What if your repair shop could answer 15 calls simultaneously, book appointments at 8 PM, and never put a customer on hold again—all without hiring additional staff? In this episode, we dive into how voice AI receptionists are transforming local service businesses, from auto shops to salons, by handling the routine calls that eat up your team's time while actually creating more work for your mechanics and technicians.

We'll explore real implementations: AI that knows your tire pressure specs on command, shop assistants that analyze part damage from a photo, and systems that give owners a full status update on their business with a single phone call. Whether you're drowning in missed calls or just curious about what's actually possible today, this one's packed with practical ideas you can steal.

"AI isn't stealing jobs, it's exposing which ones shouldn't have existed in the first place."

In this episode, Armando challenges the AI panic narrative by drawing parallels from 2 million years of technological evolution. From cavemen to computers, every innovation killed jobs and created more. The real question isn't whether AI will replace workers, it's whether we're finally ready to stop doing work that machines can handle better. He makes the case for small businesses, argues that automation creates opportunity (not scarcity), and explains why your doctor's receptionist should be solving complex patient problems instead of booking appointments on a 25-minute hold. If you think AI is the enemy, this episode will flip your perspective on what work should actually mean in 2025.

Bottom line: Technology doesn't eliminate human value, it just forces us to provide it where it actually matters.

I spent the last 12 hours stress-testing Google's Gemini 3 Pro and their new Antigravity IDE on actual projects.

Everyone's hyping the benchmarks, but does it hold up when you need to ship real work.

In this video, I break down the good (automatic Chrome integration, seamless VS Code migration, powerful agent manager), the bad (reliability issues, context window degradation), and whether it's worth jumping ship from Claude Code.

Plus, my take on why Google's positioning in the AI coding space might matter more than the model itself.

Bottom line: Great tech, growing pains, but not ready to replace your daily driver yet. Here's why—and what to watch for as the space evolves.

In this episode, Armando sits down with automation expert Stephen Pope to cut through the hype and get to what actually matters in the AI automation space.

Stephen shares hard-earned lessons from 17+ years in technology, including building and selling a multi-million dollar agency. The conversation covers the real economics of automation work—how to identify problems worth solving, why the simplest solutions often deliver the most value, and how to avoid building complex systems that clients never use.

Key topics include:

• Finding your first automation clients without the typical sales grind
• Why edge cases reveal whether your automation is actually well-designed
• The relationship between content creation and inbound leads (and why it's harder than it looks)
• How to use analytics without getting lost in spreadsheets
• The importance of momentum and knowing which battles to fight as you grow

Stephen gets refreshingly honest about common pitfalls—from clients who want to use you as a puppet to build their ideas, to the trap of perfectionism when your automation already works. He also shares thoughts on how LLMs are changing the content game and why your story matters more than ever.

This isn't about flashy 100-node workflows. It's about building things that actually solve problems and generate returns—the boring, profitable work that keeps businesses running.

In this technical deep-dive, Armando breaks down Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) and why businesses can't rely on basic LLM implementations alone. The episode moves from fundamental concepts to advanced optimization strategies, covering everything from context windows to sophisticated reranking techniques.

Tired of juggling multiple systems just to answer simple business questions? This episode explores how voice-powered AI agents are revolutionizing how leaders access their data.

Imagine walking your plant floor and simply asking: "How's production on Line 3?" or "Any equipment showing failure signs?" and getting instant, analyzed responses—no apps, no reports, no waiting.

In this episode:

• Real examples of conversational business intelligence in action
• How to connect scattered data (CRM, ERP, spreadsheets) into one voice interface
• Why this works for businesses of ANY size—not just enterprise
• The shift from typing to talking: what it means for your workflow
• Practical implementation: what you need to get started TODAY

This isn't about ChatGPT writing emails. This is about genuine operational efficiency—turning weeks of BI setup into real-time conversations with your business data.

From inventory alerts to customer satisfaction trends to equipment maintenance predictions—all accessible through natural conversation, whether you're on the shop floor, in your car, or at lunch with investors.

If you've ever thought "I have the data, I just can't get to it quickly enough," this episode is for you.

Questions? Want to explore this for your business? Reach out on any platform—I'm always happy to discuss what's possible.

Emmy-winning photojournalist turned injury lawyer Sean Olson reveals how storytelling drives both professions and shares insider secrets about the legal system. Learn why the American jury system makes us safer, practical tips for hiring the right lawyer, and how to protect yourself as a consumer or business owner. Plus, discover how AI tools can help you decode complex contracts and what questions to ask contractors before they work on your home.

Find Sean at:

https://protectingthewest.com/

Why do the U.S. and Canada prosper while much of Latin America struggles, despite sharing geography, history, and even culture?

In this episode, Armando Perez-Carreño is joined by award-winning composer and musical director Claudio Tarris, who steps outside the world of orchestras and jazz to discuss his thought-provoking book La Legalidad y Las Dos Américas. Drawing from years of research into history, law, and society, Claudio explores the role of legal systems—Common Law vs. Roman Law—in shaping prosperity, culture, and governance across the Americas.

From the origins of English common law, Magna Carta, and colonial foundations, to how punctuality, traffic norms, and law enforcement reflect deeper societal values, this conversation dives into the surprising ways history and legal traditions continue to impact everyday life.

If you’ve ever wondered why prosperity can shift dramatically across a border, or how culture and law intertwine, this is a fascinating discussion you won’t want to miss.