15 AI Tools in 15 Days: Creativity and the Future of Innovation with Allister Hercus

15/07/2025 45 min
15 AI Tools in 15 Days: Creativity and the Future of Innovation with Allister Hercus

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Episode Synopsis

In this energetic and forward-thinking episode, Chris sits down with creative strategist Allister Hercus, co-founder of Lab31—a month-long experiment where he built a new AI-powered tool every day for 31 days. Allister shares the origin of the project, the lessons learned from rapid prototyping, and why he believes AI isn’t something to fear—it’s something to play with. From teacher report card generators to real estate video tools and dream analyzers, this conversation is a treasure trove of creativity, tech, and entrepreneurial grit. If you're curious about the future of innovation and how to harness AI even without a coding background, this episode is your launchpad.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:


Why hands-on experimentation beats theory when it comes to innovation

How to use AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude to rapidly prototype ideas

Why creativity + AI is a powerful combo for business and personal growth

How to approach the ethics and limits of generative tech with clarity

Real-world examples of lightweight, high-impact tools anyone can build


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