

How I AI
Claire Vo
How I AI, hosted by Claire Vo, is for anyone wondering how to actually use these magical new tools to improve the quality and efficiency of their work. In each episode, guests will share a specific, practical, and impactful way they’ve learned to use AI in their work or life. Expect 30-minute episodes, live screen sharing, and tips/tricks/workflows you can copy immediately. If you want to demystify AI and learn the skills you need to thrive in this new world, this podcast is for you.
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Jul 28, 2025 • 47min
How Block’s custom AI agent supercharges every team, from sales to data to engineering | Jackie Brosamer & Brad Axen
Jackie Brosamer, VP of Engineering at Block, and Brad Axen, Principal Engineer, dive into Goose, Block’s open-source AI agent. They showcase how Goose transforms messy CSV data into visual reports, highlighting its ability to facilitate seamless integration with existing tools like Square. Discussions reveal practical workflows for empowering non-tech users and emphasize the importance of organizational transformation in AI adoption. The duo shares insights on scaling internal resources and the necessity of holistic solutions to extract maximum value from AI capabilities.

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Jul 21, 2025 • 45min
Successfully coding with AI in large enterprises: Centralized rules, workflows for tech debt, and training your team | Zach Davis (Director of Engineering at LaunchDarkly)
Zach Davis, Director of Engineering at LaunchDarkly, brings over 12 years of experience in building high-performing teams. He discusses how to effectively integrate AI tools in large engineering teams. Topics include creating centralized documentation, leveraging AI agents to manage technical debt, and improving hiring processes. Zach emphasizes developing structured coding practices to boost team confidence in AI decision-making. He also shares insights on enhancing developer experiences, optimizing workflows, and navigating the challenges of AI tools in software development.

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Jul 14, 2025 • 45min
How this PM streamlines 60k-page FDA submissions and saves millions with Claude, Streamlit, and clever AI workflows | Prerna Kaul
Prerna Kaul, a product and platform leader with over 14 years of experience in AI, shares her groundbreaking work at Panasonic Well. She reveals how she developed an AI system that automates 60,000-page FDA submissions, transforming months of work into mere minutes. Kaul explains the importance of transparency in AI cost management and how tools like Claude and Streamlit help non-technical teams. She also addresses ethical considerations in regulated industries, ensuring compliance while maximizing efficiency in life sciences.

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Jul 7, 2025 • 43min
Mastering ChatGPT: Advanced techniques for workplace communication and productivity | Hiten Shah
In this enlightening conversation, Hiten Shah, a serial founder known for his roles at Crazy Egg and KISSmetrics, reveals how to master ChatGPT as a personal coach and productivity booster. He discusses creating AI versions of your boss using operating manuals, and the significance of context for optimal AI outputs. Hiten shares strategies for generating customized sales scripts and the innovative ‘show it what great looks like’ technique. Learn how to balance temporary sessions for random queries while managing ChatGPT’s memory effectively.

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Jun 30, 2025 • 32min
How to build prototypes that actually look like your product | Colin Matthews (Product leader, AI prototyping instructor at Maven)
Colin Matthews, a product manager and AI prototyping instructor at Maven, shares his expertise in creating effective prototypes. He reveals a clever Chrome extension to extract code from any website and emphasizes building custom component libraries for brand consistency. Colin discusses how forking prototypes aids in efficient iteration and introduces structured AI prompting to enhance collaboration. He also explores innovative workflows that allow non-coders to develop functional components, stressing the importance of balancing structure with creative exploration.

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Jun 23, 2025 • 40min
How a 91-year-old vibe coded a complex event management system using Claude and Replit | John Blackman
John Blackman, a 91-year-old retired electrical engineer, impressively built an event management app for his church using Claude and Replit, all while embracing new technology. He discusses how he defined product requirements and automated processes to streamline event registrations. The app even generates personalized Impact Passports for participants! John shares insights about integrating third-party APIs and highlights the faster, functional results achieved by allowing AI to innovate freely without traditional constraints. It's a remarkable tale of lifelong learning!

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Jun 16, 2025 • 35min
A designer's guide to Cursor: How to build interactive prototypes with sound, explore visual styles, and transform data visualizations | Elizabeth Lin
Elizabeth Lin, an independent design educator and founder of design is a party, shares her insights on elevating design through the innovative tool Cursor. She discusses how to create interactive prototypes infused with sound, enhancing user experiences. Elizabeth reveals techniques for transforming ordinary designs into stunning visuals and emphasizes the importance of diverse inspiration sources. She also shares practical methods for integrating data-driven prototypes, facilitating a more efficient design workflow.

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Jun 9, 2025 • 36min
Gamma’s head of design shares how his small team uses AI to synthesize feedback, generate on-brand imagery, and maintain design quality while serving users in 60+ countries | Zach Leach
Zach Leach, head of design at Gamma, shares insights into utilizing AI for design efficiency. He discusses transforming multilingual user feedback into actionable insights using ChatGPT, which elevates user experience. Leach also reveals a creative workflow for on-brand imagery with Midjourney and highlights Replicate for instant background removal. The conversation dives into maintaining brand consistency across diverse markets and even explores how AI enhances the hiring process by crafting engaging job descriptions, blending creativity with efficiency.

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Jun 2, 2025 • 44min
The exact AI playbook (using MCPs, custom GPTs, Granola) that saved ElevenLabs $100k+ and helps them ship daily | Luke Harries (Head of Growth)
Luke Harries, Head of Growth at ElevenLabs, dives into how his company harnesses AI to revolutionize marketing workflows. He shares insights on creating polished case studies in minutes with AI transcription and building custom translation systems that save significant costs. Harries discusses using Model Context Protocols for WhatsApp integration and promoting an 'everything is a launch' mindset to maintain marketing momentum. He also emphasizes the importance of coding with AI tools to enhance productivity and create effective custom GPTs.

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May 26, 2025 • 35min
A 3-step AI coding workflow for solo founders | Ryan Carson (5x founder)
Ryan Carson, a five-time founder with two decades of experience, dives into leveraging AI for coding efficiency. He reveals a simple three-file system that transforms chaotic coding into a structured process. Carson discusses how to craft AI-generated product requirement documents that work effectively, using tools like Cursor for systematic feature building. He emphasizes the importance of context in speeding up AI development and explains how founders can create entire companies with minimal engineering teams.