Matthew Yip, head of Product and Engineering at Benetech, explains how Benetech is revolutionizing accessible education through AI-powered tools like the Bookshare app. Explore the challenges and opportunities in developing inclusive educational technology, the role of digital textbooks, and customization to cater to diverse learning needs. Gain insights on the future of EdTech and the balance between rapid innovation and reliable accessibility solutions, driven by a passion for social...

Laurie Smith, Head of Foresight Research at Nesta, explores the profound impact of emerging AI technologies on society. This episode revolves around Nesta's mission to leverage innovative solutions for health, childhood equality, and sustainable futures. Hosts Valencio Cardoso and Roman Bercot discuss the multidisciplinary approaches—such as data science and strategic foresight—used by Nesta's Discovery Team to identify technology trends. Examples include AI applications in early childhood...

Dr. Caleb Sponheim, a user experience specialist at Nielsen Norman Group and former computational neuroscientist, discusses the potential for AI to redistribute power and address social inequalities. He shares insights from his background in neuroscience and quantitative research, and how they apply to his current work in UX. The conversation explores the current state of AI applications in design workflows, the challenges and opportunities of AI tools, and the future of open-source AI...

Valencio Cardoso and Roman Bercot interview James Veraldi, CEO, and co-founder of Scenario. James discusses the growing problem of social isolation exacerbated by technology and how Scenario aims to address this by using AI and clinical visualization techniques for role-playing real-life challenges. With a career spanning roles at TikTok, Snapchat, and more, James shares insights into the ethical applications of AI in mental health, the importance of having reliable sounding boards, and his...

In this enlightening episode of Socially Conscious AI, hosts Valencio Cardoso and Roman Bercot discuss AI ethics with Dr. Kevin LaGrandeur, Director of Research for the Global AI Ethics Institute. Dr. LaGrandeur discusses the dangers of overhyping AI technologies, the essential precepts for responsible AI use, and the vital role of government regulation. With a rich academic background spanning multiple disciplines, Dr. Dr. LaGrandeur provides insights into how AI is both a promising and...

In this episode of Socially Conscious AI, hosts Valencio Cardoso and Roman Bercot welcome Andy Spezzatti, an entrepreneur, AI engineer, and CTO at Taltrics. Andy discusses his extensive experience with the AI for Good Foundation, which supports sustainable and social goals using advanced technologies. He highlights key projects like the SDG Data Catalog and the SDG Trend Scanner, detailing their impact on sustainability research and monitoring. The conversation covers the potential and...

Valencio Cardoso and Roman Bercot are joined by Di Le, an AI ethicist renowned for her work in responsible AI development. Di shares her journey from UX design in video games to conducting impactful research in robotics and AI ethics. She discusses the importance of human-centered AI, how to bridge the technological divide, and the pragmatic approach of responsible AI. They dive into the controversy around Adobe's terms of service and the role of AI in shaping future job landscapes. Stay...

In this episode of Socially Conscious AI, hosts Valencio Cardoso and Roman Bercot interview Amy Brown, the founder and CEO of Authenticx. Amy discusses how Authenticx leverages AI-driven conversational intelligence to help healthcare organizations understand and act on patient voices at scale. She shares the innovative approach of 'listening AI' in structuring unstructured data from customer interactions. Amy also touches on the ethical considerations, organizational advice for implementing...