This week we're exploring how AI is reshaping business interactions through Boardy's innovative approach to networking. We also chat about OpenAI's Deep Research and Google Gemini 2.0's release.

Learn about:
• How Boardy raised $8M using its own AI networking tool
• Converting conversations into structured business data
• Internal vs. external uses of conversational AI
• Building tools that meet users where they are
• The latest capabilities of Google's Gemini 2.0
• Real-world cost comparisons of different AI models

Follow Tom:
• XRay: https://xray.tech/
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tomnassr

Follow Justin:
• Switchboard: https://www.withswitchboard.com/
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/wattjustin
• Twitter: twitter.com/just_watt

Tools mentioned:
• Boardy: https://www.boardy.ai/
• OpenAI Deep Research: https://openai.com/index/introducing-deep-research/
• Gemini 2.0: https://blog.google/technology/google-deepmind/gemini-model-updates-february-2025/

Chapter Markers:
00:00 - Intro: Boardy & Recent Viral Moment
05:20 - What is Boardy?: The AI Super Connector Explained
08:29 - Rethinking Business Tools with AI
12:41 - Structured Data & Architecture Behind Conversational AI
15:08 - Is Boardy an AI Agent? Breaking Down the Buzzwords
17:17 - Real-World AI Agent Applications
22:47 - AI Model News & Updates
26:23 - Evaluating AI Models
30:48 - Palette Cleansers

Building Business Tools in the AI Age: Lessons from Boardy