AI After 50


🎙️ AI After 50 – Episode #6: Getting Practical with AI & Staying Ahead After 50

Hosts: Mark Tennant & John Paganini
Release Date: December 2, 2025
Length: 19:00 minutes
Theme: AI literacy, tools, prompting, and staying relevant over 50

🎯 Episode Summary

Welcome back to AI After 50! In this episode, host Mark Tennant is joined for the first time by his business partner and co-host, John Paganini, an AI-in-healthcare expert. Together, they set the stage for what’s to come in the series—a weekly, practical deep-dive into AI for professionals 50 and over who want to remain relevant, confident, and employable in a rapidly job market..
They reflect on the goals of the podcast, their journey with AI, and share tips on AI tools, prompting techniques, and why now is the best time to get started. 
From ChatGPT’s 3rd birthday to the newest updates with Google’s Gemini 3 and Nano Banana, Mark & John focus on what really matters for late-career professionals.

🗂️ Chapters
  • Welcome & Mission of AI After 50
  • Meet John Paganini & His AI Focus in Healthcare
  • Why AI is for Every Industry, Not Just Tech
  • What Listeners Can Expect Each Week
  • The Importance of Feedback from the Audience
  • Cutting Through the AI Hype: Real Tools, Real Use Cases
  • Mark & John’s First Encounters with ChatGPT
  • Why the $20/Month for GPT is Still Worth It
  • Exploring Google’s Gemini 3 & Nano Banana
  • How Nano Banana Can Help Prototype Ideas
  • Prompting Tips: How to Get Better Outputs
  • Final Thoughts: Stick With It, Learn as You Go
  • What’s Coming Next + Premium Show Notes Info
💡 Key Takeaways
  • AI isn’t going away—it’s time to learn it. Whether you’re in healthcare, finance, or manufacturing, AI is reshaping every field.
  • Prompting is a skill. You don’t have to be a great writer—AI can help you write better prompts.
  • Gemini 3 and Nano Banana are worth exploring, especially for visual prototyping and idea development.
  • Stick with one AI tool at first and get familiar with how it works—you’ll build confidence faster.
  • AI is not just for coders. The goal is AI literacy, not expertise.
🔗 Mentions & Resources
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John Paganini
A technology strategist, entrepreneur, and AI advocate with a career spanning healthcare, software development, and digital innovation. As the founder of Paguar Informatics and CEO of CrewTracker Software, he has led pioneering efforts in operational efficiency, AI-driven platforms, and industry-focused SaaS solutions. His work bridges technical expertise with practical business impact, helping organizations harness the power of emerging technology. John’s vision is to create sustainable value through purposeful innovation, education, and community leadership.

What is AI After 50?

Created for professionals over 50, 'AI After 50' is your place to start, a place where we'll all learn together.
Join other professionals in their 50s and 60's and discover how to blend your talents with an understanding of AI.
Become that asset within your company, or organization.
'AI Over 50' is not about replacing your decades of experience - it's about making it your competitive advantage.
From saving time to higher earnings, to a renewed confidence, learn alongside other seasoned professionals who see the need for AI literacy for all.
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