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Sidecar Sync

Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias

Welcome to Sidecar Sync: Your Weekly Dose of Innovation for Associations. Hosted by Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias, this podcast is your definitive source for the latest news, insights, and trends in the association world with a special emphasis on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its pivotal role in shaping the future. Each week, we delve into the most pressing topics, spotlighting the transformative role of emerging technologies and their profound impact on associations. With a commitment to

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36:08

The Death of Prompt Engineering (?) & OpenAI’s...

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2024/11/21

Send us a textIn this episode of Sidecar Sync, hosts Amith and Mallory explore whether prompt engineering is becoming obsolete with advancements like Stanford’s DSPY and Zenbase, and discuss OpenAI’s upcoming Operator agent, which promises to revolutionize how AI integrates with workflows. From understanding effective communication with AI to weighing the risks and rewards of emerging AI agents, this episode is packed with actionable insights for professionals navigating AI-driven transformat...

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59:36

AI Agents for Associations: Revolutionizing Customer...

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2024/11/14

Send us a textIn this episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory dive deep into the world of AI agents and their transformative potential for associations. Amith shares insights from his keynote at Digital Now 2024, exploring the difference between models and agents, and why agents hold the key to unlocking significant ROI for associations. The discussion covers use cases like customer service and knowledge management, and how associations can get started with building their own agents. Wheth...

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38:06

Exploring AI Audio – Part 2: Association Engagement...

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2024/11/07

Send us a textIn part two of this special audio-focused episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory dive into the innovative ways associations can leverage audio and AI to engage members and enhance accessibility. Amith discusses real-world applications of text-to-speech AI tools like ElevenLabs, exploring how associations can maintain a consistent brand voice across platforms, convert complex technical content into audio formats, and create interactive knowledge modules. The conversation also...

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38:09

Exploring AI Audio – Part 1: Fundamentals &...

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2024/10/31

Send us a textIn this special two-part episode, hosts Amith and Mallory delve into the transformative power of AI-driven audio for associations. From voice synthesis to real-time translation, this discussion sets the foundation for an AI audio strategy, highlighting the latest advancements in voice technologies that improve accessibility and engagement. With tools like Eleven Labs and ChatGPT's Advanced Voice mode, Amith and Mallory explore how audio allows associations to communicate more dy...

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39:34

Generating Instant Avatars with HeyGen & Anthropic’s...

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2024/10/24

Send us a textIn this episode of Sidecar Sync, hosts Amith and Mallory dive deep into two groundbreaking AI innovations—HeyGen’s interactive avatars and Claude’s new computer use feature. They explore how these tools could revolutionize the way associations handle meetings, customer interactions, and even website management. With live examples and hands-on experiences, they assess the future of AI avatars in the business world and break down how Claude’s ability to control a computer can stre...

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43:15

Meta’s New Llama 3.2 Model & Decoding Digital Twins | 52

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2024/10/17

Send us a textIn this episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory delve into the latest in AI innovation. They kick things off with an in-depth discussion on Meta's new Llama 3.2 model, highlighting its capabilities for on-device AI and vision tasks. Then, the conversation shifts to digital twins—virtual replicas used to simulate real-world entities. Amith explains how this technology can be a game-changer for associations, from optimizing conferences to creating personalized member experience...

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53:38

Live Demo of ChatGPT Canvas & Overview of Microsoft...

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2024/10/10

Send us a textIn this week’s episode of Sidecar Sync, hosts Amith and Mallory dive into two exciting AI innovations: ChatGPT Canvas and Microsoft Copilot’s Wave 2 updates. They break down how these tools can enhance productivity and transform workflows in associations and beyond. From the advanced features of ChatGPT Canvas, enabling real-time edits and content creation, to Microsoft Copilot’s newest collaborative capabilities, including Excel’s Python integration and Copilot Pages, this epis...

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38:55

Celebrating 50 Episodes, Exploring AI Learning Hub,...

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2024/10/03

Send us a textIn this milestone 50th episode of Sidecar Sync, hosts Amith Mallory celebrate the show's journey while diving into exciting new developments. They explore the enhanced AI Learning Hub 2.0, which now includes a professional certification, and discuss the importance of continuous AI education for associations. Plus, they introduce spatial intelligence, a game-changing area in AI, and share insights from Fei-Fei Li’s groundbreaking work. Tune in for a fascinating look at the future...

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54:46

Previewing digitalNow 2024, Google NotebookLM, and...

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2024/09/26

Send us a textIn this episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory dive into the latest AI trends impacting associations. They preview the upcoming digitalNow conference and showcase the impressive keynote lineup, including experts from Google, the US Department of State, and more. The episode also features an exciting exploration of Google Notebook LM, a new tool designed to help users organize and interact with documents using AI, along with an overview of XRX, an open-source framework enabli...

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63:46

Unlocking AI-Powered Insights from Unstructured Data...

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2024/09/19

Send us a textIn this special episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory dive into the transformative power of AI in analyzing unstructured data, especially for associations. They explore how AI can help organizations unlock insights from sources like emails, community discussions, event recordings, and more, all of which have been traditionally challenging to analyze. Amith shares real-world examples of how unstructured data can reveal hidden trends and opportunities, offering valuable insig...

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52:53

Project Strawberry, Hugging Face Speech-to-Speech...

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2024/09/12

Send us a textIn this special hurricane edition of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory dive into the intersection of AI and associations. From the upcoming launch of OpenAI’s Project Strawberry, set to redefine how AI handles reasoning, to Hugging Face's cutting-edge speech-to-speech model, the hosts cover all the latest AI advancements. They also explore how AI is transforming grid infrastructure, fueling climate tech investments. Plus, you'll get a behind-the-scenes look at how AI could help as...

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40:29

Leveraging Asset Bases with AI, The Plummeting Cost...

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2024/09/05

Send us a textIn this episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory dive into three major topics shaping the future of AI in associations: leveraging an asset base with AI, the rapid decline in AI token costs, and the generational differences in AI adoption. Amit breaks down how associations can unlock the potential of their data to create innovative, revenue-generating services. They also explore how the plummeting cost of AI tokens is making sophisticated AI tools accessible, and why younger w...

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39:47

7 AI Strategies to Revolutionize Your Content Writing...

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2024/08/29

Send us a textIn this episode of Sidecar Sync, Mallory dives into the transformative potential of AI-assisted content generation, focusing on text and copywriting. Discover seven innovative strategies for leveraging large language models (LLMs) to enhance your writing, from brainstorming and editing to SEO optimization and content repurposing. Whether you're a seasoned AI user or just starting, these tips will help you supercharge your content creation process, ensuring your writing remains e...

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49:16

Scaling Laws, AI Scientist Framework, and...

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2024/08/22

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory take you on a journey through some of the most cutting-edge developments in AI today. The conversation kicks off with a detailed look at scaling laws and how they are driving exponential progress in AI models, from data demands to computing power. They then explore the AI Scientist framework, a revolutionary tool that promises to automate scientific discovery and reshape research as we know it. To top it off, they dive ...

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46:26

6 Obstacles Preventing Your Organization From...

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2024/08/15

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory delve into the hurdles associations face when trying to incorporate AI into their operations. From time constraints and skepticism to the need for strategic policies, they explore the common challenges and offer practical advice on how to overcome them. Whether you're just starting with AI or looking to deepen its integration into your organization, this discussion will provide valuable insights. Plus, they share exampl...

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57:14

ASAE Annual Conference, Figure’s Humanoid Robot, &...

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2024/08/08

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory gear up for the ASAE Annual Conference with a detailed discussion on how to navigate the event effectively. They delve into the world of AI vendors, exploring how to distinguish valuable tools from the hype, and discuss the latest advancements in humanoid robots and visual segmentation models. Whether you're attending ASAE Annual or evaluating AI tools from afar, this episode offers valuable insights and practical tips ...

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54:48

Storytelling with Lumi AI, Google DeepMind's...

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2024/08/01

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory explore a range of fascinating AI news and developments. They discuss the launch of Lumi, an AI-driven storytelling platform by Colin Kaepernick, Google's DeepMind achieving high-level mathematical problem-solving, and the ethical challenges posed by deepfakes in politics, exemplified by Elon Musk's recent controversy. Amith and Mallory delve into the nuances of AI reasoning, the future of AI in science, and the importa...

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51:38

Andrej Karpathy's Eureka Labs, ChatGPT-4o Mini is...

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2024/07/25

Send us a Text Message.In this week's episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory dive into the latest innovations in artificial intelligence and their implications for the association sector. They explore Andrej Karpathy's new venture, Eureka Labs, and its revolutionary AI-native education platform. The discussion then shifts to the release of ChatGPT-4o Mini, a smaller yet powerful model from OpenAI, and Meta's groundbreaking Llama 3.1 models. Listen in as they unpack how these advancements ...

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48:42

AI and Exponential Growth, Protein Folding, and...

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2024/07/17

Send us a Text Message.Join us on this week's episode of Sidecar Sync as hosts Amith and Mallory dive into the fascinating world of exponential growth and artificial intelligence. From the historical context of computing power to the latest advancements in AI, we explore how these technologies are revolutionizing various industries, including healthcare and associations. Amith shares his insights on the future of AI, the concept of artificial general intelligence (AGI), and how associations c...

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45:27

Embracing AI to Achieve Remarkable Success with Guy...

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2024/07/11

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Mallory and Amith sit down with the legendary Guy Kawasaki, Chief Evangelist at Canva and host of the Remarkable People podcast. Guy shares insights from his new book, "Think Remarkable," discusses his favorite AI tools, and introduces his custom LLM, Kawasaki GPT. Listen in as they explore the impact of AI on creativity, the importance of adopting a growth mindset, and how associations can leverage AI for better member engagement and ed...

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