In The Blink of AI with Georgie Healy

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Mar 20, 2025 • 17min

Georgie Healy answers: Will AI Take Your Job? How to Thrive in an AI-Driven Future

Episode SummaryGeorgie Healy goes solo to address listeners' burning questions about AI's impact on jobs, careers, and the future of work. Drawing on insights from previous podcast guests, Georgie explores which jobs AI will transform, how professionals can adapt, and why emotional intelligence might be our greatest advantage. She also shares her personal journey, from chemical engineering to running Google's AI accelerator, offering actionable advice to stay competitive and fulfilled in an AI-driven world.Time Stamps00:00 – Georgie's first solo episode & her unconventional career journey02:18 – Will AI take your job? Georgie's candid take03:29 – Jobs most likely impacted by AI (hint: intuition matters!)06:00 – Is AI really an existential risk? Georgie addresses fears & myths08:03 – Companies making waves in AI (and why it matters)10:03 – AI tools and skills YOU should be mastering right now12:53 – The best strategies for upskilling (practical tips!)13:11 – Georgie's personal career bet: why she's doubling down on her strengths15:11 – Final advice: Leveraging AI to empower your career (with a memorable quote!)ResourcesGeorgie’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georginahealy/Georgie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgina_healy/Mentioned in this episode:PMB TrailerPMB Trailer
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Mar 13, 2025 • 52min

How AI is Making Games Uniquely Yours (Ft. Marty Burgess, Lightning Forge Games)

Episode SummaryAI isn't just assisting game developers; it's changing how games are fundamentally experienced. Marty Burgess, CEO and co-founder of Lightning Forge Games (LFG), explores the game-changing (literally!) potential of AI agents that seamlessly replace players during internet outages, replicate pro gamers, and even play on your behalf. He reveals how LFG's AI-driven gaming tools aren't just for internal use, they're opening up a SaaS platform, Saturn AI, to share these innovations across the industry.Marty explains the concept of "perfect game balance" and "dynamic worlds," detailing how AI can deliver tailored gaming experiences suited precisely to individual players. He shares his personal gaming inspirations, from childhood favourites to the current landscape of hyper-personalised, always-evolving gameplay. Marty and Georgie also discuss the importance of making games as fun to watch as they are to play, why AI can transform traditional storytelling in gaming, and the challenges of managing high compute costs.Throughout the conversation, Marty emphasises inclusivity in gaming, celebrates the diverse gaming community, and discusses the upcoming showcase of LFG's flagship title, Gladiator Mayhem, at the Game Developers Conference.Time Stamps00:00 – Replacing disconnected gamers seamlessly with AI agents01:32 – Introduction to Marty Burgess, CEO of Lightning Forge Games (LFG)02:33 – Marty shares the inspiration behind his passion: Sid Meier's Pirates04:58 – How LFG uses AI at the core of gaming experiences07:24 – AI agents playing on your behalf: revolutionary or controversial?09:04 – Filling multiplayer matches instantly using AI-driven agents12:10 – What exactly is "perfect game balance"?14:39 – Using AI to process massive amounts of game data effectively19:22 – Can AI help non-gamers discover a love for gaming?25:00 – How AI could make interactive fiction hyper-personalised29:02 – Understanding the concept of a "dynamic world" in gaming34:01 – AI playing Pokémon & Mario: Is it a good indicator of AI's potential?37:00 – Will people actually enjoy watching AI play games?39:05 – Lightning Forge Games announces its flagship title, Gladiator Mayhem40:53 – Rapid-fire Q&A: Marty names gaming’s GOAT (sort of!)43:21 – Marty’s passionate take on the best age to get into gaming45:10 – Hiring dilemma: Choose between an AI expert or an avid gamer?47:58 – Marty’s shout-out: How listeners can support Lightning Forge GamesResourcesMarty’s Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/marty-burgess/Lightning Forge Games (LFG) – AI and blockchain-powered gaming studio - https://lightningforge.games/Saturn AI – LFG’s upcoming SaaS product bringing AI agents to all game developersGame Developers Conference (GDC) – Premier professional event in gaming - https://gdconf.com/✨ Connect with Georgie HealyLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georginahealy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgina_healy/Twitter: https://x.com/georgina__healy?lang=enThe Day One NetworkIn The Blink of AI is part of Day One, the podcast network dedicated to founders, operators & investors.Sign up to get your weekly insights into the up-and-coming AI startups: https://dayone.fm/newsletter Mentioned in this episode:PMB TrailerPMB Trailer
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Mar 6, 2025 • 50min

The Ultimate AI Toolkit for Busy People ft. Gareth Rydon

Episode SummaryAI can transform how you work, and you don’t need to be an expert to take advantage of it. Gareth Rydon, co-founder of Friyay, breaks down some of the most powerful AI tools for productivity, from meeting transcription assistants to AI-powered shopping hacks. This episode dives into practical ways to integrate AI into everyday tasks, how to think about AI models like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini, and why you should stop stressing over perfect prompts. Plus, Gareth shares his insights on the evolving landscape of generative AI, the competition between LLMs, and which AI tools are actually worth your time.Time Stamps00:00 – Intro: The myth of the "perfect prompt" and why you don’t need to save lists of them02:18 – What is Friyay, and how it helps businesses implement AI03:22 – The AI tool that made Gareth’s LinkedIn post go viral05:34 – AI in real life: Using ChatGPT for meal planning and school schedules09:04 – AI Tool #1: Otter AI – The best AI-powered meeting assistant13:19 – Why AI note-taking is better than manual transcription17:35 – How accurate are AI transcription tools?22:32 – The AI model race: OpenAI vs. DeepSeek vs. Google vs. XAI26:02 – The celebrity personalities of AI models (ChatGPT as Matt Damon?)32:20 – AI Tool #2: GPT-4o’s 03 Mini Mode – The ultimate online shopping assistant37:43 – Pro tip: How to find discount codes with AI41:55 – Why you should ask AI to prompt itselfResources MentionedFriyay – Generative AI studio helping businesses integrate AI (https://www.friyay.ai)Otter AI – AI-powered meeting transcription and note-taking (https://otter.ai)ChatGPT 03 Mini – OpenAI’s reasoning model, great for online shopping (https://openai.com)DeepSeek AI – Open-source LLM making waves in AI accessibilityOne Useful Thing – AI insights from Ethan Mollick✨ Connect with Georgie HealyLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georginahealy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgina_healy/Twitter: https://x.com/georgina__healy?lang=enThe Day One NetworkIn The Blink of AI is part of Day One, the podcast network dedicated to founders, operators & investors.Sign up to get your weekly insights into the up-and-coming AI startups: https://dayone.fm/newsletter Mentioned in this episode:PMB TrailerPMB Trailer
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Feb 27, 2025 • 43min

Building AI Support So Good, You’ll Wonder: "Is This Even AI?" (Ft. Steve Hind, CEO Lorikeet)

Episode SummaryIn this episode of "In the Blink of AI," host Georgie Healy interviews Steve Hind, co-founder of Lorikeet, a leading AI customer support platform tailored for complex industries like FinTech and health tech. Steve discusses the evolving landscape of AI, addressing common misconceptions about its capabilities and the importance of prioritising customer experience. He emphasises that delivering effective support, whether through humans or AI, hinges on the intent and goals of the business.Steve elaborates on the uniqueness of Lorikeet's platform, which enables companies to train AI agents to handle intricate support queries, and highlights the significance of understanding the diverse needs of customers across various sectors. The conversation also touches upon the recent $14 million funding round for Lorikeet and the impact of AI technologies like Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) in enhancing customer support.Throughout the discussion, Steve shares insights on the importance of empathy in AI interactions, the role of customisation in chatbot personalities, and the necessity for businesses to adapt to the fast-paced AI advancements. He concludes with a reminder to approach AI with a mindset focused on improving customer experiences, urging listeners to be kind to AI as it continues to evolve.Time Stamps00:00 – Why AI customer support gets a bad reputation01:52 – What makes Lorikeet different from other AI support tools02:49 – Why banks and healthcare companies need AI-driven customer support09:00 – What is RAG, and why does it matter for AI-powered customer service?14:09 – The biggest mistake AI chatbots make in customer support16:26 – What does "agentic reasoning" really mean?19:12 – The cost of running AI models and why RAG reduces compute power27:46 – AI tools Steve uses every day (and his take on Perplexity and Replit)30:36 – How to stand out when applying for an AI job39:18 – What people get wrong about AGI and AI scaling lawsResources MentionedLorikeet – AI-powered customer support for FinTechs and health techs (https://www.lorikeetcx.ai/)Blackbird Ventures, Square Peg, Skip Capital – Major investors in LorikeetReplit & Cursor – AI-powered developer tools for software engineeringPerplexity AI – AI search and research assistantSuperhuman AI – AI-powered email client with automated responses✨ Connect with Georgie HealyLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georginahealy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgina_healy/Twitter: https://x.com/georgina__healy?lang=enThe Day One NetworkIn The Blink of AI is part of Day One, the podcast network dedicated to founders, operators & investors.Sign up to get your weekly insights into the up-and-coming AI startups: https://dayone.fm/newsletter In the Blink of AI is made possible by our wonderful partnersDeelFounders scale faster on Deel. Set up payroll for any country in minutes, hire anyone anywhere, and get visas handled fast, so you stay focused on scaling. Deel takes care of onboarding, HR, IT, EOR, benefits, and compliance, so your team can grow without borders.It’s why more than 37,000 fast-growing companies trust Deel to move fast.Book a free 30-min demo https://www.deel.com/dayone Mentioned in this episode:PMB TrailerPMB Trailer
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Feb 20, 2025 • 48min

Revolutionising Pet Healthcare with AI ft. Jing Wei from Fetch

Episode SummaryIn this episode of In The Blink of AI, Georgie Healy chats with Jing Wei, Lead AI Engineer at Fetch, an InsurTech startup backed by Airtree. Fetch is leveraging AI to streamline pet insurance claims, making vet care more accessible and efficient.Jing shares insights into AI’s role in pet healthcare, tackling handwritten vet notes, PDFs, and complex medical data to speed up claims processing. She also discusses the rise of robotic pets, including China's viral AI guinea pig Boo Boo, and the implications of AI-driven pet monitoring.The conversation explores how AI is improving veterinary diagnostics, the challenges of building AI models, and the unexpected costs of running AI startups. If you’re curious about AI in pet healthcare, robotic pets, or the technical realities of AI adoption, this episode is for you!Time Stamps00:00 – How AI is transforming pet healthcare01:11 – What is Fetch and how does AI improve pet insurance?06:00 – The rise of AI-powered robotic pets like Boo Boo13:29 – AI-powered pet monitoring: Useful or dystopian?16:11 – Can AI detect pet emotions and health issues?30:23 – The biggest challenge in AI: Handling unstructured vet records34:57 – Why PDFs are AI’s worst nightmare in pet insurance38:42 – The real cost of AI: Jing’s accidental $1,000 cloud bill39:35 – Fetch’s expansion plans: Taking AI-powered pet insurance global46:04 – Why pet owners should brush their pet’s teeth to avoid massive vet billsResources Mentioned- Fetch: InsurTech startup focused on pet insurance, utilising AI to streamline claims.- Google AI Accelerator: Program where Jing Wei refined her AI implementation skills.- Archive: Platform for non-peer-reviewed research papers, commonly used to find the latest AI research.- Hangzhou Genmo Technology: Company that produced the AI guinea pig called Boo Boo.- Tably: An app that reads cat facial cues to assess their emotions and health.- OCR (Optical Character Recognition): Technology used for text extraction from images and documents.✨ Connect with Georgie HealyLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georginahealy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgina_healy/Twitter: https://x.com/georgina__healy?lang=enThe Day One NetworkIn The Blink of AI is part of Day One, the podcast network dedicated to founders, operators & investors.Sign up to get your weekly insights into the up-and-coming AI startups: https://dayone.fm/newsletter In the Blink of AI is made possible by our wonderful partnersDeelFounders scale faster on Deel. Set up payroll for any country in minutes, hire anyone anywhere, and get visas handled fast, so you stay focused on scaling. Deel takes care of onboarding, HR, IT, EOR, benefits, and compliance, so your team can grow without borders.It’s why more than 37,000 fast-growing companies trust Deel to move fast.Book a free 30-min demo https://www.deel.com/dayone Mentioned in this episode:PMB TrailerPMB Trailer
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Feb 13, 2025 • 55min

The Investor’s Playbook: What VCs Look for in AI Startups

Episode SummaryIn this episode of In the Blink of AI, host Georgie Healy sits down with Danielle Haj-Moussa, an investor at Main Sequence, Australia’s largest deep-tech VC fund. As the first VC guest on the podcast, Danielle offers a rare inside look into what investors are really looking for in AI startups, how scaling laws are shaping the future of AI, and whether we are in an AI bubble.She dives deep into the intersection of AI and robotics, how foundational AI models are impacting real-world applications, and why Australian founders are uniquely positioned to thrive in deep tech. Danielle also shares her thoughts on AGI, AI bias, and compute efficiency, plus an unexpected insight into why so many deep-tech VCs are also DJs!If you’re a founder, investor, or just someone who wants to understand how AI startups succeed, this episode is packed with valuable insights.Time Stamps00:00 Scaling Laws & AI's Constant Evolution04:05 What Makes Deep-Tech VC Different?07:25 AI and Robotics: The Next Big Leap09:58 Is the AI Boom a Bubble?14:49 How to Spot a True AI Bubble18:25 Scaling Laws: Why They Matter (and Their Limits)21:47 The Future of Compute and AI Infrastructure27:37 What Investors Look for in AI Startups30:09 Can AI Startups Compete with Tech Giants?39:38 The AI Job Market: Will AI Replace or Create Jobs?44:44 AGI: Should We Be Freaked Out?48:19 The Regulatory Landscape for AI Startups51:11 VC Myths: Are Investors Just Vulture Capitalists?Resources MentionedMain Sequence – Australia’s largest deep-tech VC fundLovable – AI-powered tool for instant app creationRekordbox – DJ software used by professionalsDanielle Haj-Moussa's Linkedin✨ Connect with Georgie HealyLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georginahealy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgina_healy/Twitter: https://x.com/georgina__healy?lang=enThe Day One NetworkIn The Blink of AI is part of Day One, the podcast network dedicated to founders, operators & investors.Sign up to get your weekly insights into the up-and-coming AI startups: https://dayone.fm/newsletter In the Blink of AI is made possible by our wonderful partnersDeelFounders scale faster on Deel. Set up payroll for any country in minutes, hire anyone anywhere, and get visas handled fast, so you stay focused on scaling. Deel takes care of onboarding, HR, IT, EOR, benefits, and compliance, so your team can grow without borders.It’s why more than 37,000 fast-growing companies trust Deel to move fast.Book a free 30-min demo https://www.deel.com/dayone Mentioned in this episode:PMB TrailerPMB Trailer
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Feb 6, 2025 • 48min

Saving Lives with AI: The Story Behind Harrison AI

Episode SummaryIn this episode of In The Blink of AI, Georgie Healy sits down with Dr. Kevin Cheng, Chief Customer Officer at Harrison AI, one of Australia’s most successful AI startups. Harrison AI is transforming the medical field by developing AI-powered solutions that assist radiologists and pathologists in diagnosing diseases with greater speed and accuracy.Dr. Cheng shares the real-world impact of AI in healthcare, including a compelling story of how their AI system detected early-stage lung cancer in a UK patient, potentially saving her life. He also dives into the challenges of building AI in healthcare, the role of regulatory frameworks, and the future of consumer-driven healthcare innovations.The conversation covers AI’s potential to enhance medical workflows, reduce clinician burnout, and increase accessibility to quality healthcare—especially in underserved regions. Kevin also addresses common concerns about AI replacing human doctors and explains why he believes AI will always be an assistive tool rather than a replacement. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of AI, healthcare, and innovation.Time Stamps00:00 AI Detects Early-Stage Lung Cancer: A Life-Saving Moment00:33 Introduction to Dr. Kevin Cheng & Harrison AI02:14 How AI is Transforming Radiology and Pathology03:57 Why Kevin Left Medicine to Join Harrison AI06:23 The Challenges of Building AI in Healthcare09:19 Global Regulatory Hurdles and Market Expansion12:34 How AI Supports, Not Replaces, Doctors16:40 The Future of AI in Consumer-Driven Healthcare32:04 Real-World Impact: A Patient’s Life Saved by AI36:48 The Road Ahead: Scaling AI to Millions of Patients39:25 Addressing Public Fear and Misinformation About AI42:27 Can AI Reduce the Cost of Healthcare?44:30 AI’s Role in Providing Healthcare Access to Underserved Populations45:25 Will AI Replace Human Doctors? Kevin’s Perspective46:44 Closing Thoughts and Call to ActionResources MentionedHarrison AI – Australia’s leading AI-powered medical diagnostics companyAnnalise.ai – AI-driven radiology platform that assists with X-rays and scansFranklin.ai – AI system for pathology, improving the accuracy of tissue diagnosisBBC Interview with Diane – Story of a UK patient whose early-stage lung cancer was detected by AIFDA & European Regulatory Frameworks – Key differences in AI validation processesTelehealth & Consumer Health Trends – The shift towards at-home medical diagnosticsBlackbird Ventures – VC firm backing Harrison AI and other Australian startupsNotable Quotes"In this particular scenario, AI picked up a subtle finding—stage one lung cancer—allowing for immediate treatment. That’s the difference between life and death." — Dr. Kevin Cheng"AI isn’t replacing doctors. It’s augmenting their ability to diagnose, reducing errors, and giving them a second pair of eyes." — Dr. Kevin Cheng"Healthcare is evolving. Patients are demanding more access, better efficiency, and AI is making that possible." — Dr. Kevin Cheng"We have over a thousand sites live today, processing more than seven million cases a year. Our goal? A million cases a day." — Dr. Kevin Cheng"AI can be a great leveler in healthcare, especially in regions with clinician shortages. The challenge now is making the business model sustainable." — Dr. Kevin Cheng✨ Connect with Georgie HealyLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georginahealy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgina_healy/Twitter: https://x.com/georgina__healy?lang=enThe Day One NetworkIn The Blink of AI is part of Day One, the podcast network dedicated to founders, operators & investors.Sign up to get your weekly insights into the up-and-coming AI startups: https://dayone.fm/newsletter In the Blink of AI is made possible by our wonderful partnersDeelFounders scale faster on Deel. Set up payroll for any country in minutes, hire anyone anywhere, and get visas handled fast, so you stay focused on scaling. Deel takes care of onboarding, HR, IT, EOR, benefits, and compliance, so your team can grow without borders.It’s why more than 37,000 fast-growing companies trust Deel to move fast.Book a free 30-min demo https://www.deel.com/dayone Mentioned in this episode:PMB TrailerPMB Trailer
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Jan 29, 2025 • 46min

Decoding DeepSeek's AI Breakthrough: The $5M Model That Shook Nvidia

Episode SummaryIn this groundbreaking episode of In the Blink of AI, Georgie is joined by Daniel Bertram, CEO and co-founder of GigaBuddy, to unpack the breaking news about DeepSeek’s new AI models. Together, they dive deep into the implications of DeepSeek's R1 and V3 reasoning models, NVIDIA's market shake-up, and the broader context of open-source versus closed AI systems. They also explore AI ethics, privacy concerns, and what these developments mean for startups, investors, and everyday users. Whether you're an AI enthusiast or curious about how these technologies impact you, this episode offers invaluable insights.Time Stamps00:00 Introduction – DeepSeek news, AI breakthroughs, and Daniel's Australia Day BBQ02:06 NVIDIA’s stock drop – What happened and the DeepSeek impact04:45 DeepSeek’s R1 reasoning model – Why it’s revolutionary07:48 Open-source vs. closed AI models – The Meta and DeepSeek contributions11:10 NVIDIA’s AI chips – What they are, their role, and the challenges of innovation15:30 Privacy concerns – Using AI models hosted in China18:36 TikTok comparisons – National security concerns and data privacy22:43 DeepSeek vs. OpenAI – Cost efficiency and the future of AI reasoning28:57 Hyperscalers (Google, Amazon) – Their role in AI advancements33:34 Ethical implications – Regulations and concerns in the AI space38:35 GigaBuddy’s AI reasoning system – Building smarter AI-powered solutions44:50 Closing thoughts – Future of AI reasoning and upcoming episodesResources MentionedGigaBuddy: Learn about Daniel’s AI startup focusing on reasoning systemsOracle, OpenAI, and SoftBank’s Stargate Project: Learn about their $500B data center initiative✨ Connect with Georgie HealyLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georginahealy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgina_healy/Twitter: https://x.com/georgina__healy?lang=enThe Day One NetworkIn The Blink of AI is part of Day One, the podcast network dedicated to founders, operators & investors.Sign up to get your weekly insights into the up-and-coming AI startups: https://dayone.fm/newsletter In the Blink of AI is made possible by our wonderful partnersDeelFounders scale faster on Deel. Set up payroll for any country in minutes, hire anyone anywhere, and get visas handled fast, so you stay focused on scaling. Deel takes care of onboarding, HR, IT, EOR, benefits, and compliance, so your team can grow without borders.It’s why more than 37,000 fast-growing companies trust Deel to move fast.Book a free 30-min demo https://www.deel.com/dayone Mentioned in this episode:PMB TrailerPMB Trailer
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Jan 23, 2025 • 47min

Democratising Generative AI: Jeevika Makani on Building TopRoad

Episode SummaryIn this episode of In the Blink of AI, host Georgie Healy interviews Jeevika Makani, co-founder of TopRoad and Y Combinator alum. Jeevika explains TopRoad’s mission to democratise AI by helping developers monetise custom GPTs in the OpenAI store. She reveals how “apps” (or GPTs) can offer more specialised functionality than ChatGPT alone, enabling end-to-end user experiences, like e-commerce fulfilment or streamlined travel planning. Jeevika also shares her experiences graduating from Y Combinator, discussing what founders need to succeed and why creating tangible value for users is more important than hype. Finally, she dives into the broader potential of AI, dispelling the notion that we’ve reached “peak” AI. According to Jeevika, the true AI revolution has only just begun.Time Stamps00:00 AI’s transformative impact: “We’re living through a knowledge revolution.”00:37 Introduction: Georgie welcomes Jeevika and introduces TopRoad’s AI mission.01:47 Origin of TopRoad: Pivoting in Jamaica, discovering the GPT store, and first GPT build.03:32 Early product insights: Niche GPTs, monetisation gaps, and the developer experience.05:14 The GPT store’s potential: Encouraging developers to build premium AI apps.06:24 Y Combinator experience: Why authenticity and scrappiness matter for founders.09:07 YC insights: Founders' resilience, pitching tips, and networking advantages.11:45 Exploring TopRoad’s technical approach: Custom GPT actions and real-world examples.18:07 Developer incentives: Monetisation models, compute costs, and app distribution challenges.24:26 Democratising AI adoption: Personalised apps, vertical use cases, and user-friendly design.29:03 Jeevika’s background: Building fintech in Nairobi and lessons for diverse founders.36:02 Rapid Fire: Overhyped MBAs, favourite AI tools, and Microsoft Copilot skepticism.41:16 Closing thoughts: AI’s untapped potential, staying optimistic, and TopRoad’s beta apps.Resources MentionedContext CrafterDescription: A tool by TopRoad that connects FAQs or company-specific data to generate highly contextualised responses, streamlining customer support and professional communications like investor updates.TopRoad’s GPT Builder ToolsDescription: Developer tools that enable custom GPT apps with analytics, monetisation options, and marketing features. Designed to be no-code friendly and integrated with the OpenAI GPT store.Basel III Global Banking FrameworkDescription: A global standard providing a framework for banking regulation and risk management, referenced for scaling AI apps targeting financial institutions.Private Apps by TopRoadDescription: Beta tools, including personalised AI apps for writing and contextualised data integrations, created to improve developer productivity and simplify access for non-technical users.✨ Connect with Georgie HealyLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georginahealy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgina_healy/Twitter: https://x.com/georgina__healy?lang=enThe Day One NetworkIn The Blink of AI is part of Day One, the podcast network dedicated to founders, operators & investors.Sign up to get your weekly insights into the up-and-coming AI startups: https://dayone.fm/newsletter In the Blink of AI is made possible by our wonderful partnersDeelFounders scale faster on Deel. Set up payroll for any country in minutes, hire anyone anywhere, and get visas handled fast, so you stay focused on scaling. Deel takes care of onboarding, HR, IT, EOR, benefits, and compliance, so your team can grow without borders.It’s why more than 37,000 fast-growing companies trust Deel to move fast.Book a free 30-min demo https://www.deel.com/dayone Mentioned in this episode:PMB TrailerPMB Trailer
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Jan 23, 2025 • 52min

Sam Garven on Building Safer Workplaces with AI: Say Hello Canopy

Episode SummaryIn this compelling episode, Georgie Healy interviews Sam Garven, co-founder of Hello Canopy, a revolutionary AI-powered misconduct and psychosocial safety reporting platform. Sam shares her personal journey from experiencing workplace harassment to founding a startup aimed at creating safer workplaces. She discusses Canopy’s mission, the challenges of building an AI product as a non-technical founder, and the unique aspects of the Australian startup ecosystem. Sam also opens up about her experience with the Techstars Accelerator and emphasises the importance of building in public and embracing vulnerability. This episode is packed with insights on leadership, innovation, and resilience.Timestamps00:00 Introduction to In the Blink of AI and Sam Garven00:36 Updates on Canopy’s Rebrand and Progress in 202503:05 Overview of Canopy: AI-Driven Misconduct and Safety Reporting06:44 Sam’s Personal Experiences and Inspiration Behind Canopy09:04 Becoming a Founder: From HR Expertise to Building a Startup11:29 Industry Gaps in Misconduct Reporting and Canopy’s Unique Approach16:31 Sam’s Experience in the Techstars Accelerator Program21:29 The Importance of Building in Public and Embracing the Cringe27:21 Challenges of Being a Female Founder in the Australian Startup Ecosystem33:36 Metrics, Data Validation, and AI’s Role in Canopy’s Product39:04 Privacy, Data Security, and the Challenges of Sensitive Information45:16 Sam’s Vision for Canopy’s Future: Global Impact and Diverse Use Cases47:18 Thoughts on VC Investment and Expanding the Team49:21 Closing Call to Action: Joining Canopy’s Waitlist and Providing InsightsNotable Quotes"Building in public is free marketing. Why wouldn’t I take my potential customers and advocates on the journey with me?" – Sam Garven"We deal in such sensitive information that we can’t afford to break trust and call it a whoopsie." – Sam Garven"Women are natural super connectors, and that’s a critical skill for building startups." – Sam Garven"Embrace the cringe. LinkedIn is cringy, but it’s also where you’ll find people who believe the same things you do." – Sam Garven"On the worst day of someone’s life, Canopy needs to be there to make reporting simple and effective." – Sam Garven✨ Connect with Georgie HealyLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georginahealy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgina_healy/Twitter: https://x.com/georgina__healy?lang=enThe Day One NetworkIn The Blink of AI is part of Day One, the podcast network dedicated to founders, operators & investors.Sign up to get your weekly insights into the up-and-coming AI startups: https://dayone.fm/newsletter In the Blink of AI is made possible by our wonderful partnersDeelFounders scale faster on Deel. Set up payroll for any country in minutes, hire anyone anywhere, and get visas handled fast, so you stay focused on scaling. Deel takes care of onboarding, HR, IT, EOR, benefits, and compliance, so your team can grow without borders.It’s why more than 37,000 fast-growing companies trust Deel to move fast.Book a free 30-min demo https://www.deel.com/dayone Mentioned in this episode:PMB TrailerPMB Trailer

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