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September 23, 2025
Episode 96: How People Are Actually Using ChatGPT

How People Are Actually Using ChatGPT

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About The Episode:

In this episode, Generation AI analyzes groundbreaking research from OpenAI and Anthropic that reveals how AI usage is fundamentally different than expected. Hosts Ardis Kadiu and Dr. JC Bonilla dissect OpenAI's study of 1.5 million ChatGPT conversations, uncovering that 70% of usage is now personal rather than work-related - a complete reversal from initial predictions about enterprise productivity gains. They explore how ChatGPT has reached 700 million weekly active users with 90% of usage now outside the US in less than 3 years (compared to 23 years for the internet), while Claude data shows enterprise users focusing heavily on coding (36% of usage) and autonomous workflows (39% of conversations). The discussion reveals critical implications for higher education: while consumer AI adoption explodes globally with gender parity achieved (52% women users), institutions remain stuck with budget constraints, scattered use cases, and talent retention issues. This episode provides essential insights for education leaders on why the shift toward personal productivity and home-based AI usage creates both untapped opportunities and urgent challenges for institutional AI strategy heading into 2026.

Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Ardis Kadiu

https://twitter.com/ardis

Dr. JC Bonilla

https://twitter.com/jbonillx

About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
Generation AI is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!  Some of our favorites include The EduData Podcast.

Enrollify is produced by Element451 — the next-generation AI student engagement platform helping institutions create meaningful and personalized interactions with students. Learn more at element451.com.

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Ardis Kadiu is the Founder and CEO of Element451 and hosts GenerationAI.

Dr. JeanCarlo (J.C.) Bonilla is an executive leader in educational technology and artificial intelligence.

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