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Where experts, creators, and change makers discuss how AI is reshaping how we work, live, and connect. Unscripted. Unfiltered. Unhyped. Your digital evolution starts now.

Want to dig into AI without fluff? Join me on The Chris Hood Show to unpack a timely AI story each recording. You bring one news link. I bring one. We pressure test ideas, challenge assumptions, and deliver steps leaders can use. Come curious, bring evidence, and speak plainly. No pitches. We add links in the notes. If you want to think in public and help people act today, you are in the right place.

Please Note: Due to the high volume of guest applications we receive, we can only select a limited number of guests who closely align with our show’s focus and format. We appreciate every application and apologize in advance that not everyone will be selected.

Recording Times: We only record during specific times each week in the PST (Los Angeles) time zone. We apologize to those outside this window. If these times do not work for you, please refrain from submitting an application.

Additional Frequently Asked Questions can be found at the bottom of this page.

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Show Topics [Please Read]

We focus on timely AI stories with real-world impact. No preset topics, we choose what to discuss a few days before recording to keep conversations practical, unscripted, and solution-oriented.

Format for Every Episode:

Your news story (5-10 minutes)
Open discussion with actionable takeaways (30+ minutes)

How to Prepare: The day before recording, you'll share your selected story. We'll review over email, and at the start of the recording session. Come ready to challenge assumptions. Focus on delivering one clear, actionable takeaway for listeners.

Your Story Suggestion: Please provide a link to an AI story you'd like to discuss below. This helps us understand your interests and perspective, though it doesn't guarantee we'll cover this specific story.

Your Unique AI Perspective: Share something you think about AI that might be different, unexpected, or worth exploring. This could be an insight from your work, a concern you have, an opportunity you see, or simply a perspective you don't hear discussed often. What's your unique take on how AI is impacting the world?

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I consent to the audio recording of my interview and grant The Chris Hood Digital Show the right to use the recording for marketing, promotional, or business purposes. I understand and acknowledge that participation in the recording does not guarantee its publication or that the episode will go live. All decisions regarding the release and distribution of the episode are at the sole discretion of The Chris Hood Digital Show.

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I understand that being recorded as a guest does not guarantee publication. The podcast team reserves the right to decide whether or not to release any episode or recording.

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Frequently Asked Questions.

How competitive is guest selection? We receive a large number of guest applications and can only select those who closely align with our show’s focus, format, and audience needs. While we appreciate every application, not everyone will be selected for the show.

What topics fit the show? The Chris Hood Show focuses on practical AI strategy, real-world adoption, and governance. Expect discussions on agentic workflows, safety, ethics, and timely stories from current news cycles. We prioritize actionable insights over theoretical speculation.

Is self-promotion allowed? This isn’t a traditional promotional platform. Introduce your work only when it clarifies the discussion topic. You’ll have a brief moment at the end to share how people can connect with you, and links go in the show notes.

Is there a screening process? Yes. Before recording, we host a short screening call to ensure fit for the show. This includes mic checks, video checks, and topic approval.

How long is the recording? Plan for a 30-minute conversation. We reserve 60 minutes total for technical setup and wrap-up.

How should I prepare? Bring one current AI news story and a clear point of view on why it matters. Focus on providing one actionable takeaway listeners can apply. Review recent episodes to understand our conversational style.

What’s the format like? Unscripted, unfiltered conversations focused on solving real problems. The show is primarily audio with video recording for occasional clip sharing. Expect a natural dialogue, not a formal interview. We do not provide questions ahead of time.

What equipment do I need?

External microphone (USB or XLR with interface)
Headphones or earbuds
Stable internet connection / No WiFi connections
Chrome or Safari browser

What should my space be like?

A clean / presentable background. Something you’re ok with being seen on YouTube.
A quite space, indoors, limited distractions.

How do we schedule the recording? After submitting the guest form, we will reach out. Approved guests receive a calendar link to book their preferred time slot.

What are your recording time slots? We have limited time openings for recording episodes and operate in Pacific Standard Time out of Los Angeles. Unfortunately, if our schedule doesn’t have an available time slot that works for you, we’re unable to add new time slots at this time.

Do you edit the recordings? No, we don’t edit recordings. The exception is if there’s a critical technical problem or major goof that needs to be removed. We’re committed to producing unfiltered and unscripted conversations about AI, so what you hear is what we recorded.

What about rights and release? By participating, you grant permission to publish the episode across all platforms (podcast apps, YouTube, website). We’ll send you promotional assets after the episode releases.

When will my episode air? Episodes typically publish within a few days of recording, depending on our production schedule and timeliness of the topic.