Welcome to the Crazy Wisdom podcast, where I, Stewart Alsop, had the pleasure of hosting Bob Upham. In this episode, we explore a variety of intriguing topics, including the roots of personal computing intertwined with the 1960s consciousness revolution, Bob’s fascinating journey from music to mastering programming, and his profound insights on the evolution of software development. We also touched on his experiences at major tech hubs and his stint at companies like IBM and Yahoo, diving...

In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom podcast, I, Stewart Alsop, sit down with Fabian Schonholz, a seasoned technology and operations executive, to explore the intriguing world of synthetic data. We discuss its pivotal role in training AI models, particularly large language models (LLMs), and delve into the nuances of data behavior, the challenges of ensuring realism without real-world ties, and the potential of synthetic data to mitigate biases in AI training. For those interested in learning...

Welcome to the Crazy Wisdom podcast. I'm Stewart Alsop, and in this episode, I'm joined by Stephen Wolfram, a distinguished scientist and the founder of Wolfram Research. Throughout our conversation, we explore a range of topics including Stephen's revitalized work on a fundamental theory of physics, the profound implications of this work for understanding the universe and its laws, and the intersection of these theories with computational technology and AI. We also discuss how these advanced...

In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom podcast, I, Stewart Alsop, had the pleasure of hosting Albert Chun, Director of Operations at Invisible Technologies. We explored the latest advancements in large language models, particularly focusing on their implications for content creation, coding, and video generation. Albert provided insights into the evolution of software engineering towards prompt engineering, the philosophical debates surrounding AI and humanity, and the impact of AI on creativity...

Welcome to the Crazy Wisdom podcast, I'm your host, Stewart Alsop. In this engaging episode, we're joined by Nilrun-Mardux, where we jump into a diverse array of thought-provoking topics. Our discussion ranges from Nilrun's experiences living as an expat in Argentina, the complex geopolitical dynamics at play, and the ever-evolving tech landscape, particularly the fascinating realm of decentralized computing and AI. Follow Nilrun-Mardux on twitter Check out this GPT we trained on this...

In this thought-provoking episode of the Crazy Wisdom podcast, I, Stewart Alsop, delve deep into the evolving world of artificial intelligence with my guest, Kendra Koch. Together, we explore the nuances of AI's capabilities and its profound implications on human thought, sensory perception, and creativity. Kendra, a seasoned entrepreneur and wellness advocate, brings her rich experience and unique perspectives on how AI intersects with health and human psychology. For those interested in...

Welcome to another episode of the Crazy Wisdom podcast! I'm your host, Stewart Alsop III, and today we're diving deep into the vibrant cultures and challenging economies of Latin America with our esteemed guest, BowTiedMara. Mara, an expatriate economist and online marketer, shares his unique insights and personal experiences from decades of living in Argentina and Brazil. In today’s discussion, BowTiedMara walks us through the complexities of Argentina's high inflation rates and its impact...

Welcome to the Crazy Wisdom podcast, where we explore the interplay of technology, society, and the mind. In this special "Stewart Squared" series, we dive into the stories and insights of pioneers who have shaped the digital world. Today, we're thrilled to feature Rob Glaser, founder and CEO of Real Networks, a trailblazer in the realm of streaming media. Join us as Stewart Alsop III and his father, Stewart Alsop II, delve into Glaser’s fascinating journey from his early days at Microsoft,...

In this episode, Stewart Alsop is in conversation with Adam Cohn (linkedin and twitter), the CEO of Deepin, focusing on the open-source AI project, Adios. They discuss the importance and history of open source, particularly in relation to AI, emphasizing the role of collaboration and knowledge sharing in advancing technology. Adam details his project of an open-source AI wearable device, and its implications for technology and data privacy. They also touch on the role of AI in software and...

In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, Stewart Alsop sits down with David Pope, CPA, CGMA, and Commissioner of the Wyoming Stable Token Commission. They delve into the innovative financial landscape of Wyoming, particularly focusing on the development and implications of stable tokens. The conversation covers the legislative journey, economic strategies, and the broader vision of integrating digital assets into Wyoming’s financial ecosystem. Additionally, they explore philosophical...

This episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast features Trent, CEO and founder of Holium, and Stewart Alsop discussing a range of topics including corporate culture, quantum computing, the perception of time, Jungian theories, and distributed AI. Trent shares his thoughts on how AI might transform corporate culture and capital distribution, highlighting the potential for AI to replace market functions and enhance decision-making. He delves into the implications of large language models (LLMs) and...

In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom podcast, Stewart Alsop interviews Jonas Lamis about his journey from early computer programming to becoming a partner at Medicaid and a notable collector of JPEGs and NFTs. Lamis shares stories about his father's transition from physical to computer art in the 1980s, detailing the influence it had on his own interests in digital art and collectibles. The conversation also explores Lamis’ involvement with NFTs through Ethereum and Flamingo DAO, highlighting...

In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, Stewart Alsop engages with senior data scientist Anand Divedi to delve deep into the facets of machine learning and AI’s evolving capabilities. They discuss Anand's journey and insights into AI, particularly focusing on the freedom from execution boundaries brought by advancements in AI and large language models (LLMs). The conversation extends to the concept of 'human in the loop' learning, emphasizing the interdisciplinary approach to mimicking...

In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom podcast, Stewart Alsop interviews Evan Brown, a multi-faceted talent with experiences as a copywriter, concept developer, author, and musician. The conversation explores the nature and sources of creativity, especially in relation to leveraging AI in creative practices. Brown shares insights into his own creative processes across different mediums and discusses the potential impact of AI on creativity and the advertising industry. They touch on the...

In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, Stewart Alsop interviews Michelle Shocron, CEO and founder of Parsed, diving deep into the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and the shift towards GPU-based computing for AI applications. They discuss how cloud services like AWS and Google Workspace are pivoting towards AI, leveraging models for various functions including storage and computation. Michelle shares insights about the increasing attraction of AI software...

The podcast episode features a conversation between Stewart Alsop III and his father, Stewart Alsop II, and their guest, Joe Schoendorf from Accel, a prominent venture capital firm. Joe shares his insights on the transition from the early PC computing industry to the rise of the internet and eventually to the AI revolution. They discuss factors like the creation of the cloud, AI, and other technological tools that have greatly accelerated the speed of innovation. The podcast also covers the...

In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, Stewart Alsop is joined by Jack Thomas. Jack shares his transitions from nuclear engineering to philosophy and now machine learning, revealing his approach to learning and understanding complex concepts. They explore existential risks and the advantages and challenges of AI, the importance of understanding the mathematics behind machine learning, and the future of programming. Jack also shares his views on the positive and negative impacts of...

In this episode of Crazy Wisdom podcast, Stewart Alsop is joined by Sai Hossain, founder and CEO of Crowdcast. Sai reflects on the current state of the world and its conflicts, and the potential for collective consciousness acceleration. He also discusses his views on AI, including its potential positive and negative effects, and emphasizes his belief in it being used as a tool, arguing that its usage will be defined by those who create it. While discussing the concept of the singularity, Sai...

In this podcast episode, the guest Zee Schwab discusses his innovative identity protocol that uses a reputation based indexing system, aiming to address the challenges of online identity verification. Zee is building Column. Zee Schwab shares his experience of transitioning from a medical background to launching a tech-based startup, which focuses on gathering and analyzing data to come up with new formulas. He also emphasizes the importance of understanding the creator behind a piece of...

This is an interview for the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, where Stewart Alsop interviews AI strategist, Christian Ulstrup. Ullstrup shares his perspective on the progression and usage of Artificial Intelligence in businesses. He talks about the power of goal-setting in an organizational structure and highlights his belief towards goals being discovered rather than set. He further discloses his method to compile and make sense of huge amounts of proprietary information through Large Language Models...

Steven Vachani, a tech entrepreneur and early digital nomad (before it was cool and easy), shares his personal journey on the Crazy Wisdom podcast. His tech journey starts from his childhood experimentation with internet connectivity in the '80s, to establishing one of the first online food delivery businesses, and working with the early mass market online service, Free Lotto. This discussion also explores his experience co-founding Power.com, a company that aimed to create universal...

In this episode of Crazy Wisdom Podcast, Yucheng Low, the co-founder and CEO of XetHub, discusses his journey through the field of machine learning, from earning his PhD at Carnegie Mellon University to leading his own startup. He dives into the differences between machine learning and AI, the importance of data management in the field, and the potential future of embedded ML models in applications. He also shares his perspective on the rapid evolution of technology and the implications it...

In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, host Stewart Alsop interviews Soledad D'Agostino, a tech industry veteran with experience at Google, YouTube, and Microsoft. Throughout the discussion, they dive into her work in global marketing, the evolution of YouTube within Latin America, and her role in launching large livestream events for the platform. They take on topics like the impacts and potential of AI, how AI is revolutionizing the tech industry, and the philosophical questions it...

This is a new series of Crazy Wisdom where I invited my dad Stewart Alsop II to bring people from his past as a tech journalist and uncover the best stories from the 1980s, 90s and early 2000s about the personal computing revolution and apply them to the AI revolution currently happening. Our first guest Donna Dubinsky talks about her career experiences at Apple, handheld innovator Handspring, her work as the CEO of Palm (of the Palm Pilot handheld mobile device), and current AI work at...