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In this episode of the Smarter Campus Podcast, host Zach Kinzler sits down with Michael Curtin, Innovation Coordinator and Adjunct Faculty in Informatics at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.Michael’s path is anything but ordinary — moving between the worlds of video game development and academia, he’s built a rare perspective on how to bridge creativity, technology, and education.Together, Zach and Michael explore how the skills that make great game designers — experimentation, iteration, and imagination — are exactly what higher education needs to navigate the AI era.In this episode, you’ll hear about:How Michael’s work in video games naturally led him to AI innovationWhy universities need “translators” who can bridge technical and non-technical communitiesThe expectation problem — why people think AI should act like every other programWhat makes ChatGPT 3.5 a turning point for higher educationHow AI can serve as a “thought partner” for rapid ideation and creative explorationThe importance of…

AI isn’t just becoming more capable. It’s becoming more personal. And even more “adult.” This week, Paul and Mike lead off with Sam Altman’s provocative comments about ChatGPT’s role in mental health and the growing debate over our emotional relationships with AI. Then, from blue-collar workers adopting ChatGPT as a daily tool to tech CEOs warning of an impending jobs shock, the episode explores how AI is quietly reshaping both the labor market and human identity. They also unpack major industry releases, from Google’s new Veo 3.1 and Anthropic’s Haiku 4.5 to Spotify’s “artist-first” AI music push, revealing the race to define who benefits from intelligent machines. Over and over in this episode, we ask what’s becoming a defining question of the AI age: Who’s in control of the future we’re building? Show Notes: Access the show notes and show links here Timestamps: 00:00:00 — Intro 00:05:09 —ChatGPT, AI Relationships, and Mental Health 00:18:58 — MAICON 2025 Takeaways 00:29:57 — AI’s Increasing Impact on…

This series of Voices of Student Success focuses on the use of generative artificial intelligence in higher education and how technology can support student

Episode 171 explores AI in regulated industries, scaling strategies, customer engagement, and why asking better questions drives real value.

Dan Levy and Angela Pérez share about Teaching Effectively with ChatGPT on episode 538 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast

A short time ago, I had a fun conversation with Clyde ISD’s Saicy Lytle and Mike Neal. They are the hosts of the Ruff Draft podcast. We had a chance to discuss a blog entry I wrote about bot …

Ep. 169 of The Artificial Intelligence Show answers 20 of the top AI questions from our 51st Intro to AI class, covering learning, jobs, ethics, and more.

Tricia Bertram Gallant, coauthor of The Opposite of Cheating: Teaching for Integrity in the Age of AI, joins us to discuss questions about academic dish...

Welcome to the Artificial Intelligence Podcast with Jonathan Green! In this episode, we dive into the intriguing dynamics of business self-destruction and the AI hype cycle with our distinguished guest, Lawrence Mandelberg. Lawrence, an expert in organizational growth and sustainability, shares valuable insights on why some businesses unwittingly set themselves up for failure and how to navigate the complex landscape of change management. Lawrence discusses the common pitfalls businesses enco…

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In Episode 15 of Smarter Campus, host Zach Kinzler sits down with AI policy consultant, debate coach, and author Stefan Bauschard to explore how AI is reshaping education and society. They dive into:Stefan’s journey from computer science teacher and debate champion to AI policy expertHis eye-opening “aha” moment discovering ChatGPT’s potential to outpace GoogleWhy the real conversation should shift from cheating concerns to AI’s transformative possibilitiesPractical strategies for teachers: embrace AI tools ethically and help students navigate biasThe looming labor market disruption ahead—and how both educators and learners can prepareTune in for a candid discussion on responsibly harnessing AI to unlock positive change—because adapting is everyone’s responsibility.

In this episode, we dive into the world of bot stacking—the strategic use of multiple AI tools to boost creativity, productivity, and personalization in education. We're joined by Miguel Guhlin from TCEA, author of the original blog post that insp...

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We paused for the holiday, but the AI news didn’t! In this episode of The Artificial Intelligence Show, Paul Roetzer and Mike Kaput explore how AI is already reshaping the job market, with new research showing sharp declines in entry-level roles. They unpack Silicon Valley’s $100M super PAC aimed at blocking AI regulation, highlight Google’s breakthrough “Nano Banana” image editor, Meta’s AI team struggles, and more in our rapid-fire section. Show Notes: Access the show notes and show links here Timestamps: 00:00:00 — Intro 00:07:17 — AI Labor Market Signals 00:16:37 — AI Industry’s Increasing Political Influence 00:28:33 — Google’s Stunning “Nano Banana” Image Editor 00:34:26 — OpenAI Parental Controls and Support Features 00:38:23 — Anthropic Settles Authors’ Copyright Lawsuit 00:42:44 — Meta’s AI Strategy in Flux 00:46:06 — GenAI App Landscape Report 00:51:10 — OpenAI–Anthropic Joint Safety Evaluation 00:54:37 — Jensen Huang Suggests AI Will Create a Four-Day Workweek 01:00:11 — Microsoft’s AI Excel…

AI that feels conscious is coming faster than society is ready for… In Episode 164 of The Artificial Intelligence Show, Paul Roetzer and Mike Kaput unpack the viral MIT study, the brutal reality of companies forcing AI adoption, and Mustafa Suleyman’s warning about “seemingly conscious AI.” Alongside these deep dives, our rapid-fire section gives updates on Meta’s AI reorg, Otter.ai’s legal troubles, Google and Apple’s AI strategies, and the environmental impact of AI usage. Show Notes: Access the show notes and show links here Timestamps: 00:00:00 — Intro 00:05:52 — MIT Report on Gen AI Pilots 00:16:26 — AI’s Evolving Impact on Jobs 00:25:00 — AI and Consciousness 00:35:48 — Meta’s AI Reorg and Vision 00:40:59 — Otter.ai Legal Troubles 00:46:30 — Sam Altman on GPT-6 00:51:14 — Google Gemini and Pixel 10 00:56:20 — Apple May Use Gemini for Siri 00:59:49 — Lex Fridman Interviews Sundar Pichai 01:05:38 — AI Environmental Impact 01:10:37 — AI Funding and Product Updates This week’s episode is brought to you by…

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Explore how AI is reshaping higher education as faculty navigate ethics, pedagogy, and student engagement—offering practical strategies for integrating AI in the classroom with purpose and clarity.

If your company isn’t talking about an AI-forward strategy, it might be falling behind. In this episode, Paul Roetzer and Mike Kaput break down what Salesforce’s Marc Benioff and other leaders are saying about AI-driven job cuts, OpenAI’s bold new plan to certify 10 million Americans in AI skills, and how the U.S. government is teaming up with Big Tech to push AI education. Plus, in our rapid-fire section, stay tuned for insights into Google’s antitrust case, plans for Apple’s AI search engine, and more. Show Notes: Access the show notes and show links here Timestamps: 00:00:00 — Intro 00:07:00 — OpenAI Jobs Platform 00:18:45 — Salesforce AI Job Cuts 00:31:12 — US AI Education 00:41:08 — OpenAI Secondary Sale and Cash Burn 00:45:40 — OpenAI Executive Guide 00:48:00 — OAI Labs 00:52:33 — Google Antitrust Case 00:54:35 — AI Progress Update 00:59:13 — Research on Hallucinations 01:04:56 — Apple’s AI Search Engine Plans for Siri 01:06:52 — Prompt Injection in Customer Service 01:11:38 — AI Product and Funding…

Leon Furze argues that the real tension with AI and writing isn’t “death of writing” but purpose. When schools prize the product over the process, generative AI flattens the whole writing cycle, letting students jump from “I need a piece” straight to publication. That shortcut may be fine for functional emails or content farms, but in education the process is the learning; flatten it, and you flatten learning too.

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In this episode, Eli Davis talks with Zach Kinzler, an AI educator and advocate. They discuss Kinzler’s background, his work in integrating AI into education, and his experiences working with students globally, including in Africa. Kinzler shares insights into AI trends, misconceptions, and the importance of AI literacy. Additionally, the episode touches on the Smarter Campus Podcast, Bootle Box, and practical tips for those in engineering looking to leverage AI. We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers’ timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit…

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From the environmental costs of data centers to the cultural biases baked into today’s models, Paul Roetzer and Cathy McPhillips answer your questions from our 50th Intro to AI class. Throughout the episode, they unpack the gray areas of AI-generated content, debate what the rise of agents means for work, and consider how creatives can stay ahead with AI. Show Notes: Access the show notes and show links here Timestamps: 00:00:00 — Intro 00:05:13 — Question #1: Which environmental concern feels most urgent for the AI industry to solve? 00:07:58 — Question #2: How well do AI models reflect diverse languages and cultures? 00:10:25 — Question #3: What risks and ownership issues come with AI-generated video and images in marketing? 00:15:26 — Question #4: What are the best ways to start experimenting with AI agents? 00:18:22 — Question #5: Is there value in using multiple AI platforms to cross-check results? 00:22:06 — Question #6: How should businesses weigh built-in AI assistants versus standalone tools like…

Would you trust a synthetic version of yourself to teach your audience? One CEO just did, and it’s raising questions about authenticity, attention, and the future of thought leadership. In this week’s episode, Paul and Mike examine OpenAI’s billion-dollar power plays, the deeper implications of its “People First AI Fund,” and why Microsoft, Oracle, and OpenAI might be creating value out of thin air. They also analyze Replit’s Agent 3, a next-gen AI dev tool claiming 10x more autonomy, and why it may hint at what’s coming across industries. Plus, stay tuned for commentary on AI’s impact on jobs, the economy, and a controversial AI Podcast startup. Show Notes: Access the show notes and show links here Timestamps: 00:00:00 — Intro 00:04:51 — OpenAI and Microsoft Partnership 00:18:31 — Replit’s Agent 3 and What It Means for the Future of Agents 00:30:15 — AI Avatars for Executives 00:42:36 — OpenAI and Oracle Compute Deal 00:47:00 — Anthropic’s $1.5B Authors Settlement Under Scrutiny 00:51:17 — Internal Tensions…

Earlier this summer, I recorded an episode of the Scaling Laws podcast with MacKenzie Price, founder of Alpha Schools—schools “where kids crush academics in two hours, build life skills through workshops, and thrive beyond the classroom.” The secret is AI, but likely not the sort of AI that comes to...