PODCAST · technology
AI Rebels
by Jacob and Spencer
The AI Rebels Podcast is dedicated to exploring and documenting the grassroots of the current AI revolution. Every week a new episode is posted wherein the hosts interview entrepreneurs and developers working on the cutting edge. Tune in to benefit from their insight.
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AI Is Moving at 100 MPH. Your Company Probably Isn’t. ft. Sreedhar Peddineni
Sreedhar Peddineni has built companies through the internet, SaaS, cloud, and now AI, which makes his perspective especially valuable because he is not reacting to hype — he is comparing this shift to every major technology wave he has lived through. He argues that AI is moving far faster than most leaders and companies can absorb, and that the widening gap between what is possible and what teams are actually doing is becoming a serious competitive threat. His own experience growing GTM Buddy 3x without adding headcount shows what happens when AI moves out of demos and into the daily operating system of a company. The conversation gets practical fast, with real examples of how AI is changing strategy, financial planning, presentations, sales workflows, competitive research, and founder decision-making. For anyone in revenue, sales, or go-to-market, Sridhar breaks down why traditional sales enablement is failing and how AI can deliver the right insight at the exact moment a rep needs it. The takeaway is urgent: AI fluency is becoming a career requirement, and waiting for someone else to teach you may be the fastest way to fall behind.
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Cavemen With Fire: Governing the AI Agent Fleet ft. Logan Kelly
Everyone's shipping agents. Almost nobody is asking what happens when a hundred of them go off the rails at 100% utilization while a customer is on the other end. Logan Kelly — CEO of Waxell and a guy who's been punched in the face by real-world sales operations — joins us to argue that a dashboard isn't governance, it's an autopsy, and that most teams are "cavemen playing with fire, hoping there's a bucket of water somewhere." We get into why governance actually *accelerates* agent development (brakes make F1 cars faster, not slower), why the real competitive fight isn't OpenAI vs. Anthropic but governing your entire agent fleet across providers, and why vibe-coded production apps are the next wave of preventable disasters. If you're building, deploying, or betting your company on agents, this is the conversation you can't afford to skip.
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Why Your AI Projects Keep Failing (It's Not the Tech) ft. Barbara Wittman
Barbara Wittman has spent 25 years cleaning up broken transformation projects, and the root cause is never the technology. In this episode, she breaks down how AI is exposing dysfunction that companies have been hiding for years: misalignment between business and IT, unchecked assumptions, and a total lack of shared understanding. She explains why boards pressure CEOs into AI adoption out of fear, why the people actually executing get sidelined, and why most “AI use cases” fall apart the moment you pick them apart. Barbara makes the case for “human infrastructure” as a real budget line item, not a buzzword, and shares frameworks so simple they fit on the back of a napkin. If you’re a founder, a transformation leader, or anyone trying to figure out why your AI investments aren’t paying off, this conversation will reframe how you think about the problem.
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Bhaskar Sunkara: The AI Agent That Never Sleeps. How Bicycle AI Catches Revenue Leaks in Real Time
Bhaskar Sunkara built AppDynamics into a $3.7B company. Now he's back with Bicycle AI, an always-on agent that catches revenue leaks before your team even knows they exist. In this episode he breaks down why most AI products will never make it to production, how to actually build enterprise trust, and what "doing the boring stuff" really means. We get into real use cases across travel and payments where Bicycle is already saving companies millions. If you're building in AI or buying AI tools for your business, this one is required listening.
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RAG, Agents, and the Future of AI Memory with Roie from Pinecone
Most RAG implementations are fundamentally broken; and the company that coined "vector search" just told us why. In this episode, Roie from Pinecone breaks down the "Franken answer" problem plaguing AI systems, why naive retrieval falls apart at scale, and what most teams are getting wrong about evaluation. He reveals how the AutoGPT explosion nearly took down Pinecone's infrastructure overnight — and the radical architecture shift it forced them to build. We dig into why LLMs can't be trusted without grounding, what AI memory will actually look like in the age of agents and robots, and where the line between useful hallucination and dangerous fiction really sits. If you're building anything with RAG, vectors, or agents, this conversation will change how you think about it.https://www.pinecone.io/
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You Can't Have an AI Story Without a DataStory ft. Dalan Winbush, Nasuni
95% of enterprises are failing at AI. Not because the technology doesn't work, but because they're measuring the wrong things. In this episode, Nasuni CIO Dalan Winbush breaks down why adoption metrics are meaningless without real business impact, why his decentralized AI team failed and what he replaced it with, and how he's building an army of digital employees that will match his 800-person workforce. From his sales agent NORA to a hiring agent that cut time-to-hire by 80%, Dalan isn't theorizing. He's sharing the playbook he's running right now.
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Making Insurance Fair: How Tuio Puts Customers First With AI ft. Juan Garcia, Tuio
Insurance was built to profit off confusion, and Tuio is proving it doesn't have to be that way. Juan Garcia and his co-founders rebuilt insurance from the ground up as a fully digital, AI-native company in Spain, and they're running 3x the industry's average profit margins while charging customers less. The secret isn't just slapping AI onto old processes. It's rethinking every layer of the business, from data infrastructure to claims handling to marketing, so that AI actually compounds in value. If you want to understand what it really looks like when a company is built around AI instead of bolting it on, this is the episode.
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Same Effort, 10x Results: How a Neurodivergent Artist Uses AI as a Force Multiplier ft. Victor Varnado
A billion-dollar liquor company paid a rapper with ADHD low six figures to build them a custom video game, and he delivered it in two weeks. That rapper is Victor, and in this episode he shows two games side by side, built on the same timeline: one before AI, one after. He's also a New Yorker cartoonist, NSF grant recipient, patent holder, and TV producer who will tell you straight when AI is not the right tool for the job. He breaks down a business model where every customer becomes a permanent marketing engine, and walks through the writing coach he built specifically for neurodivergent creators like himself. If you've written off AI as a crutch for people who don't want to do real work, this is the conversation that complicates that.
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AI Prototyping at Zero Cost: How Ian Cook Ships What Others Can't
95% of enterprise AI projects fail, but not for the reasons you think. Ian Cook has spent 16 years shipping AI products across healthcare, physical security, consumer goods, and now cultural data, and the pattern behind the failures is always the same: companies start from the top down with vague mandates instead of solving a specific person's specific problem. In this episode, Ian breaks down his framework for AI implementations that actually stick. Start bottom-up, ask a tangible question, and know what "done" looks like before you write a line of code. We get into why the cost of throwing away code is now zero and what that means for how fast you can experiment, how tools like Claude Code have changed what a solo engineer can ship in an afternoon, and which industries are about to get hit hardest by this wave. Ian doesn't sell magic. He builds prototypes that put working software in people's hands, and his track record speaks for itself.
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Humanoid Robots Are a Distraction (Here's What Actually Works) ft. Grigorij Dudnik
What happens when AI leaves the screen and enters the physical world? It breaks.Spencer and Jacob sit down with robotics researcher Grigorij Dudnik, who's been running real experiments with real robots—and finding that most of our assumptions about AI fall apart the moment hardware gets involved. The big one: the idea that a single massive model can do everything. Grigorij makes the case that the future isn't a "super-intelligent" humanoid. It's a modular system where an LLM plans, specialized models act, and physical constraints keep everything honest.They get into why humanoids are overrated, why generalization keeps failing in robotics, and why a system built on narrow, composable skills might be the actual breakthrough everyone's overlooking.
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The Hidden Tradeoffs of AI Automation (and Why Friction Still Matters) ft. Jakob Ambuehl, Brex
How does generative AI actually work inside a large, regulated fintech company when real customers, real money, and real regulations are on the line?The AI Rebels Crew sits down with Jake from Brex’s Customer Experience Strategy team to reveal what actually happens when AI moves from hype to production. You’ll hear how a major fintech deploys AI in customer support without sacrificing trust, compliance, or the human experience, and why most AI implementations fail to do the same.We break down the metrics that matter (and the ones that quietly lie), why “containment rate” can mask bad experiences, and how Brex measures whether AI is genuinely helping customers or just making dashboards look good. Jake also explains how his team evaluates AI mistakes versus human error, and what responsible recovery really looks like at scale.Along the way, you’ll learn why friction isn’t always the enemy, how guardrails prevent costly failures, and why the most effective AI systems don’t replace people, they make the right work possible for them.If you want a clear, practical understanding of how AI succeeds in the real world (not in slide decks) this episode is worth your time.(AI Generated Summary)brex.com
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From Hype to Controls: Securing AI Before Regulation Catches Up
Most companies are racing to adopt AI, but almost none can explain who’s responsible when it goes wrong. Cordell Robinson of Brownstone Consulting joins the AI Rebels crew to unpack the uncomfortable truth about AI governance, security, and compliance in a world moving faster than regulation. Why is the U.S. is lagging behind on enforceable AI rules, how can existing frameworks like NIST and ISO be adapted to fill the gap, and what does “good governance” actually look like in practice? These are all questions you'll hear answers to. Cordell also shares why annual security checks are no longer enough, and how agentic AI could shift penetration testing from a once-a-year ritual to an on-demand capability. If you’re building, deploying, or betting on AI, this conversation will change how you think about risk, responsibility, and readiness.https://bcf-us.com/
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Inside Dreami.me: Why Safer Companion AI Means Saying “No” More Often ft. Ryan "Zuda" Satterfield
Chatbots are starting to feel less like tools and more like something you relate to, and that shift comes with real risks. On AI Rebels, we sit down with Ryan “Zuda” Satterfield, the builder behind Dreami.me, to unpack the “AI psychosis” controversy: how overly agreeable models can validate bad ideas and create safety problems for anyone shipping companion AI. Ryan breaks down the guardrails he is implementing, from reducing sycophancy to shutting down “messiah” narratives, and explains why he refuses to build romance features even if it costs users. Then we zoom out to the big questions: is “simulated consciousness” just clever prompting, or can agency emerge from enough structure and memory? We close with the messy future of copyright and training data, plus why human-made art may become the premium tier in an AI-saturated world.https://dreami.me/Chapters00:00 — What is Dreami.me? “Digital friend” built on “simulated consciousness”03:05 — “AI psychosis” and the danger of the default yes-man chatbot06:52 — Guardrails in the real world: blood pacts, “I’m God,” and the “Messiah Complex”13:46 — How Dreami tries to avoid it: system prompts + fine-tuning + grounding responses24:40 — “It’s my code, not the prompt”: the ‘be you’ experiment25:30 — Parasocial dynamics: when “companionship” turns into dependency35:15 — Consciousness talk: emergence, “patterns upon patterns,” and functionalism39:59 — Copyright & training data: lawsuits, scraping, and “use my data”43:51 — The future of art: AI commodity output vs “human-made” premium value49:22 — Interrupting unhealthy loops: the assistant should challenge repetitive patterns
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AI Is Getting Cheaper. Human Judgment Is Getting More Valuable ft. Daniel Yoo, Finmate AI
AI isn’t magic, and pretending it is may be the biggest risk in tech right now. A former financial advisor turned AI founder argues that most AI products are already becoming commodities, with little defensible moat and wildly inflated valuations. He explains why real value comes not from “agentic” hype, but from deep domain expertise, careful guardrails, and knowing what not to automate. In regulated industries like finance, trust, liability, and human judgment still matter more than raw intelligence. The conversation cuts through bubble thinking, warning that many AI startups won’t survive once capital dries up. In the end, AI raises the floor of expertise—but the ceiling still belongs to humans who can synthesize, decide, and take responsibility.https://finmate.ai/
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Your Next News Anchor Is AI ft. Nikolai Yakovenko, DeepNewz
AI is now spotting the news before journalists even know it exists. DeepNewz’ founder reveals how their system scans real-time signals from across the internet to uncover emerging stories faster than any newsroom. He breaks down why writers are secretly relying on AI, how tiny teams are scaling like giants with agents, and where media is headed next. The conversation uncovers the shift from simple article summaries to true signal discovery and personalized news intelligence. If you want an early look at the future of information, this is a conversation you can’t afford to miss.
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Beating the Machines: How Bot Spot Levels the Playing Field Against Hedge Funds ft. Robert Grzesik
Most retail traders don’t realize they’re battling algorithms that execute 70–80% of all market activity. Robert Grzesik reveals how Bot Spot turns plain-English instructions into actual Python trading bots capable of running on real brokerages. The discussion digs into AI-assisted backtesting, strategy optimization, and agentic systems that can research news or sentiment before placing trades. A new marketplace for user-built algorithms hints at a future where anyone can publish or refine automated strategies. What emerges is a clear view of algorithmic trading becoming not just more powerful—but radically more accessible.00:00 — The Problem: Retail Traders vs. Automated Markets03:20 — Why Algorithmic Trading Is Hard for Individuals06:45 — The Inspiration Behind Bot Spot10:12 — Building Trading Bots with Natural Language14:30 — Backtesting, Deployment, and Real-World Execution18:55 — AI Research Agents & Agentic Trading Systems22:40 — Crypto, DeFi, and Expanding Beyond Traditional Markets26:05 — LumiBot Origins and the Path to Bot Spot31:10 — Marketplace for User-Built Trading Algorithms36:20 — The Future of Finance: Fully Autonomous AI Investinghttps://www.botspot.trade/https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertgrzesik/
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The Next Big AI Wave: Context Engines, Not Chatbots - ft. Ping CEO Camden Bean
AI note-takers are already obsolete, and Camden Bean, CEO of Ping Assistant, explains why the real power is everything that happens before and after the meeting. In this episode, he reveals how Ping is building a full-context engine for accountants that remembers every client detail, automates emails and documents, and turns hours of work into minutes. Camden breaks down the wild speed at which modern builders can create using AI, including how he built in a weekend what used to cost $40,000 and months of engineering time. He shares a transparent look at how Ping co-creates features with accounting firms, why specialized AI beats generic tools, and what the next wave of automation will look like. If you want to understand where AI is actually heading, and how fast it’s coming, this conversation is a must-listen.
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Why Companies Fight Over Engineers Who Don't Write Code ft. Austen Allred
Austin Allred lived in his car in San Francisco teaching himself to code, and now he runs a program where students never write a single line. At Gauntlet AI, engineers learn to direct AI systems that do all the coding while companies pay recruiting fees upfront, making the entire training free for students who land $200K jobs. The model works because the skills gap has reversed: employers are now bottlenecked by talent, not the other way around. Allred's most practical insight gets overlooked by most users: when AI fails, ask it what went wrong, the models can often tell you exactly where they're likely to be incorrect. Traditional coding education didn't slowly evolve; it hit a wall, and the people learning to work alongside AI rather than compete with it are the ones companies are fighting over.
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Plotly Thickens — How Open Source Is Powering the Next AI Wave ft. Domenic Ravita
What if rebellion looked like collaboration instead of chaos? Plotly’s VP of Marketing Dominic Revita traces his journey from coding the first internet-only bank in the 90s to shaping the next generation of AI-native tools. He reveals how open source innovation and AI-driven creativity are merging to make data storytelling more human—and more powerful. The conversation dives into the philosophy behind building transparent tech that empowers rather than replaces. It’s a visionary look at the future of AI as a partner in progress, not a threat to it.https://plotly.com/00:00 – Welcome to AI RebelsSetting the tone: why innovation and rebellion matter in AI.00:45 – Meet Domenic Revita (Plotly VP of Marketing)From engineer to marketer: bridging tech, data, and storytelling.03:00 – From the Dot-Com Era to the AI AgeHow Domenic went from coding the first internet-only bank to building modern data platforms.08:30 – Lessons from TIBCO and SingleStoreReal-time analytics, distributed systems, and the rise of product-led growth.13:45 – Inside Plotly’s VisionHow open source and interactivity changed the way we visualize data.20:00 – The AI Shift: From Tools to TeammatesWhy the future of data analysis is agentic, automated, and deeply human-centered.27:30 – Behind Plotly StudioExploring their AI-native app that turns raw data into insights in minutes.35:00 – Serving the Next Billion Knowledge WorkersEmpowering everyday users, not just data scientists.40:00 – The Power (and Future) of Open SourceHow open ecosystems are outpacing closed models like “closed AI.”46:00 – The Future of AI CollaborationWhere human creativity meets intelligent systems — and what’s next.49:00 – Final ReflectionsDomenic’s advice for builders in the age of AI innovation.
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Practical AI and the One-Click Shift: Making Tech Effortless ft. Derek Crager
Derek Crager, founder of Practical AI, joins AI Rebels to explain how voice is set to become the next one-click revolution. Derek shares his journey from industrial construction to Amazon, weaving in lessons about simplicity, usability, and the power of capturing tribal knowledge. We dive into how voice AI can transform the workplace by making expertise instantly accessible and breaking down barriers to learning. Derek also unpacks the “AI gold rush,” explaining why the real winners will be those building the tools rather than chasing hype. Whether you’re curious about the future of jobs, usability breakthroughs, or the practical side of AI, this conversation is packed with insights and humor.https://www.linkedin.com/in/amazonleadershiphttps://www.practicalai.app/
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From RAG to Resilience: Building AI-Ready Data Foundations with Jim Liddle of Nasuni
What’s the one thing every enterprise overlooks when building AI? According to Jim Liddle, Chief Innovation Officer at Nasuni, it’s not the model, it’s the data architecture. In this episode, Jim explains why unstructured data is both the biggest risk and the biggest opportunity for enterprise AI. He highlights the persistent compliance gap around sensitive information, the challenge of fragmented storage, and the dangers of agentic autonomy without safeguards. Resilience takes center stage, with a focus on immutable snapshots and instant recovery to keep systems reliable. Jim also shows how agent orchestration works in practice, from splitting prompts to managing context windows. Looking ahead, he shares how Nasuni’s FileIQ and OpsIQ can help organizations build AI-ready data foundations without drowning in tool sprawl.https://www.nasuni.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimliddle
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Provalytics: AI, Ads & the Future ft. Jeff Greenfield
What do magic tricks and AI marketing have in common? A lot, according to Jeff Greenfield, CEO of Provalytics. In this conversation, we unpack the challenges of data privacy, the rise of Amazon and Walmart’s closed ecosystems, and why AI ads may be unavoidable. Jeff explains how his background as a magician and chiropractor shaped his approach to stress reduction and business problem-solving. It’s a fascinating, fast-paced look at how AI is reshaping advertising — and what that means for trust.
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Up-Skilling the Nation: Mike Spaeth on AI’s Race Against the Skills Gap
AI power-broker Mike Spaeth doesn’t mince words: if we fail to reskill fast, automation will wipe out one in five jobs. He points to Texas’s Alpha School, where AI squeezes a whole school day into two turbo-charged hours—proof that the education rulebook is already being torched. Spaeth calls out companies hoarding the “time dividend,” insisting that every minute saved by bots must be plowed back into people or productivity gains will evaporate. He cites Malaysia’s nationwide up-skilling blitz and even recommends Karpathy’s two-hour language-model primer, turning lofty ideas into a step-by-step survival kit. Stick around to the final beat, when the crew dares you to hit replay in 2035 and judge whether we chose equity—or let AI widen the divide.
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AI at Warp Speed: Work, Video, and What Comes Next
Take a front-row seat as Jake and Spencer chart AI’s breakneck advance—progress so fast that many observers still look the other way. They highlight Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei’s forecast that the very shape of work could shift within a decade, then demo the new Veo 3 video model, which can generate multi-scene, lip-synced video with layered vocals, background sound and “vibe”. Rounding things out, the hosts weigh deep-fake ethics and consider how lawmakers and faith communities might craft sensible guardrails rather than panic. .
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The AI That Got Me Dates: Building Tinder GPT and Beyond ft. Grigorij Dudnik
Can AI save us from the toxic digital world it helped create? In this episode, Polish AI engineer Grigorij Dudnik shares how he's building AI agents that handle our digital drudgery—from Tinder GPT that automates online dating conversations to Clean Coder that writes code autonomously. His most fascinating project puts language models on Raspberry Pi to create physical robots that make ethical decisions, like a toy train solving the trolley dilemma in real-time. Grigorij's philosophy is revolutionary: instead of AI keeping us glued to screens, it should free us to focus on real human connections and meaningful work. Through his three groundbreaking projects, he demonstrates how AI can disrupt the attention economy rather than feed it, offering a glimpse of a future where our digital servants handle the boring stuff while we live our actual lives.
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High-Leverage Humans: The Rise of 1-Person Companies Powered by AI
What if your next coworker is an AI agent? In this episode of AI Rebels, developer Nim shares his journey building AI Agent Dot App, exploring how solo entrepreneurs can now harness agents to do the work of entire teams. From bootstrapping with terminal-based scripts to creating sticky, memory-driven agents, Nim breaks down the evolution of autonomous AI tools, the psychology of adoption, and the legal grey zones ahead. It's a raw, insightful dive into the future of work, where personalization, iteration, and adaptability define the edge.https://x.com/sup_nimhttps://nime.sh/
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Turning AI Hallucinations into NASA Innovation | James Villarrubia
What if the “hallucinations” we fear in generative AI are exactly what NASA needs to spot the next crisis 40 years early? In this episode, former Pentagon model‑fixer and pandemic data firefighter James Villarrubia explains how his skunk‑works team at NASA’s Convergent Aeronautics Solutions convinces large language models to dream thousands of future scenarios, then distills them to reveal the fragile linchpins of tomorrow’s air‑travel system . Alongside that mind‑bending workflow, he breaks down hidden biases baked into commercial LLMs, argues why government may need its own secure models, and shows how disciplined foresight beats reactive firefighting—whether you’re in the cockpit, the policy room, or the startup lab .
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Agents with Agency: Inside the Next Wave of LLM‑Powered Automation
Imagine AI that never asks and never sleeps—just thinks, decides, and acts in the background. In this episode, agent‑builder Ropirito walks hosts Jacob and Spencer through his evolution from insurance‑era rule‑bots to Nous Research’s vision of “passive‑mode” LLM agents, explains why most projects are mere tool‑wrappers masquerading as autonomy, and dishes on the hard problems—context drift, brittle web UIs, legal gray zones—that stand between today’s chatbots and tomorrow’s truly independent collaborators.https://x.com/ropirito
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Transforming Finance: How AI is Reshaping Accounting, Mindsets, and the Future of Work
What if the biggest obstacle to using AI in finance isn’t the technology, but the way we think? In this episode of AI Rebels, Spencer and Jacob sit down with Jason Pikoos, Managing Partner at Connor Group, to uncover how AI is reshaping accounting, where companies are falling behind, and what mindsets are essential for the future. Packed with real-world use cases and actionable advice, this conversation will change how you see AI and your career.
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Entangled Intelligence: Elija Perrier on Quantum AI, Risk, and the Future of Machine Learning
What happens when a philosopher, physicist, and lawyer walks into the world of quantum AI? In this mind-expanding episode of *AI Rebels*, Dr. Elijah Perry unpacks his journey from poststructuralist theory to cutting-edge quantum machine learning. With razor-sharp insight, he explores how quantum systems might unlock new dimensions of artificial general intelligence, why AI risk needs a serious empirical upgrade, and how evaluating the identity of AI agents could be the key to safer, smarter systems. Whether you're into metaphysics or machine learning, this is one conversation you won’t want to miss.
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What if we're on the wrong path to AGI? Ft. Alexander Naumenko
Is today’s AI built on a flawed foundation? In this episode of AI Rebels, Alexander Naumenko, software developer turned AI theorist, challenges the dominant paradigms of logic-driven and statistical AI. Drawing from his concept of "semantic binary search," Naumenko proposes a new model of intelligence inspired by the game 20 Questions—where intelligence is about selecting the best option under constraints, not predicting outcomes. He argues that true intelligence hinges on recognizing relevant differences and defining features, not statistical similarity. His vision? A radical rethinking of AI—one that may finally bring us closer to real general intelligence.
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Agentive: Do AI Auditors Dream of Electric Sheep? ft. Daniel Alberson
Daniel Alberson, founder and CEO of Agentive, passionately reveals how AI is shaking up the traditionally conservative auditing industry. Frustrated by repetitive, low-value tasks early in his audit career at Ernst & Young, Alberson embarked on a journey to revolutionize the audit process. His company, Agentive, leverages advanced AI technologies, notably language models, to automate painstaking manual reconciliations and document reviews that auditors dread.https://goagentive.com/
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AI & The Future of Play Ft. DeLonn Crosby
"Are you ready to revolutionize early childhood education with tech that empowers rather than numbs?" On this energizing episode of the AI Rebels Podcast, hosts Jacob and Spencer sit down with DeLonn Crosby, founder of Say Kid, to explore how technology can transform learning for our youngest minds. DeLonn introduces 'Toy Bot'—an innovative, screen-free device that fuses voice technology with tangible play to spark creativity, boost executive function, and forge genuine human connections. Through a live magic trick demo and an in-depth discussion on design challenges—like making cutting-edge tech affordable on platforms such as Alexa and ensuring it’s developmentally appropriate—DeLonn makes a powerful case: if we’re serious about transforming education, we must reach kids early with tools that empower both teachers and families.https://www.toybot.com/
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How Can AI Know You're Quitting Your Job Before You Do? FT. Tyler Hochman, FORE Enterprise
Can AI predict when your employees are about to quit—before they even realize it themselves? Tyler Hochman, founder and CEO of FORE Enterprise, reveals how his company uses artificial intelligence to pinpoint hidden workforce attrition risks and proactively tackle them. Learn why seemingly trivial data, like where an employee eats lunch, can be a shocking indicator of turnover. https://foreenterprise.com/
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AI, Humanity, and What's Next ft. Andrea Isoni
Can AI innovation outpace our ability to regulate it? In this episode of AI Rebels, Andrea Isoni, Chief AI Officer at AI Technology, dives deep into the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence, the complexities of synthetic data, and the tricky legal landscape surrounding AI-generated content. From the surprising global landscape of data centers to the shifting market demands post-2023, Andrea shares sharp insights into how smaller AI models are challenging industry giants. Plus, discover why compliance and AI safety might be the hottest trends in tech—and what investors need to know to stay ahead.
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What is Intelligence? Ft. Michael Timothy Bennett
Do we even know what intelligence is? Michael dives into his wild journey from video games and music to pioneering AI research, revealing how his 'inactive cognition' theory flips conventional wisdom on its head. He challenges the old-school notion of computational dualism by insisting that intelligence isn’t just software on hardware—but an inseparable blend of both. By leveraging rigorous mathematical formalism, Michael explains how shifting from complex, additive models to lean, ‘weak constraints’ can unlock AI’s true adaptability and safety, with far-reaching impacts from academia to legal personhood. This candid, no-holds-barred discussion is a must-watch for anyone ready to rethink what intelligence means in the AI era.
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How AI Is Just Like You, and How it's Not
Would you set up an AI twin of yourself if it helped you understand yourself better and get more done?AI agent designer and developer Aric Eggers joins us to discuss this question and much more. From exploring the power of generative AI in music production with his text-to-wave and text-to-MIDI tools to discussing the philosophical implications of human-AI integration, Aric shares his unique perspective on the blurred lines between digital and human identity. The conversation explores how AI could transform creative industries, the potential for personalized agents to act as digital extensions of ourselves, and the broader implications of AI in everyday life. Don't miss this mind-bending discussion on creativity, technology, and the future of digital personas!https://xebidiah.com/
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Who or what is leading the future of design? Ft. Marco van Hylckama Vlieg
What will the design process and design jobs look like in an AI lead world? Marco van Hylckama Vlieg's insights shed light on the evolving role of AI in creativity, design, and the workplace. He advocates for a balanced approach where AI is used as a tool to enhance human creativity rather than replace it. His journey and initiatives, such as Imagine AI Live, underscore his commitment to building a vibrant AI community and educating others on the potential of AI in creative industries.Follow Marco on X and YouTube at @AIandDesign for more insights on AI in creativity and design.
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The Future of Media: How AI is Revolutionizing Creativity & Storytelling ft. Somewhere Systems
What does the future of artistry and media creation look like, what new tools will be at your disposal?We sit down with Justin from Somewhere Systems to dive deep into the intersection of AI and media production. From AI-powered content creation to the ethical implications of automation in the creative industry, this conversation explores what’s next for filmmakers, musicians, and digital storytellers. Whether you're an AI enthusiast, a content creator, or just curious about the future, this episode will challenge the way you think about media.
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Flow Orchestra: How AI is giving you your time back
Want more time in your day? Brady Lewis and Zach Crain reveal their groundbreaking AI flow-building tool that’s changing the game for productivity.Originally built for their own use, Flow Orchestra automates tasks like blog writing, social media posts, and eBook generation through structured AI-driven workflows. Designed for both beginners and power users, it offers pre-built templates, advanced customization, and upcoming integrations for social media automation and analytics. While AI speeds up the process, human oversight ensures quality. A must-listen for anyone looking to scale their work efficiently. Learn more at https://www.floworchestra.com/
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Knobi.io & AI Community Management ft. Cody Crumrine
Learn about AI-enhanced community management with Cody Crumrine, founder of Knobi.io.Cody came into AI with a wealth of data science and community management experience, and has found incredibly robust ways of using AI to better manage communities. Tune in to hear about how he uses AI to facilitate connections between people, it goes far beyond simple summaries! LINKShttps://www.knobi.io/
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Arweave and the Future of Data ft. Sam Williams
Discover the inspiration behind Arweave, its role in building the "PermaWeb," and how blockchain and AI are converging to create autonomous systems that could redefine trust and innovation.We sit down with Sam Williams, the visionary founder of Arweave and AO, to explore how permanent decentralized data storage is revolutionizing the way we preserve history and secure information. Packed with groundbreaking insights regarding AI and data preservation, this conversation is a must-watch for tech enthusiasts and futurists alike!
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The Information Ecosystem ft. Boundless Discovery
In this episode of the AI Rebels podcast, the hosts dive into the groundbreaking work of Boundless Discovery, a startup redefining how we navigate today's overwhelming information landscape. Co-founders Peter and Will share their journey from curious conversations to building a cutting-edge platform that uses AI-driven knowledge graphs to distill complex global events into actionable insights.This episode is a must-listen for tech enthusiasts, business leaders, and anyone interested in the intersection of AI, information, and decision-making.🔗 Follow Boundless Discovery: Visit boundlessdiscovery.com to subscribe and stay updated on their innovations.Twitter/X: https://x.com/getbdiscovery
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RemyxAI pt. 2: Agent Boogaloo ft. Terry and Salma
In this exciting return visit, Terry and Salma from RemyxAI join the AI Rebels Podcast to share the latest on how their platform helps developers navigate the ever-growing world of LLMs (Large Language Models). They discuss the evolution of AI research and why choosing the right model—from language-based to multimodal—is so critical (and can save developers enormous time and resources).Hear how RemyxAI’s new tools streamline everything from data generation and synthetic data creation to advanced benchmarking, model fine-tuning, and even building entire data pipelines. Terry and Salma offer an inside look at their “mix board” concept, which compares candidate models and automates big chunks of the evaluation process. Plus, they dive into the future of AI development—covering vision-language models, robotics possibilities, and how a single developer can use these powerful toolkits to compete with industry heavyweights. If you want a sneak peek into cutting-edge AI workflows and the thrilling open-source landscape, don’t miss this episode!
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Jotform Agents and the Future of the Web ft. Aytekin Tank
In this engaging episode of the AI Rebels Podcast, Aytekin Tank, CEO of Jotform, dives into the transformative journey of Jotform's 18-year history and unveils the revolutionary upcoming release of Jotform AI Agents. Aytekin shares the company's origins as a solution to manual form creation frustrations and its evolution into a powerhouse with 25 million users and 50+ million forms created globally.This conversation explores:The inspiration behind Jotform AI Agents, designed to replace traditional forms with conversational AI-powered agents that streamline workflows and enhance user experiences.The role of AI in democratizing technology, empowering businesses of all sizes to scale and innovate with ease.Insights into the challenges and breakthroughs of integrating AI into existing products, emphasizing collaboration and user feedback.Aytekin also discusses the broader implications of AI for businesses and individuals, envisioning a future where AI enhances creativity, efficiency, and entrepreneurship. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, an entrepreneur, or curious about AI's impact, this episode is packed with valuable insights.Stay tuned until the end as Aytekin shares advice for navigating the AI revolution and how to get early access to Jotform's cutting-edge tools!https://www.jotform.com/
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The Future of Accounting ft. David Wood
In this episode of the AI Rebels Podcast, hosts Jacob and Spencer welcome Professor David Wood from Brigham Young University. A trailblazer in accounting and technology, Professor Wood shares his journey from a traditional accounting background to becoming an innovator in the tech space, focusing on generative AI and its transformative potential.The conversation dives into:Professor Wood’s Research: How his groundbreaking study on ChatGPT's capabilities in accounting exams revealed the accelerating power of AI tools.AI in Education: His approach to teaching students prompt engineering and encouraging them to leverage AI as a co-creative partner.Innovative Tools: The development of Skillabite, a platform revolutionizing professional and academic education, and Hidden Hawk AI, a tool aimed at streamlining auditing processes through AI-assisted workpaper reviews.AI Risks and Opportunities: Insights into the challenges, such as misinformation and copyright issues, and the unprecedented opportunities AI offers for creativity, efficiency, and learning.Practical Advice: Professor Wood’s call for individuals and organizations to embrace AI, experiment with its tools, and use it to enhance both personal and professional growth.With thought-provoking insights, actionable advice, and an optimistic vision for the future, this episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the rapidly evolving AI landscape. Connect with Professor Wood on LinkedIn or through his initiatives to dive deeper into the intersection of AI, education, and innovation.
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AI Law ft. Cyrus Johnson and Project Gist
In this episode of the AI Rebels Podcast, we're joined by Cyrus Johnson, a visionary in AI-driven legal innovation. Broadcasting from McKinney, Texas—a city aspiring to become the AI hub of the state—Cyrus shares his journey from traditional law to groundbreaking advancements at the intersection of legal practice and artificial intelligence.With decades of experience spanning global finance, startups, and Fortune 500 legal counsel, Cyrus paints a vivid picture of how technology is reshaping the legal industry. He introduces Project Gist, a revolutionary initiative designed to empower both lawyers and clients by transforming law into actionable knowledge. Imagine a world where AI bridges the gap between legal jargon and everyday understanding, creating bespoke "law bots" to assist in everything from compliance to courtroom preparation.We also dive into the future of AI in law—will there be AI lawyers, jury members, or even boardroom advisors? Cyrus challenges traditional power structures within the legal field while advocating for tools that democratize access to justice.This is a must-watch for anyone curious about the evolving role of AI in transforming industries and creating a more accessible, transparent future. Don’t miss this deep dive into the cutting edge of legal tech!
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AI Rebels ft. Rene Remsik
Welcome to the AI Rebels Podcast, where we dive into the transformative power of artificial intelligence across industries, creativity, and everyday life. Hosted by passionate AI enthusiasts, this episode explores AI's impact on content creation, productivity, music, web development, and even job markets.Our guest, Renee, a rising star in the AI content space, shares his journey from content creator to AI influencer, growing his platforms to tens of thousands of followers. Renee reveals how AI tools have revolutionized his workflow, reducing an eight-hour workday to just four hours, and discusses his vision of building innovative AI-powered tools for creators.Tune in as we discuss:The role of AI in reshaping creative industries like music and video.How productivity tools and AI agents are changing workflows.The evolving job market and skills needed to stay ahead in an AI-driven world.Why understanding and embracing AI is key to reducing fear and unlocking opportunities.Whether you're an AI enthusiast, a tech professional, or just curious about the future, this podcast offers valuable insights and actionable advice. Don't miss out on this exciting exploration of the AI revolution! 🎙️
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AI Rebels ft. Robert Scoble
In this episode of the AI Rebels podcast, tech pioneer Robert Scoble shares his journey through the AI landscape, from early consumer apps to current advancements. With a focus on innovation, Scoble provides a forward-looking perspective on the future of AI technology. Don't miss this engaging conversation!
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Protohologram ft. David Nussbaum
Step into the future with the latest episode of the **AI Rebels Podcast**! We sit down with David Nussbaum, CEO of Protohologram, the company revolutionizing the hologram industry. Discover how Protohologram technology beams realistic holograms to any location, creating instant connections and redefining remote presence. David shares the journey from his love of broadcasting to creating AI-driven holograms that serve across education, healthcare, corporate, and entertainment sectors. From ethical considerations of bringing back digital personas to real-time interactive holograms—this episode explores the powerful potential and ethical dilemmas of Proto's tech. Don't miss this deep dive into the future of human connection!
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The AI Rebels Podcast is dedicated to exploring and documenting the grassroots of the current AI revolution. Every week a new episode is posted wherein the hosts interview entrepreneurs and developers working on the cutting edge. Tune in to benefit from their insight.
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