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Ep 88 - The Near Future Of Conversational Technology

The ChatGPT Experiment - Simplifying Chat GPT For Curious Beginners

Release Date: 09/30/2025

The ChatGPT Experiment - Simplifying Chat GPT For Curious Beginners

Episode Summary In this episode, host Cary Weston checks in from Atlanta after his travel plans were disrupted by snow on the East Coast. He had just wrapped up presenting at a transportation and logistics conference and shares two foundational takeaways that continue to resonate with people learning to use ChatGPT. The core message? Talk to it. Cary explains that many people still don’t realize ChatGPT is a tool you can actually converse with — not just query. He emphasizes the power of simply identifying one repetitive task and asking ChatGPT how it can help. This episode is all...

Ep 97 - ChatGPT Health, Ads, and Listener Questions Answered

The ChatGPT Experiment - Simplifying Chat GPT For Curious Beginners

Episode Summary In this solo episode, host Cary Weston shares updates on two major announcements from OpenAI: the launch of ChatGPT Health and the upcoming integration of ads into ChatGPT. Cary breaks down what these updates might mean for users, especially in terms of privacy, personalization, and trust. He also answers listener questions on using ChatGPT for book writing, maintaining motivation, understanding the difference between chats and projects, and how platform choice affects performance. He closes the episode with shoutouts to community members using AI in thoughtful ways and...

Ep 96 - Real Example: Coaching a Team to Use ChatGPT for Scalable Research

The ChatGPT Experiment - Simplifying Chat GPT For Curious Beginners

Episode Summary In this solo episode of The ChatGPT Experiment, host Cary Weston breaks walks through a real-world example where he helped a trade advocacy group automate and streamline their time-consuming research process using ChatGPT’s Projects feature. Cary shares his 4-part framework for setting up successful prompts and emphasizes the importance of engaging ChatGPT in dialogue, not just handing it a task and hoping for the best. 3 Key Takeaways Use Cary’s 4-Part Framework: When talking to ChatGPT, always explain: 1) What are we doing? 2) Why are we doing it? 3) What...

Ep 95 - My Three Words For 2026

The ChatGPT Experiment - Simplifying Chat GPT For Curious Beginners

Episode Summary In this solo episode, host Cary Weston rings in 2026 by sharing his annual tradition of choosing three guiding words for the year ahead. Instead of making resolutions, Cary focuses on building intentional habits and goals that align with both his personal and professional growth. He reflects on last year's words—Connect, Routine, Smile—grading himself on each and offering insight into how they shaped his year. For 2026, Cary’s chosen words are Framework, Make, and Study, and he dives into how tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini will support him in these areas. 3 Key...

From the Vault: Documents and ChatGPT

The ChatGPT Experiment - Simplifying Chat GPT For Curious Beginners

Episode Summary In this “from the vault” episode originally released in March 2024, Cary dives into how to use ChatGPT for document creation, editing, and analysis. This is one of the most frequently asked topics he encounters, and even with new platform updates, the core principles remain solid and useful. Cary walks through real-world use cases—like responding to RFPs, summarizing long research documents, training employees, and using documents as templates for repeatable processes. He also shares how you can give ChatGPT context and goals to get better results, and how you can even...

From The Vault: Better Writing With ChatGPT

The ChatGPT Experiment - Simplifying Chat GPT For Curious Beginners

Episode Summary From the Vault: Originally recorded in February 2024 In this episode from the vault, Cary Weston walks listeners through a structured and practical framework to help ChatGPT write in your voice. With writing being one of the top use cases—and frustrations—for users, Cary shows you how to define and train ChatGPT using your own writing samples, audience details, and repeatable prompts to create content that actually sounds like you. Whether you're just starting or looking to level up, this episode is packed with actionable advice. 3 Key Takeaways Voice, tone, and style...

From The Vault: Don’t Overthink It - Just Ask ChatGPT ‘How Can You Help?’ With Chris Duprey

The ChatGPT Experiment - Simplifying Chat GPT For Curious Beginners

Episode Summary From the Vault: Originally recorded in December 2023 In this episode of The ChatGPT Experiment, Cary pulls a powerful conversation from the archive with Chris Duprey, partner at The Question First Group. Chris is a leadership coach with a unique background—former Army officer, business leader, and someone who’s deeply passionate about helping people grow. Together, Cary and Chris unpack how AI—especially ChatGPT—can be used in real, practical ways to save time, boost productivity, and supercharge teams. This episode is all about cutting through the noise. Forget the...

Ep 94 - ADHD, ChatGPT, and Me: A Conversation With Jon Accamando

The ChatGPT Experiment - Simplifying Chat GPT For Curious Beginners

Episode Summary In this episode of The ChatGPT Experiment, host Cary Weston welcomes listener-turned-guest Jon Accamando, a former corporate retail executive who made a dramatic life shift to become a full-time Uber and Lyft driver in San Diego. But Jon didn’t just change jobs ... he reinvented his life. Driven by the desire for more freedom and family time, Jon leaned heavily on ChatGPT (which he’s named “Jarvis”) to optimize not only his rideshare work but also his personal well-being. From real-time demos for passengers to launching a new consulting business, Jon shares how AI...

Ep 93: The Prompt Master- A ChatGPT Conversation With Keven Ellison

The ChatGPT Experiment - Simplifying Chat GPT For Curious Beginners

Episode Summary In this episode, Cary talks with Keven Ellison, Vice President of Marketing at AIS, a technology company that evolved from selling office equipment to providing IT services, telecom, security solutions, and now AI tools. Keven shares how, even at age 63, he’s fully embraced the potential of AI and has become the self-appointed “AI Ambassador” at his company. His excitement and curiosity shine through as he breaks down how businesses can better understand and use AI tools—especially ChatGPT—to solve real problems. He also introduces “Prompt Master,” a tool he...

Ep 92: Mailbag - Diving Into Listener Questions

The ChatGPT Experiment - Simplifying Chat GPT For Curious Beginners

Episode Summary In this solo episode, host Cary Weston returns after a month-long recovery from deviated septum surgery. He shares updates on his health, the delay in launching the "Curiosity Club," and recent speaking engagements. Cary also dives into a powerful ChatGPT tip for complex tasks and answers listener mail covering real-life questions about using ChatGPT for business, writing, caregiving, and parenting. 3 Key Takeaways Best phrase for complex prompts: When working with ChatGPT on multi-step tasks, use this exact line: [pause and then wait to proceed] at the end of...

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Episode Summary

In this solo episode, host Cary Weston shares his vision for the future of "conversational technology"—a shift from static, click-based interfaces to dynamic, two-way conversations with the tools we use every day. From Netflix to online shopping to travel planning, Cary walks through everyday frustrations and shows how tools like ChatGPT offer the perfect practice ground for what's coming next. The episode is an eye-opener for anyone feeling overwhelmed or left behind by AI and makes a compelling case that you're not behind—you're right on time.

3 Key Takeaways

The future is conversational: Apps will soon start engaging in two-way conversations—asking about your mood, preferences, or concerns before offering recommendations. Think Netflix that checks in before suggesting a movie.
ChatGPT is your practice space: Talking to ChatGPT is great training for this future. Treat it like your “amazing intern”—not a tech tool. The more you practice, the better you’ll be at using these future tools.
This isn’t a tech thing—it’s a human thing: Just like websites moved from being an IT task to a marketing must-have, AI belongs to all of us. Whether you're shopping, planning, or writing, tools like ChatGPT help you think clearer and decide better.

About Cary Weston

Cary Weston is the host of The ChatGPT Experiment podcast and a seasoned marketing agency owner. Known for his approachable teaching style, Cary helps individuals and businesses get comfortable using ChatGPT through personalized training and workshops. He's all about making AI less intimidating and more accessible, no matter your background or tech level.

Cary offers customized one-on-one ChatGPT training in 60 minute sessions. Find out more information on the sessions, answers to frequent questions, and how to register at www.ChatGPTExperiment.com

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CONNECT WITH CARY

ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com
Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com
Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryweston

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The Chat GPT Experiment is also a LinkedIn Newsletter and you can find it here:
https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-chat-gpt-experiment-7110348839919702016/

MUSIC CREDITS
The instrumental music used in this podcast is called “Curious” by Podington Bear.

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