{"podcast":{"title":"FundraisingAI","slug":"fundraisingai-6815599","podcast_index_feed_id":6815599,"rss_url":"https://feeds.megaphone.fm/fundraisingai","website_url":"https://fundaraising.ai/podcast","image_url":"https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/99749374-c066-11ee-8986-33be67aeb157/image/1e011311c51650274d18ec6c526d52da.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress","author":"FundraisingAI","episode_count":92,"summary":"The need for change in the fundraising sector has never been greater. But innovations in technology are evolving faster than our ability to understand them. Are these advances good or bad? Do they have unintended consequences? And what is the application to the fundraising sector? That’s what we’re here to find out. Welcome to the FundraisingAI podcast, your up-to-date resource for beneficial and responsible AI for the global fundraising community. In our podcast, we explore the intersection where philanthropy meets technology, delving into beneficial and responsible AI practices and their impact on fundraising. Join us for engaging discussions with industry experts and thought leaders, where we uncover: Latest Trends in AI Development: Updates on advancements in AI technologies and their applied application to the global fundraising sector. Transparent Fundraising Strategies: Using AI beneficially to build trust and accountability in donor relationships. AI for Social Impact: Harnessing AI technologies to drive meaningful change and amplify impact. Data Privacy and Security: Safeguarding donor information in an increasingly digital world. Beneficial and Responsible AI Development…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-23T00:17:28.557097+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/fundraisingai-6815599"},"episode":{"title":"Episode 80 - Choosing the Right AI Tools and Using Them Smartly","slug":"episode-80-choosing-the-right-ai-tools-and-using-them-smartly","published_at":"2026-03-18T10:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/fundraisingai-6815599/episode-80-choosing-the-right-ai-tools-and-using-them-smartly","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/fundraisingai-6815599","url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/ICAAL1286619258.mp3?updated=1773821876","audio_url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/ICAAL1286619258.mp3?updated=1773821876","summary":"In this episode, Nathan and Scott explore the growing intersection of artificial intelligence, politics, and organizational values. The conversation begins with the Pentagon's request to use Anthropic's AI model without certain safeguards, a request the company declined. This decision sparks a discussion of the political pressure on AI companies, including potential government responses and the broader implications of corporate independence. Nathan and Scott also examine how other companies responded to the situation, highlighting the fast-moving and sometimes contradictory dynamics within the AI industry. Beyond the immediate controversy, Nathan and Scott reflect on the deeper role that values play in decision-making. They discuss how both nonprofit and for-profit organizations must establish clear guardrails to avoid ethical compromises. The discussion then shifts to practical experiences with AI tools, including evolving platform preferences and growing concerns about data transparency. Nathan and Scott introduce concepts such as model routing and personalized AI workflows, emphasizing the importance of experimentation with emerging technologies. Finally, they talk about how AI is changing jobs and careers. They encourage people to explore AI tools, keep learning, and stay curious so they can remain useful in an increasingly AI-driven world. HIGHLIGHTS [02:31] Pentagon vs. Anthropic: AI's Political Impact [06:37] Values and Organizational Decision-Making [16:22] AI Tools and User Shifts [23:56] Model Routing and Personalization [37:43] Future-Proofing Careers with AI Resources: Connect with Nathan and Scott: LinkedIn (Nathan): linkedin.com/in/nathanchappell/ LinkedIn (Scott): linkedin.com/in/scott-rosenkrans Website: fundraising.ai/","meta_description":"In this episode, Nathan and Scott explore the growing intersection of artificial intelligence, politics, and organizational values. The conversation begin…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2580,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/fundraisingai-6815599/episodes/episode-80-choosing-the-right-ai-tools-and-using-them-smartly/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/fundraisingai-6815599/episode-80-choosing-the-right-ai-tools-and-using-them-smartly.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}