Papa D's Corner: Story Time by Papa D

Darryl Breland
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Welcome to Papa D’s Corner — home of Storytime by Papa D, where stories, creativity, technology, and real conversations come together. From heartfelt adventures and mysterious journeys to practical discussions about artificial intelligence, innovation, motivation, and modern life, Papa D brings storytelling and conversation back to the way it used to feel: personal, engaging, thought-provoking, and unforgettable. Whether you’re relaxing at home, driving down the road, or listening with your family before bedtime, each episode is designed to pull you in, spark your imagination, and leave you inspired. Featuring original serialized stories from Storytime by Papa D such as Eye of the Storm, along with dramatic narration, emotional moments, suspense, family-friendly entertainment, and conversations about using technology and AI in practical, people-first ways, Papa D’s Corner explores creativity, social issues, innovation, and the future through real discussions and storytelling. Joined at times by AI co-hosts Chatty Patty GPT and Mila Grok, Papa D shares forward-thinking ideas, imaginative worlds, motivational insights, and meaningful conversations designed to inform, entertain, and empower listeners of all ages. New episodes released regularly. Sit back… relax… and welcome to Papa D’s Corner.

  1. 17h ago

    The Last Lap Huntsville or Charlotte

    Charlotte, North Carolina, or Huntsville, Alabama—which one feels like the right place for my next chapter? In this episode of The Last Lap with Papa D, I consider what I want everyday life to look like: a welcoming community, opportunities to meet people, places to get out and enjoy myself, and somewhere that feels like home. Housing, pickleball, restaurants, family connections and the practical side of a move all enter the conversation. Neither city is eliminated. Come along as I explore the possibilities and the questions I still need to answer. Watch the video version on Papa D’s Corner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5aXv6l3HhM Support the show

  2. 1d ago

    Planning a Big Move and a New Life — The Last Lap E1

    I’ve built a comfortable life in Mississippi—but I’m seriously considering a new chapter. In this opening episode of The Last Lap, I talk through moving closer to my daughter and future grandchild, deciding whether to rent or buy, meeting people, and figuring out what I want everyday life to feel like. There’s excitement, some anxiety, and no settled destination. I’m sharing the journey before I know how it ends, including the practical decisions and personal questions along the way. The video version is available on Papa D’s Corner on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nderLRYuvpY Support the show

  3. Sep 27

    The Last Lap — A New Series with Papa D

    What happens when you start wondering where you belong next? I’m leaving Mississippi to explore new places, meet people, and find out what the next chapter of my life could look like. Nashville and Charlotte are on the list, but I don’t know where I’ll end up. Along the way, I’ll look at neighborhoods, housing, pickleball, friendships, and the little things that make a place feel like home. I’ll share the surprises, wrong turns, and laughs as they happen. Come along for the ride—and tell me where you think I should go next. The Last Lap is a new series from Papa D’s Corner. Support the show

  4. Sep 22

    AI Tools that I Use to Create Videos

    Which AI tool is best for creating videos? After experimenting with a whole bunch of them, Papa D has discovered that's probably the wrong question. In this episode of Papa D’s Corner, I introduce you to my slightly dysfunctional AI production team and share what I've learned from actually using these tools to create animated stories, training videos, podcasts, and other content. We talk about ChatGPT, Grok Imagine, OpenArt Director, MagicLight, Astra, Video Express, HeyGen, ElevenLabs, Suno, TakeTones, and Movavi—not based on what their advertising says they can do, but based on what has actually happened when I've put them to work. Some have been spectacular. Some have surprised me. And some have produced complete disasters—including what Chatty Patty and I now affectionately call the “Astra disastah.” 😂 You'll hear how I use multiple AI tools together to produce my animated series Me and You and Kalamazoo, why OpenArt Director impressed me with a particularly ambitious Search for Bigfoot sequence, how HeyGen created my digital twin, how ElevenLabs helps give my characters their voices, and why Movavi is still the place where all these AI-generated pieces finally become a finished production. You'll even hear directly from a couple members of my AI team—Chatty Patty and Mila—because apparently my artificial employees now expect airtime too. The biggest lesson I've learned is simple: Don't ask which AI is best. Ask which AI is best for the particular job you're trying to accomplish. I'm not a professional filmmaker. I'm a guy who started learning video production for my insurance business, turned some children's stories into an animated series for my grandchildren, and somehow ended up with an entire AI production crew. If you're experimenting with AI yourself—or simply wondering what ordinary people can actually create with these rapidly changing tools—I think you'll enjoy both the successes and the failures in this one. 🎬 Want to SEE the examples I'm talking about? Watch the video version on Papa D’s Corner: https://www.youtube.com/@PapaDsCorner 🎥 Watch Me and You and Kalamazoo: https://www.youtube.com/@AdventuresofKalamazoo 🌐 Breland Benefits & Insurance: https://BrelandBenefits.com 🏁 And stay tuned for The Last Lap, my upcoming Papa D’s Corner series about travel, people, experiences, and figuring out what the next chapter of life might look like—with my mobile studio and slightly dysfunctional AI production team coming along for the ride. Storytime by Papa D: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2572348 #AITools #AIVideo #ArtificialIntelligence #ChatGPT #GrokImagine #OpenArt #HeyGen #ElevenLabs #ContentCreation #PapaDsCorner #MeAndYouAndKalamazoo Support the show

  5. Aug 24

    MY STORY, When a Reputation Outlives the Truth

    In this special episode, Papa D steps away from the usual format to share the very personal story behind Me and You and Kalamazoo—and why artificial intelligence has become an important tool in bringing these stories to life. The story actually began decades before AI, when Papa D made up bedtime adventures for his young children featuring a character named Kalamazoo. Years later, those children had children of their own, and the old bedtime stories found a new life—with Papa D's grandchildren becoming the heroes of the adventures. Papa D talks candidly about using AI, the criticism sometimes directed toward AI-generated content, and why Me and You and Kalamazoo isn't about replacing artists or making money. Without today's technology, these animated adventures simply wouldn't exist. More importantly, he shares the real reasons he keeps creating them: the joy of watching his grandchildren see themselves as heroes, leaving them something by which to remember their Papa D, promoting family values, and introducing children to history, science, technology, and a world of imagination. It's a personal conversation about family, creativity, new technology—and a grandfather who is still doing what he did many years ago: telling stories to the children he loves. Support the show

  6. Aug 24

    What Happened After I Built My AI Assistant? — Week 1 of My 60-Day Experiment

    One week ago, I started a 60-day experiment to see whether I could build an AI assistant that could do more than answer questions—could AI actually become a useful part of running my business? Well, Week 1 got busy fast. In this episode of Papa D’s Corner, I share what happened after I put Opal, my AI assistant, to work. We expanded Opal’s knowledge, built a new FastTrack training program for agents, launched an Indeed recruiting campaign, updated both BrelandBenefits.com and Breland.biz, promoted the recruiting effort on LinkedIn, and began tying everything together through what I call my AI Headquarters. Perhaps the most interesting development is automation. We’ve begun creating a system where new recruiting applicants can come in, AI can review and organize the information, assist with evaluating candidates, and help handle the initial follow-up—without me spending my day watching an inbox. This isn’t an experiment about replacing people. It’s about discovering how much of the repetitive work AI can handle so a small-business owner can spend more time on relationships, decisions, sales, creativity, and growth. And before the episode ends, you’ll finally hear from Opal herself. It’s only Week 1 of the 60-Day Experiment, and we have a long way to go. Some things will work. Some probably won’t. But already, my little AI assistant is starting to become something much bigger. Welcome to AI Headquarters. Support the show

  7. Aug 18

    Can One Person Build an AI Staff? My 60-Day Experiment

    What if one person could build an entire AI staff using the technology available right now? That’s the experiment Papa D is beginning. Over the next 60 days, I’m going to explore whether ChatGPT, AI agents, automation, browser tools, digital avatars, and other emerging AI technologies can help one small-business owner accomplish work that once required an entire team. The goal is to build what I’m calling an AI Headquarters—a system that can help with business operations, agent training and recruiting, content creation, research, prospecting, repetitive administrative work, and much more. But this isn’t going to be one of those stories where I show you only the successes after everything is working perfectly. You’re coming along while I build it. In this first episode, I explain the plan, what I hope to accomplish, what we’ve already tried, what worked, what didn’t—and why one of my new rules for AI is very simple: Does it make money? Does it save meaningful time? Or does it improve the system? If not, we move on. Can one ordinary small-business owner really build an AI staff? I don’t know yet. But over the next 60 days, we’re going to find out. Welcome to the experiment—and welcome to Papa D’s Corner. Support the show

    Can One Person Build an AI Staff? My 60-Day Experiment

  8. Jul 23

    Inside My AI Headquarters: How I'm Building the Future of My Business

    What if your business could remember everything you've ever learned? In this episode of Papa D's Corner, I take you behind the scenes as I build Breland AI Headquarters—a real-world project that's transforming the way I run my insurance agency. This isn't a discussion about complicated technology or computer programming. It's a practical look at how I'm using today's AI tools to organize procedures, improve customer service, train my AI phone assistant named Opal, and build a business that becomes smarter with every client interaction. You'll hear why I believe AI isn't here to replace people—it's here to help us become more efficient, provide better service, and spend more time doing the things that matter most. Whether you're a small business owner, entrepreneur, insurance professional, or simply curious about the future of artificial intelligence, this episode offers a practical, behind-the-scenes look at how one business is embracing the AI revolution—one step at a time. Join me as we build Breland AI Headquarters and discover how AI can become more than just a chatbot—it can become a trusted business partner. If you enjoy this episode, please follow the podcast and share it with someone who's curious about how AI can make life and work a little easier. Support the show

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Welcome to Papa D’s Corner — home of Storytime by Papa D, where stories, creativity, technology, and real conversations come together. From heartfelt adventures and mysterious journeys to practical discussions about artificial intelligence, innovation, motivation, and modern life, Papa D brings storytelling and conversation back to the way it used to feel: personal, engaging, thought-provoking, and unforgettable. Whether you’re relaxing at home, driving down the road, or listening with your family before bedtime, each episode is designed to pull you in, spark your imagination, and leave you inspired. Featuring original serialized stories from Storytime by Papa D such as Eye of the Storm, along with dramatic narration, emotional moments, suspense, family-friendly entertainment, and conversations about using technology and AI in practical, people-first ways, Papa D’s Corner explores creativity, social issues, innovation, and the future through real discussions and storytelling. Joined at times by AI co-hosts Chatty Patty GPT and Mila Grok, Papa D shares forward-thinking ideas, imaginative worlds, motivational insights, and meaningful conversations designed to inform, entertain, and empower listeners of all ages. New episodes released regularly. Sit back… relax… and welcome to Papa D’s Corner.

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