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The Andrew Mayne Podcast

The Andrew Mayne Podcast

By: Andrew Mayne
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Wall Street Journal bestselling novelist and former OpenAI science communicator Andrew Mayne pulls back the curtain on how human imagination and artificial intelligence fuse to shape tomorrow’s breakthroughs.Copyright 2025 Andrew Mayne Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Personal Development Personal Success
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  • How I got my job at OpenAI
    Jul 7 2025

    Andrew Mayne shares his unique journey from a career in television and magic to becoming a pioneering prompt engineer at OpenAI.

    00:00 Introduction: My Journey to OpenAI

    00:26 Transitioning to Tech in My Forties

    00:49 Learning Through Projects

    02:14 From Magic to AI

    03:57 Discovering GPT-2 and GPT-3

    09:21 Becoming a Prompt Engineer

    10:02 Building and Creating with GPT-3

    13:23 Advice for Aspiring AI Enthusiasts

    16:23 Roles and Responsibilities at OpenAI

    17:12 Conclusion: Key Takeaways

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    18 mins
  • Why the future needs you
    Jun 29 2025

    The Human Element in the Age of AI: Insights from Andrew Mayne

    In this episode, Andrew Mayne addresses the question of AI's impact on the workforce, emphasizing that while AI can perform many knowledge work tasks, it cannot replace the uniquely human elements that contribute to various professions. Drawing on his experience at OpenAI, Andrew discusses how AI is improving but notes that humans will continue to create new jobs and solve emerging problems. He highlights the value of human creativity, individuality, and connection, using examples from literature, theater, and sports. Despite AI's growing capabilities, Andrew argues that people will always care about and seek out human experiences.

    00:00 Introduction: The Future of AI and Knowledge Work

    00:33 The Human Element in Creative Work

    01:38 The Evolution of Work and AI's Role

    03:02 The Limitations of AI in Human Experiences

    04:06 The Enduring Value of Human Creativity

    05:22 Conclusion: Embracing AI While Valuing Humanity

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    6 mins
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