Is All Generative AI Bad? Part 2: Unpacking Automation and AI with Gail Fraser
Today, I'm joined by Gail Fraser for part two of my anti-Ai series!
Gail Fraser is the founder of Worksimple, your resident anti-AI systems girlie, and operations fairy godmother for creatives & wedding vendors! She helps creative entrepreneurs reconnect to the passion that made them start their business in the first place, by finding, implementing, and optimizing the tools they need to make running their business fun again. From fixing your most hated workflow in one week in a Systems Sprint, to guiding you through your Dubsado or HoneyBook build in her done-with-you program Booked & Unbothered, or tackling your most daunting systems project--she's gonna bring the party and joy back into your business without losing the humanity.
You can find Gail and more of her content below!
Website: https://worksimple.io (https://worksimple.io/)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worksimple.io (https://www.instagram.com/worksimple.io)
Threads: https://www.threads.com/worksimple.io (https://www.threads.com/worksimple.io)
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/worksimpleio (https://www.pinterest.com/worksimpleio)
18 May 2026
Is All AI Bad? Breaking Down Artificial Intelligence and The AI Bubble
Hello hello! I'm Carly Civello and I'm a talking person. In today's episode, we talk about all things AI and break down the looming "AI bubble." Does this bubble resemble the 2008 economic collapse in the US? Why are data centers outpacing their demand? And at the heart of this episode: is all AI bad?
27 Apr 2026
The Talking Person Podcast Return
We're back! And better than ever? Let's dive into why I left, why I'm back now, and what's next for this podcast.
18 Aug 2025
Chronic Illness, Neurodivergence, and Entrepreneurship with Randi Pullar
Host interviews Randi Pullar, cozy business coach and chronic illness advocate, discussing remote work, comfort, creativity, and healthcare advocacy.
28 Jul 2025
The Power of Storytelling, Coming Out, and Lucid Dreaming with Kalyl Kadri
Kalyl Kadri explores the profound impact of storytelling, recounts dramatic coming out experiences, and delves into the realm of lucid dreaming, emphasizing the power and potential harm of words in this interview.
21 Jul 2025
Creativity, Journalism, and Staying COVID-Informed with Paige Ray
Paige Ray discusses the impact of COVID-19 on creative fields, wedding photography, and the state of journalism on social media in this interview.
7 Jul 2025
Navigating the Literary World and the Importance of Queer Joy with Ace Howlen
Ace Howlen discusses navigating the literary world as a queer educator and emphasizes the importance of queer representation in media in an interview with the host.
30 Jun 2025
FNAF Theories, Fascism, and Freelancing with Kim Lech
Kim Lech discusses Five Nights at Freddy's theories, fascist governments, and freelancing as a designer in a wide-ranging interview.
23 Jun 2025
The Best 2024 Movies and Exploring Gender Identity in Film with Kai Civello
Kai Civello shares favorite 2024 films, including "The Substance" and "I Saw the TV Glow," and explores themes of gender identity and representation in media in this interview episode.
16 Jun 2025
Unmasking Women in the Workplace and Autistic Parenting with Denea Marable
Denea Marable discusses the challenges neurodivergent women face in corporate America and the importance of clear communication while autistic parenting in this interview episode.
9 Jun 2025
Intersectionality, Religion, and Chronic Illness with Nasiyah Isra-UI
Nasiyah Isra-UI discusses intersectionality, religion, and chronic illness, highlighting the importance of inclusive spaces for self-expression in this interview with the host.
2 Jun 2025
AITA Wedding Edition: MIL Drama, Bridesmaid Dresses, and Divorce
The hosts explore Reddit's wedding-related "Am I the Asshole?" scenarios, dissecting bridesmaid dress dilemmas, mother-in-law conflicts, and even divorce cases.
26 May 2025
Theater Kids, Empowering Women, and The Power of Empathy with Rachel Kordell
Host interviews Rachel Kordell, actress and film producer, about her journey into acting, the impact of social media on community building, and creating art in response to political challenges.
19 May 2025
Life Lately, Democracy in Action, and Building Community on Threads
I'm Carly Civello and I'm a talking person! A shorter, solo episode for me today as I dive into where I've been the last two weeks, democracy in the US, and how I've been building community on Threads.
28 Apr 2025
London Fashion Calling: Sustainability, Fatphobia, and Protecting Trans People with Emma Webster
Today, Emma and I chat about all things wedding dress shopping, fatphobia, internalized misogyny, and more! As a sustainable fashion designer in London, Emma has a unique perspective on the fast fashion industry and how fatphobia has shaped the women of our generation. She emphasizes the importance of self-expression through fashion and the role of sustainable fashion in creating a more inclusive environment for all body types.
As a plus-size, queer woman, I was thrilled to talk with Emma and discuss all these topics and more. She has a new collection launching on Haus Dahlia soon, so check out her work! (https://hausdahlia.com/en-us)
21 Apr 2025
The Art of Collaboration, Gamer Girls, and How The Design Industry is Changing with Monica Reeves
I'm Carly Civello and I'm a Talking Person! Today, I'm talking with Monica Reeves (@monicaokami) about the world of motion design, the creative process behind the 36 Days of Type challenge, and the tools that shape our artistic endeavors.
We chat about the importance of collaboration, the challenges of client relationships, and the evolving landscape of video content.
We also get into design trends, particularly the current 'beige wave,' and how cultural influences shape creative choices. We're a couple of creatives navigating the complexities of our craft.
One correction: In this episode, it was said that the movie Flow was made with a small budget of a million dollars, but it was actually around $3.7 million. This was a significant contrast to the budgets of some of its Golden Globe competitors, which ranged from $78 to $200 million.
14 Apr 2025
Welcome to The Talking Person Podcast
My name is Carly Civello and I'm a Talking Person!
Hello and welcome to The Talking Person Podcast! A short first episode for y'all where I talk about my podcast set-up, walk you through my technical difficulties in recording the first episode, and share my dream for the future of this show.
Stick around for many awesome guests starting in May!
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Randi Pullar
Kalyl Kadri
Paige Ray
Ace Howlen
Kim Lech
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9,016
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3.5 / 5
13 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 47 / 100
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Engagement
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