Inspire AI: Transforming RVA Through Technology and Automation
Our mission is to cultivate AI literacy in the Greater Richmond Region through awareness, community engagement, education, and advocacy. In this podcast, we spotlight companies and individuals in the region who are pioneering the development and use of AI.
Episodes
33 episodes
Ep 31: The Morality Machine
The moral compass of artificial intelligence isn't programmed—it's learned. And what our machines are learning raises profound questions about fairness, justice, and human values in a world increasingly guided by algorithms.When facial ...
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Ep 30 - Grounding AI in Reality: The Power of RAG and ReAct
Artificial intelligence is undergoing a profound transformation. Gone are the days when AI could only work with what it had memorized during training. Two revolutionary approaches are now reshaping what's possible: Retrieval Augmented Generatio...
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Ep 29 - Future-Proofing w/ AI: Unusual AI Careers
Your dream career in artificial intelligence might not involve a single line of code. Beyond the stereotypical image of machine learning engineers hunched over algorithms lies a vibrant ecosystem of creative, ethical, and deeply human AI career...
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Ep 28: Money Meets Machine w/ Vic Rogers
What if sophisticated wealth management tools weren't just for those with finance degrees or deep pockets? In this eye-opening exploration of artificial intelligence and personal finance, hosts Jason McGinthy and Vic Rogers take listeners on a ...
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Ep 27 - Future Proofing with AI: Classroom Revolution
The education revolution is here, powered by artificial intelligence that's reshaping how we learn, teach, and grow. Gone are the days of one-size-fits-all education where students who learn differently get left behind. Today's AI-driven platfo...
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Ep 26 - Future-Proofing with AI: AI for Small Business Success
Running a small business often feels like an endless juggling act—operations, marketing, customer service, finances—all while trying to compete against companies with vastly more resources. But what if you could harness the same powerful techno...
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Ep 25 - Future-Proofing with AI: How Artificial Intelligence is Democratizing Wealth Management
Money management shouldn't be complicated or reserved for financial experts. The digital revolution has brought us powerful AI tools that are transforming how everyday people budget, invest, and build credit—making wealth management accessible ...
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(Introducing) Future-Proofing with AI: Building Knowledge for Tomorrow's Challenges
Welcome to Future-Proofing with AI: Building Knowledge for Tomorrow’s Challenges, a segment of “Inspire AI” dedicated to helping you navigate the transformative world of artificial intelligence. Whether you're just starting to explore AI or loo...
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Ep 24 - Exploring the Future of AI Agents: From Personal Assistants to Multi-Agent Systems w/ Vic Rogers
What happens when artificial intelligence evolves beyond simply responding to prompts? Welcome to the world of AI agents—autonomous systems that observe, reason, and act with purpose to accomplish complex tasks without constant human oversight....
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Ep 23 - Beyond Headcount: The Power of AI Coworkers w/ Liz Baker
What if every employee in your organization could instantly double their productivity? Liz Baker makes this seemingly impossible feat a daily reality through her revolutionary "Baker Method" for AI implementation.As founder of Nimbology...
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Ep 22 - Beyond the Code: Reimagining the Human-AI Partnership w/ Kyle Johnson
From protecting billions of people against online terrorism at Meta to founding tech startup Ara, Kyle Johnson is pioneering new ways for humans and machines to collaborate. His vision goes beyond building AI-powered tools—he's creating systems...
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Ep 21 - The Singularity Report: The Rise of AI Agents
The AI revolution we've anticipated for decades isn't coming—it's here, and AI agents are leading the charge. These autonomous digital workers represent a fundamental shift from traditional AI systems that simply respond to queries to intellige...
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Ep 20 - Tech's Most Creative City: A Conversation with RVA Tech CEO Nick Serfass
Ever wondered what makes a city truly tech-forward? Nick Serfass, CEO of RVA Tech, takes us on a compelling journey through Richmond's evolving technology landscape and explains why Virginia's capital is positioning itself as "Tech's Most Creat...
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Ep 19 - AI's Role in Business Transformation w/ Baron Wright
Baron Wright takes us on a fascinating journey from traditional IT consulting to pioneering tribal tech leadership at UMIT Technologies. His story begins with an unexpected plot twist—how one of his most difficult clients became the bridge to a...
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Ep 18 - CloudCast Meets Inspire AI: Building the AI Ready RVA Community
Two podcasts collide as Jason McGinthy from AI Ready RVA's Inspire AI joins forces with Aaron Delp of The CloudCast, bridging Richmond's emerging AI community with the cloud computing landscape. Their conversation flows naturally between practi...
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Ep 17 - The Singularity Report: Is Vibe Coding the Future of Software Development?
What happens when AI writes your code for you? The software development landscape is undergoing a seismic shift with the emergence of "Vibe Coding", a revolutionary approach where developers describe what they want built and artificial intellig...
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Ep 16 - Pioneering Responsible AI w/ Bryan Ilg from BABL AI
What happens when artificial intelligence makes critical decisions that affect people's lives? Who's responsible when AI systems produce biased outcomes or legally questionable results? Bryan Ilg, Chief Sales Officer at BABL AI, tackles these p...
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Ep 15 - Prompt Engineering: From Zero to Hero w/ Vic Rogers
What if you could create a personal collection of "cheat codes" that unlock the full power of AI? Vic Rogers, board member of AI Ready RVA, reveals exactly how prompt engineering transformed his relationship with artificial intelligence from fr...
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Ep 14 - The Singularity Report: Unlocking the Full Potential of AI with Prompt Engineering
Discover the art of prompt engineering in our latest episode, where we unpack how effective communication with AI can lead to significant improvements in responses and capabilities. As AI continues to reshape industries, understanding how to cr...
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Ep 13 - The Singularity Report: The Future of Responsible AI
Responsible AI is one of, if not the single most important topic in Artificial Intelligence. As AI technology continues to evolve at an astonishing rate, the conversation around its ethical use is vital. This episode explores the pressing need ...
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Ep 12 - Unlocking AI for Growth: Victor Rogers on Personal and Professional Transformation
What if you could unlock the secrets to personal and professional growth with the power of artificial intelligence? This episode features an insightful conversation with Victor Rogers, founder and Chief Client Services Officer of Sustainable Gr...
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Ep 11 - The Singularity Report: DeepSeek's Challenge for the Tech Titans
What happens when a groundbreaking AI startup defies industry norms and challenges tech giants on their own turf? Discover how DeepSeek, a trailblazing Chinese AI startup, is rewriting the rules of artificial intelligence with its cost-effectiv...
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Ep 10 - Revolutionizing Storytelling w/ James Warren from "Share More Stories"
Unlock the secrets of harnessing the power of storytelling in business with our guest, James Warren, the visionary CEO of Share More Stories. From a thriving corporate career at Altria Group to leading an innovative startup, James shares his pa...
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Ep 9 - The Singularity Report: Thriving in an AI-Revolutionized Job Market
What if AI isn't just transforming the future, but actively redefining your career right now? Join us, as we unravel the seismic shifts AI is bringing to the job market, exploring how industries are being reshaped today, not tomorrow. We'll dis...
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Ep 8 - AI-Driven Leadership Transformation: Drew Saur on Navigating Tech Careers
What happens when a tech engineer becomes a leader in a world increasingly shaped by AI? Meet Drew Saur, a career coach with a unique perspective on transitioning from technical roles to leadership positions. Drew shares his own transformation ...
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