Everyday AI Podcast – An AI and ChatGPT Podcast

OpenAI dropped GPT-5.4 Thinking and Pro. 🚨

Annnnd? 

The usual. 

↳ Benchmarks are wild. 
↳ Performance is elite. 
↳ Everyone's impressed.

Cool. 

Now let's talk about what actually matters.

This wasn't a model update. It was a direction change.

OpenAI is going all-in on long-running tasks, computer use, deeper research, and serious AI workflows. That's not a chatbot play. That's a work system play. 

We break it down and dish 7 big takeaways on the new GPT-5.4 model. 

GPT-5.4 Released: 7 Takeaways you need to know about Openai’s New model -- An Everyday AI Chat with Jordan Wilson

Newsletter: Sign up for our free daily newsletter
More on this Episode: Episode Page
Join the discussion on LinkedIn: Thoughts on this? Join the convo on LinkedIn and connect with other AI leaders.

Upcoming Episodes: Check out the upcoming Everyday AI Livestream lineup
Website: YourEverydayAI.com
Email The Show: [email protected]
Connect with Jordan on LinkedIn

Topics Covered in This Episode:
GPT-5.4 Pro and Thinking Model Overview
OpenAI’s Computer Use and Tool Agent Upgrades
GPT-5.4’s 1,000,000 Token Context Window
Model Naming Confusion in OpenAI Lineup
OpenAI vs Anthropic AI Model Rivalry
Codex Desktop App and Non-Coding Uses
GPT-5.4’s Native Spreadsheet and Excel Integration
Benchmark Performance: GDP-Val and Real Work Outputs
Pro/Thinking Model Tiers and User Impact
State-of-the-Art Agentic Workflow Abilities

Timestamps:

00:00 "GPT-4.5: A Bold Shift"
03:54 "Boosted Accuracy for Knowledge Work"
08:00 OpenAI's Model Naming Issues
10:39 "GPT Updates: Confusion Explained"
15:52 "OpenAI's Codex Expands Horizons"
18:08 "Updates and Tools Overview"
22:33 Free vs Paid AI Plans
24:49 Enhanced AI Thinking & Steering
27:40 "OpenAI's Smarter Agent Tools"
31:51 "AI's True Test: Economic Value"
34:30 "AI Milestone: 82% Benchmark Achieved"
37:11 "Wednesday AI Hands-On Session"

Keywords: 
GPT-5.4, GPT-5.4 Pro, GPT-5.4 Thinking, OpenAI new model, AI benchmarks, model performance, AI workflows, long running work, tool use, deep research,

Send Everyday AI and Jordan a text message. (We can't reply back unless you leave contact info)
Start Here ▶️
Not sure where to start when it comes to AI? Start with our Start Here Series. You can listen to the first drop -- Episode 691 -- or get free access to our Inner Cricle community and all episodes: StartHereSeries.com 
Also, here's a link to the entire series on a Spotify playlist.

Everyone's chasing the next big model drop.🫳
Meanwhile, the AI updates that actually change how you work? Flying completely under the radar.
The flashy headlines get the clicks. The incremental features, quiet rollouts, and "minor" updates? That's where the real compounding value lives, and almost nobody's talking about them.
We've been guilty of chasing the shiny objects too. That changes today.
New segment on Everyday AI: the AI updates that actually matter, without the hype.
Starting with 7 huge AI feature updates you probably missed.

7 Huge AI Feature Updates You Likely Missed: From AI Video and Gmail to Agents -- An Everyday AI Chat with Jordan Wilson

Newsletter: Sign up for our free daily newsletter
More on this Episode: Episode Page
Join the discussion on LinkedIn: Thoughts on this? Join the convo on LinkedIn and connect with other AI leaders.

Upcoming Episodes: Check out the upcoming Everyday AI Livestream lineup
Website: YourEverydayAI.com
Email The Show: [email protected]
Connect with Jordan on LinkedIn

Topics Covered in This Episode:
Google Workspace CLI Terminal Automation Launch
OpenAI Codex for Windows PowerShell Support
Google Stitch Free Direct Design Edits
ChatGPT Projects New Source Integration Features
Pameli AI Product Photoshoot for Marketing
Perplexity Model Council Multi-Model Crosscheck
Notebook LM Cinematic Video Overviews Release

Timestamps:

00:00 AI News Often Overlooked
03:57 "Wednesday Update Podcast Segment"
10:04 "Unified Chat and Codex Wish"
11:34 "Optimizing Tasks with AI Tools"
14:46 "Direct Edits for App Building"
17:42 Seamless Integration for Daily Meetings
21:29 Instant Product Photography Tool
27:44 "AI-Powered Cinematic Learning Tools"
29:41 "Rapid AI Advancements Unveiled"

Keywords: 
Google Workspace CLI, command line interface for Google Workspace, terminal automation, AI agents, Gmail automation, Google Drive terminal access, Google Calendar CLI, workspace API, OpenAI Codex, Claude Code, Claude Cowork, parallel agents, Windows native PowerShell support, code automations, skills automations, ChatGPT projects, Gemini 3.1 Pro, model cross checking, model council, agent skills, AI at work, Stitch direct edits,
Send Everyday AI and Jordan a text message. (We can't reply back unless you leave contact info)
Start Here ▶️
Not sure where to start when it comes to AI? Start with our Start Here Series. You can listen to the first drop -- Episode 691 -- or get free access to our Inner Cricle community and all episodes: StartHereSeries.com 
Also, here's a link to the entire series on a Spotify playlist.

Spent hours testing AI models? ⏳

Same. 

Openclaw setup still broken, heartbeat still dead? ☠️

Yep, been there. 

Perplexity’s new agentic tool called Computer might’ve finally solved it. 

With no technical knowledge and a simple prompt, you can have agent swarms actually working for you and getting stuff done. 

Did we finally arrive in AI agent nirvana? 

Probably not. 

Because as impressive as it is, there’s one big caveat that will likely stop it dead in its tracks. 

Perplexity Computer: What it is, How to use it and is it better than OpenClaw? — An Everyday AI Chat with Jordan Wilson

Newsletter: Sign up for our free daily newsletter
More on this Episode: Episode Page
Join the discussion on LinkedIn: Thoughts on this? Join the convo on LinkedIn and connect with other AI leaders.

Upcoming Episodes: Check out the upcoming Everyday AI Livestream lineup
Website: YourEverydayAI.com
Email The Show: [email protected]
Connect with Jordan on LinkedIn

Topics Covered in This Episode:
Perplexity Computer Hands-On Demo & Review
Perplexity Computer vs. OpenClaw Comparison
Perplexity Computer's Multi-Model Agentic Swarms
Advanced Workflow Automation With Perplexity Computer
AI Model Auto-Routing and Task Chaining
Data Integration: Gmail, Slack, Notion, Google Drive
Perplexity Computer’s Price, Credits, and Value Limitations
Best Use Cases: Perplexity Computer vs. OpenClaw
Creating Animated Data Visualizations with Perplexity

Timestamps:

00:00 "Perplexity Computer Overview"
03:08 AI Demos: Perplexity vs Big Four
07:19 "Complex Queries with AI Tools"
12:38 "Perplexity AI vs Open Claw"
13:59 "AI Visual Analysis Overview"
17:11 "AI Tools for Task Optimization"
20:20 "Comparing Top AI Tools"
24:51 "Perplexity vs. OpenClaw Comparison"
27:18 Perplexity vs OpenClaw: Key Differences
31:34 Daily AI Insights Workflow
34:54 "Impressive AI Task Management"
37:20 AI Tool Comparison and Limitations
40:02 "Limited Value for High Price"

Keywords: 
Perplexity Computer, Perplexity AI, Perplexity Computer features, Perplexity Computer vs OpenClaw, OpenClaw, AI
Send Everyday AI and Jordan a text message. (We can't reply back unless you leave contact info)
Start Here ▶️
Not sure where to start when it comes to AI? Start with our Start Here Series. You can listen to the first drop -- Episode 691 -- or get free access to our Inner Cricle community and all episodes: StartHereSeries.com 
Also, here's a link to the entire series on a Spotify playlist.

Why can't most companies show their ROI on GenAI? 

Because their implementation is backwards.

If you're using the same digital transformation playbook that you used for the social media and cloud eras, you're in trouble. 

On this 'Start Here Series' episode, we break down what your company is doing wrong and the 7 Step process to properly calculate ROI on your AI efforts. 

Measuring AI ROI: Why you’re doing it wrong and the 7 Steps to fix it -- An Everyday AI Chat with Jordan Wilson

Newsletter: Sign up for our free daily newsletter
More on this Episode: Episode Page
Join the discussion on LinkedIn: Thoughts on this? Join the convo on LinkedIn and connect with other AI leaders.

Upcoming Episodes: Check out the upcoming Everyday AI Livestream lineup
Website: YourEverydayAI.com
Email The Show: [email protected]
Connect with Jordan on LinkedIn

Topics Covered in This Episode:
Proving and Measuring AI ROI in Companies
OpenAI’s GDP Benchmark: AI vs Experts
Debunking MIT’s Viral Zero ROI Study
Quantitative AI ROI Data from Business Studies
Invisible Productivity: AI Savings Pocketed by Workers
Limitations of Pre-AI Job Roles and Metrics
ROI Calculation: Time Saved and Cost Reduction
Five Main Reasons AI ROI Isn’t Measured
Seven-Step AI ROI Measurement Blueprint
Importance of Ongoing AI Model Retesting
AI ROI: Training, Education, and Implementation Gaps

Timestamps:

00:00 "AI ROI: Fixing the Debate"
04:50 "AI ROI Debate is Pointless"
08:03 AI Implementation Yields Positive ROI
12:13 AI Reshaping Work Structures
15:08 AI ROI Challenges
20:11 "Baseline Assessment Before AI Implementation"
23:49 "AI Operating System Discussion"
24:35 "Standardized Testing for AI Models"
28:26 "Rethink AI ROI Urgency"
31:37 "Everyday AI: Subscribe & Explore"

Keywords: 
measuring AI ROI, AI return on investment, generative AI ROI, GenAI ROI measurement, ROI on artificial intelligence, AI productivity, time saved with AI, cost reduction with AI, AI-driven revenue increase, AI risk avoidance, AI implementation, baseline assessment of AI, BASE framework, pre-AI baseline, digital transformation and AI, quality metrics in AI, cost per task AI, error rates AI, throughput AI, AI utilization rate, AI pilot evaluation, AI b
Send Everyday AI and Jordan a text message. (We can't reply back unless you leave contact info)
Start Here ▶️
Not sure where to start when it comes to AI? Start with our Start Here Series. You can listen to the first drop -- Episode 691 -- or get free access to our Inner Cricle community and all episodes: StartHereSeries.com 
Also, here's a link to the entire series on a Spotify playlist.

While Anthropic and the Pentagon fought, OpenAI swooped in to secure a big deal. 

But at what cost? 

And while it seemed like the entire AI news world was wrapped up in the Anthropic-Trump-OpenAI drama, the rest of big tech went nuts. 

Microsoft teased something agentic, Claude actually shipped it, and Perplexity dropped probably its most important product to date. 

This week’s theme apparently: drama and agents. 

We’ll get you caught up on all of the AI News That Matters. 👇

Trump bans Anthropic, OpenAI signs Pentagon deal, big AI goes agentic and more AI news -- An Everyday AI Chat with Jordan Wilson

Newsletter: Sign up for our free daily newsletter
More on this Episode: Episode Page
Join the discussion on LinkedIn: Thoughts on this? Join the convo on LinkedIn and connect with other AI leaders.

Upcoming Episodes: Check out the upcoming Everyday AI Livestream lineup
Website: YourEverydayAI.com
Email The Show: [email protected]
Connect with Jordan on LinkedIn

Topics Covered in This Episode:
OpenAI Pentagon Deal Security Protocols
Anthropic Trump Ban and Government Response
Anthropic Supply Chain Risk Legal Challenge
Google Nano Banana 2 Image Model Launch
Nano Banana 2 Benchmark and Feature Upgrades
OpenAI Enterprise AI Frontier Consulting Partnerships
Anthropic Model Distillation by Chinese AI Labs
Perplexity Computer Cloud-Based Agentic AI Release
Microsoft Copilot Tasks Agentic AI Announcement
Anthropic Claude CoWork Scheduled Task Automation

Timestamps:

00:00 "OpenAI-Pentagon Deal Sparks Debate"
03:41 OpenAI's AI Safety Agreement
08:25 Anthropic vs. U.S. Government Tensions
12:54 "Nano Banana 2 Revolutionizes AI"
15:38 "Revolutionizing AI for Visuals"
19:27 "AI Outperforming Skilled Professionals"
21:33 Anthropic Accuses China of AI Theft
26:27 "AI Supremacy and Global Impact"
29:24 AI Automates Tasks and Emails
33:31 "Perplexity Unveils Agentic AI Tool"
37:00 Perplexity's Evolution: Computer Spotlight
41:10 Trump Meets Tech Leaders Over AI
42:41 "AI Updates Made Simple"

Keywords: 
Trump AI ban, Anthropic, OpenAI Pentagon deal, Department of Defense AI, AI military use, ethical boundaries in AI, federal AI regulations, Sam Altman, AI contract enforcement,
Send Everyday AI and Jordan a text message. (We can't reply back unless you leave contact info)
Start Here ▶️
Not sure where to start when it comes to AI? Start with our Start Here Series. You can listen to the first drop -- Episode 691 -- or get free access to our Inner Cricle community and all episodes: StartHereSeries.com 
Also, here's a link to the entire series on a Spotify playlist.