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Talking to AI

Paul Ayling

Audio conversation with AI chatbots

technology management

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24:39

What I've Learned So Far: A Deep Dive Into the Making...

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2025/11/28

In this special "review so far" episode of Talking to AI, Paul switches seats and lets his friend Cullen interview him about how AI has actually changed his work and life. They talk about the impact of AI on jobs and hiring, how tools like ChatGPT and Grok have reshaped programming and research, what's really happening with AI agents, and why you still need a sharp human brain to get the best from these systems. If you're wondering how to use AI without becoming a passive passenger, this

17:27

The Future of Housing: AI, Modular Construction, and...

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2025/11/27

In this episode of Talking to AI, Paul and ChatGPT tackle one of the UK's biggest systemic challenges: how to deliver cheaper, faster, better housing without compromising safety or community needs. Together they unpack the real-world blockers — from planning laws to logistics — and explore how AI, modular construction, digital twins, automated compliance, and next-generation materials could reshape the UK's housing landscape. With global comparisons and practical pathways for reform, this

21:48

Social Engineering: 2 The United Nations: Migration,...

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2025/11/26

This episode continues the deep dive into social engineering by examining the United Nations and its role in shaping global migration policy. Paul and ChatGPT explore the UN's "Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration," breaking down the framework's aims, objectives, and the controversies surrounding it. The discussion covers asylum processes, refugee protections, economic migration, the "safe third country" principle, and how national sovereignty and humanitarian obligations often

16:37

ChatGPT vs Grok: A Live Side-by-Side Comparison of...

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2025/11/25

In this episode, Paul runs a fully unscripted side-by-side comparison of ChatGPT and Grok, asking each model identical questions while isolating their answers. From crime data to dermatology evidence to model accuracy, this real conversational test shows how differently the two systems behave — in reasoning depth, confidence, data specificity, and style.

12:40

An Unscripted AI-to-AI Experiment: When Grok Met...

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2025/11/24

In this unique episode, Paul sets up a real-time experiment to see what happens when Grok and ChatGPT are placed into an open unscripted conversation together. From sudden language switches to movie references, surprising personality quirks, and spontaneous banter, this AI-to-AI interaction becomes both unpredictable and entertaining. It's a rare look at how two advanced models behave when the guard rails are lifted and they're asked to simply talk.

20:29

Behind the Scenes: How AI Helps Me Make This Podcast

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2025/11/21

Paul walks through his real-world podcasting workflow—how he records, edits, transcribes, and publishes with help from Python, OBS, Audacity macros, and ChatGPT. Hear how he splits multitrack audio, cleans voices intelligently, generates art + metadata, and moves toward a fully automated pipeline. A practical, curious conversation for creators experimenting with AI-powered production.

26:10

Learning Norwegian with ChatGPT Study Mode

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2025/11/20

Paul explores how ChatGPT's Study Mode can support language learning, specifically Norwegian. He builds a custom prompt, tests pronunciation + translation feedback, and reflects on what makes AI helpful for structured long-term learning. Curious, light, and practical, this episode offers a hands-on look at using GPT for language practice.

14:05

Behind the Scenes: How AI Uses Third-Party Models

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2025/11/19

Paul breaks down why ChatGPT sometimes slows down, how it taps external services like Dolly and Codex, and why different models give different levels of detail. Expect a conversational walkthrough of what happens under the hood when you request images, translations, or deep technical responses — plus tips for crafting better prompts.

26:17

Social Engineering 101 — A Look at the UN

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2025/11/18

Paul sits down with ChatGPT to examine how the United Nations influences global society, using Agenda 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals as touchpoints. They discuss whether major social shifts are organic or intentionally guided, explore examples like Rwanda and China, and highlight why some UN initiatives spark debate. A curious, accessible entry point into how institutions attempt to shape the world.

25:38

Philosophy 101: Epistemology

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2025/11/17

How do we know what we know? In this episode, Paul and AI explore epistemology — the foundation of philosophical thinking. From axioms and sensory evidence to skeptical doubt and the Gettier problem, this dialogue offers a friendly introduction to some of philosophy's most enduring questions. Whether you're brand-new to philosophy or looking to sharpen your critical framework, this episode gives you fresh perspective on how belief and knowledge intersect.

19:36

Understanding LLMs: How They Work

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2025/11/13

What actually makes a large language model work? Paul sits down with ChatGPT to explore the foundations of LLMs — from transformers and context to multimodality and agents. Learn how models are trained, why versions evolve, and where reinforcement learning fits into the picture. A friendly and curiosity-driven introduction to the tech shaping the future of AI.

28:33

How Global Financial Transactions Really Work

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2025/11/12

Ever wonder what actually happens when money moves between banks — especially across borders? In this curious, light-hearted conversation, Paul untangles the invisible plumbing of the financial world: clearinghouses, SWIFT, SEPA, Norway's KID system, the IMF, and how governments sometimes step in to move money (or stop it)! We explore why banks trust each other, how international transfers get routed, what keeps everyone honest, and how politics can turn the system upside-down. And yes… we start

12:34

Can AI Make Me Money?

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2025/11/11

Paul talks with AI about whether individuals can realistically make money using AI. They discuss small, practical, virtual business ideas suited to a solo creator, highlight workflows where AI meaningfully reduces effort, and note the current limitations of autonomous AI agents. The conversation provides inspiration for those exploring AI as a tool for building valuable digital products and services.

18:20

Understanding ChatGPT Memory & Audio Setup

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2025/11/10

Paul examines how ChatGPT handles memory — across sessions, projects, and canonical blocks — and why understanding memory layers can make workflows smoother. He also walks through lessons from his recent audio-recording setup and reflects on ChatGPT's evolving capabilities, boundaries, and best-practice patterns when working on complex tasks.

11:29

Talking to AI — ChatGPT's Voices & Accents: A...

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2025/10/31

Paul Ayling chats with ChatGPT about the art of voice — accents, tones, and styles — testing how flexible and expressive AI conversation can be. From Norwegian to Australian, from formal to playful, this episode captures the joy and humor of exploring what it means to "talk to AI."

34:48

Talking to AI — Setting Up Audio: When AI Meets...

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2025/10/30

Paul Ayling recounts a two-day deep dive into configuring a complex podcast setup linking ChatGPT, Grok, and multiple devices. From feedback loops and virtual drivers to the moment he realized the task was impossible with current hardware, this episode reveals what happens when curiosity meets complexity.

23:44

How Banks Really Create Money: Mortgages, Bonds, and...

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2025/10/29

Paul explores how banks truly create money through mortgages and fractional reserve banking. Learn how banks securitize loans, what "mortgage-backed securities" really are, and how fractional reserves expand the money supply. A clear, fascinating deep dive into the world of modern banking.

29:29

Can AI Be a Dungeon Master? Playing Dungeons &...

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2025/10/28

Paul returns to the world of Dungeons & Dragons — this time with an unusual companion: ChatGPT as the Dungeon Master. From rolling stats and slashing enemies to debugging prompts mid-battle, this episode captures both the chaos and charm of experimenting with AI in creative storytelling. Can a language model really manage rules, characters, and combat — or does it fumble the dice? Tune in for laughter, learning, and a glimpse into the future of gaming with artificial intelligence guiding the

34:39

When Logic Isn't Logical: Can AI Fix a Music Mess?

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2025/10/27

Composer Mark joins Paul to fix a Logic Pro file disaster — with help from ChatGPT. From missing audio files to folder chaos, they explore what happens when AI tries to solve real-world music production problems. A candid, funny look at creativity, tech hiccups, and asking better questions with AI.

29:26

The Prisoner’s Dilemma: A hat with ChatGPT

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2025/10/24

In this episode of Talking to AI, Paul explores The Prisoner’s Dilemma — one of the most powerful ideas in Game Theory. Together with AI, he examines how this simple two-player thought experiment explains real-world challenges like climate cooperation, business competition, and digital trust systems. You’ll discover how governments and tech designers use incentives to reshape behavior — and why some “solutions” to the dilemma can backfire. From reputation scoring to carbon credits, this episode

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