Adapticx AI

In this episode, we explore one of the most important questions in the history of artificial intelligence: What is AI, really—and why has the field been shaped by two fundamentally different approaches?We break down the long-standing tension between Symbolic AI and Statistical AI, tracing how early researchers tried to encode intelligence through logic and rules, why those systems ultimately hit hard limits, and how the rise of data-driven learning reshaped the field. Along the way, we explain concepts like rational agents, knowledge representation, Bayesian reasoning, bias–variance, and the curse of dimensionality—using clear analogies and real historical examples.What We Cover in This EpisodeTechnical definitions of Artificial Intelligence and rational actionThe origins of Symbolic AI and the Physical Symbol System HypothesisSearch algorithms, state spaces, and combinatorial explosionThe rise of Statistical AI and machine learningBias–variance, overfitting, and the curse of dimensionalityWhy deep learning dominated the last decadeThe modern push toward hybrid neuro-symbolic systemsWhy the future of safe, reliable AI will likely require both paradigmsSources and Further ReadingRather than listing individual books or papers here, you can find all referenced materials, recommended readings, foundational papers, and extended resources directly on our website:👉 https://adapticx.co.ukWe continuously update our reading lists, research summaries, and episode-related references, so check back frequently for new material.

Welcome to the Adapticx Podcast.In this introductory episode, we introduce Season 1: Foundations of AI, a series designed to make the core concepts of Artificial Intelligence clear, structured, and accessible.We also preview what’s coming next: Episode 1: What AI really is, and the key difference between symbolic systems and statistical learning • Episode 2: A journey from Alan Turing to expert systems Episode 3: Why AI winters happened and what the field learned Episode 4: The essential building blocks of AI—data, models, learning, search, representation, and evaluationIf you’ve been searching for a clear, grounded introduction to how AI actually works—without hype or buzzwords—this season is your perfect starting point.Stay connected: Website: https://adapticx.co.ukMore episodes coming weekly.

Welcome to the Adapticx Podcast. In this short introductory episode, we outline the mission behind the show: making advanced concepts in Artificial Intelligence simple, clear, and accessible.Whether you're just beginning your AI journey or looking to deepen your understanding of intelligent systems, this series provides structured, easy-to-follow explanations from the foundations to the frontier.Stay connected: Website: https://adapticx.co.uk More episodes coming weekly.