Episodes

61 episodes and counting

EP 061

Groundwater Rights, Aquifers, and Drought: What Nobody Tells You

A practical conversation on groundwater rights, aquifer pressure, and what drought risk really means for communities and businesses.

Mar 7, 2026 · 42:33
Groundwater RightsAquifersDrought +1
EP 060

From Brilliant to Credible: What STEM Leaders Need to Know

Armando talks with Shayna Rattler Davis about how technical leaders build trust, sharpen positioning, and communicate with credibility to investors, customers, and teams.

Mar 2, 2026 · 48:05 · with Shayna Rattler Davis
Leadership signalingFounder messagingExecutive credibility +2
EP 059

Stop Being Invisible: AI, Short-Form Video, and the New Rules of Getting Found

Armando sits down with Jenna Nelson on practical AI systems to improve visibility, scale content output, and help small businesses get discovered faster.

Feb 25, 2026 · 53:39 · with Jenna Nelson
Short-form video strategyAI content repurposingAI search visibility +2
EP 058

Breaking Down AI Hype with Ian Cook: LLMs, AGI Skepticism, and Real-World Tools

Ian Cook, SVP of AI at Qloo, joins to break down how LLMs actually work, why AGI skepticism is healthy, and how real professionals are putting AI tools to work every day.

Feb 17, 2026 · 49:30 · with Ian Cook
LLMs ExplainedAGI SkepticismAI Tools at Work +3
EP 057

I Built Website Features Live by Just Talking to My AI Agent

Armando builds website features live on stream using an AI coding agent. No IDE, no manual code edits. Just plain English instructions sent via Telegram.

Feb 15, 2026 · 30:06
AI Coding AgentsOpenClawLive Coding Demo +3
EP 056

You're Losing Out On Free Samples: This App Helps You Find Them

In this episode of The Web Talk Show, I sit down with Al Schuster and Heather Johnson, co-founders of Sample Finder and the team behind Polaris Brand Promotions, a nationwide experiential marketing and promotional staffing agency.

Feb 6, 2026 · 45:03
EP 055

From Chatbots to Claims Agents: Inside an AI-First Insurance Startup

In this episode of the Web Talk Show, I sit down with Juan García, co-founder of Tuio, Spain's first AI-native insurance company.

Feb 3, 2026 · 49:56
AIBusinessDesign
EP 054

Disposable Tools: Build It, Use It, Throw It Away

In this episode of The Web Talk Show, Armando is joined by Mike Carlo to unpack a concept they predicted months ago: disposable tools. The idea is simple but powerful. Build something with AI, use it, and when the models improve, rebuild it better in minutes.

Feb 2, 2026 · 35:32
AIDesign
EP 053

OpenClaw: Your AI Assistant That Actually Gets Things Done

OpenClaw (formerly MoltBot, formerly ClaudeBot) has been making waves, and the name changes alone have been a wild ride. But what is it actually? And is it worth your time?

Feb 1, 2026 · 34:35
AI
EP 052

LIVE: To OpenClaw or not to OpenClaw (Moltbot/Clawd Bot)

In this live episode, we dive into whether or not it makes sense to use OpenClaw (formerly Moltbot, formerly Clawd Bot) and why it is (in my opinion) indeed awesome - though misunderstood.

Jan 31, 2026 · 39:15
EP 051

What Your Dad (and Mom) Should Know About ChatGPT

Is someone in your life curious about ChatGPT but hasn't tried it yet?

Jan 24, 2026 · 18:49
AI
EP 050

Survival of the Wisest: A New Approach to Technology Leadership

In this episode of The Web Talk Show, I sit down with Barbara Wittmann, founder of Digital Wisdom Collective, to discuss why digital transformation and AI projects continue to fail at staggering rates, despite years of investment and effort.

Jan 22, 2026 · 40:23
AILeadership
EP 049

What Nobody Teaches Doctors About Running a Practice

30% of medical office calls go unanswered. Patients wait days for callbacks while staff drown in paperwork. Dr. Rishin Shah built a cardiology practice that never misses a call and shares exactly how independent doctors can survive in 2026.

Jan 16, 2026 · 48:06
AIDesign
EP 048

90 Years of Stage Magic: San Antonio's Best-Kept Secret

In this episode, I sit down with Adriana Kahrs from Texas Scenic, a 90-year-old San Antonio company that manufactures and installs the rigging, curtains, and equipment inside theaters across the country.

Jan 13, 2026 · 53:37
AIBusinessDesign
EP 047

Why 350,000 People Are on a 20-Year Waiting List in Texas

What happens to 8.5 million Americans with intellectual and developmental disabilities when they age out of the school system? Mark Olson from LTO Ventures joins me to explain the "cliff" families face at age 22, why Texas has a 20-year waitlist for critical services, and how intentional communities

Jan 10, 2026 · 51:34
AIWeb Development
EP 046

The $50,000 Breakdown That Never Happened: AI for Truck Shops

What if you could predict a catastrophic failure three months before it happened?

Jan 6, 2026 · 23:53
AI
EP 045

Unlocking AI: Chatting with Your Documents for Business Efficiency

Small business owners: want to use AI but don't know where to start? This episode breaks down one of the simplest, most practical ways to get started: chatting with your documents.

Jan 2, 2026 · 26:35 · with Your Documents
AIBusiness
EP 044

The AI Receptionist Deep Dive: Beyond Just Answering Calls (Uncut Live version)

Most AI receptionists just pick up the phone and read a script. The good ones actually book appointments. In this episode, I break down how to build an AI receptionist that connects to your real availability, pulls customer history mid-call, handles the weird edge cases, and knows when to hand off t

Dec 31, 2025 · 29:01
AIDesign
EP 043

The AI Receptionist Deep Dive: Beyond Just Answering Calls

What happens when your receptionist is juggling 6 calls at once? Customers hang up, go to voicemail, and often take their business elsewhere.

Dec 30, 2025 · 21:17
AIBusiness
EP 042

3 AI Workflows That Actually Make Your Shop Money While You Sleep

I break down three practical AI automations for auto repair shops:

Dec 27, 2025 · 33:52
AIAutomation
EP 041

Your Auto Shop's Secret Weapon: How Voice AI Turns Missed Calls Into Booked Appointments

What if your repair shop could answer 15 calls simultaneously, book appointments at 8 PM, and never put a customer on hold again—all without hiring additional staff? In this episode, we dive into how voice AI receptionists are transforming local service businesses, from auto shops to salons, by hand

Dec 24, 2025 · 35:14
AIBusiness
EP 040

The Web Talk Show Live: AI In Auto Repair Shops 🚗

Hi everyone! Today we're talking about AI Receptionists and AI Shop Assistants for Auto Repair Shops. Join the chat! Ask away!

Dec 24, 2025 · 42:01
AI
EP 039

Unpopular Opinion: AI Is Not Here For Your Job

In this episode, I challenge the narrative that AI is coming for your job. The truth? Technology has always disrupted work, from fire and tools 2,000,000 years ago to computers and the internet today. Each wave killed jobs and created even more opportunities.

Dec 4, 2025 · 5:32
AI
EP 038

Is Antigravity with Gemini 3 Pro Really Better Than Claude Code? A Real-World Developer Test

I spent the last 12 hours stress-testing Google's Gemini 3 Pro and their new Antigravity IDE on actual projects.

Nov 19, 2025 · 48:14
AI
EP 037

Building Profitable Automations: Practical Advice from Stephen Pope

In this episode, Armando sits down with automation expert Stephen Pope to cut through the hype and get to what actually matters in the AI automation space.

Nov 4, 2025 · 56:41 · with Stephen Pope
AIDesignAutomation
EP 036

Understanding RAG: Why Your Business Needs Better AI Responses

In this technical deep-dive, Armando breaks down Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) and why businesses can't rely on basic LLM implementations alone. The episode moves from fundamental concepts to advanced optimization strategies, covering everything from context windows to sophisticated reranking

Oct 31, 2025 · 29:46
AIBusinessPerformance
EP 035

7 Ways You Can Use Claude To Boost SEO

You know you need to boost SEO for your website (and AI search) and sometimes you want to make adjustments to many blog posts at once and it is a hassle to edit them one by one and publish. Today we're discussing just how far you can take it...

Oct 30, 2025 · 22:42
AI
EP 034

Is your AI still hallucinating, even with RAG?

While Retrieval Augmented Generation is an excellent step towards getting LLMs to ground answers, you don't have to settle for what your provider gives you.

Oct 29, 2025 · 29:50
AI
EP 033

When the tools just don't cut it (live)

Every time I've tested a CRM, there's something missing, or I feel locked in a box. Is there a better way?

Oct 24, 2025 · 49:01
EP 032

What if you had a CEO Companion AI Agent?

Tired of juggling multiple systems just to answer simple business questions? This episode explores how voice-powered AI agents are revolutionizing how leaders access their data.

Oct 17, 2025 · 39:56
AIBusiness
EP 031

This AI Receptionist Can Handle Those Calls You Lost

AI Receptionists are great for handling high frequency inbound calls or even as runoff for when your staff is busy with other customers.

Oct 8, 2025 · 24:56
AI
EP 030

Let's "Imagine with Claude" live

Today we're talking about the new Claude Sonnet 4.5 and Anthropic's 'Imagine with Claude' feature. We're testing it live, so come along for the ride!

Oct 1, 2025 · 35:34
AI
EP 029

From Camera to Courtroom: An Emmy Winner's Journey Into Injury Law

Emmy-winning photojournalist turned injury lawyer Sean Olson reveals how storytelling drives both professions and shares insider secrets about the legal system. Learn why the American jury system makes us safer, practical tips for hiring the right lawyer, and how to protect yourself as a consumer or

Sep 23, 2025 · 54:48
EP 028

Borders, Laws, and Prosperity: Why North and Latin America Differ

Why do the U.S. and Canada prosper while much of Latin America struggles, despite sharing geography, history, and even culture?

Aug 24, 2025 · 57:42
EP 027

Talking Data, Analytics, and AI with Mike Carlo

We're joined today by the legendary Mike Carlo talking about all things data and BI. Come in and say hi!

Jul 19, 2025 · 29:08 · with Mike Carlo
AI
EP 026

Claude Code, Grok, and the Future of App Dev with AI

In this episode of The Web Talk Show, Armando sits down again with Mike Carlo to dive deep into the cutting edge of AI-assisted development. They unpack Claude Code’s mind-blowing repo integration, compare tools like Cursor, Copilot, and Grok 4, and explore how devs are using LLMs to build throwaway

Jul 18, 2025 · 27:56
AIWeb DevelopmentDesign
EP 025

AI Hype, Broken Tools, and What Actually Works

In this episode of The Web Talk Show, host Armando J. Perez-Carreño sits down with Mike Carlo, founder of PowerBI.tips, and co-host of the Explicit Measures Podcast.

Jun 20, 2025 · 1:31:43
AI
EP 024

Designing Fun: Inside the Toy & Game Industry with Richard Heayes

In this episode of The Web Talk Show, host Armando Perez-Carreño sits down with renowned toy and game designer Richard Heayes (7Pips, Hasbro, Heayes Design) to explore the hidden world behind the products we all grew up with—and still love.

Jun 19, 2025 · 1:09:29 · with Richard Heayes
Design
EP 023

Robocallers of the AI Kind, Payment Automation, and WhatsApp

In this episode of The Web Talk Show, Armando dives into real-world tech issues faced by small businesses—from streamlining payments and system integrations to cutting-edge AI voice agents and WhatsApp automations. Learn how tools like Vapi, Zapier, and Voiceflow can simplify support, scheduling, an

Jun 18, 2025 · 24:17
AIBusinessAutomation
EP 022

From Battlefield to Boardroom: Leadership Lessons with Joe Frankie III

In this episode of The Web Talk Show, Armando sits down with Joseph "Joe" Frankie III — former military officer, personal branding expert, and executive coach.

May 13, 2025 · 1:30:26 · with Joe Frankie III
Leadership
EP 021

From Icky to Impactful: Redefining Sales with Heart

In this episode of The Web Talk Show, host Armando Perez Carreno sits down with Marie Mason, business strategy coach and founder of Business Solutions Academy. Together, they unpack the power of genuine relationship-building in the world of digital networking.

May 13, 2025 · 53:34
BusinessDesign
EP 020

3 Ways AI Can Help Your L&D Business

Here are three ways you can use AI in your Learning & Development business

May 12, 2025 · 22:26
AIWeb DevelopmentBusiness
EP 019

Design Thinking, AI & Magical Meetings Explained with Erik Skogsberg

In this episode of the Web Talk Show, host Armando Perez-Carreno sits down with Erik Skogsberg, VP of Learning Experience at Voltage Control, to explore how leaders and teams can radically improve collaboration through better meetings, purposeful facilitation, and design thinking. Erik shares practi

May 5, 2025 · 51:43 · with Erik Skogsberg
AIDesign
EP 018

Burned Out But Not Broken: Coaching Employees Back to Life

What do middle school band class, burnout recovery, and five-million-dollar loans have in common? Paul Nunn. In this episode, I sit down with leadership and sales coach Paul Nunn to explore the often-overlooked realities of frontline training, how to re-engage burned out employees, and why the best

May 2, 2025 · 55:53
AILeadership
EP 017

Grease Fires Are No Joke - A Conversation With Keith Bertrand

You’ve seen the stainless steel hoods in restaurant kitchens—but do you really know what goes on behind them? In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Keith Bertrand, Head of Training at MFS Trade School, to talk about a trade you probably didn’t know could literally save lives: commercial kitc

Apr 22, 2025 · 47:04 · with Keith Bertrand
AILeadership
EP 016

Learning With Rebels: Insights from Shannon Tipton

In this episode of the Web Talk Show, Armando Perez-Carreno speaks with Shannon Tipton, founder of Learning Rebels, about the challenges and failures in corporate training. They discuss the importance of tailored training solutions, the role of leadership in fostering a positive learning culture, an

Apr 19, 2025 · 49:07 · with Shannon Tipton
AILeadership
EP 015

Edutainment Revolution: How Making Learning Fun Will Transform Training

Join Armando Perez-Carreno and global training director Leandro Dsylva in a captivating conversation about why most corporate training fails and how "edutainment" is revolutionizing professional development. Learn the secrets behind truly impactful training sessions, storytelling, and how to keep au

Apr 19, 2025 · 49:21
AIWeb DevelopmentLeadership
EP 014

Ads, Ego, and Automation: What Most Businesses Get Wrong (and How to Fix It)

In this episode of the Web Talk Show, Armando Perez-Carreno interviews Nina Brennan, co-founder of Scaling Lean, a marketing company that helps businesses grow through content, ads, and automation. Nina shares her insights on transforming expertise into online education, the importance of content an

Apr 19, 2025 · 53:52
BusinessAutomation
EP 013

Laser Cutters, Servers, and Sci-Fi: A Real Talk on Modern IT

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Apr 18, 2025 · 40:16
Hosting
EP 012

Through The Eye of a Private Eye: A Conversation About Private Investigation

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Apr 16, 2025 · 1:18:08
EP 011

The Web Talk Show - The Leadership Trap: Why Most Training Fails

Are you a leader feeling isolated? Or an employee struggling with the gap between management's vision and your daily grind? Join Rahul Karan as we uncover the real reasons why 97% of leadership training fails and how to build a team that thrives today while preparing for tomorrow. We'll explore prac

Apr 12, 2025 · 59:25
AIDesignLeadership
EP 010

Unlocking the Secrets of Investigative Techniques

In this engaging conversation, Armando Perez-Carreno interviews Mark Anderson, a seasoned investigator and trainer, who shares insights from his extensive career in investigative techniques. They discuss the transition from forensic science to training, the applicability of investigative techniques

Apr 11, 2025 · 1:05:11
AILeadership
EP 009

Mastering Web Design Fundamentals: A Conversation with Kevin Geary

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Feb 20, 2025 · 1:01:51 · with Kevin Geary
Design
EP 008

Down The Performance Rabbit Hole with Saumya Majumder

If you enjoy geeky deep-dives, practical performance tips, and real-world examples of scaling WordPress, this episode is for you! Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a comment, and share your biggest takeaway.

Jan 31, 2025 · 2:10:19 · with Saumya Majumder
WordPressPerformance
EP 007

How Hosting Choices Impact Website Speed: A Deep Dive with Bigscoots

In this episode of the Web Talk Show, Armando sits down with Zach, a performance engineer from Bigscoots, to explore the intricacies of WordPress hosting and how to achieve optimal site performance. Together, they delve into the key factors that impact website speed, including server infrastructure,

Nov 25, 2024 · 1:31:03
WordPressPerformanceHosting
EP 006

What Makes WordPress Blocks Great

In this episode, we discuss WordPress Blocks. Why they are a step in the right direction, what it means for you as a user, developer, or agency, and what I think the future brings for plugins in the space.

Oct 17, 2024 · 20:09
WordPress
EP 005

Using Design Systems on WordPress - A Chat with Mike McAlister

In this episode, special guest Mike McAlister and I have a chat about design systems in WordPress, benefits of block themes, and a modern approach to building enjoyable user experiences.

Sep 28, 2024 · 1:02:23 · with Mike McAlister
WordPressDesign
EP 004

Royalties and Collaborations on WordPress - A chat with Alex Standiford from Siren Affiliates

Today we had a chat with Alex Standiford about what a true multi-program affiliate/royalty setup can look like on WordPress. Siren opens up a whole world of possibilities within WordPress that would previously required a bunch of custom code. Very excited about this!

Aug 27, 2024 · 27:18 · with Alex Standiford
WordPressDesignAffiliate Marketing
EP 003

Are You Compliant? What You Need To Make Your Policies Valid

In this video, we are joined by Hans Skillrud from Termageddon, who helps us understand the privacy laws landscape and what it means for small business owners. Is your site compliant? Do you have what it takes? Make sure to watch this video if you are unsure!

Aug 9, 2024 · 46:03
BusinessPrivacy
EP 002

Interactivity API: Getting Creative with Atomic Blocks

In this second conversation with Seth Rubenstein, we go deeper into the creative ways one can use the WordPress Interactivity API. Seth explains how they've created small 'atomic' size blocks that are simple and generic enough to use all around the site and how they use the Interactivity API to make

Jun 9, 2024 · 1:02:10 · with Atomic Blocks
WordPressAI
EP 001

The Interactivity API in Action, a conversation with Seth Rubenstein

In today's video, Seth Rubenstein discusses his experience with WordPress and the use of the interactivity API at Pew Research Center. Seth demonstrates the use of facets and the Interactivity API in creating dynamic and interactive blocks, as well as the concept of 'atomic' blocks.

May 16, 2024 · 42:55 · with Seth Rubenstein
WordPressInteractivity APIGutenberg +2