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Chris"s AI Deep Dive

Simplifying AI, Economics, and Business. Machine Learning and Data Science at a 5th Grade Level. {MVP}

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01:24:50

6: Retrieval-Augmented Generation and AI Agents

Chris"s AI Deep Dive ·

2025/05/16

This episode explores advanced techniques for improving large language model performance beyond basic prompting, focusing on two main patterns: Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and agents. It explains how RAG enhances responses by retrieving relevant information from external sources, detailing different retrieval methods like term-based and embedding-based approaches, and strategies for optimization. The text then introduces agents, which utilize tools and planning to accomplish complex tasks,

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00:33:17

5: Prompting, Attacks, and Defenses

Chris"s AI Deep Dive ·

2025/05/16

This episode provides an extensive overview of prompt engineering, explaining it as the crucial process of crafting instructions to guide AI models without altering their core programming. It details the components of effective prompts, such as clear task descriptions and examples, and discusses the concept of in-context learning, including zero-shot and few-shot approaches. The text also addresses the critical topic of defensive prompt engineering, outlining various prompt attack methods like

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00:31:25

4: Evaluating AI Systems and Building Evaluation...

Chris"s AI Deep Dive ·

2025/05/16

This episode outlines crucial considerations for evaluating AI systems, emphasizing that a model's value is tied to its specific application. It discusses key evaluation criteria like domain-specific and generation capabilities (including factual consistency and safety), instruction-following, and also important practical aspects such as cost and latency. The piece also examines the complex decision of whether to self-host open-source models or utilize commercial model APIs, detailing the pros

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00:13:40

Large Language Model Labor Market Impacts

Chris"s AI Deep Dive ·

2025/05/08

This research explores the potential effects of large language models (LLMs), like GPTs, on the U.S. workforce. It uses a new method involving both human experts and GPT-4 to determine how many job tasks could be affected by LLMs, including when paired with additional software. The findings indicate a significant portion of the workforce may see at least some tasks impacted, with higher-wage jobs potentially having greater exposure, suggesting LLMs could be a general-purpose technology with broad

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00:30:28

Governing Debt and Risk: A Global Analysis . Ray...

Chris"s AI Deep Dive ·

2025/05/03

We present an assessment of the long-term debt risks for central governments and central banks in major countries, utilizing a dashboard of indicators. It highlights the significant debt burden of the US government but notes its mitigating factor as the dominant world reserve currency, while also discussing the financial situations and risks of countries like Japan and China. The author proposes a "3%, 3-Part Solution" for the US to address its rising debt, advocating for deficit reduction

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00:24:31

Debt Crises: 1944 to Present. Ray Dalio Pt 3

Chris"s AI Deep Dive ·

2025/05/03

We present a detailed examination of macroeconomic cycles, focusing on debt, money, and economic forces over the past 80 years, particularly in the US, China, and Japan. It explains how these economic factors are intertwined with political, geopolitical, natural, and technological forces. The author uses historical examples, such as the shift from a gold-linked monetary system (MP1) to a fiat system (MP2) and eventually to quantitative easing (MP3) and coordinated fiscal and monetary policy (MP4),

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00:28:02

How Countries Go Broke by Ray Dalio Part 2

Chris"s AI Deep Dive ·

2025/05/01

An in-depth analysis of how central governments and central banks go broke, focusing on the archetypical sequence of events leading to major debt crises. It examines the differences between hard money and fiat money systems in the context of these crises, highlighting how fiat systems experience more gradual devaluations. The source outlines nine stages of the final crisis phase, starting with excessive debt accumulation, progressing through private sector distress spilling over to the government

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00:36:31

Understanding How Countries Go Broke by Ray Dalio Pt 1

Chris"s AI Deep Dive ·

2025/05/01

This extensive document explores the Big Debt Cycle, a long-term financial phenomenon characterized by periods of credit expansion culminating in unsustainable debt burdens and subsequent deleveraging. The author, a global macro investor, argues this cycle, typically lasting around 80 years, is not widely understood but is critical for investors and policymakers. The text outlines five stages of this cycle, from the initial "sound money" phase to the eventual "deleveraging" where

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00:14:27

Real-World AI Task Usage Across Occupations

Chris"s AI Deep Dive ·

2025/04/30

We detail a novel empirical study analyzing AI usage patterns by examining millions of Claude.ai conversations through the lens of U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET database of tasks and occupations. The research found that AI use is concentrated in software development and writing tasks, accounting for nearly half of total usage, but also extends to about 36% of occupations for at least a quarter of their tasks. The study differentiates between augmentative AI use (57%), which enhances human

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00:29:19

Artificial Intelligence Index Report 2025

Chris"s AI Deep Dive ·

2025/04/30

The AI Index Report 2025, presents a multifaceted overview of the global state of artificial intelligence. It highlights advancements in AI models and performance across various domains like language, vision, and robotics, while also discussing the growing importance of responsible AI, including ethical considerations, safety benchmarks, and policy developments worldwide. The report also examines the economic impacts of AI, such as job market trends and investment patterns, alongside the current

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00:22:41

Venture Capital and Strategic Investment for...

Chris"s AI Deep Dive ·

2025/04/29

This RAND Corporation research report examines government strategic investment (GSI) initiatives aimed at developing new capabilities for government missions. It analyzes three specific cases: In-Q-Tel, Rosettex Technology and Ventures Group, and OnPoint Technologies, which are government-chartered or operate under contract, differing from traditional private venture capital by prioritizing mission-oriented innovation over purely financial returns. The report also employs an economic model to

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00:14:02

Mastering Meetings and Career Growth

Chris"s AI Deep Dive ·

2025/04/21

Part 6 serves as a guide for navigating the unspoken rules of the professional world to enhance one's competence, involvement, and compatibility (CIC) in the workplace. It uses the fictional experience of Peter to illustrate common missteps in meetings and introduces the concept of strategic visibility and audibility. The source further explores how to prepare for meetings by understanding their purpose, one's expected role (being seen and heard, seen but not heard, or neither seen nor

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00:19:22

Reading People and Workplace Dynamics

Chris"s AI Deep Dive ·

2025/04/21

Part 5 offers guidance on navigating workplace dynamics and building professional relationships. It emphasizes the importance of understanding hidden hierarchies and informal influencers beyond the organizational chart. The text advises on identifying communication styles, behaviors, and unspoken loyalties to avoid missteps and build rapport. Furthermore, it details strategies for initiating and maintaining connections through mindful conversations and proactive engagement. Ultimately, the source

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00:19:59

Mastering Workplace Dynamics: A Guide to Professional...

Chris"s AI Deep Dive ·

2025/04/21

Part 4 serves as a guide for navigating the professional world, contrasting it with academic life by highlighting the differences in instructions, deadlines, and expectations. Chapter 8, "Prenez les choses en main" (Take Charge), emphasizes the importance of proactive communication, clarifying responsibilities, understanding the bigger picture, and anticipating needs to effectively manage tasks and superiors. Chapter 9, "Apprenez à gérer votre charge de travail" (Learn to Manage

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00:17:55

Navigating Workplace Interactions and Expectations

Chris"s AI Deep Dive ·

2025/04/20

Part 3 offer guidance on navigating workplace dynamics by focusing on how individuals present themselves and their work. The text emphasizes the importance of understanding and articulating one's personal and professional narrative to convey competence, commitment, and compatibility. It further explores managing one's professional image, including appearance and online presence, to align with workplace norms while staying authentic. Finally, the sources examine the subtle signals

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00:22:36

Attempting Success: Initiative in Early Career

Chris"s AI Deep Dive ·

2025/04/20

Part 2 offers guidance for individuals starting new roles or projects, emphasizing the importance of a proactive mindset and strategic engagement. It encourages readers to actively seek opportunities, learn their responsibilities, and build positive professional relationships. The text uses the story of a young professional, Annie, to illustrate how initiative and persistence can lead to desired outcomes. Furthermore, it details practical steps for making a strong initial impression and effectively

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00:07:10

The Unspoken Rules of Workplace Success

Chris"s AI Deep Dive ·

2025/04/20

Part1 introduces the concept of unspoken rules in the workplace, highlighting how these unwritten expectations significantly impact career success. The author shares personal anecdotes and observations, including struggles faced by his mother and his own initial difficulties navigating professional environments despite academic achievements. The text emphasizes that excelling involves more than just hard work; it requires understanding and adapting to these often-unarticulated norms. Furthermore,

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00:16:03

The Simple Macroeconomics of AI

Chris"s AI Deep Dive ·

2025/04/17

This academic paper examines the potential macroeconomic impacts of artificial intelligence, particularly generative AI, focusing on productivity, wages, and inequality. It uses a task-based model to estimate that while AI will likely improve productivity through automation and task complementarities, the gains in the next decade will be modest, possibly less than previously predicted. The analysis further suggests that AI's effect on wage inequality will be limited, potentially widening the gap

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00:16:37

Trump Economic Team's Plan to Reform the Federal Reserve

Chris"s AI Deep Dive ·

2025/04/04

This Manhattan Institute report critiques the Federal Reserve's current governance, arguing it has led to monetary policy errors and an overreach into political domains. The authors contend that while central bank independence is important, the Fed's structure fosters groupthink and lacks sufficient accountability. To address these issues, the report proposes reforms including restructuring terms for Fed officials, altering the FOMC composition to empower Reserve Banks, nationalizing Reserve

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00:21:35

Why Trump's Tariffs Actually Make Sense (Origins of a...

Chris"s AI Deep Dive ·

2025/04/03

What does the Trump team actually want to accomplish with tariffs? We discuss a 2024 paper by Stephen Miran, Trump's economics advisor, analyzing potential strategies for restructuring the global trading system under a hypothetical second Trump administration. He explores the use of tariffs and currency policy to address perceived economic imbalances stemming from dollar overvaluation and to bolster American industry. The guide examines the economic and financial market consequences of these tools,

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