Super Data Science: ML & AI Podcast with Jon Krohn

Jennifer K. Hill, Co-founder and CEO of OptiMatch and host of the Regarding Consciousness podcast, joins Jon Krohn in a thought-provoking discussion. They dive into how artificial intelligence influences human communication, highlighting its potential to promote kindness. The conversation also explores AI companionship in virtual reality, its impact on social dynamics, and the ethical challenges surrounding advancements like GPT-4. Finally, Hill raises intriguing questions about consciousness, identity, and the essence of self in an evolving technological landscape.

Deepali Vyas, Global Head of FinTech, Payments and Crypto at Korn Ferry and founder of Profolios.ai, shares her insights on navigating career success in the AI era. She discusses why video resumes will dominate recruitment and offers tips for overcoming camera shyness. The conversation highlights how organizations can leverage AI for equity in hiring and the value of strong personal branding. Deepali also introduces her initiative, Fearless Plus, aimed at supporting young professionals in their career journeys.

Dr. Nat Ware, an economist and social-impact innovator, challenges conventional notions of happiness. He discusses how our expectations can lead to dissatisfaction, highlighting the 'hedonic treadmill' where constant pursuit of joy often backfires. Instead, he encourages building meaningful relationships and embracing simple pleasures. Additionally, he shares insights on the interplay between altruism and personal fulfillment through volunteering, and introduces Forte, a novel funding model designed to enhance educational opportunities for underserved communities.

Bryan McCann, Co-founder and CTO of You.com, shares insights from his work in AI and philosophy. He discusses You.com’s innovative 'do engine' that connects users to various language models for optimized search. Bryan predicts AI agents will outnumber humans by 2025, enhancing productivity through automated workflows. He dives into early experiments with AI alignment, the evolution of language models, and their potential applications in biology. The conversation highlights the transformative impact of AI on scientific discovery and human creativity.

Jon Krohn starts the month with his round-up of favorite clips from the previous month. Hear from Bradley Voytek, Natalie Monbiot, Luca Antiga, Chad Sanderson, and Ritchie Vink in conversations about the ongoing potential of AI.  Additional materials: www.superdatascience.com/834Interested in sponsoring a SuperDataScience Podcast episode? Email natalie@superdatascience.com for sponsorship information.

Dr. Martin Goodson, CEO and Chief Scientist at Evolution AI, dives into the pitfalls of AI projects and why practitioners must engage in policy discussions. He elaborates on his viral article detailing ten key issues that lead to project failure. The conversation highlights the importance of human oversight in AI accuracy, the evolving landscape of data extraction technologies, and fostering innovation within startups. Goodson also touches on strategies for the UK to bolster its AI presence and emphasizes simplicity in project implementation.

Discover the bold vision of a techno-utopia where AI transforms society. The discussion centers on how powerful artificial intelligence could reshape healthcare, economics, and governance. Hear predictions about achieving this level of intelligence as early as 2026, along with the essential safeguards needed to navigate potential challenges. Explore the implications of such advancements and what they might mean for our future.

PyTorch Lightning is revolutionizing the AI landscape, and Dr. Luca Antiga, CTO of Lightning AI, joins host Jon Krohn to explain how. In this episode, they explore the tools pushing AI development forward, from Lightning Studios to Lit-Serve, and discuss the game-changing rise of small language models that challenge industry giants with precision and speed. Luca also shares his vision for developers in an AI-enhanced world, where coding meets creativity and collaboration with intelligent tools.This episode is brought to you by epic LinkedIn Learning instructor Keith McCormick, and by ODSC, the Open Data Science Conference. Interested in sponsoring a SuperDataScience Podcast episode? Email natalie@superdatascience.com for sponsorship information.In this episode you will learn: How Lightning AI's open-source tools make AI development faster [11:30] The rise of small language models and how they'll rival LLMs [37:47] Luca's journey from biomedical imaging to deep learning pioneer [52:03] How AI will transform software developer tasks [1:03:05] Additional materials: www.superdatascience.com/831

The discussion highlights the groundbreaking Nobel Prizes awarded to AI leaders Geoffrey Hinton and Demis Hassabis in physics and chemistry. It delves into how their work is reshaping traditional scientific disciplines. The significance of these achievements reflects a notable shift in recognizing artificial intelligence's impact on various fields. The conversation provides insights into the evolving relationship between AI and conventional sciences.

In this engaging conversation, neurosurgeon Bradley Voytek, a professor at UC San Diego and former data scientist at Uber, explores the fascinating intersection of neuroscience and machine learning. He shares recent breakthroughs in brain communication and the potential of brain rhythms as diagnostic tools. The discussion also highlights essential skills for aspiring data scientists, the impact of collaborative research in neuroscience, and insights from his time developing algorithms at Uber as a startup. It's a captivating look at the future of both fields.