Building a Conference with AI: Imagine AI Live's Story with Founder Steve Metcalf | E144
Update: 2025-08-04
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Imagine AI Live 2025 wasn’t just a conference — it was a full-stack experiment in how AI can transform events, communities, and creation itself. In this episode, Imagine AI co-founder Steve Metcalf joins Chris Madden to reflect on the evolution of the conference and its uniquely human energy. From vibe-coded websites to networking apps built in hours using agents, Steve gives a behind-the-scenes look at what made the experience so magical. They also unpack key themes from the event, like the rise of AI agents, the power of community-led learning, and how Imagine AI is helping thousands of builders integrate AI into daily life. If you’re curious about the future of conferences, creativity, and collaboration — this episode is for you.
(0:00 ) Welcome to Imagine AI Live
(0:29 ) The new workshops format
(1:58 ) Curating the speakers — not selling slots
(3:37 ) What Steve learned about agents and evals
(5:45 ) The rise of vibe culture and vibe conferencing
(7:41 ) Building the entire site and platform with AI
(10:49 ) What’s next for Imagine AI
(13:24 ) Why Imagine AI is more than just a conference
(0:00 ) Welcome to Imagine AI Live
(0:29 ) The new workshops format
(1:58 ) Curating the speakers — not selling slots
(3:37 ) What Steve learned about agents and evals
(5:45 ) The rise of vibe culture and vibe conferencing
(7:41 ) Building the entire site and platform with AI
(10:49 ) What’s next for Imagine AI
(13:24 ) Why Imagine AI is more than just a conference
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