AI Startup Podcast

The AI Startup Podcast is your inside look at the people and ideas powering the AI boom. Hosted by Jaeden Schafer, each episode features candid conversations with founders, engineers, and investors creating the future of artificial intelligence, and turning it into businesses. From fundraising and product strategy to scaling challenges and emerging research, we go beyond the hype to uncover what it really takes to build an AI startup in today’s rapidly changing landscape. You’ll learn how top teams are using LLMs, agents, data, and infrastructure to solve real problems and capture markets.

Examining Impactful Tech Mergers in Cursor Acquires Koala: Saving Employees

In this episode, we’re examining the impactful angles of tech mergers as seen in Cursor Acquires Koala: Saving Employees. We explore how this acquisition is putting people first in acquisitions amid a shifting tech landscape. Join us for a look into the story, the strategy, and the statement this deal makes.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle

11-11
12:37

Protecting Your Data in the Age of AI

Protecting Your Data in the Age of AI challenges the notion of informed consent in a world of predictive models. It’s a critical conversation for anyone using connected devices or AI apps.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle

11-10
12:48

AI and the Erosion of Digital Privacy

AI and the Erosion of Digital Privacy shows why privacy policies alone may not be enough anymore. We examine what governments and individuals can still do to push back.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle

11-09
09:05

Monetizing the Mind of Grok's AI Companion

Monetizing the Mind of Grok's AI Companion has become a trending question in the tech economy. The product is quietly building a solid financial foundation, shifting how people think about artificial intelligence and revenue. Its approach may change how tech firms build profitable AI-driven tools in the future.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle

11-08
10:36

Adjusting to Anthropic's New Usage Limits

Adjusting to Anthropic's New Usage Limits has become a pressing concern for many users. The new policy is impacting developer plans, with ripple effects across the AI community. As limits reshape expectations, users are reevaluating how they interact with the platform.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle

11-07
12:02

DuckDuckGo Scrubs Digitally Altered Graphics

DuckDuckGo has decided to scrubs digitally altered graphics from its platform. This move is part of its initiative to strengthen digital safety in search results. It reflects a growing trend toward responsible tech use and ethical content delivery.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle

10-27
12:07

Funding Surge: Loveable Nets $200M, Jumps to $1.8B Valuation......

In a major funding milestone, garnering $200 million in funding. The funding has propelled the company’s valuation to a remarkable $1.8 billion. This influx of capital is expected to fuel expansion plans and product innovation. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle

10-26
07:10

Engineering Momentum: the secret tools behind Perplexity AI's rise

Understand why strategic frameworks that defy norms is enabling explosive scalability. This episode delves into the core of Perplexity AI’s methods, revealing strategies you won’t find in typical playbooks. These insights show how smart innovation is leading the AI transformation journey.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle

10-25
09:32

Unpacking Insider Deep Learning with Mistral's Deep Research

In this episode, we’re unpacking high-level tech innovation from the perspective of Mistral's Deep Research. Discover how this work is disrupting the tech industry and setting a new standard for innovation in AI. We’ll break down the most important insights, explore real-world implications, and share why this matters now more than ever.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle

10-24
12:02

Examining Autonomous OpenAI's Latest Innovation

In this episode, we’re examining autonomous openai's latest innovation—boosting productivity and creativity.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustleTo recommend a guest email: guests(@)podcaststudio.com

10-14
12:02

Nvidia’s H20 Chips Head Back to China

Nvidia’s H20 Chips Head Back to China restores access to advanced AI compute in one of the world’s largest markets. In this episode, we explore what this means for Nvidia, China, and the AI race.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustleTo recommend a guest email: guests(@)podcaststudio.com

10-13
10:06

Shaping AI Behavior: How Far Can We Go?

Shaping AI Behavior: How Far Can We Go? opens up philosophical and technical debates that are far from settled. It’s a deep dive into the heart of the alignment challenge.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustleTo recommend a guest email: guests(@)podcaststudio.com

10-12
11:43

The Voice of Google AI Reaches Businesses

The Voice of Google AI Reaches Businesses is aiming to replace traditional phone reps with scalable AI systems. Join us as we analyze what this means for sales, support, and service industries.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustleTo recommend a guest email: guests(@)podcaststudio.com

10-11
08:15

Inside Meta’s Data Center Shift

Inside Meta’s Data Center Shift combines sustainability and compute performance for the AI era. Our experts analyze the tradeoffs, benefits, and future of this direction.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustleTo recommend a guest email: guests(@)podcaststudio.com

10-10
11:42

Meet Voxtral

Meet Voxtral—Mistral AI's latest innovation in voice technology. It's being positioned as cutting-edge conversational AI. Experts weigh in on Voxtral's strengths and limitations.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustleTo recommend a guest email: guests(@)podcaststudio.com

10-09
09:36

Exploring AI Synergy

Discover the emerging trend of ai synergy is reshaping the boundaries of artificial thinking. Expect insights into how the smartest machines might work together soon.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustleTo recommend a guest email: guests(@)podcaststudio.com

10-08
11:33

Music Meets AI: Automated Music Engine

Discover the implications for artists, producers, and the music industry at large. We break down the capabilities and creative potential of the model. Hear how this technology might disrupt traditional music workflows.Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

06-10
07:52

Amazon Unveils AI-Powered Worker

This podcast dives into the human-machine collaboration emerging in industry. We uncover the broader implications of AI robotics for global commerce. Understand the strategic impact of AI robots on Amazon’s business model.Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

06-09
11:00

OpenAI Boosts Tech Use with Smarter Problem Solving

We discuss how OpenAI continues to evolve its tools for professional use cases. We dive into the enhanced logic and precision GPT-4.1 brings to the platform. This podcast unpacks the technical edge GPT-4.1 adds to ChatGPT.Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

06-09
10:16

AI Data Shakeup: Neon Acquisition

Learn how Neon’s technology fits into Databricks’ larger platform strategy. We analyze the competitive landscape in AI data platforms post-acquisition. Discover how Databricks is expanding its footprint in the AI infrastructure space.Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

06-09
09:25

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