In this inaugural episode of the Almost Nowhere podcast, hosts Alicia Burke and Max Martinelli discuss the origins and goals of the AI Fast Track initiative, aimed at bridging the gap between AI advancements and the actuarial community. They are joined by Josh Myers, a key contributor to the program, who shares insights on course design, the importance of discussion boards for community engagement, and the evolving role of data in actuarial science. The conversation also explores the potential for personalization in insurance, international perspectives on rate making, and the future of predictive modeling. The episode concludes with advice for data professionals looking to enter the insurance industry and book recommendations from Josh.