The Prompt

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. JAN 26

    My 2025 AI Wrapped + 2026 Predictions

    In this episode of The Prompt, Jim reflects on past AI predictions and how they played out, using his own custom AI to review trends. He notes some highlights: mainly that multimodal AI is now mainstream, with a market projected at $11–$27 billion by 2030–2034 and annual growth near 37%. Personalized AI assistants have evolved into agentic, workflow-orchestrating “AI co-workers.” But some of Jim’s predictions are still unfolding... Regulatory frameworks are maturing but fragmented, with the EU AI Act leading detailed requirements and the US issuing guidance, though a unified global standard remains elusive. Full autonomy in AI medical diagnosis is not yet widespread; most systems still require physician oversight. Looking ahead to 2026, Jim predicts agent stacks embedded in team operations, coordinated tasks, and a 50-70% reduction in human intervention for repetitive work. Search will shift from information gathering to direct action, with AI completing tasks inside apps. Deep, autonomous research will be routine, compressing strategy cycles from months to weeks. Robotics will focus on logistics, retail, and healthcare, tightly integrated with software agents. Plus, expect to see content budgets shift heavily toward promotion as creation becomes cheaper and faster. “These predictions aren't just about technology. They're about how we work, how we build, and how we create value in a world where AI is everywhere. The companies and individuals who win won't be the ones with the best models. They'll be the ones who wire AI into their operations, measure what matters, and build resilient distribution channels.” 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/

    9 min
  2. JAN 21

    How PARASOCIAL Relationships are Reshaping Business

    "Parasocial" is Cambridge Dictionary's 2025 word of the year, updated to include AI relationships. Originally coined by Donald Horton and Richard Wohl to describe one-sided bonds with media figures, it's now central to digital society. Research in 2024-2025 finds AI-powered parasocial bonds reduce loneliness, especially for people with limited social access. These connections are stable and consistent, unlike human relationships, and function as emotional anchors. For teenagers and neurodivergent people, AI chatbots offer a low-risk space to practice social interaction and build confidence. Mentorship is another emerging benefit. Fitness, finance, and productivity influencers (e.g., Mel Robbins) utilize parasocial dynamics to motivate positive change. When creators share struggles, they foster a "parasocial permission structure" that helps others seek real support. AI "digital minds" such as Matthew Hussey's dating bot, Jay Abraham's business advisor, and Lewis Howes' searchable podcast agent, allow users to access expert advice tailored to their needs. These agents are built on real people's thoughts and voices, scaling trust and expertise beyond traditional limits. The core message: AI isn't replacing connection, but scaling it. The distance between follower and friend is vanishing, with AI-enabled presence guiding people from passive engagement to meaningful action and community. 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/

    7 min
  3. JAN 19

    Build Like The Clock is RUNNING OUT

    Greg Isenberg’s philosophy of “building like the clock’s running out” anchors this episode. Jim Carter explains how AI tools and social platforms have removed traditional barriers: coding, design, marketing, and distribution are now accessible to anyone. Jim highlights how TikTok and Instagram Reels currently provide up to 80% organic reach for high-performing content, in contrast to Facebook’s dwindling 5%—a rare, temporary window for rapid audience growth. The core shift isn’t just technical but mental. Greg’s advice—“ship before you understand it”—urges founders to learn by doing, not by over-planning. Isenberg’s focus on “building what you wish existed” pushes founders to strip away ego and ruthlessly prioritize features that drive actual growth. Jim emphasizes that AI products are now measured against headcount, not just software competitors—firms ask if a tool replaces entire teams. This means founders need less capital, can bootstrap longer, and should only pursue venture capital if aiming for massive scale or IPO. Design is positioned as a trust shortcut: clean interfaces directly impact conversions. Founder-led growth—leveraging your personal brand for distribution—is now crucial. “Distribution is the new product.” If no one sees your work, it doesn’t matter how good it is. Jim shares Greg’s framework: go niche, leverage AI for speed, experiment relentlessly, cut what doesn’t work, and study distribution. "AI makes it easy to make things; the hard part is making things that matter. build like the world’s ending in a year but your idea has to outlive it" - Greg Isenberg The risk of moving slow now outweighs the risk of launching imperfect products. The episode is a clear, urgent call to action for founders to seize today’s fleeting advantages. Read the full quote here: https://jimcarter.me/newsletter/build-like-clock-running-out/ 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
  4. JAN 14

    Can You AVOID the SEO Death Zone?

    In this episode, Jim Carter breaks down the seismic shift in SEO due to Google’s AI Overviews. 69% of searches now end with no site visit, as Google answers queries directly. When AI summaries are present, 80% of searches result in zero clicks to external sites. This has led to catastrophic losses for publishers: news sites lost 600 million visits per month, with outlets like CNN and Business Insider seeing up to half their search traffic disappear. Educational sites fare worse—Chegg lost 49% of its traffic and 90% of its market value, prompting a lawsuit against Google for “stealing” content. AI Overviews, which launched recently, now appear in over 50% of searches and are projected to reach 84% by 2026. The data shows that even the top-ranked results lose a third of their traffic when these summaries are present. Most affected sectors include news, education, travel, and how-to publishers, with some losing more than 90% of their traffic. Carter warns that we're witnessing a massive transfer of value. “When publishers can’t make money from their content, they stop creating it. When they stop creating it, what exactly will AI have left to summarize?” He urges creators to focus on owned platforms (email, SMS, podcasts, communities), leverage unique human experiences, and shore up structured data. Carter concludes: adapt quickly, as “the biggest shift in web economics since the dawn of search engines” is happening now. 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. 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
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. 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

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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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