Where founders, product leaders, and operators come to sharpen their edge. Led by Oji Udezue, Ezinne Udezue, and Ted Yang, veteran leaders from Microsoft, Twitter, Atlassian, WP Engine, Calendly, and Typeform, we bring decades of experience building and scaling companies. In our candid “workout sessions,” we trade survival strategies, unpack trends, and share the lessons behind building products, teams, and companies that succeed.
Here, you’ll hear what most leaders only talk about behind closed doors: the messy middle of building, leading, and navigating change in an AI-native world.
In our newest (non)podcast episode, the team dives into the controversy surrounding Anthropic's latest AI model and the questions it raised almost immediately after its release.
Why did it spark conversations about regulation, national security, and the future of AI? From safety concerns to global competition, we unpack what's happening behind the headlines...and what it could mean for businesses, builders, and everyday users.
The mask has fallen.
14 May 2026
The End of Clicking
After returning from South America and celebrating his 50th birthday, Product Mind partner Ted Yang joins Oji and Ezinne for a fast-moving conversation on the future of AI and work.
Together, they explore the rise of AI agents, the slow disappearance of traditional productivity interfaces, and why tools like email, PowerPoint, and search may soon operate quietly in the background.
The episode also gets into the wild side of AI right now, from the mystery and hype around models like Mythos to Microsoft Copilot’s identity crisis, facial authentication, government access, and the very real question of who will control the next era of intelligence.
14 Apr 2026
So… AI Just Leaked. Inside Claude, Mythos & What’s Next
So… AI just leaked.
Join Ezinne and Oji from ProductMind as they break down what happened, why it matters, and what it means for Claude, Mythos, and the future of AI.
27 Mar 2026
The Future of AI: Power, Strategy, and Ethical Challenges
AI is no longer just about technology, it’s about who leads, who controls, and what comes next. In this conversation, we break down how geopolitics, leadership decisions, and market pressure are shaping the future of artificial intelligence.
From Anthropic’s tensions with the U.S. military to the strategic moves by OpenAI, Meta, and Microsoft, we explore how power, principles, and competition are redefining the AI landscape.
We also dive into what’s coming next: self-improving systems, long-term memory, and autonomous AI agents, and how these shifts will impact businesses, creators, and the way humans work with machines.
26 Mar 2026
How to Use AI for Peak Performance (Not Just Productivity)
In today's Chop Session the team explores how AI democratizes access to knowledge, enhances peak performance, and transforms work and education. Oji, Ezinne and Ted discuss principles for leveraging AI effectively, the importance of judgment, aiming, flow, and the role of humans as conductors of AI orchestras.Ted also discusses his new book, Ageless Peak Performance: The Playbook for AI-Powered Excellence.
10 Feb 2026
Your AI Is Getting Worse (And No One Told You)
Today Oji, Ezinne and Ted talk about the phenomenon of foundational model degradation, particularly focusing on the Claude and Opus models.
They explore the implications of this degradation for software development, emphasizing the need for risk mitigation strategies such as SLAs and model abstraction.
The ProductMind partners also touch on the concept of 'rented intelligence' and the importance of memory portability in LLMs.
21 Jan 2026
The Rise of the Hyper Creator: Navigating AI's Impact on Product Management
In this CHOP session, Oji, Ezinne, and Ted talk about what’s really changing in product management as AI reshapes how work gets done. They dig into the rise of the “hyper creator,” why traditional roles are shifting, and what it means when one person can now do what used to take a whole team.
If you’re wondering where you fit in this new world, this one’s for you.
14 Jan 2026
The AI Race Has No Winner (Claude, OpenAI, NVIDIA, AMD)
In today's podcast Oji, Ted and Ezinne talk about the latest developments in AI and technology, focusing on the rise of Claude as a competitor to OpenAI, the hardware landscape at CES, and the implications of AI on the job market.
They discuss the shifting dynamics in the AI space, the importance of adapting workflows to integrate AI, and the future of resources as society transitions from oil to rare metals.
Stick around till the end, Ezinne drops a hot🔥 take on the metaverse you won’t hear anywhere else.
16 Nov 2025
AI is the new natural resource
Today Oji, Ezinne and Ted talk about the implications of the AI gold rush, comparing it to historical resource booms.
They explore the economic effects of AI on various sectors, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach to technology that addresses real-world problems.
11 Nov 2025
When AI Distorts the Economy: A Halloween Reality Check
In this Halloween edition of our ProductMind podcast, Oji, Ezinne and Ted discuss the unsettling impact of AI on the economy, job losses, and the inflationary pressures affecting various sectors.
They explore the distortion caused by AI in the venture capital landscape and the need for responsible leadership to address these challenges.
2 Nov 2025
Understanding AI's Impact on Business
In this ProductMind Podcast workout session, Oji and Ted break down two major AI research studies from MIT and Wharton with opposing results on AI ROI and enterprise productivity. They explore what these findings mean for business leaders, middle management, and the evolving AI workforce. Plus insights on Amazon layoffs, Meta’s AI strategy, and how companies can navigate the next phase of AI adoption.
18 Oct 2025
The Future of Conversational UI
In this latest 'workout session' Ezinne is traveling in Africa but Oji and Ted discuss the latest developments in AI, particularly focusing on OpenAI's new SDK and its implications for conversational user interfaces.
They explore the evolution of UI design, the role of platforms like Coursera in education, the shifting landscape of branding in the age of AI and more!
4 Oct 2025
Understanding AI's Economic Impact
In today's workout session, Oji, Ezinne and Ted analyze a recent OpenAI study that compares the performance of AI models with human professionals across various occupations. The trio discuss the implications of the study's findings, the importance of establishing standards for AI evaluation, and the skepticism surrounding the methodology used. They also talk about the potential economic impact of AI on job displacement and the necessity for a nuanced understanding of AI's role in the workforce.
27 Sept 2025
AI Slop: Some Quick Takes
In today's workout session Oji and Ted offer their quick takes about the implications of artificial intelligence (AI) on productivity. They hone in on the concept of 'AI slop' (the use of generative AI tools that produce subpar work). They also hash out their thoughts on the surprising adoption of AI in low-income markets, the importance of encouraging women in tech, and the financial dynamics surrounding AI investments, including the rise of billionaires in the AI space.
18 Sept 2025
The Truth Behind the AI Buzz
In this work out session Ted, Oji and Ezinne discuss the current state of AI hype, the ambition behind OpenAI's strategies, and the importance of ecosystem thinking in technology. They explore the role of design and user experience, the challenges of trust and privacy in AI, and the need for governance and collaboration in the industry. The conversation highlights the complexities of control in AI and the necessity for a fair arbiter to guide innovation. Ultimately, they emphasize the importance of building trust and creating a seamless user experience in the future of AI.
29 Aug 2025
AI Hype Bubble
Oji, Ezinne and Ted discuss the current state of the AI hype cycle, emphasizing the importance of understanding value creation, the role of investors and enterprises, and navigating the disillusionment phase.
They explore the lessons learned from past tech bubbles and the significance of operational efficiency in AI implementation.
The discussion also highlights the major players in the AI landscape, particularly Microsoft and OpenAI, and offers advice for navigating the evolving AI landscape.
26 Aug 2025
How do the best Product Managers spend their time?
On this episode of the PM podcast, Oji, Ezinne and Ted chat about how earlier career PMs should allocate their time as the product development cycle unfolds.
This conversation delves into the multifaceted role of product managers, exploring how they allocate their time, the importance of coordination among teams, and the challenges of managing burnout.
The discussion also highlights the impact of AI on product management workflows and anticipates future trends in the field.
21 Aug 2025
Vibe coding + Vibe PMing
Today, Oji, Ezinne and Ted discuss vibe coding - and how it plugs into the rest of the product development cycle.
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