Arc Of AI Video Podcast

AI Native Live Video Interview from Arc of AI, 2026

I sat down with Baruch Sadogurksy of Tessl for his AI Native Dev podcast. I talked about the use of "AI Coaches" and explored a shift in how we approach AI; from automating tasks to augmenting human thinking. Framed around the idea of “thinking with machines,” the discussion traces a historical arc from early computing pioneers to today’s probabilistic systems, arguing that the real opportunity lies in improving how humans learn, decide, and create. Rather than treating AI as a black box that produces outcomes, the interview highlights interactive “coach-like” systems that guide users through a creative loop of brainstorming, refinement, and execution. The emphasis is on engagement, deliberate decision-making, and skill-building, with practical examples of how AI can scaffold learning, surface trade-offs, and adapt to individual pace. The result is a grounded vision of AI not as a replacement for expertise, but as a structured partner in developing it.

Internationally known author and speaker Mike Amundsen consults with organizations around the world on network architecture, Web development, and the intersection of technology & society. He helps companies capitalize on the opportunities provided by APIs, Microservices, and Digital Transformation.

Amundsen has authored numerous books and papers. His recent book is "RESTful Web API Patterns and Practices Cookbook" (2022). His "Design and Build Great APIs" (2020) is a popular developer-centric book. Amundsen also contributed to the book, "Continuous API Management" (2020, 2018). His "RESTful Web Clients", was published in February 2017 and he co-authored "Microservice Architecture" (June 2016).