The AI Chopping Block
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<p>Learn what works in AI right now and future-proof your business or your career so you don't end up on the AI chopping block.<br><br>Right now, AI is used for less than 1% of the problems it can solve. We're here to change that.<br><br>Every week, we interview industry insiders & the builders behind game-changing AI-powered companies to uncover practical insights you can implement in your business or career to get ahead.<br><br>Hosted by David Stepania with tech veterans Ben Smokovic & Derek Skinnell, these conversations cut through the hype to show how real businesses are leveraging AI's untapped potential.</p>
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- What is The AI Chopping Block?
<p>Learn what works in AI right now and future-proof your business or your career so you don't end up on the AI chopping block.<br><br>Right now, AI is used for less than 1% of the problems it can solve. We're here to change that.<br><br>Every week, we interview industry insiders & the builders behind game-changing AI-powered companies to uncover practical insights you can implement in your business or career to get ahead.<br><br>Hosted by David Stepania with tech veterans Ben Smokovic & Derek Skinnell, these conversations cut through the hype to show how real businesses are leveraging AI's untapped potential.</p> - 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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