Best Stable Diffusion Podcasts (2025)

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Mastering Stable Diffusion, with Will Kurt - HS#39 1:11:52

29d ago1:11:52

1:11:52

Hi everyone, welcome to Episode 39 of the Hockeystick Show. Today, I had the pleasure of talking with Will Kurt, a talented writer and AI expert. This conversation was a deep dive into the world of AI, writing, and creative expression. Let me share some key points and lessons from the episode. * 45% off A Damn Fine Stable Diffusion Book: HSSkurt2 *…

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AI-Powered Space Planning with QBIQ 47:20

6d ago47:20

47:20

In this episode, we’re joined by Roey Granot, co-founder of QBIQ, a trailblazing company using artificial intelligence to transform how we design and plan spaces. QBIQ’s platform allows brokers, landlords, architects, and tenants to generate instant, customized layout plans and immersive 3D tours—redefining workflows across real estate and architec…

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AI lab TL;DR |Milton Mueller - Why Regulating AI Misses the Point 18:06

8d ago18:06

18:06

🔍 In this TL;DR episode, Milton Mueller (the Georgia Institute of Technology School of Public Policy) argues that what we call “AI” is really just part of a broader digital ecosystem. Instead of vague, top-down AI regulation, he calls for context-specific rules that address actual uses—like facial recognition or medical diagnostics—rather than the …

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AI lab TL;DR | Kevin Frazier - How Smarter Copyright Law Can Unlock Fairer AI 16:51

22d ago16:51

16:51

🔍 In this TL;DR episode, Kevin Frazier (University of Texas at Austin school of Law) outlines a proposal to realign U.S. copyright law with its original goal of spreading knowledge. The discussion introduces three key reforms—an AI training presumption, research safe harbors, and data commons—to help innovators access data more easily. By reducing …

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AI lab TL;DR | Paul Keller - A Vocabulary for Opting Out of AI Training and TDM 15:06

1M ago15:06

15:06

🔍 In this TL;DR episode, Paul Keller (The Open Future Foundation) outlines a proposal for a common opt-out vocabulary to improve how EU copyright rules apply to AI training. The discussion introduces three clear use cases—TDM, AI training, and generative AI training—to help rights holders express their preferences more precisely. By standardizing t…

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AI lab TL;DR | João Pedro Quintais - Untangling AI Copyright and Data Mining in EU Compliance 25:10

2M ago25:10

25:10

🔍 In this TL;DR episode, João Quintais (Institute for Information Law) explains the interaction between the AI Act and EU copyright law, focusing on text and data mining (TDM). He unpacks key issues like lawful access, opt-out mechanisms, and transparency obligations for AI developers. João explores challenges such as extraterritoriality and trade …

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Master your brain, with Eric Collett - HS#38 56:48

2M ago56:48

56:48

This time I had the pleasure of welcoming Eric Collett, CEO of A Mind for All Seasons. Our conversation shifted my perspective on brain health, making me rethink how we should approach productivity and overall mental wellness. Use promo code HOCKEY to try A Mind for All Seasons for 30 days free. Understanding the Brain as Hardware Eric’s analogy of…

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AI lab TL;DR | Anna Tumadóttir - Rethinking Creator Consent in the Age of AI 19:41

3M ago19:41

19:41

🔍 In this TL;DR episode, Anna Tumadóttir (Creative Commons) discusses how the evolution of creator consent and AI has reshaped perspectives on openness, highlighting the challenges of balancing creator choice with the risks of misuse. Examines the limitations of blunt opt-out mechanisms like those in the EU AI Act, the implications for marginalized…

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Why every CTO must play Sekiro - HS#37 solo 12:51

3M ago12:51

12:51

Do you remember that amazing feeling of absolutely NAILING something REALLY hard? Overcoming some TREMENDOUS odds? Scientifically speaking, that’s dopamine, the “feel good chemical”. And this video is about a rather unusual way of getting HEAPS of it. And it’s 100% legal. 参る SEKIRO Don’t worry, today I won’t be sending you to jump into an ice cold …

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AI lab TL;DR | Carys J. Craig - The Copyright Trap and AI Policy 29:23

3M ago29:23

29:23

🔍 In this TL;DR episode, Carys J Craig (Osgoode Professional Development) explains the "copyright trap" in AI regulation, where relying on copyright favors corporate interests over creativity. She challenges misconceptions about copying and property rights, showing how this approach harms innovation and access. Carys offers alternative ways to prot…

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Deepseek R1 is the biggest AI breakthrough in years - HS#36 solo 2:00

3M ago2:00

2:00

🚀 TL;DR Some Chinese nerd just beat OpenAI using old hardware and less than 0.1% of their yearly training budget, then proceeded to rub it in their face by releasing it free & open source (MIT), along with the paper explaining how they did it.Imagine the atmosphere at OpenAI right now, especially after they announced that $0.5 trillion funding roun…

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From Inner Mongolia to YC-backed SaaS, with JJ Tang - HS#35 37:50

3M ago37:50

37:50

Welcome to episode 35 of the HockeyStick podcast. I'm Miko Pawlikowski, and today we have the pleasure of speaking with JJ Tang, the co-founder of Rootly. This episode jumps into JJ's personal journey, from his humble beginnings in Mongolia to the helm of a thriving B2B SaaS company, offering insights and reflections along the way. A Remarkable Upb…

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AI lab TL;DR | Ariadna Matas - Should Institutions Enable or Prevent Cultural Data Mining? 16:18

4M ago16:18

16:18

🔍 In this TL;DR episode, Ariadna Matas (Europeana Foundation) discusses how the 2019 Copyright Directive has influenced text and data mining practices in cultural heritage institutions, highlighting the tension between public interest missions and restrictive approaches, and explores the broader implications of opt-outs on access, research, and the…

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Debunking Myths of Startup Success, with Charlie Lass - HS#34 58:00

4M ago58:00

58:00

Welcome to Episode 34 of the HockeyStick podcast! In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Charlie Lass, a serial entrepreneur whose journey through the business world is as fascinating as it is instructive. Throughout our conversation, we explored not only the highs and lows of his entrepreneurial adventures but also his deep insights …

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Future of Agentic AI, with Micheal Lanham - HS#33 43:08

4M ago43:08

43:08

Welcome to the 33rd episode of The HockeyStick Podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into the intriguing world of agentic AI with our special guest, Micheal Lanham. Micheal is an expert in the field, with years of experience building powerful agentic systems. Join me as we explore how these systems are transforming our world and discuss the future…

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How to avoid burnout, build connections & manage stress, with Mandy Morris, LPC - HS#32 47:44

4M ago47:44

47:44

In Episode 32, I had the pleasure of speaking with Mandy Morris LPC, a seasoned expert in psychology and therapy. Her journey from aspiring athletic trainer to innovative therapist, executive coach and co-creator of the Sofree app sheds light on crucial lessons for both personal and professional growth. We talked about vulnerability, stress, burnou…

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AI lab TL;DR | Martin Senftleben - How Copyright Challenges AI Innovation and Creativity 10:09

4M ago10:09

10:09

🔍 In this TL;DR episode, Martin Senftleben (Institute for Information Law (IViR) & University of Amsterdam) discusses how EU regulations, including the AI Act and copyright frameworks, impose heavy burdens on AI training and development. The discussion highlights concerns about bias, quality, and fairness due to opt-outs and complex rights manageme…

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Building FireHydrant, with Robert Ross - HS#31 43:32

5M ago43:32

43:32

Welcome to the 31st episode of the HockeyStick Podcast! I'm your host, Miko Pawlikowski, and today we have a conversation filled with insights and anecdotes about entrepreneurship in the tech world. Our guest is none other than Robert Ross, the founder and CEO of FireHydrant, who shares his remarkable journey, experiences, and the business lessons …

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AI lab TL;DR | Mark Lemley - How Generative AI Disrupts Traditional Copyright Law 8:40

5M ago8:40

8:40

🔍 In this TL;DR episode, Mark Lemley (Stanford Law School) discusses how generative AI challenges traditional copyright doctrines, such as the idea-expression dichotomy and substantial similarity test, and explores the evolving role of human creativity in the age of AI. 📌 TL;DR Highlights ⏲️[00:00] Intro ⏲️[00:54] Q1-How does genAI challenge tradit…

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How to build past $1B valuation (twice) and advertise Dog Food at the Super Bowl, with Ryan Yockey - HS#30 44:51

6M ago44:51

44:51

Today, we're privileged to explore the fascinating career of Ryan Yockey, a visionary who ventured from early web development to the heights of Super Bowl advertising. Let’s talk about startups, growth, and some major business lessons learned along the way. Ryan’s journey in numbers:→ 2 companies built past a $1B valuation→ 30+ years in the tech in…

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AI lab TL;DR | Jacob Mchangama - Are AI Chatbot Restrictions Threatening Free Speech? 16:10

6M ago16:10

16:10

🔍 In this TL;DR episode, Jacob Mchangama (The Future of Free Speech & Vanderbilt University) discusses the high rate of AI chatbot refusals to generate content for controversial prompts, examining how this may conflict with the principles of free speech and access to diverse information. 📌 TL;DR Highlights ⏲️[00:00] Intro ⏲️[00:51] Q1-How does the …

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Can AI Unlearn? The Future of AI and Bias Correction 40:30

6M ago40:30

40:30

In the rapidly evolving world of AI, one of the most pressing questions is: Can AI models truly unlearn? As AI becomes more integrated into our daily lives, ensuring healthier, bias-free models is crucial. In this episode, we dive deep into a groundbreaking approach—machine unlearning—with Ben Louria, founder of Hirundo. His platform tackles one of…

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From Burnout to Leadership, with Dominic Vogel - HS#29 35:38

6M ago35:38

35:38

Introduction Welcome to Episode 29 of the HockeyStick Podcast, where we delve into breakthroughs in tech, business, and personal performance. In this episode, Dominic Vogel shares his transformative journey and the lessons he learned moving beyond the rigid confines of corporate identity. From Corporate Gargoyle to Passionate Freedom Dom Vogel cand…

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Unlock Linux superpowers with eBPF, with Bill Mulligan - HS#28 47:58

6M ago47:58

47:58

Welcome to episode 28 of the HockeyStick podcast, where we dive into groundbreaking advancements in technology, business, and performance. In this episode, our host Miko Pawlikowski sits down with Bill Mulligan from Isovalent to discuss the fascinating world of eBPF, its impact on modern computing, and its promising future. Documentary we talk abou…

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AI lab TL;DR | Jurgen Gravestein - The Intelligence Paradox 14:49

6M ago14:49

14:49

🔍 In this TL;DR episode, Jurgen Gravestein (Conversation Design Institute) discusses his Substack blog post delving into the ‘Intelligence Paradox’ with the AI lab 📌 TL;DR Highlights ⏲️[00:00] Intro ⏲️[01:08] Q1-The ‘Intelligence Paradox’: How does the language used to describe AI lead to misconceptions and the so-called ‘Intelligence Paradox’? ⏲️[…

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Supercharge your Qubits, with Constantin Gonciulea & Charlee Stefanski - HS#27 38:26

7M ago38:26

38:26

Welcome to Episode 27 of the HockeyStick podcast—your guide to breakthroughs in tech, business, and performance. In this edition, we dive deep into the dynamic world of quantum computing with Constantin Gonciulea and Charlee Stefanski, exploring why this pioneering technology is captivating minds across industries. Get Constantin and Charlee's book…

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From Zombie Fungus to Causal AI, with Robert Osazuwa Ness - HS#26 38:27

7M ago38:27

38:27

Welcome to Episode 26 of the HockeyStick podcast, a show dedicated to exploring breakthroughs in tech, business, and performance. In this episode, we dive deep into the intersection of artificial intelligence, statistics, and causality with Robert Osazuwa Ness, a statistician and data scientist who offers fascinating insights into these fields. Get…

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AI lab TL;DR | Stefaan G. Verhulst - Are we entering a Data Winter? 12:55

7M ago12:55

12:55

🔍 In this TL;DR episode, Dr. Stefaan G. Verhulst (The GovLab & The Data Tank) discusses his Frontiers Policy Labs contribution on the urgent need to preserve data access for the public interest with the AI lab 📌 TL;DR Highlights ⏲️[00:00] Intro ⏲️[01:13] Q1-‘Data Winter’: Can you provide a brief overview of your concept of 'Data Winter' and why you…

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Why you will fail without Chaos Engineering, with Kolton Andrus - HS#25 43:18

7M ago43:18

43:18

Introduction Welcome to episode 25 of the HockeyStick podcast, where we delve into breakthroughs in tech, business, and performance. In today's episode, Miko Pawlikowski sits down with Kolton Andrus, a well-known figure in the SRE and chaos engineering space. As the founder of Gremlin and a seasoned engineer, Kolton shares his insights into the evo…

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Why AI bubble will burst, with Emmanuel Maggiori - HS#24 1:32:05

7M ago1:32:05

1:32:05

Welcome to Episode 24 of The HockeyStick podcast, where we delve into breakthroughs in tech, business, and performance. In this episode, our host Miko Pawlikowski sits down with Emmanuel Maggiori, an AI consultant, writer, and speaker who is on a mission to debunk much of the hype surrounding tech and AI. They explore the triumphs, challenges, and …

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AI lab – AI in Action | Episode 03: AI Tokenization 7:28

8M ago7:28

7:28

Let’s talk about AI tokenization in this third episode of our AI in Action series. Tokenization is actually pretty interesting, especially if you ever wondered how these fancy AI machines understand the stuff we type and say and produce things when we give them prompts. Next time you're marvelling at an AI-generated text, remember it's all about th…

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The real benefits of AI agents, with Dave Brewster & Ravi Ramachandran - HS#23 46:39

8M ago46:39

46:39

Welcome to episode 23 of the HockeyStick podcast, where we dive into groundbreaking advancements in technology, business, and performance. In this episode, host Miko Pawlikowski sits down with Ravi Ramachandran and Dave Brewster, two-thirds of the co-founder team at Eidolon AI, to discuss the intricacies of AI agents and their potential to transfor…

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Building Smarter: How Data Drives Innovation 40:13

8M ago40:13

40:13

In this episode, we’re joined by Husain Al Asfoor, founder of Ebinaa, a platform dedicated to streamlining relationships throughout the real-estate journey. Husain has been at the forefront of digitizing the design and construction industry, with a deep focus on enhancing the flow of information across the real estate sector. His insights on how da…

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AI lab TL;DR | Bertin Martens - The Economics of GenAI & Copyright 13:41

8M ago13:41

13:41

🔍 In this TL;DR episode, Dr. Bertin Martens (Bruegel) discusses his working paper for the Brussels-based economic think tank on the economic arguments in favour of reducing copyright protection for generative AI inputs and outputs with the AI lab * 9:44: Mr Martens intended to say "humans" instead of machines 📌 TL;DR Highlights ⏲️[00:00] Intro ⏲️[0…

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Life-changing performance using Wim Hof method, with Ravi Modha - HS#22 53:41

8M ago53:41

53:41

In the bustling world of corporate finance, one might not expect to find an expert in life and performance coaching. Yet, Ravi Modha seamlessly balances both professions. As a full-time corporate finance professional, Ravi has navigated the intricate corridors of investment banking in London and New York, and currently works with Apollo Global’s hi…

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Tech & Real Estate: A Casual Chat 59:00

8M ago59:00

59:00

In this experimental episode of the Rebel Rant Series, I sit down with the renowned Silicon Valley realtor and entrepreneur, Charlie Giang, for a candid and unfiltered conversation. We dive deep into the world of AI, explore the future of real estate and content creation, and share some hilarious stories along the way.This isn't your typical podcas…

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Be a Lead Engineer people admire, with Shelley Benhoff - HS#21 39:48

8M ago39:48

39:48

In this episode, Miko Pawlikowski converses with Shelley, an experienced Lead Developer and author, about the journey and responsibilities of a lead developer. Shelley discusses her book, which covers her own mistakes and lessons learned in leadership, explaining the difference between lead engineer, staff engineer, and engineering manager roles. S…

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Why you can't afford to ignore MLOps, with Maria Vechtomova - HS#20 19:47

8M ago19:47

19:47

Mastering MLOps with Maria: Insights and Future Trends Join us for an in-depth conversation with Maria, a leading expert in MLOps, as she shares her journey and insights into the world of machine learning operations. Maria discusses the common misconceptions about MLOps, the integration of DevOps practices, and the tools and frameworks that have sh…

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How to win at AI and Life, with Harpreet Sahota - HS#19 50:37

9M ago50:37

50:37

Harpreet Sahota on Becoming a Hacker in Residence & AI Innovation: Chat with Miko Pawlikowski Join Miko Pawlikowski on HockeyStick as he interviews Harpreet Sahota, Voxel51's Hacker in Residence and a prominent figure in the AI community. Harpreet shares his journey from studying math and stats to becoming a biostatistician and data scientist, even…

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Machine Learning algorithms explained, with Vadim Smolyakov - HS#18 51:05

9M ago51:05

51:05

Simplifying Algorithms with Vadim Smolyakov! Get Vadim's book 45% OFF with code hockeystick24 here: https://mng.bz/4J5Q Join Miko Pawlikowski on HockeyStick as he discusses machine learning algorithms with Vadim Smolyakov, author of 'Machine Learning Algorithms in Depth.' They explore Vadim's experiences at MIT CSAIL, his work at Microsoft, and key…

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From Windsurfing to AI Meetups, with Matt Carey - HS#17 38:51

9M ago38:51

38:51

Matt Carey's AI Journey: From Windsurfing to London’s AI Meetups Join Miko Pawlikowski on HockeyStick as he chats with Matt Carey, an AI engineer at StackOne, AWS Community Builder, organizer of AI Demo Days, and OpenUK AI Advisory Board member. In this episode, Matt shares his unique path from competitive windsurfing to AI engineering, the challen…

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Unplugged with Enya Music. SEASON 2 PREMIERE of Rebel Rant Series 58:33

9M ago58:33

58:33

Get ready for a raw, uncensored and real conversation! We're kicking off Season 2 of the Rebel Rant Series with a bang! Our first guest is none other than Richard, the Global Marketing Director of @enyamusicglobal Dive deep into the world of music, tech, and entrepreneurship as we explore ENYA Music's journey, their innovative products like the Nov…

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Quantum Computing in Action, with Johan Vos - HS#16 48:33

9M ago48:33

48:33

Exploring Quantum Computing with Johan Vos! Get Johan's book 45% OFF with code hockeystick24 here: https://mng.bz/v8da Join Miko Pawlikowski on HockeyStick as he delves into the fascinating world of quantum computing with Johan Vos, author of "Quantum Computing in Action" and co-founder of Gluon. Discover what makes quantum computing special, its i…

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AI lab TL;DR | Alexander Peukert - Copyright in the Artificial Intelligence Act–A Primer 15:36

10M ago15:36

15:36

🔍 In this TL;DR episode, Prof. Dr. Alexander Peukert (Goethe University Frankfurt am Main) discusses his primer on copyright in the EU AI Act with the AI lab 📌 TL;DR Highlights ⏲️[00:00] Intro ⏲️[01:26] Q1-Merging copyright & AI regulation: What challenges arise from merging copyright law and AI regulation? How might this impact legislation, compli…

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Software Engineering Managers - Akanksha Gupta - HS#15 41:29

10M ago41:29

41:29

Think Like a Software Engineering Manager - insights with Akanksha Gupta Get her book 45% OFF with code hockeystick24 here: https://mng.bz/v8va Join Miko Pawlikowski on this episode of HockeyStick as he delves into the world of software engineering management with Akanksha Gupta, author of "Think Like a Software Engineering Manager". Explore Akanks…

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Robo Advisors - Rob Reider & Alex Michalka - HS#14 1:04:26

10M ago1:04:26

1:04:26

Exploring Robo Advisors with Python Experts: Rob Reider & Alex Michalka Get their book 45% OFF with code hockeystick24 here: https://mng.bz/ngjd Join Miko Pawlikowski on this episode of HockeyStick as he dives into the world of robo advisors with industry heavyweights Rob Reider and Alex Michalka, authors of "Build a Robo Advisor with Python from S…

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AI lab TL;DR | Thomas Margoni - Copyright Law & the Lifecycle of Machine Learning Models 13:29

10M ago13:29

13:29

🔍 In this TL;DR episode, Professor Thomas Margoni (CiTiP - Centre for IT & IP Law, KU Leuven) discusses copyright law and the lifecycle of machine learning models with the AI lab. The starting point is an article co-authored with Professor Martin Kretschmer (CREATe, University of Glasgow) and Dr Pinar Oruç (University of Manchester), and published …

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AI lab - AI in Action | Episode 02: AI Terminology 10:49

10M ago10:49

10:49

Let’s talk about AI terminology in the second episode in our AI in Action series. The AI term gets thrown around more than a beach ball at a summer picnic, and it’s not always clear what people are talking about. “AI” is to tech what “food” is to a grocery store – sure, it covers a lot, but a hot dog and a filet mignon are pretty darn different whe…

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LLMOps, Large Language Models in Production - HS#13 1:01:55

10M ago1:01:55

1:01:55

Understanding LLMOps: Differentiating from MLOps with Abi Aryan Join Miko Pawlikowski on this episode of HockeyStick as he interviews Abi Aryan, a leading expert and author on Large Language Model Operations (LLMOps), to distinguish it from Machine Learning Operations (MLOps) and Machine Learning Engineering (MLE). Abi delves into the challenges an…

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AI lab TL;DR | Elisa Giomi - The Unacknowledged AI Revolution in the Media & Creative Industries 18:23

11M ago18:23

18:23

🔍 In this TL;DR episode, Dr Elisa Giomi, Associate Professor at the Roma Tre University and Commissioner of the Italian Communications Regulatory Authority (AGCOM), discusses her recent contribution on Intermedia, the journal of the International Institute of Communications (IIC), titled “The (almost) unacknowledged revolution of AI in the media an…

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