{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Prompt Like a Pro with Tris Hussey","description":"\u201cCuriosity is what keeps me moving forward.\u201d What happens when a former scientist becomes Canada\u2019s first pro blogger, publishes four books, and now builds custom AI marketing tools for fun? In this episode, I talk with Tris Hussey about curiosity, content, and building a life around technology that empowers people. This episode is sponsored by my new book BRANDJITSU, helping you find, shape, and share your story with the world. In This Episode In this episode, Michael Dargie talks with Tris Hussey, a lifelong technologist, educator, author, and self-described curiosity-driven geek. Based in Chilliwack, BC, Tris has worn many hats: paleontology-obsessed kid, research scientist, blogger, podcaster, marketing strategist, university instructor, and now an AI-enabled marketer. Tris shares how his career evolved from studying fossilized pollen and running labs at Duke University, to becoming Canada\u2019s first professional blogger in 2003. He eventually authored four books\u2014including WordPress Absolute Beginner\u2019s Guide\u2014and made it his mission to democratize technology for everyone. He opens up about the joy of teaching, writing overly long prompts, and helping small businesses understand and use AI without fear. He calls it \u201cvibe coding\u201d\u2014rapid prototyping powered by curiosity. Tris doesn\u2019t just talk tech; he lives it. From building tools with his 10-year-old daughter to analyzing podcast data with custom Python scripts, he\u2019s all in. The conversation moves from page builders and WordPress bloat to LEGO, Solitaire, and building a substack called \u201cGenerally AI.\u201d Through it all, Tris keeps coming back to one idea: learning is the most important skill we\u2019ve got\u2014and it\u2019s never too late to start. His advice for rebels in waiting? Stay curious. Stay learning. And if you don\u2019t know how to do something, just ask one question at a time. Quoteable Quotes \u201cEveryone should be able to use technology. It shouldn\u2019t be hard.\u201d \u2014 Tris Hussey \u201cIf you want better prompts, have the AI write your prompt for you.\u201d \u2014 Tris Hussey \u201cJust learn more.\u201d \u2014 Tris Hussey \u201cJust fine doesn\u2019t have to be less than.\u201d \u2014 Michael Dargie \u201cCuriosity is what keeps me moving forward.\u201d \u2014 Tris Hussey Episode Highlights Corn vs Tabor | Chilliwack pride and Bookman trivia Canada\u2019s First Blogger | From science to blogging in 2003 Pollen and Oil | His academic roots in palynology Lab Coats & Fume Hoods | Why he left research for tech Blogging for Business | Before content marketing was a thing Teaching Tech | Making tools accessible to everyone The Worst Book | Foursquare in 10 Minutes\u2014glad it was paid up front Best Work | Democratizing WordPress for beginners AI Marketing | Solving brand and content problems with AI Vibe Coding | Building tools with ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini Prompt Structure | RACE and Casino models for better AI output Learning by Challenge | Why problem-solving is his teaching method Solitaire & ADHD | How it helps him focus during calls LEGO & Cooking | What fills Tris\u2019s creative tank Teaching AI to Kids | Helping families learn AI the right way Advice to Rebels | Stay curious, ask questions, and just keep learning Links From Episode Tris Hussey Website (https:\/\/www.trishussey.com\/) Tris on Facebook (https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/trishussey\/) Get Your Copy of Michael's Book: "BrandJitsu\u2122: Move Your Brand From 'Meh' To Memorable" Indigo | Barnes & Noble | MichaelDargie.com ","author_name":"The RebelRebel Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/www.therebelrebelpodcast.com","html":"