The Applied AI Podcast

Practical insights from the frontlines of AI implementation.

The Applied AI Podcast brings Talbot West's real-world experience directly to executives and decision-makers navigating AI adoption. Drawing from digital transformation initiatives across defense, government, and enterprise sectors, CEO Jacob Andra cuts through vendor hype to deliver actionable intelligence about what actually works.

Each episode explores the practical side of AI implementation, from ensemble Cognitive Hive AI (CHAI) systems to governance frameworks and ROI calculation. Rather than dwelling on theoretical possibilities or technical minutia, the podcast focuses on what organizations need to know today to make intelligent AI decisions.

Jacob brings the same direct, no-nonsense approach that defines Talbot West's client engagements. Topics range from build-versus-buy decisions to AI prioritization frameworks, from data preprocessing challenges to the realities of AI-powered automation. The podcast addresses the questions executives actually ask: What delivers immediate value? Where do AI initiatives fail? How do successful organizations structure their AI capabilities?

The Applied AI Podcast serves as a bridge between Talbot West's proprietary frameworks, such as APEX (AI Prioritization and EXecution) and CHAI architectures, and the broader business community. Listeners gain access to battle-tested strategies typically reserved for direct client engagements, learning from both successes and failures across diverse AI implementations.

Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other streaming services, the podcast provides executives with the context and clarity needed to lead AI initiatives effectively. No marketing spin. No technical jargon. Just practical guidance from practitioners who implement AI systems every day.