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# The Improving Edge Podcast

A podcast for the innovators at the intersection of technology and AI

## Check Out Our Latest Episode

The Evolution of AI: Where it Started and Where We Are Now - The Improving Edge \| Spotify

[The Evolution of AI: Where it Started and Where We Are Now](https://open.spotify.com/episode/3tamy5bJE7R18WSO15q77b?go=1&sp_cid=3253f5ebf1b6d992118cb5ded2b22e29&utm_source=embed_player_v&utm_medium=desktop)

[The Improving Edge](https://open.spotify.com/show/5BxuLPwNLRtLU01jumKPxi?go=1&sp_cid=3253f5ebf1b6d992118cb5ded2b22e29&utm_source=embed_player_v&utm_medium=desktop)

[Play on Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/episode/3tamy5bJE7R18WSO15q77b?go=1&sp_cid=3253f5ebf1b6d992118cb5ded2b22e29&utm_source=embed_player_v&utm_medium=desktop "Play on Spotify")

06/02/2026

### Episode #05 - The Evolution of AI: Where It Started and Where We Are Now

Ever wondered where AI initially started? From Alan Turing to Dartmouth conferences, Scott Poulin and David O'Hara discuss the evolution of AI, the people involved in its conception, where initial talks failed, and how it has progressed. Their discussion ends on where AI is today.

## Previous Podcast Episodes

Human-in-the-Loop: Growing Talent in the Age of AI Agents​ - The Improving Edge \| Spotify

[Human-in-the-Loop: Growing Talent in the Age of AI Agents​](https://open.spotify.com/episode/4utslcKYJroIcCMtoy4259?go=1&sp_cid=2cf2af89a1f0524aaccb92c684b73e84&utm_source=embed_player_v&utm_medium=desktop)

[The Improving Edge](https://open.spotify.com/show/5BxuLPwNLRtLU01jumKPxi?go=1&sp_cid=2cf2af89a1f0524aaccb92c684b73e84&utm_source=embed_player_v&utm_medium=desktop)

[Play on Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/episode/4utslcKYJroIcCMtoy4259?go=1&sp_cid=2cf2af89a1f0524aaccb92c684b73e84&utm_source=embed_player_v&utm_medium=desktop "Play on Spotify")

05/19/2026

#### **Episode #04 - Human-in-the-Loop: Growing Talent in the Age of AI Agents**

In this episode, Blake McMillan, VP of Training and Consulting, and David dive into how you can focus on talent and simultaneously implement AI, growing with intention, and how AI can encourage growth in other, more human areas.

AI Strategy for 2026: Economic Responsibility and ROI - The Improving Edge \| Spotify

[AI Strategy for 2026: Economic Responsibility and ROI](https://open.spotify.com/episode/28vWxcoUJJ4DYmU9VGvQNO?go=1&sp_cid=bd087624647c2c605a7c3607cae8386f&utm_source=embed_player_v&utm_medium=desktop)

[The Improving Edge](https://open.spotify.com/show/5BxuLPwNLRtLU01jumKPxi?go=1&sp_cid=bd087624647c2c605a7c3607cae8386f&utm_source=embed_player_v&utm_medium=desktop)

[Play on Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/episode/28vWxcoUJJ4DYmU9VGvQNO?go=1&sp_cid=bd087624647c2c605a7c3607cae8386f&utm_source=embed_player_v&utm_medium=desktop "Play on Spotify")

05/05/2026

#### **Episode #03 - AI Strategy for 2026: Economic Responsibility and ROI**

Join David O'Hara and guest, Stephen Johnson - Executive at Improving, for this in depth conversation about why it's important for organizations to develop their own principles regarding AI risk, how to determine whether AI tools or an AI platform is better for the needs of an organization, the growth of agentic AI, and our responsibilities surrounding AI use. Thanks for tuning in!

Architecting the AI-Driven Business Model - The Improving Edge \| Spotify

[Architecting the AI-Driven Business Model](https://open.spotify.com/episode/090HQyzjicHlucgwUnTgqn?go=1&sp_cid=97bcd8951594eda22266594ea28d4977&utm_source=embed_player_v&utm_medium=desktop)

[The Improving Edge](https://open.spotify.com/show/5BxuLPwNLRtLU01jumKPxi?go=1&sp_cid=97bcd8951594eda22266594ea28d4977&utm_source=embed_player_v&utm_medium=desktop)

[Play on Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/episode/090HQyzjicHlucgwUnTgqn?go=1&sp_cid=97bcd8951594eda22266594ea28d4977&utm_source=embed_player_v&utm_medium=desktop "Play on Spotify")

04/21/2026

#### **Episode #02 - Architecting the AI-Driven Business Model**

In this episode, David sits down with Improving's Director of Delivery, John Ruzick, to discuss the AI-driven business model. They will explore what the AI-driven business model looks like, the foundations of AI-driven business models, and will offer practical advice for business just starting their AI journey.

## Connect With Improving

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