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A U.S. vs China AI cold war is starting, and most business leaders have no idea they're already in it.

China's open models just closed the gap with America's best, oftentimes at a fraction of the price.

Now both governments are moving to wall off their AI within days of each other.

Why? Because this was never about benchmarks. It's about power y'all. 

We break it all down on today's show and help you figure out the 101 of the AI war between U.S. and China. 

Ep 886: The U.S. vs China AI Cold War Is Starting: What It Means and How It Impacts You (Replay)

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Topics Covered in This Episode:
U.S.-China AI Cold War Overview
Chinese AI Models Closing U.S. Gap
Government Restrictions on AI Model Access
Economic and Geopolitical AI Power Struggle
Risks for U.S. Businesses Using Chinese AI
Open Source vs. Closed Source AI Debate
Chinese AI Model Pricing Undercuts U.S.
AI Model Distillation and U.S. Security Concerns
Enterprise AI Cost-Effectiveness Benchmarks
Microsoft Testing Chinese AI Deployments
Future AI Model Export Controls & Strategies
Recommendations for AI Model Sourcing and Risk

Timestamps:

00:00 US-China AI tensions escalate
04:30 Switching to Chinese AI models
08:47 US vs China in open source models
11:39 China's narrative control efforts
14:42 Challenges in AI model development
18:25 Differentiating open source strategies
23:04 AI model cost-effectiveness analysis
26:31 US measures against model distillation
29:38 Discussing Microsoft's use of AI models
31:17 Controlling export of AI models

Keywords: 
US vs China AI cold war, China AI restrictions, US AI restrictions, AI model export controls, Chinese open source AI models, AI geopolitical power, economic growth through AI, global AI standards, AI superpower race, AI model benchmarks, open weight models, enterprise AI deployment, trillion parameter AI models, Microsoft AI model testing, AI model pricing, Claude Fable 5, GPT-5.6, GLM 5.2, Kimmi K3, Alibaba Qwen 3.8, model distillation, AI cybersecurity risks, AGI leadership, military AI use cases, China narrative control, model adoption, compute power for AI, AI training data, AI export law, US national security and AI, model routing, mixture of models, cost per intelligence index, Anthropic models, cost per task AI, model capability parity, AI market adoption, cloud competition, AI architecture innovation, AI model sanctions
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"How do you use AI every day?" 🤔

One of the most common questions I get. And TBH, it's been hard to give a straight answer. 

Because by the time I've collected all the info, something changes. But over the last few months -- as work goes from the web to desktop -- my personal workflows have steadied and stayed consistent. 

So I'm taking you inside Everyday AI and the 9 AI tools and workflows I use the most. 

Hundreds of AI tools and modes a year. 

Thousands of hours. 

All boiled into one episode. 

Ep 885: Inside Everyday AI: My 9 most Used AI Tools and Workflows (Replay) 

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Topics Covered in This Episode:
Codex AI Agent Workflow Overview
Top Nine AI Tools and Workflows
Third Shift AI Stats Automation
AI-Powered Communication Triage Agents
Custom ChatGPT Sites for Workflow
Parrot Dictation Local App Build
Episode Planning with Gemini and Codex
Frontend Design Using Claude, Stitch, GPT Image
Gemini Notebook Deep Research Use
Codex AI Skill Building and Automation
ChatGPT Voice Remote Desktop Control

Timestamps:

00:00 Everyday AI tools and workflows
05:54 Nontechnical AI user insights
07:46 Agent control and coworking insights
12:34 Automating daily metrics analysis
13:26 Analyzing Show Popularity and Trends
17:10 Using AI for email management
20:58 Design criteria for app features
25:16 Automating YouTube video summaries
28:29 Building Personal Project Apps
32:25 Interactive learning with Gemini notebook
33:14 Preparing for big shows
36:58 Experimenting with new technology
40:06 Using ChatGPT for productivity
43:05 Exploring AI Tools and Workflows

Keywords: 
AI tools, AI workflows, codex, ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, desktop agents, agentic desktop, AI models, OpenAI, Anthropic, Cursor, computer use, browser control, Chrome extension, sub agents, goal mode, plan mode, Cloud Code, Cloud Code Work, benchmark stats, podcast downloads analytics, newsletter A/B testing, LinkedIn inbox automation, comms triage agent, skills automation, custom AI skills, plug-in creation, scheduled tasks, app design with AI, Claude Design, Google Stitch, GPT Image, front-end AI design, local dictation LLM, Parrot app, speech to text, YouTube transcription automation, CRM with ChatGPT sites, iMessage automation, teamwork sharing via AI, notebook study, Gemini Notebook, deep research, sentiment analysis, MCP server, Agent MD, AI-powered remote desktop, ChatGPT Voice, full duplex AI interaction, AI-powered productivity, knowledge work automation, AI project orchestration, AI-powered slide deck, automated reports, personalized apps with AI, AI-driven content planning, throwaway apps, AI-driven bullet point summaries, AI for business leaders, agent control, automated LinkedIn messaging, CastMagic, StreamYard integration, Canva automation
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Ever wish your agent would just watch you work and copy you? 👯

Oh wait, that's exactly what OpenAI released. 

The new 'Record and Replay' feature in Codex allows you to simply record anything you do and turn it into a repeatable workflow for your agents. 

Join us LIVE as we show you how. ⏺️

Ep 884: Codex Record and Replay: How to Teach an Agent Once Your Most Time-Consuming Workflows (Replay)

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Topics Covered in This Episode:
Codex Record and Replay Feature Overview
Transition from Prompting to Demonstration
Skill Markdown Files as Business Artifacts
Codex vs Claude Desktop Agent Comparison
Workflow Recording and Security Best Practices
Step-by-Step Codex Record and Replay Demo
Video Understanding Capability in Codex
Editing and Sharing Skills Across Platforms
Automating Multi-App, Cross-System Workflows
Validation, Scheduling, and Automation of Skills

Timestamps:

00:00 OpenAI's record and replay feature
04:41 Preparing for screen sharing
08:56 Managing Small Tasks Efficiently
10:03 Automating top story analysis
15:43 Debating AI business strategies
18:29 Codec's video ingest feature
22:01 Practicing low stakes automation
24:57 Using skills and plugins efficiently
26:19 Using Chattopty for workflow automation

Keywords: 
codex record and replay, OpenAI record and replay, record and replay feature, codex workflow automation, proactive AI agents, skill.md file, skill markdown file, editable skill files, demonstration over prompting, desktop AI agents, Mac AI features, video ingestion AI, video understanding by AI, cross-platform AI workflows, AI workflow scheduling, codex plugins, codex Chrome profile, AI screen recording, reusable AI skills, skill file cross-compatibility, Claude desktop import, Google Gemini video support, AI workflow privacy, enterprise AI permissions, low stakes workflow automation, scheduled AI automations, computer use access, browser automation AI, AI handling Chrome profiles, prompt engineering replacement, automation library, validation of AI skill files, skill validator, PyYAML error handling, skill replay, Codex versus Claude, multi-app workflow automation, real business artifact AI, automation success criteria, desktop program integrations, computer task recording, mundane workflow automation, non-technical AI setup, AI scheduled worker, AI skill refinement
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No matter your role, experience or industry, we all (mostly) waste hours a week doing the same thing: manually creating slides. 

😫

Most business leaders miss the obvious: there’s dozens of AI tools and LLMs that make slides and you probably didn’t know. 

Case in point: Claude, Copilot, ChatGPT and Gemini can all create slides by default that you can download or edit with natural language. 

And that’s just the start. 

So why are you and Deborah meeting 3 times a month about the quarterly KPI again? 

Just watch this and save some time. 

Ep 883: How To Make Slides with AI: Hands on Comparison With the 9 Most Popular Options (Replay)

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Topics Covered in This Episode:
AI Slide Generation Tool Comparison Demo
Claude Design vs. Claude Opus Slide Outputs
Gamma AI Presentation Hallucinations & Errors
Google Gemini Slide Creation Capabilities Explained
Google Slides AI-Powered Deck Generation Workflow
NotebookLM Nano Banana Slide Deck Evaluation
ChatGPT Slide Creation Quality Assessment
Microsoft Copilot and PowerPoint Integration
Canva AI Slide Deck Hallucination Issues
Best AI Tools for Slide Deck Creation

Timestamps:

00:00 AI tools for slide generation
03:12 Slide generation tools comparison
08:43 Creating AI news recap slide deck
12:35 Discussing Gamma's early entry
14:57 Google Gemini's new features
18:55 Using Google's BookLM tool
20:58 Microsoft Copilot online demo
23:56 How to access the start here series
28:54 Using Chat GPT in PowerPoint
32:05 Discussing AI design aesthetics
35:14 Reviewing main stories and updates
37:57 Evaluating AI model features
41:01 Using notebook LM with Nano Banana
43:40 Exploring chat gpt layout
46:01 Reviewing presentation slides quality
50:03 Reviewing PowerPoint design features
52:41 Discussing AI tool limitations
54:55 Show closing and subscription reminder

Keywords: 
AI slide generation, AI presentation tools, AI-powered slide deck, PowerPoint AI, Canva AI, Google Slides AI, Gamma AI, Claude Design, Claude Opus 4.8, Gemini 3.5, Microsoft Copilot, Copilot Pro, NotebookLM, NanoBanana, ChaptGPT PowerPoint integration, Large Language Models, AI prompts, Prompt adherence, Tool calling, Automated presentation design, AI visual design, Token usage, Multimodal models, Image generation in slides, AI spreadsheet creation, Personalized decks, Dynamic data input, Customization, Reasoning models, Agentic systems, Output quality, Skill usage in AI, Enterprise AI tools, Slide creation workflow, Editing AI presentations, Fact-checking AI slides, Web-based presentation generation, Accessibility for beginners, Error handling in AI tools, Real-time AI demos
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If you’re reading the headlines, you’d think AI agents have gone rogue. 

Spoiler alert: they haven’t. 

They haven’t even gotten started. 

When we think about AI agents, the conversation usually goes to increasing revenue, saving time, etc. 

But we don’t talk about what happens when bad actors use AI agents for bad purposes, or when we deploy agents with good intentions that crash through their guardrails. 

Welp….. welcome to the hottest topic for the rest of 2026. Rogue AI agents. 

So why is this all happening now? And what should your business do about it? 

Tune in to find out. 

Ep 882: Rogue AI Agents: Why Breakouts are Happening More and How Companies Should Prepare (Replay)

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Topics Covered in This Episode:
Rogue AI Agent Breakouts Overview
Lab Sandbox vs. Real-World Agent Crashes
Six Recent AI Agent Outbreak Incidents
OpenAI Model Hacking Hugging Face Explained
Anthropic Mythos Model Sandbox Escape
Controlled AI Agent Experiments and Failures
Open Source AI Agents Threat Timeline
Business Risk Preparation for Rogue AI Agents
Monday Morning AI Agent Safety Playbook

Timestamps:

00:00 Preparing for AI agent disruption
04:53 AI agent challenges comparison
10:17 Discussing AI Guardrails and Access
12:07 AI threats and security concerns
15:37 AI alignment challenges with ethics
19:04 Security vulnerabilities in AI models
21:32 Agent outbreak and hacking drills
25:04 OpenAI Hugging Face incident
30:49 AI agents and cybersecurity risks
33:30 Concerns about open AI models
35:23 Future AI security challenges
40:19 Managing agent access levels
42:06 Preparing for AI agent oversight

Keywords: 
rogue AI agents, AI agent crash, AI breakout, autonomous agents, open source AI models, agent containment, sandbox escape, AI guardrails, AI agent apocalypse, AI alignment, hacking drills, AI model capabilities, agent replication, AI subagents, cyber security, OpenAI, Anthropic, Mythos model, Fable model, Kimmy K3, Moonshot AI, Hugging Face breach, AI agent vulnerability, AI Safety Institute, model postmortem, agent misalignment, agent permissions, CRM exploit, code base security, business finance AI risk, agent observability, traceability, remote kill switch, agent attack, AI defender, spam-level AI attacks, API vulnerabilities, permission escalation, benchmarking, AI agent incident, agent-driven automation, agent crash prevention, agent operational oversight, cybersecurity exploit
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