Deacs.AI

Wake Forest University - Information Systems

Welcome to Deacs.AI podcast, where Wake Forest innovators unpack the real-world magic of artificial intelligence through candid conversations. Join IS colleagues Michael Ferrari and Ryan Scholl as they explore how AI is transforming work across campus, one fascinating story at a time. Get ready to discover the human side of technological innovation.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Quick Dive: Supercharged - A Deep Dive into NotebookLM's Massive Update

    Get ready to explore the game-changing new features that have completely redesigned Google's Notebook LM. In this episode, we're joined by Ryan to break down the massive, surprise update that has users buzzing. We'll take you through the revamped Studio panel, from the four new audio overview formats—including briefs, critiques, and debates—to the ability to customize output language, length, and focus. For questions, comments, or anything else, email us at deacs.ai@wfu.edu

    20 min

  2. 4 DAYS AGO

    The AI Gripes Show

    AI is amazing… most of the time. Join Michael and Ryan, who generally believe in the power of artificial intelligence but are not afraid to point out when it misses the mark. From flat out AI failures, to deeper ethical dilemmas, we dive into the parts of AI that bug us—even as we root for its success. For questions, comments, or anything else, email us at deacs.ai@wfu.edu

    44 min

  3. 23 SEPT

    I Spoke, I Coded, I Conquered with Guest Philip Howard

    Finance professor, Philip Howard, will probably take over the world one day. Why? Because he can. How? Just by speaking his ideas into existence. A new era is dawning as the era of "I don't know how" has faded into obsolescence. This episode unveils a groundbreaking approach where speaking in plain English can command satellites, analyze financial data, and build powerful new systems. Discover how the barrier between idea and execution is crumbling, allowing anyone to conquer challenges that once required years of technical training. Dream big. Your super powers await. For questions, comments, or anything else, email us at deacs.ai@wfu.edu

    1h 6m

  4. 19 SEPT

    Quick Dive: A Prompt for Every Occasion - Real-World AI Uses

    Ever wondered what people actually do with AI besides writing term papers? In this quick dive, Michael shares some of the most interesting, practical, and downright clever replies he received after asking listeners for their AI use cases. From generating gardening tips and creating new recipes to drafting employee spotlights, this episode is all about seeing how these tools are becoming a part of our daily work and hobbies. Get ready for some inspiration, and maybe even share your own story with us! For questions, comments, or anything else, email us at deacs.ai@wfu.edu

    14 min

  5. 16 SEPT

    I Think, Therefore AI Am? with Guest Tobias Flattery

    Is it okay to cut off a Tesla? Can you be friends with a chatbot? Should you say "please" and "thank you" to a machine? We sit down with former tech bro turned philosopher, Tobias Flattery, to explore the curious ethics of artificial intelligence, from the responsibility of its creators to how our interactions with these systems might be quietly reshaping how we treat each other. It’s a deep and essential conversation about intellectual struggle, human development, mind-boggling ethical dilemmas, and the real cost of easy answers. For questions, comments, or anything else, email us at deacs.ai@wfu.edu

    1h 9m

  6. 9 SEPT

    The Battle for the Classroom: The Sage on the Stage vs GPT-5 with Guest Raina Haque

    Long before it was planning party catering menus, artificial intelligence technology was giving a young developer a full-blown existential crisis. Wake Forest Law Professor Raina Haque shares her journey from building neural networks on Wall Street to teaching the laws that govern them. She'll guide us through the legal labyrinth of intellectual property in this hyper bewildering time. How does Thomas Jeffersons original vision for patents affect the current courtroom battles over training data? Can we fit a 21st-century tool into 18th-century law? Tune in because this may be your only chance to access a lawyer for free. For questions, comments, or anything else, email us at deacs.ai@wfu.edu

    56 min

  7. 2 SEPT

    What Aristotle, Star Trek, and the Antikythera Mechanism Have to Say About AI Ethics with Guest William Cochran

    Journey through millenia as an ancient Greek philosopher's wisdom collides with advanced modern technology. Tune into this mind-bending conversation with philosopher and computer science professor, William Cochran, as he educates us about the crucial role of ethics in computer science. AI's rapid ascent demands a moral compass and the future of humanity may depend on teaching machines to be altruistic. Do you want to be the puppeteer building AI's character? For questions, comments, or anything else, email us at deacs.ai@wfu.edu

    53 min

  8. 29 AUG

    Quick Dive: Somebody Please Help Me Understand What An Open Source Model Is

    Our expert guest wasn't available, so we did the only logical thing: we interviewed the machine itself. In a surprisingly clear conversation, ChatGPT breaks down the difference between the locked-down tech you know (the walled gardens controlled by the AI giants) and the free, customizable versions (the sprawling, collaborative gratis universe) taking the world by storm. It's a look inside the community kitchen creating modern artificial intelligence. For questions, comments, or anything else, email us at deacs.ai@wfu.edu

    22 min
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Welcome to Deacs.AI podcast, where Wake Forest innovators unpack the real-world magic of artificial intelligence through candid conversations. Join IS colleagues Michael Ferrari and Ryan Scholl as they explore how AI is transforming work across campus, one fascinating story at a time. Get ready to discover the human side of technological innovation.

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