Gen AI University with Darby Rollins

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Gen AI University is the podcast for founders and creators using AI to grow smarter and move faster. Hosted by Darby Rollins, each episode explores real strategies, tools, and stories to help you apply generative AI in your business and creative work. Whether you're just getting started or deep into AI workflows, you'll find clear insights, proven frameworks, and fresh ideas to help you stay sharp, creative, and ahead of the curve. Keep Calm & AI On darbyarollins.substack.com

  1. #21: How Founders Leverage AI to Turn Expertise into Profit (Live with Pickaxe)

    11/16/2025

    #21: How Founders Leverage AI to Turn Expertise into Profit (Live with Pickaxe)

    Build AI tools fast and turn your expertise into real profit.In this live session, see how founders use Pickax to create scalable AI tools that drive leads, revenue, and leverage.Get 10% off your first 3 months → GenAIU.com/pickaxeJoin our community on Skool → GenAIU.com/skoolLike, subscribe and share if you found this useful! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darbyarollins.substack.com

    21 min
  2. #20: Built a Sellable AI Studio in 43 Minutes (No Code Required)

    10/02/2025

    #20: Built a Sellable AI Studio in 43 Minutes (No Code Required)

    Watch Darby Rollins transform ESPN veteran Todd Wall's actual coaching framework into a sellable product in real-time using Pickaxe, then use Gamma to build a personal brand website in a matter of minutes - filmed live at the Scale with AI Summit. Highlights 00:00 Welcome to the Gen AI University Scale with AI Summit 00:24 Introduction to the First Session with Darby Rollins and Todd Wall 02:34 Todd Wall's Background and Communication Coaching 04:35 Building a Custom GPT Studio with Pickax 08:46 Setting Up the Pickax Studio 12:08 Configuring the Pickax Studio for Optimal Performance 19:21 Uploading Knowledge and Branding the Studio 23:34 Finalizing the Pickax Studio Setup 30:31 Setting Up the Personal Vision 31:23 Interactive Chatbot Features 32:14 Access and Payment Options 35:29 Customizing the Website 43:07 Using Gamma for Website Creation 49:59 Final Touches and Publishing The Tools We Used: ChatGPT (https://chatgpt.com) - Version 1 of the GPT in ChatGPT Pickaxe (https://genaiu.com/pickaxe) - The no-code platform for building AI products Gamma (https://genaiu.com/gamma) - Website creation at the speed of thought This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darbyarollins.substack.com

    53 min
  3. #19: Watch Ideas Come Alive: Gamma x SideHustle Startup Pitch Challenge

    09/16/2025

    #19: Watch Ideas Come Alive: Gamma x SideHustle Startup Pitch Challenge

    This interactive session from the Scale with AI Summit shows how fast ideas can come to life when you mix play with AI tools. We play a round of SideHustle, spin up business ideas on the spot, and then use Gamma to present them in rapid-fire fashion. It’s a fun way to practice what we’ve learned, test creativity under pressure, and see how AI can turn playful concepts into pitch-ready presentations. Play SideHustle FREE at https://PlaySideHustle.com Try Gamma FREE at https://GenAIU.com/gamma === Channel Sponsors + Resources: Gamma → https://genaiuniversity.com/gamma Pickaxe → https://genaiuniversity.com/pickaxe MarketSauce OS → https://marketsauce.ai Join GenAIU free → https://GenAIUniversity.com/join Darby’s Links: YouTube → https://youtube.com/@genaiu LinkedIn → https://linkedin.com/in/darbyarollins Instagram → https://instagram.com/darbyarollins X → https://x.com/darbyarollins This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darbyarollins.substack.com

    12 min
  4. #18: Sabrina Ramonov: How to Post Everywhere Automatically with Sheets → n8n/Make → Blotato

    09/12/2025

    #18: Sabrina Ramonov: How to Post Everywhere Automatically with Sheets → n8n/Make → Blotato

    What if posting across 9 platforms only took one workflow? In this video, Sabrina Ramonov shows how she uses Google Sheets, n8n/Make, and Blotato to automate posting to TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, and more. What You’ll Learn: - How to set up Google Sheets as your content tracker - Automating hand-off with n8n/Make - Using Blotato to push posts to 9 platforms - Platform-specific setup for TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, IG, Threads, Bluesky, Facebook, Pinterest, and Twitter/X - Tips to test, debug, and keep accounts safe Get started with Blotato at https://genaiu.com/blotato and get the template Sabrina shares to use these automation at https://help.blotato.com/api/templates Get started with Make at https://genaiu.com/make Get started with n8n at https://n8n.com Disclaimer: We are affiliates of some of these tools and may receive a commission if you sign up with a paid account through out links. Channel Resources & Sponsors: Gamma → https://genaiuniversity.com/gamma Pickaxe → https://genaiuniversity.com/pickaxe SideHustle → https://playsidehustle.com MarketSauce OS → https://marketsauce.ai GenAIU free join → https://GenAIUniversity.com/join This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darbyarollins.substack.com

    11 min
  5. #17: Gamma Studio: Create AI Visual Stories in Minutes (Hands-On Demo)

    09/11/2025

    #17: Gamma Studio: Create AI Visual Stories in Minutes (Hands-On Demo)

    Learn how to use Gamma Studio’s new AI storytelling tools to create slide decks, thumbnails, and social content in minutes. In this hands-on demo with Gen AI University, Darby Rollins walks you through how Gamma is redefining visual storytelling, from prompts to polished assets, so you can launch, grow, and scale faster with AI. Disclaimer: This demonstration was filmed 24 hours after the release of this new experimental feature in Gamma and may not be available to all users. Watch the Gamma Workshop referenced from the Scale with AI Summit August 2025 Session: https://youtu.be/4H22fSjjPN8 Sponsors & Resources This free event is proudly sponsored by tools we use every day: Gamma → Your AI design partner for effortless presentations, websites, and social content. https://genaiuniversity.com/gamma Pickaxe → Build, launch, and sell AI-powered tools with no code. https://genaiuniversity.com/pickaxe SideHustle → The party game for entrepreneurs—where productive play meets innovation. https://playsidehustle.com MarketSauce OS → Apply to work with us directly and integrate AI into your business. https://marketsauce.ai Connect with Darby LinkedIn → https://linkedin.com/in/darbyarollins Instagram → https://instagram.com/darbyarollins X (Twitter) → https://x.com/darbyarollins Subscribe on YouTube → https://youtube.com/@genaiu Keep Calm & AI On This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darbyarollins.substack.com

    1h 25m
  6. #16: Unlock Your Hidden Gifts with AI | Joses Ngugi from Revinu.AI

    09/10/2025

    #16: Unlock Your Hidden Gifts with AI | Joses Ngugi from Revinu.AI

    Discover how Joses Ngugi, founder of Revinu.ai, turned his hidden gifts into a business using AI. From medicine to entrepreneurship, Joses shares how he built a framework for uncovering personal strengths and transforming them into profitable ventures. Whether you’re sitting on untapped skills, unsure how to package your expertise, or curious about practical AI-powered growth strategies — this session shows you what’s possible. Connect with Joses Revenue.AI → https://revinu.ai LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/josesngugi Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/joses.ngugi Resources & Sponsors MarketSauce OS → https://marketsauce.ai Gen AI University → https://genaiuniversity.com/join Gamma (AI Design Partner) → https://genaiuniversity.com/gamma Pickaxe (No-Code AI Builder) → https://genaiuniversity.com/pickaxe SideHustle: The Party Game for Entrepreneurs → https://playsidehustle.com Connect with Darby (Host) LinkedIn → https://linkedin.com/in/darbyarollins Instagram → https://instagram.com/darbyarollins X/Twitter → https://x.com/darbyarollins YouTube → https://youtube.com/@genaiu This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darbyarollins.substack.com

    38 min
  7. #15: How to Build & Sell AI Tools Without Coding Using Pickaxe

    09/09/2025

    #15: How to Build & Sell AI Tools Without Coding Using Pickaxe

    Want to turn your AI ideas into real tools people can use—and even buy—without writing a single line of code? In this live demo from the Scale With AI Summit, Nathaniel Mahowald (Founder of Pickaxe) shows you exactly how to build and sell no-code AI tools. You’ll see how Pickaxe makes it easy to go from idea to product in minutes, plus strategies for monetizing your creations and reaching more users. 👉 Use our link for 10% OFF your first 3 months or 10% OFF your whole year when you go Annual: https://genaiuniversity.com/pickaxe Sponsors & Resources This session is part of the Scale With AI Summit presented by GenAIUniversity.com. Big thanks to our partners: Gamma: Effortless presentations, websites, and social media posts powered by AI. https://genaiuniversity.com/gamma Pickaxe: Build, launch, and sell AI tools without code. https://genaiuniversity.com/pickaxe SideHustle: The party game for entrepreneurs—spark creativity through play. https://playsidehustle.com MarketSauce OS: Strategic AI integration to help you launch, grow, and scale your business. https://marketsauce.ai 🔗 Connect with Darby LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/darbyarollins Instagram: https://instagram.com/darbyarollins X/Twitter: https://x.com/darbyarollins YouTube: https://youtube.com/@genaiu This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darbyarollins.substack.com

    51 min
  8. #14: See How AI Is Transforming Education Right Now! (Claude + Gamma Demo)

    09/03/2025

    #14: See How AI Is Transforming Education Right Now! (Claude + Gamma Demo)

    Turn your book, manuscript, or ideas into a full course using AI tools like Claude and Gamma. In this session from the Scale with AI Summit, Kelley Tenny shows exactly how you can repurpose content into an engaging learning experience that scales your impact. Whether you’re an author, educator, or entrepreneur, this workflow will help you: ✅ Save time by letting AI do the heavy lifting ✅ Repurpose your book into a repeatable, structured course ✅ Reach more people and grow your influence faster Connect with Kelley: Kelley's Website: https://teachyourbrilliance.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelley-tenny-curriculum-strategist-and-ai-innovator-8a81557 🔗 Resources & Sponsors Explore the tools featured in this demo: Gamma → https://genaiuniversity.com/gamma Claude → https://claude.ai Pickaxe → https://genaiuniversity.com/pickaxe SideHustle (Productive Play) → https://playsidehustle.com MarketSauce → https://marketsauce.ai Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@genaiu Join the GenAIU community: https://GenAIUniversity.com/join Connect with Darby: LinkedIn → https://linkedin.com/in/darbyarollins Instagram → https://instagram.com/darbyarollins X → https://x.com/darbyarollins This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darbyarollins.substack.com

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Gen AI University is the podcast for founders and creators using AI to grow smarter and move faster. Hosted by Darby Rollins, each episode explores real strategies, tools, and stories to help you apply generative AI in your business and creative work. Whether you're just getting started or deep into AI workflows, you'll find clear insights, proven frameworks, and fresh ideas to help you stay sharp, creative, and ahead of the curve. Keep Calm & AI On darbyarollins.substack.com

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