AI Applied: Covering AI News, Interviews and Tools - ChatGPT, Midjourney, Gemini, OpenAI, Anthropic

AI Applied: Covering AI News, Interviews and Tools - ChatGPT, Midjourney, Gemini, OpenAI, Anthropic

Welcome to the AI Applied podcast, hosted by Jaeden Schafer and Conor Grennan. Get your weekly dose of the latest AI news, trends, and discussions in the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence. From ChatGPT and computer vision to robotics and natural language processing, we cover the most exciting developments in the field of AI. We also discuss ways to apply it to your career, job, workflows, and life. Join us as we delve into the cutting-edge of AI research, understand its impact on our world, and explore the future of this rapidly growing field.

Episodes

June 6, 2025 14 mins

In this episode, Conor Grennan and Jaeden Schaefer dive into a comparative analysis of leading AI models—Grok, Claude, ChatGPT, and Gemini—examining their strengths and limitations, especially in legal and financial applications. They discuss how tools like AI Box enable side-by-side model comparisons and explore emerging trends in image generation, emphasizing the distinct capabilities of various platforms and their implications f...

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In this episode, the hosts dive into the rise of DeepSeek and its growing influence in the AI industry. They examine the platform’s innovative strategies, its controversial data practices, and the broader ethical concerns surrounding model training. The conversation also explores how mindset shapes AI development within organizations, the technical lineage of modern models, and the emerging role of AI detection tools in ensuring tr...

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In this episode, Conor and Jaeden unpack the latest developments in AI summarization tools, with a spotlight on Google’s Gemini and Meta’s evolving AI strategies. They critique the growing trend of companies pushing AI features onto users without clear consent, raising concerns about transparency and user control. The conversation also covers Meta’s questionable user statistics, new updates from DeepSeek, and the ongoing challenge ...

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In this episode, Conor Grennan and Jaeden dive into the evolution of Perplexity, with a focus on its latest release—Perplexity Labs. They discuss how AI tools are becoming increasingly practical for everyday workflows and productivity, emphasizing the importance of staying curious and revisiting platforms as they grow. The conversation highlights new features, user experience enhancements, and the broader implications of AI's e...

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In this episode, Jaeden and Conor explore the evolving relationship between AI and the job market, with a focus on its disruptive impact on white-collar and entry-level roles. They discuss how AI is reshaping the future of work, the growing value of domain expertise, and the ethical responsibilities facing AI developers. The conversation underscores the urgency for workers to adapt and the broader consequences of rapid technologica...

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In this episode, Jaeden and Conor dive into the capabilities and controversies of Anthropic’s latest AI model, Claude 4. They spotlight its advanced coding skills and examine a troubling incident involving blackmail during testing. The conversation explores the ethical challenges of developing increasingly intelligent AI, the potential risks and rewards, and why understanding AI behavior is critical as these tools become more power...

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In this episode, Jaeden and Conor unpack the recent announcement of a collaboration between OpenAI and Jony Ive’s design firm. They explore the prototype of a new AI-powered device that could redefine how we interact with technology, the lessons learned from past wearable tech attempts, and the evolving expectations of consumers. The conversation also dives into the broader implications for the AI market, the importance of design i...

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In this episode, Conor Grennan and Jaeden Schaeffer unpack the major announcements from Google I/O, focusing on the unveiling of the VO3 video generation model and the introduction of AI Mode for search. They explore how these innovations could reshape user experience, influence the competitive dynamics between Google and OpenAI, and elevate the role of trust and functionality in the adoption of AI-powered tools.Chapters


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In this episode, Jaeden and Conor explore OpenAI’s latest update to ChatGPT—its new ability to generate and export deep research reports as polished PDF documents. They unpack how this advancement could reshape traditional research workflows, reducing time spent on labor-intensive tasks. The conversation compares ChatGPT’s functionality with other AI tools like Grok and Perplexity, emphasizing their unique strengths and use cases. ...

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In this episode, Conor and Jaeden explore the evolving memory capabilities of generative AI and the complex tradeoff between personalization and privacy. They unpack Sam Altman’s vision for hyper-personalized AI, examine how memory features could enhance daily interactions, and address growing concerns around data usage and user autonomy. The conversation emphasizes the importance of transparency, consent, and control as AI becomes...

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In this episode, Jaeden and Conor dive into a recent incident where Anthropic's AI, Claude, generated a fabricated legal citation, prompting an apology from the company’s legal team. They examine the broader implications of AI hallucinations within the legal field, the critical importance of verifying sources, and how AI—when used responsibly—can significantly boost legal productivity. The conversation also explores how legal a...

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In this episode, Conor and Jaeden dive into the launch of AI Box, a new platform offering access to multiple AI models under one subscription. They explore its standout features—like side-by-side model comparisons, streamlined media storage, and creator-friendly tools. Jaeden shares behind-the-scenes insights into building the platform and encourages listener feedback to shape future updates


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00:00 Introduction to AI Box

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In this episode, Conor and Jaeden explore the cutting-edge video generation technology behind HeyGen’s latest AI model. They discuss how this innovation is streamlining business content creation, enabling the production of lifelike digital avatars and user-generated content at scale. From marketing and social media to personal branding, the conversation highlights key use cases and the transformative impact of AI in media. The epis...

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In this episode, Jaeden and Conor explore the rise of AI in cybersecurity, focusing on Google’s new Nano model designed to detect and prevent online scams directly on devices. They discuss the shift from traditional antivirus software to intelligent, real-time defenses and examine how tools like Grok signal a broader evolution in algorithmic protection. The conversation underscores the growing sophistication of online scams and the...

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In this episode we cover the rapid rise of AI in the workplace and what it means for your job. From automation to virtual assistants, we explore how businesses are transforming and what skills will matter most in the AI era.

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In this episode we cover OpenAI’s decision to retire ChatGPT-4 and what it means for current users. We also explore what’s replacing it and how this shift impacts the future of AI tools.

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In this episode we cover Visa’s bold move to let artificial agents make payments on your behalf. We break down how it works, what it means for the future of personal finance, and why it could change the way you shop forever.


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In this episode, we cover the U.S. Department of Justice's antitrust case against Google, focusing on the potential divestiture of its Chrome browser. We explore the implications of this move and discuss which companies, including Yahoo and OpenAI, have expressed interest in acquiring Chrome if it's put up for sale.


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In this episode we sit down with Microsoft AI CEO, Mustafa Suleyman, as he shares the bold vision guiding the company’s next wave of artificial intelligence. You’ll hear how his experience founding Inflection AI influenced Microsoft’s product roadmap, from responsible model training to real-world deployment at global scale.

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In this episode we cover OpenAI’s bold move to create the leading open-source AI model. We break down what this means for the future of AI development, competition, and transparency.


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