Episode Summary: Ep 76 - Listener Feedback: What You Told Me

Release Date: July 2, 2025

Introduction

In Episode 76 of "The ChatGPT Experiment - Simplifying Chat GPT For Curious Beginners", host Cary Weston delves into the invaluable feedback provided by his listeners. Emphasizing the symbiotic relationship between content creation and audience input, Cary showcases how listener insights shape the direction and resources of the podcast.

Collaboration with Michael Stelzner and AI Explored Podcast

Early in the episode, Cary highlights his collaboration with Michael Stelzner, renowned for the Social Media Examiner and its associated conference, Social Media World. Cary discusses Michael’s podcast, AI Explored, praising its depth and practicality in exploring AI tools beyond ChatGPT.

"Michael, getting to know Michael and talking with him, he's obsessed with making sure that everything that he's doing is providing value and a positive takeaway to those that are spending their time listening or being involved." [01:30]

Cary encourages listeners to check out AI Explored for a broader perspective on AI applications, enhancing their understanding and utilization of various AI tools.

Listener Survey and Data Analysis

Cary announces that the listener survey is open for one more week, offering a chance to win a $100 gift card as a token of appreciation for participation.

"The listeners survey is up for one more week... I'll draw a name out of the folks that have participated." [04:38]

He directs listeners to the website chatgptexperiment.com, where they can access the survey and download free guides such as "Five Tips for Curious Beginners for ChatGPT" and "Building Custom GPTs". These resources come with additional bonus tips and prompts delivered via email upon download.

Using ChatGPT as an Intern for Content Planning

A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to Cary’s method of leveraging ChatGPT as an "intern" to analyze listener feedback and streamline content creation. He details his process of downloading survey data and guides, feeding them into ChatGPT with clear instructions and context.

"I treat it like an intern. Okay? You've heard me say AI before is to me, the amazing intern is a perspective that I like to share because it helps me frame my conversation." [07:32]

Cary outlines his approach:

1. Provide Background and Context: Explaining the purpose and goals of the analysis.
2. Define Success: Specifying the desired output format—an easy-to-skim, understandable list.
3. Encourage Interaction: Allowing ChatGPT to ask questions to refine its understanding.

Themes and Episode Ideas Derived from Feedback

Using ChatGPT’s analysis, Cary presents the top themes derived from listener feedback, ranked by popularity. These themes guide future podcast episodes to ensure they resonate with the audience’s interests and needs.

1. Getting More Done at Work

   • Keywords: work, team, help, learning, AI, using.
   • Episode Ideas:
     • Five Ways ChatGPT Can Save You Time at Work
     • Using AI to Streamline Team Communication
     • ChatGPT for Daily Task Management and Project Planning

2. Better Writing and Marketing Support

   • Episode Ideas:
     • Let ChatGPT Help You Write Better Emails, Posts, and Proposals
     • Using ChatGPT to Plan a Marketing Campaign from Scratch
     • Prompting ChatGPT Like a Creative Director

3. Automating the Everyday

   • Episode Ideas:
     • Building Personal Assistance with ChatGPT
     • Using ChatGPT for Outreach and Follow-Up
     • Powering a To-Do List with ChatGPT

4. AI for Personal and Professional Life

   • Episode Ideas:
     • Using ChatGPT to Think Through Life Decisions
     • Creating Personal Systems from Parenting to Planning Real-World Personal Uses

5. Time Saving Strategies

6. Confidence and Clarity Using ChatGPT

   • Episode Ideas:
     • How to Use ChatGPT Without Feeling Dumb
     • Getting Over the "I Don't Know What to Ask" Hurdle

"Number one, getting more done at work... Number six was confidence and clarity using ChatGPT." [11:23]

Creation of a Self-Paced Guide for Organizing the Day

Addressing the prevalent theme of day organization, Cary introduces a self-paced guide he developed in collaboration with ChatGPT. This guide includes a quiz designed to help listeners identify their current energy levels, biggest challenges, and the type of support they need. Based on responses, ChatGPT generates personalized prompts to assist in creating a manageable and focused daily plan.

"Act like a calm, encouraging coach. I'm feeling low energy and overwhelmed with too many things to do on my list. I'd like help building a realistic three-step plan for today." [18:25]

The guide offers various personas such as the Calm Coach, Practical Planner, and Accountability Buddy, enabling listeners to choose the type of assistance they prefer. This structured approach ensures that users receive tailored support, enhancing their productivity and well-being.

Key Insights and Tips for Using ChatGPT Effectively

Cary emphasizes the importance of providing ChatGPT with comprehensive information and clear instructions to maximize its utility. By treating ChatGPT as an intern, users can achieve efficient and meaningful outcomes in a short timeframe.

"The key principle here is to feed it the information necessary for the intern to do its best job, to do its best work." [22:12]

He shares that with minimal effort—downloading files, setting context, and defining success—Cary was able to generate actionable insights and resources within ten minutes, showcasing the efficiency and effectiveness of using ChatGPT with proper guidance.

Closing Remarks and Future Plans

In conclusion, Cary reiterates his appreciation for listener feedback, highlighting how it drives the podcast’s content and resources. He encourages ongoing participation in the listener survey and hints at future episodes focused on tasks and resource discovery through ChatGPT.

"I hope that was helpful, both the experiment and the resource and the tips that I gave you. Forever, though, the number one thing is your curiosity, right? That's the most valuable component here." [23:10]

Cary also mentions upcoming presentations at fall conferences and workshops, inviting listeners to incorporate ChatGPT into their sessions.

"If AI ChatGPT is something that you want to have included in your workshop and you think that this would be a good topic, reach out to me." [23:35]

He signs off with an encouragement to "Stay Curious", reinforcing the podcast’s mission to transform curiosity into capability.

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• "I treat it like an intern... the amazing intern is at work right there." [07:32]
• "Number one, getting more done at work... Number six was confidence and clarity using ChatGPT." [11:23]
• "The key principle here is to feed it the information necessary for the intern to do its best job." [22:12]
• "Forever, though, the number one thing is your curiosity, right? That's the most valuable component here." [23:10]

Resources Mentioned

• Website: chatgptexperiment.com
• Free Guides:
  • Five Tips for Curious Beginners for ChatGPT
  • Building Custom GPTs
• Partner Podcast: AI Explored with Michael Stelzner

Conclusion

Episode 76 serves as a testament to the power of active listener engagement and the strategic use of ChatGPT in content creation. By systematically analyzing feedback and implementing listener-driven themes, Cary Weston ensures that "The ChatGPT Experiment" remains a valuable and relevant resource for curious beginners eager to harness the capabilities of ChatGPT in both personal and professional realms.