Higher Intelligence

The Higher Intelligence podcast delivers smart takes on AI and EdTech for the next-generation campus. Hosted by EdTech executive, data scientist, and professor Dr. JC Bonilla, the show breaks down the most important AI stories, explains how the technology works, and translates hype into real implications for higher education leaders. 
Join us twice weekly for clear thinking with no noise — just AI and EdTech, explained for higher education.

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Connect With Our Co-Host:
Dr. JC Bonilla
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcbonilla/
About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
Generation AI is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!
Enrollify is made possible by Element451. Learn more at element451.com.

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In the final episode of Generation AI, hosts Ardis Kadiu and JC Bonilla close out their influential podcast series with a candid and reflective conversation on the past two years of demystifying artificial intelligence in higher education. This capstone episode unpacks their motivation for launching the show, what they learned along the way, and how AI adoption has evolved across higher ed institutions. With Ardis transitioning from Element451 into his next professional chapter, the episode serves as both a farewell and a look forward.

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Connect With Our Co-Host:
Dr. JC Bonilla
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcbonilla/
About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
Generation AI is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!
Enrollify is made possible by Element451. Learn more at element451.com.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr. JC Bonilla and Ardis Kadiu dive into the shifting landscape of artificial intelligence—from industry layoffs and OpenAI’s trillion-dollar ambitions to what they’re hearing on the ground at higher education conferences. With thousands of miles traveled and dozens of conversations had with CIOs, trustees, and technologists, this episode explores how AI is reshaping org charts, influencing new browser experiences, and slowly (but surely) becoming a real operational force across campuses. If you're curious about how agentic AI is showing up in enrollment marketing and student success, this is a must-listen.
00:00 "AI Signals and Impacts"
06:09 Amazon Restructures for Growth
08:01 OpenAI Shifts to For-Profit Model
10:41 "From Dot-Com Bust to AI Boom"
13:55 "Sora 2: Revolutionizing Media Creation"
17:49 Navigating IP and Content Challenges
23:43 "OpenAI's Chromium-Based Innovation"
25:04 Integrated Browsing Experience Insights
29:04 "Agentic AI Shaping Economy"
32:49 Driving Change in Education Leadership
33:56 Evolving AI Trends in Education
39:35 "Data Integration for Autonomy"
43:02 "Transitioning to Agentic Workflows"
45:07 AI: Operational Enabler, Not Novelty
47:51 Driving Adoption for Agentic Workflows
51:27 Generation AI: Enrollify Podcast Network

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Connect With Our Co-Host:
Dr. JC Bonilla
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcbonilla/
About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
Generation AI is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!
Enrollify is made possible by Element451. Learn more at element451.com.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this powerful third installment of the AI for Buyers series on the Generation AI podcast, hosts Ardis Kadiu and Dr. JC Bonilla tackle a critical but often overlooked stage of AI implementation in higher education — the proof of concept (POC). From defining what a real POC should look like to diagnosing red flags and showcasing key metrics, this episode equips higher ed leaders with a strategic playbook to move beyond flashy demos and into sustainable AI adoption. Whether you’re piloting an AI-powered admissions assistant or exploring automation in student success workflows, this episode delivers the clarity and confidence you need to make AI stick.
00:00 "Effective AI Proof of Concept"
03:43 Effective POCs: Short, Structured Success
09:33 "Defining POC Success Metrics"
11:47 AI Metrics for Student Support
13:24 "Key Metrics for Strong POCs"
19:04 "AI with Limited System Integration"
20:56 AI Hallucinations and Red Flags
24:29 "Enterprise AI: Human Oversight Needed"
28:00 AI Pricing Challenges and Red Flags
30:12 "Evaluating Data Connection Solutions"
33:50 "Scaling and Deployment Challenges"
39:22 "Generation AI: Higher Ed Insights"
40:28 "AI-Driven Student Engagement"

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Connect With Our Co-Host:
Dr. JC Bonilla
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcbonilla/
About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
Generation AI is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!
Enrollify is made possible by Element451. Learn more at element451.com.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to the 100th episode of Generation AI, hosted by Ardis Kadiu and Dr. JC Bonilla. In this landmark episode, Ardis and JC dive into the second part of their three-part AI Buyer’s Guide series, helping higher ed leaders and enrollment teams make smarter, more strategic decisions about AI investments. This episode shifts from theory to tactics, offering a step-by-step framework for evaluating AI vendors, mapping tools to real-world use cases, and avoiding the common pitfalls that tank 95% of AI pilot projects. If you're wondering how to buy AI that actually delivers ROI — this is the episode for you.

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Connect With Our Co-Host:
Dr. JC Bonilla
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcbonilla/
About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
Generation AI is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!
Enrollify is made possible by Element451. Learn more at element451.com.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.