In this episode of the Ideaverse podcast, host Mark Durham speaks with Rajeev Kapur — CEO, author of AI Made Simple and Prompting Made Simple, and advisor to global business leaders — about what it means to implement AI in a practical, responsible, and high-impact way. Rajeev outlines how organizations can drive AI ROI today through targeted pilots, workflow optimization, and AI-augmented teams. He explains the most common mistakes leaders make when prompting, why context outweighs clever phrasing, and what makes storytelling and clarity essential skills in the age of generative AI.The conversation explores leadership philosophy, talent transformation, governance, and the cultural implications of deepfakes and misinformation. Rajeev also highlights his work bringing AI literacy to underserved communities and why curiosity remains the defining trait of successful AI-era leaders. A grounded, forward-looking discussion for executives navigating the intersection of technology, strategy, and human judgment.