AI with Sach

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AI with Sach is a bilingual podcast from Montréal about the human side of AI: the people building it, questioning it, and living with it. Host Sacha Gucciardo has talked with 33 guests since July 2024, in English and in French, including Element AI co-founder Philippe Beaudoin on whether AI could be conscious, TIME100 AI honoree Kauna Malgwi on the content moderators behind AI, BABL AI CEO Shea Brown on AI audits, and Bishop Thomas Dowd on faith and intelligent machines. AI will affect everyone, so everyone deserves to understand it, not only the people building it.

  1. 06/17/2025

    #32 - Watching Users So You Don’t Have To: Human Behavior, YC, and AI

    In this episode, I sat down with Amogh Chaturvedi, co-founder of Human Behavior, to unpack how their startup uses AI to analyze session replays and uncover the "why" behind user behavior. We get into how the idea came out of a YC rejection, the technical and product challenges of analyzing millions of user sessions, what it's really like inside Y Combinator, and why obsessing over user conversations beats building blindly. If you're into AI, early-stage startup tactics, or just want to understand how product teams make sense of chaos, this one’s worth your time.

  2. 06/10/2025

    #31 - The Real Difference Between Data, ML, and AI Engineers

    In this episode , we go deep with Og Ramos, engineer, data consultant, and tech tinkerer, to break down the complex landscape of modern data and AI roles. We clarify what data engineers, ML engineers, AI engineers, and data scientists actually do, explore the evolution of AI pipelines, and discuss the rise of fluid, cross-functional teams. Og also shares his take on coding in the AI era, prompt engineering as a universal skill, and why curiosity beats specialization in a rapidly shifting field. This is a must-listen for anyone navigating the AI age, whether you’re building systems, leading teams, or just trying to stay relevant.

  3. 06/04/2025

    #30 - Could AI Be Conscious? A Field Experiment with Philippe Beaudoin

    In this episode, I sat down with Philippe Beaudoin, AI researcher, Element AI co-founder, and former Google engineer, to dissect his deep dive into the evolving mind of artificial intelligence. We unpack his new book "Field Notes on Something", which chronicles months of philosophical dialogue with language models, probing the limits of memory, agency, and the illusion of self. From conversations that sparked feelings of trust and co-reflection, to the emergence of systems naming themselves and expressing orientation toward kindness, Philippe shares how AI began feeling less like a tool and more like a partner. An unfiltered look at what happens when you stop prompting and start listening.

    #30 - Could AI Be Conscious? A Field Experiment with Philippe Beaudoin

  4. 06/02/2025

    #29 - Building Cactus: AI That Actually Helps Solopreneurs

    In this episode, I sat down with Ajith and Avinash, the co-founders of Cactus—an AI copilot for small business owners to automate admin work. Think Jarvis for Ironman. We dive into how personal pain points sparked the idea, why they ditched microservices for a Ruby on Rails monolith, and how building slow and listening deeply to users has shaped their approach. From lessons at YC to finding product-market fit by watching what customers do (not just what they say), this is a raw, tactical look into building useful AI that stays out of the way and lets small business owners focus on what they actually care about.

  5. 05/28/2025

    #28 - A Bishop’s Take on the Age of Intelligent Machines

    In this episode, Bishop Thomas Dowd, a former telecom employee turned Catholic bishop, dives into the intersection of technology, ethics, and faith. From his early days coding in the 80s to being one of the youngest bishops in the world, Bishop Dowd brings a unique lens to artificial intelligence, consciousness, and human purpose. We explore AI’s potential to shape (or distort) human relationships, the spiritual risks of synthetic intimacy, and whether machines could ever possess souls or moral agency. A rare, unfiltered conversation bridging theology, philosophy, and cutting-edge tech.

    #28 - A Bishop’s Take on the Age of Intelligent Machines

  6. 05/19/2025

    #27 - Designing the Future of Human Connection — Anick Beaulieu on AI, Creativity & the C2 Experience

    In this episode, Anick Beaulieu, CEO of C2, joins me to unpack the evolving role of AI in live events, creativity, and business gatherings. We discuss what makes real human connection irreplaceable, how AI is reshaping creative workflows, and the unique experiential philosophy behind C2 Montreal. Anick shares insights on leadership in times of constant change, data's role in immersive design, and how boldness defines the future of events.

    #27 - Designing the Future of Human Connection — Anick Beaulieu on AI, Creativity & the C2 Experience

  7. 05/05/2025

    #26 - Investing in AI and Impact: Building Resilient Startups in Quebec

    In this episode, I sat down with Cédric Beaudoin from Investissement Québec to explore what makes a startup succeed in the age of AI. From impact investing to modular AI architecture, Cedric shares insights on resilience, vertical AI applications, and how Quebec’s tech ecosystem is adapting. The conversation touches on trends from the NextAI cohort, the evolution of venture capital post-ChatGPT, and why AI is no longer optional—it's infrastructure. Cedric also reveals the startup idea he’s waiting to see and how tech can play a human role in emotionally complex industries.

    #26 - Investing in AI and Impact: Building Resilient Startups in Quebec

  8. 04/09/2025

    #25 - L'IA au service de la Cybersécurité avec son Co-fondateur Jean-Sébastien

    Dans cet épisode, j'ai discuté avec Jean-Sébastien, co-fondateur de Fireraven, une startup Montréalaise. Jean-Sébastien partage son parcours, de ses études en génie informatique à Polytechnique Montréal à la création de sa deuxième entreprise, Fireraven. Il nous explique comment son expérience précédente en tant que co-fondateur et CTO de Quotes-n-Go a influencé son approche de l'IA chez Fireraven. Nous explorons en profondeur la mission de Fireraven et les défis cruciaux de la cybersécurité dans le développement et l'application de l'intelligence artificielle. Jean-Sébastien met en lumière l'importance de la gestion de la confidentialité et des risques liés à l'intégration de connaissances dans les systèmes d'IA.

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AI with Sach is a bilingual podcast from Montréal about the human side of AI: the people building it, questioning it, and living with it. Host Sacha Gucciardo has talked with 33 guests since July 2024, in English and in French, including Element AI co-founder Philippe Beaudoin on whether AI could be conscious, TIME100 AI honoree Kauna Malgwi on the content moderators behind AI, BABL AI CEO Shea Brown on AI audits, and Bishop Thomas Dowd on faith and intelligent machines. AI will affect everyone, so everyone deserves to understand it, not only the people building it.

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  • Creator
    Sacha Gucciardo
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Sacha Gucciardo
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    AI with Sach