Society & Culture Episodes

AI Dean, Ben Tasker, explains the AI transition period and shares how to upskill and stay relevant in 2025.

InFactory CEO Brooke Hartley Moy discusses how building technology we can trust will transform daily life, from AI-powered journalism to personal assistants.

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist David Abel breaks down the environmental challenges reshaping Boston's future and what it means for residents.

André Bormanis, former science consultant for Star Trek and writer for The Orville, discusses the role of optimistic Sci-Fi in shaping the future.

Rod Roddenberry shares how he is carrying forward Star Trek’s vision: from innovative education, to biomedical breakthroughs, and the enduring philosophy of infinite diversity from infinite combinations.

AI expert Joan Palmiter Bajorek shares practical insights on building career resilience in an AI-driven world.

Learn how effective biotech leadership bridges innovation with commercial success, navigating funding and leveraging data and AI for breakthrough treatments.

Nader Tehrani discusses innovative architecture, emphasizing the integration of construction techniques, sustainability, and technological advances.

Boston's Office of Emerging Technologies is seeking ways to implement technology and build relationships to create a more resilient Boston.

Ami Meoded is determined to shape the future of parenting by using technology to provide the data need to give babies the best possible care.

Robotics expert Matthias Scheutz explains how robots are meant to augment human capabilities rather than replace us entirely.

Sam White, co-founder of the largest climate tech incubator, shares how local green tech initiatives are creating sustainable solutions for our future.

Dr. Awesome explores the future of economics and its impact on society with Nobel Prize-winning economist Simon Johnson.

Dr. Koehn discusses the current state of machine translation technology, its challenges, and the potential future where universal translation could become a reality.

Dr. Michael Snyder shares groundbreaking insights into aging and the future of personalized health and longevity.

Daniel Hulme, a leading expert in AI, discusses singularities and AI's potential impact on society, the economy, and human consciousness.

Michael Schrader shares his experience developing a self-vaccination device and discusses the challenges entrepreneurs face in the biotech space.

Greg Lynn discusses advancements in consumer robotics and shares how Piaggio Fast Forward is using intuitive design to create robots that assist with mobility.

Dr. Cohen discusses significant advancements in biotech as well as the major challenges that need to be addressed.

Dr. Awesome and William Smith discuss the innovations shaping the future of tech and William's book 'Future Tech'.

Dr. Graham Lau discusses the future of astrobiology, potential for human colonization of other planets, and the future advancements in health and longevity.

Vikas Enti of Reframe Systems, discussed the advancements of robots in construction creating net-zero homes and its impact on climate change.

Maggie Greyson shares insights into strategic foresight, the importance of considering multiple futures, and the role of museums in future thinking.

David Rosen talks about AI and challenges of developing algorithms for thinking robots that can perform tasks efficiently and safely.