I've Got Questions with Sinead Bovell
Sinead Bovell
I've Got Questions is your front-row seat to understanding how AI and emerging technologies are reshaping our world and your life.
Hosted by futurist Sinead Bovell, the show cuts through the noise to explore what’s happening beneath the surface of today’s biggest tech shifts, and what they signal about tomorrow.
Each week, Sinead sits down with the people building the tools, setting the policies, and shaping the ideas that will define the next chapter of human life.
These are conversations designed to help you understand what’s changing, anticipate where things are heading, and steer toward the futures you want to live in.
Hosted by futurist Sinead Bovell, the show cuts through the noise to explore what’s happening beneath the surface of today’s biggest tech shifts, and what they signal about tomorrow.
Each week, Sinead sits down with the people building the tools, setting the policies, and shaping the ideas that will define the next chapter of human life.
These are conversations designed to help you understand what’s changing, anticipate where things are heading, and steer toward the futures you want to live in.
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Dec 18, 2025 • 18min
AI in 2026 | 8 Predictions About What's Coming
Discover eight fascinating predictions about AI's impact by 2026! Expectations include a rise in offline lifestyles as social media wanes. Voice technology will become the norm, reducing our need for screens. AI smart glasses may redefine interaction and spark privacy debates. Political campaigns are likely to focus on AI policies, while cultural divides emerge over AI-generated entertainment. Plus, brace for AI-driven medical breakthroughs that could reshape healthcare and provoke critical discussions about technology's role in society.
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Dec 11, 2025 • 16min
7 Skills You Need to Stay Employed in the Age of AI
Discover the transformative skills needed to thrive in an AI-driven workforce. Unpack the importance of AI literacy and the critical need for understanding AI's limits and biases. Learn how to maintain human judgment while leveraging AI tools. Communication skills are highlighted for team alignment and decision-making. Adaptability and interpersonal reliability become crucial as work dynamics change rapidly. This insightful discussion reassures you that it's not too late to develop these essential skills.
Dec 4, 2025 • 1h 2min
AI Could Disrupt Media… or Reinvent It | The Atlantic CEO, Nicholas Thompson
Nicholas Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic and former editor of Wired, dives into the complex relationship between AI and journalism. He explains how AI poses both threats and opportunities for media companies, and discusses The Atlantic's growth in a turbulent landscape. Thompson shares insights on experimenting with AI partnerships, the necessity of maintaining journalistic integrity, and the essential skills future journalists will need. He also touches on his new book, The Running Ground, exploring resilience and creativity through the lens of running.
Nov 27, 2025 • 1h 12min
Brain Scientist On AI: You Aren’t Ready For What’s About To Happen | Dr. Alysson Muotri
Dr. Alysson Muotri, a leading geneticist and neuroscientist, dives into the groundbreaking world of brain organoids. He shares insights on how these mini-brains could revolutionize our understanding of neurological diseases and even influence AI development. Topics include organoids as personalized disease avatars, the ethical ramifications of merging biology with computation, and the potential for organoid intelligence to navigate complex tasks. Muotri’s work opens fascinating doors to the future of medicine and artificial intelligence.
Nov 20, 2025 • 16min
The AI Bubble Debate: What’s Really Going On
Is AI really in a bubble? The discussion reveals a complex landscape where financial and technological cycles don’t align. Investment gaps and big spending on infrastructure raise concerns, while circular investing complicates the picture. A potential trigger for a market correction could be found in data centers or new breakthroughs. Historical patterns suggest that AI may follow a trajectory like that of electricity and the internet. Working with AI skills is crucial now, as the tech is already reshaping society.
Nov 20, 2025 • 1h 16min
Tech Companies Want Your Brain To Be The Next Smartphone | Professor Nita Farahany
In this conversation, Nita Farahany, a leading expert in neurotechnology, explores how tech companies aim to decode our thoughts through emerging devices like smart glasses and earbuds. She reveals the chilling implications for privacy, as brain data could unveil our innermost signals. The discussion delves into the ethical quagmire of cognitive liberty and mental autonomy while highlighting the risks of manipulation by AI. With the legal framework lagging, Nita emphasizes the urgent need for policies to protect our thoughts in this new frontier of technology.
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Nov 4, 2025 • 17min
AI Can’t Do Your Job. So Why Are Companies Laying Off Employees?
Mass layoffs are rampant, but not entirely due to AI taking jobs. Companies are reallocating resources towards AI infrastructure and adapting to be more agile. Sinead discusses the concept of anticipatory restructuring and the shift toward a skills-based workforce. Key skills for the AI era include adaptability and effective communication. While traditional roles may decline, the demand for independent, entrepreneurial workers is on the rise, ensuring that while job titles may change, the essence of work remains.
Oct 30, 2025 • 1h 7min
AI Is Moving Faster Than Governments Can Think | Anna Makanju (OpenAI's VP of Global Affairs)
In a captivating conversation, Anna Makanju, Vice President of Global Affairs at OpenAI, discusses the global race to understand AI's implications and the urgent need for equitable access. She highlights the potential of AI to benefit humanity but warns it won’t happen by default. Makanju shares insights on the geopolitical dynamics between nations and tech companies, the unexpected viral success of ChatGPT, and the importance of reskilling for future jobs. She addresses the challenges of integrating AI into governance and the necessity for proactive policy frameworks.
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Oct 23, 2025 • 57min
A Once In A Lifetime Career Reset Is Coming | Alexander Manu
In this engaging discussion, futurist Alexander Manu, who specializes in technology-driven societal change, explores how AI redefines work and creativity. He argues that AI challenges our professional identities and prompts us to ask, 'What else can I become?' Manu paints a future where machines handle mundane tasks, freeing humans for creative pursuits. He also anticipates the end of the influencer era and envisions hyper-personalized experiences reshaping society. Plus, his insights on a potential world without money are thought-provoking!
Oct 16, 2025 • 49min
Leading AI Professor: We Must Address AI's Climate Impact Before It’s Too Late | Kate Crawford
In a riveting discussion, Kate Crawford, a leading AI researcher and author of Atlas of AI, dives into the profound environmental and ethical implications of artificial intelligence. She reveals how AI's massive infrastructure consumes significant resources, challenging the myth of its virtuality. Kate warns that the AI race among nations increases both climate risk and societal harm. With insights on the need for sustainable practices and the dangers of concentrated corporate power, she emphasizes that systemic change is essential for a greener future.
