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Good Moms Bad Choices

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If Oprah and Howard Stern had a baby it would be Good Moms Bad Choices. Meet Erica and Milah, two uncensored sex and cannabis-positive parents who are redefining what modern motherhood looks like. Warning, this is not your everyday mommy Podcast! This audio diary is not only for parents but women who feel alone in their good and bad choices. Prepare to laugh, cry, and be inspired. Fellas, you’re invited too! New episodes drop every Wednesday. Welcome to the Tribe! Instagram: @goodmoms_badchoices Watch our episodes on Youtube For bonus content ---> www.patreon.com/goodmomsbadchoices

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In this special hurricane edition of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory dive into the intersection of AI and associations. From the upcoming launch of OpenAI’s Project Strawberry, set to redefine how AI handles reasoning, to Hugging Face's cutting-edge speech-to-speech model, the hosts cover all the latest AI advancements. They also explore how AI is transforming grid infrastructure, fueling climate tech investments. Plus, you'll get a behind-the-scenes look at how AI could help associations manage power grids and customer service more efficiently.
🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
Hugging Face Speech-to-Speech ➡ https://huggingface.co
Project Strawberry ➡ https://openai.com
OpenAI ➡ https://openai.com
The Hottest Sectors in Climate Tech? Follow the VC Money ➡ https://shorturl.at/nzmKu
‘Strawberry’ Article ➡ https://shorturl.at/ouPay
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
03:26- Overview of Leveraging AI in Associations
06:02 - How Associations Can Use AI to Unlock Their Data
12:22 - Counter-Positioning Your Business for Success
15:19 - Multi-Tiered AI Offerings for Associations
18:28 - The Plummeting Cost of AI Tokens
24:41 - Impacts of Token Costs on AI Accessibility
28:46 - Generational Differences in AI Adoption
34:51 - Why Leaders Need to Adopt AI Now
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فصل ها

1. Introduction (00:00:00)

2. Project Strawberry: AI’s Next Big Leap (00:05:27)

3. System One vs. System Two Thinking in AI (00:07:35)

4. Mixture of Experts and How They Shape AI (00:12:53)

5. Hugging Face’s Speech-to-Speech Model Explained (00:19:44)

6. Real-World Use Cases for Speech-to-Speech AI (00:32:08)

7. AI’s Role in Transforming Grid Infrastructure (00:40:52)

8. Future of Small AI Models and Sustainable AI Use (00:50:09)

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فصل ها

1. Introduction (00:00:00)

2. Project Strawberry: AI’s Next Big Leap (00:05:27)

3. System One vs. System Two Thinking in AI (00:07:35)

4. Mixture of Experts and How They Shape AI (00:12:53)

5. Hugging Face’s Speech-to-Speech Model Explained (00:19:44)

6. Real-World Use Cases for Speech-to-Speech AI (00:32:08)

7. AI’s Role in Transforming Grid Infrastructure (00:40:52)

8. Future of Small AI Models and Sustainable AI Use (00:50:09)

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#Non-Profit #Business #Amith Nagarajan And Mallory Mejias #Amith Nagarajan #Mallory Mejias

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Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Mallory Mejias sits down with Jason Marchese, Learning Content Specialist at Sidecar, to explore the exciting frontier of AI-generated interactive web apps. From solving everyday meal planning problems to analyzing U.S. migration trends, they demonstrate how anyone—even non-technical folks—can build useful tools using Claude and ChatGPT. The conversation then shifts to a groundbreaking internal project: the Learning Content Agent (LCA), a dynamic AI-powered system that streamlines and customizes educational content at scale. Whether you're curious about AI's impact on personal productivity or ready to revolutionize your association’s learning programs, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical insights. 🤖 Join the AI Mastermind: https://sidecar.ai/association-ai-mastermind 💡 Find out more about Sidecar’s CESSE Partnership - https://shorturl.at/LpEYb 🔎 Check out Sidecar's AI Learning Hub and get your Association AI Professional (AAiP) certification: https://learn.sidecar.ai 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecar.ai/ai 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🛠 AI Tools & Resources in This Episode: Claude Dinner App ➡ https://shorturl.at/BQzBq ChatGPT Dinner App ➡ https://shorturl.at/2ccPX Census App ➡ https://shorturl.at/ehNKF ChatGPT ➡ https://chat.openai.com Gamma ➡ https://gamma.app ElevenLabs ➡ https://elevenlabs.io Claude Code Overview ➡ https://shorturl.at/EKlHa 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: Member Junction https://memberjunction.com/ 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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Generative Video Meets Deep Think at Google I/O & Claude 4 Finds Its Voice | 85 58:49

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Send us a text In this electric episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias unpack the latest AI announcements from Google I/O and the highly anticipated Claude 4 release from Anthropic. They explore what Google's Deep Think means for AI reasoning, debate the creative and ethical implications of video generation tools like Veo 3 and Flow, and rave about Claude's new voice mode. Plus, they reflect on the seismic shift AI is bringing to content, coding, and SEO—alongside some AC/DC-fueled Chicago memories and a preview of the upcoming digitalNow conference. "If you dislike change, you're going to dislike irrelevance even more." - Erik Shinseki https://shorturl.at/39XvA 🤖 Join the AI Mastermind: https://sidecar.ai/association-ai-mastermind 💡 Find out more about Sidecar’s CESSE Partnership - https://shorturl.at/LpEYb 🔎 Check out Sidecar's AI Learning Hub and get your Association AI Professional (AAiP) certification: https://learn.sidecar.ai 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecar.ai/ai 🎉 Thank you to our sponsor https://memberjunction.com/ 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Claude 4 Opus ➡ https://www.anthropic.com/news/claude-4-opus Claude Voice Mode ➡ https://www.anthropic.com/news/claude-voice-mode Gemini 2.5 Pro ➡ https://deepmind.google/technologies/gemini Gemini Ultra ➡ https://deepmind.google/technologies/gemini Gemini Flash ➡ https://deepmind.google/technologies/gemini Google Veo 3 ➡ https://deepmind.google/technologies/veo Google Image 4 ➡ https://deepmind.google/technologies/image Flow by Google ➡ https://deepmind.google/technologies/flow 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: Member Junction https://memberjunction.com/ 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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Breaking Math with Google’s AlphaEvolve | 84 49:20

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Send us a text This week, Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias dive deep into Google's groundbreaking AI breakthrough—AlphaEvolve. In their first-ever single-topic episode, the duo unpacks why this agent’s ability to autonomously invent and refine algorithms marks a pivotal moment in AI history. From shattering a 56-year-old math record to its potential to reshape how associations tackle "unsolvable" problems, Amith and Mallory explore what AlphaEvolve means for science, business, and the association world. Plus, they discuss how associations can remain relevant in the face of rapid AI advancement—even when the tech seems impossibly complex. 📽 Supporting video by https://www.youtube.com/@Pourya_Kordi: https://youtu.be/PcjhXA2bsh0?si=WuQeA3BuDAAROHIp 🤖 Join the AI Mastermind: https://sidecar.ai/association-ai-mastermind 💡 Find out more about Sidecar’s CESSE Partnership - https://shorturl.at/LpEYb 🔎 Check out Sidecar's AI Learning Hub and get your Association AI Professional (AAiP) certification: https://learn.sidecar.ai 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecar.ai/ai 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: AlphaEvolve ➡ https://shorturl.at/3vzXm Gemini ➡ https://deepmind.google/technologies/gemini Claude by Anthropic ➡ https://www.anthropic.com/index/claude Perplexity AI ➡ https://www.perplexity.ai/ Betty ➡ https://www.meetbetty.ai/ Isomorphic Labs ➡ https://www.isomorphiclabs.com/ 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: Member Junction https://memberjunction.com/ 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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Snooze to Win: Why Digital Naptime Is AI’s Most Productive Hour | 83 54:11

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Send us a text This week on Sidecar Sync, Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias dive deep into two cutting-edge developments in the AI world. First up is the mind-bending concept of "sleep time compute"—how LLMs might learn and improve during their downtime, transforming into smarter, faster assistants overnight. Then, the duo breaks down OpenAI's $3 billion acquisition of Windsurf, the booming arena of AI coding tools, and what it means for developers and associations alike. From persistent memory to prototype-ready AI partners, this episode is packed with insights for both techies and the tech-curious. 🤖 Join the AI Mastermind: https://sidecar.ai/association-ai-mastermind 🔎 Check out Sidecar's AI Learning Hub and get your Association AI Professional (AAiP) certification: https://learn.sidecar.ai 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecar.ai/ai 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: CDS Global https://www.cds-global.com/ VideoRequest https://videorequest.io/ AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Claude Code ➡ https://docs.anthropic.com/en/docs/claude-code/overview Claude Desktop ➡ https://claude.ai/download Windsurf ➡ https://windsurf.ai GitHub Copilot ➡ https://github.com/features/copilot Cursor ➡ https://www.cursor.so OpenAI Codex ➡ https://openai.com/blog/openai-codex ChatGPT ➡ https://chat.openai.com Gemini by Google ➡ https://deepmind.google/technologies/gemini 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: Member Junction https://memberjunction.com/ 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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Getting Your Board on Board with AI | 82 53:40

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Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias take on one of the most pivotal—and often overlooked—challenges in association innovation: getting your board on board with AI. Drawing from Amith's personal boardroom experience and Mallory’s deep dive into board psychology, they break down how to navigate internal politics, craft compelling AI use cases, and turn skeptical board members into innovation allies. From emotional storytelling to small pilot wins, this episode is your roadmap to aligning AI ambition with boardroom approval. 🔎 Check out Sidecar's AI Learning Hub and get your Association AI Professional (AAiP) certification: https://learn.sidecar.ai 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecar.ai/ai 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: CDS Global https://www.cds-global.com/ VideoRequest https://videorequest.io/ 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: ChatGPT ➡ https://openai.com/chatgpt Claude ➡ https://www.anthropic.com HeyGen ➡ https://www.heygen.com NotebookLM ➡ https://notebooklm.google Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to Sidecar Sync 01:00 - Setting the Stage: Why Board Buy-In Matters 06:55 - What Motivates Board Decisions in Associations? 10:15 - Volunteerism, Ego, and Career Goals 13:55 - Navigating Volunteerism, Legacy, and Tradition 25:37 - How Can You Build an Irresistible AI Use Case? 27:21 - Selecting the Right Pilot Project 32:59 - The Role of Demos and Emotional Buy-In 37:19 - Is an AI Data Platform the Right Starting Point? 40:34 - What’s the Pa 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: Member Junction https://memberjunction.com/ 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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Fargo vs. Klarna & The Rise of Reasoning Models | 81 47:49

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Send us a text This week on Sidecar Sync, Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias explore Wells Fargo’s virtual assistant “Fargo” and how it stacks up against Klarna’s AI tool from a year ago. With 250 million fully automated interactions and measurable impact on customer engagement and bias reduction, Fargo offers a powerful case study in applied AI. Amith reflects on what’s now possible for associations, why a narrow pilot project is a smart first move, and how “human in the loop” isn’t just a safety net—it’s strategic. The duo also breaks down Microsoft’s new Phi-4 reasoning models, which pack PhD-level performance into incredibly compact packages that can run on your phone. If you're wondering where the AI trend line is heading, this one’s for you. 🔎 Check out Sidecar's AI Learning Hub and get your Association AI Professional (AAiP) certification: https://learn.sidecar.ai 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecar.ai/ai 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: CDS Global: https://www.cds-global.com/ VideoRequest: https://videorequest.io/ 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Fargo ➡ https://sites.wf.com/fargo/ Klarna AI Assistant ➡ https://www.klarna.com Microsoft Phi-4 Reasoning Models ➡ https://huggingface.co/microsoft Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 03:47 - Meet Fargo: Wells Fargo’s AI Assistant 05:59 - Comparing Fargo with Klarna’s Assistant 08:57 - The State of AI Agents in Associations 13:05 - Event Support: A Smart Use Case for AI 15:00 - Human-in-the-Loop: Not Optional, But Essential 23:44 - Private AI: Local vs. Cloud Deployment 26:46 - 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: Member Junction https://memberjunction.com/ 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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Getting Hands-On with MCP & Anthropic’s AI Economic Index | 80 53:43

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Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, hosts Mallory Mejias and Amith Nagarajan take a deep dive into Model Context Protocol (MCP), a revolutionary standard making it dramatically easier for AI to interact with data, tools, and systems—no code required. Mallory shares her personal setup experience with Claude for desktop, walking through a live example of using MCP to automate file organization. Amith expands on why MCP is a game-changer for association leaders, how it enables business users to go from idea to execution quickly, and why data liberation is the missing piece for many organizations. The duo also breaks down new insights from Anthropic’s Economic Index, which reveals that AI is currently used far more for augmenting human effort than full automation. It’s an episode rich with practical insights, technical clarity, and a peek into the fast-arriving future of AI in the workplace. 🔎 Check out Sidecar's AI Learning Hub and get your Association AI Professional (AAiP) certification: https://learn.sidecar.ai 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecar.ai/ai 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: CDS Global https://www.cds-global.com/ VideoRequest https://videorequest.io/ 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: MCP Quickstart Guide ➡ https://modelcontextprotocol.io/quickstart/user Claude for Desktop ➡ https://www.anthropic.com Zapier ➡ https://zapier.com Cursor ➡ https://www.cursor.so Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to Sidecar Sync and What’s Ahead 01:02 - Catching Up: Spring Break and Autonomous Driving 05:02 - What Is Model Context Protocol (MCP)? 07:06 - How MCP Works: Mallory’s Simple Explanation 08:11 - Step-by-Step: Setting Up Claude Desktop With MCP 12:42 - Live Demo: Moving Files Using Claude and MCP 18:01 - Why Associations Should Care About MCP 26:44 - MCP and the Role of AI Data Platforms 33:07 - What Is the Anthropic Economic Index? 35:59 - 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: Member Junction https://memberjunction.com/ 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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Send us a text In this special episode of Sidecar Sync, we dive into the future of AI infrastructure with Ian Andrews, Chief Revenue Officer at Groq (that’s Groq with a Q!). Ian shares the story behind Groq’s rise, how their LPU chip challenges Nvidia’s dominance, and why fast, low-cost, high-quality inference is about to unlock entirely new categories of AI-powered applications. We talk about the human side of prompting, the evolving skillset needed to work with large language models, and what agents and reasoning models mean for the future of knowledge work. Plus, Ian shares how Groq uses AI internally, including an incredible story about an AI-generated RFP audit that caught things humans missed. Tune in for practical insights, forward-looking trends, and plenty of laughs along the way. 🔎 Find Out More About Ian Andrews and Groq: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianhandrews/ https://www.groq.com 🔎 Check out Sidecar's AI Learning Hub and get your Association AI Professional (AAiP) certification: https://learn.sidecar.ai 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecar.ai/ai 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ ✨ Power Your Newsletter with AI Personalization at rasa.io: https://rasa.io/products/campaigns/ 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Superhuman ➡ https://superhuman.com Groq Cloud ➡ https://www.groq.com ChatGPT ➡ https://chat.openai.com Claude (Anthropic) ➡ https://www.anthropic.com Perplexity ➡ https://www.perplexity.ai Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 02:10 - Meet Ian Andrews, CRO of Groq 05:48 - Ian’s Generative AI “Aha” Moment 10:30 - What Groq Is and What It Does 14:57 - The Launch and Growth of Groq Cloud 18:25 - What “High Quality Inference” Really Means 23:10 - Agents and Interns: Speed in Autonomous Work 29:26 - Use Cases: Finance, Legal, Customer Service 35:25 - Member Services Reimagined Through AI 39:06 - How Groq Uses AI Internally: Real Examples 53: 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: Member Junction https://memberjunction.com/ 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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Cartoon Avatars, Talking Robots, and AI That Draws | 78 45:08

۸ weeks پیش45:08

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Send us a text In this vibrant and forward-thinking episode of Sidecar Sync, Mallory and Amith dive into the fun side of AI—exploring OpenAI’s new GPT-4o image generation capabilities, Hedra’s cartoon animation tech, and the jaw-dropping robotics work between Nvidia, Google DeepMind, and Disney. You’ll hear about Mallory’s creation of cartoon avatars of herself and Amith, animated with lifelike voices using Hedra and ElevenLabs, plus a lively discussion on how associations can use these tools for scalable content and member engagement. Plus, a look at how Disney’s droids and advanced physics engines are shaping the future of robotics far beyond entertainment. 🔎 Check out Sidecar's AI Learning Hub and get your Association AI Professional (AAiP) certification: https://learn.sidecar.ai 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecar.ai/ai 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ ✨ Power Your Newsletter with AI Personalization at rasa.io: https://rasa.io/products/campaigns/ 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: ChatGPT-4o ➡ https://chat.openai.com Hedra ➡ hhttps://www.hedra.com/ Nvidia Reveals Project GROOT and Disney Robots ➡ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=51TYhPJ4zys Amith’s AI Comic Strips ➡ https://shorturl.at/ItvQZ Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 05:30 - GPT-4o Image Generation: Features and First Impressions 07:28 - Creating Comics and Infographics with GPT-4o 11:40 - What Makes GPT-4o Truly “Omni-Modal”? 12:53 - Animating Avatars with Hedra: Cartoon Hosts Go Live 17:09 - Clip Reveal: Cartoon Mallory and Amith Talk AI 27:43 - Disney, DeepMind & Nvidia’s Plan for Entertainment Robots 36:30 - Should Associations Start Prepping for AI Robotics? 40:35 - Advice for the Next Generation in the Age of AI 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: Member Junction https://memberjunction.com/ 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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Intel Bets Big on Chips Again as Meta Drops Llama 4 | 77 52:08

۹ weeks پیش52:08

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Send us a text In this thought-provoking episode of Sidecar Sync, Mallory and Amith dig into the fascinating world of semiconductors and how a historic joint venture between Intel and TSMC is reshaping the global tech landscape. They explore the underlying tensions between vertically integrated business models and specialization — a conversation that holds key lessons for association leaders navigating change in the age of AI. From reflections on the Innovation Hub Chicago event to an insightful breakdown of Llama 4’s powerful capabilities, this episode is a timely reminder that adaptability is everything — in both tech and associations. 🔎 Check out Sidecar's AI Learning Hub and get your Association AI Professional (AAiP) certification: https://learn.sidecar.ai 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecar.ai/ai 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 💡 Join Sidcar’s AI Mastermind Group: https://sidecar.ai/association-ai-mastermind 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Llama 4 ➡ https://ai.meta.com/llama GPT-4 ➡ https://openai.com Claude 3.7 ➡ https://www.anthropic.com Gemini 2.5 Pro ➡ https://deepmind.google/technologies/gemini DeepSeek R1 ➡ https://deepseek.com Aqcuired Podcast ➡ https://www.acquired.fm/episodes/tsmc The Information (Article) ➡ https://shorturl.at/xymgG Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction to Sidecar Sync and This Week’s Topic 08:36 - Semiconductor Basics Explained: Fab vs. Fabless 10:20 - Intel and TSMC’s Joint Venture 16:08 - Lessons for Associations from Intel’s Journey 20:53 - Specialization vs. Integration in Association Work 26:41 - How AI Changes the Capacity to Do More 31:39 - LLaMA 4 Overview: Scout, Maverick, and Behemoth 34:29 - Multimodal Models and Mixture of Experts 40:47 - Why LLaMA 4’s Context Window Matters 45:03 - Open Source, Privacy, and Inference Provider Choices 49:48 - Final Thoughts 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: Member Junction https://memberjunction.com/ 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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AI Innovations from Gemini and DeepSeek to Break Your Brain | 76 47:57

10 weeks پیش47:57

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Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory dive deep into two major AI model releases—Google’s Gemini 2.5 Pro and DeepSeek’s V3—and explore how they’re reshaping the landscape of artificial intelligence. They discuss the technical breakthroughs, from million-token context windows to open-source innovations, and what it all means for association leaders. This is a jam-packed episode with strategic insights for the forward-thinking association exec. 🔎 Check out Sidecar's AI Learning Hub and get your Association AI Professional (AAiP) certification: https://learn.sidecar.ai 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecar.ai/ai 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🚀 Find out more about the upcoming Blue Cypress Innovation Hub! https://bluecypress.io/innovation-hub-chicago 💡 Join Sidcar’s AI Mastermind Group: https://sidecar.ai/association-ai-mastermind 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: GPT-4o ➡ https://openai.com Gemini 2.5 Pro ➡ https://deepmind.google/technologies/gemini DeepSeek-V3 ➡ https://huggingface.co/deepseek-ai Midjourney ➡ https://www.midjourney.com HeyGen ➡ https://www.heygen.com Amith’s Comic Strip ➡ https://shorturl.at/2Khn5 Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 02:02 - Catching Up: Innovation Hub in Washington DC 07:58 - Gemini 2.5 Pro 15:58 - Google’s Position and Counter-Positioning Strategy 20:57 - Visual Breakthroughs in GPT-4o’s Image Generator 24:00 - Small vs. Large Models 28:36 - DeepSeek-V3 Release: What’s New and Different 33:29 - Why Open Source Models Matter for Associations 38:04 - The Impact of Lower AI Costs on Strategy 41:23 - Dream Bigger: Breaking Constraints and Thinking Abundantly 44:48 - Final Thoughts 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: Member Junction https://memberjunction.com/ 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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AI-Enhanced Member Services: Turning Strategy Into Action | 75 40:29

11 weeks پیش40:29

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Send us a text In this milestone 75th episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory return for part two of their deep dive into AI-enhanced member services. This second installment of AI-Enhanced Member Services shifts from ideas to action. Amith and Mallory focus on the infrastructure, mindset, and change management strategies needed to implement AI solutions within your association. You’ll hear clear advice on system integration, data platforms, and the human side of transformation—including how to reframe staff roles and build a culture of innovation. It’s a must-listen for association leaders ready to take the next step. 🔎 Check out Sidecar's AI Learning Hub and get your Association AI Professional (AAiP) certification: https://learn.sidecar.ai 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecar.ai/ai 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🚀 Find out more about the upcoming Blue Cypress Innovation Hubs! Washington, D.C.: https://bluecypress.io/innovation-hub-dc Chicago: https://bluecypress.io/innovation-hub-chicago 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: ChatGPT ➡ https://openai.com/chatgpt Google Gemini ➡ https://gemini.google Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to Episode 75 of Sidecar Sync 05:32 - The Three Building Blocks for AI Member Services 12:04 - In the Middle of an AMS Switch? Hit Pause 17:42 - Common Obstacles: The "Accounting" Mindset 20:44 - What to Automate First: Member Inquiries 22:05 - Change Management and the Leadership Imperative 28:32 - Culture Shifts: Asking “Why” and “Why Not?” 33:28 - Unlocking New Strategic Capacity with AI 37:45 - Culture Fit and Leading Through Transformation 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: Member Junction https://memberjunction.com/ 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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Manus AI Tackles Complex Tasks While Sesame AI Sounds a Little More Human | 74 53:08

12 weeks پیش53:08

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Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory discuss the Manus AI Agent, a groundbreaking system that autonomously handles complex tasks like resume screening and real estate searches. They also explore the evolution of conversational AI with Sesame AI, which enhances digital interactions through natural speech. Amith shares insights from his keynote at AGRIP, an association leading the way in AI adoption, while Mallory demos an interactive AI voice assistant. Plus, they dive into how Sidecar is leveraging AI for automated learning content and more. 🔎 Check out Sidecar's AI Learning Hub and get your Association AI Professional (AAiP) certification: https://learn.sidecar.ai 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecar.ai/ai 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🚀 Find out more about the upcoming Blue Cypress Innovation Hubs! Washington, D.C.: https://bluecypress.io/innovation-hub-dc Chicago: https://bluecypress.io/innovation-hub-chicago 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Member Junction ➡ https://memberjunction.org/ Betty AI ➡ https://meetbetty.ai/ Manus AI Agent ➡ https://manus.im/ Sesame AI ➡ https://sesame.com/research/crossing_the_uncanny_valley_of_voice Claude 3.7 ➡ https://www.anthropic.com/ Eleven Labs ➡ https://elevenlabs.io HeyGen ➡ https://www.heygen.com Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction to Sidecar Sync 02:01 - Amith’s Keynote at AGRIP & Las Vegas 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: Member Junction https://memberjunction.com/ 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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AI-Enhanced Member Services: What You Need to Know | 73 1:05:16

13 weeks پیش1:05:16

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Send us a text In this first installment of a special two-part episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory explore the future of AI-enhanced member services. Associations face growing pressure to provide seamless, 24/7 member support—competing with the personalized service of big brands. In Part 1, we break down key member service functions and how AI can revolutionize them, from automating inquiries and renewals to personalizing communication and recommendations. Plus, we introduce Izzy, a groundbreaking AI agent designed to transform association operations. Stay tuned for Part 2, where we’ll dive into real-world implementation strategies! 🔎 Check out Sidecar's AI Learning Hub and get your Association AI Professional (AAiP) certification: https://learn.sidecar.ai 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecar.ai/ai 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🚀 Find out more about the upcoming Blue Cypress Innovation Hubs! Washington, D.C.: https://bluecypress.io/innovation-hub-dc Chicago: https://bluecypress.io/innovation-hub-chicago Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to Sidecar Sync 01:09 - Introducing AI-Enhanced Member Services 06:20 - Why AI is Critical for Modern Associations 08:08 - The Role of AI in Reducing Friction 16:55 - AI’s Task-by-Task Transformation of Member Services 18:29 - Responding to Member Inquiries with AI 28:54 - Automating Applications and Renewals 41:25 - Smarter Database Maintenance with AI 51:39 - AI-Powered Personalized Communications 57:36 - Smarter Upselling & Cross-Selling with AI 1:02:35 - Closing -- Stay Tuned for Part 2! 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: Member Junction https://memberjunction.com/ 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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AI Tacos & Amazon’s Return to Office Mandate | 72 43:26

14 weeks پیش43:26

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Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, hosts Amith and Mallory explore AI’s surprising role in fast food, focusing on Byte by Yum, an AI-powered platform transforming operations at Taco Bell, KFC, and beyond. What can associations learn from Yum Brands’ AI strategy? Then, they tackle Amazon’s return-to-office policy and what it means for workplace culture, collaboration, and AI’s growing influence on job structures. Plus, a shocking revelation—Amith has never had a Crunchwrap Supreme?! Join us for a fun and insightful conversation at the crossroads of AI, associations, and tacos. 🔎 Check out Sidecar's AI Learning Hub and get your Association AI Professional (AAiP) certification: https://learn.sidecar.ai 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecar.ai/ai 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🚀 Find out more about the upcoming Blue Cypress Innovation Hubs! Washington, D.C.: https://bluecypress.io/innovation-hub-dc Chicago: https://bluecypress.io/innovation-hub-chicago Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to Sidecar Sync 03:21 - AI Tacos? Yum Brands’ Big Tech Play 08:47 - Can AMS Vendors Drive AI Innovation in Associations? 15:01 - Why Data is the Foundation for AI Success 27:05 - Amazon’s Return-to-Office Mandate: What’s Happening? 32:20 - Remote vs. In-Person Work: What’s Best for Innovation? 38:09 - What Associations Can Learn About Workplace Flexibility 41:05 - Closing: The Crunchwrap Supreme Challenge—Will Amith Try One? 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: Member Junction https://memberjunction.com/ 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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The Next Generation Glow-Up of Claude and Grok & Microsoft Makes the Quantum Leap | 71 59:46

15 weeks پیش59:46

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Send us a text AI is evolving at a breakneck pace, and in this episode of Sidecar Sync, hosts Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias break down the latest advancements that are pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From the game-changing hybrid reasoning capabilities of Claude 3.7 and Grok 3 to the emerging field of quantum computing, they explore how these technologies are shaping the future. They also discuss Microsoft's Majorana One quantum chip and what it means for computing, AI, and beyond. Whether you're curious about scaling laws, the potential of digital twins, or the next steps in AI-driven learning, this episode is packed with insights that will get you thinking about what’s next. 🔎 Check out Sidecar's AI Learning Hub and get your Association AI Professional (AAiP) certification: https://learn.sidecar.ai 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecar.ai/ai 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🚀 Find out more about the upcoming Blue Cypress Innovation Hubs! Washington, D.C.: https://bluecypress.io/innovation-hub-dc Chicago: https://bluecypress.io/innovation-hub-chicago 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Claude 3.7 ➡ https://www.anthropic.com Grok 3 ➡ https://x.ai DeepSeek R1 ➡ https://deepseek.com OpenAI GPT Models ➡ https://openai.com Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to Sidecar Sync 02:06 - The Importance of Work-Life Integration 05:58 - What’s New with Claude 3.7 & Grok 3? 16:36 - Interactive AI Experiences & the Future of Learning 35:45 - Quantum Computing 101 45:28 - What Is Microsoft’s Majorana One? 49:02 - WThe Potential Ri 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: Member Junction https://memberjunction.com/ 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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Updates from the Paris AI Summit & Reuters’ Copyright Showdown | 70 52:54

16 weeks پیش52:54

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Send us a text This week on Sidecar Sync, we take a deep dive into the Paris AI Action Summit, exploring global AI trends, governance challenges, and key takeaways from this high-profile event. With 60 nations signing the final declaration—but the U.S. and U.K. notably opting out—what does this mean for AI’s future? We also discuss the Reuters legal victory against Ross Intelligence, a major copyright case with potential implications for AI training and content use. Plus, we reflect on how associations can stay competitive in the rapidly evolving AI landscape. Don’t miss this packed episode filled with insights, debate, and strategies for AI-driven success! 🔎 Check out Sidecar's AI Learning Hub and get your Association AI Professional (AAiP) certification: https://learn.sidecar.ai 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecar.ai/ai 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🚀 Find out more about the upcoming Blue Cypress Innovation Hubs! Washington, D.C.: https://bluecypress.io/innovation-hub-dc Chicago: https://bluecypress.io/innovation-hub-chicago 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: DeepSeek ➡ https://deepseek.com Llama 3 ➡ https://ai.meta.com/llama/ OpenAI GPT Models ➡ https://openai.com Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to Sidecar Sync 02:10 - Key Highlights from the Paris AI Summit 08:38 - Global AI Governance: Who Signed & Who Opted Out? 13:10 - Is the U.S. Really Dominating AI? 17:48 - AI Safety, Containment, and the Role of Good AI 26:12 - Deceptive Misalignment: A Growing AI Risk? 29:27 - Reuters' Legal Win: What It Means for AI & Copyright 37:30 - How Association 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: Member Junction https://memberjunction.com/ 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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OpenAI’s Deep Research & the Dilemma of Jevons Paradox | 69 42:26

17 weeks پیش42:26

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Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory dive into OpenAI’s latest innovation: Deep Research. They explore how this powerful AI agent is transforming research by synthesizing vast amounts of information at unprecedented speeds. They also discuss Jevons Paradox—why technological advancements don’t always reduce resource consumption and how this applies to AI’s rapid evolution. Plus, they unpack the implications of AI’s increasing accessibility, from competition among AI models to what this means for associations navigating an AI-driven future. 🔎 Check out Sidecar's AI Learning Hub and get your Association AI Professional (AAiP) certification: https://learn.sidecar.ai 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecar.ai/ai 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🚀 Find out more about the upcoming Blue Cypress Innovation Hubs! Washington, D.C.: https://bluecypress.io/innovation-hub-dc Chicago: https://bluecypress.io/innovation-hub-chicago 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Deep Research ➡https://openai.com DeepSeek ➡ https://deepseek.com Gemini 2 Pro ➡ https://ai.google.dev Llama 3.3 ➡ https://ai.meta.com Anthropic Claude 3.5 ➡ https://anthropic.com Grok ➡ https://x.ai 🎧 Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to Sidecar Sync 03:49 - Blue Cypress Innovation Hubs 06:41 - OpenAI’s Deep Research and What It Does 10:39 - The Confusion of AI Model Naming Conventions 14:27 - o3 Mini: OpenAI’s Best Reasoning Model? 20:08 - AI Integration in Business: Multiple Models 24:19 - What is Jevons’ Paradox? 33:41 - AI, Energy, and the Future of AI 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: Member Junction https://memberjunction.com/ 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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Adapt or Get Left Behind: How AI is Reshaping Associations with John Huisman | 68 1:03:06

18 weeks پیش1:03:06

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Send us a text In this special interview edition of Sidecar Sync, hosts Mallory and Amith sit down with AI consultant, John Huisman, to explore how associations can effectively adopt generative AI. John shares insights from his extensive experience advising Fortune 50 companies on digital transformation and AI strategy. The conversation covers how associations can shift from adopting AI just for the sake of it to strategically leveraging it for real business outcomes. They also discuss employee productivity, AI training, and practical applications like knowledge management and customer service automation. If you're wondering how to make AI work for your organization, this episode is a must-listen! 🔎 Check out Sidecar's AI Learning Hub and get your Association AI Professional (AAiP) certification: https://learn.sidecar.ai 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecar.ai/ai 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Whisper ➡ https://openai.com/research/whisper ChatGPT ➡ https://openai.com/chatgpt Claude ➡ https://claude.ai Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction to John Huisman 04:49 - Early AI Adoption and Technology Shifts 08:18 - Three Key AI Use Cases for Businesses 13:00 - Where AI Implementation Yields the Quickest Wins 17:58 - Addressing Employee Fears About AI Adoption 22:31 - The Importance of AI Training for Associations 31:39 - Customer Service Automation with Generative AI 42:10 - Knowledge Management and AI for Associations 51:40 - The Future of AI Agents and Business Processes 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: Member Junction https://memberjunction.com/ 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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Did China’s DeepSeek Just Dethrone OpenAI? | 67 47:09

19 weeks پیش47:09

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Send us a text In this jam-packed episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory break down two of the biggest AI stories of the moment: DeepSeek’s R1 model and OpenAI’s new Operator agent. R1 has been making waves with its impressive reasoning abilities, low training costs, and major impact on AI stocks—leaving industry giants scrambling. Meanwhile, OpenAI’s Operator brings a new level of automation, allowing AI to browse the web and complete tasks like a human. What does this mean for associations and AI adoption? Tune in as we explore the implications, risks, and opportunities these developments bring to the table. 🔎 Check out Sidecar's AI Learning Hub and get your Association AI Professional (AAiP) certification: https://learn.sidecar.ai 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecar.ai/ai 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: DeepSeek R1 ➡ https://www.deepseek.com/ OpenAI Operator ➡ https://openai.com Claude’s Computer Use (Anthropic) ➡ https://claude.ai Llama 3.3 (Meta AI) ➡ https://ai.meta.com/llama Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 03:44 - The DeepSeek R1 model: why it's a big deal 13:35 - Can we trust R1’s $6 million training claim? 17:22 - The future of AI: nearly free and everywhere 24:32 - Will R1 be used in Sidecar’s AI tools? 31:11 - OpenAI Operator: AI that can use the web for you 37:38 - Should you be cautious about AI agents? 42:17 - What Operator means for the future of work 44:46 - Closing thoughts 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: Member Junction https://memberjunction.com/ 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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Empowering Teams, Embracing AI: A Blueprint for Bold Leadership | 66 49:41

20 weeks پیش49:41

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Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, hosts Amith and Mallory dive into the intersection of leadership and artificial intelligence, exploring why growing your team is the true measure of a leader. Amith shares his decades-long journey of building organizations, candidly discussing the lessons learned along the way. Together, they discuss the critical importance of AI training for teams, why failing to provide it is "leadership malpractice," and the distinct challenges of leading in a time of rapid technological change. From actionable tips to thought-provoking insights, this episode equips leaders to bridge the gap between AI awareness and effective implementation. 🔎 Check out Sidecar's AI Learning Hub and get your Association AI Professional (AAiP) certification: https://learn.sidecar.ai 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecar.ai/ai 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: ChatGPT ➡ https://chat.openai.com Claude AI ➡ https://www.anthropic.com/claude Google Cloud AI ➡ https://cloud.google.com/ai Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 06:08 - The Sidecar Vision: Growing AI-Literate Teams 13:25 - The Critical Role of Leadership in AI Training 19:19 - Amith’s Perspective on Leadership Mistakes 25:23 - Wartime Leadership: Leading During Rapid Change 39:45 - Why AI Training Is a Leadership Imperative 40:00 - AI Learning Resources for Associations 47:05 - Closing Thoughts: Preparing for the AI-Driven Future 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: Member Junction https://memberjunction.com/ 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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AI, Leadership, and Innovation: Keynote Highlights from digitalNow 2024 (Day 2) | 65 1:11:24

21 weeks پیش1:11:24

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Send us a text Dive into the riveting highlights of digitalNow 2024, where leading experts shared transformative insights on AI and its impact on associations. In this episode, keynote speakers Robert Plotkin, Dr. Gio Altamirano Rayo, Dr. Param Dedhia, Neil Hoyne, and John Spence unravel strategies for leveraging AI, enhancing leadership, and fostering innovation. From safeguarding intellectual property with AI to ethical AI applications at the U.S. Department of State, and even the science behind high-yield health, this episode delivers actionable takeaways for forward-thinking leaders. 🔎 Check out Sidecar's AI Learning Hub and get your Association AI Professional (AAiP) certification: https://learn.sidecar.ai 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecar.ai/ai 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai 📅 Find out more digitalNow 2025 and register now: https://digitalnow.sidecar.ai/ 🎉 More from Today’s Sponsors: Member Junction https://memberjunction.com/ 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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Google’s Gemini Deep Research and Diamond Batteries That Last Forever | 64 46:03

22 weeks پیش46:03

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Send us a text In the first episode of 2025, Amith and Mallory dive into groundbreaking innovations reshaping the association world. They explore Google’s Gemini Deep Research, a cutting-edge AI tool revolutionizing how associations can generate actionable insights. Then, they discuss the futuristic potential of carbon-14 diamond batteries—offering nearly unlimited power for thousands of years. From enhancing member engagement through AI to powering the tech of tomorrow, this episode blends scientific curiosity with practical association strategies. Tune in for insights, inspiration, and a glimpse of what’s ahead in AI and energy innovation. 🔎 Check out the NEW Sidecar Learning Hub: https://learn.sidecarglobal.com/home 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecarglobal.com/ai 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Gemini Deep Research ➡ https://gemini.google.com/app ChatGPT ➡ https://openai.com/chatgpt Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to the First Episode of 2025 04:07 - Discussing Mindfulness and Productivity in a Fast World 10:07 - What is Google Gemini Deep Research? 16:01 - Use Cases of Gemini for Associations 23:02 - AI-Driven Event Personalization Insights 32:41 - Introducing Carbon-14 Diamond Batteries 37:21 - Applications of Diamond Batteries in AI and Beyond 45:14 - Closing 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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AI Agents and Association Strategies: Keynote Highlights from digitalNow 2024 (Day 1) | 63 1:01:24

23 weeks پیش1:01:24

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Send us a text Welcome to a special edition of Sidecar Sync! In this episode, Mallory shares keynote highlights from Day One of digitalNow 2024, a premier event for association leaders. Dive into insights from Amith Nagarajan on AI agents and agentic systems, Thomas Altman on AI's role in knowledge creation, Sharon Gai on AI-driven e-commerce strategies, and Dr. Denise Turley on implementing generative AI solutions. From practical takeaways to future-forward ideas, this episode is packed with inspiration for associations navigating the AI revolution. 📣 Take Advantage of the Early Bird Special and Sign Up for digitalNow 2025: https://digitalnow.sidecarglobal.com/ 🔎 Check out the NEW Sidecar Learning Hub: https://learn.sidecarglobal.com/home 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecarglobal.com/ai 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: ChatGPT ➡ https://openai.com/chatgpt Sora Text-to-Video ➡ https://openai.com/research Klarna AI Assistant ➡ https://www.klarna.com/us Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 02:08 - Overview of Digital Now 2024 04:40 - Amith Nagarajan 20:46 - Thomas Altman 33:11 - Sharon Gai 45:57 - Dr. Denise Turley 1:00:28 - Closing Remarks 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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Boosting Public Speaking Skills with AI: Varun Puri and Yoodli | 62 27:06

24 weeks پیش27:06

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Send us a text In this special interview, Mallory chats with Varun Puri, co-founder of Yoodli, an AI-powered communication coach revolutionizing how people prepare for speeches, interviews, and conversations. Varun shares Yoodli’s journey, from its inspiration as a "smart mirror" for speech to its adoption by global organizations like Google and Toastmasters. Discover how associations, professionals, and even doctors are using Yoodli to enhance communication skills, and get insights into why keeping the "human in the loop" is key for authentic speaking. Varun’s candid anecdotes, including the quirky origin of Yoodli’s name, make this an episode you won’t forget. 🔎 Check out the NEW Sidecar Learning Hub: https://learn.sidecarglobal.com/home 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecarglobal.com/ai 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Yoodli ➡ https://yoodli.ai Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to Sidecar Sync 02:05 - Introducing Yoodli: The AI Speech Coach 03:29 - Varun Puri’s Journey and Vision for Yoodli 05:26 - Yoodli’s Process: From Filler Words to Confidence 08:54 - Real-Life Applications for Yoodli Users 12:26 - Feedback on Both Content and Delivery 16:11 - Human and AI Collaboration in Speaking 19:49 - Use Cases: From Google to Toastmasters 23:45 - The Future of Yoodli: A Personal Communication Ally 26:15 - Final Thoughts and Call to Action 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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How to NOT Commit ‘Leadership Malpractice’: 10 Predictions for AI in 2025 | 61 46:57

25 weeks پیش46:57

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Send us a text In this special year-end episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory reflect on 2024’s AI predictions and dive headfirst into the top 10 AI trends set to transform associations in 2025. From advancements in AI-powered video creation and humanoid robots to the rise of domain-specific tools and AI education, this episode unpacks what’s on the horizon. Amit also shares strong views on leadership and AI readiness, coining the term “leadership malpractice.” Tune in for expert insights, actionable advice, and a glimpse into the exciting future of AI in the association world. 🔎 Check out the NEW Sidecar Learning Hub: https://learn.sidecarglobal.com/home 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecarglobal.com/ai 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: ChatGPT ➡ https://openai.com/chatgpt Google Gemini ➡ https://ai.google/gemini Meta AI ➡ https://meta.com/ai DeepMind’s AlphaFold ➡ https://www.deepmind.com/research/highlights/alphafold Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction to the 2025 Predictions Episode 05:27 - Recapping 2024 Predictions: What We Got Right 14:38 - Prediction 1: AI Audio Achieves Human-Like Latency 18:34 - Prediction 2: Advanced AI Scams and Cybersecurity 21:24 - Prediction 3: AI Video Powers Long-Form Content Creation 25:35 - Prediction 4: Continued AI Reasoning Improvements 28:53 - Prediction 5: AI-Driven Breakthroughs in Scientific Research 30:33 - Prediction 6: Expanding AI Education and Upskilling 35:21 - Prediction 7: Specialized AI Agents for Associations 38:05 - Prediction 8: Domain-Specific AI Models Transform Industries 40:41 - Prediction 9: Shift from SEO to AI Engine Optimization (AEO) 42:52 - Prediction 10: Humanoid Robots Gain Traction in Key Sectors 45:51 - Reflections and a Look Ahead to 2025 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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Meta Launches Llama 3.3 & Text-to-Video Becomes Reality with Sora by OpenAI | 60 43:19

26 weeks پیش43:19

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Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory unpack the latest advancements shaping the AI and association landscape. From Meta's groundbreaking Llama 3.3 model, which challenges scaling laws with its smaller yet mightier parameters, to OpenAI’s launch of Sora, a highly anticipated text-to-video AI model, we explore how these technologies redefine the boundaries of innovation. Discover why smaller AI models are taking the spotlight, how Sora’s creative capabilities might revolutionize storytelling, and the implications for associations embracing video at scale. Tune in for an insightful discussion on these exciting AI breakthroughs! 🔎 Check out the NEW Sidecar Learning Hub: https://learn.sidecarglobal.com/home 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecarglobal.com/ai 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Llama 3.3 ➡ https://www.llama.com/ Sora ➡ https://openai.com/sora HeyGen ➡ https://heygen.com Hugging Face ➡ https://huggingface.co Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 03:16 - Overview of Meta’s Llama 3.3 Model 06:51 - Benchmark Comparisons and Cost Impacts 10:53 - Multi-Agentic Applications with Llama 3.3 17:12 - Transitioning Models in Real-Time 19:41 - Redefining Scaling Laws in AI 24:03 - Launch of OpenAI’s Sora 30:07 - The Creative Potential of Text-to-Video AI 36:29 - Consumer Expectations in AI-Driven Video 42:02 - Evaluating ChatGPT Pro Subscriptions 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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AI Grannies Fight Back & Anthropic’s Model Context Protocol | 59 43:02

27 weeks پیش43:02

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Send us a text In this post-Thanksgiving episode, Amith and Mallory dive into groundbreaking AI innovations shaping the association landscape. Discover the story behind Daisy, a clever chatbot designed to thwart phone scammers, and its implications for cybersecurity. The hosts also unpack Anthropic’s Model Context Protocol (MCP), an open-source framework poised to redefine how AI interacts with diverse data sources. With a mix of practical advice and forward-thinking insights, this episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the intersection of AI and associations. 🔎 Check out the NEW Sidecar Learning Hub: https://learn.sidecarglobal.com/home 📕 Download ‘Ascend 2nd Edition: Unlocking the Power of AI for Associations’ for FREE https://sidecarglobal.com/ai 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: ChatGPT ➡ https://openai.com ElevenLabs ➡ https://elevenlabs.io HeyGen ➡ https://www.heygen.com Anthropic’s Claude ➡ https://www.anthropic.com Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to the Post-Thanksgiving Episode 03:59 - Behind the Scenes: Creating an AI Co-Host 11:40 - Cybersecurity Meets AI: Fighting Scams with Daisy 15:42 - How AI Could Transform Telecom and Beyond 22:44 - Deep Dive into Anthropic’s Model Context Protocol 28:12 - Implications of MCP for Associations 38:40 - Questions for Tech Leaders About AI Standards 42:16 - Closing Thoughts 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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Send us a text In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory gear up for the ASAE Annual Conference with a detailed discussion on how to navigate the event effectively. They delve into the world of AI vendors, exploring how to distinguish valuable tools from the hype, and discuss the latest advancements in humanoid robots and visual segmentation models. Whether you're attending ASAE Annual or evaluating AI tools from afar, this episode offers valuable insights and practical tips to stay ahead in the association world. 🔗 ASAE 2024 Annual Meeting & Exposition: https://annual.asaecenter.org/expo.cfm 🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Perplexity ➡ https://perplexity.ai Figure 2 by Figure AI Inc. ➡ https://figure.ai 📽 WATCH: https://youtu.be/42Uemd92b3E?si=c1MLSTzsdLPyfoXe SAM2 by Meta AI ➡ https://ai.meta.com/blog/segment-anything-2/ Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 04:48 - ASAE Annual Experience and Tips 09:46 - Evaluating AI Vendors at Conferences 21:28 - Importance of AI Safety & Privacy 28:12 - Humanoid Robots: Figure 2 38:18 - Potential Applications of Humanoid Robots 43:44 - Visual Segmentation with SAM2 51:40 - Further Applications for Associations 55:41 - Upcoming Events and Wrap-Up 🚀 Sidecar on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/ 👍 Like & Subscribe! https://x.com/sidecarglobal https://www.youtube.com/@SidecarSync https://sidecar.ai/ Amith Nagarajan is the Chairman of Blue Cypress https://BlueCypress.io , a family of purpose-driven companies and proud practitioners of Conscious Capitalism. The Blue Cypress companies focus on helping associations, non-profits, and other purpose-driven organizations achieve long-term success. Amith is also an active early-stage investor in B2B SaaS companies. He’s had the good fortune of nearly three decades of success as an entrepreneur and enjoys helping others in their journey. 📣 Follow Amith: https://linkedin.com/amithnagarajan Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space. 📣 Follow Mallory: https://linkedin.com/mallorymejias ...…

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1. Introduction (00:00:00)

2. Project Strawberry: AI’s Next Big Leap (00:05:27)

3. System One vs. System Two Thinking in AI (00:07:35)

4. Mixture of Experts and How They Shape AI (00:12:53)

5. Hugging Face’s Speech-to-Speech Model Explained (00:19:44)

6. Real-World Use Cases for Speech-to-Speech AI (00:32:08)

7. AI’s Role in Transforming Grid Infrastructure (00:40:52)

8. Future of Small AI Models and Sustainable AI Use (00:50:09)

Project Strawberry, Hugging Face Speech-to-Speech Model, & AI and Grid Infrastructure | 47

فصل ها

1. Introduction (00:00:00)

2. Project Strawberry: AI’s Next Big Leap (00:05:27)

3. System One vs. System Two Thinking in AI (00:07:35)

4. Mixture of Experts and How They Shape AI (00:12:53)

5. Hugging Face’s Speech-to-Speech Model Explained (00:19:44)

6. Real-World Use Cases for Speech-to-Speech AI (00:32:08)

7. AI’s Role in Transforming Grid Infrastructure (00:40:52)

8. Future of Small AI Models and Sustainable AI Use (00:50:09)

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