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Understanding the Elegant Math Behind Modern Machine Learning 1:14:43

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Artificial intelligence is evolving at an unprecedented pace—what does that mean for the future of technology, venture capital, business, and even our understanding of ourselves? Award-winning journalist and writer Anil Ananthaswamy joins us for our latest episode to discuss his latest book Why Machines Learn: The Elegant Math Behind Modern AI . Anil helps us explore the journey and many breakthroughs that have propelled machine learning from simple perceptrons to the sophisticated algorithms shaping today’s AI revolution, powering GPT and other models. The discussion aims to demystify some of the underlying mathematical concepts that power modern machine learning, to help everyone grasp this technology impacting our lives–even if your last math class was in high school. Anil walks us through the power of scaling laws, the shift from training to inference optimization, and the debate among AI’s pioneers about the road to AGI—should we be concerned, or are we still missing key pieces of the puzzle? The conversation also delves into AI’s philosophical implications—could understanding how machines learn help us better understand ourselves? And what challenges remain before AI systems can truly operate with agency? If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform. Sign up for our newsletter at techsurgepodcast.com for exclusive insights and updates on upcoming TechSurge Live Summits. Links: Read Why Machines Learn, Anil’s latest book on the math behind AI https://www.amazon.com/Why-Machines-Learn-Elegant-Behind/dp/0593185749 Learn more about Anil Ananthaswamy’s work and writing https://anilananthaswamy.com/ Watch Anil Ananthaswamy’s TED Talk on AI and intelligence https://www.ted.com/speakers/anil_ananthaswamy Discover the MIT Knight Science Journalism Fellowship that shaped Anil’s AI research https://ksj.mit.edu/ Understand the Perceptron, the foundation of neural networks https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perceptron Read about the Perceptron Convergence Theorem and its significance https://www.nature.com/articles/323533a0…

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The 'Courageous' podcast is for entrepreneurs and business owners who want inspiration/ideas to help grow their business. This podcast is hosted Janet Murray - a business strategist and former journalist - with more than a decade's experience in building online businesses. Series 1 is solo season - and is packed with practical business advice and strategies to grow your business. Series 2 - which is due to land in October 2024 - will feature indepth interviews with entrepreneurs and business leaders. They'll be sharing the challenges and obstacles they've had to overcome in their business - along with their biggest mistakes (and what they learned from getting things 'wrong'). So make sure you subscribe so you don't miss out when Season 2 lands in October.

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Kerry Jordan: ‘There were times I didn’t want to get out of bed or speak to anyone’ Lessons from leaving a long-term relationship and starting again 39:32

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When Kerry Jordan ended her 22 year relationship - there wasn’t just the emotional fallout to deal with. There were also practical issues - like how she could afford to live in the south of England as a self-employed photographer. She decided to move 330 miles away to Cumbria. Where she could just about afford to buy a house - as long as she was prepared to do the renovations herself. A decision that meant starting her business - and her life - from scratch in a completely new part of the country. In this episode of the Courageous podcast, Kerry shares how this drastic change of lifestyle has changed her - and her business. Including how she’s navigated the highs, lows and challenges along the way. Key Moments 00:01:31 Why Kerry ended a 22-year relationship - and relocated from West Sussex to Cumbria 00:05:59 Kerry’s pet photography business in the early days 00:06:38 The real reason behind Kerry’s 330+ mile move 00:09:09 Dealing with loneliness in rural life 00:12:16 How Kerry’s business helped while going through a breakup 00:17:42 Kerry on facing dark times, healing and regrets 00:19:43 The challenges Kerry had while remodelling her new home on her own 00:23:00 Starting a new relationship after divorce 00:31:27 Fear, courage and life decisions: Kerry’s honest experience 2025 Courageous Business Planner Bundle - Apply PODCAST10 at checkout and save 10%. Janet Murray’s website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Kerry Jordan’s website Kerry Jordan’s socials: Facebook , Instagram , Pinterest and X…

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Dipti Tait: ‘I was surrounded by grief and loss’ Lessons from dealing with a grief - and discovering a new career (S1, Ep 9) 58:21

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Dipti Tait thought she had her dream job at the BBC, working on well-known TV shows. But when her father fell ill and passed away, her world was turned upside down. As family responsibilities grew—including becoming a mum—her career in television became harder to sustain. A move from London to the countryside brought further change, ultimately leading to the breakdown of her relationship. But from loss came transformation. Dipti discovered a new path as a psychotherapist, specializing in grief therapy. In this episode of The Courageous Podcast , she shares how personal loss led her to a career she never expected—one that now helps others navigate grief and healing Key Moments 00:02:18 How her father’s diagnosis of leukemia changed Dipti’s life forever 00:08:14 Pregnancy - and how it changed Dipti’s dream TV career 00:10:54 BBC journalist Jill Dando and Princess Diana: how Dipti was impacted by their deaths 00:19:19 Dipti’s move from London to the Cotswolds - and adapting to a slower pace of life 00:23:25 The moment Dipti knew her marriage was over 00:30:27 How hypnotherapy transformed Dipti’s life and led to a new career as a psychotherapist 2025 Courageous Business Planner Bundle - Apply PODCAST10 at checkout and save 10%. Janet Murray’s website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Dipti Tait’s website Dipti Tait’s socials: Facebook , LinkedIn and X Dipti Tait’s books: Good Grief and Planet Grief…

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Stefan Thomas: ‘Some days I couldn’t even leave the house’ Lessons from managing a chronic illness whilst running a business (S1, Ep 8) 59:10

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Running your own business has many perks, but what happens when a chronic illness forces you to rethink everything? Author and speaker Stefan Thomas has ulcerative colitis —an autoimmune condition that affects the bowel, causing pain, fatigue, and frequent (often urgent) trips to the bathroom during flare-ups. In this episode, he shares how he’s adapted his business to better manage his condition—including creating online versions of his in-person offerings. Plus, how opening up about his experiences online unexpectedly turned him into a social media influencer, raising awareness of life with Inflammatory Bowel Diseases. You’ll also hear about his journey from estate agent to speaker and get valuable tips on landing speaking gigs and other opportunities to help grow your business. Key Moments 00:03:35 How Stefan accidentally fell into public speaking (via networking) 00:09:01 Why it’s important to market to clients who can actually afford you 00:19:20 How Stefan’s previous career as an estate agent helped him in business 00:28:15 Nurturing existing business connections - and why it’s a smart marketing strategy 00:34:36 Tips for getting hired by event organisers (and what to avoid) 00:44:06 A clever marketing strategy Stefan uses to stay top of mind with clients 00:46:23 How Stefan repurposes his speaking content to attract new business 00:49:19 Living and working with ulcerative colitis: the adjustments Stefan has made to manage his health whilst running a business 2025 Courageous Business Planner Bundle - Apply PODCAST10 at checkout and save 10%. Janet Murray’s website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Stefan Thomas’s website Stefan Thomas’s socials: Instagram , Facebook , LinkedIn…

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Rachel Spencer: ‘I’d have gone insane if I’d kept going’ Lessons from navigating a personal crisis as a small business owner (S1, Ep 7) 43:31

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When Rachel Spencer found herself struggling to breathe - as if something was crushing down on her chest - she knew something had to change.. She’d just received the news that a friend had passed away suddenly - which was devastating enough. But the news followed a serious of personal challenges, that included bereavement, ill health and the breakdown of a 10 year relationship In this episode of the Courageous Podcast, Rachel shares how she navigated this challenging period in her life. And how being brave enough to step away from everything but the necessary tasks in her business, for a time, was essential for her recovery. Key Moments 00:02:39 The Bridget Jones quote that summs up what Rachel was going through 00:05:40 What Rachel decided to stop doing in her business when crisis hit 00:11:59 How self-care helped Rachel to push through hard times 00:19:33 The need for contingency funds and other streams of income 00:25:40 How to manage client communication while protecting your personal time 00:35:56 Rachel’s business mistakes and what she’s learned from them 2025 Courageous Business Planner Bundle - Apply PODCAST10 at checkout and save 10%. Janet Murray’s website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Rachel Spencer’s website Rachel Spencer’s socials: Instagram , Facebook , LinkedIn…

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Tim Lewis: ‘Nobody wants to talk about death. Everybody wants a happy ending’ (S1, Ep 6) Lessons from losing a spouse and finding a new career as an author 52:46

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Tim Lewis had been married to his wife Rachel for just a few years when she suffered a life-changing stroke. And as her health deteriorated, Tim began to lead a double life - an IT guy in financial services by day and caring for his wife by night. When his wife sadly passed away, Tim found solace in his work at first - but soon found himself compelled to find a more fulfilling career. But it still took more than a year to find the courage to leave. In this episode of the Courageous podcast, Tim shares his experience of losing his wife, early in their marriage. And how he found the courage to find a new and more fulfilling career as an author and podcaster. Key Moments 00:02:13 The moment when Tim’s life changed forever 00:09:50 Grief, trauma, and their influence on men’s mental health 00:20:59 Tim on his bold move to change his career path 00:29:59 The book that made Tim consider a writing career 00:36:30 Being cornered - and how it sharpens entreprenurial skills 00:44:10 Networking advice: What Tim learnt from his experiences 2025 Courageous Business Planner Bundle - Apply PODCAST10 at checkout and save 10%. Janet Murray’s website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Tim Lewis’s website Tim Lewis’s LinkedIn Book Chat Live Tim Lewis’s books: Timeshock: I Want My Life Back Social Media Networking: How to Use Social Media to Get the Job You Want, Find Love, Get Business Success and Boost Your Travel…

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Connie Shaw: ‘I’ve been penalised for expressing my freedom of speech’ (S1, Ep 5) Lessons from being ‘cancelled’ for holding gender critical views 1:04:28

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Universities are the home of free speech, critical thinking & robust debate, right? Not for student Connie Shaw who was recently suspended from Leeds University Student Radio because of her personal views. While the reasons for her suspension have not yet been made clear, she believes it’s because of her gender critical views i.e. she believes there are two sexes - male and female - and that the notion of ‘gender identity’ does not exist. And she’s passionate about protecting women’s sex-based rights to safe spaces, fairness in sport (and all aspects of life) … along with sex-based language. While twenty-year-old Connie does not have a business (yet) she is a courageous leader. Because she’s willing to stand up for what she believes in - even if it makes her unpopular. Which means there is much to learn from this conversation - both for business and life. And here’s the thing. It shouldn’t feel courageous for me to share this conversation between two women - twenty years apart - who share a passion for protecting women’s sex-based rights - and the language used to describe them. And yet it does. And regardless of whether you agree/disagree with what you hear in this discussion - the right to freedom of expression is the most valuable thing we have. And something I believe we must protect - at all costs. Key Moments 00:03:04 Why Connie was suspended from the position of daytime editor on Leeds Student Radio 00:13:19 The erosion of women’s sex-based rights - and why not enough people are taking about it 00:25:44 A gender-critical stance: Connie’s unfiltered beliefs 00:34:34 Erasing ‘woman’ - the controversy around women’s sex-based language 00:41:22 Why Connie believes biological men should not compete in women’s sporting categories and awards 00:51:41 Why being called bigoted doesn’t hurt Connie 2025 Courageous Business Planner Bundle - Apply PODCAST10 at checkout and save 10%. Janet Murray’s website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Connie Shaw’s podcast: The Fringe Connie Shaw’s X Connie Shaw on SoundCloud Connie Shaw on Substack…

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Mike Morrison: ‘I was waiting for a miracle or death’ Lessons from managing clinical depression while building a business(S1, Ep4) 1:20:28

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We’re far more comfortable talking about mental health than we used to be - which is a good thing. But the word ‘depression’ is now often used to describe feeling sad or ‘down’ - which is not the same as clinical depression. In this interview, you’ll hear from entrepreneur Mike Morrison on how he’s built a successful business whilst managing clinical depression - including a depressive episode that lasted almost two years and left him unable to work or even get out of bed at times. We cover many topics in our discussion including how being ‘working class’ (and how it can impact your aspirations and attitudes to money), being in a job that sucks the life out of you along with relationship breakdowns (business and romantic). *** TW *** We also, briefly, talk about suicide. Mike is a leading authority on building, growing and scaling online membership communities. Key Moments 00:10:47 Life at university - expectations vs. reality for Mike and his peers 00:15:41 How a working-class upbringing shaped Mike's money habits and perception 00:29:54 Dropping out of uni, first job experiences in sales and getting promoted 00:38:56 Mike’s overdose at the age 15 - and the impact on his mental health 00:44:35 Why Mike thought he didn’t need therapy for depression 00:48:59 How Mike manages anxiety and depression 00:54:38 How gaming helped Mike emerge from a two-year depressive episode 2025 Courageous Business Planner Bundle - Apply PODCAST10 at checkout and save 10%. Janet Murray’s website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Mike Morrison’s Website The Membership Growth Conference Membership Geeks on Facebook , Instagram and YouTube…

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Lizi Jackson-Barrett: ‘I was abused for starting a Jewish business club’ Lessons on staying strong when facing negativity and abuse (S1, Ep 3) 49:50

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When Lizi Jackson-Barrett started a business community for Jewish business owners she found herself on the receiving end of criticism and anti-semitic abuse. In this interview, Lizi shares why she decided to start the Jewish Business Network - and how she’s stayed positive - despite the negativity she has experienced. And what it’s like to be a British Jew in the aftermath of the October 7 attacks. Key Moments 00:04:00 What it's like to be a British Jew in November 2024 00:14:24 The moment Lizi realised a Jewish business community was needed 00:19:27 Upsetting messages Lizi received after she announced the Jewish Business Network 00:28:28 The Build-A-Bear Hanukkah bear- and how it led to anti-Semitic abuse 00:34:21 Authenticity in business and why it’s risky for Jews 2025 Courageous Business Planner Bundle - Apply PODCAST10 at checkout and save 10%. Janet Murray’s website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Lizi Jackson-Barrett’s Website Lizi Jackson-Barrett’s LinkedIn Lizi Jackson-Barrett’s Facebook…

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Lucy Davies: It's a nightmare: I'm not going to pretend it's not'. Lessons from losing your parents while trying to run a business (S1, Ep 2) 30:27

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Dealing with the loss of a parent can be tough for anyone to handle. When you run your own business even more so - because you there’s no paid compassionate leave to fall back on. And you can’t just hand your clients/commitments over to someone else until you’re feeling ready to face the world. In this episode of the Courageous podcast, you’ll hear from Communications Consultants Lucy Davies - who has lost both her parents over the past few years - and shares her experience in this interview (along with practical strategies to help). Key Moments 00:01:53 The emotional and practical challenges of balancing work and caring for ill family members 00:06:23 How Lucy's father's illness affected her consultancy and client relationships 00:09:04 What Lucy learned about safeguarding her business after her father's passing 00:17:09 How certain memories and moments can unexpectedly evoke strong emotions 00:21:10 The impact of stepping into a caring role on Lucy's self-identity 00:23:21 How Lucy is now protecting her business and income streams for the future 2025 Courageous Business Planner Bundle - Apply PODCAST10 at checkout and save 10%. Janet Murray’s website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Lucy Davies’s website Lucy Davies’s LinkedIn…

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Sophie Milliken: 'They really screwed me over but I won't be fooled again'. Lessons from a business partnership that went wrong (S1, Ep 1) 50:17

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A good business partnership can be an absolute joy. You can combine your unique strengths and talents - and navigate the journey together (including the obstacles and challenges). But bad business partnership can also cost you - both financially and emotionally - something entrepreneur Sophie Milliken learned the hard way. In this episode of the Courageous podcast, she shares what she learned (and how it’s helped her build the business she has today). Key Moments 00:05:52 The chance conversation on a train that led Sophie to leave her corporate role at John Lewis and start a business 00:07:55 Garage sales, car washing and paper rounds: Sophie’s early signs of entrepreneurship 00:13:03 Why Sophie believes business is like a game of Snakes & Leaders 00:21:18 Dealing with divorce with a 2-year-old and a brand new business 00:29:50 Doing business with good people: How Sophie parted ways with her first business partner 00:32:10 Why Sophie thinks she was groomed to sell her the business + all the red flags 2025 Courageous Business Planner Bundle - Apply PODCAST10 at checkout and save 10%. Janet Murray’s website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Sophie Milliken’s website Sophie Milliken’s podcast Sophie Milliken’s LinkedIn Sophie Milliken’s book…

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[TRAILER] Courageous Podcast (Season 1) 3:00

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I’m back with a brand new season (and a new name) for my podcast. After almost ten years of podcasting, I was kind of bored of the sound of my own voice. And of listening to interviews with business owners about how brilliant they are... When what I really wanted to hear about was the mistakes and messy bits … I also really wanted to get back to my 'journalism' roots. And my favourite thing ever - doing in-depth profile interviews. The first season of interviews covers everything from getting screwed over by a business partner, trying to run a business after a bereavement, pausing a business after a relationship breakdown, coming back after a major depressive episode and more ... featuring Sophie Milliken, Lucy Davies, Lizi Jackson Barrett, Mike Morrison, Stefan Thomas , Tim Lewis, Rachel Spencer , Kerry Jordan and more. Find out what to expect from the Courageous podcast in this short trailer. Make sure you follow the Courageous podcast on your favourite podcast app - so you don't miss out when the new season lands and/or on any of the bonus episodes. 2025 Courageous Business Planner Bundle - Apply PODCAST10 at checkout and save 10%. Janet Murray’s website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram…

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