Dispatch: Marie Vandoorne Podcast, New Online Course & More
My new online course finally live! Plus more...
Hello Friend,
I hope you’re week went well? I have some news for you…
I’m absolutely thrilled to have finally launched my new online course!
This course is ideal for helping beginners understand and use Generative AI. While AI continues to develop, I have seen a growing gap with people’s understanding of what AI is and what it can do.
I’ve also noticed many courses on AI out there are not ideal for most people, they tend to be too technical, full of complex jargon or ignore giving a clear basic understanding, even though a good basic understanding of AI is desperately needed around the world.
This is why I created this course, as part of my ongoing mission along with my podcast and newsletter, to help you better understand AI in a plain english, simple non-technical way. More details further down!
This week you’ll also find details of my post about AI’s challenge to creative ownership, as well my latest podcast episode 9 guest featuring
.Next week, you’ll meet my episode 10 guest
Have a great week,
Take care,
Pranath
Originality on Trial: AI’s Challenge to Creative Ownership
Do you feel outraged over AI stealing artist’s work? Or could this be a tragic misunderstanding?
Artists are suing AI companies, claiming their language models infringe on copyrights, but a federal judge's dismissal of most claims sparks a crucial debate about the nature of creativity and originality.
As we examine the science behind AI's ability to generate novel content and question the existence of pure originality, this legal battle presents a pivotal opportunity to reevaluate our understanding of ownership and embrace the interplay between machine intelligence and unique human expression in the rapidly evolving world of AI.
New Online Course: Generative AI For All in Plain English - Essentials
Curious about the potential of Generative AI but don't know where to start?
This beginner-friendly course, is designed to demystify Generative AI and equip you with the knowledge and skills to harness its power. Through clear explanations and practical examples, you'll learn how to leverage AI tools like Microsoft Copilot and Claude to supercharge your productivity and creativity.
Whether you're a professional looking to enhance your skills or a curious learner eager to explore the world of AI, this course is perfect for you. With no coding required and a focus on plain English explanations, you'll be able to grasp the fundamentals of Generative AI and start applying them to your projects in no time. Get ready to unlock your limitless possibilities with AI!
As a special gift for being one of my subscribers, I’d like to offer you free access to my course for a limited time only. (I’d also appreciate it if you can leave me a good review - thank you!).
Use this voucher code to access the course for free: 9E243EE5BB216039936E
Episode #9: Marie Vandoorne: The Zen of AI, AI Through a Millennial's Eyes
How personal development can help you deal with technology and AI
In this thought-provoking episode, Pranath interviews Marie, a product manager and writer from Belgium living in Italy. Marie provides a refreshingly candid perspective on the role of AI in society and the workplace. Despite concerns from some about AI's potential disruption, Marie calmly observes that, at least for now, AI has yet to significantly impact her daily life. She sees both positives and negatives but tries to focus on how AI can complement rather than replace human capabilities.
The conversation takes an introspective turn as Marie shares her journey of personal growth and how developing self-awareness has helped her manage anxieties around technological change.
Throughout, Marie brings an encouraging, glass-half-full mindset, urging listeners to ground their perspectives in their real-world experiences rather than being unduly swayed by AI doomsaying. Her nuanced and thoughtful take illustrates how personal outlook can shape one's perception of emerging technologies.
Explore My Podcast Series
In my podcast series I interview a diverse range of people from different backgrounds to understand their perspective on how AI is impacting them and society, to better help you understand AI’s impact & potential for humanity.
You’ll hear voices normally excluded and ignored in discussions about AI, people of a variety of ages, from different professions, cultures and countries.
Latest episodes include:
Episode #1: Shannon Edwards; Tech Revolutions , Episode #2: Cyrus Johnson; AI's Disruption of Law, Episode #3: Carolyn Cohagan; An AI-Fuelled Graphic Novel, Episode #4: Mary Kemp; AI for Small Businesses , Episode #5: Jonathan Newman; AI & Humanity’s Path, Episode #6: Tobias Jensen; AI & EU Law, Episode #7: Sarah Tan: Human-Centered AI Design, Episode #8: John Ashton; Embracing AI in Writing
No time to watch a full podcast? Get insights from my Podcast Youtube Shorts, clips of 60 seconds or less of episode highlights !
Explore My Complete Back-Catalog of Articles
I’ve written extensively about how AI is impacting society and humanity, now and in the future. I’ve also worked with AI as an AI Researcher, Data Scientist and an AI Consultant.
As a subscriber, you have free access to my complete back-catalog of articles which you can explore here.
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Thank you, Pranath!
Thanks for the shout, Pranath!🙏📸