AI-Driven Marketer: Master AI Marketing To Stand Out In 2025

In this  AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez and his brother Travis put ChatGPT head‑to‑head with Google Gemini after a summer of major updates from Google. We break down where Gemini now outperforms (photorealistic image generation, fast video with VO3, and prompt‑built automations) and where ChatGPT still shines (layout‑aware design, research workflows). We wrap with everyday AI use cases, a sponsor spotlight on HighLevel's upcoming agent builder, and a viral creative thread that shows how close we are to blockbuster‑level ads on a bootstrapped budget. My Favorite AI Tools * Tella (AI screen recording app I record all my solo episodes with) — https://danchez.com/tella * High Level (My all in one marketing platform) — https://danchez.com/highlevel * Zencastr (Best AI podcast tool) — https://danchez.com/podtools * n8n (my favorite AI automation tool) — https://danchez.com/n8n Resources Mentioned * Google Gemini (image & video models including VO3) — https://gemini.google.com [https://gemini.google.com/] * ChatGPT — https://chat.openai.com [https://chat.openai.com/] * LMArena (blind testing/ranking hub) — https://lmarena.ai [https://lmarena.ai/] * Google Opal — https://opal.withgoogle.com/landing/ * Adobe Express — https://www.adobe.com/express * HighLevel Agent Builder (teased) — https://danchez.com/highlevel * OpenAI Sora — https://openai.com/sora * Viral AI post of the week — https://x.com/minchoi/status/1960930861466914820 Timestamps * 00:00 – 01:06 • Setting the stage: ChatGPT's long reign & Google's summer surge * 01:06 – 03:02 • Bot Bros kickoff & what marketers will get from this breakdown * 03:02 – 09:31 • Image showdown: Gemini's "Nano Banana" vs ChatGPT for thumbnails (photorealism vs typography/layout) * 09:31 – 11:27 • Code‑name backstory & LMArena blind tests * 11:27 – 15:47 • VO3 opens up: fast 8‑second clips, shock‑moment demos, client uses * 15:47 – 18:32 • Google "Opal" automations: Zapier/Make‑style flows built by prompt * 18:32 – 20:03 • Ecosystem edge: Workspace integration vs OpenAI; rumors & realities * 20:03 – 21:17 • Sponsor: HighLevel's teased agent builder inside the all‑in‑one platform * 21:17 – 29:04 • Everyday AI: shopping research, meeting‑to‑summary workflows, conference prospecting, quick health triage * 29:04 – 32:28 • Viral thread breakdown: face/body swaps, 8‑second storytelling, Super Bowl‑level creative on a budget

Join the 21-Day Solo: Podcast Challenge - https://podcast.soloscaled.com/ In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez gives you a rare behind-the-scenes look at how he's using ChatGPT to accelerate the launch of a new product: the Solo Podcast Challenge. After coaching others and reviewing dozens of ChatGPT conversations, Dan reveals three power moves that separate AI dabblers from true AI-driven marketers. This episode is part live coaching, part tactical training—perfect for those looking to turn ChatGPT into their most powerful teammate. My Favorite AI Tools * Tella (AI screen recording app I record all my solo episodes with) - https://danchez.com/tella * High Level (My all in one marketing platform) - https://danchez.com/highlevel * Zencastr (Best AI podcast tool) - https://danchez.com/podtools * n8n (my favorite AI automation tool) - https://danchez.com/n8n Resources Mentioned * Podcast Challenge Program: https://podcast.soloscaled.com [https://podcast.soloscaled.com/] * Audience Deep Research Toolkit: https://danchez.com/audience Timestamps * 00:00 - Are you using AI differently than others? * 01:57 - Why people get different results from ChatGPT * 04:30 - Power Move #1: Deep Research for pain points * 12:44 - Building the Solo Podcast Challenge concept * 15:42 - How to structure ideation using real customer voices * 21:10 - Power Move #2: Batch content with prompt chaining * 28:55 - Using ChatGPT Canvases to generate serial content * 34:19 - Power Move #3: Use ChatGPT Agent for landing page audits * 39:50 - Summary of 3 AI power moves * 41:10 - Where to find the Podcast Challenge

* Get your 30-day free trial of High Level at https://AIautomationvault.com [https://aiautomationvault.com/] In this AI marketing podcast [https://danchez.com/ai-marketing-podcast] episode, Dan Sanchez and his co-host Travis Sanchez dive deep into the emotional and practical landscape of job security in the age of AI. While 71% of Americans report being worried about AI taking over jobs, Dan and Travis explore why their audience of marketers feels largely confident instead. They dissect the stats, the mindset shifts, and the hands-on practices that separate the worried majority from the optimistic few. My Favorite AI Tools * Tella - https://danchez.com/tella * High Level - https://danchez.com/highlevel * Zencastr - https://danchez.com/podtools * n8n - https://danchez.com/n8n Resources Mentioned * Reuters AI Job Loss Poll - https://www.reuters.com/world/us/americans-fear-ai-permanently-displacing-workers-reutersipsos-poll-finds-2025-08-19/ * Microsoft AI Job Risk Report - https://arxiv.org/pdf/2507.07935 * https://www.marketingaiinstitute.com/blog/podcast * AI Automation Vault - https://AIautomationvault.com [https://aiautomationvault.com/] Timestamps * 00:00 - 71% of Americans are scared AI will take their job * 01:30 - Why boomers and Gen Z might feel differently about AI * 03:00 - What's really fueling the fear: uncertainty and media hype * 04:50 - Microsoft's list of most at-risk jobs (marketers, beware) * 07:00 - The surprising flip in Dan's LinkedIn poll * 09:00 - The mindset that brings confidence in the age of AI * 13:00 - The 3 ways to stay confident: mindset, news vetting, experimentation * 18:00 - How daily life use of AI builds career confidence * 23:00 - Why mastering AI in your existing tools is the real unlock * 24:00 - Creating AI-animated kids books with Google Gemini and Grok

Get Your 30 Day Trial of High Level Here:  https://danchez.com/highlevel In this AI marketing podcast [https://danchez.com/ai-marketing-podcast/] episode, Dan Sanchez dives into a powerful solution to a common marketing bottleneck: too many leads, not enough follow-up. Drawing from his time as a university marketing director, Dan explores how AI sales agents are transforming how businesses handle inbound calls, qualify leads, and book appointments 24/7. He shows how even solo entrepreneurs and local businesses can implement AI-powered phone agents that sound great, take action, and integrate seamlessly with platforms like High Level. This episode is both a case study and a how-to guide for automating sales conversations with AI. My Favorite AI Tools * Tella (AI screen recording app I record all my solo episodes with) - https://danchez.com/tella * High Level (My all-in-one marketing platform) - https://danchez.com/highlevel * Zencastr (Best AI podcast tool) - https://danchez.com/podtools * n8n (my favorite AI automation tool) - https://danchez.com/n8n Resources Mentioned * High Level Here:  https://danchez.com/highlevel * AI Vault Templates - https://aiautomationvault.com/ * Call the AI Agent Demo - +1 615-610-0721 Timestamps * 00:00 - The "too many leads" problem marketers face * 01:00 - Why AI sales agents are the solution * 02:30 - What AI sales agents can do (and what they can't) * 04:00 - Real-world use case: A chiropractor example * 05:00 - Capabilities: Booking, qualifying, texting, workflows * 08:00 - Live demo of Dan's AI sales agent in action * 10:00 - How to easily set one up using High Level * 11:30 - How to train your AI agent with FAQs and knowledge base * 12:30 - Why every marketer should be testing this NOW

In this AI marketing podcast [https://danchez.com/ai-marketing-podcast/] episode, Dan Sanchez dives headfirst into the whirlwind of reactions surrounding ChatGPT-5. With some marketers thrilled and others furious, Dan cuts through the hype to offer a grounded take on what's really happening with this major AI update. He explains why GPT-5 is a massive leap forward, how OpenAI's strategy democratizes access to advanced AI, and what practical steps you can take as a marketer to get the most from this new model. My Favorite AI Tools * Tella (AI screen recording app I record all my solo episodes with) - https://danchez.com/tella * High Level (My all in one marketing platform) - https://danchez.com/highlevel * Zencastr (Best AI podcast tool) - https://danchez.com/podtools * n8n (my favorite AI automation tool) - https://danchez.com/n8n Resources Mentioned * Full Guide On Customizing ChatGPT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D-n0IuKpo6A * Giovanni Beggiato's OpenAI Agent Guide Slide Deck — https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7360626057139433472/ * Nicole Leffer's Prompt Strategy — https://www.linkedin.com/posts/nicoleleffer_if-you-use-chatgpt-it-is-gold-to-understand-activity-7360804026424147968-krdW?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAJq6gwB_q7tbdFevQk2MATQbXLntrfkInA * InstaPost GPT for LinkedIn Content — https://go.danchez.com/instapost Timestamps * 00:00 – The polarizing reaction to ChatGPT-5 * 01:30 – Results from Dan's LinkedIn poll * 03:00 – Why OpenAI hyped GPT-5 (and what actually changed) * 05:00 – The real power of GPT-5: better access, streamlined experience * 06:30 – Personality backlash: users missing old affirming behavior * 09:00 – The importance of AI pushing back, not affirming everything * 11:00 – Bugs, glitches, and rollout pains * 13:00 – OpenAI's response and fixes * 15:00 – How to organize your ChatGPT account for best results * 18:00 – Context Engineering: give it the right data, not all the data * 20:00 – Tuning how much GPT-5 "thinks" with reasoning prompts * 22:00 – Beginner guide to AI agents and why they matter now

Join me at the Solo: Scaled live event at: https://soloscaled.com/event In this AI marketing podcast [https://danchez.com/ai-marketing-podcast/] episode, Dan Sanchez shares an exciting personal update about the future of the show and his latest ventures. He reflects on the journey of AI Driven Marketer, announces his part-time shift at Social Media Examiner, and reveals three major projects: a new YouTube series called AI Explored, a podcast automation tool called Smack.fm, and a hybrid podcast agency and coaching program called SoloScaled. These initiatives are designed to help marketers, solopreneurs, and consultants harness AI for content creation, lead generation, and business growth — all while maintaining consistency without burnout. My Favorite AI Tools * Tella - https://danchez.com/tella * High Level - https://danchez.com/highlevel * Zencastr - https://danchez.com/podtools * n8n - https://danchez.com/n8n Resources Mentioned * AI Explored YouTube Series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rIglN6SkRDM&list=PLITe1ltD-mS213yIHUe96UA9D6cJYX_ZT * Smack.fm - https://smack.fm/ * Solo: Scaled live event - https://soloscaled.com/event Timestamps * 00:00 – Reflecting on the AI-Driven Marketer journey and audience growth * 01:47 – Joining Social Media Examiner as Senior AI Marketing Strategist * 02:36 – Launch of AI Explored YouTube series with Social Media Examiner * 03:53 – Shifting to part-time at Social Media Examiner to focus on personal ventures * 04:14 – Introducing Smack.fm: AI-powered podcast content distribution tool * 07:26 – Lessons from building SaaS and plans for Smack.fm beta launch * 07:53 – Launching SoloScaled: hybrid podcast agency and coaching program * 10:20 – How SoloScaled helps solopreneurs overcome feast-and-famine cycles * 11:08 – Co-founding with Ken Ferrer and details on the live event launch * 12:23 – The evolving agency model and future of founder-led content marketing * 13:47 – Closing thoughts on AI's role in transforming marketing

Get your free 30 day trial of High Level: https://danchez.com/highlevel/  [https://danchez.com/highlevel/%C2%A0] In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez and his brother Travis Sanchez unpack the much-anticipated release of ChatGPT 5 — separating the real value from the hype. They share first impressions, discuss how different types of users will experience the upgrade, and explain why this release is more about accessibility than flashy new features. The conversation also covers OpenAI's first open weights model and its implications for marketers working with proprietary data, plus an exploration of AI-generated ads and the ethical debates they spark. My Favorite AI Tools * Tella - https://danchez.com/tella * High Level - https://danchez.com/highlevel * Zencastr - https://danchez.com/podtools * n8n - https://danchez.com/n8n Resources Mentioned * Video Ad on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7358142219003858944/?updateEntityUrn=urn%3Ali%3Afs_updateV2%3A%28urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7358142219003858944%2CFEED_DETAIL%2CEMPTY%2CDEFAULT%2Cfalse%29 Timestamps * 00:01 – First impressions of ChatGPT 5 and how it compares to previous versions * 03:53 – How beginners, intermediate users, and pros will experience the update differently * 06:05 – Missing features and what OpenAI didn't release with ChatGPT 5 * 10:06 – Model selection changes and the shift to "thinking" mode * 10:56 – Why this release focuses on accessibility and mass adoption * 16:21 – OpenAI's first open weights model and its potential for marketers * 18:35 – Benefits and limitations of running local AI models * 21:03 – High Level's value for agencies and marketers * 22:42 – Everyday AI: How Dan and Travis used AI this week * 26:37 – Viral AI-generated ad and public backlash over authenticity * 33:14 – Ethical considerations for AI in advertising * 34:43 – Closing thoughts on marketing ethics and AI

In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez dives into a highly curated list of AI books every marketer should know. Rather than just follow trends on social media or binge-watch YouTube explainers, Dan shares why books remain the most powerful medium for deep learning on AI. He breaks down his top three must-reads for different stages of the AI journey—beginner, practitioner, and advanced leader—and gives bonus recommendations and a few titles to avoid. Whether you're just wrapping your head around AI or you're ready to implement advanced strategies, this episode is your ultimate AI reading guide. My Favorite AI Tools * Tella - https://danchez.com/tella * High Level - https://danchez.com/highlevel * Zencastr - https://danchez.com/podtools * n8n - https://danchez.com/n8n Resources Mentioned * Co-Intelligence by Ethan Mollick - https://amzn.to/3HcV75s * AI Human Fusion by Leanne Shelton - https://amzn.to/45Fiwpi * The AI-Driven Leader by Geoff Woods - https://amzn.to/45L5XrJ * Empire of AI by Karen Hao - https://amzn.to/47oUkJ4 * Elon Musk by Walter Isaacson - https://amzn.to/458HKMI  [https://amzn.to/458HKMI%C2%A0] Timestamps * 00:00 - Why books still matter for mastering AI * 01:30 - Dan's book preview-review system for getting the most out of reading * 03:30 - Book #1: Co-Intelligence by Ethan Mollick (best intro book) * 05:00 - Book #2: AI Human Fusion by Leanne Shelton (best for practitioners) * 06:15 - Book #3: The AI-Driven Leader by Jeff Woods (top pick for leaders) * 08:00 - Bonus biographies and big-picture books: OpenAI, Elon Musk, Nvidia * 11:00 - Books that didn't make the cut (and why you can skip them) * 13:00 - Upcoming reads on Dan's radar * 14:00 - How to suggest books or send yours to Dan directly Would you like me to move on to the next step and write 10 title options for this episode?

Get your 1-month trial of High Level - https://danchez.com/highlevel In this  AI marketing podcast [https://danchez.com/ai-marketing-podcast/] episode, Dan Sanchez dives deep into the newly released ChatGPT agents and how marketers can actually make them useful today. While many early users find the agents unreliable, Dan shares three specific tips to make them work more consistently in real-world marketing workflows. From SOPs and login best practices to using agents to trigger automations, he breaks down how to go from hype to helpful. He also covers ChatGPT's new study mode, a privacy warning about shared chats being indexed by Google, and explores the creative potential of AI-generated video ads. My Favorite AI Tools * Tella - https://danchez.com/tella * High Level - https://danchez.com/highlevel * Zencastr - https://danchez.com/podtools * n8n - https://danchez.com/n8n Resources Mentioned * Simon Sinek on Diary of a CEO Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I3WUiD8HYn8 * LinkedIn Poll on AI guiding crucial conversations - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/digitalmarketingdan_danchez-activity-7353015750447489025-aEie?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAJq6gwB_q7tbdFevQk2MA [https://www.linkedin.com/posts/digitalmarketingdan_danchez-activity-7353015750447489025-aEie?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAJq6gwB_q7tbdFevQk2MATQbXLntrfkInA]TQbXLntrfkInA * Google Veo 3 - https://deepmind.google/models/veo/ * Viral Ikea ad - https://x.com/Salmaaboukarr/status/1946530149299634618 Timestamps * 00:00 - ChatGPT Agents Are Here: First impressions and skepticism * 01:16 - What AI agents really are and why they underperform * 03:18 - Tip #1: Use step-by-step SOPs to guide agents effectively * 06:24 - Tip #2: Login credentials and how to safely give agents access * 09:22 - Tip #3: Bypass limitations using automation triggers via form fills * 10:43 - Shared ChatGPT links are now indexed by Google (privacy alert) * 12:13 - New ChatGPT Study Mode and how it helps with mastery * 16:13 - Poll: Is using ChatGPT for hard conversations inauthentic? * 21:29 - Viral AI Ad of the Week: Ikea explosion box made with VO3

In this AI marketing podcast [https://danchez.com/ai-marketing-podcast/] episode, Dan Sanchez joins Mike Montague on the Human First AI Marketing Podcast for a high-energy, insightful conversation about how AI is redefining what's possible for marketers in 2025. Dan shares his personal journey from burnout to breakthrough by embracing AI tools, and he unpacks practical frameworks, advanced prompting strategies, and the future of automation for small marketing teams. The episode is a deep dive into how marketers can do more with less—without sacrificing creativity or humanity. My Favorite AI Tools * Tella (AI screen recording app I record all my solo episodes with) - https://danchez.com/tella * High Level (My all in one marketing platform) - https://danchez.com/highlevel * Zencastr (Best AI podcast tool) - https://danchez.com/podtools * n8n (my favorite AI automation tool) - https://danchez.com/n8n Resources Mentioned * Element451 CRM - https://element451.com [https://element451.com/] * Animatrix (Matrix prequel short films) - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0328832/ * "Your Music and People" by Derek Sivers - https://sive.rs/ym * Avenue9 AI Marketing Services - https://avenue9.com [https://avenue9.com/] * Dan's AI Fundamentals Course - https://danchez.com/courses Timestamps * [00:00] Introduction and the state of AI adoption in marketing * [02:24] Why AI is more than just efficiency—it's innovation * [04:58] Dan's turning point: financial struggle and an AI awakening * [07:46] The lack of good AI education resources and how Dan filled the gap * [10:05] Advanced prompting strategies: chain prompting and edits * [12:57] AI-generated images and the thumbnail dilemma * [15:36] Is AI the considerate choice for customer service? * [19:30] Human vs AI in support: What's actually more helpful? * [25:29] What marketers are missing: Thinking in systems * [29:02] The value of custom GPTs and automation in your workflow * [30:38] Children's books, personal branding, and AI as a creative tool * [31:30] Utopia or Matrix: Predictions for AI and human behavior G816nkWtdgFOeFsDOKc4

Watch: How to Be the Marketer AI Can't Replace: https://danchez.com/marketers-this-is-how-you-dont-get-replaced-by-ai-human-edge-framework/ In this AI marketing podcast [https://danchez.com/ai-marketing-podcast/] episode, Dan Sanchez interviews 18-year-old AI prodigy Gray Mitchell, a young entrepreneur who's already building advanced AI systems that rival those of veteran marketers. Gray shares his journey from launching a dropshipping business at 15 to founding a cold email agency and now leading an AI implementation firm. His story is packed with hustle, technical deep dives, and tactical insights that show exactly how AI can revolutionize marketing through personalized outreach, content automation, SEO, and ad creation. My Favorite AI Tools * Tella (AI screen recording app I record all my solo episodes with) - https://danchez.com/tella * High Level (My all in one marketing platform) - https://danchez.com/highlevel * Zencastr (Best AI podcast tool) - https://danchez.com/podtools * n8n (my favorite AI automation tool) - https://danchez.com/n8n Resources Mentioned * Gray's LinkedIn Profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/realgraymitchell/ * Igress (Gray's AI implementation agency) - https://igris.com [https://igris.com/] * Clay (AI contact enrichment tool) - https://www.clay.com [https://www.clay.com/] Timestamps * 00:01:00 - Why Dan believes AI mastery is a marketer's survival skill * 00:02:00 - Introducing Gray Mitchell: the teen AI prodigy * 00:03:30 - Gray's entrepreneurial beginnings: TikTok dropshipping at 15 * 00:08:00 - Transitioning from D2C to B2B cold outreach * 00:13:00 - Discovering AI and the early days of ChatGPT * 00:16:30 - Scaling a cold email agency with AI automation * 00:23:00 - Pivoting to a full-blown AI implementation agency * 00:29:00 - Gray's learning process: n8n, YouTube, and hundreds of hours of study * 00:35:00 - Automation vs agents: how Gray frames AI systems * 00:46:00 - Real client results: AI SEO, ad creation systems, and more * 00:55:00 - Custom tools vs SaaS: the future of AI marketing implementation * 01:00:00 - Final thoughts on where AI in business is heading

Get Access to My High Level AI Automation Vault: https://aiautomationvault.com/ In this AI marketing podcast [https://danchez.com/ai-marketing-podcast/] episode, Dan Sanchez unveils the groundbreaking launch of ChatGPT's new AI agent toolset — the moment we've all been waiting for. With Travis out on summer vacation, Dan dives solo into the most important AI news marketers need to know, including how AI agents are shifting marketers from prompt engineers to task delegators. He explores what the new ChatGPT agent can actually do, previews of Perplexity's new AI-first browser, Grok's rising competition with OpenAI, and how custom GPTs are evolving LinkedIn content creation. Plus, Dan shares new poll results and a must-read viral post from Marcus Sheridan. My Favorite AI Tools: * Tella (AI screen recording app I record all my solo episodes with) - https://danchez.com/tella * High Level (My all in one marketing platform) - https://danchez.com/highlevel * Zencastr (Best AI podcast tool) - https://danchez.com/podtools * n8n (my favorite AI automation tool) - https://danchez.com/n8n Resources Mentioned: * ChatGPT Agents demo videos – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wzGS_WUZYQ&list=PLOXw6I10VTv_9xLWUFMRDL6DWwVRg0Ts7 * The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss – https://fourhourworkweek.com/ * Perplexity Browser (Comet) – https://comet.perplexity.ai/ * XAI & Grok – https://x.ai/ * Dan's free AI course – https://danchez.com/course Timestamps: * 00:00 – AI Agents have arrived: Dan previews ChatGPT's groundbreaking new feature * 01:46 – Combining Deep Research, Operator, and O3 into a super-agent * 04:30 – Why marketers will soon be managing teams of AI * 06:58 – What these AI agents can actually do today * 09:27 – Example use cases: from image stickers to spreadsheet automation * 10:18 – Delegating is the next big skill, not prompting * 12:34 – Other AI news: Perplexity's browser, Grok 4, and more * 16:35 – How Dan's custom GPT + HighLevel are transforming LinkedIn scheduling * 19:13 – AI usage poll: Most marketers now use AI daily * 21:47 – Viral post from Marcus Sheridan: Are you in the 95%, 5%, or 1%?

In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez and his brother Travis celebrate the 4th of July by shelving the usual news segment and sharing dozens of real‑life AI use‑cases that make them feel practically invincible—from diffusing marital spats to demolishing lawn weeds and even scoring a one‑day passport. My Favorite AI Tools * Tella – https://danchez.com/tella * High Level – https://danchez.com/highlevel * Zencastr – https://danchez.com/podtools * n8n – https://danchez.com/n8n Resources Mentioned * ChatGPT O3 – https://openai.com [https://openai.com/] * Claude – https://www.anthropic.com [https://www.anthropic.com/] * Helium Mobile – https://www.helium.com/mobile * Reddit travel/passport threads – https://reddit.com [https://reddit.com/] Timestamps 00:00 – "Power Overwhelming": feeling unstoppable with AI cheat codes  01:14 – Why the hosts skip this week's AI drama & celebrate July 4th  02:55 – AI as script‑writing sidekick & relationship mediator  08:46 – Minecraft oracle: using GPT for complex game mechanics & kid questions  14:53 – Pronouncing tricky names & decoding city fireworks ordinances  17:08 – How GPT cracked the one‑day passport scheduling game  21:40 – Bible‑study deep dives, translation quirks, and theological context  24:05 – Weed‑ID lawn care, fitness tweaks, and DIY coloring pages  29:22 – Emotional clarity, tax tips, and closing thoughts

Test My Voice Agent By Calling  👉  1-615-610-0721 In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez interviews Fer Patel, Director of Special Projects at HighLevel, to explore how AI-powered conversational marketing is revolutionizing lead engagement and sales conversion. Fer shares his journey from fintech to marketing, his discovery of HighLevel, and how its conversational tools and AI voice agents are helping businesses respond faster, book more appointments, and reduce missed opportunities. Whether you're an agency or a solo operator, you'll learn how to harness AI to scale your client communications and revenue. My Favorite AI Tools * Tella (AI screen recording app I record all my solo episodes with) - https://danchez.com/tella * High Level (My all in one marketing platform) - https://danchez.com/highlevel * Zencastr (Best AI podcast tool) - https://danchez.com/podtools * n8n (my favorite AI automation tool) - https://danchez.com/n8n Resources Mentioned * Test My Voice Agent By Calling  👉  1-615-610-0721 Timestamps * 02:30 - Fer's background and journey into marketing tech * 05:00 - Dan's early automation with Infusionsoft * 07:00 - HighLevel's agency-first features like snapshots * 10:00 - The evolution into an all-in-one CRM with robust AI tools * 14:00 - Conversational marketing channels supported by HighLevel * 22:00 - How HighLevel's AI voice agents work and real-world examples * 35:00 - Voice vs. chat AI ethics and best practices * 40:00 - Actions AI voice agents can take, from SMS to API webhooks * 48:00 - Upcoming features and the future of CRM-integrated AI agents

Get a free 30-day trial of High Level: https://danchez.com/highlevel In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez and Travis Sanchez dive into the explosive rise of AI-generated video content across social platforms. From eerie dreamlike filters to hyperrealistic diving cats and cringe-worthy talking head ads, they unpack the bizarre, viral, and groundbreaking shifts AI is catalyzing in digital media. The brothers also debate the idea of marketers becoming "vibe coders," leveraging tools like Claude's AI artifacts and Lovable to automate code-free creativity. Finally, they spotlight a powerful new use case inside High Level—AI agents that can take calls, answer questions, and book meetings like a human receptionist. My Favorite AI Tools: * Tella - https://danchez.com/tella * High Level - https://danchez.com/highlevel * Zencastr - https://danchez.com/podtools * n8n - https://danchez.com/n8n Resources Mentioned: * Claude AI Artifacts - https://claude.ai * Lovable (landing page builder) - https://lovable.so * Visual Studio Code - https://code.visualstudio.com * MidJourney - https://www.midjourney.com * Sam Altman Poll: https://x.com/sama/status/1937607691519819863 * SimilarWeb App Download Chart - https://x.com/Similarweb/status/1937403925461610629 Timestamps: * 00:01 – AI video takes over social feeds * 01:20 – Creepiness, creativity, and viral AI video trends * 04:00 – AI influencers and deepfake marketing cringe * 06:00 – Competing with AI-powered creators for attention * 07:00 – Trust, truth, and personal brands as future marketing anchors * 10:00 – The rise of AI agents and truth scarcity in media * 14:00 – Will all marketers become "vibe coders"? Debate begins * 18:00 – High Level's AI agent for calls and meeting booking * 20:00 – Real-life use cases: ChatGPT as a research and creativity assistant * 24:00 – MidJourney animation and visual content for social * 29:00 – ChatGPT outpacing app downloads and future of mobile models

In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez dives deep into one of the most underrated AI capabilities available in ChatGPT: its Deep Research tool. While the AI world buzzes with talk about autonomous agents, Dan reveals how this built-in feature can outperform them by giving marketers unparalleled insight into their customers. He explains how Deep Research goes beyond a simple web search, dedicating 30-40 minutes to iterative, thoughtful analysis of internet data, and shows how to use a 12-part prompt pack to harness it effectively. From decoding audience pain points to discovering grant opportunities, Dan demonstrates how any marketer can unlock gold hidden across forums, social platforms, and blogs to create resonant, data-backed content. My Favorite AI Tools: * Tella (AI screen recording app I record all my solo episodes with) - https://danchez.com/tella * High Level (My all in one marketing platform) - https://danchez.com/highlevel * Zencastr (Best AI podcast tool) - https://danchez.com/podtools * n8n (my favorite AI automation tool) - https://danchez.com/n8n Resources Mentioned: * Audience Deep Research Toolkit - https://danchez.com/research Timestamps: * 00:00 - Why Deep Research is the most underrated AI agent * 00:57 - ChatGPT vs. agents: what people are missing * 02:30 - How Deep Research actually works in GPT-4 (O3) * 04:45 - The real-world example: finding playground grants for an HOA * 07:10 - What Deep Research asked before running the project * 09:00 - A full breakdown of the results and insights * 11:00 - Best use cases for Deep Research in marketing * 12:45 - Preview of the 12 prompt library to decode your audience * 15:20 - Most common AI-related questions marketers ask * 17:35 - How to use Deep Research to fuel content, strategy, and offers * 21:00 - Going beyond: brand audits, objections, influencers, and more

In this AI marketing podcast [https://danchez.com/ai-marketing-podcast/] episode, Dan Sanchez and his brother Travis dive deep into the current state of AI agents, cutting through the hype to reveal what's real and what marketers can actually leverage today. They also explore the upcoming launch of ChatGPT-5, MidJourney's new AI video capabilities, and practical use cases of AI tools that boost daily productivity for marketers. With a grounded take on emerging tech, Dan and Travis keep you informed without the overwhelm. My Favorite AI Tools * Tella - https://danchez.com/tella * High Level - https://danchez.com/highlevel * Zencastr - https://danchez.com/podtools * n8n - https://danchez.com/n8n Resources Mentioned * ChatGPT - https://openai.com/chatgpt * MidJourney Video - https://www.midjourney.com [https://www.midjourney.com/] * Adobe Express - https://express.adobe.com/ * Video of teacher show students future selves: Timestamps * 00:01 - Are AI Agents Actually Real Yet? * 02:30 - Ramit Sethi's Executive Assistant as a Model for Agents * 05:30 - Why Cross-Application Functionality is the Missing Link * 08:00 - Apple and Google's Agent Struggles * 10:30 - The FOMO Around AI Agent Tools * 13:00 - ChatGPT's Growing Memory: A Competitive Edge * 20:30 - What's Coming with ChatGPT-5 * 23:30 - MidJourney's AI Video: Surprisingly Good * 27:00 - High Level's Voice Agent and All-in-One Power * 31:00 - Everyday AI Use: From Medical Advice to Reading Aid * 35:00 - Adobe Express Replaces Photoshop for Thumbnails * 40:00 - AIO (Artificial Intelligence Optimization) Series Teaser * 41:00 - Viral Use Case: Teachers Showing Students Their Future Selves

In this AI marketing podcast [https://danchez.com/ai-marketing-podcast] episode, Dan Sanchez and Travis Sanchez unpack the latest advancements in AI tools and their implications for marketers. From significant ChatGPT upgrades to the underwhelming Apple Intelligence reveal, they dive deep into what's truly useful for marketers. They also explore Suno AI's evolution into a powerful music-generation tool and how it can replace stock music sites for marketers. The Bot Bros also share personal use cases for ChatGPT's voice mode and discuss how deep research tools are gaining traction among savvy marketers. My Favorite AI Tools * ChatGPT - https://openai.com/ * High Level Marketing Platform - https://danchez.com/highlevel * AI Podcasting Tools - https://danchez.com/podtools * n8n AI Automation Platform - https://danchez.com/n8n Resources Mentioned * Sesame AI voice assistant - https://app.sesame.com/?_gl=1*1mt7jix*_ga*MTUzMTE5MzA2Mi4xNzQ5NTE4Njcy*_ga_ZZLPJBMBEN*czE3NDk4MjA3NjYkbzIkZzAkdDE3NDk4MjA3NjYkajYwJGwwJGgw * Grok by xAI - https://x.ai [https://x.ai/] * Suno AI - https://suno.ai [https://suno.ai/] * Gamma design tool - https://gamma.app [https://gamma.app/] * Danchez music - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4SRaKYQuSaHcvpB2uyjThF/discography/all * AI Fundamentals Course: https://danchez.com/courses/ai-fundamentals/ * Advanced CustomGPTs Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8DJUfuWohfE * Fake Pupprifin Commercial: https://x.com/PJaccetturo/status/1925464847900352590 Timestamps * 00:46 ChatGPT's new voice mode and practical marketing potential * 05:50 O3 Pro model: major leap in capability for deep work * 08:35 Custom GPT updates and why every marketer needs to build one * 12:23 Grok and Claude updates: Grok is catching up fast * 13:30 Apple Intelligence disappointment and lack of innovation * 19:09 Suno 4.5 music generation and its marketing applications * 28:22 Real-life examples of AI in everyday work and content creation * 34:54 LinkedIn poll: How marketers use deep research tools * 39:08 Viral AI-generated pharma ad and state of video AI

In this AI marketing podcast [https://danchez.com/ai-marketing-podcast/] episode, Dan Sanchez breaks down how to use AI not just for sales enablement but for sales protection. He introduces a high-level automation built with ChatGPT to filter out bad leads before they enter your funnel. Learn how to protect your brand, your sequences, and your team from lead pollution and malicious prompt injections—all while ensuring only the best leads reach your sales team. My Favorite AI Tools: * ChatGPT - https://openai.com/ * High Level Marketing Platform - https://danchez.com/highlevel * AI Podcasting Tools - https://danchez.com/podtools * n8n AI Automation Platform - https://danchez.com/n8n Resources Mentioned: * AI Fundamentals Course - https://danchez.com/fundamentals * AI Automation Vault - https://aiautomationvault.com [https://aiautomationvault.com/] Timestamps: * 00:00 - Why not all leads are good leads * 01:10 - Overview of the vetting sequence using High Level + ChatGPT * 03:00 - Personalized action steps with AI (and the risks it poses) * 04:45 - How malicious data can damage your brand and credibility * 06:30 - Introducing LeadGuard 1.0: The AI gatekeeper * 08:50 - Collaboratively crafting the perfect lead-vetting prompt * 10:30 - Testing, improving, and hardening the prompt * 12:00 - Setting up automation branches (yes, no, misfire) * 14:00 - Why you should tag and review bad leads * 14:30 - Encouragement to build your own lead filtering system podscan_JauK6ak8AFTqJ01YOSa7rbG7s3NVSrlO

In this episode of the AI-Driven Marketer [https://danchez.com/ai-marketing-podcast], Dan Sanchez joins host Audrey Chia to share his journey from early AI experimentation to building custom GPTs and automating the majority of his podcast workflow. They dive into practical, everyday AI use cases that marketers may be overlooking, explore how businesses can implement conversational AI for customer engagement, and discuss trends shaping the future of marketing teams in the age of AI. Dan also breaks down the art of prompting, reveals his favorite deep research prompt, and unpacks the mindset shifts marketers need to thrive alongside AI. Tune in for actionable insights and thought-provoking advice to help you supercharge your marketing with AI today. Timestamps: * ChatGPT: https://chat.openai.com [https://chat.openai.com/] * Claude: https://claude.ai [https://claude.ai/] * Google Gemini: https://gemini.google.com [https://gemini.google.com/] * Grok: https://grok.x.ai [https://grok.x.ai/] * NotebookLM: https://notebooklm.google [https://notebooklm.google/] * Sesame: https://sesame.com [https://sesame.com/] (URL mentioned as sesame.com; specific product page not given) * Zencastr: https://zencastr.com [https://zencastr.com/] * Riverside: https://riverside.fm [https://riverside.fm/] * My Showrunner (custom GPT & open source instructions): https://myshowrunner.com [https://myshowrunner.com/] * AI Driven Marketer podcast: https://aidrivenmarketer.com [https://aidrivenmarketer.com/] * LinkedIn (Dan Sanchez's profile): https://linkedin.com/in/digitalmarketingdan Timestamps: * 00:00 Delayed Adoption of ChatGPT for Growth * 05:10 ChatGPT: Home Project Assistant * 08:36 AI Phone Assistant for Businesses * 11:46 AI-Induced Job Reductions Trend * 15:07 Marketers' Basic AI Usage * 18:52 AI Proficiency: Paid Tools and Custom Bots * 21:49 AI Workflow Efficiency Mindset * 23:16 Streamlining Success with Clear Guidelines * 27:37 Effective Research Guidance for Marketers * 32:52 "Balancing AI: Skepticism & Friendliness" * 36:25 Experienced Wisdom vs. AI Intuition * 37:50 "Exploring AI Image Generation"