Episodes
Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed psychologist and founder of Therapy for Black Girls, discusses the contemporary landscape of mental health post-pandemic, emphasizing the stigma in communities of color, the crisis of mental health resources, and the effective role of community and group therapy in healing processes.
Published 11/14/24
In this episode of The Future Of, host Jeff Dance is joined by Dr. Yossi Kishet, Chief Scientist at aiOla, to discuss the transformative role of AI in speech recognition and synthesis. They explore recent advancements, the impact of cultural nuances in language, potential applications in healthcare, and ethical concerns surrounding AI speech technology. They Cover: 00:00 - Intro 03:52 - The Evolution of AI Speech Recognition 12:20 - Recent Developments in AI Speech Technology 20:15 -...
Published 08/17/24
Published 08/17/24
In this episode of The Future Of, host Jeff Dance is joined by Johnny Rodriguez and Charlie Kurian to discuss the future of fan engagement in the sports industry. The conversation explores how emerging technologies like AI, AR, and VR are shaping the way fans interact with their favorite sports and teams, creating a more personalized and immersive experience. The guests also delve into the ethical considerations and the importance of inclusive design in the evolving landscape of fan engagement.
Published 06/20/24
In this episode of The Future Of, Alex Foessel, Managing Partner at Balanced Engineering, joins host Jeff Dance to discuss the future of agriculture. They explore the role of robotics, autonomous machines, satellite connectivity, and generative AI in enhancing agricultural operations and feeding the increasing population. Additionally, Alex dives into the role of regulations and standardizations for AgTech.
Published 05/14/24
In this episode of The Future Of, Theresa Jones, CEO at Evalv IT and Principal Consultant for Evalv IQ, joins host Jeff Dance to discuss the future of cybersecurity. They discuss the importance of cybersecurity in all aspects of life, from personal devices to critical infrastructures, the challenges faced by small businesses and governments in implementing effective cybersecurity measures, the role of AI in both benefiting and enabling cyberattacks, and the need for education and talent...
Published 04/11/24
In this episode of The Future Of, Dr. Ronen Dar, Co-Founder and CTO of Run:ai, joins host Jeff Dance to discuss the future of AI chips. They dive into the increasing demand and the importance of optimizing GPU usage. They also share his insights on the future of specialized chips for specific AI workloads, the ethical considerations in AI, and upcoming advancements in the field.
Published 03/15/24
In this episode of The Future Of, Dr. Michael Housman, CEO and Founder of AI-ccelerator, and Fernando Luege, Chief Technology Officer at Grupo Financiero Base, join host Jeff Dance to discuss the future of AI in FinTech. They explore the FinTech evolution in the new AI-driven era, how generative AI unlocks new horizons in FinTech innovation, and how FinTech's development enhances human potential.
Published 02/22/24
In this episode of The Future Of, Cary Davis, President and CEO of the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA), joins host Jeff Dance to discuss the future of port infrastructure, policy, and finance. They discuss the challenges of investing in future-proof infrastructure, the importance of decarbonizing port operations, and the role of technology in shaping the future of ports.
Published 01/11/24
In this episode of The Future Of, host Jeff Dance explores the future of ports with three industry leaders: Paul Matthews, CEO of the Port of South Louisiana; Kristin Decas, Port Director and CEO of the Port of Hueneme; and Shaun Kjar, Director of the Inland Port in Utah. Together, they discuss the challenges and opportunities in the port industry, including sustainability, innovation, and coordination.
Published 12/26/23
In this episode of The Future Of, Randal Quarles, Executive Chairman at The Cynosure Group, joins host Jeff Dance to discuss the future of money. They unveil the role of the Federal Reserve, the impact of cryptocurrency on the market, and the importance of FinTech in making the financial system more efficient.
Published 11/30/23
In this episode of The Future Of, Daniel Rosenstein, Group Product Manager of Advanced Autonomy and Applied Robotics at Microsoft, joins host Jeff Dance to discuss the future of generative AI in robotics. They share the importance of generative AI in robotics, particularly the integration of visual libraries and video analysis, how generative AI enhances human-robot collaboration, and the role robotics will play in our everyday lives in the near future. With insights from Ashish Kapoor,...
Published 10/25/23
In this episode of The Future Of, Keenan Wyrobek, Co-Founder, CTO, and Product Architect of Zipline, joins host Jeff Dance to discuss the future of drone delivery. They unveil the current state of the industry, the most recent developments in drone delivery, how Zipline became the market's leader, and some of the biggest opportunities drone delivery can save and improve lives.
Published 09/27/23
In this episode of The Future Of, Gabby Everett, Director of Business Operations and Strategy at BioLabs Pegasus Park, and Claire Aldridge, Chief Strategy Officer at Form Bio, join host Jeff Dance to discuss the future of biotech. They unveil the advancements, challenges, and ethical considerations in the biotech industry. Discover the potential of the genomics and omics revolution, the impact of COVID-19 on biotech, and the transformative potential of biotechnology in shaping the future of...
Published 09/12/23
In this episode of The Future Of, Sean McDowell, Senior Vice President of Design and Innovation at MillerKnoll; Jim Kalbach, Chief Evangelist at Mural; and Rich Knepprath, Creative Director at Fresh Consulting, join host Jeff Dance to discuss the future of collaboration. They dive into best practices for effective hybrid workplace collaboration, tools for innovating collaboration today, as well as the evolution of work.
Published 08/22/23
In this episode of The Future Of, Caleb Osborne, Director of Product Development at Asensus Surgical, joins Jeff Dance to discuss the future of robotic surgery. They unveil the types of robots involved in surgeries today, the newest developments in surgical robotics, and the surgeries robots are already doing.
Published 08/09/23
Nathan Bivans, Chief Technology Officer at Fort Robotics, joins Jeff Dance to dive into the future of robotic safety, including ethical concerns, generative AI's impact on robotics, and how to ensure that robotics safety regulations accommodate rapid technological advancements without compromising human safety and ethics.
Published 07/21/23
Jeff Burnstein, President of Association for Advancing Automation, and Aaron Prather, Director of Robotics and Autonomous Systems Program at ASTM International, join Jeff Dance to discuss the future of human-robot integration. They cover topics such as job displacement fears, the importance of standards and safety, the potential for meaningful work in the future, and the exciting potential of robotics and AI in various industries and their integration with humans. Plus, we hear insights from...
Published 06/27/23
Jaume Sanpera, founder of Sateliot, joins Jeff Dance in an enlightening conversation as they explore the future of satellite internet access and the transformative potential of IoT devices across industries. In this captivating episode of "The Future Of" podcast, they delve into the challenges of extending internet access to developing nations, the role of AI in interpreting IoT data, and the ethical considerations of technology. Gain additional insights from Nissa Van Meter, a Senior...
Published 05/26/23
Lori MacVittie, Distinguished Engineer at F5, joins Jeff Dance in a dynamic conversation on the future of cloud computing. In this insightful episode, they discuss the benefits of the technology, the current state of the cloud, and strategies for businesses to create more value from it in the future. With insights from Duncan Epping, Chief Technologist Cloud Infrastructure at VMware, and Randall Tateshi of Fresh Consulting, this podcast offers a comprehensive exploration of the topic....
Published 05/11/23
In this episode of The Future Of, Mateusz Sadowski, Robotics and Drone Consultant at M.Sadowski Consulting, and Mike Oitzman, Founder of Mobile Robot Guide, join Jeff Dance to discuss the potential of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) to replace dangerous and monotonous jobs that don't fit with humans.
Published 04/27/23
In this episode of The Future Of, Johnny Rodriguez, Director of Strategic Innovation at Fresh Consulting, Elisha Terada, Technical Innovation Director at Fresh Consulting, and Linus Ekenstam, Co-founder and Designer of Sensive, join Jeff Dance to discuss the future of generative AI. They explore how generative AI differs from other types, some of its most promising applications today, and how generative AI will look in ten to twenty years.
Published 04/18/23
In this episode of The Future Of, Dr. David Leonardi, Founder of the Leonardi Institute, joins Jeff Dance to discuss the future of aging, including approaches to prevent and reverse age-related diseases, the difference between aging and vitality, and lifestyle habits to slow the aging process.
Published 03/30/23
In this episode of The Future Of, Micah Willbrand, Chief Product Officer and VP of Enterprise at NEC Corporation of America joins Jeff Dance to discuss the future of advanced biometrics, including some common types of advanced biometrics currently in use, main ethical concerns, and how advanced biometrics will evolve in the next ten or twenty years.
Published 03/07/23
In this episode of The Future Of, Carlos Sentís, Founder and CEO of World Innovation Alliance, Dr. Brian Jackson, an Associate Professor of Pathology at the University of Utah, Malinda Elien, Senior Technical Project Manager at Fresh Consulting, Dr. Biju Mohandas, Partner and Global Co-Lead of the Healthcare Investment Team at LeapFrog Investments, Marc Kuperstein, Managing Director of Software Development at Fresh Consulting, Ben Heiser, Vice President of Operations and Business Development...
Published 02/16/23