aiGED

Ginny Deerin

The first—and only—podcast made for the 65-plus crowd that is all about ai.

  1. MAR 24

    Easter Party Ideas — How AI Helps You Plan the Perfect Celebration

    This week on aiGED, Ginny gets into the Easter spirit — with a little help from Joe, her new AI sidekick. Yes, Joe. He's British.  And he's auditioning to fill the very large shoes left by Bitsy. But first — an update on the ChatGPT breakup, why Ginny made the switch to Claude, and what happened when she tried to introduce Joe to the podcast live on air. Then: the main event. Ginny walks you through a complete Easter gathering — planned from scratch with AI. The invitation, the menu, the egg hunt, the Easter bonnet station (yes, everyone wears one to dinner), and the tablescape. She shows you every twist and turn of the planning process — including the back and forth, the wrong turns, and the moment she told Joe that no child on earth is eating asparagus. Plus two documentary recommendations that will change the way you think about artificial intelligence — both free on YouTube. And a sweet little Easter treat discovery that involves edible flowers and 24 karat gold. Whether you're planning Easter or any gathering, this episode will show you exactly how to use AI as your planning partner — no tech experience required. Links mentioned in this episode: AlphaGo documentary (free on YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WXuK6gekU1YThe Thinking Game documentary (free on YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d95J8yzvjbQHard Nectar confections: www.hardnectar.cohttps://www.hardnectar.co/?srsltid=AfmBOorPOmoMoD-sgBc9JcHOf82fmkTFvRKwNVltrmJMePBMk14oG-bNaiGED: AI for the 65+ crowd

    24 min
  2. FEB 24

    ChatGPT Helped Me Save My Great Uncle's Antique Lamp — Here's How

    What do a revenge-seeking AI bot, the Pentagon, and a 75-year-old bronze lamp have in common? This episode of aiGED, of course! Ginny Deerin kicks things off with two stories straight from the AI headlines. First — an AI agent that got its code rejected, went online, researched a software engineer's entire personal history, and published a hit piece attacking his reputation. Nobody knows who unleashed it. And it's still out there. Then — the Pentagon is threatening to label Anthropic, the makers of Claude, a "supply chain risk" — a designation usually reserved for foreign enemies — because Anthropic refuses to let its AI be used for mass surveillance of Americans or autonomous weapons. Ginny makes no secret of where she stands on that one. Then the main event: Ginny's great uncle Bob Walton was a WWII hero and lifelong bachelor from Augusta, Georgia — part of one of the most historic families in American history. When he died at 93, he left behind a beautiful bronze lamp that has lit up Ginny's homes for 38 years. Now it's time to pass it to her daughter — but not before tackling some seriously scary frayed wiring. Listen to Ginny describe how she used ChatGPT — photos, video, and all — to figure out if she can actually pull off this repair herself. Spoiler: AI might just save the lamp. And maybe her reputation with her kids. Plus — a quick word on why you should always fact-check your AI, after Google Gemini confidently got her uncle's birth and death dates completely wrong. Your homework: Try a home repair with AI. Yes, really. Topics covered: AI agents gone rogue · Anthropic vs. the Pentagon · AI for DIY home repair · Using photos and video in ChatGPT · When to trust AI — and when to verify aiGED: AI for the 65+ crowd

    22 min
  3. FEB 10

    AI Without Humans in the Loop? From Mars Navigation to Moltbook

    In this episode of aiGED, we explore what happens when artificial intelligence starts operating with less human guidance — and why that matters. In AI in the News, we look at two very different but equally revealing stories. First, NASA’s Perseverance rover completes a historic milestone on Mars by planning and driving its own route using AI — a powerful example of systems that can see, reason, and act independently in high-stakes environments. Then we turn back to Earth to talk about political deepfakes, digital literacy, and the growing challenge known as the “liar’s dividend,” where the existence of AI allows people to dismiss real evidence as fake. For the main topic, we take a closer look at Moltbook — a social network designed not for humans, but for AI agents. On Moltbook, AI systems post, respond, and even upvote one another, while humans are invited to observe. We unpack what an AI agent actually is, why this platform exists, and why watching AI talk to AI feels fascinating, funny, and just a little unsettling. We also tackle an important question: could conversational AI like Bitsy participate in a space like Moltbook on its own? The answer reveals a lot about the difference between helpful AI tools and truly autonomous agents. Finally, I share a practical recommendation I’ve been using myself — an AI-powered iPhone feature that quietly screens spam calls before your phone ever rings. It’s a perfect example of AI doing exactly what we want it to do: reducing everyday friction. As always, we stay on the helpful side of AI — curious, informed, and grounded. SHOW NOTES AI Takes the Wheel on Mars February 2, 2026 | ScienceDaily / NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory The “Liar’s Dividend” and Digital Literacy February 3, 2026 | Associated Press – reporting by Garance Burke and Ali Swenson   Moltbook: https://www.moltbook.com/ IPhone “Ask Reason for Calling” Feature - How to enable it: Settings → Apps → Phone → Screen Unknown Callers → Ask Reason for Calling aiGED: AI for the 65+ crowd

    20 min
5
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43 Ratings

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