A Beginner's Guide to AI

In this episode, I speak with Don Gossen, a seasoned AI entrepreneur who works on new ways to handle payments among AI agents. We explore why AI agents need their own dynamic payment rails, how blockchain technology fits into this vision, and the potential for trillions of AI “consumers” to transform global commerce. Don describes how his team is tackling the emerging world of AI commerce by creating seamless transactions between human and non-human agents. It’s a thrilling look at where data, analytics, and machine learning converge—and how this shift might ultimately free human creativity while AI handles the busy work.Tune in to never miss an episode: don't forget to ⁠subscribe to our Newsletter⁠!Want to get in contact? Write me an email: ⁠podcast@argo.berlin⁠Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads.

In this episode, Leslie Grandy - film-industry veteran turned AI thought-leader - drops straight into the studio and shows how to turn generative AI into a fearless creative partner. She walks you through her “Creative Velocity” framework and explains why contradictory thinking is the antidote to prompt-engineering paralysis. We unpack her days on Terminator 2, debate whether Skynet panic is overblown, and discover how AI helped her write (and sanity-check) her new book. Expect real-world examples for entrepreneurs, product managers, and even sales teams—plus a candid chat on keeping bias in check and boosting confidence when the blank page stares back.🚀 You can connect to Leslie Grandy on LinkedIn!📖 And you should definitely get her book "Creative Velocity"💌 Tune in to get my thoughts, don't forget to subscribe to our Newsletter!Want to get in contact? Write me an email: podcast@argo.berlinMusic credit: “Modern Situations” by Unicorn Heads

Hollywood loves a good AI apocalypse—but how likely is a real-life Skynet scenario? In today's episode of A Beginner's Guide to AI, Professor GePhardT takes you on an entertaining yet eye-opening journey into Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). From understanding why films like The Terminator shape our deepest AI anxieties, to real-world safety measures inspired by these sci-fi nightmares, this episode breaks down exactly how humanity can steer advanced AI towards a beneficial future—rather than a robotic uprising.Expect to hear why a smart kitchen assistant could unintentionally cause chaos, how fictional tales are influencing actual AI research, and what top thinkers like Elon Musk and Stephen Hawking have warned us about. It's a conversation packed with fascinating examples, practical tips, and an honest look at how we're preparing for AGI today.Tune in to get my thoughts, don't forget to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠subscribe to our Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Want to get in contact? Write me an email: podcast@argo.berlinThis podcast was generated with the help of ChatGPT, Mistral and Claude 3. We do fact check with human eyes, but there still might be hallucinations in the output. And, by the way, it's read by an AI voice.Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

In this episode, I sit down with Ethan Monkhouse, co-founder of Naviro, to explore how AI is revolutionizing the creator economy. We dive into the fascinating world of super fans—those loyal advocates who drive 70% of revenue for artists and creators. Ethan shares how Naviro uses advanced AI to identify and nurture these super fans, moving beyond vanity metrics like likes and impressions to uncover the emotional and financial drivers of true fandom. From analyzing public data to building custom AI models tailored to each artist, this conversation unveils the tools and strategies creators need to thrive in a competitive digital landscape. Ethan also reveals how AI simplifies workflows, enhances audience engagement, and helps creators shift from being overwhelmed by data to making informed, actionable decisions. Whether you're a content creator, marketer, or just AI-curious, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss. Want to get in contact with Ethan Monkhouse or Naviro?You can find Ethan on ⁠LinkedIn ⁠or on ⁠Instagram⁠. If you want to see what Naviro has to offer, ⁠go to their website ⁠and get started!Tune in to get my thoughts: don't forget to ⁠subscribe to our Newsletter⁠!Or want to get in contact? Write me an email: podcast@argo.berlin---Music credit:"Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads.

Lisa Weaver-Lambert returns to unpack the trillion-dollar surge in digital infrastructure—and turns the idea of “boring” data centers on its head. She breaks down why global private infrastructure now tops $1.3 trillion, how Europe rockets from 6 % to 30 % of data-center investment, and why 15-to-20-year hyperscale leases create gold-rush conditions for real-estate giants like Blackstone. We dive into power-hungry GPUs, three-year hardware refresh cycles, and the paradox of using AI to design the very facilities that run AI. From modular builds in Norway that heat greenhouses to Sam Altman’s audacious $500 billion “Stargate” project, this episode is your fast-moving guide to where money, megawatts, and machine learning collide.Want to know more? Connect to Lisa on LinkedIn 🚀And get her book THE AI VALUE PLAYBOOK with 20% off on print and digital with using my code: 20DIETMARYou can order the book here at Packt (or whereever you buy your books - but then without 20% rebate 😉)---Tune in to get my thoughts, don't forget to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠subscribe to our Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://argoberlin.com/newsletter/Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

Two years, 500 000 streams and counting! In this jubilee special, host Dietmar pulls back the curtain on Beginner’s Guide to AI—from its humble origin as a one-man, AI-generated history show to today’s chart-climbing interview podcast. 🎙️You’ll hear:The accidental launch: why an ancient-Greek travel prep turned into an AI-powered audio experiment.Tech trials & triumphs: hunting for natural-sounding voices, chaining prompts to beat token limits, and the DIY workflow that still underpins every episode.Pivot to people: how PR pitches and curious CEOs pushed the show from scripted explainer to human-driven interviews—and sent it rocketing into the global Top 50 tech charts.Audience & analytics: 25,000 subscribers, 1,200 plays per episode, and an Ango-American listener map.What’s next? Daily drops? More expert chats? Dietmar wants your vote.And, while you are on it, don't forget to ⁠subscribe to our Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 😉Want to get in contact? Write me an email: ⁠podcast@argo.berlin⁠Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

What happens when a curious finance guy joins PayPal and stumbles into the world of machine learning? You get Mike Todasco — someone who’s been riding the AI wave before it made headlines. In this episode, Mike shares why he thinks most businesses are already behind on AI, how teachers can use it to deeply personalize learning, and what skills will still matter even when the bots take over the boring stuff. From robot lawnmowers to AI-powered bedtime quizzes for kids, this conversation is full of practical insight and future-facing optimism.We also talk about the myth of the Terminator scenario, why software engineers are feeling the heat first, and how AI can help you learn German while driving your kid to school.Connect to Mike on LinkedIn and don't forget to get his newsletter on LinkedIn!---Also, while you are on it, don't forget to subscribe to our Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 😉Want to get in contact? Write me an email: podcast@argo.berlinMusic credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

AI strategist and upcoming author Bruce Randall jumps behind the mic to explore how artificial intelligence is colliding with everyday life—no coding degree required. Bruce unpacks his journey from software sales to earning an MIT “no-code data-science” certificate, and reveals why he’s writing The AI Human Paradox to give non-tech folks a crystal-clear roadmap through the jargon jungle of LLMs, brain-computer interfaces, and autonomous systems. We dig into the art (and science) of great prompting, the power—and peril—of Neuralink-style implants, and why “trust but verify” is Bruce’s golden rule for hallucination-free insights.You’ll hear practical wins for small businesses—from AI-powered chat-bots that rescue bad restaurant reviews to HR tools that actually boost morale—and learn how global pharma giant Sanofi slashes drug-development time with full-stack AI. We examine the ethics of AI-generated college papers, the very real risk of runaway super-intelligence, and Bruce’s optimistic blueprint for keeping humanity in the driver’s seat as machines get smarter. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a curious creator, or just wondering what “BCI” even means, this episode arms you with the mindset and resources to thrive in an AI-accelerated world.You can connect to Bruce on LinkedIn. If you want to know more about him, go to his podcasting portfolio page!---Tune in to get my thoughts, don't forget to subscribe to our Newsletter!Want to get in contact? Write me an email: podcast@argo.berlinMusic credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

Ever wondered why robots still haven’t mastered grandma’s unbeatable cake recipe? Or why McDonald's AI-driven drive-thru ended up causing more chaos than convenience? In today's episode of A Beginner’s Guide to AI, Professor GePhardT dives into a fascinating reality: despite all the hype, 47% of tasks remain stubbornly, uniquely, and beautifully human. Explore why AI struggles with creativity, empathy, and ethical judgment—and why that's brilliant news for marketers and businesses. Filled with relatable stories, humorous misfires, and practical insights, this episode celebrates the human skills that machines simply can't replicate (at least, not yet!).Tune in to get my thoughts, don't forget to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠subscribe to our Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Want to get in contact? Write me an email: podcast@argo.berlinThis podcast was generated with the help of ChatGPT, Mistral and Claude 3. We do fact-check with human eyes, but there still might be hallucinations in the output. And, by the way, it's read by an AI voice.Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

Will the machines take over, will terminators exterminate us - or will we be in the Matrix, not knowing that the AI took over?What sounds funny at first, is not so funny at all: AI is quickly developing to levels nobody dreamed about 3 years ago.But is the threat from AI real? I asked 3 AI experts on their opinion and they say... but for that you'll have to listen to the podcast!My guests today are:- Kid Cox from Enate- Khalid Baker from SecondSelf AI- Bidhan Roy from Bagel--- Tune in to get my thoughts, and don't forget to ⁠⁠⁠subscribe to our Newsletter⁠⁠⁠! Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads