The Exceptional Average: AI for the Rest of Us

Jan Vasil
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I talk with AI experts and business leaders in simple, direct conversations. With my Central European background, I ask questions that regular people want answered. My guests share honest insights about AI tools that work now. I compare the EU and USA approaches and get practical tips you can use tomorrow. No jargon - just clear advice from people creating our AI future. These are direct talks that challenge both guests and listeners. Join me for no-nonsense conversations where smart people explain complex AI in basic English. Real people. Real AI talk. No script.

  1. JUL 5

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  2. JUN 29

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    49 min

  3. MAY 16

    First Sell, Then Build. | Jan Suchan

    "First Sell, Then Build" - or why do Americans sell their products before building them? 🎙️ The Exceptional Average Podcast | Jan Suchan Jan Suchan shares his experience with vibe coding and the surprising differences between European and American business approaches. Key points we discuss: The "sell first, build later" mindset that American companies masterHow Jan participated in a one-day hackathon where teams built MVPs using vibe coding toolsWhy most people don't know their AI tools are using their dataThe future of AI agents working together to run your businessPrivacy settings you need to check in your AI tools right nowJan shares why Europeans build great products nobody buys, while Americans sell products that don't exist yet. We also discuss how AI is changing development and what you should know about protecting your data. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:  00:00 - Introduction 04:36 - European vs American business mindset 05:48 - "First sell, then deliver" approach 14:07 - Building MVPs at a one-day vibe coding hackathon 27:15 - The future of AI agents 37:49 - Privacy risks in AI tools 47:52 - Critical thinking in the AI age #VibeCoding #AITools #ExceptionalAverage

    1h 5m
  4. AI NOW: Dominate or Disappear! | Mike Todasco

    MAY 9

    AI NOW: Dominate or Disappear! | Mike Todasco

    WARNING: This episode might make you uncomfortable about how you're using AI right now. Mike Todasco (100+ patents at PayPal) dropped a truth bomb keeping me up at night: "People using AI right now are living in the future while everyone else isn't even aware they're falling behind." In this raw, unfiltered conversation, Mike reveals: Why most "AI experts" are wasting hours on the WRONG approachThe shocking 20-minute daily habit that separates future millionaires from the soon-to-be-obsoleteHow his startup FAILURE led to PayPal hiring him (and why European companies are getting this completely wrong)The uncomfortable reality about who will win and lose in the coming AI revolutionIf you're still using AI casually or "when you need it," this episode is your wake-up call. The opportunity gap is already forming, and it's widening faster than anyone expected. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:  00:00 - Introduction 04:13 - How Mike's biggest failure became his golden ticket 15:32 - The 20-minute AI habit that's creating an elite class of professionals 28:24 - The prompting secret that 99% of people get wrong 35:18 - Why "AI creativity" is a dangerous myth (and what's really happening) 47:22 - The uncomfortable truth: You're either living in the future or getting left behind 58:12 - The real reason most people will lose in the AI revolution

    1h 15m

  5. APR 9

    Audio AI Revolution | Mateusz Krainski @ revoize

    From Robotics to Audio AI: Matt Krainski on Space Industry, AI, and the Future of Sound Technology. In this episode of my Exceptional Average Podcast, I sat down with Mateusz Krainski, Head of Product at Revoize. Matt took me on a fascinating journey from his days working on robotics to his time at the European Space Agency and now developing cutting-edge audio enhancement technology. We had an engaging conversation about the future of space exploration, particularly how the moon is becoming the next frontier before Mars. I was particularly impressed by Revoize's innovative approach to audio enhancement, which doesn't just mask noise but actually regenerates the audio signal. Matt also shared valuable insights into startup life and how AI is transforming development work rather than replacing it. Whether you're interested in space technology, audio AI, or the future of communication, this episode offers plenty of thought-provoking ideas about how technology is shaping our world.

    1h 3m

  6. MAR 19

    Digital Labor Revolution - How AI teams are reshaping the future of work | Jesse Anglen

    Jesse Anglen reveals how his AI agents create content, replace traditional roles, and reduce costs by 90%. Discover the future of digital labor and why the first "one-human unicorn" might emerge within 5 years.

    1h 1m

  7. FEB 28

    SEO in 2025: Beyond Blue Links | Szymon Słowik

    SEO in 2025: Beyond Blue Links In this episode, I chat with Szymon Słowik, a leading Polish SEO strategist and founder of takaoto.pro agency. We explore how Google's traditional "10 blue links" are disappearing as AI overviews and zero-click searches transform digital marketing. Szymon shares insights on traffic acquisition, the SEO pyramid framework, and why businesses often fail when expanding into new European markets. As someone who's been following Szymon's work since 2016, I was thrilled to discuss both technical strategies and cultural nuances that make or break international expansions. Perfect for business owners navigating today's fragmented search landscape. Guest: Szymon Słowik https://takaoto.pro https://www.szymonslowik.pl

    1h 23m

  8. FEB 25

    AI EMPOWERS HUMANS, NOT REPLACES | Denisa Dudaskova

    When I sat down with Denisa, Head of B2C Sales at Orange Slovakia leading 400+ people, I expected our usual leadership chat. Instead, she opened my eyes to a refreshingly practical view of AI in business. Rather than seeing AI as a threat, she revealed how it's giving her team a "gift of time" - handling routine tasks so they can focus on what humans do best: connecting with people. From retail floor strategies to call center innovations, Denisa shared real examples of how AI is transforming business while keeping the human touch alive. If you're wondering how AI will affect your industry, this conversation offers both practical insights and hope for the future. ---------------- Guest: Denisa Dudaskova Denisa leads B2C Sales at Orange Slovakia, overseeing retail stores, door-to-door sales, and telesales operations with a team of 400+ people. As a commercial leader with a consumer-centric mindset, she combines traditional retail expertise with innovative AI solutions to enhance both employee and customer experiences.

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I talk with AI experts and business leaders in simple, direct conversations. With my Central European background, I ask questions that regular people want answered. My guests share honest insights about AI tools that work now. I compare the EU and USA approaches and get practical tips you can use tomorrow. No jargon - just clear advice from people creating our AI future. These are direct talks that challenge both guests and listeners. Join me for no-nonsense conversations where smart people explain complex AI in basic English. Real people. Real AI talk. No script.

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