The Honest Drink Podcast 175- Ron Lee: The AI Dumpling Dilemma
Jul 3, 2025
Ron Lee, an award-winning creative technologist and VP at Monks, dives deep into the transformative world of AI and its surprising effects on creativity and work. He humorously discusses the unintended consequences of food delivery on the environment and the blending of digital interactions with personal relationships. Ron highlights the challenges of cultural nuances in AI, the biases embedded in tech, and the urgent need for originality in modern filmmaking. He also explores how families adapt to parenting in the digital age, facing new dynamics shaped by technology.
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DeepSeek Shifted The Playing Field
- DeepSeek's open-source push showed smaller teams could build competitive LLMs and democratize access.
- Ron notes competition from China persisted despite embargoes and chip restrictions, accelerating global innovation.
Sell The Creative Journey, Not Just Output
- Clients value the story and journey behind creative work more than instant-perfect assets.
- Present process and narrative to preserve brand value even when AI can generate many options quickly.
A New Media Renaissance Is Coming
- Media will evolve into new formats beyond current screens, creating new economies and experiences.
- Ron expects AI-driven mediums that reduce phone dependency and enable richer, human-centred experiences.
