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The AI community is full of people making fascinating discoveries and doing incredible work to help us all to harness AI. But it can be hard to separate signal from noise.
This section provides a curated selection of resources and perspective from this broader AI community. We’ve highlighted what we call “AI explorers” who particularly stand out for their insightful and credible perspective. Follow them, learn from them, and join in on their conversations on the evolving AI opportunity.
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Quick tips to Jump In
The best way to learn AI is to get hands-on. That's why we created a Quick Start Pack—a very short "short list" of recs to plug into the AI pulse, plus key tips for AI communication.
Just getting started? Follow these AI explorers.
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Ethan Mollick
A Wharton professor by day, Ethan’s constant experiments—from using AI to analyze literature to testing the limits of coding assistants—provide unique insights into AI's capabilities. While some posts dive deep into academic or technical territory, his infectious enthusiasm makes even complex concepts accessible.
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Alison McCauley
Drawing on decades of experience helping organizations adapt to technology change, Alison shares practical frameworks for making AI work in your life and organization. As the Chief Advocacy Officer of Think with AI she helps people understand AI change, and what it means to them.
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Allie Miller
A former AI Product Manager at IBM and AWS, Allie demystifies AI developments with a blend of big-picture insights and practical applications. Her quick, relatable posts help non-technical professionals understand AI's impact, making her a standout voice in democratizing AI knowledge.
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Rowan Cheung
Rowan cuts through AI noise with insider perspectives on the industry's most significant developments. His daily newsletter The Rundown has become essential reading for staying current on AI. His posts are particularly valuable for those trying to spot emerging trends and understand the implications of new AI developments.
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Heather Murray
What sets Heather apart is her accessible, tell-it-like-it-is takes on what AI tools can and can't do. Her experiments and case studies are especially valuable for content creators and marketers, but her clear explanations of AI capabilities benefit anyone looking to work smarter with AI.
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Rachel Woods
Creator of the popular The AI Exchange newsletter, Rachel excels at bringing use cases to life. Her TikTok presence brings AI literacy to new audiences, she's particularly skilled at identifying and sharing ways AI can enhance daily work and life, and her insights can help you leverage AI to optimize your organization.
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Charlene Li
A pioneer in digital transformation research, Charlene brings crucial historical perspective to AI developments. Her analysis helps leaders understand AI's place in the broader technology landscape, with particular insight into how it's reshaping organizational dynamics and the future of leadership.
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Noelle Russelll
A veteran AI practitioner and advocate for responsible AI, Noelle brings a uniquely grounded perspective to AI. Her upbeat but candid posts share real-world stories and make complex concepts approachable, helping teams approach AI adoption thoughtfully and responsibly.
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Paul Roetzer
Paul breaks down how AI is reshaping marketing with unusual clarity and practical insight. As founder of the Marketing AI Institute, he shares real examples of what's working now and what's coming next, making AI approachable for marketers at any level with clear explanations and takeaways.
Jumpstart your learning with these top picks.
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One Useful Thing
NEWSLETTER
Ethan Mollick's newsletter breaks down how AI is changing our world, from office work to schools to everyday tasks. Each issue is packed with useful tips and fascinating discoveries you can actually use. Want a quick crash course in how AI has evolved over time and its implications? Spend an hour scrolling through past issues—you'll be surprised how much you'll learn.
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The AI Daily Brief
PODCAST
Host Nathaniel Whittemore breaks down the latest developments in AI with thoughtful analysis and helpful context—from new AI tools to bigger questions about where this technology is headed. Some episodes can drift into AI-insider speak, so focus in on those that interest you most, and as you feel more comfortable, a daily dose (or once a week catch up) will go a long way toward keeping you in the loop.
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A Simple Guide to Boost Your Brain Power, Creativity, and Performance
BOOK
Social scientist and digital transformation strategist Alison McCauley immersed herself in studying hundreds of early adopters to decode their secrets of success. She transforms these powerful insights into a clear, proven framework that anyone can use to turn AI into their cognitive advantage.
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Proven AI Prompts for Boldness
QUICK READ
In under a minute, Paqui Lizana and Jenny Nicholson of Brilliant Failures will shift your understanding of what prompting can be. Go deeper, think alongside AI and use the tech for personal growth and self-discovery by asking “why”, not just “what”.
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The Rundown
NEWSLETTER
This newsletter cuts through the noise to bring you the day's biggest AI stories in clear, bite-sized pieces. Founder Rowan Cheung has built a massive following by explaining complex AI news in a way that actually makes sense. Whether you're curious about the latest AI tools or want to understand how AI is reshaping different industries, this daily breakdown keeps you informed with a quick read.
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The TED AI Show
PODCAST
Feel like you’re sitting in on fascinating conversations about AI's role in our future as host Bilawal Sidhu (a former Google engineer) chats with an amazing mix of guests—from artists to scientists to tech leaders. They explore everything from how AI might change our jobs to how it's shaking up the art world, keeping things interesting and accessible even when tackling big ideas.
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The Artificial Intelligence Show
PODCAST
For those thinking about how to apply AI in their business, hosts Paul Roetzer and Mike Kaput spend an hour each week breaking down what's new in AI and what it means for your work and career. They skip the tech jargon and focus on what matters—how to make AI work for you, whether you're running a business or just trying to stay ahead in your job.
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Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI)
RESEARCH INSTITUTE
The HAI website and newsletter offer a comprehensive resource for AI research, education, and policy initiatives, and a window into how AI is shaping our world, HAI is know for its top researchers who care about getting it right. Sign up for their newsletter to get trusted perspectives on AI implications from credible sources.
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