Artificially Practical Podcast w/ Brooks Swift

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Welcome to Artificially Practical! The show with Real AI, Real Business, and No Hype. Each week we break down the biggest AI Headlines, cut through the Hype, and deliver what matters most. All in 15 minutes or less.

Episodes

  1. 10/04/2025

    The rise of Nvidia, the intrusion of Meta, and Apples Flop.

    Summary In this episode of Artificially Practical, host Brooks Swift discusses the latest developments in AI and technology, focusing on Nvidia's remarkable market cap growth, Meta's controversial data practices, the current state of AI's impact on employment, and the disappointing launch of Apple's Vision Pro. The conversation highlights the intricate relationships between tech companies and the ethical implications of their practices. Takeaways Nvidia's market cap has reached $4.5 trillion, rivaling the GDP of major countries. Nvidia is investing in companies like OpenAI, creating a bubble effect. Meta's use of AI in therapy raises significant privacy concerns. AI is not yet taking jobs, but it is affecting workplace productivity. Many companies are not laying off employees due to AI, contrary to popular belief. AI can enhance productivity if used correctly, but misuse leads to mediocrity. Apple's Vision Pro has failed to capture the market, leading to returns. The tech industry is struggling to innovate beyond existing products. Privacy issues are becoming more pronounced with AI and data collection. Consumers should be cautious about sharing personal information with AI.

    20 min

  2. 09/21/2025

    The $100 Billion AI Mistake: Why Small Language Models Are Taking Over

    Brooks dives into the AI industry's biggest gamble - hundreds of billions being poured into data centers that may be obsolete before they're even built. Featuring insights from Harvard Business Review's latest research on Small Language Models (SLMs), this episode breaks down why specialized AI might crush the generalist giants like ChatGPT and Claude. Key topics: Why Salesforce's AgentForce is failing (less than 5% adoption)The doctor analogy: LLMs vs SLMs explainedOpen-source models from China and UAE costing 3% of major playersHow businesses can run AI locally without sending data overseasThe coming shift from cloud-based to edge computingRob Marks joins Brooks to discuss what this means for small businesses and whether American AI dominance is as secure as we think. No BS, just practical insights on where AI is really headed.

    25 min

  3. 09/09/2025

    Optimus will 4X Tesla's Value!?

    In this episode, we explore: Musk's prediction of 80% increase in Tesla's value due to OptimusThe chasm between people who understand AI and those that don'tThe oopsie by OpenAI sharing your chats with the world

    15 min

  4. 09/01/2025

    When AI Gets Weird: Taco Bell Fails and What's Next

    AI's messy reality is on full display this week: Taco Bell's drive-thru fiasco, power-hungry data centers, Nvidia's bubble, and the shifting job market. We cut through the hype and deliver the takeaways that matter for your business - all in under 15 minutes. Hosted by Brooks Swift.

    13 min
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Welcome to Artificially Practical! The show with Real AI, Real Business, and No Hype. Each week we break down the biggest AI Headlines, cut through the Hype, and deliver what matters most. All in 15 minutes or less.

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