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AI Applied: Covering AI News, Interviews and Tools - ChatGPT, Midjourney, Gemini, OpenAI, Anthropic

Jaeden Schafer and Conor Grennan
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Claude
AI Box
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Apple
Amazon
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Google Gemini
Sam Altman
Nvidia

Welcome to the AI Applied podcast, hosted by Jaeden Schafer and Conor Grennan. Get your weekly dose of the latest AI news, trends, and discussions in the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence. From ChatGPT and computer vision to robotics and natural language processing, we cover the most exciting developments in the field of AI. We also discuss ways to apply it to your career, job, wor... more

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Founder of AI Mindset, guest highlighting the Microsoft study
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Robby Stein
VP for Product for Google Search
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Microsoft CEO of AI, former co-founder of DeepMind, author of The Coming Wave
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Mir Moradi
Former CTO of OpenAI, now CEO of Thinking Machines Lab
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Ilya Suskova
Entrepreneur and former OpenAI scientist, founder of Safe Super Intelligence
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Logan Kilpatrick
A leading figure at Google DeepMind, recognized for his insights in AI development and deployment.
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Episode: Google's Next AI Play: Logan Kilpatrick of Google Deepmind
Kai Beckman
CEO of EMD Electronics
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CEO of u.com and an expert in neural networks and natural language processing
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Episode: You.com CEO Richard Socher on the Future of AI in Search

Hosts

Jaeden Schafer
Host of AI Applied; focus on AI news, tools, and workplace AI adoption
Conor Grennan
Co-host; discusses AI news, interviews and practical AI tools for business

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 443 ratings
  • Great Information

    If you’re looking for a podcast that keeps you informed on the latest developments in artificial intelligence without overwhelming you with technical jargon, this is an excellent choice. The hosts do a great job breaking down complex AI news into clear, practical insights that are easy to understand. Each episode covers important industry updates, emerging technologies, and real-world applications, while also discussing the potential impact on businesses and everyday life.

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    5
    Mr. AParks
    United States6 days ago
  • Great podcast

    I enjoy listening to Conor and Jaeden. It’s a good way to keep up on AI news and also get some practical takeaways.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bperkins27
    United States6 days ago
  • Excellent discussions!

    Conor and Jaden, you guys do an excellent job of bringing the latest AI topics and making the relatable for every day life. As an IT leader, you help me tremendously with ideas and topics to share with the people I am trying to lead into this new frontier. Also, love your faith podcast as well! From Auburn, Alabama… Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AU-GEG
    United States7 days ago
  • High-quality, engaging updates

    I find this to be the most helpful AI podcast I listen to. The episodes are short, thoughtful, and well informed thanks guys for what you’re doing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Memer1000
    United States11 days ago
  • Perfect gym commute

    Love listening to one of these on my way to the gym, keeping me both productive and informed

    Apple Podcasts
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    cofindojer
    United Kingdom12 days ago

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Balanced, practical AI news and tools with an upbeat vibe.
Listeners appreciate concise, actionable AI insights for work.
Some criticism about hype and pacing, but generally positive overall.

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Q: What are you doing with vibe coding today and how is your relationship with coding evolving compared to when you were a full-time engineer?
The approach has shifted from solving small-scale coding problems to architecting larger, scalable systems. Logan describes moving from debugging code to building end-to-end apps, considering safety, scalability, and the user experience. He emphasizes using modern AI tools to accelerate development (e.g., Gemini in iMessage) while keeping focus on long-term maintainability and reducing the friction developers face when building at scale.
Breaking Language Barriers: The Future of Real-Time Translation
Q: Do you still see value in manual translators?
There may still be value for translators who understand cultural nuances, but AI will likely replace many traditional translation tasks.
Google Gemini Partners with Figma for AI Design
Q: What actionable advice can we provide to listeners about using AI tools?
Look for holistic solutions that integrate well with existing tools instead of just using basic functionalities like generating text or images.
Revolutionizing Workflows with AI Box's Builder Tool
Q: Who's the main audience for this?
The builder is aimed at individuals or teams who perform complex tasks repetitively, helping them streamline workflows and enhance productivity.
When AI Gets It Wrong: Claude’s Legal Hallucination and What It Means for Law
Q: What is the perspective on using AI in law firms given the risk of hallucinations?
Many law firms are caught between the need to use generative AI for efficiency and the fear of mistakes when hallucinations occur.

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A concise, energetic show that tracks AI news, practical tools, and real-world applications for business. Episodes typically balance quick-hit updates with thoughtful analyses of enterprise AI adoption, tooling, and market dynamics, often contrasting major players like OpenAI, Anthropic, Microsoft, and Google. The hosts emphasize actionable takeaways for teams, managers, and developers, with frequent mentions of productivity workflows, AI training, and deploying AI in organizations. A notable strength is their knack for translating complex AI developments into digestible guidance for practitioners, making it useful for listeners responsible for strategy, product, engineering, or operations in tech-driven businesses.

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