The Dumb Monkey Show - Simplifying AI for business leaders

Send us Fan MailAI is already inside your business, even if nobody “owns” it. In this episode, board director Mark Edmonds shares what he’s seeing across organisations: CTO says “not me”, CIO says “not me”, and AI adoption stalls while everyone stays busy. We talk practical AI for business: How to create quick wins that prove valueWhy Copilot/Microsoft 365 and Teams note-takers can expose more than you expectHow to reduce hallucinations with simple verification habits (including asking for sources).The standout idea is to treat AI like driving: train people, test them, and give them an “AI licence” so usage is safe, consistent, and actually sticks. Follow the show for more practical AI you can use this week.Resources & Links:📲 Dumb Monkey AI Academy → https://dumbmonkey.ai/📱 Dumb Monkey App → https://dumbmonkey.ai/dl📘 The CEO Who Mocked AI (Until It Made Him Millions) → https://mybook.to/dumbmonkeypodcast🚀 Enterprise Monkey → https://enterprisemonkey.com.au

Send us Fan MailAI adoption fails when leaders treat it like an IT rollout instead of a business shift. In this episode, Barwon Water’s GM of Digital Business, Wayne Pales, explains why AI only works when senior leaders get their hands dirty, make mistakes in public, and lead the conversation.We unpack how Barwon Water rolled out Copilot to 500 staff, tackled shadow AI without locking everything down, and built a culture obsessed with data quality. Wayne shares why traditional change management is too slow for AI, how “agentic AI” changes workflows, and why people, processes, and data matter more than tools.If you’re serious about AI for business, not hype, this episode shows how leaders actually make artificial intelligence in business stick. Follow the podcast for more no-nonsense AI conversations.Resources & Links:📲 Dumb Monkey AI Academy → https://dumbmonkey.ai/ 📱 Dumb Monkey App → https://dumbmonkey.ai/dl 📘 The CEO Who Mocked AI (Until It Made Him Millions) → https://mybook.to/dumbmonkeypodcast🚀 Enterprise Monkey → https://enterprisemonkey.com.au

Send us Fan MailMost AI rollouts don’t fail because of the tech, they fail because people were never brought along. In the first episode of 2026, leadership and culture expert Tiffany Gray breaks down why simply “flicking on” Copilot or mandating AI use creates resistance, fear, and silos.We unpack what cultural integration really means, why most people can’t articulate their own role, and how unconscious competence blocks automation and AI agents. Tiffany shares practical ways leaders can build AI literacy, psychological safety, and shared learning, without turning AI into a compliance nightmare.If you’re a CEO or exec wondering why AI adoption is stalling, this conversation reframes AI as a leadership and culture problem first and a technology problem second. Follow the podcast for more practical AI-for-business conversations.Resources & Links:📲 Dumb Monkey AI Academy → https://dumbmonkey.ai/ 📱 Dumb Monkey App → https://dumbmonkey.ai/dl 📘 The CEO Who Mocked AI (Until It Made Him Millions) → https://mybook.to/dumbmonkeypodcast 🚀 Enterprise Monkey → https://enterprisemonkey.com.au

Send us Fan MailIn the final episode of 2025, we reflect on the moment AI stopped being a novelty and quietly became part of everyday life. Amir shares how he booked an entire family holiday — flights, hotel, seats and itinerary — without opening Booking.com or Skyscanner, simply by chatting to ChatGPT like a travel agent who’d already been there.We unpack why conversational, voice-first AI beat typing and searching this year, especially for busy leaders. From smarter travel decisions and gift buying to packing, productivity and turning emotional rants into professional emails, this episode captures what artificial intelligence in business actually looked like in 2025.Thank you for listening, sharing and supporting the Dumb Monkey Podcast this year. We’re signing off for a break and looking forward to coming back refreshed — and ready for what 2026 brings. 👉 Follow the Dumb Monkey Podcast for more no-BS artificial intelligence in business.Resources & Links:💬 Join the Dumb Monkey Community: dumbmonkey.ai🧠 Subscribe to the Dumb Monkey Newsletter: https://dumb-monkey.beehiiv.com🧠 Subscribe to the Dumb Monkey LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7378944396286681088💼 Learn more about Aamir Qutub: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aamirqutub/ 

Send us Fan MailMost businesses think the AI gold rush is about building smarter tech. It’s not. It’s about how you actually use it.In this episode, Aamir Qutub and Davina Montgomery sit down with Alex Papli, founder of Hypergen AI, to cut through the hype around AI agents, automation, Copilot, and ChatGPT. They unpack the real difference between workflows and truly agentic AI, why “getting your data in order” is often the wrong starting point, and how AI governance fails when leaders don’t get hands-on.You’ll hear practical examples of AI for business, from automating grunt work to reducing risk and improving productivity—without betting the farm on shiny tools.If you’re a founder or executive wondering where AI actually delivers ROI, this episode will save you months of guessing. 👉 Follow the Dumb Monkey Podcast for more no-BS artificial intelligence in business.Resources & Links:💬 Join the Dumb Monkey Community: dumbmonkey.ai🧠 Subscribe to the Dumb Monkey Newsletter: https://dumb-monkey.beehiiv.com🧠 Subscribe to the Dumb Monkey LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7378944396286681088💼 Learn more about Aamir Qutub: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aamirqutub/ 

Send us Fan MailYour best people won’t stay forever—but their knowledge can.In this episode, I reveal how to build an “AI brain” that captures your organisation’s most valuable asset: human expertise. This isn’t just about plugging in ChatGPT. It’s about designing systems that store structured data, unstructured files, and even tacit knowledge—so that when people leave, their know-how stays.Here’s what I cover:How to extract and store real-world expertise from your teamWhy tacit knowledge is the most valuable (and the easiest to lose)Tools like vector databases, Microsoft Copilot, Rewind, and RAG systemsHow I built my own AI brain — and what it actually doesThe critical risks around privacy, access, and consentIf you're building a smarter, more scalable organisation, this episode will give you the blueprint to start capturing what really matters — before you lose it. Resources & Links:💬 Join the Dumb Monkey Community: dumbmonkey.ai🧠 Subscribe to the Dumb Monkey Newsletter: https://dumb-monkey.beehiiv.com🧠 Subscribe to the Dumb Monkey LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7378944396286681088💼 Learn more about Aamir Qutub: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aamirqutub/ 

Send us Fan MailMost businesses rushed to adopt AI — but skipped the one thing that could’ve protected them: governance.In this episode, I sit down with Davina to unpack why AI governance should’ve been the very first conversation leaders had. From shadow AI and privacy risks to policies that actually work, we break down what good governance looks like — and why most businesses are still getting it wrong.You’ll learn:What AI governance really means (beyond just a policy doc)How to manage tools like Canva AI and Microsoft Copilot in your workplaceReal risks: from hallucinations to data breachesThe difference between “banning AI” and “governing AI”How to build an AI policy and rollout framework that people actually followIf you're a founder, manager, or even just AI-curious — this episode will help you stay ahead of the curve, without falling into compliance chaos.Resources & Links💬 Join the Dumb Monkey Community: dumbmonkey.ai🧠 Subscribe to the Dumb Monkey Newsletter: https://dumb-monkey.beehiiv.com🧠 Subscribe to the Dumb Monkey LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7378944396286681088💼 Learn more about Aamir Qutub: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aamirqutub/ 

Send us Fan MailMost businesses have no idea their website is becoming invisible. In this episode of The Dumb Monkey Show, Davina and I unpack one of the biggest shifts happening right now. People are no longer finding businesses through Google searches. They are asking AI tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Search to find the best person for the job. Customers may never even visit your website. The AI makes the recommendation and sometimes completes the transaction for them. We break down: • Why many businesses have already seen an 80 percent drop in search visibility • How large language models decide who to recommend • Why SEO alone will not save you • How AI judges your authority, structure and content quality • Why accessibility and schema matter more than ever • What AI browsers like Atlas and Comet mean for your traffic • The rise of AI driven shopping and its impact on e commerce • How to build an AI visibility strategy that actually works If you are a business owner, marketer or founder, this episode is your guide to staying visible in the age of AI and keeping your brand in front of customers. Listen now and future proof your online presence. Resources & Links🐒 The Dumb Monkey Show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2527278/follow🎥 Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWVhMCSe1rZ_ADoUucOO5Ns-GmmyZ-4co💬 Join the Dumb Monkey Community: dumbmonkey.ai🧠 Subscribe to the Dumb Monkey Newsletter: https://dumb-monkey.beehiiv.com🧠 Subscribe to the Dumb Monkey LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7378944396286681088💼 Learn more about Aamir Qutub: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aamirqutub/ 

Send us Fan MailAre we at the beginning of an AI-driven jobs apocalypse?In this episode, Aamir Qutub and Davina Montgomery unpack one of the biggest questions of our time: what happens when AI doesn’t just help humans work — it replaces them?From Amazon’s 30,000 layoffs to mass cuts across banking, government, and manufacturing, the shift is real and accelerating. Aamir warns that unlike past revolutions, AI isn’t just a tool. It’s a doer. And if businesses, governments, and workers don’t adapt fast enough, the social and economic consequences could be huge.But it’s not all doom and gloom. You’ll also hear how transparency, ethics, and upskilling can help us navigate this new era — and why generalists who can think broadly, solve problems, and use AI effectively will be the ones who thrive.What You’ll Learn• Why today’s layoffs are different from past tech shifts • How AI concentrates wealth — and what that means for society • The danger of rushing automation without oversight • How to future-proof your career with “AI generalist” skills • Why transparency and education matter more than everResources & Links🐒 The Dumb Monkey Show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2527278/follow🎥 Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWVhMCSe1rZ_ADoUucOO5Ns-GmmyZ-4co 💬 Join the Dumb Monkey Community: dumbmonkey.ai🧠 Subscribe to the Dumb Monkey Newsletter: https://dumb-monkey.beehiiv.com/ 💼 Learn more about Aamir Qutub: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aamirqutub/

Send us Fan MailWhen your clients start using GPT — you know the game has changed.In this episode of The Dumb Monkey Show, Aamir Qutub and Divina Montgomery sit down with Simon Quirke, CEO and Founder of Graceview, a RegTech startup using AI to make compliance effortless.Simon shares how his journey from lawyer to entrepreneur led him to tackle one of the hardest problems in business: keeping up with constantly changing regulations. He explains how Graceview monitors thousands of regulatory sources in real time — building a “regulatory fingerprint” that companies can trust, while ChatGPT and Google models struggle with accuracy.We also dive into:The future of law in an AI-powered worldWhy data ownership will define the next decadeHow to build a startup around a complex, valuable problemThe mindset and hustle required to survive the startup rollercoasterWhether you’re in law, tech, or leadership — this conversation shows how AI isn’t replacing professionals, it’s redefining their value.🔗 Resources & Links🐒 The Dumb Monkey Show: dumbmonkey.ai/podcast 🎥 Watch the full episode on YouTube: youtube.com/@dumbmonkeyai 💬 Join the Dumb Monkey Community: dumbmonkey.ai

Send us Fan MailAre you trusting what you see online? In this episode, Aamir Qutub and co-host Davina Montgomery explore how AI-generated content is reshaping trust, creativity, and business — and what happens when companies rush into automation without preparation. From OpenAI’s new Sora 2 model that creates ultra-realistic videos to a $440,000 AI-written government report gone wrong, this conversation dives deep into the balance between innovation and integrity. You’ll learn how to use AI boldly — without losing your authenticity — and why training your people before deploying new tech might just save your brand.  What’s inside: • How OpenAI’s Sora 2 is changing video, social media, and storytelling • The rise of deepfakes and misinformation — and how to spot them • Why authenticity and trust are now business currencies • Real-world AI fails: Deloitte’s fake report & the Commonwealth Bank voicebot debacle • How to “fail fast” the right way: train first, test safely, then scale confidently  Resources & Links:📲 Dumb Monkey AI Academy → https://dumbmonkey.ai/📱 Dumb Monkey App → https://dumbmonkey.ai/dl 📘 The CEO Who Mocked AI (Until It Made Him Millions) → https://mybook.to/dumbmonkeypodcast 🚀 Enterprise Monkey → https://enterprisemonkey.com.au 🛠️ Tools & Platforms Mentioned  Sora 2 (OpenAI) → https://openai.com/sora ChatGPT (OpenAI) → https://chat.openai.com/ Adobe Content Authenticator → https://contentauthenticity.org/

Send us Fan MailAre you stuck spending hours on emails, scheduling, or manual follow-ups that AI could easily handle for you?In this episode, Aamir Qutub and co-host Davina Montgomery go hands-on with the best AI automation tools that are changing how businesses work — no coding required. From managing your inbox with Fixer.ai to connecting entire workflows using Make and n8n, they show how to turn everyday tasks into self-running systems.You’ll also learn how to keep your automations safe, accurate, and human-friendly — plus how these tools are creating new career paths for “AI automation orchestrators.”What’s inside:The difference between task automation and true AI-driven orchestrationHow tools like Fixer.ai, Make, n8n, and Perplexity simplify your daily workReal-world examples: email triage, meeting scheduling, research, presentations, and creative workflowsGuardrails: privacy checks, approval flows, and data-protection tips that keep your info secureHow to build your first automation without writing a single line of codeWhy automation isn’t about replacing people — it’s about freeing them to focus on what matters mostResources & Links:🐒 Dumb Monkey AI Academy → https://dumbmonkey.ai/⚙️ Make.com → https://www.make.com/🔁 N8N → https://n8n.io/💬 ChatGPT → https://chat.openai.com/✍️ Claude → https://claude.ai/🔍 Perplexity AI → https://www.perplexity.ai/🎨 NanoBanana → https://nanobanana.com/📄 Hubdoc → https://www.hubdoc.com/💼 Xero → https://www.xero.com/

Send us Fan MailAI automation isn’t just for tech giants anymore — it’s the new superpower for every business.In this episode, Aamir Qutub and Davina Montgomery dive into the real-world automations transforming marketing, sales, and everyday operations. From using ChatGPT and Claude to run entire content workflows, to setting up no-code agents in Make.com and N8N, they unpack how smart leaders are saving hours, cutting costs, and scaling faster.What’s inside:How Aamir’s team built a fully automated marketing system that turns one blog into 60+ pieces of contentHow AI agents are now handling client inquiries, proposals, and even tenders — in minutes, not daysWhy the “secret sauce” still lies in human creativity and strategic thinkingPractical tips to start automating your own workflows — without losing the human touchResources & Links:🐒 Dumb Monkey AI Academy → https://dumbmonkey.ai/⚙️ Make.com → https://www.make.com/🔁 N8N → https://n8n.io/💬 ChatGPT → https://chat.openai.com/✍️ Claude → https://claude.ai/🔍 Perplexity AI → https://www.perplexity.ai/🎨 NanoBanana → https://nanobanana.com/📄 Hubdoc → https://www.hubdoc.com/💼 Xero → https://www.xero.com/

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of The Dumb Monkey Show, Aamir Qutub and Davina Montgomery break down exactly how AI lets anyone start and scale a real business—whether you’re freelancing, consulting, or building a product. From landing your first clients to auto-writing press releases and prepping investor pitches, we map the steps and the stack.What’s inside:The 3 levels of AI businesses: gigs → expert services → product/startupSimple services you can sell today (image/video editing, proofreading, research)Turning industry expertise into an AI-powered consultancy (PR, compliance, award entries)Building a lean “LinkedIn ghostwriting” agency with agents + automationTools to know: Make.com (automation), Clay (prospecting), Instantly & HeyReach (outreach)From concept to prototype fast with Lovable, Replit, or BoltHow to validate demand, design a pitch deck, and rehearse investor Q&A with AIPricing and packaging: why clients still pay for human judgment (plus AI speed)Quick start framework:Identify a painful problem in your fieldValidate with real people (AI-assisted customer discovery)Draft your model, brand, and site with AIUse automation + outreach tools to win your first customersIterate, niche down, productizeResources & Links🐒 Dumb Monkey AI Academy → https://dumbmonkey.ai/📱 Dumb Monkey App → https://dumbmonkey.ai/dl📘 The CEO Who Mocked AI (Until It Made Him Millions) → https://mybook.to/dumbmonkeypodcast🚀 Enterprise Monkey → https://enterprisemonkey.com.au⚙️ Make.com (Automation Workflows) → https://www.make.com/🔍 Clay (Lead Generation & Outreach) → https://www.clay.com✉️ Instantly (Cold Email Automation) → https://www.instantly.ai🤝 HeyReach (LinkedIn Outreach Automation) → https://www.heyreach.io🧠 Lovable (AI App Builder) → https://lovable.ai⚡ Bolt (AI Startup Builder) → https://bolt.new💻 Replit (AI Coding Sandbox) → https://replit.com🍌 NanoBanana (AI Image Model) → https://nanobanana.ai/

Send us Fan MailAre you stuck doing repetitive, boring tasks that could easily be automated? In this episode, Aamir Qutub and co-host Davina Montgomery explore how AI-powered automation is freeing businesses from “robot work” and delivering measurable savings.From sales pipelines and proposals to content creation and customer updates, they show how tools like Make and n8n let you build workflows that run themselves — without needing a coding team. Plus, we dig into the guardrails that keep automations safe, accurate, and human-friendly.What’s inside:The difference between assistants and full automation (and why it matters)How to find your “top 3 hated tasks” and automate them firstTools to get started: Make, n8n, Whisper, GPT modulesReal-world examples: CRM data entry, proposals, podcast repurposingGuardrails: logs, human-in-the-loop, and simple risk matricesWhy automation isn’t job replacement — it’s job optimizationResources & Links:📲 Dumb Monkey AI Academy → https://dumbmonkey.ai/ 📘 The CEO Who Mocked AI (Until It Made Him Millions) → https://mybook.to/dumbmonkeypodcast 🚀 Enterprise Monkey → https://enterprisemonkey.com.au

Send us Fan MailAI isn’t just answering questions anymore — it’s doing the work. In this episode, Aamir Qutub and co-host Davina Montgomery unpack the rise of AI agents: digital teammates that can plan, decide, and act across your business.We explore how agents are being used in real companies — from safety bots trained on OHS manuals, to HR advisors, to a LinkedIn post-builder that learns your voice. You’ll learn how to train and test your own agents (fast), why managers of the future will spend as much time training agents as they do people, and how to set up guardrails so these agents don’t go rogue.What’s inside:Agents vs. Assistants: why actions beat answersReal-world use cases: safety, HR, events, and marketing agentsHow to train agents with your knowledge, not just public dataGuardrails, testing, and edge cases — keeping them usefulWhy “managing agents” will be tomorrow’s job skillA simple path to building your first agent with ChatGPT or CopilotResources & Links:📲 Dumb Monkey AI Academy → https://dumbmonkey.ai/ 📘 The CEO Who Mocked AI (Until It Made Him Millions) → https://mybook.to/dumbmonkeypodcast 🚀 Enterprise Monkey → https://enterprisemonkey.com.au

Send us Fan MailMost people think AI is dumb. In reality, their prompts are dumb.In this episode, we break down prompt engineering for business leaders — showing you how to turn ChatGPT (and any AI tool) into a consultant that gives clear, useful, and tailored answers.👉 What you’ll learn:Why AI gives generic, fluffy answers (and how to stop it)4 prompt frameworks you can steal today: S.C.O.R.E, T.E.A.C.H, R.A.F.T, S.T.A.RHow to brief AI like you’d brief a senior consultant or strategistReal business examples: crafting better strategies, client emails, and profitability plansWhy it matters: AI is only as good as your prompts. If you run a business, lead a team, or just want smarter answers, this episode shows you how to stop wasting time — and start getting results.Resources & Links 📲 Dumb Monkey AI Academy → https://dumbmonkey.ai/ 📱 Dumb Monkey App → https://dumbmonkey.ai/dl 📘 The CEO Who Mocked AI (Until It Made Him Millions) → https://mybook.to/dumbmonkeypodcast

Send us Fan MailElon Musk’s Grok AI comes with “Spicy” and “Unhinged” modes — including flirty voice chats, foul-mouthed rants, and even celebrity deepfakes. Aamir and Davina put it to the test… then ask the harder question: what happens when businesses start using unregulated models like this at work?Along the way we dig into: • What’s new with GPT-5 (and why its “PhD-level” reasoning is a genuine leap forward) • Australia’s AI Adoption Report — and why construction + manufacturing are falling behind • The basics of Responsible AI (half of businesses aren’t even checking outputs before sending them to customers 😳) • Why the next wave isn’t just chatbots — it’s agents that can take actions on your behalfWhy it matters: flashy features aren’t the same as safe features. If you run a business, the wrong AI could put your data, your reputation, and even your customers at risk.Resources & Links:📲 Dumb Monkey AI Academy → https://dumbmonkey.ai/ 📱 Dumb Monkey App → https://dumbmonkey.ai/dl 📘 The CEO Who Mocked AI (Until It Made Him Millions) → https://mybook.to/dumbmonkeypodcast 🚀 Enterprise Monkey → https://enterprisemonkey.com.auEpisode-specific: • ChatGPT → https://chat.openai.com/ • Grok (xAI) → https://x.ai/ • Microsoft Copilot for Microsoft 365 → https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/copilot • Claude (Anthropic) → https://www.anthropic.com/claude • Perplexity → https://www.perplexity.ai/ • Comet Browser (by Perplexity) → https://www.perplexity.ai/download • National AI Centre (Australia) → https://www.industry.gov.au/publications/ai-adoption-tracker

Send us Fan MailCreative director Ben Cook (Recreate Australia) reckons there’s “no excuse not to be a millionaire” if you learn to wield AI—then proves it. We dig into how his team slashed pre-production time, turned meeting notes into proposals, and undercut competitors without cutting corners. Expect practical tactics: recording in Fathom, summarising in Gemini/ChatGPT, dropping into Canva, sending via PandaDoc, plus when to use Copilot, Grok, and Whisper. We also tackle the hard bit: jobs, team pushback, and how to upskill people so AI lifts quality, not laziness. Why it matters: if you run content, marketing, or a service business, this is AI for business you can deploy today. Follow for more brutally useful episodes.Resources & Links: 📲 Dumb Monkey AI Academy → https://dumbmonkey.ai/ 📱 Dumb Monkey App → https://dumbmonkey.ai/dl 📘 The CEO Who Mocked AI (Until It Made Him Millions) → https://mybook.to/dumbmonkeypodcast 🚀 Enterprise Monkey → https://enterprisemonkey.com.auEpisode-specific: • Recreate Australia → https://re-create.au/ • ChatGPT (Voice) → https://chat.openai.com/ • Google Gemini → https://gemini.google.com/ • Fathom (meeting assistant) → https://www.fathom.video/ • Canva → https://www.canva.com/ • PandaDoc → https://www.pandadoc.com/ • Microsoft Copilot for Microsoft 365 → https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/copilot • Google Vertex AI Agent Builder → https://cloud.google.com/vertex-ai/agent-builder • Gamma (AI decks) → https://gamma.app/ • Lovable (AI app builder) → https://lovable.dev/ • Grok (xAI) → https://x.ai/ • Whisper (speech-to-text) → https://openai.com/research/whisper • Model Context Protocol (MCP) → https://www.anthropic.com/news/model-context-protocol

Send us Fan MailEvery organisation needs its Messi or Ronaldo — that one person who knows the business inside out and can now use AI to drive productivity, profitability, and growth. In this Dumb Monkey deep dive, Aamir Qutub explains why you can’t just hire this skill from the market — you need to spot and grow AI champions within your own team . We’ll cover how to identify these superstars, how to retain them once you’ve found them, and how to scale their impact across the organisation. Whether you’re a leader or a professional, this episode is your roadmap to becoming — or building — an AI champion.

Send us Fan Mail“Vibe coding” — telling an AI tool to spin up a whole app from a simple prompt — feels like magic. Tools like Bolt, Lovable, and Replit can generate working apps in minutes and even auto-deploy them. But here’s the catch: vibe-coded apps often lack security, testing, and solid architecture. In this Dumb Monkey deep dive, Aamir Qutub unpacks when AI vibe coding is useful (rapid prototypes, one-off internal tools, research dashboards) and when it’s dangerous (anything customer-facing or handling sensitive data). We also explore how senior developers pairing AI assistants like Cursor or Claude can hit 80% efficiency gains without the risks. Leaders will walk away with a clear line between playful vibes and production-ready AI for business.

Send us Fan MailPerplexity isn’t just another AI tool — it’s quickly becoming a business research assistant for leaders who need clear answers fast. In this Dumb Monkey Podcast deep dive, Aamir Qutub explains the Perplexity Ladder: how the Free, Pro, Enterprise, and Max (Comet) versions each unlock new capabilities for business.From simple searches to deep research, dashboards, and privacy controls, we explore how executives and professionals can decide which level makes sense for them. More importantly, we cover the real-world use cases: competitor analysis, market research, customer insights, and even building live dashboards. If you’ve ever wondered whether Perplexity can replace Google or complement ChatGPT in your workflow, this episode gives you the clarity you need.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Dumb Monkey Podcast, Aamir Qutub and Davina Montgomery sit down with Ramon Rodriguez, General Manager of the Geelong Advertiser, to explore how business leaders can turn curiosity about AI into measurable business wins. Ramon shares how tools like Perplexity and Comet have helped him cut through repetitive work, spark creativity, and even close a $200K deal. We go deeper into the AI-first mindset every leader needs, the risks of falling behind in Australia, and why privacy and guardrails matter. Packed with prompting hacks, productivity shortcuts, and candid reflections from media and business leaders, this episode is a playbook for anyone who wants to stop dabbling and start leading with AI. Resources & Links:📲 Dumb Monkey AI Academy → https://dumbmonkey.ai/📱 Dumb Monkey App → https://dumbmonkey.ai/dl📘 The CEO Who Mocked AI (Until It Made Him Millions) → https://mybook.to/dumbmonkeypodcast🚀 Enterprise Monkey → https://enterprisemonkey.com.au🛠️ Tools & Platforms MentionedPerplexity AI (search + voice assistant) → https://www.perplexity.ai/Comet Browser by Perplexity (AI-powered browser) → https://www.perplexity.ai/downloads/cometClaude (Anthropic) → https://claude.ai/ChatGPT (OpenAI) → https://chat.openai.com/Microsoft Copilot → https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-copilotMistral AI → https://mistral.ai/Llama (Meta) → https://ai.meta.com/llama/ElevenLabs (voice AI) → https://elevenlabs.io/Lovable (no-code AI app builder) → https://www.lovable.dev/Notion (mentioned for tasks/workflow) → https://www.notion.so/

Send us Fan MailAI is powerful, but out of the box it’s just… generic. In this reflection episode of the Dumb Monkey Podcast, Aamir Qutub explains how to personalise ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot so they understand your preferences, tone, and guardrails. By teaching your AI assistant who you are — what you like, what you avoid, how you want things phrased — you can transform these tools from basic chatbots into trusted business partners. Whether you want professional reports, cheeky social posts, or clear internal updates, AI can adapt to your style. This is how leaders save time, reduce misfires, and finally get practical value from AI.

Send us Fan MailAre you suffering from the Dumb Monkey Syndrome? In this first episode, Aamir Qutub and co-host Davina Montgomery launch the Dumb Monkey Podcast — the show that makes AI for business simple, bold, and practical.We introduce the concept of Dumb Monkey Syndrome — what happens when leaders fail to evolve with technology — and show how to personalise ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot so they act like real assistants. You’ll also hear why using paid tools matters for privacy, how to avoid AI “hallucinations,” and where to start if you feel left behind.What’s inside:The origin of “Dumb Monkey Syndrome” (Kodak, Nokia, Blockbuster stories) Why leaders must keep asking “dumb” questionsHow to personalise ChatGPT & Copilot with custom instructionsWhy you should pay for AI tools instead of using free versionsReal examples: automating invoice processing & organising messy files Resources & Links:📲 Dumb Monkey AI Academy → https://dumbmonkey.ai/📱 Dumb Monkey App → https://dumbmonkey.ai/dl📘 The CEO Who Mocked AI (Until It Made Him Millions) → https://mybook.to/dumbmonkeypodcast🚀 Enterprise Monkey → https://enterprisemonkey.com.au