PODCAST

Talking to AI

Paul Ayling

Audio conversation with AI chatbots

technology management

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19:36

Understanding LLMs: How They Work

Talking to AI ·

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...

Talking to AI ·

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...

Talking to AI ·

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

23:35

Do Banks Really Lend You Money? The Hidden Truth...

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2025/10/23

In this episode of Talking to AI, Paul takes on one of the most misunderstood topics in modern finance — how mortgages actually work. Is your bank really lending you its own money? Or is something deeper going on behind the scenes? Paul sits down with AI to uncover the mechanics of money creation, securitization, and how banks transform your promise to pay into tradable assets. It’s a fascinating dive into the invisible engine that powers home ownership — and how the housing market ties into the

29:31

Can AI Power the Future—or Drain It? Grok, Energy,...

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2025/10/23

How much energy does it take to power intelligence? Paul challenges Grok to calculate the real-world cost of AI—from a single chat to global data-center demand. What follows is a revealing look at electricity, coal, solar, and nuclear—and what happens when smart machines outpace our grids. A sharp, surprising, and deeply relevant episode on technology’s growing hunger for power.

17:39

Learn Norwegian with AI – Part 2: From Phrases to...

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2025/10/22

In this episode, Paul continues his Norwegian language adventure — but this time, it’s all about real conversation. Part 2 of Learn Norwegian with AI captures the spontaneous, sometimes challenging, but always entertaining process of using AI as a language partner. If you’re curious how AI can actually help you speak a new language naturally, not just memorize words, this is a must-listen. A fun and insightful dive into personal AI language learning

What happens when you try to play a game with...

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2025/10/21

In this episode, Paul brings a playful twist to Talking to AI by challenging ChatGPT to a few classic games — first a card game experiment, then a round of the timeless “Animal, Mineral, or Vegetable.” What starts as a simple idea quickly becomes an exploration of how AI handles rules, reasoning, and even the unexpected moments of human humor that make games so fun. From logical deduction to quick wit, Paul tests just how well AI can adapt to spontaneous gameplay — and what it reveals about how we

13:21

Getting More Productive with ChatGPT’s Interface

Talking to AI ·

2025/10/20

In this short and insightful chat, Paul dives into the hidden corners of the ChatGPT interface to uncover how to get more done — faster. Learn how “Projects” keep conversations connected, “Libraries” store your go-to resources, and “GPTs” act as custom AIs for specific workflows. If you’ve ever wondered how to make ChatGPT a true productivity partner, this episode’s for you. For show notes and more, visit www.talkingtoai.show

Can You Debate with an AI? My First Real Argument...

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2025/10/17

Can AI really hold its own in a debate? Paul challenges ChatGPT to a formal, timed discussion on whether cities should invest more in public parks or public transport. The result is part experiment, part entertainment — and a glimpse into how structure, logic, and a touch of humor shape human–AI dialogue.

Can AI Teach You a Language? Learning Norwegian with...

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2025/10/15

Can ChatGPT really help you learn a new language? Paul puts it to the test — creating a live Norwegian lesson with AI. Together, they explore pronunciation, translation, and how ChatGPT adapts to feedback. A thoughtful, funny, and surprisingly human look at how people and AI learn together.

The Quest for Silence: AI and the Science of Blocking...

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2025/10/14

Can ChatGPT help you sleep through a crying baby? Paul puts AI to the test — asking how to block baby noises while staying comfortable. The conversation unpacks the real science behind earplugs, earmuffs, and noise-cancelling tech, separating myths from reality. A surprising and practical episode about sound, sleep, and the strange new ways we rely on AI.

Inside ChatGPT’s Mind: Why AI Hesitates, Evades, and...

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2025/10/13

Why does ChatGPT sometimes hesitate, evade, or sound too careful? In this live uncut episode, Paul explores the principles that shape AI’s responses — from safety to uncertainty — revealing what really happens behind the curtain of intelligent conversation. Learn how to phrase smarter prompts and understand the psychology of talking to machines.

AI helps me make sense of scientific evidence

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2025/10/10

In this episode, I step back to ask a big, foundational question: what exactly is science, and how do we judge the quality of evidence? Before diving into future conversations on scientific topics, I wanted to better understand the scientific process itself. With the AI, I explore the hierarchy of studies—from gold-standard randomized controlled trials, to cohort and case-control studies, all the way down to case reports. Along the way, we look at real-world examples and unpack the strengths and

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