4 Guys Talking About AI

Andy Steuer, Neal Polachek, Greg Sterling, and John Girard

"4 Guys Talking About AI” is a podcast that breaks down the latest AI news, tools, and ethical debates, from ChatGPT to AI companions to the future of work, served up with humor and hot takes.Join four industry pros as they explore the latest breakthroughs in AI technology. Each episode delivers fresh insights, expert opinions, and in-depth discussions on the future of AI. Tune in on YouTube and in all your favorite audio-streaming platforms and stay ahead of the curve!

  1. OCT 24

    AI Is Reinventing the Service Industry—And Your Job Might Get Upgraded

    AI isn’t just coming for your job. It’s upgrading it. In this episode of 4 Guys Talking About AI, the crew digs into how automation is reshaping the $16 trillion global service industry, freeing up workers from repetitive tasks and boosting both profit and satisfaction. We explore:  💼 General Catalyst’s multibillion-dollar bet on automating professional services  📞 How Square’s new voice ordering agents are rewriting the rules of customer experience  🏨 The human touch: what a Stockholm hotel taught us about tech-enabled hospitality  🧩 OpenAI’s next move to become the operating system of everything: apps, agents, and commerce included  📊 Why AI adoption keeps climbing despite public hesitation From law firms to local restaurants, AI’s biggest success stories are happening behind the scenes and are quietly transforming how we serve, sell, and connect. Links mentioned in this episode: 🔗 The AI services transformation may be harder than VCs think ▶️ LinkedIn Co-Founder Opens Up on the Reality of AI Job Loss 🧠 Generative AI & Adobe Express Report 💳 Square Releases AI ⚙️ Sam Altman and Jony Ive’s AI Device (WIRED) 🚀 OpenAI DevDay 🛍️ OpenAI Partners with Etsy & Shopify / ChatGPT Checkout (Reuters) 📱 Introducing Apps in ChatGPT 🔥 Sora Hits 1M Downloads Faster Than ChatGPT (TechCrunch) 🎬 MPA Issues Statement on OpenAI’s Recent Release of Sora 2 📊 Artificial Intelligence in Daily Life: Views and Experiences (Pew Research) 🔔 Don’t miss what’s next in the AI revolution—subscribe for new episodes every week. 💬 How do you feel about AI in customer service—better or worse? Drop your thoughts below. 🎧 Listen to 4 Guys Talking About AI wherever you get your podcasts. Tune in now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major podcast platforms. ---------- 🎙️ About the Podcast 4 Guys Talking About AI: Join four industry pros as they explore the latest breakthroughs in AI technology. Each episode delivers fresh insights, expert opinions, and in-depth discussions on the future of AI. Tune in on YouTube and in all your favorite audio-streaming platforms and stay ahead of the curve! 🚀🤖

    33 min

  2. OCT 9

    How People Really Use ChatGPT, And Why It Matters More Than Metrics

    AI valuations are skyrocketing, money is looping through trillion-dollar cycles, and new research shows frontier models like Claude and GPT-5 are matching human experts in real-world work. In this episode of 4 Guys Talking About AI, our 2 Guys Andy and Greg unpack the latest shifts shaping AI’s future, and what they mean for businesses, workers, and everyday users. We explore: 📈 Anthropic’s $183B valuation and what it means for competitors like Perplexity and Mistral💸 The $100B AI money loop between OpenAI, Oracle, and Nvidia🧑‍💻 AI vs. Humans: how Claude and ChatGPT perform on real professional tasks🌍 The truth about how people are actually using ChatGPT, based on 1.5M conversations🔊 Greg’s firsthand review of Alexa Plus, Amazon’s next-gen voice assistantWhether you’re an AI skeptic or a power user, this episode gives you the insights you need to understand where the market, the money, and the tools are headed next. 🔔 Don’t just watch AI reshape the world from the sidelines—subscribe now for weekly insights. 💬 Which AI assistant do you trust most—Claude, ChatGPT, or Alexa? Drop your thoughts below. 🎧 Listen to the full episode of 4 Guys Talking About AI wherever you get your podcasts. 🔗 Tools & Articles Mentioned in This Episode:  Anthropic is Now Valued at $183 Billion Perplexity Comet Gemini in Chrome Lovable AI V0 (AI builder) Bolt.new (instant apps with AI) Cursor (AI coding environment) How People Are Using ChatGPT OpenAI’s Human vs. AI Work Study  World Economic Forum: Future of Jobs Report 2025 Is AI Taking College Graduate Jobs? ---------- 🎙️ About the Podcast 4 Guys Talking About AI: Join four industry pros as they explore the latest breakthroughs in AI technology. Each episode delivers fresh insights, expert opinions, and in-depth discussions on the future of AI. Tune in on YouTube and in all your favorite audio-streaming platforms and stay ahead of the curve! 🚀🤖

    29 min

  3. SEP 25

    From Agents to Anxiety: How AI Is Reshaping Work and the Web

    In this episode of 4 Guys Talking About AI, we dig into how everyday AI use is exploding—and what that means for business, government, and consumers. Chatbots now score 80%+ in accuracy and satisfaction, even showing up in 911 call centers to manage staffing shortages. But not everything is rosy: we dive into AI sycophancy, the dark side of overly flattering bots that may manipulate emotions. Meanwhile, Google isn’t going anywhere. Despite the AI boom, its stock is up 430% as people still turn to Google for local and brand searches while leaning on AI for top-of-funnel research. And inside companies? Agent-based structures are replacing hierarchies, powered by platforms like N8N—though a new MIT study warns 95% of orgs fail to see ROI from AI deployments. It’s the messy, fascinating reality of AI in 2025: helpful, manipulative, resilient, and disruptive all at once. 🔔 Stay sharp as AI takes over daily life—subscribe for weekly drops. 💬 Would you trust a chatbot with your 911 call? Let us know below. 🎧 Catch the full episode on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. 🔗 Articles Mentioned in This Episode: 911 Centers Are Turning to AI The Great Hack 2.0 (IMDB) AI Sycophancy: Dark Pattern for Profit Agents Are Killing the Org Chart Sparktoro AI Research: 20% of Americans Use AI Tools Alphabet/Google Stock Levels MIT on GenAI Pilots: 95% Fail to Deliver ROI ---------- 🎙️ About the Podcast 4 Guys Talking About AI: Join four industry pros as they explore the latest breakthroughs in AI technology. Each episode delivers fresh insights, expert opinions, and in-depth discussions on the future of AI. Tune in on YouTube and in all your favorite audio-streaming platforms and stay ahead of the curve! 🚀🤖

    22 min

  4. SEP 10

    $350B AI Spending Spree: Big Tech Is Propping Up the Economy

    ChatGPT-5 is here—and it’s more than just smarter text. In this episode of 4 Guys Talking About AI, we unpack the big shifts happening in AI right now: from new productivity tools to controversial laws to trillion-dollar bets by Big Tech. Here’s what we dig into: 💻 ChatGPT-5 Launch: Fewer hallucinations, smarter conversations, and real productivity tools like email sorting and document drafting. 🎮 Google Genie 3: Real-time 3D worlds built from prompts—reshaping gaming, urban planning, and even travel. ⚖️ Illinois AI Therapy Ban: The first state to outlaw AI therapy. Does this protect patients, or limit access to care? 🍏 Apple’s “Answers Team”: Can Apple catch up to ChatGPT and Claude, or is Siri falling too far behind? 📈 AI Economics: Big Tech is pouring $350B into AI—boosting GDP but raising questions about who really benefits. It’s a packed conversation on how these moves are reshaping not just tech, but jobs, healthcare, and the economy itself. 🔔 Subscribe so you don’t miss the next AI shift…it’s happening faster than you think.  💬 What do you think: should AI therapy be banned, or is it the future of accessible care? Drop your thoughts in the comments.  🎧 Catch the episode on all major podcast platforms. 🔗 Articles Mentioned in This Episode: • ChatGPT-5 Official Launch • ChatGPT-5 Coverage (TechRadar) • Game Industry Trends (Logrus IT) • Illinois AI Therapy Ban (Axios) • Illinois AI Therapy Ban Signed Into Law • Illinois HB1806 Bill Text • Apple’s “Answers Team” Leak (Mashable)  • Apple Building AI Answer Engine? (TechCrunch)  • Amazon Acquires Bee, the Always-On Wearable  • Big Tech’s AI Spending Boom (Washington Post) • AI Spending Boom & U.S. Economy Impact (MTSoln) Content Warning: The following section discusses themes of suicide at 21:48, which may be distressing for some viewers. If you'd prefer to skip this part, please jump to 22:29. ---------- 🎙️ About the Podcast 4 Guys Talking About AI: Join four industry pros as they explore the latest breakthroughs in AI technology. Each episode delivers fresh insights, expert opinions, and in-depth discussions on the future of AI. Tune in on YouTube and in all your favorite audio-streaming platforms and stay ahead of the curve! 🚀🤖

    38 min

  5. AUG 25

    ChatGPT Hits 700M Users, But Can Google & Apple Catch Up?

    The browser is officially the new AI battlefield. In this episode of 4 Guys Talking About AI, we get into the AI browser wars, Apple’s acquisition whispers, and the explosive growth of ChatGPT. From Microsoft charging for Copilot to Google struggling with Gemini adoption, the way we search and surf is shifting fast. 💻 Microsoft Copilot for Edge: game-changer or cash grab? 🌐 Google’s Gemini struggles in Chrome as Perplexity and Brave rise. 🍏 Apple hints at acquisitions: maybe Inflection? 📈 ChatGPT passes 700 million users, with 98% brand recognition. 🎭 Personality-driven AI: Mustafa Suleyman’s take on AI proves to be effective with Instagram’s satirical bots and Grok’s adult-focused avatars. 🔍 SEO hacks, AI app vulnerabilities, and how generative tools are quietly reshaping content online. Whether you’re watching AI reshape your workflow or wondering which giant will own the future of search, this one’s packed with insights and real-world shifts. 🔔 Stay ahead of the AI wave and subscribe for weekly deep dives. 💬 Who do you think will win the AI browser wars: Microsoft, Google, Perplexity, OpenAI, or someone else? Drop your take below. 🎧 Catch the full episode now on YouTube, Spotify, and all major podcast platforms. ⸻  🔗 Tools & Articles Mentioned in This Episode: • Google Gemini in Chrome • Microsoft Edge Copilot Mode • Microsoft Copilot Features • Apple’s AI Acquisition Talks • Inflection AI • Apple Earnings & iPhone Sales • Mustafa Suleyman on Microsoft Copilot • Microsoft Copilot’s New Face • Elon Musk’s xAI Grok 4 Launch • Grok Companions Criticized • Hedra (AI tools) • Google Indexing ChatGPT Conversations • ChatGPT/Google SEO Hack • Google NotebookLM Updates • Lovable (AI dev platform) ---------- 🎙️ About the Podcast 4 Guys Talking About AI: Join four industry pros as they explore the latest breakthroughs in AI technology. Each episode delivers fresh insights, expert opinions, and in-depth discussions on the future of AI. Tune in on YouTube and in all your favorite audio-streaming platforms and stay ahead of the curve! 🚀🤖

    44 min

  6. AUG 11

    AI is Everywhere Now: Therapy, Travel, and the $96B Google Quarter

    This episode is a sharp, slightly skeptical look at AI’s biggest promises and red flags. Delta wants to use AI to personalize 20% of your airfare by 2025, and not everyone’s thrilled about it. In this episode of 4 Guys Talking About AI, we dig into what that means for pricing, privacy, and who really benefits when algorithms run the show. And in this week’s Notes from the Field, we talk about how AI is creeping into mental health. From Harvard-backed studies to real-life “therapy” experiences with ChatGPT, AI companions are getting a serious upgrade, but not without some ethical red flags (and slightly panicked husbands.) Meanwhile, Google’s earnings are soaring thanks to Cloud and AI features like Overviews and the newly-announced WebGuide. But if organic search keeps tanking, what happens to the rest of the web? And then there’s the valuation circus: Lovable hit $1.8B in just eight months. Harvey’s right behind it. Are these AI startups really that good, or just really early? And what’s so unique about them if AI Advisor Alexander Braun says “Lovable is just Claude with pretty buttons,” for example? What We Discuss In This Episode: Delta tests AI-powered personalized pricing in travel – How AI could tailor airfare pricing up to 20% by 2025 AI companions are redefining elder care – Harvard-backed insights on AI services supporting seniors (via Forbes)Alphabet’s Q2 earnings: Cloud & AI fuel growth – Breakdown of Google’s rising revenue from Cloud and AI products Google’s Web Guide Labs: AI-organized search results – Google experiments with AI to streamline search result organization Lovable: Chat-powered AI app builder – Create apps and websites by chatting with AI Bolt.new: Build stunning apps & websites with AI – Another platform blending AI with web/app development workflows  Tune in for what’s going on in the ever-expanding world of AI. 🔔 Don’t let this AI wave hit without a warning. Subscribe for weekly drops! 🎧 Full episode also available now on all major podcast platforms. 💬 Would you be worried if your wife preferred asking ChatGPT for advice over you? Sound off below. ---------- 🎙️ About the Podcast 4 Guys Talking About AI: Join four industry pros as they explore the latest breakthroughs in AI technology. Each episode delivers fresh insights, expert opinions, and in-depth discussions on the future of AI. Tune in on YouTube and in all your favorite audio-streaming platforms and stay ahead of the curve! 🚀🤖

    37 min

  7. AUG 6

    Bots Are Browsing Your Website. Is Your Business Ready?

    In this episode of 4 Guys Talking About AI, we dive deep into the rise of the agentic web where AI agents aren't just answering queries, they’re browsing, shopping, and making decisions on your behalf. From retail to research, websites are being rebuilt to serve bots, not humans. We explore: 🧪 OpenAI’s ex-CTO Mira Murati just raised $2B for Thinking Machines Lab. What kind of AI are they building, and what does it say about the future of “reasoning”? 🛍️ AI-powered commerce: your next customer might be an agent, not a human 🔎 The shift from search to answer delivery and what that means for SEO 💬 How AI tools like ChatGPT and GenSpark are reshaping digital behavior 📉 And why traditional websites may soon be irrelevant unless they adapt This isn’t just a trend, it’s a transformation. If you're building for the old web, you might already be behind. 👉 Want to prep your site for the agentic web? Start modernizing your digital experience with WeLevel. 👉 Looking to automate local engagement? See how LocalDialog helps businesses stay ahead of AI-powered interactions. 👉 Don’t get left behind: follow the tools shaping the future of the web below ⬇️ Tools, Articles, & Companies Mentioned in This Episode: Thinking Machines Lab secures $2B in fundingAndreessen Horowitz (a16z)Meta reportedly offered $100M bonuses to OpenAI employeesThinking Machines Lab and the catalyst for AI disruptionSam Altman’s comments on Meta’s moveMeta in talks to invest $1.4B in Scale AIForrester: AI-powered search is reshaping B2B marketingWhat B2Bs Need to Know About Their BuyersFT: Why 70% of B2B buyers are bypassing traditional websitesGibberlink lets AI agents call each other in robo-languageGenSpark: The latest AI-powered search engineSkool: Discover communities or create your own ---------- 🎙️ About the Podcast 4 Guys Talking About AI: Join four industry pros as they explore the latest breakthroughs in AI technology. Each episode delivers fresh insights, expert opinions, and in-depth discussions on the future of AI. Tune in on YouTube and in all your favorite audio-streaming platforms and stay ahead of the curve! 🚀🤖

    34 min

  8. JUL 23

    The Next Google Killer Might Already Be in Your Pocket

    Our 40th episode is a dystopian one. We dig into the backlash around Grok and the increasingly blurry line between “helpful assistant” and “mass surveillance.” And what happens when your personal data becomes a training set? Or when your next customer isn’t human, but an agent? We unpack the rise of agentic AI: from browsers that watch everything you do to bots that rewrite the rules of the web. Tools like GenSpark and Littlebird aren’t just helping you get things done—they’re silently observing your entire workflow. Welcome to the era of ambient AI, where your screen is always listening. This isn’t some sci-fi hypothetical. The web is already shifting—search is changing, websites are being built for bots, and the privacy conversation is being drowned out by hype. If you're building anything online, you can't afford to ignore what comes next. Sources & Further Reading: Select clips and references in this episode were informed by the following articles and tools: NPR, The Verge, and DW News on Grok and AI controversy BBC, The Conversation, and CNBC on Tesla and Elon Musk Quartz, BuzzFeed News, and TechCrunch on AI bias and risk Nieman Lab on media shifts Search Engine Journal and Observer on agentic AI and browser disruption TechCrunch and Business Insider on AI agents and automation trends Featured tools: Littlebird, Heyday, MyMind, Tether, Rewind, Zapier 🔔 Subscribe if you’re tracking the shift—because by the time it’s obvious, it’s already done. 💬 What’s your line between helpful and invasive? Tell us below. 🕵️‍♀️ Watch the full episode on YouTube, or tune in on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your uneasy truths. ---------- 🎙️ About the Podcast 4 Guys Talking About AI: Join four industry pros as they explore the latest breakthroughs in AI technology. Each episode delivers fresh insights, expert opinions, and in-depth discussions on the future of AI. Tune in on YouTube and in all your favorite audio-streaming platforms and stay ahead of the curve! 🚀🤖

    35 min
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"4 Guys Talking About AI” is a podcast that breaks down the latest AI news, tools, and ethical debates, from ChatGPT to AI companions to the future of work, served up with humor and hot takes.Join four industry pros as they explore the latest breakthroughs in AI technology. Each episode delivers fresh insights, expert opinions, and in-depth discussions on the future of AI. Tune in on YouTube and in all your favorite audio-streaming platforms and stay ahead of the curve!

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  • Creator
    Andy Steuer, Neal Polachek, Greg Sterling, and John Girard
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    47
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