Crimson AI presented by OTIDE

Dr. Isaac McCoy joins Crimson AI to break down what it really takes for a smaller institution to adopt AI across campus without losing sight of mission, culture, and student needs. From public interest technology to the stoplight syllabus approach (red/yellow/green), he shares how Stillman is building momentum through faculty buy-in, practical policy, and equity-minded strategy. We also dig into the real bottlenecks, bandwidth, funding, access, and how partnerships, cybersecurity pathways, and HBCU leadership can help shape an AI future that’s actually fair.

On this episode of Crimson AI, we’re joined by NVIDIA’s Dani DeVito and Konstantin Cvetanov for a sharp, no-hype conversation on how Universities can move beyond AI buzzwords and into real, high-impact work. We talk access, research acceleration, responsible AI, and a superhero analogy that frames AI as tech-powered “superpowers,” not a replacement for human creativity. We also take a look at robots and physical AI, and why that future may be a lot closer and faster than most people think.

In this episode, Jason and I talk with Sergei Gleyzer about AI and machine learning, the opportunities that AI has provided in his field, and, oh yeah, in 2012, AI assisted the team Sergei was part of in discovering the “God Particle”, Higgs boson. Just another day on Crimson AI.

Fernanda Foertter joins us to talk about the new UA High Performance Computing facility now under construction. We dig into how this next-gen HPC will power AI, machine learning, and research across campus and why it’s a game changer for the future of computing at the Capstone, in Alabama, and beyond.

Dr. Laura McNeill joins Crimson AI to discuss not only how she integrates AI into student learning but also how she’s actively developing and teaching new AI-focused courses. She isn’t just using AI in her classroom; she’s shaping the curriculum around it. A must-hear conversation for instructors ready to move from theory into practical, future-forward application.

We brought back a deceased voice, not because we should, but because we could. It felt like a cool tribute… wrapped in a mild ethical crisis. When you think about it, you can clone anyone, even your family, so basically, vocal cloning is the new scrapbooking. This episode presents the fine line between remembering someone and rebooting them.

What happens when a machine can perfectly clone your voice? Our pilot episode of Crimson AI delves into the fascinating world of AI vocal cloning, examining how this technology is revolutionizing storytelling, accessibility, and creative media. Huge thanks to Anthony “The Dude in the Cube” Reed for showing Lee and Jason the ropes and helping bring this first podcast to life in style.

While AI can correct grammatical errors, is it truly capable of fostering wisdom? Dr. David Ngong of Stillman College joins Crimson AI to examine how technology affects critical thinking and self-expression in the study of religion. His insight calls for a new kind of literacy, one where students use AI to begin their ideas, not to finish them.

AI may enhance healthcare, but it can’t replace the human touch. Holly Stokley, Senior Instructor at UA’s Capstone College of Nursing, joins Crimson AI to discuss how she’s preparing students to use AI responsibly and ethically in clinical settings. Her insights highlight the balance between data-driven decision-making and the compassion that defines the nursing profession.

In this Crimson AI episode, Idris Mohammed, a PhD student in Journalism and Creative Media at The University of Alabama, discusses how artificial intelligence is reshaping reporting across Africa. From newsroom ethics to language barriers, Muhammad explores both the promise and the pitfalls of integrating Western-built AI systems into African journalism. His research highlights the urgent need for language models that reflect, not erase, the diversity of the Global South.