MIND & MACHINE: Science & Tech of Maximizing Human Capability
Weekly interview show with people at the forefront of transformational technologies, scientific research, and bold new thinking that enables humans to operate at higher levels — better able to achieve whatever each person values most in life.
This could be in fields as diverse as neuroscience, computer science, psychology, bio-tech, augmented reality, nutrition & fitness and so many more areas of pioneering work.
- Update frequency
- every 9 days
- Average duration
- 45 minutes
- Episodes
- 68
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2020
Virtual Humans with the USC Director for Virtual Human Research, Jonathan Gratch
Origin of the Universe & Cosmic Inflation with NASA JPL & Caltech Scientist James Bock
Today we’re going investigate the past — the most distant past imaginable: the Origin of the Universe. “How did the universe form” is such a profound question, that it informs everything we do today,…
Neuromorphic Computing, AI Chips Emulating the Brain with Kelsey Scharnhorst
Today we explore Artificial Intelligence (AI) through Neuromorphic Computing with computer chips that emulate the biological neurons and synapses in the brain. Neuro-biological chip architectures ena…
Building AI Minds & Artificial Intelligence Growth with Michael Miller
OpenBazaar: Bitcoin Peer-to-Peer Marketplace with Brian Hoffman
Media Tech and A Look Into the Future with Joanna Popper
ICO + Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAO) turned “Organisms" with Ismail Malik
Today we explore Decentralized Autonomous Organizations, or DAOs -- blockchain algorithms with the potential to perform the entire functionality of corporations or government agencies... without a si…
Discovery’s Experiential Storytelling in Virtual Reality (VR) with Jeff Abramson
Discovery is pursuing bold new methods of storytelling across their media portfolio (Discovery Channel, TLC, Animal Planet, Science Channel, etc...). This week we talk with Jeff Abramson, the Head of…
Lytro “Light Field” Photography and Image Processing with Steven Swanson
Artificial Intelligence + The Neuroscience of App Addiction with Ramsay Brown
1st Half: The Neuroscience of App Addiction 2nd Half: Artificial Intelligence from a Neuroscience Perspective (at 24:45)
Apps are designed to grab us and keep us hooked as long as possible, as often…
Augmented Reality SmartGlasses from ODG + the Future of Media-Tech with Keith Boesky
This week on the show we take a look at Augmented Reality SmartGlasses from AR hardware leader ODG, and explore the fast changing tech landscape, entrepreneurship, and how media-tech in particular is…
Bitcoin, Cryptocurrency, ICO and Internet Privacy with Tone Vays
Bitcoin is capturing headlines with it’s sharp rise in price, giving credibility to the claim that it has the potential to become major disruptor in the global economy.
Our guest today is Tone Vays. …
Renewable Energy, Batteries and the Future of Power with Duwayno Robertson
Blade Runner 2049 Technology Review
Review of the Future-Tech vision of Blade Runner 2049 — how it relates to actual development currently underway, and its potential connection to our technological future.
A look at Augmented Reality,…
Intro to Blockchain & Cryptocurrency with Hudson Jameson
In this episode we do an introduction to Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies, beginning with basic definitions and then building into more complex concepts.
Our guest is Hudson Jameson, the COO and Co-Fo…
Fractals: Coherent Chaos with Anders Hjemdahl
We take a highly visual dive into Fractals — what they are, what they mean and what they reveal to us. It's an astonishing look into mysterious mathematical riddles that create infinite multi-dimensi…
SpaceX: Working at SpaceX & Building the Future of Space Exploration
SpaceX and its founder Elon Musk are redefining what it means to be a bold, forward-thinking company. With the goal of making humankind interplanetary, they've shattered expectations of what’s possib…
Making Artificial Intelligence & Robots with Sabri Sansoy
Artificial Intelligence and Robotics are getting a lot of attention these days. But with all the utopian dreams and cautionary warnings effortlessly tossed around in headlines, I get excited looking …
Holograms & Live Holographic Performances with Peter Martin
Holographic Pioneer and Immersive Experience Creative Director Peter Martin is at the forefront of creating holographic live performances, having helped bring to life virtual performances with artist…
Virtual Smithsonian Art Museum Experiences in Augmented Reality & Virtual Reality with Peter Martin
Virtual Artist, Holographic Magician, and Immersive Creative Director Peter Martin has had a remarkable career — from launching an influential music magazine as a teenager, to producing music videos …