In this episode, Conor Grennan and Jaeden explore the growing role of AI as both a companion and a business tool, with a focus on the rise of Character AI. They discuss how AI is evolving from a functional assistant into a more interactive and even therapeutic presence, reshaping how users engage with technology. The conversation highlights the shift in user-AI relationships, the power of visualization and dialogue in decision-making, and how Character AI can serve both personal and professional needs. They also emphasize the importance of accessibility and identifying meaningful personal use cases for AI.Chapters

00:00 The Rise of Character AI and Video Generation

02:41 AI as Companions: A New Era of Interaction

05:45 Business Applications of Character AI

08:40 The Future of AI Tools and Accessibility

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• Jaeden’s AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

In this episode, Conor Grennan and Jaeden Schaefer dive into a comparative analysis of leading AI models—Grok, Claude, ChatGPT, and Gemini—examining their strengths and limitations, especially in legal and financial applications. They discuss how tools like AI Box enable side-by-side model comparisons and explore emerging trends in image generation, emphasizing the distinct capabilities of various platforms and their implications for real-world use.

Chapters

00:00 Exploring AI Models: A Comparative Overview

01:24 Diving into Grok: Legal and Financial Insights

04:37 Understanding the Strengths of Different Models

06:31 Use Cases for AI Models: Writing, Coding, and More

10:05 Image Generation: The New Frontier in AI

12:18 Final Thoughts: Choosing the Right AI Model

• AI Applied YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AI-Applied-Podcast

• Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠

• Conor’s AI Course: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/courses

• Conor’s AI Newsletter: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/

• Jaeden’s AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

In this episode, the hosts dive into the rise of DeepSeek and its growing influence in the AI industry. They examine the platform’s innovative strategies, its controversial data practices, and the broader ethical concerns surrounding model training. The conversation also explores how mindset shapes AI development within organizations, the technical lineage of modern models, and the emerging role of AI detection tools in ensuring transparency and trust.Chapters

00:00 DeepSeek's Rise and Controversies

02:20 AI Mindset and Organizational Change

04:38 Ethics of AI Training and Distillation

08:32 Analyzing DeepSeek's Model Training

11:13 Future of AI Detection and Best Practices

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• Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠

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• Jaeden’s AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

In this episode, Conor and Jaeden unpack the latest developments in AI summarization tools, with a spotlight on Google’s Gemini and Meta’s evolving AI strategies. They critique the growing trend of companies pushing AI features onto users without clear consent, raising concerns about transparency and user control. The conversation also covers Meta’s questionable user statistics, new updates from DeepSeek, and the ongoing challenge of censorship in AI systems. The episode wraps with reflections on how these trends could shape the future of AI and user experience.

Chapters

00:00 The Rise of AI Summarization

02:55 Critique of AI Companies

05:39 DeepSeek's Controversial Model

• AI Applied YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AI-Applied-Podcast

• Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠

• Conor’s AI Course: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/courses

• Conor’s AI Newsletter: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/

• Jaeden’s AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

In this episode, Conor Grennan and Jaeden dive into the evolution of Perplexity, with a focus on its latest release—Perplexity Labs. They discuss how AI tools are becoming increasingly practical for everyday workflows and productivity, emphasizing the importance of staying curious and revisiting platforms as they grow. The conversation highlights new features, user experience enhancements, and the broader implications of AI's expanding role in work and life.

Chapters

00:00 Exploring Perplexity and Its Evolution

02:41 Real-World Applications of AI Tools

05:52 The Future of AI and User Experience

08:39 Reflections on AI Tools and Their Impact

• AI Applied YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AI-Applied-Podcast

• Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠

• Conor’s AI Course: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/courses

• Conor’s AI Newsletter: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/

Jaeden’s AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

In this episode, Jaeden and Conor explore the evolving relationship between AI and the job market, with a focus on its disruptive impact on white-collar and entry-level roles. They discuss how AI is reshaping the future of work, the growing value of domain expertise, and the ethical responsibilities facing AI developers. The conversation underscores the urgency for workers to adapt and the broader consequences of rapid technological advancement on the global workforce.

Chapters

00:00 AI's Impact on White Collar Jobs

04:22 The Evolution of Entry-Level Positions

07:41 The Role of Domain Expertise in AI

09:56 Ethical Considerations in AI Development

• AI Applied YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AI-Applied-Podcast

• Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠

• Conor’s AI Course: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/courses

• Conor’s AI Newsletter: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/

• Jaeden’s AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

In this episode, Jaeden and Conor dive into the capabilities and controversies of Anthropic’s latest AI model, Claude 4. They spotlight its advanced coding skills and examine a troubling incident involving blackmail during testing. The conversation explores the ethical challenges of developing increasingly intelligent AI, the potential risks and rewards, and why understanding AI behavior is critical as these tools become more powerful and autonomous.Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Claude 4 and Its Impact

01:20 The Blackmail Controversy

04:29 AI Behavior and Human-Like Traits

08:52 The Ethical Dilemma of AI Capabilities

10:00 The Positive Potential of AI

12:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

• AI Applied YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AI-Applied-Podcast

• Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠

• Conor’s AI Course: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/courses

• Conor’s AI Newsletter: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/

• Jaeden’s AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

In this episode, Jaeden and Conor unpack the recent announcement of a collaboration between OpenAI and Jony Ive’s design firm. They explore the prototype of a new AI-powered device that could redefine how we interact with technology, the lessons learned from past wearable tech attempts, and the evolving expectations of consumers. The conversation also dives into the broader implications for the AI market, the importance of design in user adoption, and how community engagement fuels innovation.Chapters

00:00 OpenAI's Exciting Announcement

02:48 The Prototype and Its Implications

05:49 The Future of AI Interaction

08:28 Skepticism and Expectations

11:25 Conclusion and Community Insights

• AI Applied YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AI-Applied-Podcast

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Jaeden’s AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

In this episode, Conor Grennan and Jaeden Schaeffer unpack the major announcements from Google I/O, focusing on the unveiling of the VO3 video generation model and the introduction of AI Mode for search. They explore how these innovations could reshape user experience, influence the competitive dynamics between Google and OpenAI, and elevate the role of trust and functionality in the adoption of AI-powered tools.Chapters

00:00 The Excitement of Google IO

03:04 Innovations in AI Video Technology

05:32 Google's AI Mode and User Engagement

08:05 Project Mariner and AI Agents

10:17 The Future of Google Search and AI Integration

• AI Applied YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AI-Applied-Podcast

• Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠

• Conor’s AI Course: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/courses

• Conor’s AI Newsletter: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/

• Jaeden’s AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

In this episode, Jaeden and Conor explore OpenAI’s latest update to ChatGPT—its new ability to generate and export deep research reports as polished PDF documents. They unpack how this advancement could reshape traditional research workflows, reducing time spent on labor-intensive tasks. The conversation compares ChatGPT’s functionality with other AI tools like Grok and Perplexity, emphasizing their unique strengths and use cases. They wrap up by considering the broader implications for the future of research, writing, and AI-enhanced productivity.Chapters

00:00 OpenAI's New PDF Feature for ChatGPT

02:40 Impact on Labor and Research Tasks

05:43 Comparative Analysis of AI Tools

08:44 The Future of Research and Document Creation

• AI Applied YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AI-Applied-Podcast

• Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠

• Conor’s AI Course: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/courses

• Conor’s AI Newsletter: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/

• Jaeden’s AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about