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AGI - Advance, Grow, Innovate with AI

AGI Podcast — Advance, Grow, Innovate with AI For whoever got stuck making AI work—and educators preparing students for what"s next. Julie Koehrer and Jason Padgett cut through AI hype with practical, real-world insights for people who actually need to implement it. They focus on workforce development, education, and small to medium businesses and nonprofits literacy and adoption. Mondays: AGI Podcast - Practical AI for everyday people navigating implementation Saturdays: School"s Out -

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00:49:44

Navigating AI and Philosophy with Cristina DiGiacomo

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2025/08/18

Join Jason as he delves into a thought-provoking conversation with Cristina DiGiacomo, an AI philosopher and founder, about the intersection of artificial intelligence and philosophy. Discover how Cristina's unique journey from digital media to practical philosophy has shaped her insights on AI's role in society. Explore the philosophical underpinnings of AI, the importance of critical thinking, and the potential for collaboration over competition in the business world.Timestamps:00:00 -

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00:34:11

Bears, Business, and AI part 3 - Sturgeon Moon

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2025/08/11

A MIND-BENDING AI CONVERSATIONS: What Does It Really Mean to Be Human?Get ready to have your perspective completely shifted.In this absolutely riveting episode, Jason and Julie sit down for a conversation that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about artificial intelligence, humanity, and our shared future. This isn't your typical tech talk—it's a deep dive into the soul of what makes us human in an age of rapidly advancing AI.Ever wondered what happens when we stop

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00:56:41

AI in Healthcare: What Every Patient and Provider...

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2025/08/04

In this compelling conversation, Jason talks to Dr. Umbereen S. Nehal, pediatrician, former chief medical officer, and AI innovator, opens up about how artificial intelligence is shaking up healthcare communication. With a background that includes Harvard, MIT, and nearly a quarter million followers on LinkedIn, she’s actively shaping the conversation.We dive into how she’s using custom GPTs to solve real, messy problems, like helping doctors better communicate with hospital leadership. Think

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00:54:27

Bears, Business, and AI (Part 2)

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2025/07/28

In this milestone 20th episode, explore AI's impact on education, energy infrastructure, and career preparation. Why are teachers resisting AI tools that could solve their biggest challenges? We visited data centers converted from abandoned malls, and discuss America's AI Action Plan.Julie and Jason debate whether AI can be less biased than humans. Plus: preparing the next generation for an AI-dominated workforce, the importance of human connection skills, and why STEM might be the only

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00:57:55

The AI Native Generation: How a 22-Year-Old is...

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2025/07/21

As AI reshapes every industry, who better to learn from than someone who's never known work without it? Join us for a special guest edition of AGI (Advance, Grow, and Innovate with AI) featuring Kimba Evans, who as a Work-Based Learning Coordinator and Career Scholarship Manager of Career+ Pathways by Skyepack in Lafayette, Indiana, "Has ChatGPT open all day"!Kimba represents something unprecedented: the first generation to enter the workforce alongside accessible AI tools, offering a

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00:39:02

Bears, Businesses, and AI (Part 1)

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2025/07/14

What do black bears in Gatlinburg have to do with AI adoption in business?Jason and Julie break down the perfect analogy that explain why 76% of enterprise businesses are embracing AI while small businesses lag behind at just 26%. The reality? Most organizations are paralyzed by perceived risks rather than focusing on practical implementation frameworks that unlock transformative results.In this power-packed episode, discover:✅ The "bear safety rules" every business needs for AI implementation✅ Real

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00:50:05

MindStudio's Dmitry Shapiro on AI's Manufacturing...

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2025/07/06

In this eye-opening episode, Jason sits down with Dmitry Shapiro, founder of MindStudio.ai and former CTO of MySpace Music, to explore how artificial intelligence is fundamentally reshaping the modern workplace. Drawing powerful parallels between today's AI revolution and the industrial automation that transformed manufacturing, Dmitry argues we're witnessing the end of "human-driven, tool-assisted" knowledge work.Key Topics Discussed:Why the modern office is still stuck in the

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00:58:21

Securing AI’s Future — A Conversation with Danny...

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2025/06/30

In this thought-provoking episode of AGI: Advance, Grow, Innovate with AI, Jason sits down with Danny Vukobratovich — Marine veteran, senior IT security analyst at Purdue, and co-founder of AegiShield, LLC. Together, they demystify how small businesses, local governments, and nonprofits can tackle cybersecurity challenges in an AI-driven world.From explaining GRC (Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance) to exploring how AI can help mitigate shadow AI use, Danny offers practical insights for

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00:31:35

Special Guest Dr. Elise Victor on AI in Healthcare &...

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2025/06/22

Join Jason live from Human + Tech Week in San Francisco with Dr. Elise Victor, a healthcare AI pioneer who's been working at the intersection of AI and medicine since before ChatGPT changed everything.What We Cover:Why higher ed needs "AI + [Your Major]" programs NOWThe disconnect: STEM embraces AI while liberal arts bans itCommunity colleges as the secret weapon for AI workforce developmentReimagining K-12: AI sandboxes + half-day learning + actual play timeHealthcare's 7-minute

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00:37:41

The AI Arms Race – Politics, Power, and the Path Forward

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2025/06/16

What happens when AI collides head-on with politics, power dynamics, and billionaires behaving badly? In this spirited episode of AGI: Advance, Grow, Innovate with AI, Julie and Jason dive into the chaotic intersection of tech titans, political intrigue, and the future of artificial intelligence.From Elon Musk’s explosive fallout with Donald Trump (will Sam Altman finally get some breathing room?) to Mark Cuban’s surprisingly relatable take on AI’s human impact, our hosts explore the political

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00:58:07

What if Design Thinking Meets the AI Revolution (with...

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2025/06/09

What if the key to thriving in the AI revolution isn't learning new tools—but learning to ask better questions?In this thought-provoking episode of AGI: Advance, Grow, Innovate with AI, host Jason sits down with Nick Bonora, Director of Purdue University's Event Design Lab, for a conversation that will change how you think about problem-solving in the age of AI.Nick reveals the power of backward design thinking—starting with empathy for your stakeholders and engineering solutions in reverse. From a

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00:51:05

Julie's 'ChatGPT Moment'

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2025/06/02

What happens when AI skeptic meets AI enthusiast—and the skeptic finally gets it?In this candid conversation, Julie shares her breakthrough moment with AI and why it changed everything. From refusing to pay for AI tools to suddenly seeing their potential, Julie's journey mirrors what many of us experience when technology finally clicks.Jason and Julie dive deep into the real questions that matter: Will AI push us back to authentic human connection? What happens to rural communities in the AI

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00:56:34

Can AI Replace You? What Non-Techies Need to Know Now

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2025/05/26

In this eye-opening episode of AGI: Advance, Grow, Innovate with AI, Jason sits down with Shaz Aziz — SEO consultant and AI entrepreneur from Manchester — for a no-hype, real-world conversation about where AI is headed and what that means for everyday people.From AI agents replacing workers (and failing spectacularly), to whether tools like Codex can really let you “code without coding,” to why YouTube might be more valuable than a college degree — this episode is packed with clarity, candor, and

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00:58:54

Resumes, Recruiting & AI Ethics with Matt Green

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2025/05/19

Episode 8: Resumes, Recruiting & AI Ethics with Matt GreenWhat happens when job candidates use ChatGPT—and recruiters do too?Matt Green from Express Employment joins Julie and Jason to discuss:How AI is transforming resume writing and screeningWhy keyword optimization matters more than everWhether AI is helping or hurting job seekersThe ethics of using LLMs in hiringWorkforce development blind spots no one’s talking aboutWhy real human connections still matter in a hybrid-AI world👤 Guest: Matt

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00:57:55

AGI - Advance, Grow, Innovate with AI, Episode 7

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2025/05/12

From Compliance Bots to Cyborg Futures: AI in the Real World with Robert GranoffIn this episode of AGI: Advance, Grow, Innovate with AI, Jason sits down with photographer and AI enthusiast Robert Granoff for a wide-ranging, practical, and at times philosophical conversation about how artificial intelligence is reshaping real life—from education and business to legal disputes and robot companions.Robert shares his journey from experimenting with MidJourney to building a real estate compliance GPT,

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00:52:22

AGI - Advance, Grow, Innovate with AI, Episode 6

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2025/05/05

Julie and Jason catch up on the latest in AI, exploring agents with independent "agency" and debating the ethics of background-checking AI. They also grapple with the implications of pervasive recording technology, asking if ultimate efficiency is worth an "Orwellian" future.

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00:12:56

AGI This Week with NotebookLM, Episode 2 April 21 2025

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2025/04/21

Welcome to Episode 2 of AGI This Week with NotebookLM — your fast, focused recap of the biggest shifts in AI.In this week’s roundup, our NotebookLM AI cohosts highlight:How continues to reshape how we synthesize knowledgeThe quiet evolution of AI search and why it matters nowSurprising signals from the SMB and NPO AI adoption frontWhat to watch in the AI policy space as new frameworks emergeWhether you're building, adopting, or just trying to keep up — this 12-minute filler pod keeps your AI IQ

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00:13:49

AGI This Week with NotebookLM, Episode 1 April 13 2025

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2025/04/13

Welcome to AGI This Week – your AI-generated podcast for cutting through the hype and noise and getting straight to what’s real, what’s useful, and what’s happening right now in the world of artificial intelligence.Each week, we follow co-host Jason Padgett, who brings insights from the front lines of AI implementation. As a human-AI collaboration coach at Phoenix Solutions Group, Jason shares firsthand stories, live experiments, and practical takeaways from real projects in business, healthcare,

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00:47:29

AGI - Advance, Grow, Innovate with AI, Episode 5

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2025/04/07

This episode of the podcast features Julie, Jason Padet, and their guest, Shelby Ward. The conversation begins with some lighthearted banter, including Julie recounting running out of gas and the setup of the recording equipment.A significant portion of the episode revolves around artificial intelligence. The hosts and Shelby discuss the surprisingly low adoption rate of AI literacy and the lack of sign-ups for an AI workshop aimed at small businesses and nonprofits, despite the perceived value of

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00:36:24

AGI - Advance, Grow, Innovate with AI, Episode 4

AGI - Advance, Grow, Innovate with AI ·

2025/03/24

Jason covers his Walla Classes and UAPs come up again..

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