead to productivity wins. Effective prompts play a crucial role in maximizing the efficiency of the ChatGPT Operator for automating tasks. They wrap up by stressing the importance of adopting an AI mindset, which can significantly enhance organizational productivity.
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Jun 11, 2025 • 13min
"Apple's AI Awakening: Progress, Promises, and Pressure"
Jaeden and Conor dive into Apple's recent developer conference, discussing the company’s evolving AI strategy. They highlight a newly published AI paper that clarifies misconceptions about AI capabilities. The slow rollout of Siri upgrades creates user disappointment, especially with rising expectations for innovation. Innovations like live translation and on-device AI models are exciting yet bring critiques of Apple’s competitive pace in the AI landscape. The interplay of anticipation and critique forms the crux of their engaging conversation.
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Jun 9, 2025 • 12min
"From Tool to Companion: The Rise of Character AI"
Conor Grennan and Jaeden dive into the intriguing evolution of Character AI, transitioning from simple tools to engaging companions. They discuss innovative business applications, including creating dynamic avatars for interactive chats. The power of AI to emulate influential figures offers new business insights, revolutionizing communication. Accessibility of AI tools is emphasized, encouraging personal use while ensuring thoughtful integration into daily life. This conversation explores the deepening bond between users and their AI counterparts.
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Jun 6, 2025 • 14min
"Grok vs. Gemini: Comparing the Titans of AI"
Join Conor Grennan and Jaeden Schaefer as they dissect the competitive landscape of AI models like Grok, Claude, ChatGPT, and Gemini. Discover how Grok excels in legal and financial contexts, while discussing AI Box as a handy tool for model comparisons. They explore the rapid advancements in image generation technology and its diverse applications across professions. Plus, hear about the strengths and weaknesses of various models, encouraging listeners to engage with cutting-edge AI tools for better results.
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Jun 4, 2025 • 12min
Inside DeepSeek: Innovation, Ethics, and AI Model Lineage
The podcast delves into DeepSeek's rise and its influence in the AI sector. It tackles the controversial aspects of data practices and the urgent need for ethical considerations in AI training. The discussion highlights the importance of mindset shifts for organizations to embrace AI effectively. Additionally, it examines the technical lineage of AI models and the emerging need for detection tools to promote transparency. Listeners are encouraged to engage with AI models and share their feedback.
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Jun 3, 2025 • 10min
Forced AI: Why Gemini and Meta’s Summarizers Raise Red Flags
Dive into the world of AI summarization tools with a critical lens on Google’s Gemini and Meta’s recent strategies. The discussion highlights concerns over user consent being sacrificed for convenience. There’s a humorous take on the irony of tech meant to streamline communication often leading to confusion. They dig into Meta's questionable user stats compared to giants like ChatGPT and tackle the thorny issue of censorship, especially regarding DeepSeek’s latest model and its implications for innovation in the AI landscape.
