Build With AI

Corey Ganim
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Most AI podcasts talk about what's possible. Build With AI shows you how it's done, live. Each episode, host Corey Ganim brings on entrepreneurs and operators who share their screen and build real AI automations, workflows, and tool setups right in front of you. No boring slides. Nothing that hasn't been battle-tested. You'll watch actual implementations get built from scratch so you can follow along and do the same in your business. If you're a non-technical entrepreneur who wants to put AI to work without becoming a developer, hit play and build along with us.

  1. 1 HR AGO

    # 149 OpenClaw Masterclass for Beginners (full tutorial)

    Nick Spisak, a 15-year software veteran turned AI entrepreneur, walks through the complete OpenClaw setup for non-technical users. You'll learn how to install your first instance, give it skills that read documentation for you, and troubleshoot any issue using natural language. Nick even gives away his "OpenClaw Prime" skill that turns any coding agent into an OpenClaw expert, plus a visual step-by-step diagram. • OpenClaw Prime Skill: https://corey-ganim.kit.com/f1f13dee60 • Excalidraw Setup Diagram: https://corey-ganim.kit.com/ab1cc7ab21 Key Takeaways: • Build a skill that reads the docs so you don't have to. Nick's "OpenClaw Prime" skill makes Claude Code or Codex an instant OpenClaw expert. • Troubleshooting works 100% of the time. Point your coding agent at your OpenClaw files, describe the issue in plain English, and let it fix itself. • Skills are portable across models. Write it once for Codex, ask AI to convert it for Claude Code or Gemini. • Spend 90% of your time in planning mode. Use Shift+Tab to enter plan mode and remove assumptions before execution. • Real business use case: AI receptionist. Set up OpenClaw on WhatsApp to respond to leads while you're on a job site. One extra $10K roofing lead pays for the whole system. • Telegram is the easiest platform to connect. Message the Bot Father, get your token, plug it into OpenClaw. • Customize your agent's personality via the Soul file. Make it concise, opinionated, and aligned with how you work. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and what you'll learn 01:02 - Using Claude Cowork + Excalidraw for planning 03:46 - WhisperFlow: talk to your terminal with natural language 06:30 - OpenClaw Prime skill explained 08:41 - Why skills teach AI to "fish" (not just follow tutorials) 11:02 - Live troubleshooting demo: bringing Annie back online 13:44 - Claude Code vs Codex (skills are portable) 16:44 - Planning vs execution mode (the 90/10 rule) 19:21 - Real business use cases: AI receptionist for contractors 23:28 - 100% success rate troubleshooting (even with no code experience) 25:13 - Walkthrough of the Excalidraw setup diagram 27:16 - Setting up Telegram (easiest platform) 28:51 - Soul file and agent identity customization 30:26 - Wrap up and where to get free resources Links & Resources Mentioned: • OpenClaw Docs: https://docs.openclaw.ai • Claude Cowork: https://claude.ai • WhisperFlow: https://whisperflow.com • Ghost TTY (Terminal): https://ghostty.org Enjoyed this episode? → Subscribe and leave a review to help others discover the show → Join the Build with AI Community waitlist: https://return-my-time.kit.com/1bd2720397

    32 min

  2. 2 DAYS AGO

    # 148 Learn Zapier in 30 minutes: AI Agent Automation Tutorial For Beginners (2026)

    Tom Nassr, co-founder and CEO of X-Ray, walks us through building a Zapier Agent from scratch in under 10 minutes. He demonstrates a practical use case: creating an AI agent that scans Gmail for specific emails and delivers a weekly summary to Slack. You'll learn the key difference between Zapier Agents and traditional Zaps, when to use each, and how to think about deterministic vs. non-deterministic automation. Check Tom's youtube channel: https://youtube.com/@xrayautomation Resources Mentioned: • Zapier: https://zapier.com/ • X-Ray Website: https://xray.tech/ • X-Ray Search Tool (free): https://search.xray.tech/

    31 min

  3. 6 MAR

    # 147 Claude Cowork vs. Perplexity Computer - Which One's Actually Better?

    In this episode I put two of the hottest AI agent tools head-to-head: Perplexity Computer ($200/mo) vs. Claude Cowork ($20/mo). After running both through three identical real-world tasks, he reveals which tool delivers better outputs, which one goes above and beyond, and whether the 10x price difference is actually justified. Spoiler: the winner might surprise you. Grab the Google doc with the 3 test cases + full prompts here: https://return-my-time.kit.com/389d61df6a Tools Mentioned: • Perplexity Computer (Max plan): $200/mo - perplexity.ai • Claude Cowork (Pro plan): $20/mo - claude.ai • Zoho Invoice: zoho.com/invoice • Invoice Ninja: invoiceninja.com • Invoice Sherpa: invoicesherpa.com

    18 min

  4. 4 MAR

    #146 How I Built An AI Marketing Team With Claude Code (full tutorial)

    Craig Hewitt, founder of the 7-figure SaaS Castos, breaks down how he uses Claude Code to run his entire content marketing operation. Despite not being a developer, Craig built his first Claude Code project in 45 minutes while waiting outside his son's basketball practice. In this episode, he walks through the exact system he uses, demonstrates live builds, and shares his free, open-source SEO Machine project that anyone can download and use today. YouTube: youtube.com/@thecraighewitt

    1h 1m

  5. 25 FEB

    #145 Learn 80% of NotebookLM in 20 Minutes (Features Most People Miss)

    Paul Noon ( aka The AI Professor) joins the show to give a full under-the-hood walkthrough of Google's NotebookLM. Paul's been using this tool daily in his business and personal life, and he breaks down exactly how it works, why it's different from ChatGPT or Gemini, and the real-world use cases that make it a must-have for any business owner. The best part? It's completely free. This episode was inspired by Paul's viral "Top 25 NotebookLM Tips" video on YouTube — this is the deeper dive. Check Paul’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheProfessor-AI

    37 min

  6. 18 FEB

    # 144 How to Build a Website AI Agent That Books Demos While You Sleep (Free n8n Blueprint)

    In this episode, Corey talks with AI automation strategist Ashley Gross about how businesses can build an AI agent that engages website visitors, answers questions, and books demos around the clock. Ashley walks through the workflow behind her own implementation — from capturing conversation data to syncing with CRM tools — and shares how automation helped her reclaim time and tie AI initiatives directly to revenue. They discuss practical ways small business owners can start using AI, including training agents on SOPs, integrating with existing tech stacks, and focusing on high-impact use cases first. The conversation also explores common mistakes to avoid, such as overwhelming agents with too much data, and how AI insights can inform content and marketing strategy. Grab Ashley's plug-and-play n8n blueprint free → https://return-my-time.kit.com/6e041f7506

    23 min

  7. 11 FEB

    # 143 The Only 6 AI Tools You Need In 2026 (Full Walkthrough)

    Ryan Doser breaks down the AI tools he actually uses daily after testing hundreds of options. With 10+ years in marketing and 31,000+ YouTube subscribers, Ryan cuts through the noise to share what's worth your time and why 95% of AI tools are just white-labeled wrappers you don't need. Check Ryan's you tube channel https://www.youtube.com/@RyanDoserAI

    28 min

  8. 4 FEB

    # 142 Claude Cowork Masteclass for Beginners (full tutorial)

    Mark Kashef joins the show to demo Claude Cowork and break down how "skills" work compressed, reusable knowledge that Claude can invoke just-in-time without bloating your context window. We watch him build a PowerPoint presentation live using multiple AI agents and discuss how to get started with this powerful new tool.Mark Kashef joins the show to demo Claude Cowork and break down how "skills" work compressed, reusable knowledge that Claude can invoke just-in-time without bloating your context window. We watch him build a PowerPoint presentation live using multiple AI agents and discuss how to get started with this powerful new tool. YouTube: @Mark_Kashef

    42 min
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Most AI podcasts talk about what's possible. Build With AI shows you how it's done, live. Each episode, host Corey Ganim brings on entrepreneurs and operators who share their screen and build real AI automations, workflows, and tool setups right in front of you. No boring slides. Nothing that hasn't been battle-tested. You'll watch actual implementations get built from scratch so you can follow along and do the same in your business. If you're a non-technical entrepreneur who wants to put AI to work without becoming a developer, hit play and build along with us.

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  • Creator
    Corey Ganim
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    149
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Corey Ganim
  • Show Website
    Build With AI

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