Have you ever visualized a world where machines chat, crunch huge piles of info, and even make art just like humans? No, Right. That is what has happened with Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the recent 1-2 years, and for lots of us including me, it’s gone from sci-fi to real-up everything we do. And It is growing fast each day, with the power to change every aspect of our lives.
But if you’re an AI lover, where do you start? That’s the most important question. As technical guides on coding and machine learning are honestly helpful, but it might feel like a lot as you are just getting your legs into it. And in some weeks you might end up dropping your Idea to learn AI.
No need to worry on this part! As this guide by Creativesthan (me) checks out some of the best YouTube channels just for AI fans. These channels have cool chats about AI, talk about the newest stuff and tools, and explain tricky ideas in a fun and easy way.
Here are the 5 best YouTube Channels to learn about AI:
- The Artificial Intelligence Channel
- Two Minute Papers
- 3Blue1Brown
- Yannic Kilcher
- The AI Podcast
The Artificial Intelligence Channel
This channel is especially for those who like thinking about the future, The Artificial Intelligence Channel is all about AI’s cool possibilities. Host Lex Fridman, a big brain from MIT, chats with smart people in AI, robots, and other stuff (machine learning). They talk about things like robots, whether AI is good or bad, and how it changes how we live.
Stats: Close to 3.9 million subscribers, and their videos get millions of views.
Source: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lexfridman
Two Minute Papers
And If you are a fan of short content, then you must check out Two Minute Papers. This channel shrinks big research ideas from the greatest minds into short, fun videos. Danny Hernandez, the smart guy running the show, makes sure you stay in the loop with AI’s latest buzz in just a few minutes.
Stats: More than 1.5 million people subscribes, and their videos get hundreds of thousands of views.
Source: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbfYPyITQ-7l4upoX8nvctg
3Blue1Brown
Do you also think that learning AI is not your cup of tea? If, yes then you must see 3Blue1Brown‘s content. It’s a channel that makes tough math problems super easy with stunning animations. Grant Sanderson, the genius behind it all, uses his creative skills to explain things like neural networks, machine learning, and AI creativity. It is informative and fun at the same time!
Stats: Has more than 6 million subscribers, and videos often get over a million views.
Source: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYO_jab_esuFRV4b17AJtAw/playlists
Yannic Kilcher
Are you into art, music, or writing and curious about how AI fits into the picture? Check out Yannic Kilcher‘s channel. He talks about how AI is changing creative stuff, like making music, art, poems, and scripts. Yannic shows us how AI can help us be more creative, which might get you thinking about all sorts of cool ideas.
Stats: More than 200,000 people subscribers and the videos get tens of thousands of views.
Source: YouTube Channel – Yannick Ilcher
The AI Podcast
And for those who love to listen to deep talks with AI experts, you must check out The AI Podcast channel. Hosted by famous AI researcher Lex Fridman (yeah, the one from The Artificial Intelligence Channel), it is all about interviews with smart people who are making and shaping the future of AI.
Stats: Nearly 4 million subscribers and each episode usually gets over 500,000 views.
Source: YouTube Channel – The AI Podcast
Keeping Up with the Latest
This list is just the beginning of the awesome AI content out there on YouTube. Remember, things change fast in this field, so don’t be afraid to look for new channels that catch your eye.
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At Creativesthan, I (Saransh) love AI as much as you do. I write blog posts that are easy to understand and keep you in the loop with the latest AI news and tools. If you need a source to learn about AI you can check out my stuff!
By the way what aspect of AI are you most excited to explore as it continues to grow and change?
Conclusion
Watching these channels in your daily routine, will help you to learn more about AI, how it can change our lives, and the important ethical stuff. So, what are you waiting for? Open your YouTube and binge-watch these channels as you are watching your favorite web series or movie.
What are some of your favorite YouTube channels for learning about AI? Share your recommendations in the comments below!
