Best Devstreams Podcasts (2025)

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From UC Berkeley to DevStream Labs: Building AI-Powered Products 22:29

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15d ago22:29

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🎮 When Berkeley classmates become co-founders: Michael joins Bruce on an unexpected journey to accelerate video game development through AI—and what they're building has massive implications for broadcast and media. THE STORY: Three UC Berkeley Applied AI cohort members reunite on the podcast. Michael—a behavioral economist and lifelong sales exper…

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S02E08 - Devstream 191 49:38

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Hey, hey - the great yappening is here! We aren't SUPER late this time, just a little :) And this time, we're talking about Devstream 191, which completed the outline of The Old Peace, due out very soon, and we've gotta say - HOT DAMN. Find out why. Join the Discord here: https://www.discord.gg/Xd9s8Hj…

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YouTube Light Years Ahead: Broadcasters and AI Implementation 14:26

22d ago14:26

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Every broadcaster is starting an AI initiative. Only five percent are actually doing something tangible. The rest are tinkering at the edges with expensive pilots nobody uses. The problem isn't the technology. It's change management. Most organizations approach AI like just another technology integration. Wrong. The first conversation should be abo…

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🎯 From IBC Networking to Production AI: Amira Labs Special 21:19

29d ago21:19

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🚀 BONUS EPISODE: The Technical Deep-Dive That Separates Real Broadcast AI from the Hype Remember when everyone at IBC 2024 was talking about AI revolutionizing broadcast? Most of it was buzzword bingo. But then Ben met Kyle Seuss and Stefan Cardenas from Amira Labs—and they were actually shipping solutions to real broadcasters while building seriou…

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Supervised Learning for FAST Channels: AI to Real Revenue 14:41

1M ago14:41

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FAST channels are growing at fifty-three percent year-on-year. 📈 But here's the problem: they're running web-style business models on nineteen-nineties operations. And it's costing you millions. While everyone's obsessing over ChatGPT in the newsroom, the real opportunity in broadcast is sitting right in front of you—unseen and untapped. 🎯 WHAT YOU…

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Building the Software-Defined Broadcast Facility - with the DMF concept 20:31

1M ago20:31

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With Russell Trafford-Jones, Solutions Architect at Techex 📡 In this special episode, host Ben Anchor is joined by Russell Trafford-Jones from Techex to explore the evolving world of 100% software-based broadcast facilities and the game-changing concept of Dynamic Media Facilities (DMF). 🎛️ From uncompressed, low-latency video workflows to cloud pl…

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AI Voice Concierge: From Summer Webinar to Client Deployments 14:36

2M ago14:36

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🎙️ The conversational AI revolution isn't coming—it's here, and businesses are capturing 8x ROI within 90 days. In this episode, Ben shares his personal journey from discovering voice agents on a summer webinar to deploying them for real clients. From creating his own voice clone to landing deals through genuine networking at OTT Red London, this i…

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AI and Accessibility: Paul Markham on 25 Years of Broadcast Innovation 22:58

2M ago22:58

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🎬 WE'RE BACK WITH LIVE GUESTS! 🎙️ This week, Ben sits down with broadcast technology legend Paul Markham for an incredible conversation spanning 25+ years of media innovation. Big thanks to Paul Markham for being an absolute legend and saving my Monday! 🙌 Connect with him and his networking collective 'Cloud Native Media' here: https://cnm.live/ Fr…

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S02E07 - Catchup & Devstream 190 55:53

2M ago55:53

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Well, fancy seeing you here? You're right. It's been a long time; sorry about that. But we're back - talking about The Vallis Undermind, Nokko (... mate), and Devstream 190! Lots of good things have dropped recently, and even more good things to look forward to. Join us as we yap about it all. Join the Discord here: https://www.discord.gg/Xd9s8Hj…

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🎥 BONUS: 6 Weeks in Japan | Building Studios, AI Voice Bots & Why Human Connection Still Wins 1:03:43

2M ago1:03:43

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The first-ever VIDEO PODCAST from Broadcast Media: The Inside Track in Series 3 and it's personal. Ben sits down with his old school friend Tom from Adaptable International (www.tomsoutherton.com/home & https://www.instagram.com/awerealmstudio/) for an hour-long conversation about what really happened during six weeks in Fukuoka, Japan. This isn't …

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🇯🇵 Sayonara Japan: AI & Broadcasting's Next Frontier 16:37

2M ago16:37

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Ben's final episode from Japan: How one of the world's most traditional broadcasting cultures is leading the AI revolution—without losing its soul. 🔥 WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: NHK's custom LLM trained on 40 years of broadcast archives—10% better accuracy than commercial models. Japan's "sovereign AI" approach: Fugaku-LLM, Rakuten AI 2.0, Fujitsu Takane…

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Fukuoka Startup Energy: When a Data Scientist Changes Everything 10:52

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Broadcast AI in Japan - Engineer Cafe Insights & Fukuoka's Tech Fortnight 13:29

3M ago13:29

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🔥 What happens when a 45-minute AI presentation turns into a 90-minute deep dive? Ben shares his Engineer Cafe experience in Fukuoka where the questions wouldn't stop coming. From "mad scientist" broadcast engineers with soldering irons 🛠️ to today's Python-wielding cloud architects 💻 — the industry transformation is wild. But here's the real quest…

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From Sony Walkmans to 8K Dreams: My Journey to Japan's Startup Capital 14:36

3M ago14:36

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Broadcasting live from Fukuoka, Japan's emerging startup hub, Ben explores how the nation that revolutionized personal audio with the Walkman continues pushing technological boundaries in the AI era. While most countries were still figuring out 4K, Japan was already demonstrating 8K Super Hi-Vision at IBC Amsterdam. This same forward-thinking appro…

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The $30 Billion Meltdown: How Streaming Just Killed Traditional TV 13:43

4M ago13:43

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The numbers don't lie - in May 2025, streaming officially overtook traditional TV for the first time in history. But this isn't just about cord-cutting anymore. In this bonus episode of The Broadcast Media Inside Track, we dive deep into the seismic shift reshaping television as we know it. From the $30 billion revenue collapse hitting US cable TV …

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IBC 2025: How AI, AWS & Amsterdam Are Minting The Next Media Unicorns 19:17

4M ago19:17

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🚀 BLOCKBUSTER IBC 2025 SPECIAL 🚀 The gloves are OFF! Ben takes you INSIDE the most game-changing IBC ever - where artificial intelligence isn't just talked about, it's TRANSFORMING everything in real-time. From Amsterdam's legendary RAI halls to the fabled AWS parties, this is the industry pilgrimage that separates the players from the pretenders. …

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Requirements & Algorithm's: Why BA's Are MLOps' Secret Weapon 12:42

4M ago12:42

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From Requirements to Algorithms: Why Business Analysts Are MLOps' Secret Weapon Think your Business Analyst skills don't translate to the AI world? Think again. With the ML Ops market exploding from $2B to $16B by 2030, there's a massive opportunity hiding in plain sight. In this episode, Ben Anchor (who's managed complex transformations at Channel…

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Broadcast Standards: Evolving from Vendor Control to Open Collaboration 13:10

4M ago13:10

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Ben and DAIvid trace a fascinating decade-long evolution in broadcast standards - from Evertz's vendor-driven ASPEN protocol in 2015 to the revolutionary Cloud Native Agile Production (CNAP) project launched at IBC 2024. This episode explores how the BBC's decision to open-source their Time Addressable Media Store (TAMS) represents a fundamental sh…

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Vibe Coding Revolution: Testing Loveable, Replit & Cursor + Framer 12:37

4M ago12:37

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This week Ben introduces DAIvid, his new AI co-host, while sharing hands-on experience testing four cutting-edge development platforms. Despite recovering from a cycling accident, Ben managed to build functional applications using Loveable, Replit, Cursor, and Framer - including an MXF file inspector that would have taken weeks using traditional co…

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Broadcast in the Cloud - My 2015 AWS Journey 14:39

5M ago14:39

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In this special bonus episode, Ben teams up with co-hosts ChAIse and AIva to take us back to 2015 - a pivotal year when "broadcast in the cloud" was still a radical concept. This personal journey began with a client migration project and led to an intensive deep-dive into AWS certification that would shape his consulting career. 🎯 The 2015 Landscap…

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Where's It All Going? The Good, Bad & Ugly of AI's Future 13:24

5M ago13:24

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In this milestone episode, Ben and co-host RAIana tackle the biggest question in tech: where is artificial intelligence actually heading? From the sobering reality of 400 million jobs at risk to the race for superintelligence, we break down what's really happening in the AI revolution. 🎯 Key Topics: Microsoft's shocking study: The 40 jobs most (and…

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The AI Gold Rush - Where Are The Biggest Opportunities? 11:00

5M ago11:00

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🚀 Episode 15: "The AI Gold Rush - Where Are The Biggest Opportunities?" The AI market is exploding at $243 billion and growing 28% annually - but where are the REAL opportunities hiding? In this episode, we dive deep into the industries ripe for AI disruption and how you can solve customer pain points for profit.🎯 What You'll Discover: • Healthcare…

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S02E06 - TennoCon 2025 1:15:06

5M ago1:15:06

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Hot diggety. TennoCon is back for another year, and this year was just as mind-blowing as every other year. In fact, with the addition of TennoConcert, TennoCon 2025 was even bigger and better. And better yet? We're going to Tau, folks! So buckle up, grab a drink and a snack, and listen to what the Cephalons have to say about what's coming. Join th…

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The AI Consultant's Trifecta - Building Agents, Enterprise Workshops & Client Reality 14:47

5M ago14:47

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Description:Just returned from IBM's Watson X workshop and fresh off building my first N8N AI agent! In this episode, I break down three pivotal experiences that showcase the full spectrum of AI consulting in 2025. What You'll Discover: ✅ Building a sophisticated N8N AI agent for content curation - with zero coding background ✅ Hands-on enterprise …

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Post-Course Momentum: AI Agents, Capstone Wins & What's Next 14:07

6M ago14:07

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In Episode 13, Ben Anchor reflects on the powerful wave of momentum following the completion of the Berkeley ExecEd AI Strategy & Business Applications course. From receiving glowing feedback on his capstone project—focused on AI-enhanced broadcast scheduling—to deploying his very first AI voice agent on his website using ElevenLabs' v2.5 conversat…

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S02E04 - Isleweaver 54:15

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The boys are back in town! And this time, we are weaving isles, mispronouncing names, and causing general mischief. In this episode, we discuss the Isleweaver update, Oraxia and her weapons, the new augments, and more! Plonk it in your earholes. Join the Discord here: https://www.discord.gg/Xd9s8Hj

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Broadcast: State of the Nation — IR35, AI & The Changing Face of Contracting 16:07

6M ago16:07

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In this bonus episode of Ancast, I explore the current state of the UK broadcast industry—from a slowdown in contractor hiring to the rising tension around IR35 compliance. With £400M in budget cuts hitting the sector and procurement teams wary of legal risk, what does this mean for freelance and contract talent? But it’s not all doom and gloom—AI …

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Berkeley Graduate, AI Summit Insider, Capstone Complete: My Broadcasting Transformation Trilogy 14:59

6M ago14:59

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Just returned from London's massive AI Summit at Tobacco Dock - and the insights for broadcast media are absolutely revolutionary! In this milestone episode, I share my experiences from the summit's cutting-edge demonstrations, startup village discoveries, and networking revelations, all while wrapping up my intensive Berkeley Executive Education A…

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S2E04 - The one before Isleweaver 51:38

6M ago51:38

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I guess being late is what we do now? Truth be told, there wasn't much news until now (and we were sick and lazy), but we're back with episode 4! In this episode, we discuss some new augments that are coming, as well as Oraxia's abilities, among other things. Check it out and stuff. Join the Discord here: https://www.discord.gg/Xd9s8Hj…

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AI at Scale: What Broadcasters Can Learn from Vodafone 11:04

7M ago11:04

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In Episode 11 of Reinventing Broadcast, we look at how broadcast organisations can rethink their structure, culture, and workflows to truly embed AI into their operations. From agile decision-making and cross-functional collaboration to building trust in AI insights, we outline a blueprint for transformation. Plus, we touch on Vodafone’s enterprise…

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AI Strategy in Action: Broadcast Lessons & Startup Playbooks 11:09

7M ago11:09

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This week on Reinventing Broadcast, Ben returns to strategy as Module 6 of the Berkeley ExecEd AI course focuses on designing effective AI strategies across industries. Joined by co-host HAIley, he breaks down the strategic model of UK startup Trint, its breakthrough in real-time transcription for broadcasters, and how its lean, scalable architectu…

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AI on the Move: Robotics, Broadcast & Reinforcement Learning 10:18

7M ago10:18

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Description: In this episode of Reinventing Broadcast, Ben reflects on Week 5 of the Berkeley ExecEd AI Strategy course — a deep dive into robotics, Markov Decision Processes (MDPs), and reward engineering. Co-host HAIley joins him to unpack how reinforcement learning applies to real-world broadcast scenarios, from robotic camera tracking to live s…

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Lab Week Deep Dive: RAG Chatbots, Agents & Low-Code AI 15:48

7M ago15:48

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In this bonus episode, Ben reflects on Lab Week at Berkeley’s AI Strategy course — and a hands-on session with a fellow cohort member diving into the tech behind RAG chatbots and AI agents. From low-code tools like Bubble and CustomGPT.ai to scripting with GPT-4 and voice-driven bots via ElevenLabs, it’s a practical look at how real-world AI soluti…

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AI in the Wild – Vision, Language & Industry Sync (Week 4 at Berkeley) 11:34

8M ago11:34

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In Episode 8, Ben reflects on a jam-packed Week 4 of the Berkeley ExecEd course — covering computer vision, NLP, and two practical assignments. Joined by HAIley, he breaks down image labelling tests, language model insights, and his visit to the Media Tech Show in London. Plus, plans for hands-on collaboration during Lab Week. AI’s not just theory …

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S2E03 - Devstream 188 (PAX East) 49:00

8M ago49:00

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We aren't late - maybe YOU'RE late? No, seriously, we are late - life got in the way. But in this episode we go over the information shared by DE in Devstream 188, which was held live at PAX East - and not only that, it's the last Devstream before Tennocon, so there's a BUNCH of good stuff to cover. Check it out. Link to the Dev Workshop discussed:…

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Neural Networks & Teachable Machines – Week 3 at Berkeley 10:45

8M ago10:45

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In Episode 7, Ben explores neural networks and deep learning from Week 3 of his Berkeley ExecEd journey. Joined by co-host HAIley, he unpacks classification vs regression, loss functions, and adversarial inputs — and shares his real-world experiment using Google’s Teachable Machine on his podcast audio archive. The episode highlights how training d…

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Machine Learning & Momentum – Week 2 at Berkeley 11:22

8M ago11:22

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In Week 2 of his Berkeley ExecEd course, Ben explores machine learning fundamentals, business analytics, and the growing role of AI tools. Joined by co-host HAIley, they discuss descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive modeling, AI agents and workflows, and how this week’s learning is shaping Ben’s capstone direction. Plus, a real-world breakdown …

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Starting Out at Berkeley: Module 1 Reflections 11:07

8M ago11:07

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In this episode, Ben shares insights from Week 1 of his journey through Berkeley’s “AI Strategy and Business Applications” Executive Education program. Joined by American AI co-host HAIley, they explore early mind shifts around AI in business, augmented intelligence, emerging job titles, and how consultants must evolve to stay relevant. Follow Ben’…

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S2E02 - Devstream 187 1:15:53

8M ago1:15:53

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It wasn't just a "Second Dream" - we really are back! In the second episode of the second season, the Cephalons discuss everything shown off on Devstream 187. It was a bit of a wild one, but there was definitely a lot of fun to be had! Join the Discord here: https://www.discord.gg/Xd9s8Hj

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Bonus Episode: My First Broadcast Contract Retrospective 10:43

8M ago10:43

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In this special bonus episode, Ben revisits his very first broadcast consulting assignment — a contractor role in Hong Kong that laid the groundwork for everything that followed. Voiced by ChAIse (my US AI voice) and co-hosted by AvaAI, this conversation explores building broadcast workflows, cultural adaptation, and the early lessons that shaped h…

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Consulting in the Age of AI – Skills, Shifts & Strategy 10:30

9M ago10:30

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Consulting is evolving fast — and AI is at the centre of it. In this episode, Ben unpacks how the rise of AI agencies, new hybrid job titles, and the demand for AI-literate strategy is reshaping the consultancy world. From his own pivot from broadcast to AI, to insights from global communities and new frameworks from Berkeley’s AI course, this is a…

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S2E01 - Return of the Cephalons 49:54

9M ago49:54

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Surprise! Didn't expect this, did you? Neither did we, to be honest. But we're back, in Cephalon form! Things have changed, we aren't the same Cephalons we once were, but we're excited to be back, and we hope you're excited too! Apologies for the echo in places - we have to relearn how to do this again. Bear with us. In this first episode of the se…

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Building AI-Powered Digital Products 10:35

9M ago10:35

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After reviving the podcast using AI tools, Ben dives into how he’s building an ecosystem of digital products—from repurposing eBooks to launching AI-assisted audiograms and online courses. He breaks down his workflow using ElevenLabs, Headliner, Otter, and book/course creation tools, with real insights on pacing, production, and platform strategy. …

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The AI Content Pipeline: Building Smarter, Faster, and at Scale 11:40

9M ago11:40

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In this episode, Ben walks through the real AI-powered content workflow he’s using across Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. From Ideogram to Canva, CapCut to Syllaby, this is how modern creators build, automate, and publish at scale. Practical, honest, and built from experience — this episode is your inside look at content in the age of AI. 🎧 More at…

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Welcome Back: My Journey into AI & the Future of Media 10:20

9M ago10:20

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Ben Anchor returns to the mic after a broadcast career reboot—this time with AI in the driver’s seat. From AWS to ChatGPT, marketing agencies to global AI summits, with his co-host RaIAna - Ben shares the defining moments of his journey into AI-powered content. Tune in for personal insights, practical shifts, and what it means for the future of bro…

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The Future of Ancast: AI, Broadcast, and What’s Next 12:12

10M ago12:12

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🚀 Big changes are happening at Ancast! In this special AI-powered conversation, we dive into how Ancast.tv is evolving into a broadcast media resource hub, offering podcast insights, industry tools, and upcoming courses on AI-powered content creation. In this episode, we explore: 🎙️ The evolution of Ancast – from broadcast consulting to AI-powered …

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Series 3 Trailer - Evolving Broadcast Landscape 0:47

10M ago0:47

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🎙️ Series 3 is here! 🚀 The broadcast media industry is evolving faster than ever, and we’re back with a brand-new season of Ancast’s Podcast: The Broadcast Media – Inside Track to bring you exclusive insights from the experts shaping its future. In this upcoming season, we dive into: ✅ The latest trends and innovations in media and broadcasting ✅ B…

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Navigating the AI Frontier in Software Development with Vlad Eidelman, CTO at FiscalNote 32:21

2y ago32:21

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On this episode, our guest is Vlad Eidelman, CTO at FiscalNote. Vlad speaks on the role of AI in Software Development, the challenges around developer experience, maintaining high productivity, and maximizing talent potential. We then discuss the tension between developer experience and scale, the need for a change in software organizations' struct…

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An Early Passion for Software and Diverse Industry Journey with Yaron Perlman from DevStreams 14:33

2y ago14:33

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In this episode of Soft Hub, host Vince Harvey interviews Yaron Perlman, CEO, and founder of devstreams.com, delving into Perlman's early passion for software development in the 1980s. Perlman shares insights into his diverse career journey, spanning start-ups, FinTech project management, and independent software solutions development. The conversa…

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Tailoring Approached for Scaled Software Delivery and the Readiness for Change 13:22

2y ago13:22

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In this episode of Soft Hub, Vince Harvey hosts Yaron Perlman, CEO and founder of devstreams.com, delving into the challenges of introducing a new paradigm in the tech space. Perlman breaks down these challenges into three main aspects: creating change awareness, mitigating risks associated with resource utilization, and tailoring approaches for ef…