The Kurty D Show
056 - Fresh AI with Doug Campbell
Episode Summary
This week's podcast guest, Douglas Campbell, is about to blow your mind. He's a RISD grad who's not just a design mastermind, he's hacking the future with AI! We'll crack open his digital toolbox, see how he's blending tech and creativity, and dive into the magic he conjures at projectfresh.com. Remember Mindshare LA? Yeah, picture TED Talks on Playa Dust – epic vibes. We'll revisit those days, then blast off to explore the AI revolution and how it's reshaping everything from robots rewriting the rules to how we actually create. Doug's got the inside scoop, from efficiency hacks to unleashing your inner creative beast. But wait, there's more! Doug's also a non-fiction ninja, sharing his writing secrets and the course he built to turn you into a storytelling pro. Get ready for some soul-baring real talk about chasing passion, conquering internal struggles, and finding your worth beyond the paycheck. This episode is a mind-bending blend of tech wizardry, personal growth gold, and a dash of nostalgia that'll make you wanna high-five the future. (P.S. Check the show notes for the Mindshare-born Syyn Labs who built the epic Rube Goldberg machine for OK Go's "This Too Shall Pass" – 40 million views and counting!). So tune in, press play, and let Doug and Kurt take you on a wild ride you won't forget. And don't forget to check out his playground of innovation at projectfresh.com – your mind and your business will thank you!
Episode Notes
Episode Highlights:
- Kurt and Doug reminisce about the Mindshare LA event and its impact on their lives and careers.
- Doug shares his experience and background, from his education in the UK to his diverse experiences and travels across the US
- Doug’s exploration of generative AI for nonfiction writing, detailing the creative process and the successful launch of his book
- The impact of AI on creativity and the empowerment of individuals to be more creative.
- The process and challenges in creating the Rube Goldberg machine, including the team effort and the number of takes.
- Doug’s transition from personal adventures to consulting on incorporating AI into business workflows.
- The importance of leveraging technology to improve efficiency and creativity, and Doug's approach to helping others achieve this.
- The benefits of leveraging technology to streamline tasks and reduce stress in day-to-day operations.
- The societal impact of the money game and the challenges associated with consumerism and debt.
Tweetable Quotes:
- “AI revolution is not just about automation or replacing humans. It's a wonderful chance for people to become even more creative.” — Douglas Campbell
- “While there is a lot of upset and talk about how AI is ruining industries, a lot of people are actually spending time focusing on how to use this as a new tool.” — Douglas Campbell
- “If you wanna see what addiction looks like, you can see it in the eyes of the 10-year-old who hasn't gotten their full-screen time today.” — Douglas Campbell
- “If really your joy is painting, figure out a way to work with the AI so that you can live a life as a painter.” — Douglas Campbell
- AIs are giving us more spaciousness to play and to be creative.” — Douglas Campbell
- "To first step to get started with AI is mindfulness; the first step is looking at your flows." — Douglas Campbell
- “The reality is every day, terrible things are happening with human drivers.” — Douglas Campbell
- “No matter how many people said” that was amazing”, you're not gonna fill that hole until you actually figure out how to make yourself feel whole from within.” — Douglas Campbell
- “I feel like people are saying to me, “you're so valuable”, and I'm feeling it more than I ever had in the past.” — Douglas Campbell
- “AI is a quantum leap. It’s a sea change.” — Kurty D.
- “Money is one easy way to measure value.” — Kurty D.
- “I think the thing that's wild about the human experience is that we're not truth-seeking creatures, we're social creatures.” — Kurty D.
- “People are getting in debt buying things they don’t need to impress people they don’t know.” — Kurty D.
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