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by Michelle MaBelle

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This is your go-to spot for all things Artificial Intelligence — the good, bad, hairy, and scary. If you're a human interested in or terrified of AI or a business leader hoping to leverage AI in an responsible way - you're in the right spot. I'm Michelle - real person, Midwestern Mama, AI ethicist, and business strategist that's obsessed with AI and humanity. Join me to explore the thrilling, thorny space between possibility and responsibility—where you’ll hear real stories, bold questions, and practical insights to help you lead, create, and live wisely in an AI-driven world.

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April 14, 2026

The Intelligence Age vs. The Human Veto: Bunkers, Firebombs, and the Data Center Revolt

In this episode, Michelle explores what happens when "Industrial Policy" meets a public that hasn't signed off on the plan. This past weekend, the tech world was shaken by two separate attacks on OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s home—acts of violence fueled by a rising tide of "existential anxiety." But while Silicon Valley is busy drafting a 13-page dream for a new economy, the people in towns like Festus, Missouri are showing up at the ballot box to say "not in my backyard."From the fine print of the "Industrial Policy for the Intelligence Age" to the historic ousting of local city council members, we are looking at the massive disconnect between nearly-trillionaire power and the people who actually pay the bills. Why are 80% of Americans pushing back? And why are some of the wealthiest men on the planet operating with more power than governments but zero public oversight? It’s time to talk about the trust gap that no bunker can fix.In this episode you'll learn:<ul><li>The Unrest at the Gates: A report on the security incidents at Sam Altman’s residence and the fear-driven motivations identified by police.</li><li>The 2026 Blueprint: A simple breakdown of Sam Altman’s policy paper—from "Public Wealth Funds" to the massive expansion of the energy grid.</li><li>The Power Gap: How the world's AI leaders have more wealth than 100 different countries, yet face almost no global rules.</li><li>The Missouri Uprising: How a small town successfully revolted against a $6 billion data center deal, resulting in lawsuits, firings, and an impeachment campaign.</li><li>The Human Veto: Why 8 out of 10 people are "anxious" about AI and how that is shifting the political landscape in 2026.</li></ul>Let's get into it.

April 7, 2026

Coding without a laptop or Wifi? Chidi Nwaogu is bridging the global AI divide

We’ve all heard that "code is the new literacy," but what happens when the "books" require a thousand-dollar laptop and high-speed fiber? For millions of aspiring builders in emerging markets, the barrier to entry isn't talent—it's infrastructure.In this episode, I’m sitting down with Chidi Nwaogu, the visionary behind Efiwe. Chidi is flipping the script on tech education by proving you don't need a MacBook or even a Wi-Fi signal to master JavaScript. We dive into the ethical urgency of "mobile-first" engineering, how Efiwe uses offline AI to act as a personal tutor in 189 different languages, and why true AI inclusion means building for the person with a $50 smartphone, not just the one in Silicon Valley.We discuss:<ul><li>The Offline Revolution: How Efiwe’s AI models function without an internet connection.</li><li>Breaking the Language Barrier: Why supporting 189 languages is the key to global AI equity.</li><li>Radical Accessibility: Why voice and sign-language integration shouldn't be "extra features."</li></ul>Is AI widening the global inequality gap, or is it the tool that finally closes it? Let’s find out.

March 19, 2026

The Soldier in the Server: When AI Bots Put on the Uniform

In this episode, Michelle pulls back the curtain on the most high-stakes shift in the 2026 AI landscape: the militarization of our favorite chatbots. We’ve moved past simple garden planners and email assistants into the era of "Uniformed Agents"—AI models that have traded their civilian "safety red lines" for Department of Defense contracts and secret military networks.While these tools are being framed as the ultimate "Digital Shield," they are also creating a massive "Agency Crisis." From the shocking moment Anthropic was labeled a “supply chain risk” for refusing to budge on their "red lines," Michelle explores why trading "safety" for "speed" on the battlefield might be the most dangerous shortcut we've ever taken.In this episode, you’ll learn:<ul><li>The "All-Seeing Eye": A breakdown of how 2026 surveillance uses AI that never blinks, removing the human ability to "disappear" from satellite or street-level tracking.</li><li>Edge Deployment & Drone Swarms: How "Agentic" bots make split-second decisions inside the hardware itself, and what happens when they lose their connection but keep their "goal."</li><li>The Missing Link: Why the "Art of War" requires human nuance, mercy, and instinct—and how robot logic threatens the very soul of global stability.</li></ul>Let's get into it.

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What is prompt me maybe?: This is your go-to spot for all things Artificial Intelligence — the good, bad, hairy, and scary. If you're a human interested in or terrified of AI or a business leader hoping to leverage AI in an responsible way - you're in the right spot.

I'm Michelle - real person, Midwestern Mama, AI ethicist, and business strategist that's obsessed with AI and humanity.

Join me to explore the thrilling, thorny space between possibility and responsibility—where you’ll hear real stories, bold questions, and practical insights to help you lead, create, and live wisely in an AI-driven world.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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