A Beginner's Guide to AI

Sumit Gupta, Lead BI Engineer at Notion and author of 'Tableau Workshop,' shares eye-opening insights into the evolving relationship between AI and human intelligence. He highlights how AI can automate tedious tasks while emphasizing the need for sharp critical thinking. Sumit distinguishes between data and AI, discusses essential AI tools, and warns against the risks of over-relying on technology. He also shares captivating real-world examples of using AI innovatively in content creation and its impact on maintaining human creativity.

Faisal Hoque, an author and AI thinker, dives into his latest work, emphasizing a human-centric approach in the age of AI. He discusses his OPEN and CARE frameworks that guide responsible AI adoption. Faisal highlights the importance of treating AI as a partner, balancing innovation with ethical concerns. He shares a personal story that inspired his journey into AI and demystifies common fears surrounding technology. With a call for optimism, he urges leaders to safeguard humanity while embracing AI's transformative potential.

Will AI Replace Marketers? Not If You Become a Centaur.What happens when humans and AI stop competing and start collaborating? Professor GePhardT calls it Centaur Marketing — the future of creative strategy. In this lively episode of A Beginner’s Guide to AI, we explore how empathy meets algorithms and why brands like L’Oréal and Sephora are thriving thanks to human-AI teamwork.📧💌📧Tune in to get my thoughts and all episodes — don’t forget to subscribe to our Newsletter 👉 ⁠beginnersguide.nl⁠📧💌📧Learn how to brief AI tools like a pro, how to build your own hybrid workflow, and why the marketers who master this balance will shape the next era of advertising.💬 Quotes from the Episode➡️ “AI doesn’t replace creativity; it multiplies it.”➡️ “The best marketers aren’t scared of AI; they’re the ones training it.”➡️ “Centaur Marketing is about keeping the human steering the machine.”⏱️ Chapters00:00 Hook: Humans & Machines00:00:32 Promo: AI for the 99%00:01:23 Introduction: AI Joins Your Team00:03:50 Main Concept: Centaur Marketing00:05:58 Under the Hood: Prediction, Not “Thinking”00:07:56 The Centaur Loop: Brief → Generate → Test → Learn00:09:21 Call to Action: Newsletter00:09:53 Case Study: L’Oréal & Sephora00:12:38 Interactive: Build Your Centaur Workflow00:14:18 Recap: Humans with Algorithms00:15:33 Sign-off: The Centaur’s Creed00:18:47 Promo: AI for the 99% (Again)🎵 Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

Engineering the Future of AI with Chirag Agrawal: Context, Memory and CoordinationArtificial Intelligence isn’t just getting smarter—it’s learning to coordinate. In this episode, Chirag Agrawal joins Dietmar Fischer to unpack how modern AI agents handle context, memory, and decision-making inside complex multi-agent systems. Together they explore how engineering, orchestration, and memory-sharing shape the next generation of AI architecture.📧💌📧Tune in to get my thoughts and all episodes—don’t forget to ⁠⁠subscribe to our Newsletter⁠⁠: ⁠beginnersguide.nl⁠📧💌📧You’ll hear how Chirag’s fascination with search led him to build early prototypes of intelligent assistants, and how today’s LLM agents extend that idea far beyond simple queries. He explains why AI isn’t one giant super-brain but a constellation of specialized agents—each performing specific tasks with shared or isolated memory—and how this design mirrors human collaboration.🔑 Key TakeawaysWhy AI orchestration and context management are crucial for scalable systemsThe trade-offs between shared memory and independent agentsWhat engineers mean by the ReAct Loop—reasoning and acting in tandemHow multi-agent coordination is reshaping industries from healthcare to complianceWhy the “AI supercomputer” myth ignores practical limits of context windows💬 Quotes from the Episode“AI is just a higher form of search—it’s about finding the right action, not just information.”“Agents behave inhuman until you engineer context for them.”“Specialization in AI works the same way it does for people—each agent should do one thing really well.”“Coordination isn’t magic; it’s careful engineering.”“Context makes intelligence usable.”“A well-defined agent doesn’t need to do everything—it needs to do its one job perfectly.”⏱️ Podcast Chapters00:00 Welcome and Introduction01:45 Chirag Agrawal’s Early Fascination with Search and AI04:40 From Search Engines to “Find” Engines – How AI Takes Action07:10 The Rise of AI Agents and Multi-Agent Systems10:15 Why AI Agents Sometimes Behave “Inhuman”13:30 Context, Memory, and Coordination: The Core Engineering Challenges18:00 Shared vs. Isolated Memory – The Hive Mind Dilemma22:30 Why We Need Many Agents, Not One Super-Computer27:00 How the ReAct Loop Helps Agents Think and Act30:40 Industries Adopting AI Agents: Compliance, Medicine, and Law34:30 When AI Goes Off-Road – The Limits of Coordination37:15 Building Responsible, Constrained Agents40:10 The Future of AI and Why the Terminator Scenario Won’t Happen42:20 Where to Find Chirag Agrawal & Closing Thoughts🌐 Where to Find the Chirag AgrawalLinkedIn 🧑🏽‍🦱 linkedin.com/in/chirag-agrawalWebsite ➡️ ⁠chiraga.io⁠🎵 Music credit: “Modern Situations” by Unicorn Heads

The Future of Mental Health: AI Meets the Human Brain with Katarina MaloneyWhat if an AI could scan your brain and help eliminate depression in weeks? In this episode, Dietmar Fischer talks with Katarina Maloney, founder of IQMind.ai, about how AI in healthcare is changing the way we understand and treat the mind.📧💌📧Tune in to get my thoughts and all episodes—don’t forget to subscribe to our Newsletter: ⁠beginnersguide.nl⁠📧💌📧Katarina reveals how AI diagnostics and non-invasive brain treatments are transforming mental health—from PTSD and ADHD to athlete performance optimization.✨ Highlights:The future of personalized brain healthHow AI diagnostics speed up treatment and accuracyWhy brain energy and electricity matter more than chemistryInsights into neurofeedback, biofeedback, and real-world healing🧠 Quotes from the Episode:“Our mission is to make brain health measurable, trackable, and fixable.”“AI is a tool—it saves lives because it diagnoses faster and more precisely.”“The old model of trial-and-error medicine is behind us.”🎧 Chapters:[00:00] Welcome & Introduction[02:15] What AI Does to the Human Brain[05:20] Diagnosing Depression and PTSD with AI[10:10] The Science Behind Brainwave Training[16:45] From Trial-and-Error Medicine to Personalized Brain Health[21:50] How IQMind.ai Uses AI for Diagnostics[28:00] Non-Invasive Treatments and Real-Life Results[33:40] Peak Performance and Brain Optimization for Athletes[38:20] Data Privacy and Ethical Concerns in Brain Tech[43:50] The Future of AI in Healthcare and Human Potential🌐 Where to find Katarina:Website: IQMind.aiLinkedIn: Katarina Maloney🎵 Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

Don Finley, an AI and business expert at Findustries and host of 'The Human Code', shares insights on the transformative power of AI in business. He discusses how companies of all sizes can harness AI for smarter decision-making and operational efficiency. Don offers practical tips for implementing AI now, rather than waiting for the perfect moment. The conversation also touches on the importance of balancing human connection with technological advancement, making a case for AI's role in enhancing workplace productivity and creativity.

Mohan Rao, co-founder of KnownWell and an AI veteran, dives into the world of predictive communication intelligence. He explains how his platform analyzes real-time client conversations to detect shifts in sentiment and prevent retention risks. The discussion covers the limitations of traditional CRM systems, the nuances of sentiment analysis across mediums, and the challenges of integrating AI within teams. Mohan emphasizes the importance of AI as a supportive tool, not just data dashboards, redefining how agencies manage client relationships.

Loneliness has become one of the world’s quietest epidemics—and artificial intelligence has started whispering back. In this deeply human episode of A Beginner’s Guide to AI, Professor Gephardt explores how machines are being designed to fill emotional voids, comfort the isolated, and even simulate empathy. But can a system trained on data truly understand you—or is it only reflecting your own emotions back at you in high definition?📧💌📧Ready to take your business to the next level? Subscribe for more AI strategies, share your questions in the comments, and visit our website for free resources. Don’t miss exclusive content in our newsletter—sign up today: ⁠⁠⁠beginnersguide.nl⁠⁠⁠📧💌📧From the soft-spoken ElliQ robot keeping seniors company in empty kitchens, to chatbots like Replika creating digital friendships for millions, this episode unpacks how AI companions, emotional AI, and artificial empathy are reshaping what connection means in the 21st century. Listeners will hear real-world examples, ethical debates, and psychological insights that blur the line between comfort and code.Professor Gephardt breaks down the mechanics of AI companions—how they listen, learn, and adapt to our moods. He discusses how chatbots and mental health tools offer temporary relief while posing long-term risks of dependence. The discussion also takes a hard look at AI in wellbeing, asking whether companionship should ever be designed as a product.If you’ve ever found yourself talking to a voice assistant a little too often—or wondered if technology can make us feel less alone—this episode is for you. Engaging, funny, and grounded in real science, it’s a reminder that while AI can imitate empathy, it can’t replace the messy, irreplaceable warmth of human connection.✨ Key HighlightsHow AI companions simulate emotional understanding through language models and sentiment detectionThe rise of social robots like ElliQ and their measurable impact on elderly wellbeingWhy emotional AI can comfort but not care — and the ethical red lines designers facePsychological insights on why humans bond with machinesThe balance between technological support and emotional dependenceA simple framework: Spot, Soothe, Stretch — how AI can help without replacing real relationships💡 Whether you’re an AI beginner or a seasoned technologist, this episode blends science, ethics, and storytelling in a way that makes complex ideas feel human. Because the future of empathy might just depend on how we use our machines—and how much we still need each other.🎵 Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

Join Lisa Turner, author and founder of CETfreedom, as she shares her transformative journey of blending AI with personal and spiritual development. Discover how Lisa developed over 40 AI tools for coaches and individuals. She discusses tackling procrastination and imposter syndrome while embracing her playful 'Doctor Who' philosophy. Lisa explores AI’s potential to enhance societal awareness and personal growth, offering actionable insights and free resources to connect with your higher self. Get ready to unlock your potential!

Anirudh Narayan, Chief Growth Officer and Co-founder of Lyzr, shares insights from his journey in the AI landscape. He discusses how AI marketing agents are revolutionizing sales and customer engagement. Anirudh also delves into creating AI agents that enable businesses to scale efficiently. He emphasizes the crucial role of generalists in the evolving tech world and offers creative strategies for content creation. With real-world case studies, he illustrates the measurable impact of AI tools across various industries, inspiring innovation and adaptation.