Deacs.AI

Episodes

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  Six Fingered Zombie Santa
  Can Artifificial Intelligence and the Arts co-exist? Theatre professor Kevin Frazier rifts on how AI tools are opening doors to new forms of creativity and collaboration. We’ll explore how artists and educators are harnessing AI to push the boundaries of design and theater, and what roles humans still play. It’s a journey into the future where technology and art intertwine to create the extraordinary.
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  Quick Dive: Making of Tales from the AI Frontier
  Watch out Pixar! Go behind the pixels with Michael, creator of Wake Forest’s “Tales from the AI Frontier” video series. He pulls back the curtain on using AI image generators, large language models, and other tools to build animated explainers, design his custom AI avatar, and streamline the entire production process. Learn how AI can help you conquer technical hurdles and bring your video ideas to life!
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  The First Inning of the Artificial Intelligence Ballgame
  Stepping up to the plate, John Montana provides insight on how higher education can leverage its unique position to lead the conversation, foster critical engagement, and ensure that future graduates are equipped not just with knowledge, but with the skills to navigate a rapidly changing pedogogical landscape. How is higher ed grappling with AI’s transformative evolution? We discuss strategic approaches to building AI fluency and why redesigning the learning experience is essential to prepare students for the complex world ahead.
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  Real Life Jack Ryan
  Jack Ryan dives into the world of Artificial Intelligence. Beyond the campus, AI is a major player in international relations. Tom Brister brings his classroom and national security expertise to the discussion, touching on everything from scholarly assignments to AI’s role in modern warfare, from innovative teaching methods to the potential for a new kind of arms race. Hear his journey from skeptical observer to everyday user and why understanding this technology is vital for navigating future global affairs.
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  Real World AI for Productivity: Insights from Greg Collins
  Can AI really write better emails, take smarter meeting notes, AND plan your dinner? Wake Forest tech leader Greg Collins shares his real-world experiences using tools like Gemini, ChatGPT, and Zoom AI Companion, cutting through the hype to find what actually works at the office and home.
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  Welcome to Deacs.AI: Our Origin Story
  Do you want to know how Wake Foresters are using AI? Join Ryan and Michael as they introduce the DEACS.AI podcast series. They’ll explore artificial intelligence through real-world stories – from writing emails and learning to DIY projects and lasagna recipes. Discover practical ways AI can change your work and life.