🚀 Welcome to The Caregiver Crisis Initiative Podcast The home care industry is facing its biggest challenge yet. With skyrocketing caregiver shortages and growing client demands, traditional approaches are failing. The Caregiver Crisis Initiative brings you proven solutions and innovative strategies to not just survive—but thrive. 💡 What You'll Discover: ✔ How to scale your agency without hiring more staff ✔ Technology solutions that provide 24/7 coverage affordably ✔ Strategies to increase ...
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Rx: A Rescue Dog Trained for You Two crises. One overlooked solution. 60 million Americans struggle with mental health. 340,000 rescue dogs are euthanized every year. Both systems are overburdened, underperforming, and wildly expensive. What if dogs—trained, matched, and integrated through Social Prescriptions—could help solve both? The TH-CA Podcast explores how trained rescue dogs are a cost-effective, scalable, organic mental health intervention hiding in plain sight. These dogs aren’t ju ...
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The AI in Business Podcast is for non-technical business leaders who need to find AI opportunities, align AI capabilities with strategy, and deliver ROI. Each week, Emerj AI Research CEO Daniel Faggella and team interview top AI executives from Fortune 2000 firms and unicorn startups - uncovering trends, use-cases, and best practices for practical AI adoption. Visit our advertising page to learn more about reaching our executive audience of Fortune 2000 AI adopters: https://emerj.com/advertise
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Building Readiness for AI Agents in Healthcare Systems - with Raheel Retiwalla of Productive Edge
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33:22Today’s guest is Raheel Retiwalla, Chief Strategy Officer at Productive Edge — a digital transformation consultancy focused on healthcare. Productive Edge works with payers, providers, and health tech firms to leverage AI, data, and modern platforms to streamline operations, cut costs, and improve outcomes. With two decades of experience in digital…
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Send us a text We explore the economic challenges of traditional home care and how AI technology is emerging as a potential solution to make support more accessible. The current system puts care out of reach for 94% of seniors with costs around $30,000 annually, creating a major barrier for those who want to age in place. • Traditional home care us…
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How Responsible AI is Shaping the Future of Banking and Finance - with Shub Agarwal of U.S. Bank and USC
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21:28On today’s episode, we’re joined by Shub Agarwal, author of Successful AI Product Creation: A 9-Step Framework available from Wiley and a professor of the University of Southern California teaching AI and Generative AI product management to graduate students. He is also Senior Vice President of Product Management for AI and Generative AI at U.S. Ba…
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Rapid Deployment Without Capital Investment For Health Tech
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5:13Send us a text Traditional healthcare technology acquisition requires massive upfront capital investment that puts innovation out of reach for many practices, while subscription models are transforming access by eliminating these barriers. • Conventional tech adoption can cost hundreds of thousands in upfront expenses for software licenses, hardwar…
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Activating Healthcare Reimbursement Pathways
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4:36Send us a text Healthcare is experiencing a seismic shift, and we're pulling back the curtain on one of its most significant transformations: how providers get paid. The traditional fee-for-service model—where compensation happens only during office visits—is giving way to something far more revolutionary. Medicare's Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM)…
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The Mental Health Shift Everyone’s Talking About: Why Social Prescriptions Are Going Global
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37:42Send a Direct Message to Stacie In this fired-up episode, Stacie dives into the incredible world of Social Prescribing—a powerful, doctor-backed movement in over 30 countries that’s already changing lives by prescribing community, connection, and non-medical solutions like gardening, hiking, and with our help...rescue dogs trained for a person's sp…
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Send us a text We dive into the critical healthcare challenge of maintaining patient engagement between visits and how it leads to missed appointments and preventable ER visits that strain the entire system financially and operationally. • Root causes include practical barriers like transportation issues, simple forgetfulness, symptom uncertainty, …
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Send us a text The traditional home care growth model is hitting a wall. With a staggering seven clients for every available caregiver—projected to reach 12:1 by 2030—agencies simply can't hire fast enough to meet soaring demand. This fundamental challenge requires a completely different approach, which we explore in depth. Welcome to our deep dive…
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Send us a text The digital healthcare revolution creates a significant divide as tech-savvy patients gain easier access while vulnerable populations face barriers. Voice-based solutions like Addison Care are bridging this gap by adapting to patients instead of forcing patients to adapt to technology. • Digital health tools often exclude older adult…
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Send us a text Ready to break through the growth ceiling in your home care agency? We're diving deep into how technology is transforming the home care industry, creating pathways to solve your most pressing challenges without adding more staff or burning out your team. Staffing shortages and caregiver turnover rates keep many agency owners awake at…
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Send us a text Modern healthcare faces a critical gap that affects millions living with chronic conditions—what happens between doctor appointments? Our fascinating deep dive reveals how AI-driven care systems are fundamentally transforming chronic disease management by providing what traditional healthcare cannot: consistent daily support. For con…
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Driving Multi-Modal Retail and Healthcare CX - with Brett Kiley of CVS Health
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18:38In this episode of the AI in Business Podcast, Brett Kiley, Executive Director of Customer Experience and Client Solutions at CVS Health, joins us for a compelling discussion on the evolving landscape of customer interactions. With over two decades of experience, Brett shares how CVS navigates the challenges of personalization, efficiency, and seam…
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Send us a text We examine how virtual care technology is addressing the nationwide caregiver shortage crisis while 10,000 Americans turn 65 daily and chronic conditions affect nearly half the population. • Task differentiation strategy divides responsibilities between human caregivers and technology • AddisonCare handles routine tasks like medicati…
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Why Electronic Caregiver Is a Good Fit For Healthcare & Care Agencies
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11:22Send us a text Healthcare's most pressing challenges demand innovative solutions that don't just address symptoms but transform how care is delivered. Addison Care emerges as a fascinating case study in leveraging AI to create what healthcare expert Sarah Chen calls "leverage" in care delivery - automating routine tasks so clinical teams can focus …
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Solving the Caregiver Shortage: Scaling Home Care Without Adding Staff with Electronic Caregiver
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11:39Send us a text The caregiver shortage has reached crisis proportions across America, with over 450,000 unfilled positions nationwide while 10,000 people turn 65 daily. How can your agency possibly keep up with escalating demand when finding and retaining qualified caregivers feels increasingly impossible? We dive deep into AddisonCare, a virtual ca…
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Global AI Regulations and Their Impact on Industry Leaders - with Micheal Berger of Munich Re
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21:01Today’s guest is Michael Berger, Head of Insure AI at Munich Re. Michael returns to the Emerj podcast platform to discuss the impact of legislation such as the EU AI Act on the insurance industry and broader AI adoption. Our conversation covers how regulatory approaches differ between the United States and the European Union, highlighting the risk-…
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Rx: One Dog, Daily – The Rise of Social Prescriptions
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16:30Send a Direct Message to Stacie What if your next prescription didn’t come from a pharmacy—but from a shelter? In this eye-opening episode, host Stacie explores the global rise of social prescriptions, a revolutionary shift in healthcare that trades pills for purpose. From the UK’s National Health Service to community health programs around the wor…
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GenAI Efficiencies in Manufacturing, Smart Farming, and Beyond - with Steffen Hoffmann of Bosch
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21:56Today’s guest is Steffen Hoffmann, Managing Director of Bosch UK. Steffen joins the podcast to discuss how Bosch is leveraging AI across industries, from precision agriculture to HR automation and manufacturing quality control. Throughout our conversation, Hoffmann gives a revealing insight into how Bosch’s AI-driven black grass detection system is…
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Breaking Tech Barriers for Seniors with Carevocacy
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How AI is Transforming Asset & Wealth Management From Data to Decisions - with Paul Ronan of FE fundinfo
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33:52Today’s guest is Paul Ronan, Chief Technology Officer at FE fundinfo. FE fundinfo is a leading financial data company connecting the investment industry in the UK, Europe, and Asia Pacific through a single integrated platform. With over 30 years of expertise, FE fundinfo empowers asset and wealth managers to streamline operations, improve client ou…
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HOW TO HELP SENIORS STAY INDEPENDENT WITHOUT CONSTANT SUPERVISION
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Breaking Down AI’s Role in Genomics and Polygenic Risk Prediction - with Dan Elton of the National Human Genome Research Institute
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20:03Today’s guest is Dan Elton, a Staff Scientist at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Dan returns to the program to explore how AI is advancing genetic research, from protein engineering to gene editing and risk prediction. One of the most significant breakthroughs in this space is AlphaFo…
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Harnessing Spending Power in the Aging Industry
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Marketing to Seniors: Breaking Through the Noise
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De-Identified Data and AI Adoption in Healthcare - with Ben Webster of NLP Logix
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20:16Today’s guest is Ben Webster, VP of AI Solutions at NLP Logix. NLP Logix is a fast-growing AI services firm based in Florida that serves both the public and private sectors. Ben returns to the program to explore the complexities of de-identifying patient data for AI-driven healthcare applications. Hospital chains are increasingly leveraging first-p…
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AI in Biopharma Innovation and Regulatory Challenges - with Nishtha Jain of Takeda Pharmaceuticals
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26:36Today’s guest is Nishtha Jain, Head of Innovation and Digital Technology at Takeda Pharmaceuticals. Nistha returns to the program to discuss the transformative impact of AI across the pharmaceutical value chain. She and Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello explore how AI is improving drug development efficiency, addressing data challenges, and …
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Rescue Dogs: An Untapped Solution to America's Mental Health Crisis
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25:16Send a Direct Message to Stacie In this Real Life Business episode of The Human-Canine Alliance Podcast, Stacie connects powerful data points to show that rescue dogs are more than just pets—they’re an undervalued asset in addressing America’s mental health crisis. With 60 million adults struggling with mental illness, suicide rates at an all time …
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The Evolving Role of Banks in Fraud Detection and AML Compliance - with Nick Lewis of Standard Chartered Bank
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30:15Today’s guest is Nick Lewis, Managing Director for the High Risk Client Unit at Standard Chartered Bank. Nick joins today’s show to discuss the shifting landscape of fraud prevention and AML compliance in financial services. As governments increasingly shift regulatory responsibilities onto the private sector, banks find themselves at the forefront…
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Tackling Retail Crime and Loss Prevention with AI Driven Video Security - with Mike Matta of Solink
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27:33Today’s guest is Mike Matta, Co-founder and CEO of Solink. Solink is a cloud video security and analytics platform that works with your existing cameras, access controls, and operational technologies like POS and labor management, helping you modernize and improve security and operations without costly upgrades. Mike joins today’s show to discuss h…
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AI and Agentic Systems in Healthcare Workflow Optimization - with Ylan Kazi of Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
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21:13Today’s guest is Ylan Kazi, Chief Data and AI Officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota. Ylan returns to the show to discuss the latest developments in AI adoption within healthcare. The conversation explores key obstacles, including cultural resistance, the need for an AI Hippocratic Oath, and the risks of holding AI to unrealistic standar…
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Why Red Teaming is Critical for AI Security - with Tomer Poran of ActiveFence
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28:58Today’s guest is Tomer Poran, Chief Evangelist and VP of Strategy at ActiveFence. ActiveFence is a leader in providing AI safety and security solutions that mitigate the risk of advanced GenAI systems, helping platforms detect and prevent harmful content, malicious activity, and emerging threats online. Tomer joins today’s podcast to explore the cr…
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Enhancing Customer Engagement with AI-Driven Solutions - with Robert Rose of Adobe
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20:05Today’s guest is Robert Rose, Senior Director of North America Customer Support at Adobe. Robert joins our conversation today to discuss the evolution of AI in customer interactions and the challenges organizations face when scaling these solutions across diverse customer bases. He shares insights on how AI-driven bots have progressed from basic tr…
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Embracing Age Tech: Transforming Elderly Care
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28:40Send us a text Technology is transforming senior care by addressing critical gaps in services and helping older adults maintain independence, dignity, and safety while aging in place. • Aging in place technology helps seniors identify and address home safety issues like grab bars, ramps, and removing trip hazards • Telehealth addresses transportati…
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The Heart & Science of Dog Rescue: Exploring the Human-Canine Bond
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20:54Send a Direct Message to Stacie In this episode of The Human-Canine Alliance, Stacie explores the powerful connection between humans and dogs, highlighting both grassroots rescue efforts and groundbreaking scientific research. She spotlights inspiring initiatives like Police Helping Paws and Eric and Joey—Instagram accounts making a real impact—whi…
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Accelerate and Mitigate Risk in Clinical Development - with Panos Karelis of Intelligencia AI
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21:50Today’s guest is Panos Karelis, Director of Customer Experience and Insights at Intelligencia AI. Intelligencia AI is a life sciences technology company that uses proprietary data, biomedical expertise, and AI-driven algorithms to assess the probability of technical and regulatory success for drug candidates, helping pharmaceutical companies make i…
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Bridging the Digital Divide: It's Not About If They Can Learn, But How We Teach Them [Carevocacy]
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Model Development Best Practices for Insurance - with Mark McLaughlin of IBM
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19:12Today’s guest is Mark McLaughlin, Director of Insurance in IBM’s Global Industries Unit. Mark joins the podcast to discuss the biggest challenges insurers face today and how AI is transforming workflows, risk management, and customer experience. Later, he and Emerj Managing Editor Matthew DeMello explore why insurers are embracing a mix of on-premi…
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AI for Driving Human Reasoning over Reasoning Models in the Enterprise – with Chris Busch and Yancey Sanford of MSTRO
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46:06Today’s guests are Chris Busch, Founder and CEO of MSTRO, and Yancey Sanford, Founder and Chief of Information and Research at MSTRO. MSTRO develops an advanced AI platform that combines data and creativity to optimize human performance. While AI reasoning models promise efficiency, are they the right approach for businesses? In this episode, Chris…
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Understanding AI’s Expanding Role in Drug Discovery and Life Sciences R&D - Liran Belenzon of BenchSci
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19:03Today’s guest is Liran Belenzon, Co-founder and CEO of BenchSci. BenchSci is a global leader in AI solutions for preclinical R&D that helps decipher complex biomedical research using proprietary technology. Liran joins us to discuss how AI is transforming disease biology research, streamlining scientific workflows, and enabling better decision-maki…
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Neurobiological and Cybernetic AI for Manufacturing, Part 1 - with Oleg Savin of Unilever
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17:48Today's guest is Oleg Savin, Enterprise Architect and MES Expert at Unilever. Oleg is a frequent guest speaker at manufacturing conferences worldwide, including this year's Smart Manufacturing Excellence Summit in Munich. He joins us for the first of two episodes on the program today to explain why neurobiological and cybernetic AI capabilities hav…
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The Advantages of Agentic Process Automation in Financial Services - with Ken Mertzel of Automation Anywhere
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20:07Today’s guest is Ken Mertzel, Global Industry Leader in Financial Services at Automation Anywhere. Automation Anywhere is a global software company that develops various automation software for major industries. Before joining Automation Anywhere six years ago, Ken spent his career in the financial sector, including 15 years at Bank of America. The…
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Real Life Business: Discoveries & Growth Within THCA
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25:41Send a Direct Message to Stacie This is Episode #2 of the "Real Life Business" live documentary series, offering an unfiltered, behind-the-scenes look at the evolution of The Human-Canine Alliance (THCA). In this episode, Stacie shares the realities of building a purpose-driven brand, revealing the challenges and breakthroughs in podcast production…
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Tackling Chargeback Challenges at Scale with Machine Learning and Dynamic Arguments - with Roenen Ben-Ami at Justt
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24:32Today’s guest is Roenen Ben-Ami, Co-founder and Chief Risk Officer of Justt. Justt is an AI-driven tech company whose platform helps retail leaders and merchants reduce loss from chargebacks with automation and friendly fraud prevention. Roenen joins us on today's podcast to break down the complexities of chargebacks and how AI-driven automation ca…
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New Use Cases for GenAI and Beyond in Healthcare Patient Support - with Kimberly Powell of NVIDIA
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20:07Today’s guest is Kimberly Powell, Vice President of Healthcare and Life Sciences at NVIDIA. Kimberly joins us to discuss how AI is reshaping the healthcare landscape. As generative AI adoption accelerates, Kimberly shares her insights on the major challenges the healthcare industry faces, particularly in terms of technology infrastructure. Together…
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AgeTech is Powerful—But It Shouldn’t Replace Medical Advice
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9:52Send us a text 💡 Smart health monitors, AI-powered symptom checkers, and telehealth apps are changing the way we care for aging loved ones. But with all these advancements, one thing remains true—technology should support medical care, not replace it. AgeTech is a game-changer for caregivers, offering tools for health tracking, medication managemen…
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How to Choose the Right AgeTech Tools for Your Loved One
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14:55Send us a text 💡 With so many AgeTech products on the market, how do you know which ones are right for your aging loved one? From smart home safety and medication management to AI-powered companionship and health monitoring, technology is transforming caregiving. But not every tool is the right fit for every senior. In this episode, we break down h…
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How to Build a Smart Home for an Aging Loved One
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22:23Send us a text 💡 What if your loved one’s home could adjust the lights when they walk in, remind them to take medication, and even detect falls—without them lifting a finger? Smart home technology is making it easier and safer for older adults to live independently. But with so many options, how do you know where to start? In this episode, we break…
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AgeTech & Online Security: How to Protect Your Loved One with Strong Passwords
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13:46Send us a text 💡 From smart home devices to telehealth portals, AgeTech is helping seniors stay independent and connected. But with all this technology, how do you ensure their data is safe? Many seniors reuse passwords, forget them, or don’t realize the risks of weak security—making them easy targets for scams and cyber threats. In this episode, w…
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Essential Infrastructure Solutions for Life Sciences Manufacturing and Supply Chain Workflows - with Kartik Pant and Shreyas Becker of Sanofi
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21:43Today’s guests are two senior executives from Sanofi’s manufacturing division, Head of Data & AI for Manufacturing & Supply Chain Kartik Pant and Head of AI & Data Products, Manufacturing & Supply Shreyas Becker, respectively. Together they return to the podcast to cover the challenges and opportunities in adopting data infrastructure and AI soluti…
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How AI is Changing Caregiving: What Family Caregivers Need to Know
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13:39Send us a text 💡 Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming caregiving—but what does that actually mean for family caregivers? From AI-powered fall detection and virtual assistants to predictive health monitoring and smart home automation, AI is making it easier to support aging loved ones while reducing stress for caregivers. But with all the ad…
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