Welcome back to Tiny Futures! We're thrilled to bring you an exciting episode today featuring our very first guest, Dr. Dave Herman. Dave received his Ph.D. in computational neuroscience from USC and has developed Machine Learning products for over 20 companies. In our conversation today, we chat about the world of AI, exploring its complexities and challenging our understanding of this groundbreaking technology: Are large language models like ChatGPT just hype or is there something genuinely special unfolding? As we dive deeper, we discuss the key players in the industry and varying perspectives that shape our understanding of AI, like our collective fascination with dystopian AI narratives. Do any of these cautionary tales warrant serious consideration? Will machines eventually take over our world? We also address common misconceptions, acknowledge accurate insights, and share some of the wildest stories Dave has encountered. Join us for this insightful and engaging episode!