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The Prompt ft. Jim Carter
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Welcome to The Prompt, where we explore the cutting edge of content creation and technology. Jim Carter introduces a groundbreaking shift in podcasting and content production, delving deep into the world of AI. He shares how AI is not just a tool but a creative collaborator reshaping the landscape of content creation. Jim discusses the limitless possibilities AI brings to the table, from generating diverse and engaging content to pushing the boundaries of creativity. The Prompt is an exciting, new type of podcast that is fully generated by AI - a vision executed from inside of Jim's mind. Shows are 100% authentic and use Artificial Intelligence to support the rapid distribution and growth of this new technology channel. Join Jim as he kicks off this new concept and discover the future of content creation powered by AI, one prompt at a time, with him.

  1. 12/24/2025

    How AI Is Solving Philanthropy’s $300 Billion Problem

    $300B dollars are sitting idle in Donor Advised Funds—just waiting to be put to good use. On this episode of The Prompt, Jim Carter dives deep into the world of philanthropy and the game-changing role artificial intelligence is beginning to play in getting that money moving. Jim talks about a recent conversation he had with his good friend Mike Spear, the founder of Altruous, that had him rethinking everything he thought he knew about charitable giving and nonprofit evaluation. Mike’s no stranger to the impact space, having helped Classy.org raise billions for causes worldwide, but what really sets this chat apart is how he tackled the age-old problem of “evaluation paralysis.” Turns out, most of that philanthropic money isn’t being spent because evaluating nonprofit programs is slow, expensive, and downright overwhelming. Twenty to forty hours per program, endless paperwork, and missed opportunities. Altruous flips that script using advanced AI—generating in-depth, 25-page program evaluations in mere seconds, not weeks. The way it works is pretty slick: the platform pulls in third-party data, combines it with info from organizations, and uses AI to spit out comprehensive, real-time reports. But the magic isn’t just in automation. Mike and his team are obsessed with keeping humans in the loop. AI does the heavy lifting, while real people add context, ask the hard questions, and make sure cultural sensitivity and nuance aren’t lost in the data. Plus, Jim shares his go-to framework for AI adoption: What takes too long? What costs too much? What good work could you do more of? Apply that lens, and the case for AI in philanthropy is obvious. AI-powered tools like Altruous can supercharge efficiency (think: 30% boost), reduce admin overload, and let more money flow to where it’s needed most. But there are real concerns too—data use, cost, and over-automation. The episode doesn’t shy away from these, but instead, it’s all about thoughtful, human-centered integration. If you’re ready to keep exploring what’s next with AI — not just watching it happen but actually building with it — come hang out in CTRL + ALT + BUILD. It’s where entrepreneurs, creatives, and curious minds are experimenting with real workflows, sharing what’s working, and learning together in real time. You’ll get early access to my experiments, prompts, and behind-the-scenes breakdowns before they hit the feed. Join fellow builders here: https://jimcarter.me/ctrl-alt-build-ai-community/

    6 min

  2. 12/22/2025

    The Wild West Days of AI Are Over

    “If your doctor were only right a third of the time, would you trust them?” OpenAI’s recent move to block ChatGPT from giving out personalized medical, legal, and financial advice is a seismic shift in how we use AI, and Jim wastes no time diving into what this means for all of us. Jim breaks down the “why” behind this decision, sharing real-world horror stories that make the risks crystal clear. He talks about the man who landed in the ER after following ChatGPT’s advice to substitute table salt with sodium bromide, and mentions botched legal docs and misdiagnoses that have caused real harm. It’s not just about hypothetical dangers; people have already been hurt. But it’s not all doom and gloom. Jim explains how the AI landscape is evolving, with specialized platforms like CounselPro and AlphaSense taking center stage. Instead of generic advice bots, we’re seeing a new breed of AI tools that work hand-in-hand with licensed professionals, keeping compliance and accountability front and center. Listeners get a front-row seat to the market’s rapid adaptation: startups pivoting their APIs, compliance checks being baked in, and a push for transparency and audit trails. Jim doesn’t shy away from the frustrations some users feel, especially those who have barriers to professional services. But he’s clear: “You can’t have AI systems giving medical advice that lands people in the hospital.” What’s the big takeaway? This shift is the start of a smarter, safer era. The future belongs to sector-specific, compliant tools that augment human expertise. And for anyone building or using AI, that’s the real opportunity. Feeling fired up about the future of AI? Jim invites listeners to join his Slack community, Control + Alt + Build, where founders and enthusiasts share strategies and navigate the world of AI together. If you want to stay ahead of the curve, this is where you need to be. Join fellow builders here: https://jimcarter.me/ctrl-alt-build-ai-community/ Don’t miss the conversation — this is the episode that’ll change how you think about AI, forever.

    5 min

  3. 12/17/2025

    Exploring AI in Philanthropy and Tech with Mike Spear and Jim Carter

    On this episode of The Prompt, Jim Carter shares a special recording with his close friend, Mike Spear, founder of Altrous. They jump into their decade-long friendship, philanthropy, and the evolution of AI and technology. Mike, a pivotal figure in philanthropic tech space who helped Classy.org raise funds for nonprofits before it was acquired by GoFundMe, discusses his new startup and their shared passion for impactful technology. They explore the transformational potential of AI within the social impact sector, sharing stories and insights on simplifying the complex nature of philanthropy. Jim highlights the practical applications of AI to save time, cut costs, and achieve greater output, while ensuring data integrity and cultural sensitivity. This episode underscores the importance of adapting to AI for sustained impact and efficiency in the nonprofit field. Check out Mike's startup at https://www.altruous.org/ 00:00 Introduction to a Special Episode 00:26 Meet Mike Spear: A Decade of Philanthropy 03:57 The Pineapple Fund: A Bitcoin Philanthropy Story 13:25 Personal Growth and Philanthropy 17:53 AI and Its Impact on the Social Sector 22:39 Leveraging AI for Nonprofits 42:12 Building Digital Clones for Influencers 45:22 The Power of AI for Personal and Organizational Use 46:49 AI's Role in Streamlining Processes and Reducing Costs 48:57 Adapting to AI: A Necessity for Impact Organizations 50:28 The Importance of Innovation in Philanthropy 54:09 The Journey and Vision Behind Altruist 58:53 Leveraging AI for Impact Evaluation 01:05:13 The Future of AI in Philanthropy and Personal Projects 01:13:11 Personal Reflections and Future Aspirations 01:28:47 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Guests

    1h 30m

  4. 11/26/2025

    Inside the Library of Minds

    Traditional podcasts are like books – they’re one-way streets. You can’t raise your hand or ask for clarification. When it’s over, it’s over.” That’s the punch Jim throws right out of the gate in this episode of The Prompt, and what follows is a wild ride into the future of learning, mentorship, and human expertise. This week, Jim dives deep into Delphi’s brand-new Library of Minds – a podcast-meets-AI experiment that flips the whole idea of listening on its head. Here’s the twist: every episode drops alongside a Digital Mind of the guest. That means after you’ve heard Keith Rabois drop wisdom on building billion-dollar companies, you can turn around and ask his AI clone your own startup questions. Or, after Stanley Tang unpacks DoorDash’s wild journey, you can actually chat with his Digital Mind about your own operational headaches. It’s not just podcasting, it’s interactive mentorship on demand. Jim unpacks why this matters, anchoring it to the famous “2 Sigma Problem” in education – one-on-one tutoring just works, but it’s never been scalable. Delphi’s tech, powered by adaptive temporal knowledge graphs and state-of-the-art models from Cerebras, aims to smash through that bottleneck by making expert guidance available anytime, anywhere. And this isn’t just parroting what the guest said on air – these Digital Minds are built from each guest’s entire digital footprint. There’s a killer moment when Jim breaks down how this isn’t about replacing real conversations, but making them better. With Digital Minds handling the basics, you show up for actual human interactions sharper, more prepared, and ready to go deeper. This is “conversational media” – a new category somewhere between podcasts, books, and coaching. Anecdotes from Keith Rabois, Stanley Tang, and Roelof Botha drive home how the tech works in practice, while Jim’s excitement is infectious when he points to where this could go next – CEOs onboarding at scale, coaches monetizing expertise 24/7, and anyone being able to access personalized wisdom that used to be locked away behind personal connections. If you’re curious about the future of AI learning, mentorship, or just want to get hands-on with the minds behind some of the world’s most successful companies, this episode’s a must-listen. If you’re ready to keep exploring what’s next with AI — not just watching it happen but actually building with it — come hang out in CTRL + ALT + BUILD. It’s where entrepreneurs, creatives, and curious minds are experimenting with real workflows, sharing what’s working, and learning together in real time. You’ll get early access to my experiments, prompts, and behind-the-scenes breakdowns before they hit the feed. Join fellow builders here: https://jimcarter.me/ctrl-alt-build-ai-community/

    6 min

  5. 11/24/2025

    Will Smart Glasses Replace Your Phone?

    Meta and Ray-Ban now dominate seventy-three percent of the global smart glasses market, with two million pairs sold since 2023. That’s the kind of jaw-dropping stat Jim dives into in this week’s episode of The Prompt. He’s not just rattling off numbers; he’s lived with these glasses, tested them, and is here to break down why this partnership is completely changing the wearable tech game. Jim opens with what makes these glasses so different from the clunky first-gen wearables we all remember. Forget about awkward, obvious headsets. The latest Ray-Ban Meta glasses have a 12MP camera, shoot crisp 3K video, and hide a subtle screen you only see when you need it. Oh, and the “Neural Band” lets you control everything with tiny muscle movements—no more yelling at your glasses or poking at your face. This is real sci-fi stuff, but it’s actually on the market right now. He doesn’t shy away from the big questions, either. Yes, the privacy concerns are real—and he’s honest about the need for discussions around data and always-on cameras. But the market is speaking: people are buying, using, and loving these things for everything from livestreaming to real-time translation. Jim’s fascinated by the business angle, too. EssilorLuxottica, the parent behind Ray-Ban, saw smart glasses sales rocket 200% in the first half of 2025. With ten million units planned for next year, it's clear this is a revolution in how we interact with technology and the internet. And, as he points out, Meta’s partnership with a fashion powerhouse like Ray-Ban is the secret sauce that Google Glass never had. Key takeaways? Smart glasses are poised to replace the smartphone as our main digital interface. The social stigma is fading, job opportunities are growing, and there’s a gold rush coming for developers and businesses. As Jim puts it: “Sometimes the best innovation isn’t about creating something new—it’s about making the futuristic feel familiar.” If you’re ready to keep exploring what’s next with AI — not just watching it happen but actually building with it — come hang out in CTRL + ALT + BUILD. It’s where entrepreneurs, creatives, and curious minds are experimenting with real workflows, sharing what’s working, and learning together in real time. You’ll get early access to my experiments, prompts, and behind-the-scenes breakdowns before they hit the feed. Join fellow builders here: https://jimcarter.me/ctrl-alt-build-ai-community/

    5 min

  6. 11/19/2025

    Will Sora 2 Replace TikTok?

    Sora 2, OpenAI’s latest AI video engine, is a leap forward in synthetic media. Unlike earlier tools, it produces video with highly realistic physics—basketballs bounce off rims, paddle boards flex, and water reacts naturally. The system generates synchronized audio, aligning dialogue and effects precisely with visuals, resulting in a seamless audiovisual experience. OpenAI built a TikTok-like platform around Sora 2, enabling users to scroll, remix, and share AI-generated content. The app quickly topped the App Store, signaling massive interest. The platform encourages creativity over addictive engagement, even limiting scrolling for younger users. The "cameos" feature stands out: users upload a short sample of themselves, and Sora 2 can convincingly generate new videos with their appearance and voice in any context. This raises huge questions about consent, copyright, and what’s real—especially as viral deepfakes proliferate. Technically, Sora 2 boasts 300B+ parameters using a "mixture of experts" approach. It generates up to 20-second, 1080p videos (or 4K for Pro users) at industry-leading speeds. The potential to disrupt stock footage, advertising, education, and filmmaking is enormous, with the market projected to grow from $1.85B (2024) to $11.7B (2033). OpenAI embeds watermarks and metadata, requires ID for cameos, and implements content filters, but moderating at scale remains a challenge. Sora 2’s physics and audio integration beat rivals like Google Veo 3, Runway Gen-3, and Pika Labs. The episode concludes by positioning Sora 2 as a paradigm shift akin to desktop publishing or smartphone photography, urging thoughtful, transparent use to maintain trust as synthetic and real media converge. If you’re ready to keep exploring what’s next with AI — not just watching it happen but actually building with it — come hang out in CTRL + ALT + BUILD. It’s where entrepreneurs, creatives, and curious minds are experimenting with real workflows, sharing what’s working, and learning together in real time. You’ll get early access to my experiments, prompts, and behind-the-scenes breakdowns before they hit the feed. Join fellow builders here: https://jimcarter.me/ctrl-alt-build-ai-community/

    6 min

  7. 11/17/2025

    Why Gemini Is Already BEATING ChatGPT

    Google’s Gemini is already a stealth force in AI, eclipsing the chatbot hype cycle by embedding AI directly into the workflows and tools people already use. This episode of The Prompt reveals Gemini’s massive growth from 7 million to 450 million users in 18 months, with adoption by 41% of Fortune 500 firms. Unlike rivals that tack on multimodal features, Gemini was built from the ground up to handle text, images, audio, and video natively. Use cases include instant dashboard light explanations via phone camera, auto-organized screenshots, and searchable uploads—features already in daily use on millions of devices. Users save an average of 105 minutes weekly, reflecting tangible productivity gains. But it is not just individual users seeing results. Gemini delivers real-world business impact. Toyota has saved 10,000+ man-hours annually, Mercedes and UPS have streamlined processes, and healthcare leaders like Bayer and Click Therapeutics have used Gemini to accelerate research and clinical trials. “Google isn’t trying to build a better chatbot. They’re embedding AI so deeply into the tools billions of people already use that it becomes invisible.” Gemini signals a shift from AI as a destination to AI as an ambient, ubiquitous utility, challenging the relevance of standalone chatbots in the future. If you’re ready to keep exploring what’s next with AI — not just watching it happen but actually building with it — come hang out in CTRL + ALT + BUILD. It’s where entrepreneurs, creatives, and curious minds are experimenting with real workflows, sharing what’s working, and learning together in real time. You’ll get early access to my experiments, prompts, and behind-the-scenes breakdowns before they hit the feed. Join fellow builders here: https://jimcarter.me/ctrl-alt-build-ai-community/

    6 min

  8. 08/25/2025

    How a SLACK Message Sparked a TRILLION Dollar Nightmare

    A trillion-dollar mistake from a Slack message? In this episode of The Prompt, Jim Carter dives into the jaw-dropping saga of Anthropic, the AI company that allegedly pirated millions of books to train its models. This isn't your typical "oops" moment—it's a potential class action lawsuit that could cost them over a trillion dollars. Yes, trillion with a "T." Jim kicks things off by reminiscing about the good old days of Napster and FTP servers, setting the stage for a story that’s as much about nostalgia as it is about legal drama. But this isn't just a trip down memory lane. It's a cautionary tale about the high stakes of cutting corners in the AI industry. The episode unpacks how Anthropic's executives, not just some rogue employees, actively sought out pirated content. When the FBI shut down Z-Library, Anthropic's co-founder found a mirror site and shared it with colleagues, sparking a digital heist that could rival any Hollywood script. The latest update? Judge Alsup ruled that training AI on legally purchased books is fair use, but Anthropic's methods were anything but legal. Jim highlights the staggering potential damages—up to $150,000 per pirated book. With millions of books involved, the numbers soar into the trillions, threatening to topple Anthropic unless they can find real cash, not just cloud credits, to cover the costs. The AI industry is at a crossroads. This case could redefine how companies handle training data, pushing them towards legitimate licensing or public domain materials. Jim’s advice? Treat data provenance like financial compliance—document everything and avoid shortcuts. Jim wraps up with a call to action: join his Slack community 🔗https://jimcarter.me/ctrl-alt-build-ai-community/ to discuss the real implications of AI development. Learn how to build AI responsibly and avoid turning your billion-dollar dream into a trillion-dollar nightmare. Because, as Jim says, if it seems too good to be true, it probably is.

    5 min
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Welcome to The Prompt, where we explore the cutting edge of content creation and technology. Jim Carter introduces a groundbreaking shift in podcasting and content production, delving deep into the world of AI. He shares how AI is not just a tool but a creative collaborator reshaping the landscape of content creation. Jim discusses the limitless possibilities AI brings to the table, from generating diverse and engaging content to pushing the boundaries of creativity. The Prompt is an exciting, new type of podcast that is fully generated by AI - a vision executed from inside of Jim's mind. Shows are 100% authentic and use Artificial Intelligence to support the rapid distribution and growth of this new technology channel. Join Jim as he kicks off this new concept and discover the future of content creation powered by AI, one prompt at a time, with him.

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