The Most Interesting Thing in A.I.

Will Ahmed, Founder and CEO of Whoop, shares insights on how wearable health technology is revolutionizing athletic performance. He explores how AI enhances monitoring sleep, recovery, and overall health. Ahmed discusses future metrics for glucose and mood tracking, the balance between personalization and privacy, and how AI can provide conversational health coaching. He also reflects on the importance of health span versus performance and envisions a future where AI enables preventative healthcare, making traditional checkups obsolete.

In this engaging discussion, Ohad Elhelo, co-founder and CEO of AUI, delves into the realm of neuro-symbolic AI and its flagship model, Apollo 1. He highlights the hybrid architecture's promise to merge the fluency of generative AI with reliable symbolic reasoning. Ohad reveals insights on the limitations of current chatbots, explores how Apollo 1 tackles the hallucination issue, and discusses its applications in task-oriented dialogues, particularly in automotive sales. He envisions a future where Apollo 1 enhances various industries through robust AI capabilities.

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Join Nicholas Thompson as he chats with Kevin Kelly, co-founder of Wired and a champion of tech optimism. They dive into the bright future AI could usher in for humanity, reflecting on its evolution alongside the internet. The discussion navigates the intertwining of ethics and AI, exploring how it can enhance relationships and emotional connections. The conversation also addresses the competitive AI landscape, the myths surrounding its capabilities, and the potential for AI to serve as a public utility in fostering creativity and collaboration.

In this engaging discussion, Diogo Rau, Executive Vice President at Eli Lilly, shares insights on how AI is revolutionizing drug discovery, making it quicker to find life-saving medications. Dan Priest, Chief AI Officer at PwC, explores the future of patient experiences through AI innovations. They delve into the benefits of personalized medicine, the adaptation of AI in healthcare, and the potential of collaborative AI to tackle global issues. Their foresight into the integration of advanced technologies promises an exciting transformation for the pharma industry.

AI is transforming the creative landscape, opening up possibilities for a new generation of artists. In this episode, Nicholas speaks with experimental musician and AI artist Holly Herndon about the intersection of human and machine creativity. Featured Guest: Holly Herndon, co-founder of Spawning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nita Farahany, a distinguished professor of law and philosophy at Duke University and a leading voice in neuroethics, joins Nicholas Thompson to explore how AI is transforming human cognition. They discuss the ethical implications of brain-computer interfaces and the potential risks of cognitive offloading, raising concerns about our reliance on technology. Farahany advocates for new legal frameworks to protect mental privacy and cognitive liberty as technology evolves, challenging listeners to balance innovation with individual agency.

Join Nicholas Thompson as he chats with Audrey Tang, Taiwan's Ambassador-at-Large for Cyber Affairs and a champion of digital democracy. They discuss how AI can bolster civic engagement and improve governance. Audrey shares insights on using humor to combat misinformation and foster community trust during crises. They explore the role of AI in decision-making and the importance of citizen involvement in assessing AI's moral status. Tang also emphasizes innovative strategies in Taiwan's digital landscape amidst global challenges.

In a thought-provoking discussion, Gary Marcus, a prominent cognitive scientist and entrepreneur known for his critical perspective on AI, joins Nicholas Thompson. They dive into the shortcomings of today’s AI models and advocate for a balanced approach to development. Topics include the limitations of scaling laws, the need for neurosymbolic AI, and the financial challenges facing leading companies. They also explore the potential risks of AI in democracy and discuss future capabilities in tasks like cooking and coding, emphasizing the importance of ethical practices.

A podcast series examining how AI is reshaping our world. Each episode features a conversation with a leading thinker who offers a fresh perspective on the far-reaching ethical, economic, and social implications of this technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices