
The Aboard Podcast
Talking about AI doesn’t have to feel like the end of the world.
Join Rich Ziade, Paul Ford, and their guests as they discuss how AI is changing software development, business strategy—and everything else. New episodes every Tuesday.
Latest episodes

Nov 14, 2023 • 23min
Old Skills Never Die
Has Angular gone the way of the automat? Paul and Rich discuss how hard it is to give up on a programming language that's fallen out of fashion—especially when it's as much a part of your identity as your day-to-day work. Plus: An ode to bananas, nature's perfect creation.

Nov 7, 2023 • 35min
AI vs. the Feds
Paul gives Rich an overview of where AI is these days, from Biden's regulations to Chinese lovelorn bot mistresses. It's an interesting, messy moment as global legislation starts to take shape, new features drop daily, and the world is left to figure it all out. Meanwhile, the podcast's slow journey towards AV quality continues.

Oct 31, 2023 • 23min
How Not to Get Sued
Paul and Rich take on an evergreen: How not to get sued! NOT LEGAL ADVICE. But what are the obvious steps that you can take when you start a business in order to avoid getting sued? Includes a massive bait-and-switch, plus some really fun insurance thoughts. NOT LEGAL ADVICE.

Oct 24, 2023 • 22min
ChatGPT and We
Rich and Paul struggle with video technology as they seek to jam the podcast into YouTube, but limp across the line with a whole podcast. Briefly digressing and explaining themselves, they proceed to discuss AI, namely sexy robots (they're against), using a complicated metaphor involving WordPerfect 5.1—definitely something Gen Z will connect with—and what's good about ChatGPT. Rich closes it by predicting an almost inevitable nightmare scenario where giant AI platform companies will use their advantages to destroy society without even trying. Listen to find out how! Good times! Brought to you by Aboard.

Oct 5, 2023 • 12min
2023-10-04. Bon Voyage
Join our journey as our sponsor swallows us whole! This podcast has now morphed into the Aboard Podcast. Rich and Paul will uphold the same spirit and will be entering the YouTube realm – catch the hosts' faces and join the adventure! Sign up, reach out, and get on mobile to be part of Aboard.

Oct 3, 2023 • 28min
2023-10-03. AI Checkin
Rich and Paul checkin on AI! They discuss the sweet spot where AI excels in streamlining tasks but falls short in capturing the intention and meaning woven into human expression. This podcast is sponsored by Aboard, it uses amazing AI technology to tame the web’s wildest data, clean up your tabs, and help you get things done fast—solo or with others.

Sep 28, 2023 • 28min
2023-09-28. Amazon Antitrust
In this episode Rich and Paul unravel the legal battles around Amazon's market dominance. Discover how its built in tactics affect small sellers, reshape prices, and redefine the game, leaving us all pondering who truly controls the online marketplace. This podcast episode is sponsored by Aboard.

Sep 26, 2023 • 24min
2023-09-26. Turnarounds
Join our latest episode where Rich and Paul uncover the secrets of remarkable company turnarounds! Discover how visionary leadership and unwavering brand commitment transformed struggling businesses into industry titans. Speaking of pivots... check out our sponsor for this podcast - Aboard.

Sep 21, 2023 • 26min
2023-09-21. Onboarding
In this episode Rich and Paul delve into the importance of onboarding to learn the skills of the app, and turn the users to regular users. This podcast episode is sponsored by Aboard.

Sep 19, 2023 • 21min
2023-09-19. Websites
In this episode Rich and Paul solve it - they solved websites! They discuss whether or not your business needs a website, and offer advice on what platforms to use. This podcast episode is sponsored by Aboard.