Best Human Machine Interaction Podcasts (2025)

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125. Aggression in Dogs with Suzanne Clothier (Archived from the AiD Conference 2022) 51:43

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Send us a text Episode 1 of Series 14: Dog's Days of Summer! This episode was archived from the Aggression in Dogs Conference 2022 Guest Bio: In this first episode, Marika Bell revisits her insightful conversation with Suzanne Clothier from the Aggression in Dogs Conference 2022, focusing on the individualistic approach to dog training and the deep…

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Week in Tech: Hot Maps and AI Judges 38:09

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Is betting on current events the ‘future of news’? This week in the News Roundup, Oz and Karah ask AI if their favorite restaurants are hot or not and why Gen Z is nostalgic for a world without the internet. They also discuss Wimbledon’s new AI judges and how drones are impacting beach days. Plus, we want to hear from you! If you’ve found yourself …

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The Story: Roblox and the ‘Prehistoric Era’ of Gaming w/ David Baszucki 31:21

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David Baszucki is the co-founder and CEO of Roblox, the gaming platform that’s become a digital playground for millions of kids around the world. Baszucki sits down with Oz to talk about how Roblox became one of the most beloved tech platforms for the younger generations, and why he believes gaming is still in its “prehistoric era.” They also dive …

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Cardlytics CEO Amit Gupta - transaction data and commerce media 29:44

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Amit Gupta is the CEO of Cardlytics (NASDAQ: CDLX), a global commerce media platform that powers rewards programs with card-linked offers and enables brands to strengthen customer loyalty. In this episode of World of DaaS, Amit and Auren discuss: How card-linked offers strengthen customer loyalty Identity resolution and retail media Cardlytics' vie…

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TechStuff Classic: The Story of the Sony Walkman 46:08

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This week, we’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes — all about the Sony Walkman. Jonathan Strickland dives into why Time named the portable device number 47 on a list of the 50 most influential gadgets of all time. How did the Walkman become a thing, and what influence has it had on how we experience music? See omnystudio.com/listener for pri…

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The Story: Selfhood in the Digital Age w/ Vauhini Vara 34:33

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Writer and journalist Vauhini Vara has been entangled with the tech world for most of her life — first as a kid in the Seattle suburbs and a college student in the Bay Area, and then as a reporter covering Silicon Valley for The Wall Street Journal. But it wasn’t until she turned to creative writing that Vara began to see just how deeply technology…

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Fabrice Grinda of FJ Labs - diversified portfolios, secondary sales and dinner parties 52:46

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Fabrice Grinda is the co-founder and managing partner of FJ Labs, a venture capital firm that has invested in over 1,200 startups with more than 350 exits, including early investments in Alibaba, Flexport, and Delivery Hero. He previously built and sold three companies as CEO: Aucland (one of Europe's largest auction sites), Zingy (mobile media sta…

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Trailer for Series 14: The Dog's Days of Summer 2:03

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Send us a text Join me and my guest co-host Dog trainer, Kate Lasala, from reimagine look at foundational episodes from series 1. These aren't repeats, they're focused episodes highlighting many of the ways that humans and their canine companions live and learn to thrive together. Support the show Show Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Read the Blog! (Guest profiles…

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Week in Tech: The Music Industry Strikes Back 35:49

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How can you detect AI music? This week in the News Roundup, Oz and Karah unpack the music industry's scramble to build tech that labels AI-generated tracks. And the MIT study that took the internet by storm. On TechSupport, Politico’s Maggie Miller explains how the conflict between Iran and Israel was fought in cyberspace. See omnystudio.com/listen…

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The Story: Big Tech, Small Town w/ Yasmin Green 37:53

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When Yasmin Green joined Google almost two decades ago, she knew she wanted to focus on the complex problems facing humanity in a technological world – from violent extremism to political censorship. As the CEO of Jigsaw, a unit within Google that’s dedicated to understanding global challenges and applying technological solutions, she’s been able t…

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Rabbi David Wolpe - AI, faith, and the future of human connection 37:54

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Rabbi David Wolpe is the emeritus rabbi of Sinai Temple in Los Angeles, one of the largest synagogues in the United States. He is a bestselling author of eight books on faith and spirituality and has been named one of the most influential rabbis in America. In this episode of World of DaaS, David and Auren discuss: AI rabbis and digital therapy Lab…

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Week in Tech: There's No Place Like AI 32:20

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What does Google Search sound like? This week in the News Roundup, Oz explores Google’s new AI-generated audio summaries — and why a simple question like “what’s two plus two?” triggered a two-minute podcast. Then, Wikipedia tried its own AI experiment and faced backlash from editors. On TechSupport, Semafor’s Reed Albergotti recasts Big Tech as ch…

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TechSupport: The Two Sides of Biometric Data w/ Adam Clark Estes 26:44

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Adam Clark Estes is a senior technology correspondent at Vox and the author of the User Friendly newsletter. Estes sits down with Oz to discuss Amazon’s expanding use of palm scanners and what that might mean for the future of healthcare and our biometric data. They also dive into Estes’ months-long experiment of trying about a dozen health tracker…

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124. What Can a Matriarchal Society Teach Us About Sex and Compassion? A Bonobo Perspective with Dr. Lori Gruen (S13) 1:00:34

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Send us a text Episode 8 of the series: Sex and Animals Transcript Dr. Lori Gruen, a philosopher and scholar in animal studies. Join us as to unpack what these primates can teach us about power, intimacy, and societal structures. Guest: Lori Gruen is the William Griffin Professor of Philosophy and Professor of Feminist, Gender, and Sexuality Studie…

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Week in Tech: AI’s Problem Solving Problem 30:16

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What’s inside AI’s black box? This week in the News Roundup, Oz unpacks the uncomfortable truth that even the people building today’s AI models often can’t explain how they work — or why they behave the way they do. But that hasn’t stopped tech companies from pushing colleges and universities to embrace chatbots. On TechSupport, 404 Media’s Jason K…

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The Story: Are the US and China in a Tech War? w/ Jake Sullivan 43:16

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When the Biden administration announced the CHIPS and Science Act back in 2022, it was seen as a pivotal move to boost the US semiconductor industry and maintain America’s leadership in AI development. But the legislation was just one piece of a broader, multi-year strategy to counter China’s AI ambitions — and leading the way was Jake Sullivan, fo…

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Superpower Founder Max Marchione - billionaire health protocols and the future of medicine 53:47

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Max Marchione is the founder and President of Superpower, a digital healthcare platform that recently raised a $30 million Series A to make preventative and personalized medicine accessible to consumers. In this episode of World of DaaS, Max and Auren discuss: Billionaire-level health protocols and testing Why AI will replace expensive doctors Pept…

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Week in Tech: Nintendo Thinks Sideways 42:56

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Did search just get worse? This week in the News Roundup, Oz and Karah discuss how AI is reshaping search engines — for better or worse — and uncover a surprising downside of vibe coding. On TechSupport, journalist and kill switch host Dexter Thomas unpacks the murky early days of Nintendo and the unlikely figure who transformed it into the family-…

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The Story: From Woolly Mice to De-Extinction w/ Ben Lamm 28:38

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Ben Lamm is an entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of Colossal Biosciences. That's the genetic engineering company making headlines for its bold mission – bringing extinct species back to life. From dire wolf pups to woolly mice, Colossal’s breakthroughs have sparked awe and controversy. Lamm sits down with Oz to unpack the science behind de-extin…

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Crunchbase CEO Jager McConnell - predicting acquisitions, value of data, AI 52:21

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Jager McConnell is the CEO of Crunchbase, a leading business intelligence platform for startup and investment data, serving over 80 million users. In this episode of World of DaaS, Jager and Auren discuss: The polarized venture funding landscape Why 'religion' beats 'truth' in data companies Finding defensible moats in the AI era Predicting acquisi…

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123. Are We Turning Marine Mammals into Breeding Machines? with Dr. Lori Marino (S13) 1:00:10

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Send us a text Episode 7 of the series: Sex and Animals Transcript Discover how captivity and artificial breeding programs impact these intelligent creatures' wellbeing and autonomy. Learn about the shift towards ethical practices. Guest: Lori Marino is a neuroscientist who has studied animal behavior, neuroanatomy, and intelligence for over thirty…

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Stability AI Drops AI Composer Tech 7:52

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We analyze what this launch means for the future of creative technologies. We break down the capabilities and creative potential of the model. We dive into how generative AI is enabling new forms of musical expression. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: http…

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Amazon Unveils Smart Automation Breakthrough 11:00

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Discover how these innovations could affect jobs, safety, and efficiency. We uncover the broader implications of AI robotics for global commerce. We uncover the broader implications of AI robotics for global commerce. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: https…

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Neon Joins Databricks in Next-Gen Data Platform 9:25

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Understand the strategic vision that drove Databricks to acquire Neon. Discover how Databricks is expanding its footprint in the AI infrastructure space. We dive into the motivations and implications behind this billion-dollar deal. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle C…

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ChatGPT Gets Powerful Update: Smarter Problem Solving 10:16

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This podcast unpacks the technical edge GPT-4.1 adds to ChatGPT. Understand how this update boosts productivity and accuracy in complex tasks. Hear about real-world applications of GPT-4.1 in education and development. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: http…

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Inside Google’s Future of AI Investing 9:31

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Discover the sectors and technologies this fund aims to support. Discover the sectors and technologies this fund aims to support. We explore Google's latest venture into AI-focused investments. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustl…

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New AI Giant from Royal-Led Tech Launch 8:25

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Discover the vision behind the Crown Prince’s tech ambitions. Hear how this move aligns with Vision 2030 and Saudi innovation goals. We analyze the global implications of this Middle Eastern AI startup. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.co…

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Inside the Trump AI Rewrite: AI Regulation and Chip Strategy 12:50

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This episode investigates the policy battles shaping the future of American AI. We unpack the policy shifts that could impact the tech and creative industries. Understand the motivations behind the administration’s new stance on AI and chips. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my A…

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TechStuff Classic: Big Apps That Flopped 45:09

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Vibecoding is everywhere—and it feels like anyone can launch an app. So we’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes: a look back at some of the biggest apps to crash and burn. Jonathan Strickland dives into the nostalgia—spotlighting programs that once seemed unstoppable, until they weren’t. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Unraveling the Explosive Partnership Reset 9:04

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Discover what’s at stake as two AI giants revisit their deal. Get the inside scoop on the deal that’s drawing headlines in Silicon Valley. Get the inside scoop on the deal that’s drawing headlines in Silicon Valley. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: https:/…

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OpenAI’s Surge vs Google’s Decline Old Guard Tech 9:32

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This episode covers Google’s declining grip on the enterprise AI market. We analyze Google’s recent setbacks and what it means for their enterprise strategy. Explore the business advantages that OpenAI is offering over traditional providers. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI…

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Alibaba Unveils Google with Revolutionary Pricing 10:19

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Hear about the tech specs and market strategies behind ZeroSearch. Hear about the tech specs and market strategies behind ZeroSearch. Learn how ZeroSearch compares in speed, features, and affordability. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.co…

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Utilizing OpenAI for International Financial Strategies 8:03

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This episode uncovers the role of AI in economic development and international finance. Hear from experts on AI's potential in shaping the future of international funding. This podcast looks at the rise of OpenAI as a tool for global diplomatic finance. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafe…

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Amazon Launches Responsive Machine and Machine Learning Coder 9:23

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Amazon’s latest robot is designed to interpret feelings and respond accordingly. Also released: a neural network-based coder that learns and improves. This could reshape how we interact with technology in everyday life. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: htt…

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Anthropic Takes on Google with Bold Smart Search Utility 8:04

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Anthropic's latest development aims to revolutionize how we access information. The API delivers smarter and faster results with machine learning. The competition in AI search is heating up. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/a…

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The Story: The Biggest Hack That Never Happened 41:45

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This is an episode of kill switch – a new podcast about our supercharged technological lives. In this episode, host Dexter Thomas explores the biggest hack you’ve never heard of and how one man saved us from complete disaster. This is the xz utils story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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LiveKit CEO Russ d'Sa - voice AI and the future of human-machine interaction 50:10

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Russ d'Sa is the founder and CEO of LiveKit, the infrastructure company powering real-time voice for OpenAI's ChatGPT, Character.ai, and numerous AI applications. In this episode of World of DaaS, Russ and Auren discuss: The evolution of voice AI Turn detection and conversational dynamics Real-time infrastructure for AI Copilots vs autopilots for t…

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Beta Is Out: Explore AI Box’s Interactive Features 9:56

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Beta Is Out: Explore AI Box’s Interactive Features. This marks a major milestone in our journey to deliver interactive AI experiences. Test out new features and give us your feedback as we build together. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.…

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Anthropic Turns Claude into a Multi-App Assistant 10:40

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Anthropic Turns Claude into a Multi-App Assistant. This new functionality brings automation and transactions into chat. Claude’s expanded integration means more powerful workflows. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about…

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Ethics or PR? OpenAI Slams X.ai Amid Internal Pressure 14:12

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Amid rising internal and external scrutiny, OpenAI is putting pressure on X.ai. Is it a principled stand or a PR tactic? In this episode, we look at both possibilities and how they reflect broader tensions in the AI sector. Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community:…

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122. What Sparks Change in Our View of Animals? PHAIR 2025 with Dr. Matti Wilks and Dr Luke Mcguire 47:55

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Send us a text Special Episode: Psychology for Human Animal Intergroup relations. PHAIR 2025 Register! Transcript Guests: Dr Matti Wilks is a Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at the University of Edinburgh. She completed her PhD at the University of Queensland, Australia, and was a postdoctoral fellow at Princeton and Yale Universities. She…

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Week In Tech: Can A Chatbot Help You Get Closure? 35:44

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Is it still ghosting if the chatbot texts you back? This week in the News Roundup, Oz and Karah discuss the recent changes to Apple’s App Store policies, the future of brain implants, and the plans for AI-powered Netflix ads. On TechSupport, 404 Media’s Sam Cole explains how one startup is using chatbots to help people process being ghosted – and w…

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The Story: Embracing AI and All Life’s Uncertainties w/ David Spiegelhalter 28:16

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Statistician David Spiegelhalter is no stranger to AI – he used it to help him research his recent book and, back in the late 70s, he helped develop foundational algorithms for the tech. So, he understands the pandora’s box that technology can represent, as well as the uncertainty embedded in its future development. Spiegelhalter sits down with Oz …

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How AI Assistants Can Transform Education 28:13

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Malcolm Gladwell visits Kennesaw State University to learn about Jiwoo, an AI Assistant that helps future teachers practice responsive teaching by simulating classroom interactions with students. Discover how AI can enhance teaching methods to prepare teachers for the classroom. This is a paid advertisement from IBM. The conversations on this podca…

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US Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll - modernizing military tech & fixing procurement 46:49

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Dan Driscoll is the current Secretary of the U.S. Army, overseeing a military branch with approximately one million soldiers, 250,000 civilians, and an annual budget of $185 billion. In this episode of World of DaaS, Dan and Auren discuss: The Army Transformation Initiative Rapid defense innovation with Silicon Valley Modernizing obsolete military …

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121. Is the Joy of Sex Common Across Species? with Dr. Jonathan Balcombe (S13) 1:02:26

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Send us a text Episode 6 of the series: Sex and Animals Transcript Dr. Jonathan Balcombe elaborates on the nuanced distinctions between consciousness and sentience, emphasizing that emotions and feelings play crucial roles in animals' daily lives, much like in humans. Guest: Dr. Jonathan Balcombe is a biologist and ethologist whose work has reshape…

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New Season of Smart Talks with IBM Coming Soon 1:03

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Smart Talks with IBM returns Tuesday, May 20th, and this season, we’re really shaking things up. Host Malcolm Gladwell will visit various companies to tell stories of how IBM clients are using artificial intelligence and data to transform the way they do business. This is a paid advertisement from IBM. Visit us at ibm.com/smarttalks See omnystudio.…

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Week in Tech: AI-Induced Psychosis 34:30

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What kind of technology do air traffic controllers use? This week in the News Roundup, Oz and Karah discuss how AI determines your real age, why chatbots can lead to delusions and what to know about a familiar sounding blood-testing startup. On TechSupport, features writer at New York Magazine’s Intelligencer, James D. Walsh, explains how AI-fueled…

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The Story: The World According to SimCity w/ Chaim Gingold 29:19

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Chaim Gingold is a game designer and author of the book Building SimCity: How to Put the World in a Machine, which explores the simulation games created by developer Will Wright. Gingold sits down with Oz to discuss why a computer game about city planning became such a big hit in the ‘90s, the surprising legacy of SimCity, and the deeper cultural a…

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Exiger CEO Brandon Daniels - tariffs, tech, and trade 53:49

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Brandon Daniels is the CEO of Exiger, which provides AI-powered supply chain and third-party risk management solutions to Fortune 500 companies and government agencies. Exiger has annual revenues of over $150 million and received a majority investment by Carlyle, Insight Partners, and JMI Equity for $1.2 billion in 2023. In this episode of World of…