In this first episode, Josh Goldberg and Joe Mattey kick things off by introducing the purpose behind the podcast series and diving into a primer on key aspects of AI and machine learning. They break down some essential definitions and terminology commonly used in the field, making it easy to follow even if you're new to the topic. Along the way, they also reflect on model management practices at financial institutions, sharing insights into how high-performing AI is already beginning to reshape certain job functions. It’s a thoughtful and accessible conversation that lays the groundwork for the deeper exploration coming up in Episode 2.