Prompt First, Ask Later

Ken Peel

AI moves fast. We move faster. Prompt First, Ask Later is the podcast from the Spej team — a crew of founders, engineers, and operators who deploy enterprise AI for a living. We break down what's working, what's hype, and what business leaders actually need to know. Hot takes on industry news, behind-the-scenes stories from real AI projects, and conversations with the people navigating AI adoption at their companies. No jargon. No boring keynote energy. Just real conversations from people who do the work. Hosted by Ken Peel and Sagar Pandya. New episodes every week.

  1. 7h ago

    AI Generates Rap Song in 32 Seconds

    Sagar talks about the use of AI music generation to create a personalized rap song for a fitness enthusiast. It delves into the process of using AI to generate music and the unique experience of receiving a personalized rap song. Takeaways AI music generationPersonalized rap song

  2. 1d ago

    AI's Rapid Adoption: A Double-Edged Sword

    Ken, Sagar and Joseph delve into the rapid adoption of technology and the challenges it poses for society. It also highlights the need for careful consideration in decision making, especially in the context of safe AI usage. Takeaways Rapid technology adoptionConsiderations for decision makingSafe AI usage

  3. 2d ago

    AI: A Cultural Divide?

    Ken, Sagar and Joseph explore the potential cultural and philosophical divide surrounding AI and data centers, drawing parallels to debates on topics like vaccines and the gun debate. It also touches on the importance of educating people about AI and data safeguards. Takeaways Cultural and philosophical divide around AIImportance of educating people about AI and data safeguards

  4. 5d ago

    AI In Pop Culture - Part 2

    Welcome! Thanks for checking out the Prompt First, Ask Later Podcast. Hosts: Ken Peel, Sagar Pandya & Jodeph Kim. Ken, Sagar and Joseph explore the impact of AI on pop culture, particularly in the realm of music and art. It delves into the use of AI in music generation, the ethical implications of AI-generated content, and the challenges of AI adoption and perception. The discussion also touches on the need for education, regulation, and safeguards in AI usage. Takeaways AI's influence on pop culture extends to music and art, raising ethical and regulatory concerns.The conversation highlights the need for education, regulation, and safeguards in AI usage. Chapters 00:00 AI in Music: The Rise of AI-Generated Bands02:15 AI Music Generation and Ethical Implications05:07 The Soul of Art: Human vs. AI Creativity08:38 AI Perception and Adoption Challenges22:43 AI's PR Problem and the Need for Education29:08 The Cultural Divide and AI's Impact on Society

  5. Jul 19

    How AI Has Affected Pop Culture

    Welcome! Thanks for checking out the Prompt First, Ask Later Podcast. Hosts: Ken Peel, Sagar Pandya & Jodeph Kim. Ken, Sagar and Joseph delve into the emergence of AI in pop culture, AI's impact on fantasy baseball, Tesla's autopilot and AI reasoning, and the portrayal of AI in movies such as Lost in Space, 2001: A Space Odyssey, and Star Trek: The Motion Picture. The discussion highlights the intersection of AI and human experience in various contexts, from sports to entertainment. The conversation delves into the philosophical themes explored in movies, the evolution of AI in movies, the impact of AI on society, the apocalyptic nature of AI, the age of Jarvis vs. the age of Ultron, the uncertainty of AI implementation, and embracing AI with confidence. Takeaways AI's influence in pop culture and everyday lifeThe evolving representation of AI in movies and its reflection of real-world AI advancements Exploring philosophical themes in moviesThe impact of AI on society Chapters 00:00 The Emergence of AI in Pop Culture03:00 AI in Fantasy Baseball08:01 Tesla's Autopilot and AI Reasoning11:01 AI in Movies: Lost in Space and 2001: A Space Odyssey19:04 Star Trek: The Motion Picture and AI Representation27:09 Exploring Philosophical Themes in Movies28:06 The Evolution of AI in Movies29:05 The Impact of AI on Society30:36 The Apocalyptic Nature of AI53:10 The Age of Jarvis vs. The Age of Ultron55:14 The Uncertainty of AI Implementation57:18 Embracing AI with Confidence

  6. Jul 9

    AI Security: Prioritize Before Speed

    Sagar emphasizes the importance of maintaining good security posture regardless of the speed of AI rollout. It highlights that security should not be dependent on the use of AI and should be a fundamental aspect of organizational readiness. Takeaways Security should not be dependent on the speed of AI rolloutGood security posture is essential regardless of AI usage

  7. Jul 4

    Is Speed Sacrificing Quality in the Age of AI?

    Ken and Saga delve into the trade-off between quality and speed in AI development, with a focus on the challenges of maintaining high standards in a rapidly evolving field. The concept of the trifecta - cheap, fast, good quality - is explored as a framework for decision-making in AI development. Takeaways Balancing quality and speed in AI developmentThe trade-off between cheap, fast, and good quality in AI

  8. Jul 4

    AI's Speed vs Quality Dilemma

    Ken and Sagar explore the trade-off between speed and quality in AI development, questioning whether the rapid pace of innovation is compromising the thoroughness of testing and quality assurance processes. Takeaways Balancing speed and quality in AI developmentImportance of thorough QA and testing in AI

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AI moves fast. We move faster. Prompt First, Ask Later is the podcast from the Spej team — a crew of founders, engineers, and operators who deploy enterprise AI for a living. We break down what's working, what's hype, and what business leaders actually need to know. Hot takes on industry news, behind-the-scenes stories from real AI projects, and conversations with the people navigating AI adoption at their companies. No jargon. No boring keynote energy. Just real conversations from people who do the work. Hosted by Ken Peel and Sagar Pandya. New episodes every week.

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  • Creator
    Ken Peel
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Ken Peel