Best AI Ready RVA Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 59 - Claude & MCP: And The Rise Of Enterprise Agents 12:26

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Send us a text Midnight outages that never become crises. Forms that fill themselves. Support queues that sort and draft responses before a human even looks. We explore how agentic AI moves from talk to action by pairing Claude with the Model Context Protocol (MCP) so models can safely reach into the tools your teams use every day and execute real …

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Ep 57 - When Machines Decide: How Agentic AI Orchestration Delivers Real Resolution 12:38

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Send us a text What if your support chat didn’t just explain the fix but executed it end to end in under a minute? We explore the move from conversational help to true autonomy, where multiple specialized agents collaborate under an orchestrator to verify identity, update records, resolve conflicts, and confirm outcomes without human handoffs. It’s…

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Ep 56 - For Those Who Served: How AI Is Empowering Veterans 11:16

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Send us a text A quiet story changes everything: a few missed appointments, a medication shift, and an AI alert that prompts a human call just in time. We open with Alex’s experience to show how technology, used with care, can help us reach veterans sooner, reduce red tape, and restore dignity in moments that matter most. We dig into practical ways…

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Ep 55 - Gradient Descent: How A Simple (?) Step-By-Step Algorithm Teaches Machines To Think 26:10

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Send us a text Imagine learning as a careful night hike: you can’t see the whole path, but you can feel the slope and step where it goes down. That’s the core intuition behind gradient descent, the quiet algorithm that turns errors into progress and powers everything from recommendations to self-driving perception. We walk through a vivid mental mo…

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Ep 54 - Access is Destiny: Opening Doors To AI With Mark Cuban Foundation And AI Ready RVA 9:45

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Send us a text Curiosity beats credentials. We head to Richmond, Virginia, to share how a free, hands-on AI bootcamp turns nervous high schoolers into confident creators and how a local nonprofit, AI Ready RVA, keeps the doors open long after the weekend ends. Guided by industry mentors and anchored in real-world problems, students explore core AI …

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Ep 53: The Data Center Capital of the World — At What Cost? 8:37

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Send us a text The internet doesn’t live in the sky—it lives in a quiet corner of Northern Virginia, inside miles of windowless buildings that hum day and night. We pull back the curtain on how Loudoun County became the world’s data center capital, tracing the line from AOL’s dial‑up era to the hyperscale cloud and the power-hungry rise of artifici…

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Ep 52 - From Control to Collaboration: Rewriting Leadership for the Age of AI w/ Dr. John Dentico 1:00:06

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Send us a text What if the habits that built last century’s companies are the very things holding yours back today? Dr. John Dentico joins us to challenge the factory-floor model of leadership and swap control for something bolder: a system built on doubt, collaboration, and meaning. We dig into why AI doesn’t just speed things up—it exposes brittl…

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Ep 51 - Listening With Heart: How AI Turns Personal Narratives Into Actionable Insight w/ Andy Sitison 39:35

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Send us a text What if your culture metrics could feel as real as a story told around a campfire? We sit down with technologist and humanist Andy Sitison, CTO of Share More Stories, to unpack how long-form narratives—analyzed with AI—can reveal what surveys miss: the emotions, values, and motivations that drive people to show up, speak up, and stay…

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Ep 50 - The Human Algorithm: Leading with Authenticity in an AI World w/ Judi Fox 1:10:53

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Send us a text What if your loudest growth came from fewer, truer signals? That’s the through-line of our conversation with LinkedIn strategist Judy Fox, who rebuilt after a 2023 house fire and turned AI into a clarity engine rather than a content factory. She shares the first move that changed everything: using AI to write code, scrape 500+ client…

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Ep 49 - Virginia’s Agentic AI Pilot: Clarity, Risks, and the Future of Lawmaking 11:52

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Send us a text A state is letting an algorithm read the rulebook—and then asking people to decide what to change. We head to Virginia to unpack the “agentic AI” pilot that scans statutes, regulations, and guidance to flag contradictions, redundancies, and unclear language, promising cleaner code for public life. The vision is compelling: fewer dead…

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Ep 48 - The Next Vital Sign: Kinis.ai’s Bold Vision for AI-Powered Health w/ Vincent Vu 50:00

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Send us a text A simple question changed everything: what if balance were measured like blood pressure? We sit down with founder Vincent Vu—who went from a refugee camp to launching minimalist shoes to building a clinical platform—to unpack how AI and movement data can predict fall risk, empower clinicians, and make prevention practical for everyon…

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Ep 47 - Quantum’s Edge: What Quantum AI Really Promises 12:38

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Send us a text What if intelligence could see every path at once? We dive into the live wire where quantum computing meets AI—mapping the real breakthroughs, the hard limits, and the choices that will define how this technology reshapes science, industry, and daily life. From the rise of deep learning and the GPU-fueled leap in model scale to the w…

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Ep 46 - Supercomputers: Reshaping Our World One Quadrillion Calculations at a Time 10:04

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Send us a text What happens when machines can think at the speed of light? Today we dive into the fascinating world of supercomputers – not just as technological marvels, but as the silent engines driving humanity's greatest breakthroughs. Have you ever checked a weather app that accurately predicted a storm's path? Used an AI tool to write or crea…

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Ep 45 - Clarity Over Speed: The AI skills that actually matter 11:41

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Send us a text Have you fallen into the AI execution trap? While everyone races to master prompt engineering and ChatGPT tricks, this episode reveals the uncomfortable truth: execution has never been the real bottleneck in innovation. The true differentiator—in every technological revolution—has always been clarity. We dive deep into how the democr…

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Ep 44 - The AI Reinvention Cycle: Six Steps to Future-Proof Your Organization 7:37

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Send us a text The business landscape is undergoing a seismic shift, and AI stands at the epicenter. But as Accenture CEO Julie Sweet pointedly states, "AI won't save you if all you do is adopt it." This fundamental truth launches us into an exploration of what truly matters in the AI revolution: complete business reinvention. I walk you through wh…

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Ep 43 - Websites Finally Talk Back: The Promise of No-Code AI Chatbots 7:00

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Send us a text Ever wished your website could answer questions while you sleep? That's exactly what we're exploring today as we dive into the world of no-code AI chatbots that are revolutionizing customer service for businesses of all sizes. What caught my attention about Chatling AI was the stark contrast to my previous experience. After spending …

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Ep 42 - AI Guardrails: How AI Tools Protect Against Themselves 7:03

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Send us a text The invisible line between AI innovation and disaster often comes down to one critical factor: guardrails. Just as safety barriers on mountain roads don't slow you down but prevent catastrophic falls, AI guardrails establish crucial boundaries for powerful technology without limiting its potential. Through compelling real-world examp…

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Ep 41 - From Coffee to Wine: How AI Is Giving Teachers Their Lives Back w/ Cary Wright 46:09

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Send us a text What if teachers could reclaim their evenings and weekends while actually improving student outcomes? That’s the promise of AI in education—not replacing teachers, but amplifying their impact by taking on the administrative burden that pulls them away from what matters most: connecting with students. Cary Wright, co-founder of TEACH …

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Ep 40 - Beyond Automation: How Smart Tools are Transforming the Workplace 20:41

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Send us a text The workplace revolution is here, and it's powered by artificial intelligence. No longer just quietly automating in the background, AI has evolved into active colleagues that brainstorm ideas, draft documents, attend meetings, and write code alongside us. The adoption numbers are staggering – by the end of 2024, three-quarters of wor…

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Ep 39 - Learning With AI, Not From It: A Guide for Students in the Digital Age 10:12

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Send us a text Are students cheating with ChatGPT, or are they mastering a crucial skill for their future? Let's dive into this heated debate with clarity and practical guidance. The rapid integration of AI tools in education has sparked enormous concern among parents and educators. But focusing solely on potential misuse blinds us to the remarkabl…

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Ep 38 - Accuracy Meets Speed: The GPT-5 Advantage 9:06

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Send us a text Forget the AGI hype—GPT-5's real superpower is finally being trustworthy enough for your most important work. The newest flagship model from OpenAI doesn't just get smarter; it gets dramatically more reliable, cutting hallucinations and errors to single-digit rates when you need it most. GPT-5 fundamentally changes how we work with A…

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Ep 37 - Software 3.0: How AI is Redefining Programming for Everyone 6:53

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Send us a text What happens when coding as we know it disappears? Two of the biggest voices in AI—Andrej Karpathy and Chris Lattner—believe we're witnessing a fundamental transformation in software development. Welcome to Software 3.0, where programming shifts from writing code line by line to describing what you want in natural language and lettin…

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Ep 36 - From PT to Python: A Healthcare Professional's AI Journey w/ Erik Lineberry 15:20

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Send us a text The stereotype that AI is only for tech experts is crumbling, and physical therapist Erik Lineberry is living proof. After nine years in clinical practice, Erik is making a bold career pivot into data science and AI – not because healthcare failed him, but because he sees an opportunity to bridge critical gaps between clinical practi…

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Ep 35 - From Pilot to Profit: No Hype, Just Results 17:12

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Send us a text The AI revolution is no longer just hype—it's delivering measurable business impact across industries in 2025. We explore how artificial intelligence has transitioned from experimental pilots to driving critical business operations, with over 75% of organizations now using AI in at least one function and achieving remarkable results.…

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Ep 34 - Digital Guardians: How AI helps stop the Digital Heist 8:36

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Send us a text The digital realm is a battleground where attacks happen at machine speed, striking before humans can even detect them. Ransomware locks hospital computers at 2 AM, threatening patient care. Financial fraudsters attempt to drain accounts while you sleep. Phishing emails deliver malicious payloads with increasingly convincing disguise…

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Ep 33 - Digital Deception: How Scammers are Using Technology to Target You 14:15

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Send us a text Those three seconds of your voice on social media? That's all scammers need to clone it perfectly. That routine video call with your CFO requesting an urgent transfer? It might be entirely fabricated by AI. Artificial intelligence has supercharged fraud, creating a frightening new reality where familiar voices and faces can no longer…

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Ep 32 - Software 3.0: How LLMs Are Becoming the New Operating System 15:21

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Send us a text The digital world stands at a pivotal moment as we witness the emergence of Software 3.0 – a revolutionary paradigm where your words become code and language itself is the new programming interface. Throughout computing history, we've progressed through distinct software eras, each fundamentally changing who creates technology and ho…

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Ep 31 - Beyond Smart: What Happens When AI Enters Moral Territory? 11:15

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Send us a text The moral compass of artificial intelligence isn't programmed—it's learned. And what our machines are learning raises profound questions about fairness, justice, and human values in a world increasingly guided by algorithms. When facial recognition systems misidentify people of color at alarming rates, when hiring algorithms penalize…

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Ep 30 - Grounding AI in Reality: The Power of RAG and ReAct 33:56

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Send us a text Artificial intelligence is undergoing a profound transformation. Gone are the days when AI could only work with what it had memorized during training. Two revolutionary approaches are now reshaping what's possible: Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) and Reasoning and Acting (ReAct). RAG gives AI systems the equivalent of an open-bo…

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Ep 29 - Future-Proofing w/ AI: Unusual AI Careers 15:12

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Send us a text Your dream career in artificial intelligence might not involve a single line of code. Beyond the stereotypical image of machine learning engineers hunched over algorithms lies a vibrant ecosystem of creative, ethical, and deeply human AI careers that are transforming our world. The AI revolution touches every industry—from agricultur…

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Ep 28 - Democratizing Wealth Management Through Artificial Intelligence w/ Vic Rogers 36:18

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Send us a text What if sophisticated wealth management tools weren't just for those with finance degrees or deep pockets? In this eye-opening exploration of artificial intelligence and personal finance, hosts Jason McGinthy and Vic Rogers take listeners on a journey through the democratization of financial management in the digital age. Money has a…

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Ep 27 - Future Proofing with AI: Classroom Revolution 14:01

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Send us a text The education revolution is here, powered by artificial intelligence that's reshaping how we learn, teach, and grow. Gone are the days of one-size-fits-all education where students who learn differently get left behind. Today's AI-driven platforms create personalized learning journeys that adapt in real-time to your unique needs, pac…

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Ep 26 - Future-Proofing with AI: AI for Small Business Success 17:08

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Send us a text Running a small business often feels like an endless juggling act—operations, marketing, customer service, finances—all while trying to compete against companies with vastly more resources. But what if you could harness the same powerful technologies that drive the big players, without their massive budgets? In this eye-opening episo…

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Ep 25 - Future-Proofing with AI: How Artificial Intelligence is Democratizing Wealth Management 13:09

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Send us a text Money management shouldn't be complicated or reserved for financial experts. The digital revolution has brought us powerful AI tools that are transforming how everyday people budget, invest, and build credit—making wealth management accessible to everyone. Our deep dive into AI-powered financial tools reveals how these technologies a…

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(Introducing) Future-Proofing with AI: Building Knowledge for Tomorrow's Challenges 0:40

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Send us a text Welcome to Future-Proofing with AI: Building Knowledge for Tomorrow’s Challenges, a segment of “Inspire AI” dedicated to helping you navigate the transformative world of artificial intelligence. Whether you're just starting to explore AI or looking to expand your knowledge, this series is here to guide you through the tools, trends, …

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Ep 24 - Exploring the Future of AI Agents: From Personal Assistants to Multi-Agent Systems w/ Vic Rogers 42:01

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Send us a text What happens when artificial intelligence evolves beyond simply responding to prompts? Welcome to the world of AI agents—autonomous systems that observe, reason, and act with purpose to accomplish complex tasks without constant human oversight. In this enlightening conversation with Vic Rogers from Sustainable Growth Creative, we div…

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Ep 23 - Beyond Headcount: The Power of AI Coworkers w/ Liz Baker 46:13

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Send us a text What if every employee in your organization could instantly double their productivity? Liz Baker makes this seemingly impossible feat a daily reality through her revolutionary "Baker Method" for AI implementation. As founder of Nimbology, Liz has developed the "double your team in one day" program that routinely frees up 10+ hours pe…

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Ep 22 - Beyond the Code: Reimagining the Human-AI Partnership w/ Kyle Johnson 1:04:14

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Send us a text From protecting billions of people against online terrorism at Meta to founding tech startup Ara, Kyle Johnson is pioneering new ways for humans and machines to collaborate. His vision goes beyond building AI-powered tools—he's creating systems that empower everyday people to harness artificial intelligence without a technical backgr…

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Ep 21 - The Singularity Report: The Rise of AI Agents 11:29

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Send us a text The AI revolution we've anticipated for decades isn't coming—it's here, and AI agents are leading the charge. These autonomous digital workers represent a fundamental shift from traditional AI systems that simply respond to queries to intelligent systems that reason, plan, and act with remarkable independence. Diving into this pivota…

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Ep 20 - Tech's Most Creative City: A Conversation with RVA Tech CEO Nick Serfass 48:31

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Send us a text Ever wondered what makes a city truly tech-forward? Nick Serfass, CEO of RVA Tech, takes us on a compelling journey through Richmond's evolving technology landscape and explains why Virginia's capital is positioning itself as "Tech's Most Creative City." Serfass reveals how Richmond's diverse ecosystem – spanning from FinTech giants …

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Ep 19 - AI's Role in Business Transformation w/ Baron Wright 52:33

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Send us a text Baron Wright takes us on a fascinating journey from traditional IT consulting to pioneering tribal tech leadership at UMIT Technologies. His story begins with an unexpected plot twist—how one of his most difficult clients became the bridge to an entirely new career path with the Upper Mattaponi Indian Tribe. "Never burn bridges," Bar…

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Ep 18 - CloudCast Meets Inspire AI: Building the AI Ready RVA Community 1:17:09

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Send us a text Two podcasts collide as Jason McGinthy from AI Ready RVA's Inspire AI joins forces with Aaron Delp of The CloudCast, bridging Richmond's emerging AI community with the cloud computing landscape. Their conversation flows naturally between practical AI applications, community-building strategies, and thought-provoking futures. Jason Mc…

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Ep 17 - The Singularity Report: Is Vibe Coding the Future of Software Development? 9:41

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Send us a text What happens when AI writes your code for you? The software development landscape is undergoing a seismic shift with the emergence of "Vibe Coding", a revolutionary approach where developers describe what they want built and artificial intelligence generates the code. This episode of "The Singularity Report" dives deep into the promi…

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Ep 16 - Pioneering Responsible AI w/ Bryan Ilg from BABL AI 46:35

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Send us a text What happens when artificial intelligence makes critical decisions that affect people's lives? Who's responsible when AI systems produce biased outcomes or legally questionable results? Bryan Ilg, Chief Sales Officer at BABL AI, tackles these pressing questions in our thought-provoking conversation about the future of AI governance. …

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Ep 15 - Prompt Engineering: From Zero to Hero w/ Vic Rogers 23:58

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Send us a text What if you could create a personal collection of "cheat codes" that unlock the full power of AI? Vic Rogers, board member of AI Ready RVA, reveals exactly how prompt engineering transformed his relationship with artificial intelligence from frustrating to phenomenal. Prompt engineering might sound technical, but as Vic explains, it'…

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Ep 14 - The Singularity Report: Unlocking the Full Potential of AI with Prompt Engineering 11:29

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Send us a text Discover the art of prompt engineering in our latest episode, where we unpack how effective communication with AI can lead to significant improvements in responses and capabilities. As AI continues to reshape industries, understanding how to craft the perfect prompt has become a critical skill for developers, researchers, business le…

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Ep 13 - The Singularity Report: The Future of Responsible AI 26:22

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Send us a text Responsible AI is one of, if not the single most important topic in Artificial Intelligence. As AI technology continues to evolve at an astonishing rate, the conversation around its ethical use is vital. This episode explores the pressing need for AI frameworks that prioritize transparency, fairness, and accountability. We discuss si…

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Ep 12 - Unlocking AI for Growth: Victor Rogers on Personal and Professional Transformation 36:45

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Send us a text What if you could unlock the secrets to personal and professional growth with the power of artificial intelligence? This episode features an insightful conversation with Victor Rogers, founder and Chief Client Services Officer of Sustainable Growth Creative (SGC), who is on a mission to ignite "aha moments" by showcasing the practica…

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Ep 11 - The Singularity Report: DeepSeek's Challenge for the Tech Titans 12:10

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Send us a text What happens when a groundbreaking AI startup defies industry norms and challenges tech giants on their own turf? Discover how DeepSeek, a trailblazing Chinese AI startup, is rewriting the rules of artificial intelligence with its cost-effective R1 model. This episode takes you on a journey through the seismic shifts in the AI indust…

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Ep 10 - Revolutionizing Storytelling w/ James Warren from "Share More Stories" 54:21

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Send us a text Unlock the secrets of harnessing the power of storytelling in business with our guest, James Warren, the visionary CEO of Share More Stories. From a thriving corporate career at Altria Group to leading an innovative startup, James shares his passion for storytelling and how it transformed his entrepreneurial journey. Discover how his…