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A Collection of 67 Podcasts
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16 Oct 2024
Exploring Mind Uploading & Ethics in a Virtual World with Grace Chan – Synthetic Minds EP12
If uploading your mind to a virtual world sounds like progress, what does that say about the future of being human? In episode 12 of Synthetic Minds, speculative fiction author Grace Chan explores the moral complexities of emerging technologies like mind-uploading, virtual reality, and AI.
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25 Sep 2024
AI Ethics and Human Futures: Navigating Tech with Purpose with S.B. Divya – Synthetic Minds EP11
In a world where technological innovation constantly reshapes our society, speculative fiction becomes more than just entertainment; it is a critical tool for thinking through the implications of these changes.
11 Sep 2024
AI Manipulation & The Future of Human Autonomy with Louis Rosenberg - Synthetic Minds Podcast EP10
In episode ten of the Synthetic Minds podcast, we delve into the complex and often unsettling relationship between AI and human autonomy. My guest, Dr. Louis Rosenberg, is a pioneer in virtual and augmented reality, and AI.
15 Aug 2024
Tech Rights & The Future of Privacy with Cory Doctorow - Synthetic Minds Podcast EP09
Dive into a compelling discussion on digital rights and privacy with a leading thinker. Unpack how technology impacts society and our future, challenging current norms and proposing transformative ideas for tomorrow’s digital landscape.
08 Aug 2024
Harnessing Speculative Fiction for Strategic Innovation with Tobias Buckell- Synthetic Minds Podcast EP08
Join us in episode 8 of the Synthetic Minds podcast as Tobias Buckell delves into how speculative fiction can drive strategic innovation. Discover how his visionary narratives provide fresh perspectives on technology, ethics, and societal change.
04 Jul 2024
Cinematic Futures: Crafting Tomorrow's World with Brad Rochefort - Synthetic Minds Podcast EP07
Dive into a discussion on how the art of storytelling in cinema translates into powerful strategies for navigating future technologies and societal shifts. Uncover the role of narratives in strategic foresight and how they can prepare businesses for the challenges of tomorrow.
26 Jun 2024
Cyberpunk Insights: Navigating Tomorrow with T.R. Napper - Synthetic Minds Podcast EP06
Explore how cyberpunk insights from T.R. Napper can guide business leaders in embracing futures thinking and navigating technological changes. Learn how to navigate technological advances, maintain ethical standards, and embrace futures thinking.
05 Jun 2024
Speculative Futures: Unveiling Tomorrow with Ruthanna Emrys - Synthetic Minds Podcast EP05
Join us in unraveling how Ruthanna Emrys' unique blend of Lovecraftian themes and technology provides a lens to examine our relationship with the future. Discover how her narratives challenge our perspectives on innovation, identity, and ethics in an ever-evolving technological landscape.
30 May 2024
Telling Stories to Envision the Future with Brenda Cooper - Synthetic Minds Podcast EP04
Unpack the complexities of technological advancements with sci-fi author Brenda Cooper. From ethical AI deployment to fostering innovation and sustainability, discover how her science fiction insights can guide real-world business strategies.
23 May 2024
Navigating Future Realms: Science Meets Fiction with Peter Watts - Synthetic Minds Podcast EP03
In this thought-provoking episode, Peter Watts shares his insights on technological impacts, human biases, and the future of civilisation. We delve into the roles of AI, cognitive biases, and science fiction in understanding our tomorrows. Join us for a profound reflection on humanity's path.
16 May 2024
The Human Element: Exploring the Digital Afterlife with Richard K. Morgan - Synthetic Minds Podcast EP02
Join us as Richard Morgan discusses the profound ethical and societal impacts of future technologies. His cyberpunk visions offer more than narratives—they prompt critical reflections on our technological trajectory, shaping strategic foresight for businesses navigating tomorrow's uncertainties
09 May 2024
Downloading Tomorrow: How to Embrace Futures Thinking with Karl Schroeder - Synthetic Minds Podcast EP01
In a rapidly evolving tech world, organisations must embrace futures thinking. Karl Schroeder, a sci-fi author & foresight expert, offers insights through storytelling & foresight. He emphasises the power of narratives in conveying complex concepts for better preparedness.
19 Jan 2023
Creating a Hyper-realistic Metaverse Sooner with John Gaeta - Step into the Metaverse podcast: EP34
In the last episode of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I had a chat with John Gaeta, a creator, inventor and Academy Award-winning designer.
17 Jan 2023
Solutions to Drive Safety and Privacy in the Metaverse with Tiffany Xingyu Wang - Step into the Metaverse podcast: EP33
In EP33 of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I talked with Tiffany Xingyu Wang, CMO of OpenWeb and co-founder of the Oasis Consortium. We discussed the dangers of the metaverse and the need for ethical standards in the immersive internet
12 Jan 2023
The Secret Tool to the Metaverse's Success with Gabriel René - Step into the Metaverse podcast: EP32
In this episode of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I chatted with the Founder and CEO of VERSES Labs, Gabriel René. We discussed the importance of the spatial web and some of the challenges of the spatial web that we need to overcome if we want to create an open metaverse.
09 Jan 2023
Building Communities in The Metaverse with Athena Demos - Step into the Metaverse podcast: EP31
In EP31 of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I interviewed the Co-Founder/Producer of Big Rock Creative (BRCvr), Athena Demos. We covered how brands can contribute to the metaverse and how governments should embrace the metaverse to develop public virtual spaces for everyone to enjoy.
22 Dec 2022
The Need for Unique Identifiers in the Metaverse with Benjamin Bertram Goldman - Step into the Metaverse podcast: EP30
In this episode of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I had a chat with Benjamin Bertram Goldman. We talked about avatars, identity in the metaverse, and how people interact with avatars.
21 Dec 2022
Crucial First Steps Required to Decentralize the Metaverse with Bayan Towfiq - Step into the Metaverse podcast: EP29
In this episode of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I interviewed Bayan Towfiq, the Founder and CEO at Subspace, about the technical challenges of building an open metaverse.
15 Dec 2022
Creating Real Value in a Virtual world with Alec Lazarescu - Step into the Metaverse podcast: EP27
In EP27 of the Step into the Metaverse podcast, I had a chat with Alec Lazarescu, VP of Software Engineering at Savvas Learning Company, about the role of blockchain in the metaverse, the danger of the metaverse, and the role of digital fashion in the immersive internet.
13 Dec 2022
Why Establishing Standards Will Be Key to the Metaverse’s Future with Neil Trevett - Step into the Metaverse podcast: EP26
In this episode of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I had a chat with Neil Trevett, elected President of the Khronos Group, where he created and chaired the OpenGL ES working group that defined the industry standard for 3D graphics on mobile devices.
07 Dec 2022
Why Digital Twins are Essential to Building the Metaverse with Richard Kerris - Step into the Metaverse podcast: EP24
In EP24 of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I had a chat with Richard Kerris, the VP of the Omniverse developer platform at Nvidia. We discussed the importance of interoperability and transferability of assets across the metaverse.
06 Dec 2022
The Present and Future of Brand Opportunities in the Metaverse with Justin Hochberg – Step into the Metaverse podcast: EP23
In this episode of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I interviewed Justin Hochberg, the Founder and CEO of the Virtual Brand Group (VBG), which strategizes, builds, and monetizes brands in fashion, entertainment, sports, retail and lifestyle across all of web3.
01 Dec 2022
Revolutionizing Entertainment Via the Metaverse with Matthew Brewbaker – Step into the Metaverse podcast: EP22
In this episode of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I had a chat with Matthew Brewbaker, the Founder and CEO of VEU Inc., a metaverse development company focused on the future of virtual entertainment.
28 Nov 2022
Materializing the Energy Metaverse with Kevin O'Donovan: Step into the Metaverse podcast: EP21
In this episode of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I had a chat with Kevin O'Donovan about the Internet of things (IoT) and digital twins, how important they are for the metaverse, and how they will define the enterprise metaverse.
25 Nov 2022
Everything You Need to Know About Avatars with Robby Ratan: Step into the Metaverse podcast: EP20
In this episode of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I chatted with Rabindra (Robby) Ratan, who is focused on the role of avatars in the metaverse. We discussed the risk of ending up in the Uncanny Valley, the risk of imposed avatars, and so much more.
23 Nov 2022
Why the Metaverse’s Future will not be Decentralized with Robert Rice – Step into the Metaverse podcast: EP19
In this episode of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I had a chat with Robert Rice, the Founder and CEO of Transmira - an XR platform. We discussed how XR will change our society in the coming decade.
22 Nov 2022
Democracy in Digital Fashion with Michaela Larosse – Step into the Metaverse podcast: EP18
In this episode of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I interviewed Michaela Larosse, a founding member of The Fabricant, a leading producer of digital fashion.
17 Nov 2022
Seamless Communal Events in the Metaverse with Doug Jacobson - Step into the Metaverse podcast: EP17
In this episode of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I interviewed Doug Jacobson, the Co-founder of Big Rock Creative, an XR company producing large-scale events in VR.
14 Nov 2022
Using the Metaverse to Heal Others with Christian Ulstrup - Step into the Metaverse podcast: EP16
In this episode of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I interviewed Christian Ulstrup, the Co-Founder and CEO of Virgilis, about the mental health issues related to the metaverse.
12 Nov 2022
A Journey into Metaverse Virtual Real Estate with Jason Cassidy - Step into the Metaverse podcast: EP15
In this episode of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I chatted with Jason Cassidy, the Co-Founder of the Metaverse Group, and we discussed the pros and cons of virtual real estate in the metaverse.
10 Nov 2022
Digital Identities Through Avatars with Cai Felip - Step into the Metaverse podcast: EP14
In this episode of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I interviewed Cai Felip, the Founder and CEO of Union Avatars, a company blurring the lines between the virtual world and reality.
07 Nov 2022
Driving Brand Loyalty Through the Metaverse with Lindsey McInerney - Step into the Metaverse podcast: EP13
In this episode of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I interviewed Lindsey McInerney to discuss the role of NFTs and how brands can succeed in the metaverse.
04 Nov 2022
Guaranteeing Vibrancy in an Open Metaverse with Ryan Gill - Step into the Metaverse podcast: EP12
In this episode of the Step into the Metaverse podcast, I interviewed Ryan Gill, the Founder of the Open Meta DAO and we talked bout the open metaverse and what it will take to get there.
02 Nov 2022
Why We Must Be More Human in the Metaverse with Vincent Hunt - Step into the Metaverse Podcast: EP11
In this episode of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I interviewed Vincent Hunt, and we covered loyalty and education in the metaverse as well as the steps brands need to take if they want to enter the metaverse.
31 Oct 2022
Creating Bespoke Metaverse Worlds with Paul Hamilton - Step into the Metaverse Podcast: EP10
In this Step into the Metaverse Podcast episode, I interviewed Paul Hamilton, Managing Director MENA @ Ogilvy Consulting and founder vTogether. We we discuss the key characteristics of building an open metaverse, community role, and how we can create a diverse and inclusive metaverse.
28 Oct 2022
The Possibilities of a Human-centric Metaverse with Jimi Daodu – Step into the Metaverse Podcast: EP09
In this episode of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I interviewed Jimi Daodu, the founder of Vault Hill, about the open metaverse, the importance of blockchain, self-sovereign identities, the importance of data ownership, and the role of DAOs.
26 Oct 2022
Turning the Metaverse into a Reality with Chris Matthieu - Step into the Metaverse Podcast: EP08
In this episode of The Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I interviewed Chris Matthieu, the Founder and CEO of XRPANET, a planet-scale digital twin platform, and we discussed the future of the metaverse and much more.
24 Oct 2022
Preparing for the Metaverse Way of Doing Business with David Francis - Step into the Metaverse Podcast: EP07
In episode 07 of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I had a chat with David Francis, and we discussed the technical challenges of the metaverse, how important the metaverse will be for the enterprise, and the various new jobs the metaverse will create.
21 Oct 2022
Experiencing the Real and the Digital with Christiaan Eisberg - Step into the Metaverse Podcast: EP06
In episode 6 of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I had a chat with Christiaan Eisberg, Founder of Straight Fire, about all things NFTs, the rise of iCommerce, how brands can build loyalty within the metaverse, the use of IP and copyright with NFTs, and so much more.
19 Oct 2022
Technical Requirements to Make the Metaverse Possible with Jerry Heinz - Step into the Metaverse Podcast: EP05
In this episode of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I had a chat with Jerry Heinz and we discussed the technical requirements to make the metaverse possible, the companies building the hardware required for it and how to scale the hardware to enable immersive events.
17 Oct 2022
Safeguarding Consumer Rights in the Metaverse with Hannah Glass - Step into the Metaverse Podcast: EP04
In the 4th of The Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I interviewed Hannah Glass, a senior associate in the leading financial markets team at King & Wood Mallesons, specialising in blockchain, fintech and payments.
14 Oct 2022
Moving Our Lives into the Metaverse with Timmu Tõke – Step into the Metaverse: EP03
In episode 03 of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I had a chat with Timmu Tõke, the Co-Founder and CEO of Ready Player Me, a cross-game metaverse avatar platform that allows you to create a consistent virtual avatar to use to travel across virtual worlds or multiverses.
12 Oct 2022
How to Build a Rich and Vibrant Metaverse Economy with Jon Radoff - Step into the Metaverse Podcast: EP02
In episode 02 of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I had a chat with Jon Radoff, the Co-Founder and CEO of Beamable and a metaverse expert. about what the Metaverse means for gaming and the seven layers of the Metaverse
10 Oct 2022
Understanding the Metaverse Economy with Jamie Burke - Step into the Metaverse Podcast: EP01
In episode 01 of the Step into the Metaverse Podcast, I had a chat with Jamie Burke, the Founder and CEO of Outlier Ventures, one of the most important incubators and accelerators in the Web3 space.
19 Jan 2022
EP07 - Between Two Bots with Yakaira Núñez
Welcome to the 7th episode of the Between Two Bots podcast. This week our guest is an expert on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in combination with AI: Yakaira Núñez - VP Research and Insights at Salesforce.
12 Jan 2022
EP06 - Between Two Bots with Dr. Dorothea Baur
Welcome to the Between Two Bots podcast. In this episode, Dr Dorothea Baur shares her insights on AI ethics at the intersection of technology, society and the environment.
16 Dec 2021
EP05 - Between Two Bots with Gary Bolles
Welcome to the Between Two Bots podcast, where we discuss the cultural, technological and ethical implications of AI, this week with Gary Bolles, author of The Next Rules of Work.
08 Dec 2021
EP04 - Between Two Bots with David Shrier
Welcome to the 4th episode of the Between Two Bots podcast. Today's guest is AI-Futurist David Shrier, CEO and co-founder of Esme Learning.
30 Nov 2021
EP03 - Between Two Bots with Dr. Marcell Vollmer
Welcome to episode 03 of Between Two Bots. Today’s guest is Dr. Marcell Vollmer, Partner and Director at BCG.
24 Nov 2021
EP02 - Between Two Bots with Maria Axente, Responsible AI Lead at PwC UK
Welcome to the Between Two Bots podcast, with today's guest: Maria Axente, Responsible AI & AI for Good Lead at PwC UK.
17 Nov 2021
EP01 - Between Two Bots with Imtiaz Adam, AI expert at Deep Learn Strategies
Imtiaz Adam, AI expert, discusses the role of Big Tech in protecting our data. We discuss what could go wrong if your data is breached and how governments should regulate the use of AI. Is "data rights" the new civil rights?
27 Oct 2021
Crypto, Regulators and Digital Central Bank Currencies - EP17
In this episode, I cover what’s new in the crypto world, cybercriminals patrolling the metaverse and digital central bank currencies.
06 Oct 2021
The Metaverse – What is it and What Does it Mean for Business and Society – EP16
In this episode, I will explore more of the world I exist in, the Metaverse. Looking into where it was, where it is, and more importantly, where it is going.
13 Sep 2021
Augmenting Your Career with AI - Interview with David Shrier – The Digital Speaker series EP15
In today’s show, we discuss how to augment your career with AI - an interview with David Shier - a leading AI futurist.
25 Aug 2021
Bioinformatics and Brain-Computer Interfaces - The Digital Speaker Series EP14
In this episode, I will take a deep dive into the latest breakthroughs and innovations in bioinformatics and brain-computer interfacing.
23 Jul 2021
An Analogue Renaissance, Digital Real Estate and Bioinformatics - The Digital Speaker series EP013
In this episode, The Digital Speaker discusses the increasing aversion to digitalisation, digital real estate, and bioinformatics.
24 Jun 2021
Why Data Rights Will Be The New Civil Rights - EP12
In today’s show, we have Dan Turchin, sharing his insights with us on the hype of today, AI, but especially AI ethics.
10 Jun 2021
Digitally Savvy Politicians and Liquid Neural Networks - EP11
In this Tech Journal, The Digital Speaker delves into a breed of digitally savvy politicians, followed by an exploration into Liquid Neural Networks.
27 May 2021
The Rise of Digitalism: The Digital Speaker series EP09
In this episode, we discuss Digitalism, which will be the first, true global political doctrine; a story where governments, companies and citizens battle for data.
12 May 2021
The Digital Speaker series: OpenAI, Ethics in AI and Protein Folding - EP08
In this episode of The Tech Journal, I discuss CLIP and DALL-E, ethics in computing, and how neural networks solved a 50-year-old problem.
29 Apr 2021
The Digital Speaker series: Interview with Dion Hinchcliffe - EP07
In the 7th episode of The Tech Journal, The Digital Speaker interviewed Dion Hinchcliffe about digital transformation and the future of work.
15 Apr 2021
The Digital Speaker series: The Tech Journal - EP06 - Algorithmic Management
In this episode, we will delve into and explore the complex world of Algorithmic Management. Taking a closer look at the pros, cons, and future of this style of management.
18 Mar 2021
The Digital Speaker series: The Tech Journal - EP05 - AI Journalism
In today’s show, we discuss how to create ethical AI, why UX is so important when creating AI and why a philosopher makes an excellent AI programmer
24 Feb 2021
The Tech Journal EP04 - Interview with Jeff Herbst, NVIDIA
In this episode of The Tech Journal, Nvidia VP Jeff Herbst discusses AI, quantum computing, machine learning, startups and GPU Ventures.
10 Feb 2021
The Digital Speaker series - The Tech Journal - EP03
In the 3rd episode of the Tech Journal, The Digital Speaker discusses data privacy, differential privacy, antitrust laws and digital censorship.
28 Jan 2021
The Digital Speaker Series: Tech Journal - Episode 02
In the 2nd episode of the Tech Journal, The Digital Speaker discusses digital news including 6G, Space Internet and China's digital currency.
14 Jan 2021
The Digital Speaker Series: The Tech Journal - Episode 01
In this episode of the Tech Journal, The Digital Speaker explores AI that uses electrons, the quantum world and Musk’s Neuralink.
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