Best Michael Sharkey Podcasts (2025)

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EP93: GPT-5, Grok 3 & Claude 4? Plus AI Agents Economic Impact & Inevitable Disruption of SaaS 1:42:12

5d ago1:42:12

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Join Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai Community: https://thisdayinai.com --- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Anthropic Economic Index & The Impact of AI Agents 18:00 - Hype Vs Reality of Models & Agents 31:33 - Dream Agents & Side Quest Background Tasks 56:60 - How All SaaS Will Be Disrupted by AI 1:21:10 - Sam Altman's GPT-4.5, GPT-5 Roadmap 1:28:50 - Anthropic …

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Leadership Book Club: The First 90 Days by Michael Watkins 1:40:14

6d ago1:40:14

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Ever wonder why some new leaders hit the ground running while others stumble? Kristen and Mike break down Michael Watkins' essential guide The First 90 Days - a book The Economist called "the onboarding bible." Whether you're stepping into your first leadership role or you're a seasoned executive making a change, this episode will help you avoid co…

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EP92: o3-mini, Deep Research, Gemini 2.0 Flash & Pro + lols 1:46:27

11d ago1:46:27

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Join Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai ---- "Don't Cha" Song: https://simulationtheory.ai/cbf4d5e6-82e4-4e84-91e7-3b48cb2744ef Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/4Q8dRV45WYfxePE7zi52iL?si=ed094fce41e54c8f Community: https://thisdayinai.com --- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - We're on Spotify! 01:06 - o3-mini release and initial impressions 18:37 - Reasoning m…

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People-First Leadership with Marketing Exec Candice Hahn 51:41

13d ago51:41

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Ever wonder why some leaders seem to effortlessly build thriving teams while others struggle with constant turnover? In this episode, guest Candice Hahn, a veteran marketing agency executive with over 25 years of experience, shares her refreshing take on leadership in the fast-paced agency world. Candice opens up about why working for good people h…

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EP91: Is Deepseek R1 a Sputnik Moment? Farewell to o1 & Throw Away AI Software 1:25:34

19d ago1:25:34

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Join Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai --- LINKS FROM SHOW: - Built to Reason (an o1 Tribute song): https://simulationtheory.ai/3f3ff70d-afef-4372-a9a5-26b22824c383 - Sputnik Moment Song: https://simulationtheory.ai/4317176e-5c0d-49b9-801b-b686113624fd - Episode 91 Notes: https://simulationtheory.ai/b64f40ce-dab8-40b7-89a1-f24d17296f5a CHAPTERS: 00:0…

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Let’s Get Critical: How to Receive Tough Feedback 39:32

20d ago39:32

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Most leaders know feedback is essential for growth, but let's be honest - receiving it can be uncomfortable, even painful. In this episode, Kristen and Mike get real about their own struggles with feedback and share practical strategies to make the process less daunting. Whether you're dealing with a 360 review or an unexpected comment from a team …

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EP90: Consoles of the Future, Deepseek-R1, Gemini-Thinking, Create with Code, Operator & Stargate 1:18:03

28d ago1:18:03

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Join Simtheory and use Create with Code: https://simtheory.ai Community: https://thisdayinai.com ----- VOTING: Code challenge winner: https://simulationtheory.ai/e2875acf-33c3-4a96-97a1-14b8d815a49a BOOM factor on Deepseek: https://simulationtheory.ai/f98a591d-7726-42d3-afaf-53b8c29fa21e ----- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Computer Use, Agents, Collaborators D…

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Leadership Book Club: Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss 1:27:22

27d ago1:27:22

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Mike and Kristen break down Chris Voss's game-changing book on negotiation, Never Split the Difference. As a former FBI hostage negotiator, Voss brings street-smart tactics that work in real-world situations, not just theory. The couple explores how these techniques—from using the late-night FM DJ voice to mastering the power of "no"—can transform …

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EP89: Nvidia's Agentic Vision, State of AI Agents, o3 Thoughts & Deepseek V3 1:22:26

1M ago1:22:26

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Join Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai Community: https://thisdayinai.com ----- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - The next step for agents... 00:45 - NVIDIA's CES Keynote Recap + Agentic Vision 13:33 - State of AI Agents in 2025 24:55 - Thoughts on o3 announcement & it's impact on AI agents 32:44 - Is o3 worth $2,000 per task and 13 minutes? 36:22 - More thoughts of…

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Why Nice Is Not Enough with Amira Barger, EVP of DEI at Edelman 55:49

1M ago55:49

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What does it really mean to be an ally in today's workplace? For Amira Barger, Executive Vice President of DEI Advisory and Health Communications at Edelman, it's about going beyond being "nice." Growing up as the daughter of missionaries in Guam, Amira learned early on about meeting people's needs and building community. Now, she's challenging lea…

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ENCORE: The New Playbook for Leadership Presence 55:26

2M ago55:26

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Love and Leadership is taking a break this week, but we're re-airing one of our favorite early episodes to help you set the tone for the new year! In this episode, Kristen and Mike dive into the evolving concept of leadership presence. They explore how traditional notions of executive presence are shifting, with a growing emphasis on emotional inte…

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David L. Robbins 49:32

2M ago49:32

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David L. Robbins is the author of seventeen novels, including two bestselling works, War of the Rats and The End of War. Known for his gripping historical fiction, Robbins has also made a mark as a co-founder of the James River Writers and as the founder of the Richmond-based Podium Foundation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform…

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Design Your Best 2025: A Personal Annual Review Process 37:26

2M ago37:26

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As the year winds down, Kristen shares her tried-and-tested process for conducting a personal annual review - a practice she's refined over 15 years. Whether you're reflecting on your career progression or contemplating personal growth, this episode offers a straightforward approach to evaluating your year and setting meaningful goals for 2025. Plu…

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Leadership Book Club: Start with Why by Simon Sinek 1:25:04

2M ago1:25:04

1:25:04

What makes some organizations inspire fierce loyalty while others just seem to exist? In this episode, Kristen and Mike dive into Simon Sinek's groundbreaking book "Start With Why," exploring how truly great leaders and companies create lasting success by focusing on their purpose rather than just their products. Through compelling examples from Ap…

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EP88: The Finale: 2024 Best Moments, Future Agents, Gemini 2.0 & OpenAI's 12 Days of Christmas 1:58:15

2M ago1:58:15

1:58:15

Thanks for listening and all of your support in 2024! ------ Get an AI workspace: https://simtheory.ai Join our community: https://thisdayinai.com ------ 00:00 - "So Chris This Week" flash back 01:35 - OpenAI's 12 days of attention seeking 09:02 - Gemini 2.0 Announcements, Rap Battle & Agents Discussion 39:55 - Gemini Deep Research Feature 50:14 - …

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Building Leadership Teams That Get Results 49:49

2M ago49:49

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Ever wonder what truly makes a great leadership team tick? Kristen shares insights from her recent team coaching certification program and breaks down the research-backed conditions that create outstanding teams. Drawing from Ruth Wageman and Richard Hackman's work on senior leadership teams, Mike and Kristen explore how the setup of a team account…

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EP87: Initial Reactions to OpenAI's o1 & ChatGPT Pro 47:41

2M ago47:41

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o1 Available Soon on Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai Join our community: https://thisdayinai.com ---- Proving why we are the #1 average AI podcast. Apologies for interruptions and audio quality. Back to regular average programming next week. Thanks for listening! ---- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Initial OpenAI o1 Thoughts & Reactions 12:00 - OpenAI o1 System…

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Leading with Care Through Uncertain Times with Tushar Pandit, CPO at SPINS 50:30

3M ago50:30

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Leadership isn't just about hitting the numbers - it's about how you get there. Through candid stories from his 25+ years in human resources, Chief People Officer Tushar Pandit challenges common misconceptions about workplace culture and HR. He explains why foosball tables and kombucha aren't company values (though he enjoys kombucha), why measurin…

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Leadership Book Club: It’s Your Ship by Captain Michael Abrashoff 1:27:15

3M ago1:27:15

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When 36-year-old Mike Abrashoff took command of the USS Benfold in 1997, he faced a demoralized crew that openly jeered their departing captain. Instead of sticking with the Navy's traditional command-and-control leadership style, Abrashoff decided to revolutionize how he led. His radical approach? Trust his crew, listen to their ideas, and make th…

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EP86: CLAUDE WHO? 1:14:19

3M ago1:14:19

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Join Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai ---- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Model Tunes (GPT-4o Better at Creative Writing) & Google Gemini Experimental Releases 03:13 - AI Rap Battle: How Creative is the New GPT-4o Vs Claude Sonnet 3.5? And is Suno v4 any good? 13:38 - The "fine tune" and "test time compute" trend & Gemini EXP-1121 release 30:32 - DeepSeek-R1-Lit…

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How Great Leaders Make Smart Decisions 45:37

3M ago45:37

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What if you could make better decisions with less stress? Kristen and Mike go deep into the science of decision-making, exploring why it's such a crucial leadership skill and sharing practical frameworks to help you decide with confidence. They reveal surprising research showing that leaders make around 35,000 decisions daily and that 85% of leader…

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EP85: Is AI Slowing Down? 1:13:29

3M ago1:13:29

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Get a workspace computer: https://simtheory.ai Community: https://thisdayinai.com ----- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Is AI Slowing Down? 05:15 - ChatGPT Desktop App "Work with" beta 20:01 - Workspace Computer reaction, use cases and thoughts 36:19 - OpenAI working on AI Agent "Operator" and thoughts on Agents and future of computer use 51:18 - Scaling AI Agen…

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7 Unconventional Leadership Principles with Hubspot’s Rebecca Yang 49:51

3M ago49:51

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In this guest interview episode, Rebecca Yang, Director of Engineering at HubSpot, shares her unconventional journey to tech leadership and reveals seven uncommon leadership principles that have shaped her success. From her early days in client services to leading a 50+ person engineering team, Rebecca opens up about how embracing authenticity and …

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EP84: It ACTUALLY works! 54:56

3M ago54:56

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Try a workspace computer*: https://simtheory.ai Our community: https://thisdayinai.com ------ CHAPTERS: 00:00 - It ACTUALLY works! Workspace Computer Fun & Discussion 35:54 - Flux Ultra & RAW modes 42:37 - Google AI & Developer Relations, State of Models 48:55 - Claude Haiku 3.5 Pricing Weirdness 50:04 - Final thoughts ------ * Please note we expec…

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Leadership Book Club: What Got You Here Won’t Get You There by Marshall Goldsmith 1:23:19

3M ago1:23:19

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Kristen and Mike break down Marshall Goldsmith's influential book "What Got You Here Won't Get You There." While they praise the practical advice and behavioral frameworks in the book, they also challenge some of its core assumptions and discuss how leadership development has evolved since its 2007 publication. Through their analysis, they reveal h…

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EP83: Self Driving Computers, plus SearchGPT, & Github Copilot with Sonnet 1:03:30

4M ago1:03:30

1:03:30

Join Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai Community: https://thisdayinai.com === CHAPTERS: 00:00 - What happens with we have Self Driving Computers? 33:00 - ChatGPT Search Comparison & Thoughts 48:47 - Github Copilot Goes Multi-Model with Sonnet 3.5 Thanks for listening!By Michael Sharkey, Chris Sharkey

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The 6 Core Skills of Emotional Intelligence 50:26

4M ago50:26

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What's the real difference between a manager and a leader? While technical skills and industry knowledge matter, emotional intelligence often makes or breaks leadership effectiveness. In this episode, Kristen breaks down the Genos six key competencies of emotional intelligence and how they show up in leadership, while Mike adds his perspective (usi…

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EP82: Crazy Computer Use, Anthopic's Sonnet 3.5 (New) & the xAI Surprise 1:09:17

4M ago1:09:17

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Reserve your AI Workspace Computer: https://simtheory.ai Community: https://thisdayinai.com ----- Kaitlyn's Course: https://www.blackfeatherai.com/genai-jumpstart USE CODE "TDIA" for $200 off. ----- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Introduction 01:34 - Trying to Order Chris a Coffee with Computer Use 13:00 - Thoughts on Anthropic's Computer Use & The Impact of AI…

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Leadership Book Club: Dare to Lead by Brené Brown, Part Two 1:26:02

4M ago1:26:02

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In part two of their deep dive into Brené Brown's Dare to Lead, Kristen and Mike explore shame, empathy, and trust through both personal and professional lenses. Through vulnerable stories - including Mike's nerve-wracking experience of saying "I love you" first and Kristen's college final exam mishap - they break down how shame shows up in leaders…

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Leading Through Election Stress with Megan Romano, LMFT 54:00

4M ago54:00

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As the 2024 US presidential election looms, leaders face a unique challenge: supporting their teams' mental wellness during a high-stress period. In this episode, Kristen and Mike explore this timely topic with licensed therapist Megan Romano. They discuss how leaders can navigate the emotional minefield of election season, from recognizing their o…

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EP81: Can AI Make Your Life Easier? Geoffrey Hinton is Relevant Again & State of AI Report 1:05:44

4M ago1:05:44

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Join Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai Our community: https://thisdayinai.com ----- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Geoffrey Hinton is VERY relevant: wins Nobel Prize for Physics 07:05 - Testing OpenAI’s Realtime API for Phone Agent Experiences & Getting Our Affairs in Order 12:34 - CALL #1: Using OpenAI Realtime API Advanced Voice Mode Phone Agent Test 16:34 - CA…

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Leadership Book Club: Dare to Lead by Brené Brown, Part One 1:17:11

4M ago1:17:11

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Join Kristen and Mike as they explore the world of courageous leadership through Brené Brown's groundbreaking book Dare to Lead. In this first part of a two-episode series, they unpack the myths surrounding vulnerability, the power of clear communication, and the importance of embracing discomfort in leadership. From discussing the "armory" we use …

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EP80: Corey Hotline, OpenAI DevDay 2024 Recap, Microsoft CoPilot, ChatGPT Canvas & Ray-Band Doxing 1:36:37

5M ago1:36:37

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Join Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai Call the Corey Hotline: +1 (650) 547-3393 (Not $4.95/min) Our community: https://thisdayinai.com ---- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Corey Hotline Cold Intro 00:18 - OpenAI Dev Day Recap: Realtime API 05:58 - Testing the Realtime API with Corey Hotline test 09:04 - Comparing OpenAI's Realtime API Advanced Voice Mode to Retel…

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Breaking Barriers and Fostering Inclusion with Melissa Jurkoic, CXO at Thynk 58:42

5M ago58:42

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Kristen sits down with Melissa Jurkoic, a tech industry veteran and champion for diversity in leadership. Melissa's journey from junior software engineer to Chief Experience Officer is a testament to the power of resilience and authenticity in leadership. She shares candid insights on navigating male-dominated spaces, the importance of sponsorship,…

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EP79: Fun with ChatGPT Advanced Voice Mode & Which Models Do People Actually Use? 1:12:48

5M ago1:12:48

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Join Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai Community: https://thisdayinai.com ----- Thanks for listening and all of your support of the show! ----- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Fun with ChatGPT Advanced Voice Mode & Moshi 04:11 - Thoughts on Advanced Voice Mode, Voice Mode API & Voice as an Interface 29:31 - We Share Simtheory.ai Model Usage Data: Forget Benchmarks…

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How to Give Difficult Feedback Effectively 50:10

5M ago50:10

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Giving difficult feedback is a crucial skill for leaders, but it's often dreaded. In this episode of Love and Leadership, Kristen and Mike Sharkey dive into the art of delivering constructive criticism effectively. They explore why the traditional "feedback sandwich" falls short and introduce a more impactful approach. Drawing from their personal e…

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EP78: One Week Later: o1-mini o1-preview & Can We Now Build Agents? 1:03:52

5M ago1:03:52

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Sign up to Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai Community: https://thisdayinai.com ----- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Introduction 01:56 - o1-mini & o1-preview 1 week later: our thoughts and experiments including Klarna CRM, Chess, & DOOM 20:45 - What is Missing to Make AI Agents Now? 40:12 - Are OpenAI laser focused now of the best models/AGI? 48:42 - OpenAI's o1…

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Leadership Book Club: The Coaching Habit by Michael Bungay Stanier 1:05:07

5M ago1:05:07

1:05:07

Kristen and Mike dive into The Coaching Habit by Michael Bungay Stanier, a book that's transforming how leaders approach coaching. They unpack the seven essential questions that can revolutionize your leadership style, making you more effective and less overwhelmed. From learning to tame your "advice monster" to understanding the neuroscience behin…

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EP77: OpenAI o1 & o1-mini, The Era of AI Reasoning & Is Reflection-70B a Fraud? 1:20:16

5M ago1:20:16

1:20:16

Try o1 & o1-mini: https://simtheory.ai ----- 00:00 - OpenAI o1 & o1 Mini Discussion 18:26 - Evals of OpenAI o1 & Chris Discusses Malicious Uses 32:55 - Will OpenAI o1 with Agency Take Jobs or Augment Workers? 48:58 - Does OpenAI o1 & o1 Mini Make Agency Products More Viable Now? 52:28 - Can we Build a CRM for Klarna Using OpenAI's o1? And Model Exa…

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The Power of Authentic Leadership with Nicole Mashburn, CEO of Villa Marin 48:25

5M ago48:25

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In this episode, Kristen and Mike sit down with Nicole Mashburn, CEO of Villa Marin, a Continuing Care Retirement Community in Northern California. Nicole shares her journey into senior living leadership and her philosophy on authentic leadership. With over 20 years of experience, Nicole offers valuable insights on fostering a collaborative team en…

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EP76: Can AI Fix Its Own Mistakes? (Reflection 70B) & How Much Will You Pay for AI Productivity? 1:01:19

6M ago1:01:19

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Join Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai Our Community: https://thisdayinai.com ---- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Days of AI Models Lives 04:02 - Reflection 70B Open Source Model: Is It The Best Open Source AI Model or Just Great Prompt Engineering? 24:48 - Is Microsoft Office a Dud? What Actually Makes you More Productive in Enterprise AI. 36:15 - OpenAI Floats …

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10 Ways Improv Makes You a Better Leader 48:21

6M ago48:21

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Think improv is just for comedians and actors? Think again. In this episode, Kristen and Mike explore how the skills from improv theatre can actually make you a better leader. Kristen shares her experience using improv techniques in executive coaching, showing how these seemingly unrelated worlds collide in powerful ways. They discuss how improv ca…

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Katharine Sands 39:27

6M ago39:27

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Katharine Sands is a literary agent with the Sarah Jane Freymann Agency in New York City. She is the agent provocateur of Making the Perfect Pitch: How to Catch A Literary Agent’s Eye. She has been a guest speaker on writing and publishing for Poets and Writers, The American Society of Journalists and Authors, UCLA, New York University, and the New…

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EP75: OpenAI🍓, Q* & Orion: What Will Happen When AI Has Agency? 1:13:22

6M ago1:13:22

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Get a Simtheory AI Workspace: https://simtheory.ai Show Notes: https://thisdayinai.com/bookmarks/69-ep75 ------ 00:00 - Lols 00:29 - Discussion on OpenAI's Strawberry Q* and Orion Leaks and What it Might Mean for the Future of AI Agency & Background Tasks 31:48 - Google's New Gemini 1.5 Pro & Flash Experimental Tunes: Our Thoughts 44:22 - Google's …

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Leadership Book Club: Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink 1:03:01

6M ago1:03:01

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Is extreme ownership the key to unlocking your leadership potential? In this episode of Love and Leadership, Kristen and Mike dive into "Extreme Ownership" by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin, a book that's been transformative for Mike's leadership journey. They break down the core principles of this Navy SEAL-inspired approach to leadership, discussin…

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EP74: Human Eggs with Ideogram 2.0, Phi 3.5 Boom Factor + AI-Free Startups 1:13:09

6M ago1:13:09

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Sign up to Simtheory for an AI workspace: https://simtheory.ai Try ideogram 2.0 on Simtheory --- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Ideogram 2.0: Your new AI graphics designer? 23:46 - Microsoft Phi 3.5 Initial Impressions & Thoughts + Boom Factor 38:51 - AI workspace productivity: how much is your productivity worth? 55:08 - Procreate's Anti AI Movement: Marketing…

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A Leader’s Guide to Imposter Syndrome 46:42

6M ago46:42

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Ever felt like a fraud despite your accomplishments? You're not alone. In this episode, Kristen and Mike dive into the pervasive phenomenon of imposter syndrome. They explore how it affects people across industries and experience levels, debunking the myth that it's just a "women's issue." The hosts share personal experiences, discuss the five type…

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EP73: Has Google Done It? Grok 2 Beta & Is Tuning All You Need? 1:24:54

6M ago1:24:54

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Sign up to Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai ------- 00:00 - Reactions to #madebygoogle and Gemini Live 15:30 - Grok 2 Beta Tested & Is Grok Getting Flux Credit? 39:03 - Future of Personalized Software in Education & The Workplace: Are Devs Still Needed? 1:02:16 - Claude's Prompt Caching Explained 1:11:18 - Hermes 3 (Llama 3.1 Fine-tuned for instruct…

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Transforming Workplace Culture with Gianna Driver, CPO at Lattice 50:36

6M ago50:36

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What does it really take to build a thriving workplace culture? In this episode, Kristen and Mike sit down with Gianna Driver, the new Chief People Officer at Lattice, to explore the human side of leadership. From her unconventional path into HR to her insights on transforming company cultures, Gianna shares candid stories and practical wisdom that…

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Damon West 47:41

6M ago47:41

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Damon West, M.S. Criminal Justice, is a college professor, internationally known keynote speaker, 3 x Wall Street Journal bestselling author and former crime boss in Dallas, who was sentenced to Life in prison for Organized Crime. USA Today calls him the “modern day Shawshank Redemption and the most in-demand speaker in America.” At 20 years old, h…

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