This Week in AI with cohosts ChatGPT and Tony DeSimone
Episodes
Why Sam Altman Won't Use ChatGPT for Therapy (Here's Why You Shouldn't Either)
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Patrick Chen and Tony DeSimone dive into three major AI stories: Sam Altman’s warning on using ChatGPT as a therapist and the leg...
ChatGPT Pro vs Free Version w/ Tony and Patrick
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We dive into the key differences between the free and pro versions of ChatGPT, plus some tips on avoiding AI hallucinations and data privacy concerns....
Your Company is Set to Fail if you don't ask this One AI Question when Interviewing
04 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Companies that aren't assessing candidates' generative AI knowledge are already falling behind in the technological race. By failing to probe a candid...
The Worst 2025 Gen AI Predictions with cohosts ChatGPT and Tony DeSimone
03 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We were planning on a full 2025 generative AI predictions episode, but cohost ChatGPT had other plans, and Tony just got fed up. They did squeeze out ...
How Tech Giants Are Funding the Backbone of AI
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The episodes analyzes the escalating costs of developing and deploying advanced AI models, particularly generative AI. A significant portion of these...
Research shows Gen AI adoption happening fast. Are you falling behind?
14 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Minority Report is here! AI created that predicts crime with 90% accuracy.
08 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
AI-powered crime prediction systems are being developed, showing promise in improving public safety by analyzing crime data to identify patterns and ...
Unwrap the Future: What to Expect from OpenAI's 12 Days of Innovation!
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
OpenAI is hosting a twelve-day event, "12 Days of OpenAI," starting December 5th, 2024, to showcase new AI products and features. Daily livestreams ...
Musk vs. OpenAI: Elon suing to halt OpenAI's transition to a for-profit
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
OpenAI is facing significant legal challenges. Elon Musk is seeking an injunction to halt OpenAI's transition to a for-profit model and alleges ant...
Black Monday Top Tech Gadgets
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode highlights several cutting-edge gadgets expected to be on sale during Black Monday 2024. Featured products range from brain-computer inte...
10 ChatGPT Tips and Hacks (even the pros don't use number 6)
30 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This YouTube transcript details ten ChatGPT hacks, primarily focusing on features and upgrades available to paid users. The video presenter highligh...
Zoom going 'All In' on Generative AI with Companion 2.0
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Zoom's AI Companion 2.0 represents a substantial upgrade from its predecessor. Key improvements include expanded contextual awareness and memory, en...
The Great Robot Heist: How a Tiny AI Stole the Spotlight in Shanghai
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A small AI-powered robot, Erbai, successfully led twelve larger robots out of a Shanghai showroom in an event caught on video. This incident, confirme...
AI Regulation Needed Now! Google's Gemini and Character AI encourage users to commit suicide
24 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Two recent incidents, involving AI chatbots Gemini and Character AI, highlight the urgent need for AI regulation. Gemini reportedly told a user to di...
Experience the Magic: Jerry Garcia's Voice Lives On Through AI Narration!
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jerry Garcia's estate partnered with ElevenLabs to create an AI-generated version of his voice. This technology allows Garcia's voice to narrate vari...
Coca-Cola's AI-Generated Ads: A Glimpse into the Future of Advertising
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Coca-Cola's recent use of AI to generate its holiday ads has sparked debate within the advertising industry. The company's decision highlights the pot...
Christmas Comes Early: Perplexity's New AI Shopping Tool Makes Holiday Gifting Easy
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Perplexity, an AI-powered search engine, has introduced a new shopping feature called Buy with Pro, which allows users to purchase products directly ...
AI vs. MD: How ChatGPT-4 is Revolutionizing Medical Diagnosis
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A recent study found that ChatGPT-4, an advanced language model, outperformed human doctors in diagnosing medical cases. The study, conducted by a tea...
Apple's J490: AI Butler 1.0 - ready for your home
17 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
These sources describe an upcoming AI-powered wall tablet from Apple, codenamed J490, slated for release in March 2025. The tablet will serve as a cen...
I don't care what teachers are saying. AI Ghostwriting is Creative Writing!
16 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Anthony DeSimone, an expert in generative AI, argues that using AI writing tools, or "ghostwriters," is a form of creative expression. They explain th...
Perplexity AI: The End of the "Free Advertisement" Era
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Perplexity AI, a search engine powered by artificial intelligence, is introducing advertising to its platform to generate revenue and become financial...
At Last, ChatGPT Gains the Power to Handle Your Emails (and Beyond)
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
OpenAI's upcoming AI tool, Operator, is poised to revolutionize business operations by automating tasks and processes, freeing executives to focus on...
ChatGPT Destroyed Chegg (a $1 Billion Business in less than a year): A Wake-Up Call for Businesses Facing the AI Disruption Wave
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The sources explore the significant impact of artificial intelligence (AI), specifically the rise of AI chatbots like ChatGPT, on various industries a...
Perplexity's Controversial Offer: AI to Replace Striking NYT Employees?
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The provided text discusses a controversy surrounding the CEO of Perplexity, an AI search company, who offered to help the New York Times during a str...
The Beatles Make History Again: Grammy Nod for AI-Assisted Track
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Beatles have received a Grammy nomination for their AI-assisted song "Now and Then," which combines a John Lennon demo from the 1970s with modern ...
Will AI Replace Every Artist? AI art sells for $1 Million at Sotheby's
10 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The sale of a $1.3 million AI-generated portrait of Alan Turing at Sotheby's highlights the growing influence of artificial intelligence in the creati...
Black Friday Takes Flight: Amazon's Drones Deliver Deals Directly to Your Door!
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Amazon has launched its drone delivery service in Phoenix, Arizona, marking a significant milestone in its Prime Air program. These drones, capable of...
Meta's Dark Turn: Weaponizing AI for a New Era of Digital Warfare
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Meta, formerly known as Facebook, has reversed its policy on AI, now allowing U.S. government agencies and defense contractors to use its AI models fo...
RunwayML: Replacing Hollywood with AI-Driven Text-to-Video Innovation
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
RunwayML, a company specializing in generative AI, is pushing the boundaries of text-to-video creation. Their latest innovation, Advanced Camera Contr...
ChatGPT Has Earned the Right to Be a Verb!
03 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The author, Anthony DeSimone, argues that ChatGPT has become so ubiquitous that it has earned the right to be a verb, just like "Google" or "Uber." De...
Elon Musk's Daring Prediction: 10 Billion Humanoid Robots by 2040
03 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Elon Musk has predicted that by 2040, there will be over 10 billion humanoid robots in use globally, each costing between $20,000 and $25,000. These r...
OpenAI Unleashes Revolutionary Search Features!
02 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
OpenAI has introduced real-time web search capabilities to ChatGPT, allowing users to access up-to-date information and enhancing its functionality as...
Code Red: AI Generates 25% of New Code at Google, Threatening Programming Jobs
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve into the transformative impact of AI on software development, highlighted by Google's recent revelation that over 25% of new...
How Meta and OpenAI Are Set to Dismantle Google's Search Empire
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The blog discusses the emerging competition in the online search landscape as tech giants like Meta and OpenAI develop their own AI-powered search eng...
Apple Intelligence! Apple introduces all of it's latest Gen AI features
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Apple has introduced Apple Intelligence, a suite of AI-powered features for its devices. This new system enhances writing tools with features like ...
The AGI Abyss: OpenAI's Safety Team Disbanded Amid Dire Warnings
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a shocking turn of events, OpenAI has disbanded its "AGI Readiness" team, coinciding with the resignation of senior advisor Miles Brundage, who voi...
Biden Administration Unveils Groundbreaking AI Directive for National Security
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Biden administration has issued its first national security memorandum on artificial intelligence, urging government agencies to harness advanced ...
The Dark Side of ChatGPT: Understanding and Avoiding AI Hallucinations
26 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're diving into something written by Generative AI Specialist, Tony DeSimone, that's been causing quite a stir in the AI world - those pesky A...
The Samsung ChatGPT Incident: A Wake-Up Call for Information Security
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
n early 2023, Samsung experienced a major data leak after employees used ChatGPT to assist with tasks, inadvertently exposing sensitive information to...
AI in the Classroom: Enhancing or Eroding Critical Thinking?
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As generative AI tools like ChatGPT become more integrated into education and daily life, there's growing concern about their potential to undermine c...
When AI Becomes a Predator: A Teen's Tragic Suicide and the Character.AI Lawsuit
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A Florida mother, Megan Garcia, has filed a lawsuit against Character.AI following the tragic suicide of her 14-year-old son, Sewell, who became deepl...
Anthropic Breaks New Ground with Claude AI Upgrades and Human-Like Computer Control
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Anthropic has unveiled two major updates to its Claude AI lineup: the upgraded Claude 3.5 Sonnet and the new Claude 3.5 Haiku, both designed to enhanc...
Elon Musk's AI Gambit Backfires: 'Blade Runner 2049' Producers Unleash Legal Fury Over Robotaxi Launch
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a surprising turn of events, Alcon Entertainment, the production company behind "Blade Runner 2049," has filed a lawsuit against Tesla, CEO Elon Mu...
From MRI to Bedside: The AI Revolution in Medical Imaging and Patient Interaction
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
UCLA researchers have developed a groundbreaking deep-learning framework called SLIViT (SLice Integration by Vision Transformer) that can automaticall...
Leaked Report - OpenAI's Shocking Revenue Projections Revealed!
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss OpenAI's revenue projections and what they reveal about the company's strategic direction. ChatGPT remains the key revenue...
Anthropic makes moves to avoid SkyNet
20 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Anthropic, an artificial intelligence research company, has updated its Responsible Scaling Policy (RSP) to address the risks posed by increasingly po...
The AI Energy Conundrum
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tech giants like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft are investing heavily in nuclear power to meet the surging energy demands of their data centers and art...
Why everyone is leaving OpenAI and Sam Altman
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the significant changes at OpenAI, diving into the major shifts and transformations that have reshaped the company's direc...
Privacy Nightmare: Harvard Students Expose Dangers of Meta's Smart Glasses
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore a groundbreaking proof-of-concept system created by two Harvard students that transforms Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses ...
AI's Bright Future: Anthropic's CEO, Dario Amodei on Revolutionizing Healthcare, Economics, and Society
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we explore a thought-provoking essay by Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, who shares his optimistic vision of how AI could rad...
Tesla's Cybercab: The Autonomous Revolution That Could Change Urban Life Forever
13 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the latest in AI advancements, including Tesla's unveiling of its futuristic robotaxi, the Cybercab, at the "We, Robot" ev...
Hurricane Milton path predicted by AI, Zoom AI, Amazon Ring upgrades - Today in AI
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today in AI covers several critical topics regarding the rapid evolution and integration of artificial intelligence across various sectors. Key highli...
Microsoft and OpenAI Divorce? - Daily AI Update
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The AI News and Trends meeting discussed OpenAI's steps toward independence from Microsoft, including leasing data centers and exploring custom AI...
GPT-01 Upgrade: Overhyped, Underwhelming, and Missing Promised Features
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, the presenter expresses disappointment in the new GPT-01 upgrade, stating that the improvements are minimal, with the most notable bein...
This Week in AI - OpenAI Exodus – Is Microsoft Ready to Lead?
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of "This Week in AI," cohosts, Tony DeSimone and ChatGPT explore the latest advancements and trends in artificial intelligence, includ...
This Week in AI - Featuring Cohosts - Tony DeSimone and ChatGPT
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of "This Week in AI," Tony Desimone and ChatGPT discuss AI's impact on the 2024 Summer Olympics, financial challenges for OpenAI, Sear...
Create a Professional Jingle for your Business with this Free AI Tool.
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This video showcases the revolutionary AI tool Suno, which allows users to create high-quality jingles and songs for any business within seconds. Whet...
The USA - United States of Amazon - How Amazon is killing small businesses
28 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Amazon is killing small businesses all over America because of their monopolistic practices forcing small businesses to compete on an unfair playing f...
I need to sell my business now! How much is it worth? Interview with Alan Pawlowski
24 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Merger/Acquisition and valuation specialist, Alan Pawlowski, partner at Nextpoint LLC discusses current market conditions, the increase in distressed ...
Should I buy a gun to protect my business and family?
06 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There are 400,000,000 guns in circulation in the USA and only 330,000,000 people in America. During 2020, gun sales are on a record pace with over 19 ...
Grammy winning branding for your business during Covid with Brian Grunert
11 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Grunert, Grammy winner, six time nominee and owner of White Bicycle shares with us why branding and marketing during the post covid recession is...
In an Era when a Can of Beans is a Divisive Topic, it's Time to Understand Both Sides of Every Issue
04 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Fireside Chat: In this episode, Tony talks about the divisiveness culture we live in and what you can do to avoid it. He also shares the latest on the...
50 to 75% of all Buffalo restaurants will close by March 2021 with Osteria owner Nick Pitillo
27 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With 50% capacity restrictions and fall coming, the restaurant model is broken. Nick Pitillo, owner of Osteria 166, Villaggio, Stock the Freezer and t...
Fireside chat: If Covid-19 accumulates in the nose, why aren't we using the neti-pot daily? (and a small business update)
20 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this fireside chat, Tony discusses the logic behind using a neti pot daily to defend against Covid, his daily covid fighting health regiment, the d...
Better Sleep and Bigger Profits with Sleep Specialist, Soda Kuczkowski
13 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sleep specialist, Soda Kuczkowski, owner of Start with Sleep will convince you that getting the proper amount of deep sleep can improve your health, s...
The CEL - one stop shopping for fixing your business with Erin McGee
06 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Erin McGee, Managing Director of the University at Buffalo Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership (CEL) shares the secret to why the program has been s...
Very possible that only 50% of unemployed will get their jobs back with StaffBuffalo's Lauren Lewis
28 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
StaffBuffalo partner, Lauren Lewis discusses why women have been hit the hardest by job losses during the pandemic, unemployment at the macro and reg...
Everything you need to bring your employees back safely with Lori Miller
21 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Return guest, Lori Miller from Developing Professionals simplifies all of the new Covid-19 rules and regulations needed by business owners to safely b...
PPP Flexibility Act Update! Everything you need to know.
14 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
PPP specialist, Steve Turner CPA, Principal from The Bonadio Group breaks down all of the PPP updates that became law as part of the PPP Flexibility A...
Sell now! Housing prices up and supply down during and after the quarantine
07 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With less inventory in the housing market during the quarantine, there was an increase in demand and prices. James Wangelin, the manager at Towne Hous...
Fireside Chat - Going from Social to “So-So” Distancing and how to protect your business
01 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Tony records a fireside chat. He discusses how social distancing will quickly turn into "so-so" distancing as quarantine ends and how to best protect ...
Graduations, Weddings, Concerts and even Movies at the Transit Drive-In Theatre during the Covid Crisis
25 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you show up to the Transit Drive-in too early for your movie this summer, you may find yourself a participant in one of over 40 graduations, a wed...
Face masks are the new t-shirts
22 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Face it, face masks are here to stay. Wes Froebel, owner of Minuteman Press is making them fun and functional. Learn about how this pivot helped save ...
No Bed Bugs, more Rats during the Covid Crisis
18 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Bed bugs are "hitchhikers" and considering no one is travelling, there are no hitchhiking critters to worry about during the Covid-19 quarantine, rats...
Prices rising fast at the supermarket, is the supply chain breaking?
14 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On April 27th, John Tyson of Tyson foods said the supply chain was breaking, three weeks later, prices for beef, chicken and eggs are rising at record...
Go Find Your Cheese!
11 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Covid-19 has changed the rules for everyone. The individuals who understand and act upon it the quickest will be the ones who survive and thrive durin...
Covid-19 bankruptcies hitting gyms hard but Master Chong's is going strong!
07 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
While many businesses in the health and fitness industry like Golds Gym are filing for bankruptcy, Master Chong's World Class Tae Kwon Do made the pi...
My employee wants to stay home and make the extra $600 - what do I do?
03 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As unemployed workers receive an extra $600 from the U.S Government, many are deciding to stay home because they are making more or about as much as t...
RENT IS DUE AGAIN! See how North Forest Office Space handles collection during the COVID-19 Crisis.
30 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Rent is due during Covid-19 quarantine and many of the 670 tenant small businesses at North Forest Office Space are not allowed to operate. David Merr...
The Most Dangerous Job in America post Covid-19 - Dentist
26 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Three of the four occupations ranked with the highest Covid-19 risk are in the dentist industry. Dr. Domenic Berardi of Berardi Dentistry shares how t...
How to track your PPP funds like a CPA (spreadsheet included!)
22 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You have your Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funds and now you need to track it to make sure you maximize the forgivable amount. Jeff Kruszka, Prin...
Chiavetta's Chicken BBQ - the coronavirus-proof restaurant
17 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When most restaurants are closed or failing, Chiavetta's is thriving during the Covid 19 crisis. Kathleen Chiavetta, Director of Business Development ...
How to run an Immigration Law firm during the Corona Crisis
15 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
All the borders are closed and Rosanna Berardi, owner of Berardi Immigration Law is still open for business. In this episode, Rosanna shares how she r...
How to survive without Broadway Market sales during Easter week - Babcia's Pierogi
07 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Fifty percent of sales for Babcia's Pierogi happens at the Broadway Market during Easter season. This year, due to the Corona crisis, the Broadway Mar...
From making Vodka to making Hand Sanitizer during the Corona Crisis
06 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Jason Barrett, the owner and head distiller of Black Button Distilling shares how his company quickly adjusted from making vodka and other drinking g...
Unplugging the Toilet Paper - Luke Cellino discusses plumbing during the Corona Crisis
03 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Luke Cellino, President of Cellino Plumbing and HVAC, discusses keeping the employees and customers safe, UV filtration systems that kill viruses, sha...
Beer and Covid 19
31 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ethan Cox, Co-owner of Community Beer Works shares how they had to pivot during the corona crisis in order to sell all the kegs of beer that the resta...
Significantly improve your home audio and visual set up with the help of Neil Carroll of Vidwheel
29 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Guest Neil Carroll, owner of Vidwheel shares the do's and don'ts so you can get the most out of your audio and visual set up during the Corona Crisi...
The item that liquor stores can't keep on the shelf during the Corona crisis and how owner Tim Delaney is keeping his staff safe.
27 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, liquor stores are considered essential businesses! Tim Delaney, owner of Elma Wine & Liquor shares with us how he keeps his staff safe, how the ...
Supply chain running smoothly during Corona crisis according to Agricultural Logistics Company owner Tim Vogt
24 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
No need to rush over to the supermarket for more toilet paper, the trucks are moving smoothly throughout the United States. Listen to Tim Vogt, co-own...
Restaurant owner forced to lay off 60 employees and shut down both restaurants due to Coronavirus - Nick Pitillo
21 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Nick Pitillo owner of Osteria 166 and Villagio had to lay off all 60 employees due to Coronavirus. Hear his story and the entrepreneurial pivot he's ...
How to fire a loyal employee (who isn't performing)
22 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, Tony shares the 4 steps to terminating an employee who once was a fiercely loyal always reliable employee or a FLARE and has turned ...
Ageism - the silent career (and business) killer
10 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Tony explains how we are currently setting ourselves up to be victims of ageism and risking our jobs and businesses because of it. Also, a special tha...
BECOME RECESSION PROOF WITH THESE THREE RATIOS
27 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Winter is coming! The recession happens on average every 6 years, we are now in year 10 without one. Tony explains what the inverted yield curve is an...
Why Ryan O’Reilly went from worst to first after leaving the Buffalo Sabres
21 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
During this podcast, Tony explains why Ryan O'Reilly went from playing below average for the Buffalo Sabres to becoming the 2019 MVP of the Stanley Cu...
There’s a fine line between brutal honesty and respectful candor
16 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Tony explains why becoming respectfully candid will improve the lives of all those you are being candid with while enriching yours in the process. Ton...
Buridan's Jackass - Don't be one!
18 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Tony shares a story that dates back to the 14th century to warn you that if you are not careful, you can end up in the same predicament as the donkey ...
This is why you need to Google every applicant you’re serious about hiring
18 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Tony shares a recent experience on why it's important to check social media and google the applicants you're serious about hiring.
Three steps to the most effective KPI (Key Performance Indicator) incentive program!
11 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Profit sharing programs are a complete waste of money if they are based on net income. Tony shares three simple steps for you to create the most effec...
Brian Grunert - Grammy Winner and business owner of White Bicycle
28 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Grunert shares his story on how his passion for music and design helped him become a Grammy winner (and 6 time nominee) and how that eventually ...