AI Lab Unfiltered

Everyone’s talking about AI—but almost no one is implementing it well.
In this brutally honest episode of Brand in the Making, we sit down with Ian Miller, founder of AI consultancy FittedCloud and former AWS AI lead, to unpack why most enterprise AI projects crash and burn—and what smart teams do differently.
From tech stack disasters to leadership blind spots, Ian breaks down:
  • The top 3 reasons AI projects fail (and how to fix them)
  • Why your data pipeline matters more than your LLM choice
  • How to get alignment between engineers, execs, and end-users
  • What it takes to build AI maturity inside legacy orgs
  • The real role of AWS, cloud infrastructure, and GPU bottlenecks in today’s AI economy
🎯 “AI is the easy part. The hard part is getting your people to use it.”
Whether you’re a CTO, founder, data leader, or just trying to navigate the hype, this episode is your blueprint for turning AI vision into business value.

Chapters

(00:00) Introduction to AI in Biotech
(02:03) Dr. Ian Miller's Journey in Biotech
(08:07) The Evolution of Computational Biology
(10:22) Generative AI in Drug Discovery
(13:01) Drug Repurposing and Its Potential
(18:32) Understanding MLOps in Biotech
(24:35) Evolving Models and MLOps
(30:28) China's Innovation Landscape
(36:01) The Impact of Research Funding
(37:04) Universal Basic Income and Job Displacement
(44:05) The Future of AI and Software Development

Creators and Guests

Host
Drew Veach
Drew Veach is the Senior Account Manager at BizStream, co-lead of West Michigan AI Lab, and co-host of AI Lab Unfiltered. He helps organizations build better brand experiences and apply AI to drive innovation and productivity.
Host
Pete Terryn
Pete Terryn is the Director of Operations at NuWave Technology Partners, co-founder of West Michigan AI Lab, and co-host of AI Lab Unfiltered. He helps organizations understand and apply AI to drive growth, innovation, and productivity.
Guest
Ian Miller
Ben Jacques is Director of AI Strategy at Mutually Human, advancing ML, computer vision, IoT, and cloud solutions.

What is AI Lab Unfiltered?

The AI Lab Podcast is your gateway to the dynamic world of artificial intelligence, where innovation meets application. Each episode dives deep into the latest AI technologies, tools, and real-world use cases, providing practical insights for professionals, enthusiasts, and beginners alike. From groundbreaking advancements to ethical considerations, we explore how AI is reshaping industries, improving workflows, and solving global challenges. Hosted by experts passionate about making AI accessible, the podcast fosters a vibrant community of listeners eager to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.