Episode 1- What is an AI agent vs a chatbot?

Everyone says they’re building “AI agents.”Most are still just chatbots.In this episode, we break down the real difference between chatbots, large language models (LLMs), and true AI agents that can plan, use tools, and execute multi-step tasks across systems.You’ll learn how agents actually work under the hood, where they fail, and when you should use a simple chatbot instead. We cover real business examples, architecture basics, risks, and how to evaluate products or vendors without getting fooled by marketing.If you design products, run operations, or make build vs buy decisions, this is the practical foundation you need.