In this episode of In the Long Run, we go into the intriguing world of AI agents and agentic patterns. They explore what truly defines an AI agent, discuss the differences between agents and agentic frameworks, and consider the implications of integrating more AI agents into our daily lives. The conversation touches on real-world applications in finance and robotics, examining when it’s preferable for humans versus AI to make decisions.

After the break, they introduce Google’s Notebook LLM, a cutting-edge tool that allows users to interact with their documents in innovative ways—like chatting with PDFs and generating podcasts from text. The hosts share their personal experiences with the tool, discussing how it enhances productivity and caters to different learning styles.

Join us as we navigate the potential of AI agents and tools like Notebook LLM to transform how we work, access information, and collaborate with technology.