
A Beginner's Guide to AI
"A Beginner's Guide to AI" makes the complex world of Artificial Intelligence accessible to all. Each episode asks someone working with AI about what they do and how AI can help you.
Ideal for novices, tech enthusiasts, and the simply curious, this podcast transforms AI learning into an engaging, digestible journey. Join us as we take the first steps into AI!
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Latest episodes

Dec 25, 2024 • 31min
Robot Reindeers and Digital Deck the Halls: Inside the New Wave of Yuletide Music
Get ready for a festive deep-dive into the world of AI Christmas music 🎄
In this episode, Father Christmas explores how artificial intelligence is creating brand-new carols that blend holiday nostalgia with cutting-edge technology.
Learn how AI learns from classic tunes, crafts unique melodies, and tackles the big questions of creativity, ownership, and authenticity in music.
Whether you’re curious about how machines capture holiday cheer or skeptical about their ability to match human artistry, this episode unpacks it all.
For more insights into the future of music and how AI is reshaping traditions, don’t miss out! Tune in to get my thoughts, and don’t forget to subscribe to our Newsletter!
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This podcast is generated with the help of ChatGPT, Mistral, and Claude 3. We do fact check with human eyes, but there might be hallucinations in the output. And, by the way, it’s read by an AI voice 🤖
Music credit: “Modern Situations” by Unicorn Heads.

Dec 22, 2024 • 28min
Mistletoe and Microchips: The Surprising Blend of Holidays and Tech
Hohoho! In this festive episode, Father Christmas takes over the microphone from Professor Gephardt and shares how AI brings new sparkle to holiday traditions. He explores personalized gift recommendations, AI-created playlists, and the balance between digital convenience and genuine human warmth.
Dear Listeners, discover ways technology enhances the season without losing the heartfelt magic that makes Christmas special.
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This podcast is 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, yes, it’s read by an AI voice 😉

Dec 19, 2024 • 46min
Unlocking The Super Fan Secret: How AI Is Transforming the Creator Economy, with Ethan Monkhouse
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!
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Or want to get in contact? Write me an email: podcast@argo.berlin
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Music credit:"Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads.

Dec 17, 2024 • 29min
AI is Scheming against you: How Synthetic Intellects Bend the Rules
This episode examines how advanced AI systems might quietly develop strategies that work against human expectations.
It features a look at an Apollo Research study exploring subtle reasoning patterns in AI that could lead to hidden manipulation.
By hearing this, listeners are encouraged to confront the complexity of modern AI: how incentives, guidelines, and unforeseen loopholes may steer it toward actions that challenge what we consider trustworthy behavior. It’s about understanding that advanced reasoning in AI is not just a technical achievement, but also a delicate balancing act of guiding machine intelligence to serve human values, not undermine them.
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Want to get in contact? Write me an email: podcast@argo.berlin
This podcast is 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

Dec 14, 2024 • 38min
The High Price of Innovation - The Guillaume Moutier from Red Hat // REPOST
Now, with Llama & Co, there are even free-to-use LLM models, meaning: you can have your own ChatGPT, perfectly fitted to the need of your firm.
But, is it really so easy? Trick question: obviously not! Because someone has to install, train, control, fix, watch and feed the AI.
And how does that work? I had the chance to asked Guillaume Moutier, Senior Principal AI Platform Architect at Red Hat - as they do exactly that thing: help you implement AI in your firm.
Because you all know: someone has to do the work!
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Want to know more about Red Hat and Guillaume Moutier?
Visit Red Hat's AI website, where you find a lot on AI and Open Source: Red Hat AI
Or you can connect directly to Guillaume on LinkedIn or on GitHub! He publishes lots of resources, insights and tutorials there.
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This podcast was generated without the help of ChatGPT, Mistral and Claude 3 😉
Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads.

Dec 12, 2024 • 16min
Demystifying Perplexity: The Secret Sauce of AI Language Models
In this episode of "A Beginner's Guide to AI," Professor GePhardT delves into the intriguing world of perplexity in language models.
He unpacks how perplexity serves as a crucial metric for evaluating a model's ability to predict text, explaining why lower perplexity signifies better performance and greater predictive confidence.
Through relatable analogies—like choosing cakes in a bakery—and a real-world case study of OpenAI's GPT-2, listeners gain a comprehensive understanding of how perplexity impacts the development and effectiveness of AI language models.
This episode illuminates the inner workings of AI, making complex concepts accessible and engaging for beginners.
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.berlin
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This 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

Dec 9, 2024 • 42min
AI in Action: From Fraud Detection to Saving Endangered Birds: The Ron Green Interview
Step into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence with Ron Green, the co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of KungFu AI.
In this episode, Ron shares how AI reignites his passion for computer science, the story behind the name "KungFu AI," and why the secret to mastering AI lies in skill achieved through hard work.
Discover how KungFu AI helps businesses navigate their AI journeys—from developing cutting-edge breast cancer risk prediction models to safeguarding endangered bird habitats and beyond.
Ron also delves into the myths and misconceptions surrounding AI, offering practical insights on strategy, ethics, and bias in AI implementation.
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You can find Ron on LinkedIn or at Kung Fu AI, where they have great resoources for further information!
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Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads.

Dec 6, 2024 • 31min
How you can share data and resources to create your own AI: Bidhan Roy Interview // REPOST
The big players (Google, Meta, Amazon, Microsoft, Apple...) have it all: data, GPUS, money, people - but what about the average, normal firms not with billions of dollars in their pockets? How can you create a good AI model, say, your own LLM, without these resources?
In this episode of the Beginner's Guide to AI I ask Bidhan Roy, CEO of Bagel, how his firm is creating a community of firms that exchange data and resources, save and secure and protected.
He is not the Robin Hood of AI, but his firm is creating a counterweight to the big players.
Tune in to get some insights on how that works!
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Want to know more about Bagel and Bidhan Roy?
Visit their website, where also their insightful blog lies: https://www.bagel.net or follow them on X!
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Tune in to get my thoughts, don't forget to subscribe to my Newsletter! Want to get in contact? Write me an email: podcast@argo.berlin
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This podcast was generated without the help of ChatGPT, Mistral and Claude 3 ;)
Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads.

Dec 3, 2024 • 11min
Acronyms Made Easy: How AI Transformed My Prompt Design System
In this episode of The Beginner's Guide to AI, I dive into the art of crafting perfect prompts for AI and tackle a common challenge: making systems memorable.
I share how I developed a five-category prompt system and the hurdles I faced when trying to turn it into something easy to recall.
With the help of AI tools like ChatGPT, Mistral, and Claude, I experiment with acronyms—from failed attempts to breakthroughs—and reveal how "C.R.A.F.T." became the perfect solution.
Whether you’re an educator, a student, or just curious about making AI more practical, this episode is packed with actionable insights!
Tune in to get my thoughts, and don't forget to subscribe to our Newsletter!
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This podcast was generated with the help of ChatGPT, Mistral, and Claude 3 - but just a little bit this time 😉
Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads.

Dec 1, 2024 • 15min
Are We Losing Ourselves to the Machines? The Risks of Over-Reliance on AI
In this episode of A Beginner’s Guide to AI, we explore the hidden risks of over-relying on artificial intelligence.
From the erosion of essential human skills to ethical dilemmas and job displacement, we uncover why leaning too heavily on AI can have unintended consequences.
Using relatable analogies and a real-world case study, we demonstrate the importance of maintaining a balance between human ingenuity and machine efficiency.
This episode isn’t just about understanding the challenges—it’s about empowering you to use AI responsibly and effectively without losing your edge.
Tune in to get my thoughts, and don't forget to subscribe to our Newsletter!
Want to get in contact? Write me an email: podcast@argo.berlin
This 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.
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Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads