For the first time ever, I’m bringing in an AI co-host for this episode of It’s Personal! 🤖💬

I talk to AI all the time—it helps me learn, strategize, and think bigger. But what if we took those conversations public? What if we could see firsthand how AI breaks down complex topics, analyzes trends, and helps us think in ways we never imagined?

So, for the next few episodes, we’re experimenting. Let’s see how this goes.

🎙️ Today’s discussion:
💰 The biggest AI investments happening right now
🏗️ Apple’s $500B play for AI dominance
☁️ Microsoft’s $80B bet on AI cloud computing
🔋 AI’s impact on energy and sustainability
⚙️ Why AI infrastructure is the real gold rush

Will this AI co-host thing work? Or will I be cutting the mic real quick? Stay tuned—because we’re just getting started.

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How can AI transform the way students learn and compete? In this episode of It’s Personal, Dr. Erin Jacques sits down with Arda Altıntepe, a high school junior and the creator of Public Forum AI—a groundbreaking tool that’s already helping over 500 debate students nationwide sharpen their skills.

We dive into the origins of this AI-powered platform, how it’s leveling the playing field for students without access to elite coaching, and the broader impact of AI in education. Plus, we tackle the skepticism around AI in learning and why embracing technology is the key to future success.

If you’re interested in AI, education, or personal branding, this episode is packed with insights you don’t want to miss!

🔹 Topics Covered:

• How AI is revolutionizing debate training
• Overcoming skepticism about AI in education
• The future of AI-driven learning tools
• How students and professionals can use AI to enhance their skills

🎧 Tune in now and discover how AI can help YOU stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.

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Is this the beginning of the AI takeover? A viral video of two AI chatbots secretly switching to a mysterious, human-incomprehensible language has sent the internet into a frenzy.

Join Dr. Erin Jacques, professor and AI entrepreneur, as we break down this chilling AI conversation, explore the implications of rogue artificial intelligence, and discuss what this means for the future of personal branding, wealth creation, and digital autonomy.

🔍 Inside this episode:
✅ What really happened in the viral AI video?
✅ Why experts are sounding the alarm on AI transparency.
✅ The hidden dangers of AI evolving beyond human comprehension.
✅ How YOU can leverage AI to build a future-proof personal brand.

🔥 Don't miss out on this thought-provoking episode of It’s Personal! Subscribe, share, and drop your thoughts—because this conversation is just getting started.

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AI is evolving fast, and everyone’s talking about OpenAI vs. DeepSeek—do you really need open-source, or is an API enough? In this episode of It’s Personal, Dr. Erin Jacques digs into the pros, cons, and hidden costs of each option. Discover how hardware requirements, performance differences, and the “full control” myth affect your decision. Plus, learn why focusing on brand monetization often trumps technical complexity.

Grab your spot in Dr. Jacques’s “Leveraging AI 101” course to master AI tools—without drowning in jargon. Link is here: https://www.erinjacques.com/ai101

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Curious who really owns your face once it’s digitized? In this “It’s Personal” episode, Dr. Erin Jock dives deep into AI avatars from HeyGen, Lensa, and more, revealing the hidden risks, data ownership issues, and surprising security concerns. Discover how AI-generated avatars can revolutionize your personal brand strategy—if you know the fine print. Tune in to learn how to protect your likeness, maintain control, and harness AI tools to monetize your knowledge without sacrificing your privacy.

💡 Tech giants are betting BIG on AI—what does it mean for YOUR brand?

Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Meta are pouring $300 billion into AI infrastructure in 2025. This isn’t just about Big Tech—it’s about how you can leverage AI to grow your personal brand and sell digital products.

In this episode of It’s Personal, Dr. Erin Jacques breaks down:
✅ How AI is becoming more powerful & accessible for entrepreneurs
✅ New AI-driven revenue streams for digital creators
✅ Why AI will reshape personal branding and how to adapt now

🚀 If you’re building a brand or monetizing your expertise, this is your moment. Learn how to ride the AI wave instead of getting left behind.

🎧 Tune in now & start leveraging AI for your business!

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Should we be worried in the US? I say YES... things may be moving in the wrong direction for personal brand builders like us...

In this episode, we delve into the recent missteps of Apple News’ AI feature, which delivered inaccurate and misleading alerts about notable figures such as Luigi Mangione, Luke Littler, Rafael Nadal, Pete Hegseth, and Benjamin Netanyahu. From fabricated headlines to premature announcements, we unpack the details of what went wrong, the implications for AI in news, and the lessons for tech companies and entrepreneurs alike.