<![CDATA[The A.I. Gen Brief]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/theaigenbrief The A.I. Gen Brief helps small businesses catch up on AI. Each episode takes one topic and breaks it down in plain English: what it is, why it matters to your business, and how to start using it. No jargon and no hype, just practical steps you can try today. The show is for every kind of small business, nationwide. Got a question? Send it to cs@tryaigen.com.

AI disclosure: Hosted by Miranda, an AI-generated host with a synthetic voice. Written and reviewed by the AiGen team. https://tryaigen.com

]]> RSS.com 2026.1002.122413 Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:58:31 GMT en 772a0bcf-90ea-5265-a878-ac8db7f33612 https://media.rss.com/theaigenbrief/podcast_cover_20261002_171400_d5e2ea9b343b2a57c816ed0b500c9415.jpg The A.I. Gen Brief https://rss.com/podcasts/theaigenbrief no © 2026 AiGen. All rights reserved AiGen AiGen false episodic podcast true <![CDATA[Never Miss a Call: Simple AI Help for Busy Businesses]]> You cannot answer every call, but you can make sure people hear back. Miranda covers missed-call texts, better voicemail, AI-assisted message sorting, and a callback routine that helps keep callers from falling through the cracks.

You'll learn:

  • How an instant text back can acknowledge a missed call and invite a reply
  • How to record a short voicemail that asks for the caller's name, number, and need
  • How to use voicemail transcripts to sort callbacks and draft short replies
  • When an AI receptionist may fit, how to start small, and why to tell callers it is AI
  • How to set callback windows and make a response promise you can keep
  • How to protect private information, prevent unapproved promises, and test your own phone system

Got a question about AI in your business? Send it to cs@tryaigen.com.

AI disclosure: Hosted by Miranda, an AI-generated host with a synthetic voice. Written and reviewed by the AiGen team.More from AiGen: https://tryaigen.com

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/theaigenbrief/3202842 898df9de-8cfc-42f5-9183-efdba976871d 310 full 1 1 7 7 Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:48:00 GMT false true <![CDATA[Quotes and Follow-Ups: Close the Loop Without Being Pushy]]> A clear quote and a polite follow-up can keep a good opportunity from disappearing. Miranda walks through a simple way to write quotes faster, follow up on a schedule, and learn from the jobs that do not move forward.

You'll learn:

  • How to turn rough notes into a clear quote with what's included, what's not, the timeline, and the next step
  • A simple follow-up schedule for day three, day seven, and day fourteen
  • How to ask AI for three short, friendly, no-pressure follow-up emails
  • How to save follow-ups as templates and track open quotes in one place
  • How to ask what made someone decide when the answer is no, then look for patterns
  • Why to read every message, respect a clear no, and stop automated follow-ups when a customer replies

Got a question about AI in your business? Send it to cs@tryaigen.com.

AI disclosure: Hosted by Miranda, an AI-generated host with a synthetic voice. Written and reviewed by the AiGen team.More from AiGen: https://tryaigen.com

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/theaigenbrief/3202841 8daa3c89-5dc1-4054-80be-5277ad32b5c2 305 full 1 1 6 6 Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:45:00 GMT false true <![CDATA[Reviews and Social: Make Online Marketing Easier]]> Online reviews and social posts matter, but keeping up with both can take time. Miranda shows how AI can help you write thoughtful review replies, plan a month of posts, and turn real customer feedback into useful marketing while keeping a human in the loop.

You'll learn:

  • How to write warm, specific replies to happy customers
  • How to respond calmly to a bad review without inventing facts or arguing
  • How to plan a month of social post ideas in one short session
  • How to adapt a caption for Facebook, Instagram, or X and keep one clear idea per post
  • How to turn a great review into a post with permission or just a first name
  • Why to avoid fake reviews and fake customer images, and read every AI draft before it goes out

Got a question about AI in your business? Send it to cs@tryaigen.com.

AI disclosure: Hosted by Miranda, an AI-generated host with a synthetic voice. Written and reviewed by the AiGen team.More from AiGen: https://tryaigen.com

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/theaigenbrief/3202840 9302d54c-3203-4385-ae7e-863d770b1bd7 294 full 1 1 5 5 Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:42:00 GMT false true <![CDATA[Your First AI Assistant: Pick One and Set It Up Right]]> Choosing your first AI assistant can be simpler than it sounds. Miranda compares the main options, explains when a free or paid plan makes sense, and shows how to set up an assistant around your business and your voice.

You'll learn:

  • How to choose one assistant based on the work you do and the tools you already use
  • What free and paid plans typically offer, and why you should start with one
  • How to use a business email, two-step login, and privacy settings when you set up an account
  • How custom instructions can teach an assistant about your business, customers, and writing style
  • Three practical first wins: a customer email, a sorted to-do list, and a first draft
  • Why to read before sending, double-check facts, and keep private customer information to a minimum

Got a question about AI in your business? Send it to cs@tryaigen.com.

AI disclosure: Hosted by Miranda, an AI-generated host with a synthetic voice. Written and reviewed by the AiGen team.More from AiGen: https://tryaigen.com

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/theaigenbrief/3202839 d39ed9ae-fb21-443b-8a73-fdc83542ac4d 308 full 1 1 4 4 Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:39:00 GMT false true <![CDATA[AI Note-Takers: Never Lose What Was Said]]> AI note-takers listen to your calls and meetings so you can focus on the person in front of you. Miranda explains what these tools do, where you might already have one, and how a small business can use them without breaking the rules.

You'll learn:

  • What AI note-takers do: transcribe, summarize, and pull out action items
  • Where to find them, including meeting apps you may already pay for (Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams) and stand-alone tools
  • Ways to use them on sales calls, customer check-ins, team meetings, and vendor calls
  • How to turn a call summary into a same-day follow-up email
  • Recording rules: always tell people, and know that consent laws vary by state
  • Tips for more accurate notes and handling sensitive conversations

Got a question about AI in your business? Send it to cs@tryaigen.com.

AI disclosure: Hosted by Miranda, an AI-generated host with a synthetic voice. Written and reviewed by the AiGen team.More from AiGen: https://tryaigen.com

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/theaigenbrief/3202838 535d29a1-bea4-49d2-a1b6-ff3e011e0e6c 260 full 1 1 3 3 Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:36:00 GMT false true <![CDATA[Inbox: Turn Email Into a Two-Minute Check-In]]> Your inbox doesn't have to run your day. Miranda walks through a simple five-step routine to turn email from an all-day chore into a few short check-ins.

You'll learn:

  • How to clear the noise: newsletters, promotions, and notifications
  • How to let AI summarize long email threads
  • How to let AI draft replies you review before sending
  • How to save your best answers so you don't retype them
  • A two-minute check-in routine you can run a few times a day
  • Cautions about privacy, scam emails, and over-automating

Got a question about AI in your business? Send it to cs@tryaigen.com.

AI disclosure: Hosted by Miranda, an AI-generated host with a synthetic voice. Written and reviewed by the AiGen team.More from AiGen: https://tryaigen.com

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/theaigenbrief/3202837 6d96889d-351f-4ca6-ae6a-701e214c2b96 303 full 1 1 2 2 Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:33:00 GMT false true <![CDATA[Tokens: Spend Less, Get Better AI Answers]]> Every AI tool you use reads and writes in tokens, and tokens decide how much you pay, how fast the answers come back, and how good they are. In this episode, Miranda explains what a token is, why long chats get slower and more expensive, and how to match the right model to the right job.

You'll learn:

  • The difference between input and output tokens, and why long answers cost more
  • Why the length of the conversation matters more than the length of your message
  • When to use small, everyday, or top-tier models
  • How to write clearer prompts and ask for short answers in a set format
  • When to summarize a long chat and start fresh
  • How to check your usage, set spending caps, and compare platforms without chasing prices

Got a question about AI in your business? Send it to cs@tryaigen.com.

AI disclosure: Hosted by Miranda, an AI-generated host with a synthetic voice. Written and reviewed by the AiGen team.More from AiGen: https://tryaigen.com

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/theaigenbrief/3202724 5beb9b86-10a7-44b6-98ae-c630edc4b96a 710 full 1 1 1 1 Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:24:05 GMT false true