<![CDATA[AI to Go Podcast I Real Talk on Enterprise AI]]>Let's be honest: Enterprise AI has a trust problem. Vendors overpromise. Buyers overthink. Pilots die in silence. And everyone's too polite - or too scared - to say what actually went wrong.

AI to Go is the Enterprise AI podcast that breaks the silence. Every episode is an honest, no-BS conversation between the people building AI and the people buying it inside large organizations - about what actually works, what quietly fails, and why most AI pilots never make it to production.

I'm Johannes Deubener, an AI Implementation Lead at Deutsche Telekom based out of San Francisco. As a former marketplace founder who spent years helping sellers find buyers, I've been on both sides of the table. Now I'm the person inside the enterprise evaluating which AI vendors to pilot and put into production.

That dual perspective shapes every conversation on this show.

Each week, I sit down with AI startup founders, enterprise leaders, investors, and AI ecosystem experts for real talk about:

→ Why most enterprise AI pilots fail - and the few things that make the difference between production and purgatory

→ How enterprise buying decisions actually get made (spoiler: it's not how vendors think)

→ How to navigate complex stakeholder setups across the enterprise

→ The fears and frustrations that both sides need to say out loud

→ How AI vendors can design pitches, demos, and pilots that actually survive contact with a real enterprise

AI founders and enterprise leaders are both short on time and drowning in hype. AI to Go exists because your scarcest resources - time, attention, and focus - deserve better than the FOMO-fueled AI podcasts telling you the sky is falling or rising every week.

The mission is simple: create mutual understanding between enterprise AI buyers and sellers so we can stop wasting each other's time and start building AI deployments that actually work for both sides.

New episodes every Tuesday. Subscribe so you don't miss one.

🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/

]]>https://www.youtube.com/@AIToGoPodcastRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:30:43 GMTMon, 17 Nov 2025 23:29:32 GMT60AI To Go<p>Let's be honest: Enterprise AI has a trust problem. Vendors overpromise. Buyers overthink. Pilots die in silence. And everyone's too polite - or too scared - to say what actually went wrong.</p><p></p><p>AI to Go is the Enterprise AI podcast that breaks the silence. Every episode is an honest, no-BS conversation between the people building AI and the people buying it inside large organizations - about what actually works, what quietly fails, and why most AI pilots never make it to production.</p><p></p><p>I'm Johannes Deubener, an AI Implementation Lead at Deutsche Telekom based out of San Francisco. As a former marketplace founder who spent years helping sellers find buyers, I've been on both sides of the table. Now I'm the person inside the enterprise evaluating which AI vendors to pilot and put into production.</p><p></p><p>That dual perspective shapes every conversation on this show.</p><p></p><p>Each week, I sit down with AI startup founders, enterprise leaders, investors, and AI ecosystem experts for real talk about:</p><p>→ Why most enterprise AI pilots fail - and the few things that make the difference between production and purgatory</p><p>→ How enterprise buying decisions actually get made (spoiler: it's not how vendors think)</p><p>→ How to navigate complex stakeholder setups across the enterprise</p><p>→ The fears and frustrations that both sides need to say out loud</p><p>→ How AI vendors can design pitches, demos, and pilots that actually survive contact with a real enterprise</p><p>AI founders and enterprise leaders are both short on time and drowning in hype. AI to Go exists because your scarcest resources - time, attention, and focus - deserve better than the FOMO-fueled AI podcasts telling you the sky is falling or rising every week.</p><p></p><p>The mission is simple: create mutual understanding between enterprise AI buyers and sellers so we can stop wasting each other's time and start building AI deployments that actually work for both sides.</p><p></p><p>New episodes every Tuesday. Subscribe so you don't miss one.</p><p></p><p>🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</p>episodicAI To Goaitogopodcast@gmail.comno<![CDATA[This Founder Said No to 90% of the Market - and Won. How to Build Your Enterprise Niche]]>Most AI founders try to sell to everyone. Chris Carter said no to more than 90% of the software enterprise market - and built two successful enterprise companies from that single decision.

Chris Carter (Chairman & CEO of Approyo, Founder of Mugatu AI) has started 11 companies, sold several, and managed a bankruptcy. In this episode, he breaks down how AI founders should pick their enterprise niche and ecosystem, how to be successful in Enterprise, and which Scotch to pick for your first closed Enterprise AI deal.

Timestamps
01:02 What Chris saw in SAP HANA in 2013 that everyone else missed
02:58 Why he said no to 90% of the market
04:59 Which platforms should you embed into before it's obvious?
05:34 Mugatu AI: Why he's building an AI security layer for enterprises
11:56 How to validate startup ideas using AI (Gemini as your thought partner)
15:23 Several exits, one bankruptcy: The failure that shaped everything
18:26 His 20% Rule: Never let one client exceed 20% of your revenue
20:10 Train first, find the champion, sell top-down: The enterprise implementation framework
22:25 How to find and cultivate an internal champion before your pilot starts
23:43 The biggest gap AI founders have when building for enterprise
25:42 How to instantly build credibility in an enterprise room (Chris's top 4 list)
29:19 Behind closed doors: The most broken SAP implementation Chris ever inherited
33:25 Why AI pilots die in procurement
36:10 Managing the tension between your internal champion and the C-suite
36:56 The middle management trap

44:07 SAP in 5 years
45:48 Scotch pick for your first enterprise deal closed

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Connect with Johannes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/

Read Johannes' Newsletter "Inside Enterprise AI": https://johannesdeubener.substack.com/

Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-carter-885159/

Check out Approyo: https://approyo.com/

Check Out Mugatu AI: https://mugatuai.com/

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]]>a7ec5117-d035-42a7-bbe6-fe575e32dfeeTue, 05 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>Most AI founders try to sell to everyone. Chris Carter said no to more than 90% of the software enterprise market - and built two successful enterprise companies from that single decision.</p><p>Chris Carter (Chairman &amp; CEO of Approyo, Founder of Mugatu AI) has started 11 companies, sold several, and managed a bankruptcy. In this episode, he breaks down how AI founders should pick their enterprise niche and ecosystem, how to be successful in Enterprise, and which Scotch to pick for your first closed Enterprise AI deal.</p><p></p><p><b>Timestamps</b><br /><code>01:02</code> What Chris saw in SAP HANA in 2013 that everyone else missed<br /><code>02:58</code> Why he said no to 90% of the market<br /><code>04:59</code> Which platforms should you embed into <i>before</i> it's obvious?<br /><code>05:34</code> Mugatu AI: Why he's building an AI security layer for enterprises<br /><code>11:56</code> How to validate startup ideas using AI (Gemini as your thought partner)<br /><code>15:23</code> Several exits, one bankruptcy: The failure that shaped everything<br /><code>18:26</code> His 20% Rule: Never let one client exceed 20% of your revenue<br /><code>20:10</code> Train first, find the champion, sell top-down: The enterprise implementation framework<br /><code>22:25</code> How to find and cultivate an internal champion before your pilot starts<br /><code>23:43</code> The biggest gap AI founders have when building for enterprise<br /><code>25:42</code> How to instantly build credibility in an enterprise room (Chris's top 4 list)<br /><code>29:19</code> Behind closed doors: The most broken SAP implementation Chris ever inherited<br /><code>33:25</code> Why AI pilots die in procurement<br /><code>36:10</code> Managing the tension between your internal champion and the C-suite<br /><code>36:56</code> The middle management trap</p><p><code>44:07</code> SAP in 5 years<br /><code>45:48</code> Scotch pick for your first enterprise deal closed</p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>Connect with Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</b></a></p><p>Read Johannes' Newsletter "Inside Enterprise AI": <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://johannesdeubener.substack.com/" target="_blank">https://johannesdeubener.substack.com/</a></p><p>Follow Chris on LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-carter-885159/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-carter-885159/</a></p><p>Check out Approyo: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://approyo.com/" target="_blank">https://approyo.com/</a></p><p>Check Out Mugatu AI: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://mugatuai.com/" target="_blank">https://mugatuai.com/</a></p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>More about AI To Go: I Real Talk on Enterprise AI</p><p>✨ Watch more Episodes on YouTube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw</a><br />✨ Listen on Apple Podcasts: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458</a></p><p>✨ Listen on Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK</a><br />✨ Receive all Podcast Updates on LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a></p>no00:47:11213This Founder Said No to 90% of the Market - and Won. How to Build Your Enterprise Nichefull<![CDATA[AI Demo Trap: Client Loved It, Then Ghosted - Why This Keeps Happening]]>Most AI demos never reach production. Here's why - and what to do differently.

Tim Daines, Dubai-based founder of Synaptix Solutions and a 22-year expert of AI, data, and enterprise transformation, breaks down the hard truths founders and enterprise leaders refuse to hear: the real reason AI ROI keeps vanishing, why your data strategy is the actual bottleneck, and shares the strategic lessons that only come from being inside the room when enterprise AI succeeds and when it spectacularly fails.

Whether you're an AI founder trying to crack enterprise sales, an executive navigating AI transformation, or a VC watching portfolio companies struggle to demonstrate ROI - this episode will fundamentally change how you think about AI in production.

⏱️ Timestamps

0:00 Intro
1:15 The Sacrifice Behind Building a Business in Dubai
3:08 Enterprise Maturity in the Gulf
5:30 Dubai as an AI Hub
7:57 Why Relationships Beat a Killer Deck in Dubai
8:55 Why VC AI Portfolio Companies Are Struggling to Demonstrate ROI
9:08 The "Peloton Problem": Why AI Demos Don't Survive Contact With Reality
12:15 What Winning Founders Do Differently
17:42 Minimum Viable Data - The Non-Negotiable Before Any AI Build
19:57 Stop Conflating POC, Pilot & MVP
22:36 The Institutional Knowledge Crisis
26:23 Fast Strategy - Why Traditional Strategy Cycles Are Dangerous in an AI World
32:16 The CFO as the "Adult" in the Room
37:54 Security, Sovereignty & Why IT Must Be in Every AI Room
38:16 Why The Intelligence Integration Layer Is Next
41:22 Where to Find Tim

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Connect with Johannes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/

Read Johannes' Newsletter "Inside Enterprise AI": https://johannesdeubener.substack.com/

Follow Tim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-daines/

Read Tim's Substack: https://productagent.substack.com/

"Fast Strategy" Book: https://www.abebooks.com/9780273712442/Fast-Strategy-Strategic-Agility-Will-0273712446/plp

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]]>3ec0cd66-a7e8-4f65-9c8a-3b993e81697fTue, 07 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p><b>Most AI demos never reach production. Here's why - and what to do differently.</b></p><p>Tim Daines, Dubai-based founder of Synaptix Solutions and a 22-year expert of AI, data, and enterprise transformation, breaks down the hard truths founders and enterprise leaders refuse to hear: the real reason AI ROI keeps vanishing, why your data strategy is the actual bottleneck, and shares the strategic lessons that only come from being inside the room when enterprise AI succeeds <i>and</i> when it spectacularly fails.</p><p></p><p>Whether you're an AI founder trying to crack enterprise sales, an executive navigating AI transformation, or a VC watching portfolio companies struggle to demonstrate ROI - this episode will fundamentally change how you think about AI in production.</p><h2><b>⏱️ Timestamps</b></h2><p>0:00 Intro<br />1:15 The Sacrifice Behind Building a Business in Dubai<br />3:08 Enterprise Maturity in the Gulf<br />5:30 Dubai as an AI Hub <br />7:57 Why Relationships Beat a Killer Deck in Dubai<br />8:55 Why VC AI Portfolio Companies Are Struggling to Demonstrate ROI<br />9:08 The "Peloton Problem": Why AI Demos Don't Survive Contact With Reality<br />12:15 What Winning Founders Do Differently <br />17:42 Minimum Viable Data - The Non-Negotiable Before Any AI Build<br />19:57 Stop Conflating POC, Pilot &amp; MVP<br />22:36 The Institutional Knowledge Crisis<br />26:23 Fast Strategy - Why Traditional Strategy Cycles Are Dangerous in an AI World<br />32:16 The CFO as the "Adult" in the Room<br />37:54 Security, Sovereignty &amp; Why IT Must Be in Every AI Room<br />38:16 Why The Intelligence Integration Layer Is Next<br />41:22 Where to Find Tim</p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>Connect with Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</b></a></p><p>Read Johannes' Newsletter "Inside Enterprise AI": <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://johannesdeubener.substack.com/" target="_blank">https://johannesdeubener.substack.com/</a></p><p>Follow Tim on LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-daines/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-daines/</a></p><p>Read Tim's Substack: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://productagent.substack.com/" target="_blank">https://productagent.substack.com/</a></p><p>"Fast Strategy" Book: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.abebooks.com/9780273712442/Fast-Strategy-Strategic-Agility-Will-0273712446/plp" target="_blank">https://www.abebooks.com/9780273712442/Fast-Strategy-Strategic-Agility-Will-0273712446/plp</a></p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>More about AI To Go: I Real Talk on Enterprise AI</p><p>✨ Watch more Episodes on YouTube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw</a><br />✨ Listen on Apple Podcasts: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458</a></p><p>✨ Listen on Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK</a><br />✨ Receive all Podcast Updates on LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a></p>no00:42:12212AI Demo Trap: Client Loved It, Then Ghosted - Why This Keeps Happeningfull<![CDATA[The AI Vendor Culling Is Coming - Here's How You Survive It | Russ Fradin, Larridin]]>In this conversation, host Johannes Deubener sits down with serial founder Russ Fradin, CEO of Larridin (backed by Andreessen Horowitz). He shares what 30 years of building enterprise companies teaches you about AI adoption, vendor survival, and long-term customer relationships.

We cover the real #1 driver of enterprise churn, why 85% of leaders fear falling behind in the next 18 months, what shadow AI really signals about enterprise adoption, and why teams that build with AI dramatically outperform teams that only summarize.

We go deep on what it actually takes to win in the enterprise - not just to get in the door, but to be one of the AI vendors still standing when the inevitable AI vendor consolidation hits.

Chapters
00:41 - Russ Fradin intro
02:28 - The repeat founder trap
06:01 - The $5M ARR pivot
09:25 - 30 years of enterprise lessons: what AI founders need to know right now
09:30 - The #1 driver of enterprise churn
13:07 - Radical honesty as your competitive moat
15:45 - First-time founder playbook
16:02 - Why free pilots fail - and how to create the right friction from day one
19:09 - How to close the gap from pilot to production
22:53 - The 2026 Enterprise AI Report
26:28 - The coming AI vendor culling
29:30 - What the AI leaders do differently
31:54 - Why IT teams get 10x more from AI
32:11 - The global knowledge workforce retraining experiment
35:27 - Shadow AI: 45% of AI adoption happens outside procurement
38:54 - When tool sprawl becomes organizational waste
41:05 - The power user gap
44:03 - Why HR needs to own AI enablement - not just IT
48:10 - What Larridin actually does: measuring AI productivity across the enterprise
54:27 - "Software eating labor": is AI substituting or augmenting work?
54:42 - Why AI will create more jobs
59:06 - Where to find Russ
59:29 - Outro

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Connect with Johannes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/

Follow Russ: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rfradin/

Check out Larridin: https://larridin.com/

Read the 2026 Enterprise AI Report: https://larridin.com/state-of-enterprise-ai

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]]>13228715-c253-43db-afd6-96d5532961faTue, 24 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>In this conversation, host Johannes Deubener sits down with serial founder Russ Fradin, CEO of Larridin (backed by Andreessen Horowitz). He shares what 30 years of building enterprise companies teaches you about AI adoption, vendor survival, and long-term customer relationships.</p><p>We cover the real #1 driver of enterprise churn, why 85% of leaders fear falling behind in the next 18 months, what shadow AI really signals about enterprise adoption, and why teams that build with AI dramatically outperform teams that only summarize.</p><p>We go deep on what it actually takes to win in the enterprise - not just to get in the door, but to be one of the AI vendors still standing when the inevitable AI vendor consolidation hits.</p><p></p><p><b>Chapters</b><br /><b>00:41</b> - Russ Fradin intro<br /><b>02:28</b> - The repeat founder trap<br /><b>06:01</b> - The $5M ARR pivot<br /><b>09:25</b> - 30 years of enterprise lessons: what AI founders need to know right now<br /><b>09:30</b> - The #1 driver of enterprise churn<br /><b>13:07</b> - Radical honesty as your competitive moat<br /><b>15:45</b> - First-time founder playbook<br /><b>16:02</b> - Why free pilots fail - and how to create the right friction from day one<br /><b>19:09</b> - How to close the gap from pilot to production<br /><b>22:53</b> - The 2026 Enterprise AI Report<br /><b>26:28</b> - The coming AI vendor culling <br /><b>29:30</b> - What the AI leaders do differently<br /><b>31:54</b> - Why IT teams get 10x more from AI<br /><b>32:11</b> - The global knowledge workforce retraining experiment<br /><b>35:27</b> - Shadow AI: 45% of AI adoption happens outside procurement<br /><b>38:54</b> - When tool sprawl becomes organizational waste<br /><b>41:05</b> - The power user gap<br /><b>44:03</b> - Why HR needs to own AI enablement - not just IT<br /><b>48:10</b> - What Larridin actually does: measuring AI productivity across the enterprise<br /><b>54:27</b> - "Software eating labor": is AI substituting or augmenting work?<br /><b>54:42</b> - Why AI will create more jobs<br /><b>59:06</b> - Where to find Russ<br /><b>59:29</b> - Outro</p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>Connect with Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</b></a></p><p>Follow Russ: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rfradin/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/rfradin/</a></p><p>Check out Larridin: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://larridin.com/" target="_blank">https://larridin.com/</a></p><p>Read the 2026 Enterprise AI Report: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://larridin.com/state-of-enterprise-ai" target="_blank">https://larridin.com/state-of-enterprise-ai</a></p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>More about AI To Go: I Real Talk on Enterprise AI</p><p>✨ Watch more Episodes on YouTube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw</a><br />✨ Listen on Apple Podcasts: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458</a></p><p>✨ Listen on Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK</a><br />✨ Receive all Updates on LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a></p>no00:59:51211The AI Vendor Culling Is Coming - Here's How You Survive It | Russ Fradin, Larridinfull<![CDATA[AI Pricing: No Seats, No Tokens – This Founder Charges for Results | Larissa Schneider, Unframe AI]]>Larissa Schneider, Co-Founder & COO of Unframe AI, is building one of Europe's boldest enterprise AI platforms - and she's doing it with outcome-based pricing. No per-seat fees. No token meters. Just measurable business outcomes.

In this episode, host Johannes Deubener sits down with Larissa to unpack why seat-based pricing is killing enterprise AI adoption, how Unframe deploys production-ready AI in under a week using a modular "Lego block" platform, and what it actually takes to tie your revenue to client results.

Larissa shares the real story behind outcome-based pricing - from internal debates to live customer examples - including how they helped one of the world's oldest newspapers cut proofreader onboarding from 2-3 years to nearly instant. She also drops a bold prediction: citizen development and quick DIY AI will die at the enterprise level.

Whether you're an AI founder figuring out your pricing model, an enterprise leader stuck in pilot purgatory, or a CIO evaluating build vs. buy - this episode is packed with practical frameworks you can use today.

⏱️ Chapters:

00:57 - International Background & Leading Global AI Teams

02:17 - Building Company DNA in a Remote-First Culture

02:55 - From Farm Kid to AI Founder

06:49 - What Technologists Miss About AI Adoption

08:37 - The Real Root Cause of Pilot Purgatory

10:10 - Build vs. Buy

12:59 - The Honest AI Strategy Conversation with a CEO

15:33 - Unframe Explained: The Lego Box Analogy

19:29 - Customer Story: Oldest Newspaper in the World Goes AI

21:50 - IP, Blueprints & How Custom AI Solutions Work

23:35 - Pricing: Why Seats & Tokens Are Broken

25:41 - Tying Revenue to Client Results

31:14 - Pricing a Chatbot by Outcomes - A Real Example

33:22 - Preventing Adoption Failure & the Free POC Model

35:01 - How Outcome-Based Pricing Changes Product Development

36:13 - Advice for Founders on Outcome-Based Pricing

38:16 - Outcome-Based Pricing as a Competitive Moat

40:26 - Redesigning Enterprise AI Procurement from Scratch

41:44 - Larissa's Bold Prediction

42:11 - Will AI Make Organizations More Human?

43:01 - Larissa's #1 Advice for Enterprise AI Success

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Follow Larissa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schneiderlarissa/

Check out Unframe AI: https://www.unframe.ai/

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]]>8c38c208-090d-4dc9-bffe-dff822c5f64dTue, 10 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>Larissa Schneider, Co-Founder &amp; COO of Unframe AI, is building one of Europe's boldest enterprise AI platforms - and she's doing it with outcome-based pricing. No per-seat fees. No token meters. Just measurable business outcomes.</p><p></p><p>In this episode, host Johannes Deubener sits down with Larissa to unpack why seat-based pricing is killing enterprise AI adoption, how Unframe deploys production-ready AI in under a week using a modular "Lego block" platform, and what it actually takes to tie your revenue to client results.</p><p></p><p>Larissa shares the real story behind outcome-based pricing - from internal debates to live customer examples - including how they helped one of the world's oldest newspapers cut proofreader onboarding from 2-3 years to nearly instant. She also drops a bold prediction: citizen development and quick DIY AI will die at the enterprise level.</p><p>Whether you're an AI founder figuring out your pricing model, an enterprise leader stuck in pilot purgatory, or a CIO evaluating build vs. buy - this episode is packed with practical frameworks you can use today.</p><p></p><p>⏱️ Chapters:</p><p>00:57 - International Background &amp; Leading Global AI Teams</p><p>02:17 - Building Company DNA in a Remote-First Culture</p><p>02:55 - From Farm Kid to AI Founder</p><p>06:49 - What Technologists Miss About AI Adoption</p><p>08:37 - The Real Root Cause of Pilot Purgatory</p><p>10:10 - Build vs. Buy</p><p>12:59 - The Honest AI Strategy Conversation with a CEO</p><p>15:33 - Unframe Explained: The Lego Box Analogy</p><p>19:29 - Customer Story: Oldest Newspaper in the World Goes AI</p><p>21:50 - IP, Blueprints &amp; How Custom AI Solutions Work</p><p>23:35 - Pricing: Why Seats &amp; Tokens Are Broken</p><p>25:41 - Tying Revenue to Client Results</p><p>31:14 - Pricing a Chatbot by Outcomes - A Real Example</p><p>33:22 - Preventing Adoption Failure &amp; the Free POC Model</p><p>35:01 - How Outcome-Based Pricing Changes Product Development</p><p>36:13 - Advice for Founders on Outcome-Based Pricing</p><p>38:16 - Outcome-Based Pricing as a Competitive Moat</p><p>40:26 - Redesigning Enterprise AI Procurement from Scratch</p><p>41:44 - Larissa's Bold Prediction</p><p>42:11 - Will AI Make Organizations More Human?</p><p>43:01 - Larissa's #1 Advice for Enterprise AI Success</p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>Connect with Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</b></a></p><p>Follow Larissa: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/schneiderlarissa/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/schneiderlarissa/</a></p><p>Check out Unframe AI: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.unframe.ai/" target="_blank">https://www.unframe.ai/</a></p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>More about AI To Go: I Real Talk on Enterprise AI</p><p>✨ Watch more Episodes on YouTube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw</a><br />✨ Listen on Apple Podcasts: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458</a></p><p>✨ Listen on Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK</a><br />✨ Receive all Updates on LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a></p>no00:44:03210AI Pricing: No Seats, No Tokens – This Founder Charges for Results | Larissa Schneider, Unframe AIfull<![CDATA[ The AI Fears Enterprise CEOs Won’t Admit Publicly | Rujuta Singh, Solved Together]]>If you’re an enterprise AI founder, you’ve seen the same pattern: pilots everywhere, ROI nowhere, governance used as a brake, and leaders asking for “hard numbers by next quarter.”

In this episode, Johannes Deubener sits down with Rajuta Singh, Founder & CEO of Solved Together, to unpack why transformation fails (hint: it’s rarely the tech) and how CEOs can break the “AI anxiety loop” with structured experimentation, cross-functional squads, and outcome-first execution. They unpack real boardroom fears around AI - from stalled pilots and 7-figure “science projects” to data roadmaps, legacy systems, and middle managers secretly blocking change.

If you are an AI founder selling into enterprises or an enterprise leader trying to turn AI hype into business outcomes, this conversation gives a 90-day path you can start using immediately.

Chapters

  • 00:04 Welcome + guest intro: Rujuta Singh
  • 00:57 Why people dynamics decide outcomes
  • 02:06 Every company has the same collaboration problem
  • 04:14 Collaboration brain hacks
  • 08:26 Neuroscience of meetings
  • 12:29 “Transformation Reality TV”

CEO Role-Play

  • 16:11 AI as #1 priority for 2026
  • 18:43 Ruthless prioritization: which pilots to kill vs scale
  • 20:23 CFO vs AI team: ROI now vs “compounding later”
  • 23:16 Integrate AI into business strategy
  • 24:35 The Talent Dilemma
  • 27:04 Upskilling Challenge
  • 32:35 Silent sabotage: how to unblock middle managers
  • 37:22 The “AI strategy” all-hands
  • 41:06 Data governance vs speed
  • 43:20 Legacy systems
  • 46:49 First 90 days
  • 49:48 What CEOs miss

Wrap

  • 55:45 Don’t try to keep up
  • 58:04 The Top Leadership Skill
  • 1:00:32 Where to find Rajuta

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]]>2f23dbe1-f35c-4acf-b1a6-46a6f5d774e2Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>If you’re an enterprise AI founder, you’ve seen the same pattern: pilots everywhere, ROI nowhere, governance used as a brake, and leaders asking for “hard numbers by next quarter.”</p><p>In this episode, Johannes Deubener sits down with <b>Rajuta Singh</b>, Founder &amp; CEO of <b>Solved Together</b>, to unpack why transformation fails (hint: it’s rarely the tech) and how CEOs can break the “AI anxiety loop” with structured experimentation, cross-functional squads, and outcome-first execution. They unpack real boardroom fears around AI - from stalled pilots and 7-figure “science projects” to data roadmaps, legacy systems, and middle managers secretly blocking change.</p><p>If you are an AI founder selling into enterprises or an enterprise leader trying to turn AI hype into business outcomes, this conversation gives a 90-day path you can start using immediately.</p><h2>Chapters</h2><ul><li><b>00:04</b> Welcome + guest intro: Rujuta Singh</li><li><b>00:57</b> Why people dynamics decide outcomes</li><li><b>02:06</b> Every company has the same collaboration problem</li><li><b>04:14</b> Collaboration brain hacks</li><li><b>08:26</b> Neuroscience of meetings</li><li><b>12:29</b> “Transformation Reality TV”</li></ul><h3>CEO Role-Play</h3><ul><li><b>16:11</b> AI as #1 priority for 2026</li><li><b>18:43</b> Ruthless prioritization: which pilots to kill vs scale</li><li><b>20:23</b> CFO vs AI team: ROI now vs “compounding later”</li><li><b>23:16</b> Integrate AI into business strategy</li><li><b>24:35</b> The Talent Dilemma</li><li><b>27:04</b> Upskilling Challenge</li><li><b>32:35</b> Silent sabotage: how to unblock middle managers</li><li><b>37:22</b> The “AI strategy” all-hands</li><li><b>41:06</b> Data governance vs speed</li><li><b>43:20</b> Legacy systems</li><li><b>46:49</b> First 90 days</li><li><b>49:48</b> What CEOs miss</li></ul><h3>Wrap</h3><ul><li><b>55:45</b> Don’t try to keep up</li><li><b>58:04</b> The Top Leadership Skill</li><li><b>1:00:32</b> Where to find Rajuta</li></ul><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>Connect with Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</b></a></p><p>Follow Rujuta: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rujutasingh/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/rujutasingh/</a></p><p>Check out Solved Together - AI Accelerator: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.solvedtogether.co.uk/ai-accelerator" target="_blank">https://www.solvedtogether.co.uk/ai-accelerator</a></p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>More about AI To Go: I Real Talk on Enterprise AI</p><p>✨ Watch more Episodes on YouTube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw</a><br />✨ Listen on Apple Podcasts: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458</a></p><p>✨ Listen on Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK</a><br />✨ Receive all Updates on LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a></p>no01:01:1429 The AI Fears Enterprise CEOs Won’t Admit Publicly | Rujuta Singh, Solved Togetherfull<![CDATA[AI Eats Jobs: The #1 Skill You Need to Stay Relevant - with Ted Shelton, Founder Adaptability.com]]>Ted Shelton has seen the AI wave from every angle - partner at Bain, COO at Inflection AI, now founder of adaptability.com and builder of the Personal Agent aalpi.ai. In this episode, Ted and host Johannes Deubener discuss what happens when AI compute becomes a new form of capital that no longer needs human labor.

Ted explains why owners of compute will capture value faster than overall economic growth, how this breaks the 250-year-old relationship between capital and labor, and why “abundance” does not automatically mean broad participation. On individual level, we explore the human skills that actually compound and how you can practice adaptability in this fast-paced world.

Chapters

00:04 Introduction to Ted Shelton

00:56 Public Skepticism Towards Autonomous Vehicles

04:32 The Future of AI Interaction

08:18 Reflections on AI's Evolution

11:59 Transitioning from Pilot to Execution at Scale

14:17 Rebuilding Inflection AI: Insights and Challenges

16:39 The Importance of Data Ownership in AI

19:31 Achieving ROI from AI Initiatives

23:26 Turing trap - Balancing Automation and Augmentation

25:25 AI as a Coordination Mechanism

31:12 Building Adaptability in a Rapidly Changing World

34:19 How to Teach Adaptability as a Meta Skill

36:13 Navigating the Rapid Pace of Technological Change

39:14 The Importance of Human Skills in an AI-Driven World

40:35 Redesigning Work for the Future

43:30 The Economic Bitter Lesson and AI Inequality

47:15 Collective Action and the Need for Adaptability

50:19 Compute Capital: A New Form of Value

53:37 Winners and Losers in the AI Economy

57:32 Rethinking Wealth Distribution in an AI World

01:01:27 Optimism for Future Generations in a Changing World

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]]>33a69244-f610-4b72-91d3-fcabbc4bcb81Tue, 17 Feb 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>Ted Shelton has seen the AI wave from every angle - partner at Bain, COO at Inflection AI, now founder of <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://adaptability.com" target="_blank">adaptability.com</a> and builder of the Personal Agent aalpi.ai. In this episode, Ted and host Johannes Deubener discuss what happens when AI compute becomes a new form of capital that no longer needs human labor.</p><p>Ted explains why owners of compute will capture value faster than overall economic growth, how this breaks the 250-year-old relationship between capital and labor, and why “abundance” does not automatically mean broad participation. On individual level, we explore the human skills that actually compound and how you can practice adaptability in this fast-paced world.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:04 Introduction to Ted Shelton</p><p>00:56 Public Skepticism Towards Autonomous Vehicles</p><p>04:32 The Future of AI Interaction</p><p>08:18 Reflections on AI's Evolution</p><p>11:59 Transitioning from Pilot to Execution at Scale</p><p>14:17 Rebuilding Inflection AI: Insights and Challenges</p><p>16:39 The Importance of Data Ownership in AI</p><p>19:31 Achieving ROI from AI Initiatives</p><p>23:26 Turing trap - Balancing Automation and Augmentation</p><p>25:25 AI as a Coordination Mechanism</p><p>31:12 Building Adaptability in a Rapidly Changing World</p><p>34:19 How to Teach Adaptability as a Meta Skill</p><p>36:13 Navigating the Rapid Pace of Technological Change</p><p>39:14 The Importance of Human Skills in an AI-Driven World</p><p>40:35 Redesigning Work for the Future</p><p>43:30 The Economic Bitter Lesson and AI Inequality</p><p>47:15 Collective Action and the Need for Adaptability</p><p>50:19 Compute Capital: A New Form of Value</p><p>53:37 Winners and Losers in the AI Economy</p><p>57:32 Rethinking Wealth Distribution in an AI World</p><p>01:01:27 Optimism for Future Generations in a Changing World</p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>Don't be shy and come say hi:</p><p>Connect with Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</b></a></p><p>Follow Ted: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tshelton/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/tshelton/</a></p><p>Subscribe to his Newsletter: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/infinite-future-6980527547914534913/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/infinite-future-6980527547914534913/</a></p><p>Check out his privacy-first AI Agent Aalpi: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://aalpi.ai/" target="_blank">https://aalpi.ai/</a></p><p>Check out his Adaptability learning platform: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.adaptability.com/" target="_blank">https://www.adaptability.com/</a></p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>More about AI To Go:</p><p>✨ Watch more Episodes on YouTube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw</a><br />✨ Listen on Apple Podcasts: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458</a></p><p>✨ Listen on Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK</a><br />✨ Receive all Updates on LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a></p>no01:08:0827AI Eats Jobs: The #1 Skill You Need to Stay Relevant - with Ted Shelton, Founder Adaptability.comfull<![CDATA[DOUBLE Your Win Rate in Enterprise Deals with AI + Behavioral Science | Sanchit Garg, Zime AI]]>Why sales playbooks fail and how AI-powered behavioral nudges are doubling win rates at companies like HP, SonicWall, and Versa Networks.

Sanchit Garg, CEO and Co-Founder of Zime AI, joins host Johannes Deubener to reveal why traditional sales playbooks have become shelfware - and how combining generative AI with behavioral science is transforming sales enablement.

With a background in behavioral science, Sanchit now helps enterprise sales teams unlock their winning behaviors using AI that actually understands their GTM, products, and competition.

This conversation will change how you think about sales coaching, AI-driven enablement, and the future of B2B selling.

Chapters

00:00 - Intro Sanchit Garg
00:40 - Meditation as a founder resilience tool
01:08 - From $100M startup to behavioral science
02:30 - Nudge theory explained
04:25 - Why generic AI fails sales teams
06:22 - Sales playbooks: the graveyard of unused materials
09:21 - How Zime builds living AI playbooks in 7 days
12:43 - Behavioral nudges in the sales workflow
18:32 - Doubling win rates: Versa Networks and SonicWall results
23:27 - Top behaviors that separate winning sales reps
27:42 - The AI-native CRO: future of sales leadership
29:06 - How AI resolves sales vs. marketing tensions
33:10 - AI agents vs. human sellers in the funnel
35:23 - The collapse of CRMs and the sales tech stack

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]]>dadb6c33-a8c5-47f1-bf2e-ce6b806e497eTue, 24 Feb 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>Why sales playbooks fail and how AI-powered behavioral nudges are doubling win rates at companies like HP, SonicWall, and Versa Networks.</p><p>Sanchit Garg, CEO and Co-Founder of Zime AI, joins host Johannes Deubener to reveal why traditional sales playbooks have become shelfware - and how combining generative AI with behavioral science is transforming sales enablement.</p><p>With a background in behavioral science, Sanchit now helps enterprise sales teams unlock their winning behaviors using AI that actually understands their GTM, products, and competition.</p><p></p><p>This conversation will change how you think about sales coaching, AI-driven enablement, and the future of B2B selling.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 - Intro Sanchit Garg<br />00:40 - Meditation as a founder resilience tool<br />01:08 - From $100M startup to behavioral science<br />02:30 - Nudge theory explained<br />04:25 - Why generic AI fails sales teams<br />06:22 - Sales playbooks: the graveyard of unused materials<br />09:21 - How Zime builds living AI playbooks in 7 days<br />12:43 - Behavioral nudges in the sales workflow<br />18:32 - Doubling win rates: Versa Networks and SonicWall results<br />23:27 - Top behaviors that separate winning sales reps<br />27:42 - The AI-native CRO: future of sales leadership<br />29:06 - How AI resolves sales vs. marketing tensions<br />33:10 - AI agents vs. human sellers in the funnel<br />35:23 - The collapse of CRMs and the sales tech stack</p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>Connect with Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</b></a></p><p>Follow Sanchit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanchitg/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanchitg/</a></p><p>Check out Zime: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://zime.ai/" target="_blank">https://zime.ai/</a></p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>More about AI To Go: I Real Talk on Enterprise AI</p><p>✨ Watch more Episodes on YouTube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw</a><br />✨ Listen on Apple Podcasts: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458</a></p><p>✨ Listen on Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK</a><br />✨ Receive all Updates on LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a></p>no00:39:3829DOUBLE Your Win Rate in Enterprise Deals with AI + Behavioral Science | Sanchit Garg, Zime AIfull<![CDATA[The Blackbox: Your AI Product Is Quietly Failing (ft. Julien Roux, CRO at Nebuly)]]>Most AI teams are flying blind - they can show you how many people used their AI, but not whether it actually worked.

In this conversation, host Johannes Deubener sits down with Julien Roux, CRO and co-founder of Nebuly (the “Google Analytics for AI”) to unpack what relevant AI Analytics look like.

They explore why treating AI like traditional software (“build it, ship it, forget it”) is a fundamental mistake, and why AI needs to be managed as a living product: launched, observed, and continuously improved based on how people actually use it. Julien explains how most companies still rely on shallow metrics - logins, number of prompts, session duration - and why those can be dangerously misleading. In conversational AI, more usage can mean more frustration, not more value.

Chapters

00:05 Meet Julien Roux
02:23 From Mechanical Engineering to Finance
05:26 What “AI-Powered" Toothbrushes Mean
08:11 AI "Launch-and-Learn" Explained
10:50 From Investor to AI Founder: Why Julien Bet on AI Analytics
13:03 Executives’ Fantasy vs. Employee Reality in AI
16:57 Rocky Waters: Careers, Juniors, and the Future of Work
21:18 Pareto in Practice: Focus on the 10–15% of AI Use Cases That Drive 80% of Value
24:00 Why Traditional Analytics Fail for AI Assistants
29:21 “Google Analytics for AI”: What Nebuly Actually Measures
32:11 Explicit vs. Implicit Feedback in AI Conversations
36:18 100x More Actionable Feedback: The Iveco Case Study
38:50 Fixing AI Quality: Knowledge Bases, RAG, and the 80% Non-Technical Problems
41:16 Mining Business Signals from Customer-Facing AI (Churn, Upsell, Demand)
47:16 From Black Box to ROI: Turning Time Saved into Dollars
51:43 What CFOs Will Ask AI Teams in 2026
56:00 The Future of AI Analytics, Skills, and Infrastructure

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]]>ec9fb27b-2b62-497f-a3ac-adb24e600ff0Tue, 10 Feb 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>Most AI teams are flying blind - they can show you how many people <i>used</i> their AI, but not whether it actually <i>worked</i>.</p><p>In this conversation, host Johannes Deubener sits down with Julien Roux, CRO and co-founder of Nebuly (the “Google Analytics for AI”) to unpack what relevant AI Analytics look like.</p><p>They explore why treating AI like traditional software (“build it, ship it, forget it”) is a fundamental mistake, and why AI needs to be managed as a <b>living product</b>: launched, observed, and continuously improved based on how people actually use it. Julien explains how most companies still rely on shallow metrics - logins, number of prompts, session duration - and why those can be dangerously misleading. In conversational AI, more usage can mean more <i>frustration</i>, not more value.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:05 Meet Julien Roux<br />02:23 From Mechanical Engineering to Finance<br />05:26 What “AI-Powered" Toothbrushes Mean<br />08:11 AI "Launch-and-Learn" Explained<br />10:50 From Investor to AI Founder: Why Julien Bet on AI Analytics<br />13:03 Executives’ Fantasy vs. Employee Reality in AI<br />16:57 Rocky Waters: Careers, Juniors, and the Future of Work<br />21:18 Pareto in Practice: Focus on the 10–15% of AI Use Cases That Drive 80% of Value<br />24:00 Why Traditional Analytics Fail for AI Assistants<br />29:21 “Google Analytics for AI”: What Nebuly Actually Measures<br />32:11 Explicit vs. Implicit Feedback in AI Conversations<br />36:18 100x More Actionable Feedback: The Iveco Case Study<br />38:50 Fixing AI Quality: Knowledge Bases, RAG, and the 80% Non-Technical Problems<br />41:16 Mining Business Signals from Customer-Facing AI (Churn, Upsell, Demand)<br />47:16 From Black Box to ROI: Turning Time Saved into Dollars<br />51:43 What CFOs Will Ask AI Teams in 2026<br />56:00 The Future of AI Analytics, Skills, and Infrastructure</p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>Don't be shy and come say hi:</p><p>Connect with Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</b></a></p><p>Follow Julien: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/julienroux92/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/julienroux92/</a></p><p>Check out Nebuly: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nebuly.com/" target="_blank">https://www.nebuly.com/</a></p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p></p><p>More about AI To Go:</p><p>✨ Watch more Episodes on YouTube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw</a><br />✨ Listen on Apple Podcasts: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458</a></p><p>✨ Listen on Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK</a><br />✨ Receive all Updates on LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a></p>no00:58:1526The Blackbox: Your AI Product Is Quietly Failing (ft. Julien Roux, CRO at Nebuly)full<![CDATA[Enterprise AI Agents: Everything You NEED to Know (ft. Reddy Mallidi, #1 Agent Author)]]>In this episode, host Johannes Deubener meets Reddy Mallidi, a Silicon Valley Expert in Enterprise AI and AI Agents. Reddy discusses the significance of aligning AI initiatives with tangible business outcomes, cautioning against the allure of chasing 'shiny objects' without a clear purpose. Reddy also highlights the role of AI agents in transforming business processes, advocating for a strategic approach to selecting AI use cases that deliver quick wins and long-term value.

The conversation delves into the human aspect of AI, where Reddy draws parallels between his aunt's storytelling skills and the need for effective communication in AI. He stresses the importance of building trust between humans and AI agents, ensuring that AI enhances rather than replaces human capabilities. Reddy also addresses the complexities of integrating AI into existing workflows, emphasizing the need for transparency and collaboration to foster a successful human-agent partnership. We conclude with insights on measuring AI success and evaluating the evolving AI vendor landscape.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Reddy Malidi and His Journey

05:00 The Story of AI: A Transformative Force

07:59 The Importance of Education and Curiosity

08:03 Skills for the AI Age

11:45 Human Factors in AI Transformation

16:31 Overcoming Fear of AI in the Workplace

21:24 Reddy's Signature Question on AI Adoption

21:42 Introduction to AI Integration

21:57 Identifying Business Problems for AI

24:34 Choosing the Right AI Use Cases

27:02 Understanding AI Agents vs. RPA

31:10 Challenges and Limitations of AI Agents

37:18 Human-AI Collaboration and Oversight

42:27 Measuring AI ROI and Impact

46:52 Evaluating AI Tools and Vendors

54:30 Becoming Superhuman with AI

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Connect with Johannes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/

Follow Reddy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reddy-mallidi/

Check out his latest book "Leading with AI Agents": https://reddymallidi.com/

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]]>0489192f-838c-4918-b6b0-ca3ccb9aa2daTue, 03 Feb 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, host Johannes Deubener meets Reddy Mallidi, a Silicon Valley Expert in Enterprise AI and AI Agents. Reddy discusses the significance of aligning AI initiatives with tangible business outcomes, cautioning against the allure of chasing 'shiny objects' without a clear purpose. Reddy also highlights the role of AI agents in transforming business processes, advocating for a strategic approach to selecting AI use cases that deliver quick wins and long-term value.</p><p>The conversation delves into the human aspect of AI, where Reddy draws parallels between his aunt's storytelling skills and the need for effective communication in AI. He stresses the importance of building trust between humans and AI agents, ensuring that AI enhances rather than replaces human capabilities. Reddy also addresses the complexities of integrating AI into existing workflows, emphasizing the need for transparency and collaboration to foster a successful human-agent partnership. We conclude with insights on measuring AI success and evaluating the evolving AI vendor landscape.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction to Reddy Malidi and His Journey</p><p>05:00 The Story of AI: A Transformative Force</p><p>07:59 The Importance of Education and Curiosity</p><p>08:03 Skills for the AI Age</p><p>11:45 Human Factors in AI Transformation</p><p>16:31 Overcoming Fear of AI in the Workplace</p><p>21:24 Reddy's Signature Question on AI Adoption</p><p>21:42 Introduction to AI Integration</p><p>21:57 Identifying Business Problems for AI</p><p>24:34 Choosing the Right AI Use Cases</p><p>27:02 Understanding AI Agents vs. RPA</p><p>31:10 Challenges and Limitations of AI Agents</p><p>37:18 Human-AI Collaboration and Oversight</p><p>42:27 Measuring AI ROI and Impact</p><p>46:52 Evaluating AI Tools and Vendors</p><p>54:30 Becoming Superhuman with AI</p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>Don't be shy and come say hi:</p><p>Connect with Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</b></a></p><p>Follow Reddy: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/reddy-mallidi/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/reddy-mallidi/</a></p><p>Check out his latest book "Leading with AI Agents": <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://reddymallidi.com/" target="_blank">https://reddymallidi.com/</a></p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p></p><p>More about AI To Go:</p><p>✨ Watch more Episodes on YouTube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw</a><br />✨ Listen on Apple Podcasts: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458</a></p><p>✨ Listen on Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK</a><br />✨ Receive all Updates on LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a></p>no00:58:0225Enterprise AI Agents: Everything You NEED to Know (ft. Reddy Mallidi, #1 Agent Author)full<![CDATA[This Neuroscientist solves AI's Hunger for Energy]]>if the future of AI runs on living brain cells instead of silicon chips? 🧠⚡

In this mind-bending episode of AI to Go, I sit down with Dr. Ewelina Kurtys, a neuroscientist and strategic advisor at FinalSpark — a Swiss research lab building biocomputers from living human neurons. Yes, you read that right: LIVING neurons!

Discover how FinalSpark is creating computers that could be 1 MILLION times more energy-efficient than today's digital processors, why biocomputing might be the key to sustainable AI, and what it means to program cells that actually think.

Plus, we play "Can I Use AI for That?" and test Ewelina's knowledge of cutting-edge AI applications.

Whether you're an AI enthusiast, tech professional, or just curious about the future, this conversation will change how you think about computing forever.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Ewelina and Her Background
00:33 From Childhood Dreams to Industry: Evelina's Journey
01:47 Embracing Scientific Curiosity and Complex Systems
03:22 Transitioning from Academia to Business
06:34 How do you build habits effectively?
10:40 Do you think we as a society are ready to openly talk about mental health?
14:21 How do we ensure that AI makes us smarter and enhances our thinking rather than eliminating or decreasing it?
17:47 FinalSpark's Vision: Energy-Efficient Biocomputing
24:39 Why is biocomputing considered a key enabler towards a more powerful AI in the future, and what are the key benefits for companies and end users?
28:46 Leading Startups in Biocomputing
31:05 What are your thoughts as a society and as a neuroscientist on how we can prepare ourselves for an AI-first world?
39:24 Outro

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AI To Go Podcast - Bringing you the humans behind AI!  

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Connect with Ewelina: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ewelinakurtys/ 
https://www.ewelinakurtys.com/
Check out FinalSpark: https://finalspark.com/live

]]>3b067ade-ae4f-4ddd-8ad6-dee224f0ec95Sun, 25 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>if the future of AI runs on living brain cells instead of silicon chips? 🧠⚡<br /><br />In this mind-bending episode of AI to Go, I sit down with Dr. Ewelina Kurtys, a neuroscientist and strategic advisor at FinalSpark — a Swiss research lab building biocomputers from living human neurons. Yes, you read that right: LIVING neurons!<br /><br />Discover how FinalSpark is creating computers that could be 1 MILLION times more energy-efficient than today's digital processors, why biocomputing might be the key to sustainable AI, and what it means to program cells that actually think.<br /><br />Plus, we play "Can I Use AI for That?" and test Ewelina's knowledge of cutting-edge AI applications.<br /><br />Whether you're an AI enthusiast, tech professional, or just curious about the future, this conversation will change how you think about computing forever.</p><p></p><p>Chapters<br />00:00 Introduction to Ewelina and Her Background<br />00:33 From Childhood Dreams to Industry: Evelina's Journey<br />01:47 Embracing Scientific Curiosity and Complex Systems<br />03:22 Transitioning from Academia to Business<br />06:34 How do you build habits effectively?<br />10:40 Do you think we as a society are ready to openly talk about mental health?<br />14:21 How do we ensure that AI makes us smarter and enhances our thinking rather than eliminating or decreasing it?<br />17:47 FinalSpark's Vision: Energy-Efficient Biocomputing<br />24:39 Why is biocomputing considered a key enabler towards a more powerful AI in the future, and what are the key benefits for companies and end users?<br />28:46 Leading Startups in Biocomputing<br />31:05 What are your thoughts as a society and as a neuroscientist on how we can prepare ourselves for an AI-first world?<br />39:24 Outro<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />AI To Go Podcast - Bringing you the humans behind AI!  <br /><br />Don't be shy and come say hi: 👋 Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</a>  Follow us on:  <br /><br />✨ Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x</a> ✨ LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a> ✨ Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/</a> <br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />Connect with Ewelina: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ewelinakurtys/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/ewelinakurtys/</a> <br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.ewelinakurtys.com/" target="_blank">https://www.ewelinakurtys.com/</a><br />Check out FinalSpark: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://finalspark.com/live" target="_blank">https://finalspark.com/live</a></p>no00:39:30112This Neuroscientist solves AI's Hunger for Energyfull<![CDATA[Inside San Francisco's AI Gold Rush with AI founder Christian Byza]]>Meet Christian Byza, CEO at the AI-powered learning platform Learn.xyz.

Discover why San Francisco's AI scene is so unique, how crazy the "talent war" currently is, and tap into the incredible hustle mindset that all founders in Christian's "House of AI" community (and beyond) share.

Moreover, we talk about Learn.xyz where Christian reimagines micro learnings with AI and Duolingo like gamification. He argues for a (much needed!) fresh perspective on learning with his habit-forming app delivering clear outcomes for individuals and businesses. Point in case: 40% of his users learn a new lesson every week!

With Christian, I talked about:
00:10 – Podcast Announcement
00:38 – Introducing Christian Byza
00:59 – Christian’s podcast on Germans in Silicon Valley
01:42 – What kind of people are moving to the US West Coast?
02:50 – Germany vs Silicon Valley
03:27 – Hustle Mindset in San Francisco
03:53 – There is no “move fast & break things” culture anymore
05:21 – If you want to work in AI, you should move to San Francisco
06:32 – Christian’s Personal Story starting in San Francisco
08:12 – The Advantages of Living in SF
09:00 – Public Perception vs. Reality of SF
13:00 – Why the SF AI Ecosystem is Unique
15:00 – The crazy AI Talent “War” and US TV Shows on AI
17:29 – Tech Giants Race in AI, Apple losing ground
20:06 – Why Christian wanted to build in education
21:28 – Pivoting from Crypto consumers to Corporate Learning
22:29 – The basic problem in Corporate Learning
23:00 – Building a fun and engaging Learning Experience for Employees
24:48 – The Challenge of finding the Ideal Customer Profile
26:06 – How User Feedback led to Certifications for AI Topics
27:41 – Founder Lessons on Consumer vs B2B
30:16 – New Trend: Don’t sell the AI tool, sell the outcome!
32:30 – So, what is Learn.xyz’s Ideal Customer Profile?
34:40 – What Christian thinks about the future of learning
37:08 – Closing Remarks
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Follow us on:
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Check out Christian's products:
AI powered learning platform https://www.learn.xyz/
OMR Festival https://omr.com/en
OMR Silicon Valley Update (German Podcast)
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqmNJDl8UhJ8fL6110T4EBl6AzcHHK5J3

]]>09b22744-741c-4aa5-94de-adce374aa4fbSun, 25 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>Meet Christian Byza, CEO at the AI-powered learning platform <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Learn.xyz" target="_blank">Learn.xyz</a>. <br /><br />Discover why San Francisco's AI scene is so unique, how crazy the "talent war" currently is, and tap into the incredible hustle mindset that all founders in Christian's "House of AI" community (and beyond) share. <br /><br />Moreover, we talk about <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Learn.xyz" target="_blank">Learn.xyz</a> where Christian reimagines micro learnings with AI and Duolingo like gamification. He argues for a (much needed!) fresh perspective on learning with his habit-forming app delivering clear outcomes for individuals and businesses. Point in case: 40% of his users learn a new lesson every week!<br /><br />With Christian, I talked about:<br />00:10 – Podcast Announcement<br />00:38 – Introducing Christian Byza<br />00:59 – Christian’s podcast on Germans in Silicon Valley<br />01:42 – What kind of people are moving to the US West Coast?<br />02:50 – Germany vs Silicon Valley<br />03:27 – Hustle Mindset in San Francisco<br />03:53 – There is no “move fast &amp; break things” culture anymore<br />05:21 – If you want to work in AI, you should move to San Francisco<br />06:32 – Christian’s Personal Story starting in San Francisco<br />08:12 – The Advantages of Living in SF<br />09:00 – Public Perception vs. Reality of SF<br />13:00 – Why the SF AI Ecosystem is Unique<br />15:00 – The crazy AI Talent “War” and US TV Shows on AI <br />17:29 – Tech Giants Race in AI, Apple losing ground<br />20:06 – Why Christian wanted to build in education<br />21:28 – Pivoting from Crypto consumers to Corporate Learning<br />22:29 – The basic problem in Corporate Learning<br />23:00 – Building a fun and engaging Learning Experience for Employees<br />24:48 – The Challenge of finding the Ideal Customer Profile<br />26:06 – How User Feedback led to Certifications for AI Topics<br />27:41 – Founder Lessons on Consumer vs B2B<br />30:16 – New Trend: Don’t sell the AI tool, sell the outcome!<br />32:30 – So, what is <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Learn.xyz" target="_blank">Learn.xyz</a>’s Ideal Customer Profile?<br />34:40 – What Christian thinks about the future of learning<br />37:08 – Closing Remarks<br />--------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />Don't be shy and come say hi:<br />👋 Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</a><br /><br />Follow us on:<br />✨ Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x</a><br />✨ LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a><br />✨ Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/</a><br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------<br />Connect with Christian:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christianbyza/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/christianbyza/</a><br /><br />Check out Christian's products:<br />AI powered learning platform <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.learn.xyz/" target="_blank">https://www.learn.xyz/</a><br />OMR Festival <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://omr.com/en" target="_blank">https://omr.com/en</a><br />OMR Silicon Valley Update (German Podcast)<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqmNJDl8UhJ8fL6110T4EBl6AzcHHK5J3" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqmNJDl8UhJ8fL6110T4EBl6AzcHHK5J3</a></p>no00:37:41111Inside San Francisco's AI Gold Rush with AI founder Christian Byzafull<![CDATA[Head of Miro AI on how AI Transforms Product Development Forever]]>In this episode, Tony Beltramelli, head of AI at Miro, shares his journey from researcher to tech entrepreneur to leading AI initiatives in a major collaboration platform. He discusses the cultural influences that shaped his career, the current state of AI in Europe, and the transformative potential of AI in product development and collaboration. The conversation also touches on the challenges and opportunities presented by AI, the importance of understanding data, and the future of work in an AI-driven landscape.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
02:17 Cultural Influences and Personal Interests
05:05 The European AI Landscape
07:45 The Journey of Uizard and AI Development
10:27 Transitioning from Research to Entrepreneurship
13:08 Acquisition by Miro and New Role
15:45 AI's Impact on Collaboration and Product Development
18:17 Innovative Features of Miro's AI Integration
20:49 Canvas as a Prompt: Redefining User Interaction
23:23 The Future of Product Management with AI
26:16 Challenges and Opportunities in AI Adoption
28:38 The Role of AI in Innovation
31:37 Preparing for an AI-Driven Workforce
34:06 The Future of AI Agents
36:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Connect with Tony:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-beltramelli-513b1219/
https://tonybeltramelli.com/

Check out Miro AI: https://miro.com/ai/ai-overview/

]]>5f8be2ff-9794-4eea-9927-9c6fd74b1b42Sun, 25 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, Tony Beltramelli, head of AI at Miro, shares his journey from researcher to tech entrepreneur to leading AI initiatives in a major collaboration platform. He discusses the cultural influences that shaped his career, the current state of AI in Europe, and the transformative potential of AI in product development and collaboration. The conversation also touches on the challenges and opportunities presented by AI, the importance of understanding data, and the future of work in an AI-driven landscape.<br /><br />Chapters<br /><br />00:00 Introduction and Background<br />02:17 Cultural Influences and Personal Interests<br />05:05 The European AI Landscape<br />07:45 The Journey of Uizard and AI Development<br />10:27 Transitioning from Research to Entrepreneurship<br />13:08 Acquisition by Miro and New Role<br />15:45 AI's Impact on Collaboration and Product Development<br />18:17 Innovative Features of Miro's AI Integration<br />20:49 Canvas as a Prompt: Redefining User Interaction<br />23:23 The Future of Product Management with AI<br />26:16 Challenges and Opportunities in AI Adoption<br />28:38 The Role of AI in Innovation<br />31:37 Preparing for an AI-Driven Workforce<br />34:06 The Future of AI Agents<br />36:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts<br /><br />-------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />Don't be shy and come say hi: 👋 Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</a> Follow us on: <br /><br />✨ Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x</a> <br />✨ LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a> <br />✨ Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/</a> <br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p><br />Connect with Tony: <br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-beltramelli-513b1219/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-beltramelli-513b1219/</a><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://tonybeltramelli.com/" target="_blank">https://tonybeltramelli.com/</a><br /><br />Check out Miro AI: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://miro.com/ai/ai-overview/" target="_blank">https://miro.com/ai/ai-overview/</a></p>no00:45:01113Head of Miro AI on how AI Transforms Product Development Foreverfull<![CDATA[AI Astrology: Modern Tech meets Ancient Wisdom?]]>Meet Lauren Kunze, the fascinating co-founder of Celeste—an AI that delivers personalized tarot readings and astrology insights trained by celebrity astrologers.

In this captivating episode, Lauren takes us through her extraordinary journey from building chatbots at 15 to publishing books with HarperCollins and founding two groundbreaking AI companies (Pandorabots and ICONIQ) that have redefined how humans interact with AI. Now, she's tackling one of humanity's oldest questions: How do we find meaning and guidance in our lives?

With Lauren, we talked about:

00:04 Intro

56:12 SHARE SOME LOVE: Subscribe, like, comment, and share!
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/lkunze/
https://www.laurenkunze.com/

Check out Lauren's products:
https://textceleste.com/
https://www.iconiq.ai/
https://home.pandorabots.com/home.html

]]>681e1476-2a11-453f-9b4b-718b8e3f782cSun, 25 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>Meet Lauren Kunze, the fascinating co-founder of Celeste—an AI that delivers personalized tarot readings and astrology insights trained by celebrity astrologers.<br /><br />In this captivating episode, Lauren takes us through her extraordinary journey from building chatbots at 15 to publishing books with HarperCollins and founding two groundbreaking AI companies (Pandorabots and ICONIQ) that have redefined how humans interact with AI. Now, she's tackling one of humanity's oldest questions: How do we find meaning and guidance in our lives?<br /><br />With Lauren, we talked about:<br /><br />00:04 Intro<br /><br />56:12 SHARE SOME LOVE: Subscribe, like, comment, and share! <br />--------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />AI To Go Podcast - Bringing you the humans behind AI!<br /><br />Don't be shy and come say hi:<br /><br />👋 Lucia: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamluciapiseddu/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamluciapiseddu/</a><br />👋 Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</a><br /><br />Follow us on:<br /><br />✨ Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x</a><br />✨ LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a><br />✨ Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/</a><br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------<br />Connect with Lauren:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lkunze/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/lkunze/</a><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.laurenkunze.com/" target="_blank">https://www.laurenkunze.com/</a><br /><br />Check out Lauren's products:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://textceleste.com/" target="_blank">https://textceleste.com/</a><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.iconiq.ai/" target="_blank">https://www.iconiq.ai/</a><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://home.pandorabots.com/home.html" target="_blank">https://home.pandorabots.com/home.html</a></p>no01:05:02110AI Astrology: Modern Tech meets Ancient Wisdom?full<![CDATA[Inside AI Ethics with Microsoft Researcher Agathe Balayn]]>Agathe Balayn is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Microsoft Research in the FATE group, that’s Fairness, Accountability, Transparency, and Ethics in AI, based in New York City.

Agathe’s work examines the interactions between machine learning systems and the real world, highlighting instances where these systems can cause unintended harm.

She looks beyond the algorithms to examine the social, organizational, and policy ecosystems surrounding AI.

With Agathe, we talked about:

00:04 Intro
01:04 Agathe’s international journey
03:20 Where did Agathe's love for science begin?
06:16 Craziest robot at the French Cup
09:46 What receiving the L’Oréal-UNESCO award meant to Agathe
12:24 Why are there still fewer women in STEM, and how would Agathe convince more women to enter science
19:00 Agathe's research work at Microsoft
20:22 AI Governance
22:56 AI Regulation and Policy
23:53 Risks and Potential Harms of AI
26:34 Agathe's work in Bias and Inequality in AI
31:22 Examples of Bias in AI: Google Lens Problems, Police, Dutch Benefits Scandal
35:20 How private companies like Microsoft, OpenAI, Google balance Commercial Needs vs Ethics in AI
39:04 How does the Political Landscape influence AI Development?
43:30 What are the top Risks related to AI as of Today?
46:48 The most exciting AI Development that will help Humanity move forward
50:16 AI vs Human: True or Not?
56:12 SHARE SOME LOVE: Subscribe, like, comment, and share!
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Agathe's recommendations:

👉 Agathe's profile https://agathe-balayn.github.io/
👉 Agathe's publications https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=6St85n0AAAAJ&hl=en

👉 The FATE team https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/research/theme/fate/
👉 The robot competition: HEBOCON: https://hebocon.org/
👉 https://www.unige.ch/fapse/grire/equipe/isabelle-collet

]]>61013f45-1641-4d09-a838-1d2e160f9cebSun, 25 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>Agathe Balayn is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Microsoft Research in the FATE group, that’s Fairness, Accountability, Transparency, and Ethics in AI, based in New York City.<br /><br />Agathe’s work examines the interactions between machine learning systems and the real world, highlighting instances where these systems can cause unintended harm. <br /><br />She looks beyond the algorithms to examine the social, organizational, and policy ecosystems surrounding AI. <br /><br />With Agathe, we talked about:<br /><br />00:04 Intro<br />01:04 Agathe’s international journey<br />03:20 Where did Agathe's love for science begin?<br />06:16 Craziest robot at the French Cup<br />09:46 What receiving the L’Oréal-UNESCO award meant to Agathe<br />12:24 Why are there still fewer women in STEM, and how would Agathe convince more women to enter science<br />19:00 Agathe's research work at Microsoft<br />20:22 AI Governance<br />22:56 AI Regulation and Policy<br />23:53 Risks and Potential Harms of AI<br />26:34 Agathe's work in Bias and Inequality in AI<br />31:22 Examples of Bias in AI: Google Lens Problems, Police, Dutch Benefits Scandal<br />35:20 How private companies like Microsoft, OpenAI, Google balance Commercial Needs vs Ethics in AI<br />39:04 How does the Political Landscape influence AI Development?<br />43:30 What are the top Risks related to AI as of Today?<br />46:48 The most exciting AI Development that will help Humanity move forward<br />50:16 AI vs Human: True or Not?<br />56:12 SHARE SOME LOVE: Subscribe, like, comment, and share! <br />--------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />AI To Go Podcast - Bringing you the humans behind AI!<br /><br />Don't be shy and come say hi:<br /><br />👋 Lucia: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamluciapiseddu/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamluciapiseddu/</a><br />👋 Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</a><br /><br />Follow us on:<br /><br />✨ Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x</a><br />✨ LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a><br />✨ Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/</a><br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />Connect with Agathe:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/agathe-balayn-4bb365111/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/agathe-balayn-4bb365111/</a><br /><br />Agathe's recommendations:<br /><br />👉 Agathe's profile <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://agathe-balayn.github.io/" target="_blank">https://agathe-balayn.github.io/</a> <br />👉 Agathe's publications <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=6St85n0AAAAJ&amp;hl=en" target="_blank">https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=6St85n0AAAAJ&amp;hl=en</a></p><p>👉 The FATE team <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/research/theme/fate/" target="_blank">https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/research/theme/fate/</a><br />👉 The robot competition: HEBOCON: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hebocon.org/" target="_blank">https://hebocon.org/</a><br />👉 <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.unige.ch/fapse/grire/equipe/isabelle-collet" target="_blank">https://www.unige.ch/fapse/grire/equipe/isabelle-collet</a></p>no00:56:5019Inside AI Ethics with Microsoft Researcher Agathe Balaynfull<![CDATA[Behind the Harvard Article on AI Everyone’s Talking About]]>Marc Zao-Sanders is a guest author at the Harvard Business Review and the co-founder of Filtered, a learning tech company helping organizations upskill intelligently.

Marc is also the author of the bestselling book Timeboxing – The Power of Doing One Thing at a Time, now translated into 33 languages.

His recent article in HBR, "How People Are Really Using GenAI in 2025", went viral for mapping out the top 100 generative AI use cases based on real user behavior.

With Marc, we talked about:

00:04 Intro
01:03 How was Marc as a child?
02:52 Marc's background in Philosophy and Math and how they shaped his life
04:33 Building Filtered.com: 12 Years of Lessons as Entrepreneur
06:37 Marc's work on Time Boxing and how to manage your time intentionally
08:09 Practical tips to time box your time efficiently
10:16 What would Marc improve in his time management...spoiler...PROCRASTINATION!
11:51 How will AI change our perception of time and value
16:49 Post-Work Society and Universal Basic Income
18:26 Top 100 AI Use Cases of 2025 - Marc's Harvard Business Review Article
21:28 AI as Mirror of Society
25:37 AI Literacy Gap and Digital Inequality
28:24 AI for Therapy and Companionship
32:17 Risks of Outsourcing Thinking to AI
35:44 How do we balance AI enhancing our cognitive ability vs making us dependent on it?
39:48 Finding Purpose with AI Assistance
45:01 The use case that surprised Marc the most
50:43 Game Time: Can I use AI for that?
57:03 SHARE SOME LOVE: Subscribe, Like, Comment, and Share!

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Reading recommendations:

👉 Timeboxing by Marc Zao-Sanders https://www.amazon.com/Timeboxing-Power-Doing-Thing-Time/dp/1250340152
👉 Harvard Business Review: https://hbr.org/2025/04/how-people-are-really-using-gen-ai-in-2025

]]>19774e77-2e3a-415c-be06-ad6228f4f15aSun, 25 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>Marc Zao-Sanders is a guest author at the Harvard Business Review and the co-founder of Filtered, a learning tech company helping organizations upskill intelligently.<br /><br />Marc is also the author of the bestselling book Timeboxing – The Power of Doing One Thing at a Time, now translated into 33 languages.<br /><br />His recent article in HBR, "How People Are Really Using GenAI in 2025", went viral for mapping out the top 100 generative AI use cases based on real user behavior.<br /><br />With Marc, we talked about:<br /><br />00:04 Intro<br />01:03 How was Marc as a child?<br />02:52 Marc's background in Philosophy and Math and how they shaped his life<br />04:33 Building <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Filtered.com" target="_blank">Filtered.com</a>: 12 Years of Lessons as Entrepreneur<br />06:37 Marc's work on Time Boxing and how to manage your time intentionally<br />08:09 Practical tips to time box your time efficiently<br />10:16 What would Marc improve in his time management...spoiler...PROCRASTINATION!<br />11:51 How will AI change our perception of time and value<br />16:49 Post-Work Society and Universal Basic Income<br />18:26 Top 100 AI Use Cases of 2025 - Marc's Harvard Business Review Article<br />21:28 AI as Mirror of Society<br />25:37 AI Literacy Gap and Digital Inequality<br />28:24 AI for Therapy and Companionship<br />32:17 Risks of Outsourcing Thinking to AI<br />35:44 How do we balance AI enhancing our cognitive ability vs making us dependent on it?<br />39:48 Finding Purpose with AI Assistance<br />45:01 The use case that surprised Marc the most<br />50:43 Game Time: Can I use AI for that?<br />57:03 SHARE SOME LOVE: Subscribe, Like, Comment, and Share!<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />AI To Go Podcast - Bringing you the humans behind AI!<br /><br />Don't be shy and come say hi:<br /><br />👋 Lucia: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamluciapiseddu/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamluciapiseddu/</a><br />👋 Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</a><br /><br />Follow us on:<br /><br />✨ Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x</a><br />✨ LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a><br />✨ Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/</a><br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />Connect with Marc:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/marczaosanders/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/marczaosanders/</a><br /><br />Reading recommendations:<br /><br />👉 Timeboxing by Marc Zao-Sanders <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/Timeboxing-Power-Doing-Thing-Time/dp/1250340152" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Timeboxing-Power-Doing-Thing-Time/dp/1250340152</a><br />👉 Harvard Business Review: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hbr.org/2025/04/how-people-are-really-using-gen-ai-in-2025" target="_blank">https://hbr.org/2025/04/how-people-are-really-using-gen-ai-in-2025</a></p>no00:57:3818Behind the Harvard Article on AI Everyone’s Talking Aboutfull<![CDATA[The Truth About Jobs, AI, and the Skills You Actually Need]]>Mariano Kostelec is a serial entrepreneur who lived in 10 different countries and raised over EUR 75M in funding across his many ventures.

Among which Uniplaces one of the leading housing platforms in Europe and StudentFinance and Mydra - an AI powered career mobility platform, facilitating the reskilling of the global workforce, mainly focusing on the digital and green transitions.

With Mariano we talked about:

00:04 Intros
01:01 Mariano's passion for changing countries
03:00 What's the place Mariano considers home and how did it shape his view of the World
06:59 How did Mariano survive the banking sector and switched to startups
12:41 Mariano's startups: Uniplaces, StudentFinance
21:35 Mariano's top 3 core values
23:37 How does Mydra help its customers
29:24 What's the biggest mistake companies make when up-skilling their teams?
32:29 How does Mariano think AI will change the workplace?
38:24 Mariano's advice to people who need to start working and upskilling in the age of AI
43:39 What Mariano hopes Mydra accomplishes in the next 10 years
44:50 AI vs Human: Jobsolete!
51:08 SHARE SOME LOVE: Subscribe, like, comment and share!
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👋 Lucia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamluciapiseddu/
👋 Johannes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/

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Visit: https://www.mydra.io/
Connect with Mariano: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianokostelec/

]]>9e75a57a-02f5-4c5f-80db-5d08b706aed5Sun, 25 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>Mariano Kostelec is a serial entrepreneur who lived in 10 different countries and raised over EUR 75M in funding across his many ventures. <br /><br />Among which Uniplaces one of the leading housing platforms in Europe and StudentFinance and Mydra - an AI powered career mobility platform, facilitating the reskilling of the global workforce, mainly focusing on the digital and green transitions.<br /><br />With Mariano we talked about:<br /><br />00:04 Intros<br />01:01 Mariano's passion for changing countries<br />03:00 What's the place Mariano considers home and how did it shape his view of the World<br />06:59 How did Mariano survive the banking sector and switched to startups<br />12:41 Mariano's startups: Uniplaces, StudentFinance<br />21:35 Mariano's top 3 core values<br />23:37 How does Mydra help its customers<br />29:24 What's the biggest mistake companies make when up-skilling their teams?<br />32:29 How does Mariano think AI will change the workplace?<br />38:24 Mariano's advice to people who need to start working and upskilling in the age of AI<br />43:39 What Mariano hopes Mydra accomplishes in the next 10 years<br />44:50 AI vs Human: Jobsolete!<br />51:08 SHARE SOME LOVE: Subscribe, like, comment and share! <br />--------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />AI To Go Podcast - Bringing you the humans behind AI!<br /><br />Don't be shy and come say hi:<br /><br />👋 Lucia: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamluciapiseddu/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamluciapiseddu/</a><br />👋 Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</a><br /><br />Follow us on:<br /><br />✨ Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x</a><br />✨ LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a><br />✨ Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/</a><br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />Visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.mydra.io/" target="_blank">https://www.mydra.io/</a><br />Connect with Mariano: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianokostelec/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianokostelec/</a></p>no00:51:4917The Truth About Jobs, AI, and the Skills You Actually Needfull<![CDATA[From 0 to AI Expert with Rokas's Practical Tips]]>Rokas Stankevičius is the co-founder of WhyAI a training company empowering hundreds of individuals and companies with practical AI knowledge.

Rokas teaching philosophy is 99% practice, 1% theory and he lived up to this philosophy in this episode.

00:04 Intros
00:53 Rapid-fire questions for Rokas
01:30 What's special about Lithuania
03:56 How Rokas started his AI journey
06:20 How his work in PR and political science helped Rokas in AI
07:59 The tech scene in Lithuania
10:50 How Rokas learned AI
16:33 The inception of WhyAI
20:27 What are the advanced possibilities of ChatGPT?
22:54 Tips for effective AI prompt engineering
31:56 Sales and Marketing automation examples
35:46 What are Rokas's hopes for the future of AI
39:21 AI vs Human: True or False!
44:46 Get in touch with Rokas
46:08 ❤️ SHARE THE LOVE: Like, comment subscribe and share!

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]]>ae1084b9-4abb-48fc-9f98-2c8c19d1327bSun, 25 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>Rokas Stankevičius is the co-founder of WhyAI a training company empowering hundreds of individuals and companies with practical AI knowledge.<br /><br />Rokas teaching philosophy is 99% practice, 1% theory and he lived up to this philosophy in this episode.<br /><br />00:04 Intros<br />00:53 Rapid-fire questions for Rokas<br />01:30 What's special about Lithuania<br />03:56 How Rokas started his AI journey<br />06:20 How his work in PR and political science helped Rokas in AI<br />07:59 The tech scene in Lithuania<br />10:50 How Rokas learned AI<br />16:33 The inception of WhyAI<br />20:27 What are the advanced possibilities of ChatGPT?<br />22:54 Tips for effective AI prompt engineering<br />31:56 Sales and Marketing automation examples<br />35:46 What are Rokas's hopes for the future of AI<br />39:21 AI vs Human: True or False!<br />44:46 Get in touch with Rokas<br />46:08 ❤️ SHARE THE LOVE: Like, comment subscribe and share! <br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />AI To Go Podcast - Bringing you the humans behind AI!<br /><br />Don't be shy and come say hi:<br /><br />👋 Lucia: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamluciapiseddu/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamluciapiseddu/</a><br />👋 Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</a><br /><br />Follow us on:<br /><br />✨ Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x</a><br />✨ LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a><br />✨ Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/</a><br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />Book a call with Rokas and say you come from the AI to Go Podcast: <br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cal.com/rokas-stankevicius-xgl5ge/30min?overlayCalendar=true" target="_blank">https://cal.com/rokas-stankevicius-xgl5ge/30min?overlayCalendar=true</a><br /><br />Connect with Rokas: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stanrokas/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/stanrokas/</a></p>no00:46:48From 0 to AI Expert with Rokas's Practical Tipsfull<![CDATA[ElevenLabs Investor on AI Voice, Scams, and the Future of Voice]]>Meet Carles Reina — a seasoned startup builder, investor, and GTM lead at ElevenLabs. He’s helped grow companies like Uber, Sonantic (acquired by Spotify), and JobandTalent.

With 60+ angel investments in deep tech, his impact spans across the startup ecosystem. Tune in for insights on AI, scaling companies, and frontier tech.

00:04 Intros
01:16 Carles's passion for exotic plants
02:47 Baobab Ventures and Carles's investments
04:20 From international relations to entrepreneurship and investment
06:08 Carles's experience at Uber
08:11 What are Carles's most exciting investments (besides ElevenLabs)
11:16 How Carles chooses teams to invest in
13:06 Carles meeting with ElevenLabs Founder
15:46 What is ElevenLabs, and the top 3 use cases
17:49 How do regular people use ElevenLabs?
19:30 What's the role of voice in solving real-life problems?
25:01 Why are the UN Agencies resisting adopting AI if it can solve illiteracy?
26:15 ElevenReader App
27:45 What does ElevenLabs do to prevent voice scams and frauds?
31:21 How can people protect themselves against these frauds?
33:39 If ElevenLabs could be the voice teaching the new generation, what do you hope it teaches people?
34:48 AI vs Human Game: AI Voice or Not?
40:47 ❤️ SHOW US SOME LOVE: Like, Subscribe, and Comment! ❤️

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]]>2802f2c6-cd1b-481f-b8e7-b37e1ef1cbebSun, 25 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>Meet Carles Reina — a seasoned startup builder, investor, and GTM lead at ElevenLabs. He’s helped grow companies like Uber, Sonantic (acquired by Spotify), and JobandTalent. <br /><br />With 60+ angel investments in deep tech, his impact spans across the startup ecosystem. Tune in for insights on AI, scaling companies, and frontier tech.<br /><br />00:04 Intros<br />01:16 Carles's passion for exotic plants<br />02:47 Baobab Ventures and Carles's investments<br />04:20 From international relations to entrepreneurship and investment<br />06:08 Carles's experience at Uber<br />08:11 What are Carles's most exciting investments (besides ElevenLabs)<br />11:16 How Carles chooses teams to invest in <br />13:06 Carles meeting with ElevenLabs Founder<br />15:46 What is ElevenLabs, and the top 3 use cases<br />17:49 How do regular people use ElevenLabs?<br />19:30 What's the role of voice in solving real-life problems?<br />25:01 Why are the UN Agencies resisting adopting AI if it can solve illiteracy? <br />26:15 ElevenReader App<br />27:45 What does ElevenLabs do to prevent voice scams and frauds?<br />31:21 How can people protect themselves against these frauds?<br />33:39 If ElevenLabs could be the voice teaching the new generation, what do you hope it teaches people?<br />34:48 AI vs Human Game: AI Voice or Not?<br />40:47 ❤️ SHOW US SOME LOVE: Like, Subscribe, and Comment! ❤️<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />AI To Go Podcast - Bringing you the humans behind AI!<br /><br />Don't be shy and come say hi:<br /><br />👋 Lucia: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamluciapiseddu/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamluciapiseddu/</a><br />👋 Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</a><br /><br />Follow us on:<br /><br />✨ Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x</a><br />✨ LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a><br />✨ Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/</a><br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />Try ElevenLabs: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://try.elevenlabs.io/qfpgguf3enpu" target="_blank">https://try.elevenlabs.io/qfpgguf3enpu</a><br />Connect with Carles: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlesreina/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlesreina/</a></p>no00:41:1515ElevenLabs Investor on AI Voice, Scams, and the Future of Voicefull<![CDATA[AI Is Fixing the World’s Most Boring Industry]]>Andreas Zimmermann is the founder of MySupply.

And he's on a mission: Making the world of procurement fun (and more efficient) using AI!

With Andreas, we talked about procurement, AI, and how something seemingly boring can become a playground for innovation.

00:00 Intros
00:39 Andreas's entrepreneurial journey
07:17 Can you convince us that procurement is not boring?
09:40 Explain game theory to us and how you use it in MySupply.
14:34 Did you face some challenges selling such an innovative solution to this traditional industry?
16:43 What's the main value of MySupply?
22:15 How does MySupply automate the procurement process?
39:50 What are some of your customers' success stories?
46:45 How are you scaling MySupply?
49:13 What are your ideal customers?
51:09 How does the future of procurement look?
54:23 Resources to learn about AI and Procurement
56:14 How do you use AI in your day-to-day life?
1:00:00 What are your top 3 advice for someone just starting with AI?

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]]>b6b51e94-c97d-4d67-a92c-3f82a3e8494dSun, 25 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>Andreas Zimmermann is the founder of MySupply.<br /><br />And he's on a mission: Making the world of procurement fun (and more efficient) using AI!<br /><br />With Andreas, we talked about procurement, AI, and how something seemingly boring can become a playground for innovation.<br /><br />00:00 Intros<br />00:39 Andreas's entrepreneurial journey<br />07:17 Can you convince us that procurement is not boring?<br />09:40 Explain game theory to us and how you use it in MySupply.<br />14:34 Did you face some challenges selling such an innovative solution to this traditional industry?<br />16:43 What's the main value of MySupply?<br />22:15 How does MySupply automate the procurement process?<br />39:50 What are some of your customers' success stories?<br />46:45 How are you scaling MySupply?<br />49:13 What are your ideal customers?<br />51:09 How does the future of procurement look?<br />54:23 Resources to learn about AI and Procurement<br />56:14 How do you use AI in your day-to-day life?<br />1:00:00 What are your top 3 advice for someone just starting with AI?<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />AI To Go Podcast - Bringing you the humans behind AI!<br /><br />Don't be shy and come say hi:<br /><br />👋 Lucia: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamluciapiseddu/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamluciapiseddu/</a><br />👋 Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</a><br /><br />Follow us on:<br /><br />✨ Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x</a><br />✨ LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a><br />✨ Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/</a><br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />Visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://mysupply.ai/" target="_blank">https://mysupply.ai/</a><br />Connect with Andreas <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreaszimmermann/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreaszimmermann/</a></p>no01:04:1014AI Is Fixing the World’s Most Boring Industryfull<![CDATA[Agents are Automating 90% of Jobs You Don’t Want to Do]]>Adam Silverman is the Co-Founder and COO of Agency and AgentOps.ai, where he’s building tools that help enterprises deploy reliable, explainable AI agents at scale.

Adam is a serial entrepreneur who sold his first company at 22, created a tool acquired by ByteDance and is now at the forefront of the Agentic AI revolution, helping startups and Fortune 500 companies automate repetitive work and unlock new efficiencies.

In this episode, we talked about Adam’s journey from Toronto to Silicon Valley, his vision for the future of autonomous agents, and even played a little game where we tested his knowledge in the AI world.

00:00 Introduction
00:23 OpenAI teams up with AgentOps
02:44 Adam's childhood in Canada and what shaped him into being an entrepreneurs
06:23 What motivated Adam to travel and get international experience
08:40 Where does Adam's passion for AI come from?
15:28 The AI tools Adam uses everyday
18:57 Adam's explain AI agents like we're 5 years old
20:01 How AI agents help businesses and people in their daily lives
21:09 What's the coolest case study Adam worked on
22:32 Are we close to Artificial General Intelligence?
23:47 What is possible to achieve today with AI agents?
26:44 How will the Human & AI collaboration look like in the future?
27:28 The rise of Vibe Coding and why Adam is against it
30:23 Handwriting is the key to keep critical thinking in the tam according to Adam
32:28 How do you get started with AI agents if you're not a technical person?
35:26 GAME: Fake or Not?
41:45 How to get in touch with Adam

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Don't be shy and come say hi:

👋 Lucia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamluciapiseddu/
👋 Johannes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/

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👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamsil/
👉 https://x.com/atomsilverman

Adam's recommendations:

💥 FREE List with 400+ agents: https://adamsilverman.gumroad.com/l/agent
💥 BOOK The artist's way: https://www.amazon.com/Artists-Way-25th-Anniversary/dp/0143129252
💥 BOOK The creative act: https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Act-Way-Being/dp/0593652886/

]]>bf373c23-c2e4-49b0-83e4-ba2ef63b2dbeSun, 25 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>Adam Silverman is the Co-Founder and COO of Agency and <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://AgentOps.ai" target="_blank">AgentOps.ai</a>, where he’s building tools that help enterprises deploy reliable, explainable AI agents at scale. <br /><br />Adam is a serial entrepreneur who sold his first company at 22, created a tool acquired by ByteDance and is now at the forefront of the Agentic AI revolution, helping startups and Fortune 500 companies automate repetitive work and unlock new efficiencies.<br /><br />In this episode, we talked about Adam’s journey from Toronto to Silicon Valley, his vision for the future of autonomous agents, and even played a little game where we tested his knowledge in the AI world.<br /><br />00:00 Introduction<br />00:23 OpenAI teams up with AgentOps<br />02:44 Adam's childhood in Canada and what shaped him into being an entrepreneurs<br />06:23 What motivated Adam to travel and get international experience<br />08:40 Where does Adam's passion for AI come from? <br />15:28 The AI tools Adam uses everyday <br />18:57 Adam's explain AI agents like we're 5 years old<br />20:01 How AI agents help businesses and people in their daily lives<br />21:09 What's the coolest case study Adam worked on <br />22:32 Are we close to Artificial General Intelligence?<br />23:47 What is possible to achieve today with AI agents?<br />26:44 How will the Human &amp; AI collaboration look like in the future?<br />27:28 The rise of Vibe Coding and why Adam is against it<br />30:23 Handwriting is the key to keep critical thinking in the tam according to Adam<br />32:28 How do you get started with AI agents if you're not a technical person?<br />35:26 GAME: Fake or Not?<br />41:45 How to get in touch with Adam<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />Don't be shy and come say hi:<br /><br />👋 Lucia: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamluciapiseddu/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamluciapiseddu/</a><br />👋 Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</a><br /><br />Follow us on:<br /><br />✨ Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x</a><br />✨ LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a><br />✨ Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/</a><br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />Get in touch with Adam: <br /><br />👉 <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamsil/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamsil/</a><br />👉 <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/atomsilverman" target="_blank">https://x.com/atomsilverman</a><br /><br />Adam's recommendations:<br /><br />💥 FREE List with 400+ agents: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://adamsilverman.gumroad.com/l/agent" target="_blank">https://adamsilverman.gumroad.com/l/agent</a> <br />💥 BOOK The artist's way: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/Artists-Way-25th-Anniversary/dp/0143129252" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Artists-Way-25th-Anniversary/dp/0143129252</a><br />💥 BOOK The creative act: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Act-Way-Being/dp/0593652886/" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Act-Way-Being/dp/0593652886/</a></p>no00:42:3913Agents are Automating 90% of Jobs You Don’t Want to Dofull<![CDATA[Stanford’s AI Expert Reveals Why You’re Wrong About AI’s Future]]>Nestor Maslej is a Research Manager at Stanford’s Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI) and the editor-in-chief for the Stanford AI Index Report.

The AI Index has been widely cited by global media outlets like the New York Times, The Guardian, and Bloomberg, and has been published in various academic papers.

We talked about Nestor's journey becoming a researcher in AI, discussed key insights from the 2025 AI Index Report, and had a lot of fun playing the "AI or Not" quote game.

00:00 Introduction
01:05 Explain to us what you do in your work
02:14 How was Nestor before becoming a researcher
04:49 How did AI shape Nestor's way of working
06:22 Does Nestor ever get bored of the AI hype?
08:50 How is the industry catching up with our use of AI compared to what was expected?
11:46 The one myth about AI that drives Nestor nuts
14:41 What are the most irreplaceable human qualities that AI can't replace?
17:04 The main findings of the AI Index Report 2025
19:18 This finding in the report was a surprise for Nestor
21:44 To what extent is AI now embedded in our daily life?
24:12 Impact of AI on business
27:18 What are the biggest concerns related to AI right now?
31:13 Different optimism about AI in different countries (China, USA, Thailand, France, etc)
35:03 What are the best practices to upskill yourself and your team in AI?
37:29 What else should people absolutely know about the AI Index Report?
39:22 What's Nestor's personal hope for the future of AI
41:09 GAME: AI or Not?

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👋 Lucia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamluciapiseddu/
👋 Johannes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/

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Nestor’s recommendations:

👉 AI Index Report” by Stanford’s Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence: https://hai.stanford.edu/ai-index/2025-ai-index-report
👉 State of AI Report by Air Street Capital: https://www.stateof.ai/
👉 Import AI” Newsletter by Jack Clark: https://importai.substack.com/
👉 Last Week in AI Newsletter by Skynet today: https://lastweekin.ai/
👉 TechBrew https://www.emergingtechbrew.com/
👉 Politico: https://www.politico.com/tag/ai
👉 The Information: https://www.theinformation.com/
👉San Francisco Chronicle: https://www.sfchronicle.com/ai/

]]>88350dc4-986e-4dd4-9427-6d5b63fe4891Sun, 25 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>Nestor Maslej is a Research Manager at Stanford’s Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI) and the editor-in-chief for the Stanford AI Index Report.<br /><br />The AI Index has been widely cited by global media outlets like the New York Times, The Guardian, and Bloomberg, and has been published in various academic papers.<br /><br />We talked about Nestor's journey becoming a researcher in AI, discussed key insights from the 2025 AI Index Report, and had a lot of fun playing the "AI or Not" quote game.<br /><br />00:00 Introduction<br />01:05 Explain to us what you do in your work<br />02:14 How was Nestor before becoming a researcher<br />04:49 How did AI shape Nestor's way of working<br />06:22 Does Nestor ever get bored of the AI hype?<br />08:50 How is the industry catching up with our use of AI compared to what was expected?<br />11:46 The one myth about AI that drives Nestor nuts<br />14:41 What are the most irreplaceable human qualities that AI can't replace?<br />17:04 The main findings of the AI Index Report 2025<br />19:18 This finding in the report was a surprise for Nestor<br />21:44 To what extent is AI now embedded in our daily life?<br />24:12 Impact of AI on business<br />27:18 What are the biggest concerns related to AI right now?<br />31:13 Different optimism about AI in different countries (China, USA, Thailand, France, etc)<br />35:03 What are the best practices to upskill yourself and your team in AI?<br />37:29 What else should people absolutely know about the AI Index Report?<br />39:22 What's Nestor's personal hope for the future of AI<br />41:09 GAME: AI or Not?<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />Don't be shy and come say hi:<br /><br />👋 Lucia: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamluciapiseddu/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamluciapiseddu/</a><br />👋 Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</a><br /><br />-------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />Nestor’s recommendations:<br /><br />👉 AI Index Report” by Stanford’s Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hai.stanford.edu/ai-index/2025-ai-index-report" target="_blank">https://hai.stanford.edu/ai-index/2025-ai-index-report</a> <br />👉 State of AI Report by Air Street Capital: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.stateof.ai/" target="_blank">https://www.stateof.ai/</a> <br />👉 Import AI” Newsletter by Jack Clark: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://importai.substack.com/" target="_blank">https://importai.substack.com/</a> <br />👉 Last Week in AI Newsletter by Skynet today: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://lastweekin.ai/" target="_blank">https://lastweekin.ai/</a> <br />👉 TechBrew <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.emergingtechbrew.com/" target="_blank">https://www.emergingtechbrew.com/</a> <br />👉 Politico: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.politico.com/tag/ai" target="_blank">https://www.politico.com/tag/ai</a> <br />👉 The Information: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.theinformation.com/" target="_blank">https://www.theinformation.com/</a> <br />👉San Francisco Chronicle: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sfchronicle.com/ai/" target="_blank">https://www.sfchronicle.com/ai/</a></p>no00:46:2012Stanford’s AI Expert Reveals Why You’re Wrong About AI’s Futurefull<![CDATA[This AI is a Better Sales Coach Than You]]>Oleg Bolotnov is the founder of Gradual and PitchMonster.

Two AI-powered sales training platforms that help managers coach their teams while saving time and money.

With Oleg, we talked about sales, AI, and what's in store for the future.

00:00 Intros
00:21 Oleg's first job
03:52 Oleg's career progression
08:59 Tips for people starting their career in sales
14:08 Kitty invasion 🐱
15:22 What are Gradual and PitchMonster
23:15 Finding your customer's needs and pain points
25:55 How the war in Ukraine affected Oleg's life and business
31:24 How does Oleg use AI in his day-to-day job
35:17 Oleg's favourite AI tools
41:50 Oleg's predictions about the future of AI
47:50 What's one major challenge for humanity that you would fix with AI?

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👋 Johannes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/

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And check out Gradual and PitchMonster:
👉 https://www.gradual.io/
https://www.pitchmonster.io/

]]>b7a1df71-1f59-4199-90da-66fa32d0a6d2Tue, 20 Jan 2026 01:44:14 GMT<p>Oleg Bolotnov is the founder of Gradual and PitchMonster.<br /><br />Two AI-powered sales training platforms that help managers coach their teams while saving time and money.<br /><br />With Oleg, we talked about sales, AI, and what's in store for the future.<br /><br />00:00 Intros<br />00:21 Oleg's first job<br />03:52 Oleg's career progression<br />08:59 Tips for people starting their career in sales<br />14:08 Kitty invasion 🐱<br />15:22 What are Gradual and PitchMonster<br />23:15 Finding your customer's needs and pain points<br />25:55 How the war in Ukraine affected Oleg's life and business<br />31:24 How does Oleg use AI in his day-to-day job<br />35:17 Oleg's favourite AI tools<br />41:50 Oleg's predictions about the future of AI<br />47:50 What's one major challenge for humanity that you would fix with AI?<br /><br />----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />AI To Go Podcast - Bringing you the humans behind AI!<br /><br />Don't be shy and come say hi:<br /><br />👋 Lucia: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamluciapiseddu/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamluciapiseddu/</a><br />👋 Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</a><br /><br />Follow us on:<br /><br />✨ Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/135tavsp8mEBYftLGOv02x</a><br />✨ LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a><br />✨ Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/aitogopodcast/</a><br /><br />----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />Connect with Oleg here:<br /><br />👉 <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/olegbolotnov/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/olegbolotnov/</a><br /><br />And check out Gradual and PitchMonster:<br />👉 <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.gradual.io/" target="_blank">https://www.gradual.io/</a><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.pitchmonster.io/" target="_blank">https://www.pitchmonster.io/</a></p>no00:52:5111This AI is a Better Sales Coach Than Youfull<![CDATA[The SECRET Key to Anticipate Customer Behavior (ft. Kwame Ferreira, CEO at Synthetic Users) ]]>Kwame Ferreira, CEO at Synthetic Users, and host Johannes Deubener discuss the transformative potential of AI in customer research and decision-making processes. Kwame reveals how Synthetic Users surface the unspoken truths that traditional research misses. The result? A competitive advantage that comes from understanding what users actually do versus what they say they do.

If you're building products, leading enterprise teams, or exploring AI applications for customer research, this episode delivers both strategic insights and philosophical depth. Kwame bridges the gap between startup creativity and enterprise pragmatism, showing that the best AI implementations come from solving real problems, not chasing shiny technology.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Synthetic Users and AI-Driven Research

00:39 Welcome

00:55 Living Across Continents

01:16 Berlin: The City That Shaped Kwame

04:17 Kwame's Educational Journey

07:23 The Artist-Entrepreneur Balance

09:04 Connecting the Dots

13:13 Planet-Centric Design and Responsible Creation

15:50 The Genesis of Synthetic Users: Experimenting with LLMs

21:28 What Is a Synthetic User?

25:19 Net New Insights from Synthetic Research

29:01 Measuring Parity: Organic vs Synthetic Users

34:22 Building Trust and the Synthetic Muscle in Organizations

38:17 Surprising Use Cases

43:36 When to Use Human Feedback

46:57 Optimizing for Business vs Human Experience

51:18 Building Sustainable AI Companies: Advice for Young Founders

55:35 Closing Remarks

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Check out Synthetic Users: https://www.syntheticusers.com/

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]]>f6fc5eae-ef6f-40ba-b898-d5a6c45c6266Tue, 27 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>Kwame Ferreira, CEO at Synthetic Users, and host Johannes Deubener discuss the transformative potential of AI in customer research and decision-making processes. Kwame reveals how Synthetic Users surface the unspoken truths that traditional research misses. The result? A competitive advantage that comes from understanding what users <i>actually do</i> versus what they <i>say they do</i>.</p><p></p><p>If you're building products, leading enterprise teams, or exploring AI applications for customer research, this episode delivers both strategic insights and philosophical depth. Kwame bridges the gap between startup creativity and enterprise pragmatism, showing that the best AI implementations come from solving real problems, not chasing shiny technology.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction to Synthetic Users and AI-Driven Research</p><p>00:39 Welcome</p><p>00:55 Living Across Continents</p><p>01:16 Berlin: The City That Shaped Kwame</p><p>04:17 Kwame's Educational Journey</p><p>07:23 The Artist-Entrepreneur Balance</p><p>09:04 Connecting the Dots</p><p>13:13 Planet-Centric Design and Responsible Creation</p><p>15:50 The Genesis of Synthetic Users: Experimenting with LLMs</p><p>21:28 What Is a Synthetic User?</p><p>25:19 Net New Insights from Synthetic Research</p><p>29:01 Measuring Parity: Organic vs Synthetic Users</p><p>34:22 Building Trust and the Synthetic Muscle in Organizations</p><p>38:17 Surprising Use Cases</p><p>43:36 When to Use Human Feedback</p><p>46:57 Optimizing for Business vs Human Experience</p><p>51:18 Building Sustainable AI Companies: Advice for Young Founders</p><p>55:35 Closing Remarks</p><p></p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p></p><p>Don't be shy and come say hi:</p><p></p><p>Connect with Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</b></a></p><p>Follow Kwame: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwame-ferreira-1b06a31/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwame-ferreira-1b06a31/</a></p><p>Check out Synthetic Users: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.syntheticusers.com/" target="_blank">https://www.syntheticusers.com/</a></p><p></p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p></p><p>More about AI To Go:</p><p>✨ Watch more Episodes on YouTube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw</a><br />✨ Listen on Apple Podcasts: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458</a></p><p>✨ Listen on Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK</a><br />✨ Receive all Updates on LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a></p>no00:56:0124The SECRET Key to Anticipate Customer Behavior (ft. Kwame Ferreira, CEO at Synthetic Users) full<![CDATA[STOP the #1 Factor killing AI at Work (ft. Pär Edin, AI Strategist at KPMG)]]>Pär Edin, who leads AI transformation at KPMG, and host Johannes Deubener discuss the evolution of human intelligence and its implications for AI adoption. They explore the psychological barriers that hinder organizations from embracing AI, the importance of creating a culture of psychological safety, and the role of behavioral science in driving change. Pär also provides insights into overcoming resistance to change, the economic implications of AI, and the challenges organizations face in moving from pilot projects to full-scale deployment.

Chapters

00:00 The Journey of Pär Edin: A Unique Career Path

04:01 Lessons from the European Space Agency

06:47 Embracing the Unexpected: Career Decisions that Changed Everything

09:12 Cultural Insights: AI and Technology Adoption Across Organizations

12:10 The Human Element: Overcoming Barriers to AI Adoption

18:01 The Stone Age Brain: Evolution and Survival Mechanisms

26:13 Fear and Resistance to Change in the Modern Workplace

29:40 The Role of AI in Transforming Work Dynamics

32:49 Overcoming Psychological Barriers to AI Adoption

38:15 Practical Strategies for Leaders to Foster Change

46:23 The Exponential Growth of AI Adoption

56:09 Navigating Pilot Purgatory to Full-Scale Deployment

01:01:09 The Future of Hybrid Workforces and AI Integration

01:08:05 Embracing Change: Advice for Navigating AI Transformation

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Don't be shy and come say hi:

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Follow Pär: https://www.linkedin.com/in/p%C3%A4r-edin-42b756/

Read about more about Pär's work at KPMG in Magnate View Magazine's cover story which recently named him one of five "Pioneering Leaders shaping the future in 2025": https://magnateview.com/top-5-pioneering-leaders-shaping-the-future-in-2025-dec25-6/

Check out KPMG: https://kpmg.com/us/en.html

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]]>93a1eb65-9bc0-45a4-b5b1-2ff8eb47118fTue, 20 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>Pär Edin, who leads AI transformation at KPMG, and host Johannes Deubener discuss the evolution of human intelligence and its implications for AI adoption. They explore the psychological barriers that hinder organizations from embracing AI, the importance of creating a culture of psychological safety, and the role of behavioral science in driving change. Pär also provides insights into overcoming resistance to change, the economic implications of AI, and the challenges organizations face in moving from pilot projects to full-scale deployment.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 The Journey of Pär Edin: A Unique Career Path</p><p>04:01 Lessons from the European Space Agency</p><p>06:47 Embracing the Unexpected: Career Decisions that Changed Everything</p><p>09:12 Cultural Insights: AI and Technology Adoption Across Organizations</p><p>12:10 The Human Element: Overcoming Barriers to AI Adoption</p><p>18:01 The Stone Age Brain: Evolution and Survival Mechanisms</p><p>26:13 Fear and Resistance to Change in the Modern Workplace</p><p>29:40 The Role of AI in Transforming Work Dynamics</p><p>32:49 Overcoming Psychological Barriers to AI Adoption</p><p>38:15 Practical Strategies for Leaders to Foster Change</p><p>46:23 The Exponential Growth of AI Adoption</p><p>56:09 Navigating Pilot Purgatory to Full-Scale Deployment</p><p>01:01:09 The Future of Hybrid Workforces and AI Integration</p><p>01:08:05 Embracing Change: Advice for Navigating AI Transformation</p><p></p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p></p><p>Don't be shy and come say hi:</p><p></p><p>Connect with Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</b></a></p><p>Follow Pär: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/p%C3%A4r-edin-42b756/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/p%C3%A4r-edin-42b756/</a></p><p>Read about more about Pär's work at KPMG in Magnate View Magazine's cover story which recently named him one of five "Pioneering Leaders shaping the future in 2025": <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://magnateview.com/top-5-pioneering-leaders-shaping-the-future-in-2025-dec25-6/" target="_blank">https://magnateview.com/top-5-pioneering-leaders-shaping-the-future-in-2025-dec25-6/</a></p><p></p><p>Check out KPMG: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://kpmg.com/us/en.html" target="_blank">https://kpmg.com/us/en.html</a></p><p></p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p></p><p>More about AI To Go:</p><p>✨ Watch more Episodes on YouTube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw</a><br />✨ Listen on Apple Podcasts: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458</a></p><p>✨ Listen on Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK</a><br />✨ Receive all Updates on LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a></p>no01:09:4823STOP the #1 Factor killing AI at Work (ft. Pär Edin, AI Strategist at KPMG)full<![CDATA[ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini - The New Marketing Channel? (ft. Alex Sherman, CEO at Bluefish AI)]]>🚀How AI Created a Billion-User Marketing Channel - and CMOs Miss It

In this conversation, Alex Sherman, CEO at Bluefish AI, and host Johannes Deubener explore the seismic shift happening in marketing right now, and why 2026 is make-or-break for every CMO and marketer.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction: AI Marketing Channel Revolution

00:59 Welcome and Introduction of Alex Sherman

01:23 Alex's Origin Story

03:30 The Evolution of Technology

04:34 From European History to Enterprise Software

05:20 An "Accidental" Entrepreneur: His Path to Startups

06:47 Alex's "Pirate" Philosophy: Building Against the Odds

08:54 Flying Through the Storm: Leadership in Uncertainty

11:45 Leadership in the AI Age: Absorbing Stress and Filtering Noise

12:47 AI Marketing: The New Content Paradigm

16:41 The Wake-Up Call: 66% of Shoppers Use AI

17:03 From Novel Idea to Essential Channel

20:20 How Alex used Deep Customer Discovery to get started

23:17 The Bluefish Platform: Visibility and Influence Across the AI Ecosystem

26:13 The Attribution Problem: Tracing Marketing Impact in AI

29:47 Alex's Message to CMOs

33:21 Early Mover Advantage: Data Quality and Learning Curves

36:47 The Attention Economy vs. Agent Economy

40:19 The Future of Brand Storytelling in an AI World

45:09 Regaining Control: Putting Brands Back in the Driver's Seat

47:57 Real-Time Marketing: From Planned Campaigns to Continuous Optimization

51:59 The End of Paid Ads?

55:13 Alex's Advice for AI Founders

57:23 Closing Remarks

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Follow Alex: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alsherman/

Check out Bluefish AI: https://www.bluefishai.com/

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Tags: #AIMarketing #EnterpriseAI #MarketingStrategy #CMO #ChatGPT #Podcast #Leadership #Innovation #BusinessStrategy

]]>33f76673-8f0a-4e8c-864e-02549dce4af7Tue, 13 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT<h2>🚀How AI Created a Billion-User Marketing Channel - and CMOs Miss It</h2><p>In this conversation, Alex Sherman, CEO at Bluefish AI, and host Johannes Deubener explore the seismic shift happening in marketing right now, and why 2026 is make-or-break for every CMO and marketer.</p><h2><b>Chapters</b></h2><p><b>00:00</b> Introduction: AI Marketing Channel Revolution</p><p><b>00:59</b> Welcome and Introduction of Alex Sherman</p><p><b>01:23</b> Alex's Origin Story</p><p><b>03:30</b> The Evolution of Technology</p><p><b>04:34</b> From European History to Enterprise Software</p><p><b>05:20</b> An "Accidental" Entrepreneur: His Path to Startups</p><p><b>06:47</b> Alex's "Pirate" Philosophy: Building Against the Odds</p><p><b>08:54</b> Flying Through the Storm: Leadership in Uncertainty</p><p><b>11:45</b> Leadership in the AI Age: Absorbing Stress and Filtering Noise</p><p><b>12:47</b> AI Marketing: The New Content Paradigm</p><p><b>16:41</b> The Wake-Up Call: 66% of Shoppers Use AI</p><p><b>17:03</b> From Novel Idea to Essential Channel</p><p><b>20:20</b> How Alex used Deep Customer Discovery to get started</p><p><b>23:17</b> The Bluefish Platform: Visibility and Influence Across the AI Ecosystem</p><p><b>26:13</b> The Attribution Problem: Tracing Marketing Impact in AI</p><p><b>29:47</b> Alex's Message to CMOs</p><p><b>33:21</b> Early Mover Advantage: Data Quality and Learning Curves</p><p><b>36:47</b> The Attention Economy vs. Agent Economy</p><p><b>40:19</b> The Future of Brand Storytelling in an AI World</p><p><b>45:09</b> Regaining Control: Putting Brands Back in the Driver's Seat</p><p><b>47:57</b> Real-Time Marketing: From Planned Campaigns to Continuous Optimization</p><p><b>51:59</b> The End of Paid Ads?</p><p><b>55:13</b> Alex's Advice for AI Founders</p><p><b>57:23</b> Closing Remarks</p><p></p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>Don't be shy and come say hi:</p><p></p><p>Connect with Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</b></a></p><p>Follow Alex: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/alsherman/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/alsherman/</a></p><p>Check out Bluefish AI: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.bluefishai.com/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.bluefishai.com/</b></a></p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p></p><p>More about AI To Go:</p><p>✨ Watch more Episodes on YouTube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw</a><br />✨ Listen on Apple Podcasts: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458</a></p><p>✨ Listen on Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK</a><br />✨ Receive all Updates on LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a></p><p></p><p><b>Tags:</b> #AIMarketing #EnterpriseAI #MarketingStrategy #CMO #ChatGPT #Podcast #Leadership #Innovation #BusinessStrategy</p>no00:57:5322ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini - The New Marketing Channel? (ft. Alex Sherman, CEO at Bluefish AI)full<![CDATA[Big plans in 2026? This AI helps you deal with stress & anxiety (ft. Karin Stephan, COO at Earkick)]]>Meet the amazing Karin Andrea Stephan, co-founder and COO at Earkick, an AI mental health app.

Karin shares her journey from a music career to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of creativity, community, and mental health. She discusses the transformative power of AI in mental health solutions, the need for breaks to recharge creativity, and the role of community support in entrepreneurship. Karin also highlights the significance of data-driven approaches in mental health and the importance of personalizing mental health solutions to enhance wellbeing.

Our conversation delves into the complexities of navigating mental health knowledge and real-life implementation, emphasizing that having access to information and wisdom is not sufficient for overcoming personal struggles. Karin highlights the importance of support systems in dealing with trauma and mental health issues, as well as the role of AI in providing assistance. If you have big plans in 2026, building healthy habits while managing stress and anxiety are critical. Karin shares her personal best practices and explains how Earkick makes a real difference in the lives of their users.

Chapters

00:00 Karin's Journey from Musician to Entrepreneur

03:24 Creativity and the Importance of Breaks

05:48 The Role of Community in Entrepreneurship

10:29 Mental Health as a Business Opportunity

13:40 The Evolution of Mental Health Awareness

17:16 Introducing Earkick A New Approach to Mental Health 20:13 The Science Behind Earkick's Effectiveness

23:28 Personalization in AI Therapy

26:38 Real-Life Impact of Earkick

29:54 The Role of Employers in Mental Health

33:14 Building Trust in Mental Health Solutions

36:55 The Future of AI in Mental Health

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Follow Karin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karinstephan/ Check out Earkick: https://earkick.com/

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]]>4aad49dc-fb97-4c88-9b7b-0ff855ff1b2fWed, 07 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>Meet the amazing Karin Andrea Stephan, co-founder and COO at Earkick, an AI mental health app.</p><p></p><p>Karin shares her journey from a music career to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of creativity, community, and mental health. She discusses the transformative power of AI in mental health solutions, the need for breaks to recharge creativity, and the role of community support in entrepreneurship. Karin also highlights the significance of data-driven approaches in mental health and the importance of personalizing mental health solutions to enhance wellbeing.</p><p></p><p>Our conversation delves into the complexities of navigating mental health knowledge and real-life implementation, emphasizing that having access to information and wisdom is not sufficient for overcoming personal struggles. Karin highlights the importance of support systems in dealing with trauma and mental health issues, as well as the role of AI in providing assistance. If you have big plans in 2026, building healthy habits while managing stress and anxiety are critical. Karin shares her personal best practices and explains how Earkick makes a real difference in the lives of their users.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Karin's Journey from Musician to Entrepreneur</p><p>03:24 Creativity and the Importance of Breaks</p><p>05:48 The Role of Community in Entrepreneurship</p><p>10:29 Mental Health as a Business Opportunity</p><p>13:40 The Evolution of Mental Health Awareness</p><p>17:16 Introducing Earkick A New Approach to Mental Health 20:13 The Science Behind Earkick's Effectiveness</p><p>23:28 Personalization in AI Therapy</p><p>26:38 Real-Life Impact of Earkick</p><p>29:54 The Role of Employers in Mental Health</p><p>33:14 Building Trust in Mental Health Solutions</p><p>36:55 The Future of AI in Mental Health</p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>Don't be shy and come say hi:</p><p></p><p>Connect with Johannes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/</b></a></p><p>Follow Karin: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/karinstephan/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/karinstephan/</a> Check out Earkick: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://earkick.com/" target="_blank">https://earkick.com/</a></p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>More about AI To Go:</p><p>✨ Watch more Episodes on YouTube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiL3_cC9nmXALQiaqlYs2Kw</a></p><p>✨ Listen on Apple Podcasts: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-to-go-podcast/id1866997458</a></p><p>✨ Listen on Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X9XgIv1qtCYtExziNMyXK</a><br />✨ Receive all Updates on LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-to-go-podcast/</a></p>no00:44:2921Big plans in 2026? This AI helps you deal with stress & anxiety (ft. Karin Stephan, COO at Earkick)full