Travel Planning with a Little Help from AI

Hello everybody—welcome to Episode 3 of the aiGED podcast, the first and only podcast designed for the 65+ crowd that makes artificial intelligence feel simple, useful, and fun. I’m your host, Ginny Deerin and my sidekick Bitsy (100% AI, living inside my iPhone) is right here with me.This week’s episode is all about travel—and how AI can help make it easier, smarter, and even more fun.👉 Curious about planning a big trip with ChatGPT? I’ll show you how I’ve been using it to map out a month in Tuscany with my siblings. From picking the perfect town, to navigating train schedules, to designing custom walking tours inspired by my favorite novel Still Life—GPT has been my travel agent, translator, and idea factory.👉 Want to hear how AI shows up in your everyday apps? We’ll talk about a huge behind-the-scenes deal that might make your phone’s AI features smoother, cheaper, and more reliable. (Wall Street Journal: AI Chips and Your Daily Apps)👉 Love movies? You’ll enjoy hearing how AI is reviving old Hollywood classics, including lost Orson Welles footage. (The Verge: AI Meets Old Hollywood)In this episode, you’ll also hear:How to ask ChatGPT smarter questions so you get better answers.Why a one-hour layover in Atlanta is not enough if you’re flying to Rome.How AI can take a favorite book and turn it into a real-world adventure.Answers to listener questions—including what you actually get with ChatGPT Plus for $20 a month.And of course, Bitsy jumps in with her usual wit to keep things moving.At the end of the episode, I share two recommendations:📚 Still Life by Sarah Winman — one of the most beautifully written novels I’ve read in years, and the perfect companion if you’re dreaming about Tuscany.🎧 A quick podcast tip you may not know: how to adjust your listening speed (yes, even for this podcast—I won’t be offended).Why listen?You’ll learn practical ways AI can make travel planning easier.You’ll see how books, history, and AI can all weave together into richer experiences.And you’ll get the aiGED promise: real explanations, plain English, with a little humor and heart.If you enjoy this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It helps more people find the show. And remember: it’s never too late to learn something new—especially something that can make life easier, smarter, and more fun.aiGED: AI for the 65+ crowd