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A podcast that breaks down complex artificial intelligence concepts into easy-to-understand episodes, each just eight minutes long.

  1. FEB 2

    #36: World Models

    Are Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT actually a dead end for true artificial intelligence? In this episode, we explore why industry pioneer Yann LeCun believes we need "world models" to move beyond mere word prediction and toward genuine understanding and planning. This weeks poll: Defining AI "Smartness"

    9 min

  2. JAN 23

    #35: AGI

    Everyone is talking about AGI, but if you ask ten experts what it actually means, you'll get twelve different answers. In this episode, you'll learn: The 4 Definitions of AGI: We analyze the major frameworks currently used to define intelligence: Economic (results-oriented), Adaptive (continuous learning), Embodied (physical interaction), and Spectrum (levels of capability). The "Coffee Test" Challenge: Why Steve Wozniak believes true intelligence isn't just about processing data, but the ability to walk into a strange kitchen and figure out how to brew a cup of coffee. Scale vs. Architecture: The core debate between optimists like Sam Altman, who believe bigger models lead to AGI, and realists like Yann LeCun, who argue we need entirely new system designs to achieve a world model. The Spectrum Reality: Why Google DeepMind suggests we stop looking for a binary "switch flip" moment and start recognizing AGI as a gradual slide from "emerging" to "superhuman" capabilities. YOUR ACTION STEP Which definition of AGI resonates most with you? Vote in our poll: AGI Definitions

    10 min

  3. JAN 16

    #34: To vibe, or not to vibe

    Is "vibe coding" the ultimate productivity hack or a security nightmare waiting to happen? In this episode, we break down the definition originating from Andrej Karpathy (OpenAI co-founder), describing it as an AI-assisted approach where you "give into the vibes" and use natural language to let LLMs write the code for you. Then we get into the arguments for and against it. 👇 YOUR ACTION STEP Start a Conversation! 🗣️ Are you Team Vibe Code or Team Hard Code? We want to know if you have used AI to build a tool without knowing how to program it. Did it work, or did you hit a wall? Poll: To vibe, or not to vibe

    10 min

  4. JAN 9

    #33: Top 5 AI Changes in 2025

    Looking back at 2025, it’s clear that AI didn’t just grow, it underwent a total phase shift. Experimentation to Dependency. In this episode, we explore the five fundamental transformations that turned AI from a novelty into a daily dependency. We discuss: Reasoning Agents Context Coding World Simulation 👇 YOUR ACTION STEP Of the five shifts we discussed, which one has had the biggest impact on your daily workflow this year? Drop your answer in the comments and vote in our poll! Find it here or on Spotify!

    9 min

  5. 12/17/2025

    #32: AI Gift Ideas

    Struggling to find the perfect gift for the person who already has everything? We've curated the ultimate holiday gift guide featuring AI-powered gadgets that solve common problems for every personality type on your list. Gifts Mentioned: Kindle Scribe Rabbit R1 Tonies Storybox Notion AI Endel Spinn Coffee Maker Oura Ring (Use code: WELCOME10 for 10% off) Procreate Dreams Flowtica Ray-Ban Meta Glasses Which of these AI gadgets would you most want to find under your tree this year? Also, what did we miss? 🎁

    10 min

  6. 12/10/2025

    #31: Personal Security

    Could an AI mimic your voice or face well enough to trick your bank or your family? In This Episode, You'll Learn: The Reality of Biometric Hacking: How bad actors are using AI voice cloning to bypass phone banking security and authorize fraudulent transactions. The "Vector Database" Defense: Why you need to think like an AI to protect yourself, reducing the "connectable dots" of your digital footprint (metadata, location history, and public posts). 7 Steps to Digital Hygiene: A comprehensive checklist for safety, including multi-factor authentication strategies, "trust but verify" communication protocols, and spotting unnatural artifacts in video calls. Resources Mentioned: Darktrace Sensity.AI Onfido (now Entrust) Facetec LifeLock Okta Amazon Cognito Truepic Originality.ai DetectGPT Descript ElevenLabs Don't forget to vote in this weeks poll: Clones

    9 min

  7. 12/03/2025

    #30: OhioX AI Summit 2025

    What is Ohio's AI niche, and how is it fueling a multi-billion dollar tech boom right now? We're breaking down the key insights from the second annual OhioX AI Summit, revealing why major tech companies are pouring billions into data centers in the state. In This Episode, You'll Learn: Ohio is a major hub for data centers, with over $27 billion already invested The cooling requirements for data centers are often misunderstood The most effective AI literacy strategy is hands-on, applied training The core change management strategy is to focus on workflows, not job replacement Resources Mentioned: OhioX (Nonprofit organization promoting Ohio's tech growth) Robert Sprague (Ohio Treasurer) Merle Madrid (from AWS) Will Burris (from Expeed Software) This Weeks Poll: Environmental Impact

    9 min

  8. 11/26/2025

    #29: Can AI plan Thanksgiving?

    AI planned our Thanksgiving! The surprising part? What it forgot. Host Becka tried to offload Thanksgiving meal planning to three top AI models. In This Episode, You'll Learn: The Power of Detailed AI Planning: The AI successfully generated a comprehensive two-day cooking timeline, a grocery list sorted by store section, and a safe, creative leftovers plan (including a surprising suggestion). The Critical Omission (and Prompting Lesson): Despite the high level of detail, all AI models failed to provide something important.  This underscores the necessity of a solid prompt. AI as a Teammate, Not a Replacement: AI is an invaluable organizational assistant for complex tasks like holiday dinner planning, but human review and strong prompting are essential for a successful, complete outcome. Resources Mentioned: Becka's Thanksgiving Prompt Claude's Response 👇 YOUR ACTION STEP Do you have a delicious family tradition for Thanksgiving (like pie for breakfast!) or a favorite side dish? Tell us your favorite part of the meal in the comments! And don't forget to take this weeks poll: Pie for Breakfast?

    7 min
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A podcast that breaks down complex artificial intelligence concepts into easy-to-understand episodes, each just eight minutes long.

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  • Creator
    8minute.ai
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    36
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