“The Neural Journey” – An exploration of AI concepts for the curious

Mike Welponer

Explore the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence, where big ideas meet clear explanations. From the fundamentals of machine learning and neural networks to advanced deep learning models like CNNs, RNNs, and generative AI, this podcast unpacks the tech shaping our future. Discover real-world applications, optimization tricks, and tools like TensorFlow and PyTorch. Whether you’re new to AI or an expert looking for fresh insights, join us on a journey to decode intelligence—one concept, one model, and one story at a time.

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  1. 9월 7일

    Generative AI

    Ever wondered how AI conjures up images, music, and text from thin air? This episode dives deep into the world of Generative AI, exploring its magic through GANs and diffusion models. We’ll unravel the secrets behind adversarial training where two neural networks battle it out to create stunningly realistic outputs and learn how noise can be turned into masterpieces. From hyper-realistic faces to AI-composed music and gripping narratives, we’ll uncover how these technologies are reshaping creative industries. Join us to discover how AI is making content creation faster and more accessible than ever, and explore models like Stable Diffusion and GPT that are at the cutting edge.

    19분

  2. 8월 31일

    Foundational Models

    Ever wonder how AI seems to 'understand' language, images, even the building blocks of life? This episode dives into the world of foundational models, the AI game-changers trained on massive datasets. We'll explore Large Language Models (LLMs) like GPT and BERT, unraveling the magic of their Transformer architecture, and how they generate human-like text and more. Then, we'll journey into vision, where Vision Transformers (ViT) and CNNs are reshaping how AI perceives the world. From object detection to mind-bending image creation, the possibilities are endless. Finally, we'll venture beyond language and vision, discovering AI’s impact in science with AlphaFold predicting protein structures and its surprising role in music creation. These models aren't just impressive; they’re redefining what AI can do. Tune in to discover the power and potential of foundational AI.

    19분

  3. 8월 24일

    Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs) and LSTMs

    Ever wondered how machines understand sequences like sentences or stock prices? This episode dives into Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), the brains behind processing this data. We'll uncover how they use a hidden state to remember past info, but also their struggles with long-term memory. Then, we’ll meet the upgrades: LSTMs, with their fancy gates, controlling the flow of information. And finally, GRUs, the simplified but efficient cousins. From forecasting stock trends to translating languages, we'll explore their real-world applications in time series analysis and natural language processing. It's a deep dive into the tech that powers our connected world.

    11분

  4. 8월 17일

    Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs)

    This episode dives into the fascinating world of Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs), the deep learning architects behind image and video understanding. We’ll unpack the core: convolution, the magic that finds patterns, and pooling, which simplifies what's seen. Learn how CNNs extract features, from simple edges to complex objects. We'll explore real-world applications, like image classification, object detection in self-driving cars, and the art of turning pixels into meaning with semantic segmentation. We will also discuss facial recognition and the use of CNNs in generative models. But it’s not all perfect; we’ll discuss their limitations, including vulnerability to attack and high computational costs. Join us to discover how CNNs are revolutionizing computer vision!"

    10분

  5. 8월 10일

    Feedforward Neural Networks (FNNs)

    In this new episode we explore Feedforward Neural Networks (FNNs), the simplest form of artificial neural networks. We explore how data flows in one direction, passing through input, hidden, and output layers. Learn about the two key phases: forward propagation where weighted inputs are combined and activated, and prediction, where outputs become continuous values or probabilities. FNNs are versatile, useful for classification and regression tasks, but they struggle with sequential data, need good feature engineering, have difficulty with high-dimensional inputs, are prone to overfitting, and can be inefficient in large networks. Tune in to understand the foundations of machine learning.

    11분

  6. 8월 3일

    Training Neural Networks

    Ever wondered how neural networks learn? In this episode, we dive deep into the training process. First, the forward pass calculates the network's output. Then, backpropagation uses the chain rule to compute the gradients of a loss function, like MSE or cross-entropy. We explore how these gradients help to update parameters, driving the network towards optimal accuracy. We'll also discuss key optimization algorithms, such as Stochastic Gradient Descent (SGD) and Adam, which adjust these parameters to minimize loss. Join us as we unravel the magic behind network learning and reveal how choosing the right loss function and optimizer is key.

    14분

  7. 7월 27일

    Anatomy of Neural Networks

    Ready to unravel the mysteries of feedforward neural networks? This episode explores their architecture, the core of many AI systems. We break down the key components: input, hidden, and output layers and the computational neurons within. Discover how neurons perform weighted sums and apply activation functions, like sigmoid, tanh, ReLU, and softmax, introducing non-linearity crucial for complex modeling. Learn about weights and biases, which are parameters optimized to minimize errors. We’ll trace the flow of information, from input propagation to weighted summation, then activation and output generation. We’ll also use mathematical notation to visualize the computations of each layer. Join us to see how these networks process information step by step, transforming raw data into meaningful results!

    15분

  8. 7월 20일

    What is Deep Learning?

    Ever wondered how machines learn like humans? This episode dives into Deep Learning (DL), the rockstar of machine learning. We'll explore how DL uses artificial neural networks (ANNs), mimicking the brain's structure, to automatically learn intricate patterns from raw data. Unlike traditional methods needing manual feature tweaking, DL excels at end-to-end learning. We’ll demystify ANNs, from input to hidden to output layers, and explain forward and backpropagation. Discover why ANNs are so powerful, offering automatic feature extraction, and versatility in diverse applications, from computer vision to natural language processing to self-driving cars. We’ll also tackle the ethical dilemmas and challenges of this groundbreaking technology.

    13분

  9. 7월 13일

    Understanding Machine Learning

    Ever wondered how machines learn? This episode dives into the fascinating world of machine learning, exploring its core types: supervised, unsupervised, semi-supervised, and reinforcement learning. We’ll uncover the algorithms powering each, from linear regression to neural networks2 and k-means clustering to GANs3, with real-world examples like spam detection, customer segmentation, and autonomous driving. But it's not all smooth sailing! We tackle data limitations, algorithmic complexities, and ethical concerns, exploring challenges like overfitting, interpretability, and bias. Join us as we discuss the ongoing quest for smarter, fairer, and more efficient AI.

    20분

  10. 7월 6일

    What is AI? Key Concepts and History

    Join us on a journey through the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence — from its visionary beginnings to today’s groundbreaking innovations. In this episode, we break down the core concepts of AI, explore the evolution from narrow to general intelligence, and trace major milestones like the Dartmouth Conference and the rise of neural networks, from the Perceptron to ChatGPT. Discover how AI, ML, and DL interconnect, and explore real-world applications revolutionizing industries from healthcare to finance.

    21분

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    “The Neural Journey” – An exploration of AI concepts for the curious

    Explore the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence, where big ideas meet clear explanations. From the fundamentals of machine learning and neural networks to advanced deep learning models like CNNs, RNNs, and generative AI, this podcast unpacks the tech shaping our future. Discover real-world applications, optimization tricks, and tools like TensorFlow and PyTorch. Whether you’re new to AI or an expert looking for fresh insights, join us on a journey to decode intelligence—one concept, one model, and one story at a time.

    4분

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Explore the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence, where big ideas meet clear explanations. From the fundamentals of machine learning and neural networks to advanced deep learning models like CNNs, RNNs, and generative AI, this podcast unpacks the tech shaping our future. Discover real-world applications, optimization tricks, and tools like TensorFlow and PyTorch. Whether you’re new to AI or an expert looking for fresh insights, join us on a journey to decode intelligence—one concept, one model, and one story at a time.

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