A Beginner's Guide to AI

AI tools for business coaching are transforming how leaders and professionals unlock performance and personal growth. In this episode of Beginner’s Guide to AI, Lisa Turner of CETfreedom joins Dietmar Fischer to share real-world strategies and 40+ actionable AI tools that help coaches, entrepreneurs, and business leaders boost results. 📧💌📧Ready to take your business to the next level? Subscribe for more AI strategies, share your questions in the comments, and visit our website for free resources. Don’t miss exclusive content in our newsletter—sign up today: beginnersguide.nl📧💌📧Learn how practical AI can revolutionize business processes, streamline leadership, and enhance productivity.Whether you want to overcome procrastination, empower your team, or drive personal development, this episode delivers proven approaches and expert insights.💡 Key takeaways:• Learn top AI tools for business coaching• Discover AI techniques to beat imposter syndrome• Explore AI strategies for leadership development• Find practical uses for AI in personal growth• See real examples of AI-ified coaching processes🧾 Chapters (experimental):00:00 – Welcome & Guest Introduction02:30 – Why AI? Lisa’s Journey from Engineering to Coaching07:10 – First Steps with AI: Overcoming Skepticism12:00 – Building 40+ AI Tools for Coaches18:45 – Busting Procrastination & Limiting Beliefs with AI24:20 – Empowering Leadership & Journaling via AI30:00 – The “Doctor Who” Mindset for Innovation35:15 – Trends: How Coaches Use AI in 202540:05 – Final Insights & Where to Find Lisa👉 Quotes:• "I found a way to AI-ify personal growth and leadership tools for real business results."• "If you want to grow fast, you have to experiment boldly with new technology."🔗 Where to find Lisa Turner:Go to Lisa's website and get a free book (a real one!) at: www.cetfreedom.com👩 Or follow Lisa on social media:TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@cetfreedomInstagram: www.instagram.com/cetfreedomFacebook: www.facebook.com/cetfreedomLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cetfreedom---🎵 Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

Are you GenX and curious about AI, but not sure where to start? In this episode, Greg Steele breaks down how Generation X can confidently embrace artificial intelligence—no tech background required!📧💌📧Tune in to get my thoughts and all episodes in your mailbox, don't forget to ⁠⁠⁠subscribe to our Newsletter⁠⁠⁠!📧💌📧Join us as Greg shares his own AI journey, debunks common myths about technology adoption after 40, and explains why now is the perfect time for GenX professionals to upskill. Whether you’re looking to stay relevant at work, explore new career paths, or just understand the buzz around AI, this episode delivers clear guidance and practical tips.Key Highlights:Why AI matters for GenX and people over 40Overcoming technology barriers and digital fearEssential AI skills for midlife professionalsGreg Steele’s step-by-step approach to mastering AIReal-world stories of GenX success with AI toolsQuotes from the Episode:“AI isn’t just for digital natives. GenX has a lifetime of experience—and that’s an asset in the age of artificial intelligence.”“You don’t need to be a coder to thrive with AI. Curiosity and willingness to learn matter most.”Chapters (experimental feature):00:00 Introduction and Greg Steele’s AI Journey04:55 Why GenX Needs to Understand AI Now12:30 Overcoming AI Myths and Barriers for GenX21:00 Practical AI Skills for People Over 4029:15 Greg Steele’s Tips for Embracing AI with Confidence34:40 Closing Thoughts and Key TakeawaysGet Gregs Book Gen X, Y? - I had a big laugh listening to it 😂- On Amazon- On YouTube, read by himself!Look how his CustomGPT on Wildlife Photography can help you 📸 I actually tried it with the bee and wasp photos I took on my balcony - and I can tell you: I'll have to do better 😅Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

Fast Minds, Slow Machines: Daniel Kahneman’s Lessons for AIWhat if your brain and your AI assistant shared the same wiring? Professor GePhardT from Argo.berlin breaks down Daniel Kahneman’s legendary Thinking, Fast and Slow - showing how humans and machines both juggle instinct and logic, and why understanding that makes you a better marketer.From System 1’s snap decisions to System 2’s strategic reasoning, discover how AI models mimic our two-speed thinking - and where they still fall short. With insights from real-world marketing case studies, this episode explains how to balance speed with depth in AI-driven creativity and strategy.📧💌📧Tune in to get my thoughts and all episodes - and don’t forget to subscribe to our Newsletter: beginnersguide.nl📧💌📧💡 Highlights:Daniel Kahneman’s “Thinking, Fast and Slow” through the lens of AIFast vs. Slow AI - what marketers should knowHow cognitive bias sneaks into algorithmsReal-world applications in campaign design and data analysisActionable tips to apply slow thinking to AI tools💬 Quotes from the Episode“AI’s biggest flaw isn’t that it’s too fast; it’s that it thinks speed equals truth.”“Machines now have their own version of instinct and reflection - we built our own cognitive twin.”“Real intelligence is knowing when to slow down.”👤 About Dietmar Fischer:Dietmar is a podcaster and AI marketer from Berlin. If you want to know how to get your AI or your digital marketing going, just contact him!🎵 Music Credit: “Modern Situations” by Unicorn Heads 🎧

Discover How Startups Are Winning with AI: An Interview with Peter SwimmAre you ready to stop working harder and start working smarter? In this episode, we sit down with Peter Swimm, a tech veteran with over 20 years of startup experience, to uncover how small teams can leverage AI to punch above their weight. Peter shares candid stories about being “mistaken for an AI,” reveals why startups adapt to new tech faster, and offers his brutally honest advice for trailblazers looking to innovate with artificial intelligence.📧💌📧Tune in to get my thoughts and all new episodes in your mailboxk: don’t forget to subscribe to our Newsletter!📧💌📧🚀 Episode Highlights:- AI for startups: Why small teams win big- Peter Swimm’s journey from community management to AI evangelist- The power of working smarter, not harder—with automation and productivity tools- Real talk: Risks of being a pioneer and best practices for safe AI adoption- Actionable steps for founders and teams to get started with AI- Fireflies AI and other top tools for productivity💡 Quotes from the Episode:"I've been accused of being AI because I'm everywhere—chats, emails, tutorials. That's how you use technology as a competitive advantage.""Pioneers get scalped, but someone has to go first. If you want real innovation, you have to be willing to take the risk."ℹ️ Chapters:00:00 Meet Peter Swimm: 20 Years in Tech & Startups03:12 Why Startups Move Faster with AI09:35 Working Smarter, Not Harder—Automating the Rote, Focusing on Innovation17:22 The Real Risks: Pioneers, Best Practices, and Lessons for AI Trailblazers25:05 Action Steps: Peter’s Playbook for Making AI Work for Your TeamWhere to find Peter Swimm, connect to him and see, what Toilville has to offer :🧑‍🦰 He is on LinkedIn🔗 And this is his WebsiteMusic credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

In this episode of A Beginner’s Guide to AI, Dietmar Fischer talks with Alex Levin, the Co-Founder and CEO of Regal.io, about how Voice AI is bringing real human conversation back to customer service.For years, businesses have been hiding behind IVRs and chatbots - cutting off the personal touch that customers crave. Alex explains how AI voice agents are transforming the experience, allowing brands to actually talk to their customers again, at scale, with empathy, emotion, and precision.We dive into what’s behind this transformation - from the technology (OpenAI, Google, Anthropic, ElevenLabs, Deepgram) to the psychology of trust and emotion in customer communication. Alex shares how Regal.io helps enterprises in healthcare, insurance, and finance use AI-powered voice agents that can outperform human representatives while lowering costs and improving satisfaction.From replacing call center frustration with warm, natural conversations to the rise of empathetic AI agents, this episode explores what happens when voice meets intelligence.📧💌📧Tune in to get my thoughts and all episodes — and don’t forget to subscribe to our Newsletter: beginnersguide.nl📧💌📧Quotes from the Episode“If a customer wants to talk to you, you’re lucky - and if they want to do it by voice, you should let them.”“The personalization possible with AI agents is more human than humans.”“Everyone told me voice was dead - they were wrong.”CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction - Why Voice AI Is Making a Comeback00:54 Alex Levin’s Journey from Startups to Voice AI03:42 “Voice Isn’t Dead” - The Moment That Sparked Regal.io06:25 How Voice AI Actually Works Behind the Scenes08:47 Using AI Agents to Talk to Customers at Scale10:58 Data, Scripts, and What Makes a “Good” AI Conversation13:33 Legal Hurdles and Privacy in Voice AI15:50 Why Healthcare and Insurance Are Early Adopters18:26 How Customers React When They Realize It’s an AI21:12 Real Use Cases - From Banks to Everyday Services24:19 Human in the Loop: When AI Hands Over to People26:55 Can Small Businesses Afford Voice AI Yet?28:48 The AI Startup Boom and Smarter Investment Strategies32:20 Leadership in the Age of AI - New Skills, New Metrics35:12 Why Young Professionals Must Learn AI Tools Now37:45 How Alex Personally Uses AI (and Where It Saves Time)39:24 The “Terminator Question” - Should We Be Worried?42:08 Closing Reflections and Where to Find Regal.ioWhere to Find Alex Levin🌐 Website: www.regal.io🧑🏻 LinkedIn: Alex Levin🎙 About Dietmar Fischer:Dietmar is a podcaster, AI marketer, and economist from Berlin.If you want to get your AI or your digital marketing going - just contact us at Argoberlin.com!🎵 Music credit: “Modern Situations” by Unicorn Heads

Step into the future of meeting productivity with Fireflies AI Notetaker and its founder, Krish Ramineni. In this episode, we dive deep into how Fireflies is changing the way teams capture meeting notes, the real story behind building an AI meeting assistant, and why more people are choosing smart tools for transcription and collaboration. 📧💌📧Tune in to get my thoughts and all episodes — don’t forget to subscribe to our Newsletter: ⁠⁠beginnersguide.nl⁠⁠📧💌📧Krish Ramineni opens up about the journey from early AI challenges to making Fireflies one of the most trusted notetakers out there—plus, what every founder should know before building an AI startup.And Krish lets us have a look into the future of Fireflies, becoming not just a notetaker, but a coworker that gets the routine jobs done for you 🚀Whether you’re curious about AI meeting notes, want a candid founder interview, or are searching for a real Fireflies AI podcast review, this conversation delivers honest insights, actionable tips, and a look behind the scenes at Fireflies’ rapid growth.Quotes from the Episode:“If someone from 2015 saw what Fireflies does today, they’d think it’s straight out of a sci-fi movie.” — Krish Ramineni“We built Fireflies before people even said ‘generative AI’—back then, it was just solving real problems with simple tools.” — Krish RamineniChapters (experimental feature):(00:00) Welcome & Introductions(03:14) AI’s Everyday Impact(06:01) Using AI for Productivity(09:38) Krish’s Vision for the Future(12:23) Entrepreneurship & Lessons Learned(15:58) Breakthroughs in AI Transcription(18:02) Adapting Fireflies to User Needs(21:37) Fireflies’ Impact on Businesses(24:15) Customer Trust in Fireflies(27:24) AI, Privacy, and Trust(30:36) Fireflies Across Industries(33:06) AI Integration Challenges(36:28) The Positive Impact of AI(39:52) Where to Find Fireflies & Krish(40:25) Final Thoughts & What's NextWhere to find Krish Ramineni and Fireflies:- Try Fireflies for free or learn more at: fireflies.ai- Connect with Krish R on LinkedIn: Krish R on LinkedIn- Follow Fireflies on Twitter/X: @FirefliesAI- Check out the Fireflies blog for AI productivity tips: fireflies.ai/blogMusic credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

From startup hustle to practical AI: How do you build a company that genuinely helps small businesses communicate better? Join host Dietmar Fischer as he sits down with Jack Kennedy and David Daneshgar, founders of Whippy, to uncover their journey from early consulting days to launching one of the most innovative AI-driven communication platforms.--- --- ---"The problem that I saw out there was that most of the books out there just talk about why it's important or what is important, but none of them really tell you how to make it happen."That's where John Munsell's book comes in: get ⁠⁠⁠Ingrain AI on Amazon⁠⁠⁠--- --- ---In this episode, you’ll hear how curiosity and real customer pain points led Jack and David to experiment with OpenAI and Google models long before ChatGPT was a household name. Discover their insights on building practical AI for business, why most companies juggle too many tools, and how Whippy aims to simplify everything—automating the work that holds businesses back.Highlights & Keywords* The origin story behind Whippy AI* Real-world examples of AI in business* How founders spot and solve customer pain points* Building practical AI for small business communication* What the future holds for AI automation* Why “just another tool” isn’t enough* Startup founder advice and trends in AI-driven SaaSQuotes from the Episode* “We knew we wanted to bring all communication in a business into one place. The need was just seeing people not doing a bunch of work that AI could do—and paying for all these software tools when it should just be in one place.” —Jack Kennedy* “They were missing phone calls. They weren’t doing email marketing. They weren’t responding to proposals for weddings… and as a small business, you just can’t let things slip through the cracks.” —David Daneshgar📧💌📧Tune in to get my thoughts and all episodes — don’t forget to subscribe to our Newsletter: ⁠⁠beginnersguide.nl⁠⁠📧💌📧Chapters:00:00 Welcome, Introductions & Whippy Origins02:30 Early Days with AI: OpenAI, Google & First Projects06:40 Solving Real Problems for Small Businesses13:10 Building Whippy: Integrating All Business Communication17:45 The Future of AI-Driven Communication & Key TrendsWhere to find the Guests:* Connect to Jack Kennedy on LinkedIn* Stay in touch with David Daneshgar on LinkedIn* And definitely visit Whippy AI's website to get more insights!Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

What happens when your company gets hit by a cyberattack?In this eye-opening episode, attorney Joshua Cook reveals why cybersecurity isn’t an IT problem but a leadership challenge. After two decades fighting fraud and managing crisis response, Cook has seen every digital disaster imaginable — and he’s here to explain how to build true cyber resilience.📧💌📧Tune in to get my thoughts and all episodes — don’t forget to subscribe to our Newsletter: ⁠beginnersguide.nl⁠📧💌📧Josh breaks down how AI has democratized cybercrime, why phishing scams have become nearly impossible to spot, and how every CEO should create an incident response plan before chaos hits. He also explains why planning matters more than the plan itself — and how leaders can keep their teams calm when everything goes wrong.💡 You’ll learn:- How AI is fueling new waves of fraud and misinformation- Why leadership and communication are the real firewalls of business- How to train teams and run tabletop exercises before the crisis- What Maersk and Colonial Pipeline taught the world about transparency- Why companies with a plan lose 60 % less money in an attackPrepare, breathe, and lead — because it’s not if you’ll be hacked, but when.👀 Quotes from the Episode“Cybersecurity isn’t an IT issue. It’s a business problem, and it needs a business solution.”“AI has democratized cybercrime — you don’t need to be a hacker anymore, just willing to commit a crime.”“A plan might be useless, but planning is indispensable — that’s what makes companies resilient.”🧾 Chapters00:00 Welcome & Introduction – Meet Joshua Cook02:00 How a Fraud Attorney Ended Up Fighting Cybercrime05:00 AI Has Made Cybercrime Easier (and Smarter)08:00 The Elderly Are the New Prime Targets11:00 From Fake Law Firms to Real Scams – True Cases from the Field15:00 Turning the Tables: How AI Can Defend, Not Just Attack18:00 Cyber Resilience by Design – Why Leadership Matters22:00 When Crisis Hits: Lessons from Maersk and Colonial Pipeline27:00 Preparing the Team – How Training Prevents Chaos31:00 It’s Not If, It’s When – The Power of an Incident Response Plan35:00 Planning vs. Panicking – Eisenhower and the Art of Cyber Preparation38:00 Why Calm Leaders Win in Cyber Crises41:00 How Joshua Cook Uses AI Safely in Legal Practice44:00 No, the Terminator Isn’t Coming (But AI Might Take Your Job)47:00 Final Thoughts – Cybersecurity as a Business Superpower🔗 Where to Find the Guest- Joshua Cook on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jnc2000- Josh's Book "Cyber Resilience by Design" – available wherever books are sold, e.g. on Amazon- Prince Lobel Tye LLP: princelobel.com🎧 About Dietmar Fischer:Economist, digital marketer, and podcaster exploring how AI reshapes decision-making, leadership, and creative work. Want to connect with me? You'll find me on LinkedIn!🎵 Music credit: “Modern Situations” by Unicorn Heads

AI at Work — Partner, Not Boss! with Professor GePhardT Artificial intelligence is joining the workforce—but should it be your boss? In this witty, insightful episode, Professor GePhardT breaks down the Workday AI research showing that while 75% of employees are happy to work with AI, only 30% would let it manage them.📧💌📧Tune in to get my thoughts and all episodes—don’t forget to ⁠subscribe to our Newsletter⁠: ⁠beginnersguide.nl⁠📧💌📧Through sharp insights, storytelling, and yes—even cake metaphors—you’ll learn how to create clear AI boundaries, foster trust, and harness human-AI collaboration without losing what makes us human.📚 Key Highlights:How to make AI your colleague, not your commander.What “AI optimism” really means.Why transparency is essential for responsible AI adoption.Practical steps for mapping your AI boundaries at work.💬 Quotes from the Episode:“People don’t fear AI—they fear losing control.”“AI can follow recipes, but only humans can taste the cake.”“The best workplaces won’t be run by machines—they’ll be led by humans who know how to work with them.”⏱️ Chapters:00:00 Welcome to “AI at Work: Partner, Not Boss!”02:15 Why AI Should Collaborate, Not Command06:48 The Layers of AI at Work—Assistant, Advisor, Actor11:10 The Cake Example: Baking Boundaries with Bots14:00 Workday’s Research on AI Agents in the Workplace19:25 The Secret to AI Optimism—Boundaries and Transparency24:00 Interactive Challenge: Mapping Your AI Boundaries27:30 Recap and Final Thoughts29:10 Sign-Off and Quote by Karen Spärck Jones👤 About Dietmar Fischer:Dietmar is a Berlin-based podcaster and AI marketer behind A Beginner’s Guide to AI and Argo.berlin. He helps companies understand and apply AI in marketing and leadership with clarity and creativity.🌐 Where to find the research base of the episode:- Workday.com: Setting Boundaries- Workday.com: Don't Call Them Boss🎵 Music Credit: “Modern Situations” by Unicorn Heads 🎵

Step into a mind-bending conversation as futurist and philosopher Anders Indset joins the podcast to explore what happens when humans race to create superintelligent machines. Anders dives deep into the paradoxes at the heart of the technological singularity, asking: Are we on the verge of building our own gods? What does it truly mean to be human in an era where AI can rival—or surpass—our own creativity, empathy, and consciousness? 📧💌📧Tune in to get my thoughts and all episodes — don’t forget to subscribe to our Newsletter 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠beginnersguide.nl⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📧💌📧From the risks of "zombification" to the idea of "artificial human intelligence," Anders brings unique insights, humor, and fresh thinking to one of the biggest questions of our age. We tackle everything from collective memory, ethics, and the simulation hypothesis to the fundamental question: Should we do it, just because we can?Chapters:00:00 – Introduction & Anders Inset’s journey into AI03:45 – What is the singularity paradox?09:12 – Can we create our own gods?15:30 – The creative paradox: are humans still unique?21:50 – Artificial human intelligence explained29:10 – The risks of AI “zombification”36:15 – Building ethical AI strategies43:30 – Will we lose our individuality?50:00 – How business leaders can future-proof their organizations57:25 – Where to find Anders Inset and resourcesLearn more about Anders Indset’s work and connect:🔗 Website: andersindset.com📖 Book: singularityparadox.com🧑‍🦰 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/andersinset📸 Instagram: instagram.com/andersindsetMusic credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

Unlock the power of AI for business productivity in this episode of Beginner’s Guide to AI. AI expert and Notion Lead BI Engineer Sumit Gupta shares practical strategies, real examples, and a human perspective on integrating artificial intelligence into your workflow.Discover how business leaders can use AI to automate repetitive tasks, boost decision-making, and stay ahead in a fast-evolving market. Sumit discusses the difference between data and AI, must-have AI tools, and why keeping your critical thinking skills sharp matters more than ever. Whether you’re new to AI or seeking the next step for your business, this episode delivers actionable insights tailored for professionals.📧💌📧Tune in to get my thoughts and all episodes — don’t forget to subscribe to our Newsletter 👉 ⁠⁠⁠beginnersguide.nl⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📧💌📧Key Take-Aways:• Clear difference between data and AI for business leaders• How to automate social media content strategy with AI• The must-have AI tools every professional should know• Real-world risks of over-relying on AI in your work• How to stay ahead in the global AI race (US, UK, India)• Human stories: Using AI for personal creativity and impactQuotes:• "AI without data is like a skeleton without meat."• "Use AI to automate the repetitive—don’t let it take over your thinking."Chapters:00:00 – Intro & Sumit Gupta’s AI journey03:45 – Why AI? Productivity & learning08:10 – Data vs AI: Real business differences12:20 – Automating workflows: Tools & examples19:05 – Social media content strategy with AI25:50 – Avoiding the “dumbing down” trap31:15 – India, US, and the global AI race37:00 – Human creativity in an AI world41:30 – Sumit’s book and Tableau explained47:05 – Final thoughts & how to connectWant to connect with Sumit?Follow him on Instagram at @databysumit for practical data and AI tips, or connect with him on LinkedIn. For collaboration or questions, just reach out to him!---Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

Can technology make us more human?In this episode, author, entrepreneur and AI thinker Faisal Hoque unpacks his new book Transcend: Unlocking Humanity in the Age of AI. From his OPEN and CARE frameworks to the idea of a true human-centric AI, Faisal shows leaders how to balance innovation with risk—and why optimism is non-negotiable.📧💌📧Tune in to get my thoughts and all episodes — don’t forget to subscribe to our Newsletter 👉 ⁠⁠beginnersguide.nl⁠⁠⁠⁠📧💌📧💡 Episode HighlightsHow a cancer-survivor story sparked Faisal’s AI research journeyThe OPEN framework (Outline, Partner, Experiment, Navigate) for rapid but responsible adoptionThe CARE framework and why “Catastrophize” isn’t pessimistic—it’s protection “AI as partner” vs. “AI as tool” and the ethics of digital twinsSmall bets, quick experiments and building an innovation portfolioDebunking Terminator & Matrix fears with real-world guardrails👀 Quotes from the Episode“We have to be radically optimistic—otherwise the human species ends.”“AI isn’t just another tool; it’s a partner that forces us to decide what part of our humanity we want to keep.”🧾 Chapters00:00 Welcome & Faisal’s Personal Story05:12 Why “Transcend” – The Human-Centric Promise of AI14:40 Demystifying the OPEN Framework24:05 CARE: Catastrophize, Assess, Regulate, Exit34:18 Partnering with AI vs. Replacing Humans42:30 Risks, Terminator Myths & Real-World Guardrails49:55 Practical Next Steps for Businesses55:10 Where to Find Faisal + Closing ThoughtsWhere to Find the Faisal Hoque:You can start with his website: https://faisalhoque.comOr just follow him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faisalhoque/Get a good read, all the links to Transcend are on the book's website: https://nextchapter.org/transcend/Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

Will AI Replace Marketers? Not If You Become a Centaur.What happens when humans and AI stop competing and start collaborating? Professor GePhardT calls it Centaur Marketing — the future of creative strategy. In this lively episode of A Beginner’s Guide to AI, we explore how empathy meets algorithms and why brands like L’Oréal and Sephora are thriving thanks to human-AI teamwork.📧💌📧Tune in to get my thoughts and all episodes — don’t forget to subscribe to our Newsletter 👉 ⁠beginnersguide.nl⁠📧💌📧Learn how to brief AI tools like a pro, how to build your own hybrid workflow, and why the marketers who master this balance will shape the next era of advertising.💬 Quotes from the Episode➡️ “AI doesn’t replace creativity; it multiplies it.”➡️ “The best marketers aren’t scared of AI; they’re the ones training it.”➡️ “Centaur Marketing is about keeping the human steering the machine.”⏱️ Chapters00:00 Hook: Humans & Machines00:00:32 Promo: AI for the 99%00:01:23 Introduction: AI Joins Your Team00:03:50 Main Concept: Centaur Marketing00:05:58 Under the Hood: Prediction, Not “Thinking”00:07:56 The Centaur Loop: Brief → Generate → Test → Learn00:09:21 Call to Action: Newsletter00:09:53 Case Study: L’Oréal & Sephora00:12:38 Interactive: Build Your Centaur Workflow00:14:18 Recap: Humans with Algorithms00:15:33 Sign-off: The Centaur’s Creed00:18:47 Promo: AI for the 99% (Again)🎵 Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

Engineering the Future of AI with Chirag Agrawal: Context, Memory and CoordinationArtificial Intelligence isn’t just getting smarter—it’s learning to coordinate. In this episode, Chirag Agrawal joins Dietmar Fischer to unpack how modern AI agents handle context, memory, and decision-making inside complex multi-agent systems. Together they explore how engineering, orchestration, and memory-sharing shape the next generation of AI architecture.📧💌📧Tune in to get my thoughts and all episodes—don’t forget to ⁠⁠subscribe to our Newsletter⁠⁠: ⁠beginnersguide.nl⁠📧💌📧You’ll hear how Chirag’s fascination with search led him to build early prototypes of intelligent assistants, and how today’s LLM agents extend that idea far beyond simple queries. He explains why AI isn’t one giant super-brain but a constellation of specialized agents—each performing specific tasks with shared or isolated memory—and how this design mirrors human collaboration.🔑 Key TakeawaysWhy AI orchestration and context management are crucial for scalable systemsThe trade-offs between shared memory and independent agentsWhat engineers mean by the ReAct Loop—reasoning and acting in tandemHow multi-agent coordination is reshaping industries from healthcare to complianceWhy the “AI supercomputer” myth ignores practical limits of context windows💬 Quotes from the Episode“AI is just a higher form of search—it’s about finding the right action, not just information.”“Agents behave inhuman until you engineer context for them.”“Specialization in AI works the same way it does for people—each agent should do one thing really well.”“Coordination isn’t magic; it’s careful engineering.”“Context makes intelligence usable.”“A well-defined agent doesn’t need to do everything—it needs to do its one job perfectly.”⏱️ Podcast Chapters00:00 Welcome and Introduction01:45 Chirag Agrawal’s Early Fascination with Search and AI04:40 From Search Engines to “Find” Engines – How AI Takes Action07:10 The Rise of AI Agents and Multi-Agent Systems10:15 Why AI Agents Sometimes Behave “Inhuman”13:30 Context, Memory, and Coordination: The Core Engineering Challenges18:00 Shared vs. Isolated Memory – The Hive Mind Dilemma22:30 Why We Need Many Agents, Not One Super-Computer27:00 How the ReAct Loop Helps Agents Think and Act30:40 Industries Adopting AI Agents: Compliance, Medicine, and Law34:30 When AI Goes Off-Road – The Limits of Coordination37:15 Building Responsible, Constrained Agents40:10 The Future of AI and Why the Terminator Scenario Won’t Happen42:20 Where to Find Chirag Agrawal & Closing Thoughts🌐 Where to Find the Chirag AgrawalLinkedIn 🧑🏽‍🦱 linkedin.com/in/chirag-agrawalWebsite ➡️ ⁠chiraga.io⁠🎵 Music credit: “Modern Situations” by Unicorn Heads

The Future of Mental Health: AI Meets the Human Brain with Katarina MaloneyWhat if an AI could scan your brain and help eliminate depression in weeks? In this episode, Dietmar Fischer talks with Katarina Maloney, founder of IQMind.ai, about how AI in healthcare is changing the way we understand and treat the mind.📧💌📧Tune in to get my thoughts and all episodes—don’t forget to subscribe to our Newsletter: ⁠beginnersguide.nl⁠📧💌📧Katarina reveals how AI diagnostics and non-invasive brain treatments are transforming mental health—from PTSD and ADHD to athlete performance optimization.✨ Highlights:The future of personalized brain healthHow AI diagnostics speed up treatment and accuracyWhy brain energy and electricity matter more than chemistryInsights into neurofeedback, biofeedback, and real-world healing🧠 Quotes from the Episode:“Our mission is to make brain health measurable, trackable, and fixable.”“AI is a tool—it saves lives because it diagnoses faster and more precisely.”“The old model of trial-and-error medicine is behind us.”🎧 Chapters:[00:00] Welcome & Introduction[02:15] What AI Does to the Human Brain[05:20] Diagnosing Depression and PTSD with AI[10:10] The Science Behind Brainwave Training[16:45] From Trial-and-Error Medicine to Personalized Brain Health[21:50] How IQMind.ai Uses AI for Diagnostics[28:00] Non-Invasive Treatments and Real-Life Results[33:40] Peak Performance and Brain Optimization for Athletes[38:20] Data Privacy and Ethical Concerns in Brain Tech[43:50] The Future of AI in Healthcare and Human Potential🌐 Where to find Katarina:Website: IQMind.aiLinkedIn: Katarina Maloney🎵 Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

Unlocking AI’s Power in Business with Don FinleyAre you ready to discover how artificial intelligence is reshaping the business world—right now? In this insightful episode, host Dietmar Fischer sits down with AI and business expert Don Finley to explore how companies of all sizes can leverage AI to drive smarter decisions, boost productivity, and gain a competitive edge. 📧💌📧Ready to take your business to the next level? Subscribe for more AI strategies, share your questions in the comments, and visit our website for free resources. Don’t miss exclusive content in our newsletter—sign up today: ⁠⁠⁠⁠beginnersguide.nl⁠⁠⁠⁠📧💌📧Whether you’re an entrepreneur, executive, or just curious about where AI is heading, you’ll find practical strategies, inspiring stories, and actionable advice throughout the conversation.--- --- ---And don't forget to support our sponsor 🚀Get started with YOUR PREMIER LEAGUE AI GAME with ⁠John Munsell's book ➡️ ⁠Ingrain AI on Amazon⁠Exactly the help you need right now ⛑️--- --- ---🚀 Episode Highlights:- Real-world applications of AI in business, from startups to global enterprises- The biggest challenges companies face with AI adoption—and how to overcome them- Don Finley’s practical tips for implementing AI solutions today- Predictions for the future of AI and business transformation- Step-by-step guidance to help you get started, no matter your company’s size💡 Quotes from the Episode:“AI isn’t just for tech giants any more - every business, no matter the size, can use it to make smarter decisions every single day.”“The biggest mistake I see is waiting for ‘the perfect moment’ to start with AI. The best time to learn is right now, with what you already have.”Chapters:(00:00) Introduction: Meet Don Finley & Today’s AI in Business Focus (03:17) Real-World Business Applications of AI (12:42) Overcoming Common AI Challenges in Business (21:30) Practical Strategies for Implementing AI (32:15) Don Finley’s Predictions for the Future of AI in Business (38:50) Key Takeaways & Where to Connect with Don FinleyWhere to find Don Finley:🧑 On LinkedIn🔗 Findustries WebsiteAnd don't forget to listen to his Podcast, "The Human Code"Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

In this electrifying episode of A Beginner’s Guide to AI, we’re joined by Mohan Rao, co-founder of Knownwell and AI veteran since the ‘80s, who walks us through a rarely discussed frontier in AI: Predictive Communication Intelligence. Forget dashboards full of red-green traffic lights—Mohan's platform reads real-time conversations, detects shifts in client sentiment, and flags problems before they explode.--- --- ---A Message from John Munsell of Bizzuka, who pays the bills for this season: "The problem that I saw out there was that most of the books out there just talk about why it's important or what is important, but none of them really tell you how to make it happen."That's where John Munsell's book comes in: get ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ingrain AI on Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠--- --- ---Together we unpack how AI can decode tone, track hidden client dissatisfaction, and highlight retention risks using natural language and large language models (LLMs). With examples from consulting, marketing, and tech services, Mohan reveals how AI is changing the way agencies stay human—at scale.If you’ve ever juggled 25 clients, struggled to keep your team aligned, or simply want AI that acts like a chief of staff (not a spreadsheet), this episode is a goldmine.---What more? Ah yes, please tune in to get my thoughts and never miss and episode, ⁠subscribe to our Newsletter⁠!---🔑 Highlights in this episode:Why traditional CRM data is “too little, too late”How AI analyzes unstructured data like Slack, Zoom, and emailThe barbell problem in consulting—and how AI fills the middleWhy one angry email doesn’t matter—but three in a row doesMohan’s take on the Terminator question (Spoiler: he’s not worried)The real impact of LLMs on internal operations at Knownwell💬 Quotes from the Episode:“The purpose of AI is to elevate the human—not to replace them. We want to do creative, high-value work. AI just gives us a leg up.” — Mohan Rao“When you're managing 25 clients, things fall apart. Our goal is to show the fire before it burns the house down.” — Mohan Rao⏱️ Podcast Chapters:00:00 Welcome & Introduction: Meet Mohan Rao03:47 Why AI Is Finally Working for Professional Services07:21 Predicting Client Risk Before It Happens10:50 One Angry Call Doesn’t Mean a Fire—But a Pattern Might14:18 AI, Empathy & Client Health Scores18:02 80% Right Beats 100% Too Late: Embracing Imperfection in AI21:34 From Spreadsheets to Signal Intelligence: Goodbye to “Yellow Clients”25:10 Losing a Team Member? AI Could’ve Warned You28:31 How the Knownwell Platform Actually Works32:01 AI for Personal Growth: Mohan’s Favourite Use Cases35:32 From Engineer to Idea Machine: LLMs as Coding Co-Pilots39:00 Sign-off & Gratitude🌐 Where to find Mohan Rao:You can connect to him on LinkedIn!And Knownwell, if you want to see his AI in action!What more? Ah yes, please tune in to get my thoughts and never miss and episode, subscribe to our Newsletter!Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

Loneliness has become one of the world’s quietest epidemics—and artificial intelligence has started whispering back. In this deeply human episode of A Beginner’s Guide to AI, Professor Gephardt explores how machines are being designed to fill emotional voids, comfort the isolated, and even simulate empathy. But can a system trained on data truly understand you—or is it only reflecting your own emotions back at you in high definition?📧💌📧Ready to take your business to the next level? Subscribe for more AI strategies, share your questions in the comments, and visit our website for free resources. Don’t miss exclusive content in our newsletter—sign up today: ⁠⁠⁠beginnersguide.nl⁠⁠⁠📧💌📧From the soft-spoken ElliQ robot keeping seniors company in empty kitchens, to chatbots like Replika creating digital friendships for millions, this episode unpacks how AI companions, emotional AI, and artificial empathy are reshaping what connection means in the 21st century. Listeners will hear real-world examples, ethical debates, and psychological insights that blur the line between comfort and code.Professor Gephardt breaks down the mechanics of AI companions—how they listen, learn, and adapt to our moods. He discusses how chatbots and mental health tools offer temporary relief while posing long-term risks of dependence. The discussion also takes a hard look at AI in wellbeing, asking whether companionship should ever be designed as a product.If you’ve ever found yourself talking to a voice assistant a little too often—or wondered if technology can make us feel less alone—this episode is for you. Engaging, funny, and grounded in real science, it’s a reminder that while AI can imitate empathy, it can’t replace the messy, irreplaceable warmth of human connection.✨ Key HighlightsHow AI companions simulate emotional understanding through language models and sentiment detectionThe rise of social robots like ElliQ and their measurable impact on elderly wellbeingWhy emotional AI can comfort but not care — and the ethical red lines designers facePsychological insights on why humans bond with machinesThe balance between technological support and emotional dependenceA simple framework: Spot, Soothe, Stretch — how AI can help without replacing real relationships💡 Whether you’re an AI beginner or a seasoned technologist, this episode blends science, ethics, and storytelling in a way that makes complex ideas feel human. Because the future of empathy might just depend on how we use our machines—and how much we still need each other.🎵 Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

Get ready for an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation with Lisa Turner of CETfreedom! In this episode, Lisa joins Dietmar Fischer to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, personal development, and spiritual growth. Lisa shares her unique journey from systems engineering to coaching, revealing how she’s leveraged her expertise to develop over 40 AI-powered tools designed to help coaches, leaders, and individuals unlock their potential.Discover Lisa’s early impressions of AI, how she overcame skepticism, and her playful “Doctor Who” philosophy—embracing the unknown and pushing boundaries in the world of AI. Dive into practical examples, from busting procrastination and imposter syndrome to creating custom hypnosis scripts and empowering journaling prompts. Whether you’re a coach, tech enthusiast, or simply curious about the future of personal growth, this episode is packed with actionable insights and real-world stories.Go to Lisa's website and get a free book (a real one!!!) there!Also, you can follow her on Tiktok, Insta, Facebook or LinkedIn!---Tune in to get my tips & tricks and never miss an episode: Subscribe to our Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Want to get in contact? Write me an email: podcast@argo.berlinMusic credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads

In this episode, Anirudh Narayan of Lyzr joins us to explore the exciting world of AI agents, marketing innovation, and growth hacking in the digital era. 📧💌📧Ready to take your business to the next level? Subscribe for more AI strategies, share your questions in the comments, and visit our website for free resources. Don’t miss exclusive content in our newsletter—sign up today: ⁠⁠beginnersguide.nl⁠⁠📧💌📧From designing AI-powered tools to transforming sales strategies, Anirudh shares practical insights, creative experiments, and lessons learned from years of working at the intersection of tech and entrepreneurship.Whether you’re a marketer, founder, or tech enthusiast, this conversation will give you a fresh perspective on how AI can amplify your business impact—today and in the future.🌟 Key Highlights:AI Marketing Agents: How they’re reshaping sales and customer engagement.Building AI Agents for Business Growth: From ideation to implementation.Content Creation in the AI Era: Strategies that convert attention into action.Real-World Case Studies: Applying AI tools for measurable results.💬 Quotes from the Episode:A one-billion-dollar business with agents and AI tools—that’s when we said, in a gold rush, you want to build shovels, so why not build a platform?"And for non-developers, it’s like—oh, I already have a template, a pre-built agent I can plug and play and start using immediately."⏱ Chapters (experimental):00:00 Introduction and Welcome with Anirudh Narayan 03:17 How AI Agents Are Changing Marketing and Sales 09:45 Building AI-Powered Tools for Business Growth 15:32 Content Creation Strategies in the AI Era 21:10 Real-World Use Cases and Success Stories 27:55 The Future of AI in Marketing and Entrepreneurship 📍 Where to find Anirudh Narayan:Website: lyzr.aiLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/anirudh-narayan/🎵 Music credit: "Modern Situations" by Unicorn Heads