
FUTURATI PODCAST
Join renowned visionary Thomas Frey and Trent Fowler as they explore artificial intelligence, cryptocurrencies, space exploration, quantum computing, biotechnology, and a variety of other topics of interest to futurists.
Latest episodes

Sep 16, 2021 • 1h 1min
Ep. 52: Bob Coecke and Konstantinos Meichanetzidis on quantum natural language processing.
Dr. Bob Coecke is professor of Quantum Foundations, Logics and Structures, is well known for his work on quantum natural language processing and the applications of category theory, and is a science advisor to Cambridge Quantum Computing.Konstantinos Meichanetzidis works with Dr. Coecke on issues in quantum natural language and the foundations of quantum mechanics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 10, 2021 • 1h 2min
Ep. 51: Tim Errington on reproducibility and the science of science.
Tim Errington is the Director of Research at the Center for Open Science where he leads the centers’ metascience research efforts. He and his team also conduct evaluations of initiatives intended to increase the openness, rigor, and reproducibility of research, such as Open Science Badges and Registered Reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 3, 2021 • 1h 17min
Ep. 50: Velina Tchakarova on geopolitics and the world after COVID.
Velina Tchakarova is the Director at the Austrian Institute for European and Security Policy (AIES) in Vienna, Austria. Her work includes research, consulting and lectures on Global System Transformation and geostrategy of global actors, particularly the EU's role in Eastern Europe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 26, 2021 • 1h 3min
Ep. 49: Joel Chan on metascience, creativity, and tools for thought.
Joel is an Assistant Professor in the University of Maryland’s College of Information Studies (iSchool) and Human-Computer Interaction Lab (HCIL). His research explores systems that support creative knowledge work, particularly ones that are open and sustainable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 20, 2021 • 1h 11min
Ep. 48: Geoff Anders on knowledge and its role in society.
Geoff is the Founder and Executive Director of Leverage Research, a research institute that studies and supports early stage science. He studies the role of knowledge in society, exploring topics ranging from the role of philosophy to practical questions about designing research programs in underdeveloped fields. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 13, 2021 • 1h 9min
Ep. 47: Dr. Peter Langland-Hassan on imagination, philosophy, and technology.
Dr. Langland-Hassan is an Associate Professor of Philosophy at the University of Cincinnati. His numerous published articles span theoretical philosophy and experimental psychology, addressing topics such as consciousness, auditory verbal hallucinations, the relationship between language and abstract thought, pretense, imagination, hypothetical reasoning, and creativity. If you enjoy this interview please don't forget to like the episode and subscribe on Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts so that we can keep bringing you this great content. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 6, 2021 • 1h 4min
Ep. 46: Shermon Cruz on gamification, engaged foresight, and the methodology of futurism.
Shermon Cruz is the Chair of the Association of Professional Futurists (APF) and the founder, executive director, and chief futurist of the Center for Engaged Foresight. We took this opportunity to discuss gamification, governance, and the future of futurism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 30, 2021 • 1h 1min
Ep. 45: Scott Young on ultralearning, brain-computer-interfaces, and AI in education.
Scott Young is a blogger, teacher, and the author of "Ultralearning: Master Hard Skills, Outsmart the Competition, and Accelerate Your Career". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 23, 2021 • 1h 2min
Ep. 44: Zanele Njapha on the importance of learning and unlearning in preparing for the future.
Zanele Njapha is a global speaker who has captivated audiences with her sensational keynotes and thought-provoking unlearning facilitations. Drawing upon a background in educational psychology, she challenges long-standing company dogmas while developing her audiences with her unique, humorous stories and insightful views around the future of work and creating cultures of continuous self-disruption. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 16, 2021 • 59min
Ep. 43: Gary Wolf on the Quantified Self movement.
We spoke with quantified self cofounder Gary Wolf on self-tracking, the philosophy of science, and learning about yourself through personal data. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices