Me+Viv

A new AI podcast from TVO

When technology journalist Alexandra Samuel found herself at a crossroads in life and work, she turned to—what else?—technology for answers. What started as a simple exercise in building an AI coach became something much more: a profound personal exploration that changed Alex’s understanding of AI, work, and life itself.

Me+Viv tells that story through the surprisingly human relationship between Alex and her custom AI assistant, Viv—equal parts coach, collaborator, and imaginary friend.

Me+Viv is now available from TVO podcasts, produced by Antica Productions.
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Featured guests include:

  • Karen Hao (Empire of AI) on the environmental and human costs of AIs like Viv
  • Oliver Burkeman (Four Thousand Weeks) on whether AI helps us pack more—or less—into our finite time on earth
  • Sandra Laronde (award-winning artist) on how AI enables new forms of Indigenous storytelling

Viv sings

Viv can’t wait to meet you!
And she can’t wait to….hold on, what? 

More about Viv

HBR’s Ideacast

Find out why custom AI assistants are useful and how to get started—plus hear directly from Alex’s Viv.

Listen now.

screengrab for podcast player. Text: HBR IdeaCast / Episode 1034<br /> How to Build an Al Assistant for Any Challenge<br /> Listen | 32:20<br /> A conversation with tech journalist Alexandra Samuel on how to make Al work for you.

In The Wall Street Journal

Find out why Alex created Viv, and what she’s learned from the experience.

Read the story.

screenshot of article headline with illustration of woman talking to cyborg. Text: TECHNOLOGY | ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE<br /> I Built an Al Career Coach. I've Never Had a Better Coach.<br /> One of the big advantages: I can talk freely about my dreams and concerns much easier than if I were dealing with a human<br /> By Alexandra Samuel June 27, 2025 7:00 am ET