What You Should Know About OpenAI's New Image Generator

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We’ve turned intuition into a buzzword—flattened it into a slogan, a gut feeling, or a vague whisper we don’t always know how to hear. But what if intuition is so much more? What if it's one of the most powerful tools we have—and we’ve just forgotten how to use it? In this episode, I’m joined by Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir , Icelandic thought leader, filmmaker, and author of InnSæi: Icelandic Wisdom for Turbulent Times . Hrund has spent over 20 years studying and teaching the science and art of intuition through her TED Talk, Netflix documentary (InnSæi: The Power of Intuition), and global work on leadership, innovation, and inner knowing. Together, we explore what intuition really is (hint: not woo-woo), how to cultivate it in a culture obsessed with logic and overthinking, and why your ability to listen to yourself might be the most essential skill you can develop. In This Episode, We Cover: ✅ Why we’ve misunderstood intuition—and how to reclaim it ✅ Practical ways to strengthen your intuitive muscle ✅ What Icelandic wisdom teaches us about inner knowing ✅ How to use intuition during uncertainty and decision-making ✅ Why trusting yourself is an act of rebellion (and power) Intuition isn’t magic—it’s a deep, internal guidance system that already exists inside you. The question is: are you listening? Connect with Hrund: Website: www.hrundgunnsteinsdottir.com TedTalk: https://www.ted.com/talks/hrund_gunnsteinsdottir_listen_to_your_intuition_it_can_help_you_navigate_the_future?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare Newsletter: https://hrundgunnsteinsdottir.com/blog/ LI: www.linkedin.com/in/hrundgunnsteinsdottir IG: https://www.instagram.com/hrundgunnsteinsdottir/ Book: InnSæi: Icelandic Wisdom for Turbulent Times Related Podcast Episodes: How To Breathe: Breathwork, Intuition and Flow State with Francesca Sipma | 267 VI4P - Know Who You Are (Chapter 4) Gentleness: Cultivating Compassion for Yourself and Others with Courtney Carver | 282 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…

about a year ago 18:02

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You'll learn about:

Why this update is leapfrogging competitors (hint: it's not just better-looking images)
Creative use cases from comic creation to website mockups you can implement today
How to access these tools across different subscription tiers
The surprising time investment behind seemingly 'instant' AI-generated content
Balancing authenticity with AI assistance in your creative process

Plus, Dylan shares his personal experiences with the technology, from creating fun family photos to generating professional graphics that would previously require greater design expertise.

This episode navigates both the exciting possibilities and ethical considerations of our rapidly evolving relationship with visual media. As AI continues transforming creative work, learn how to stay grounded while leveraging these powerful new tools.

Chapters

1. OpenAI's Groundbreaking Image Generation Update (00:00:00)

2. How to Access the New Features (00:01:45)

3. Personal Use Cases and Comic Creation (00:03:45)

4. Creative Applications Beyond Comics (00:06:50)

5. Cautious Optimism for AI's Future (00:09:35)

6. Finding Balance with AI-Generated Content (00:14:15)

7. Guest Podcast Invitation and Closing (00:17:00)

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What You Should Know About OpenAI's New Image Generator

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published about a year ago

MP3•Episode home

You'll learn about:

Why this update is leapfrogging competitors (hint: it's not just better-looking images)
Creative use cases from comic creation to website mockups you can implement today
How to access these tools across different subscription tiers
The surprising time investment behind seemingly 'instant' AI-generated content
Balancing authenticity with AI assistance in your creative process

Plus, Dylan shares his personal experiences with the technology, from creating fun family photos to generating professional graphics that would previously require greater design expertise.

Chapters

1. OpenAI's Groundbreaking Image Generation Update (00:00:00)

2. How to Access the New Features (00:01:45)

3. Personal Use Cases and Comic Creation (00:03:45)

4. Creative Applications Beyond Comics (00:06:50)

5. Cautious Optimism for AI's Future (00:09:35)

6. Finding Balance with AI-Generated Content (00:14:15)

7. Guest Podcast Invitation and Closing (00:17:00)

247 episodes

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What You Should Know About OpenAI's New Image Generator 18:02

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