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AI First Cast is the leading podcast on AI adoption in business. We host pragmatic conversations with executives from major companies about artificial intelligence, AI investments, and technology development.

Our Hosts

thumb host Felipe Xavier

\ Felipe Xavier

Head de Comunicación, ESG y Branding

Experienced Media and Communications Manager with a proven track record in B2B industries. Skilled in Crisis Communication, Digital Strategy, Media Relations, and Corporate Communications.

thumb host Fred Pericini

\ Fred Pericini

Partner & Co-Founder

Production Engineer graduated from UFSCAR, entrepreneur with over 10 years of experience in Digital Marketing. Former consultant at McKinsey and former Commercial Director at Groupon Brazil and Groupon China.

Listen to the episodes

\EP 25 – Efficiency, Autonomy, and Scale in Reducing Bureaucracy

EP 25 – Efficiency, Autonomy, and Scale in Reducing Bureaucracy - YouTube

In the twenty-fifth episode of AI First Cast, Fred Pericini and Filipe Xavier welcome Lucas Pena, CEO of Pact, for a direct conversation about how Artificial Intelligence is transforming the legal departments of large enterprises.

🎙 AI First Cast is a production by F2F Digital and Gaspers.ai, companies leading the use of AI for strategy, automation, and marketing performance. Now officially sponsored by SoftBank.

\EP 26 – How AI Is Reducing the Cost of English Fluency

With Robson Amorim (BeConfident)

EP 26 – How AI Is Reducing the Cost of English Fluency - YouTube

In the twenty-sixth episode of AI First Cast, Fred Pericini and Filipe Xavier welcome Robson Amorim, CEO and Co-founder of BeConfident, for a direct conversation about how Artificial Intelligence is transforming conversational language learning.

🎙 AI First Cast is a production by F2F Digital and Gaspers.ai, companies leading the use of AI for strategy, automation, and marketing performance. Now officially sponsored by SoftBank.

\EP 24 – Data and AI to drive real efficiency in Marketing

With Marcelo Passos (AlphaGo)

EP 24 – Data and AI to drive real efficiency in Marketing - YouTube

We welcomed Marcelo Passos, CEO of AlphaGo, for a conversation on how to turn data into value in a landscape where technology is increasingly fragmented — and pressure for results keeps growing. Throughout the episode, Marcelo shares AlphaGo’s AI adoption journey, talks about data organization, system integration, efficiency generation, and the challenges of scaling a data-driven startup. A straightforward discussion on how to connect technology, strategy, and real impact for both sides of the business.

\EP 23 – AI at scale at FlixBus

With Edson Lopes (General Manager at FlixBus)

EP 23 – AI at scale at FlixBus - YouTube

We welcomed Edson Lopes, General Manager of FlixBus Brazil, for a conversation about how artificial intelligence is being applied in practice within a globally scaled operation.

Throughout the episode, we discuss where AI is embedded in FlixBus’ operation, real use cases, how the technology improves marketing, pricing, and customer service, and how teams adopt AI internally. Edson also shares his perspective on what the end customer actually perceives from AI usage, the challenges of cultural adoption, and practical advice for companies beginning their AI journey.

\EP 22 – How AI is changing the consulting game

With Flávio Pies (Co-founder at Mondoré)

EP 22 – How AI is changing the consulting game - YouTube EP 22 – How AI is changing the consulting game - YouTube

We welcomed Flávio Pies, co-founder of Mondoré, for an honest conversation about how artificial intelligence is transforming the consulting market — from strategy to behind-the-scenes operations — across companies of all sizes.

In this episode, we talk about AI’s impact on the traditional consulting model, the real challenges of working with data in practice, how to use technology efficiently (not just as buzzwords), and personal cases shared by Flávio about real-world applications in daily operations.

\EP 21 – The challenges of small businesses in the AI era

With Tiago Lippi (Director of Data Analytics & AI at Conta Azul)

EP 21 – The challenges of small businesses in the AI era - YouTube

We welcomed Tiago Lippi, Director of Data Analytics & AI at Conta Azul, for a conversation about the real challenges of adopting artificial intelligence in small and medium-sized businesses.

We discuss AI’s impact on marketing, retention, and new business generation, as well as what could become the “product of the future” for SMEs in an increasingly data-driven world.

\EP 20 – AI and the future of the financial market

With Ricardo Raposo (VP of Data & Analytics at Equifax)

EP 20 – AI and the future of the financial market - YouTube

We welcomed Ricardo Raposo, VP of Data & Analytics at Equifax, for a conversation about the impact of artificial intelligence on the financial market.

Topics include the role of ethics and governance in AI, how technology is transforming fraud prevention, and how AI is reshaping decision-making processes within organizations.

\EP 19 – Artificial Intelligence and the Leadership of the Future

With Reynaldo Gama (HSM | Singularity Brazil)

EP 19 – Artificial Intelligence and the Leadership of the Future - YouTube

We welcomed Reynaldo Gama, CEO at HSM and Singularity Brazil, for a strategic conversation about the real impact of artificial intelligence on organizations and the evolving role of leadership in this transformation.

Reynaldo shares insights on how AI is redefining the market, the skills required of executives, and the challenges of building more adaptive, creative, and data-driven organizations.

\EP 18 – Artificial Intelligence and Hyper-Personalization

With Isabella Micalli (Director of Solutions Engineering at Salesforce)

EP 18 – Artificial Intelligence and Hyper-Personalization - YouTube

We welcomed Isabella Micalli, Director of Solutions Engineering at Salesforce, for a conversation about the role of data in artificial intelligence and the evolution of hyper-personalization in companies.

The episode explores how organizations are using data and AI to deliver more relevant, scalable, and personalized experiences.

\EP 17 – Artificial Intelligence at LinkedIn

With Milton Beck (Managing Director of LinkedIn for Latin America & Africa)

EP 17 – Artificial Intelligence at LinkedIn - YouTube

We welcomed Milton Beck, Managing Director of LinkedIn for Latin America and Africa, for a revealing conversation about the impact of artificial intelligence on the world’s largest professional network.

With over 1.2 billion global users — including 85 million in Brazil and 10,000 new profiles created daily — LinkedIn is at the forefront of digital transformation driven by AI.

\EP 16 – AI and the future of education and business

With Léo Queiroz (VP of Marketing and Growth at Cruzeiro do Sul Group)

EP 16 – AI and the future of education and business - YouTube

Fred Pericini and Filipe Xavier welcomed Léo Queiroz, Vice President of Growth, Marketing, and Sales at Cruzeiro do Sul Group.

The conversation explores how artificial intelligence is transforming education — from supporting teachers and students to reshaping learning experiences and driving impact in marketing and sales.

\EP 15 – Leadership in AI adoption

With Fred Pericini and Filipe Xavier

EP 15 – Leadership in AI adoption - YouTube

In this episode, Fred Pericini and Filipe Xavier open the table for an honest conversation about the key insights from previous episodes.

They discuss how leaders are approaching AI implementation, adoption challenges, real operational gains, and future perspectives for artificial intelligence in organizations.

\EP 14 – Best insights on AI, business, and technology

Special AI First Cast Episode – With all guests

EP 14 – Best insights on AI, business, and technology - YouTube

In this special episode, Fred Pericini and Filipe Xavier celebrate over 5,000 subscribers by gathering the most impactful moments from several AI First Cast conversations.

A curated compilation highlighting key opinions on artificial intelligence in marketing, operations, leadership, and the challenges of successful implementation.

\EP 13 – AI as a driver of efficiency and leadership

With Denis Ferreira (CEO at Alares)

EP 13 – AI as a driver of efficiency and leadership - YouTube

Fred Pericini and Filipe Xavier welcomed Denis Ferreira, CEO at Alares, for a direct conversation about applying artificial intelligence to operations and leadership in a multi-sector group.

Denis shares how Alares uses AI to organize data, boost productivity, support decision-making, and prepare leaders for a new growth cycle driven by technology and information.

\EP 12 – Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Advertising

With Ciro Hashimoto (Abril)

14/07/2025
EP 12 – Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Advertising - YouTube

Ciro Hashimoto, Advertising Director at Abril, shares behind-the-scenes insights into the digital transformation of one of Brazil’s largest publishing groups.

With data, AI, and quality journalism, Abril is increasing campaign performance and delivering more relevant audience experiences.

14/07/2025
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\EP 11 – Sustainability, AI, and the Future of Organizations

With Ana Laura Oliveira (Braskem)

30/06/2025
EP 11 – Sustainability, AI, and the Future of Organizations - YouTube

Fred Pericini and Filipe Xavier welcomed Ana Laura Oliveira, Innovation and Digital Experience Manager at Braskem, for a conversation about how one of the world’s largest petrochemical companies applies AI across sustainability, marketing, and operations.

30/06/2025
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\EP 10 – Cost reduction, productivity, and the future of companies

With Marcelo Ciasca (Stefanini Brazil)

09/06/2025
EP 10 – Cost reduction, productivity, and the future of companies - YouTube

Marcelo Ciasca, CEO of Stefanini Brazil, shares real cases and practical lessons on how large enterprises are applying artificial intelligence to generate business impact.

From automating legal processes in banks — achieving productivity gains of up to 75% — to transforming industrial operations, this episode shows that AI is about results, not trends.

09/06/2025
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\EP 9 – Customer Experience and the Future of Intelligent Agents

With Fábio Mori (Loja do Mecânico)

26/05/2025
EP 9 – Customer Experience and the Future of Intelligent Agents - YouTube

Fábio Mori, Chief Digital Marketing Officer at Loja do Mecânico, shares how the company is integrating Artificial Intelligence into its operations and customer relationships.

We discuss the importance of data architecture for AI efficiency, the cultural challenges of adopting new technologies, and the bets on the future of personalization, conversion, and operational efficiency with intelligent agents.

26/05/2025
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\EP 8 – AI at Smart Fit: personalization, service, and growth

With Alexandre Gregianin (Smart Fit)

12/05/2025
EP 8 – AI at Smart Fit: personalization, service, and growth - YouTube

Alexandre Gregianin, CTO at Smart Fit, shares how the company uses artificial intelligence to scale results in one of the most challenging industries: fitness.

We explore AI applications in workout personalization, chatbot-based service, customer acquisition, and the future of technology in large-scale operations.

12/05/2025
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\EP 7 – AI in enterprise adoption, multi-agents, and growth

With Carlos Morais (Globant)

28/04/2025
EP 7 – AI in enterprise adoption, multi-agents, and growth - YouTube

Carlos Morais, Brazil Managing Director at Globant, reveals how the company is driving AI adoption across industries.

We discuss AI-driven growth, intelligent agent implementation, and why organizations must embrace this technological transformation.

28/04/2025
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\EP 6 – AI in organizational structure, finance, and growth

With Vítor Amendola (Avvale)

14/04/2025
EP 6 – AI in organizational structure, finance, and growth - YouTube

Vítor Amendola, CEO Brazil at Avvale, explores how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing organizational management, predictive cash flow analysis, and information security.

14/04/2025
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\EP 5 – AI, competitive advantage, and entrepreneurship

With Santiago Fossati (KASZEK)

31/03/2025
EP 5 – AI, competitive advantage, and entrepreneurship - YouTube

Santiago Fossati, partner at KASZEK, discusses where the biggest AI opportunities lie and how to incorporate artificial intelligence into long-term business strategy.

31/03/2025
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\EP 4 – A marketing campaign 100% built with AI

With Loana Esteves (Alares)

17/03/2025
EP 4 – A marketing campaign 100% built with AI - YouTube

Loana Esteves, Marketing and Branding Manager at Alares, shares how artificial intelligence is transforming digital marketing, creative production, and automation.

17/03/2025
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\EP 3 – What it takes to build proprietary AI

With Marcellus Amadeus (AMADEUS*AI)

05/03/2025
EP 3 – What it takes to build proprietary AI - YouTube

Marcellus Amadeus, CTO at AMADEUS AI, discusses how Brazilian deep tech is reshaping the market with proprietary AI models, covering strategy, security, costs, and optimization.

05/03/2025
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\EP 2 – AI: evolution, applications, and the future of work

17/02/2025
EP 2 – AI: evolution, applications, and the future of work - YouTube

A conversation about how AI has evolved, its impact on creativity, productivity, automation, and its role in transforming multiple industries.

17/02/2025
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\EP 1 – AI and investments: opportunities in Latin America

With Eduardo Vieira (SoftBank)

03/02/2025
EP 1 – AI and investments: opportunities in Latin America - YouTube

Eduardo Vieira, CMO at SoftBank Brazil, discusses AI-first startups, investment criteria, and the future of AI strategy in Latin America.

03/02/2025
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