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RealmIQ: SESSIONS
Hosted by Curt Doty · EN
RealmIQ: SESSIONS is the podcast where we dive deep into the world of generative AI, cutting-edge news and it's impact on society and business culture. Listen in on conversations with leading AI Experts from around the world. Our relationship with technology has undergone a captivating transformation. Machines have transcended the role of mere aides; they are now instrumental in fundamentally reshaping our cognitive processes. In this context, AI evolves beyond an intellectual collaborator; it becomes a catalyst for change. Hosted by Curt Doty, brand strategist, AI expert and AI evangelist.
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RealmIQ: SESSIONS with CHRIS LI
Aug 700:45:22Tap to summarizeSend us Fan Mail This Realm IQ Sessions episode features Chris Li, a serial entrepreneur and educator, discussing mental health innovation for Gen Z. As the co-founder of Say!t Mental Health, Chris shares his journey from teaching at UCLA and managing billion-dollar portfolios to launching a nonprofit that fuses peer-led campus clubs with a gamified emotional check-in app. Chris and host Curt Doty explore the role of ChatGPT in mental health, the emotional intelligence gap in AI, and how data from real human experiences—collected ethically—could be used to train AI with empathy and soul. The conversation also critiques traditional university mental health services and addresses the alarming rise in depression and suicide among youth aged 10–24. Say It’s mission is not only to provide access but to train AI to understand human emotion by prioritizing trust, transparency, and Gen Z leadership.Topics DiscussedWhy Gen Z uses ChatGPT for emotional supportEmotional Intelligence (EQ) vs IQ in the age of AIThe dangers and limitations of AI as a mental health toolPeer-led mental health support vs traditional therapyGen Z’s achievement pressure and emotional strugglesEthical and transparent data sharing for AI trainingTraining LLMs to be emotionally intelligent (Theory of Mind)Opt-in privacy practices modeled after GDPRThe role of Gen Z in shaping emotionally aware AIChallenges in mental health funding and accessCritique of current mental health infrastructure on campusesBig Tech’s failure to build emotionally resonant AIQuotes “ChatGPT is a smart parrot. It has no EQ.”— Chris Li“The success of any technology is trust. It’s the only thing that matters when you're dealing with Gen Z.”— Chris Li“They don’t need another lecture. They need a safe place to be real.”— Chris Li on peer-led clubs“We’re not building an LLM. We’re building trust.”— Chris Li“Gen Z is the AI generation. It’s their responsibility to train it with empathy.”— Chris Li“The problem isn’t access. It’s that the services don’t speak Gen Z’s language.”— Chris Li“AI needs soul. And soul comes from real human data—not performative social media.”— Curt Doty“At age 15, kids are having panic attacks. That’s just not right.”— Chris Li“Let’s go beyond what’s legal and do what’s right.”— Chris Li on data privacy“We modeled our opt-in system after GDPR and Apple’s transparency. No hidden third parties.”— Chris LiWebsite:https://sayitmentalhealth.orgSponsor:https://www.opus.pro/?via=b5cf75 Support the showSponsor our show - https://www.realmiq.com/sponsorsReceive our weekly newsletter: Subscribe on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7024758748661391360 Sign up for one of our workshops: https://www.realmiq.com/workshops Are you an AI Founder? Learn about our AIccelerator: https://www.realmiq.com/startupsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtdoty/Need branding or marketing? Visit: https://curtdoty.co/
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RealmIQ: SESSIONS with JOSHUA OTTEN
Jul 2400:49:26Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailRealmIQ: Sessions – Episode SummaryIn this thought-provoking episode of RealmIQ: SESSIONS, Curt Doty interviews media entrepreneur Joshua Otten, a veteran in IP monetization and emerging technologies. The conversation dives deep into how generative AI is disrupting Hollywood’s traditional studio model — not by replacing creatives, but by empowering them to bypass the system entirely.Otten shares his vision of a new, creator-led production paradigm where AI tools enable filmmakers to produce high-quality, cost-effective content, own their IP, and control distribution. He argues that the real opportunity isn’t building another AI tool, but applying existing open-source solutions to rethink workflows, rights management, and storytelling.The duo critiques Big Tech’s race to commoditize AI and extract profits, emphasizing instead the importance of collaboration, hybrid workflows, and public benefit. They address the legal gray areas around copyright in AI-generated content and advocate for workflows that ensure both protection and originality.Curt and Josh also spotlight the CLOWD AI Film Festival, which promotes ethical, hybrid AI filmmaking and champions creators with real storytelling chops. They discuss the importance of elevating AI films beyond YouTube virality, envisioning a future where real humans and real tools work in concert to reimagine what filmmaking can be.Whether you're a filmmaker, technologist, or IP nerd, this episode is a compelling exploration of AI’s promise — and peril — in the future of storytelling.Topics DiscussedAI disruption in media and entertainmentHollywood’s outdated studio system and distribution monopolyThe studio vs. creator power shift enabled by AICopyright law in the age of AICreative ownership vs. public domain issuesCommoditization of AI tools and open-source alternativesImportance of hybrid workflows for copyright protectionOpportunities for collaborative, independent filmmakingRole of AI in post-production vs. content creationCLOWD AI Film Festival and ethical filmmakingTransmedia storytelling and future of interactive contentPublic benefit vs. shareholder capitalism in big techURLs MentionedLikeness Labs: https://www.likenesslabs.aiCLOWD AI Film Festival: https://www.clowdfilmfestival.com (user's implied)24i (CTV platform mentioned): https://www.24i.comQuotes“Let’s stop trying to get our movie made by the studios and start making our own movies using these tools.” — Joshua Otten“The real disruption is not AI replacing artists. It’s AI replacing studios.” — Joshua Otten“If you’re a filmmaker, your strategic advantage is storytelling. Most AI users have no idea how to tell a story.” — Curt Doty“AI is not the enemy — it's the tool that gives creatives more control over production, IP, and distribution.” — Joshua Otten“Hollywood Support the showSponsor our show - https://www.realmiq.com/sponsorsReceive our weekly newsletter: Subscribe on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7024758748661391360 Sign up for one of our workshops: https://www.realmiq.com/workshops Are you an AI Founder? Learn about our AIccelerator: https://www.realmiq.com/startupsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtdoty/Need branding or marketing? Visit: https://curtdoty.co/
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RealmIQ: SESSIONS with YULIA GUSHCHINA
Jul 800:40:14Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this episode of RealmIQ: SESSIONS, host Curt Doty interviews Yulia Gushchina, Head of Strategic Business Development at Filmustage, and discuss how their dynamic AI platform empowers filmmakers in pre-production processes such as script breakdowns, scheduling, analysis, synopsis crafting, and budgeting. She contrasts AI adoption in filmmaking between the U.S. and Europe, highlighting the faster pace in Hollywood and the stricter regulatory framework in the EU under the AI Act.While AI is accelerating certain tasks and will inevitably transform post-production roles, Yulia stresses that AI output still requires human oversight, cleanup, and responsibility. Filmustage is working to educate users and build trust as the industry navigates this technological shift.TOPICS DISCUSSEDFilmustage’s AI pre-production platformDifferences in AI adoption between U.S. and EuropeImpact of EU AI regulations on business processesAI’s role in speeding up script breakdown, scheduling, and budgetingIndie filmmakers as early AI adoptersStudios’ use of AI for rapid film project analysisImportance of interoperability with other toolsData privacy, IP protection, and security certificationsFuture of AI in filmmaking and post-productionAI as a tool vs. replacement of creative rolesCustomer education and user support processesPULL QUOTES“Indie filmmakers are making this revolution, that’s for sure. They want results, they don’t have a lot of money, they have brilliant ideas and they want to get the result.”— Yulia Gushchina“There’s no magic—it’s just software. Machine learning made by humans, not perfect.”— Yulia Gushchina“It’s the Wild West. So it’s very interesting that, as you’re developing your policies and your contracts, the government is weighing in and making recommendations—not really looking over your shoulder, but being that helpful partner, so to speak, to enable AI adoption.”— Curt“Indie is going to lead the way in this, and even in documentaries. I think there’s ways to use AI in documentaries with historical recreations and stuff like that… help support when you don’t have footage of Henry VIII.”— Curt“The challenge is not making faster films, but always making better films. Even without AI, Hollywood can pump out really bad movies.”— Curt“That first AI film that launches is going to be judged as a film, not as an ‘AI film,’ and suffer critique based on the story, the performance, the emotion—all those traditional things found in films.”— Curt“I’m interested in seeing what those professionals do with these tools—not be displaced, but become a superpower within the industry.”— Curt“It’s good to know that there’s still humans behind customer service, right? Everything can’t get automated yet.”— Curt“The number one concern in Hollywood is, number one, the protection of IP.”— CurtLearn more at https://filmustaSupport the showSponsor our show - https://www.realmiq.com/sponsorsReceive our weekly newsletter: Subscribe on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7024758748661391360 Sign up for one of our workshops: https://www.realmiq.com/workshops Are you an AI Founder? Learn about our AIccelerator: https://www.realmiq.com/startupsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtdoty/Need branding or marketing? Visit: https://curtdoty.co/
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RealmIQ: SESSIONS with LISA TRUBLET DE NERMONT
Jun 2100:44:03Tap to summarizeSend us Fan Mail In this episode of RealmIQ: Sessions, Host Curt Doty talks with Lisa Trublet de Nermont, a film tech entrepreneur and former Vimeo exec, shares the origin and mission of her new AI platform: Sinima, the first AI operating system (OS) for filmmakers. Designed to protect and empower creators, Sinima aims to bring ethical IP management, ownership, and monetization into the evolving AI filmmaking landscape. Lisa and the host dive into the intersection of AI, Web3, traditional Hollywood, and creator-first ecosystems, discussing the risks of generative AI misuse, the failure of big tech to protect artists, and how Sinima could redefine the future of filmmaking.🧠 Topics Discussed:Lisa’s career from film marketing to B2B SaaS to founding CinemaVulnerabilities of creators using mainstream AI platforms (e.g., Runway, Midjourney, OpenAI)The IP ownership crisis and unethical training data practicesSinima as a creator-first AI OS with Web3 and blockchain integrationWatermarking, real-time IP misuse alerts, and military-grade protectionThe Sinima marketplace for creators to sell trained assets and modelsToken usage monitoring for production efficiency and cost controlSinima’s support for hybrid filmmaking and legacy tool integrationA new model for A-list talent to control and monetize their likenessDemocratizing Hollywood: talent, unions, and the future of collaborationReplacing fragmented AI toolchains with seamless, frictionless productionFuture of AI films: hybrid vs. fully AI-generatedSinima’s startup strategy: lean, smart, and ethics-firstCall to action for investors, guilds, and creators to join the movement💬 Pull Quotes:“We’re not building a tool. We’re building an operating system—for filmmakers to own, create, and monetize their IP, ethically.” — Lisa“Legacy Hollywood is slow and bloated. Cinema is lean and lightning-fast—built by filmmakers, for filmmakers.” — Lisa“We don't even have access to what users build. It's like a bank vault for your IP.” — Lisa“People have shiny object syndrome. They're moving fast without thinking about the intellectual property damage.” — Lisa“Studios are chasing cost savings. But the real value is re-employing the creative workforce with new models of ownership.” — Curt“Imagine if Scorsese trained his own tone, look, and style—and sold it. That’s the future Sinima enables.” — Lisa“The first truly AI-generated film will be judged like any other. It won't be an AI film. It will be a film.” — Curt“Actors should have the right to license themselves for reshoots. It’s flexibility and fairness, not replacement.” — Lisa“If we don’t build ethical AI platforms now, the studios will lose their talent. Full stop.” — Lisa“I’m not trying to be first. I’m trying to be right.” — LisaJoin the Waitlist - https://www.bright-theory.com/sinima-osSupport the showSponsor our show - https://www.realmiq.com/sponsorsReceive our weekly newsletter: Subscribe on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7024758748661391360 Sign up for one of our workshops: https://www.realmiq.com/workshops Are you an AI Founder? Learn about our AIccelerator: https://www.realmiq.com/startupsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtdoty/Need branding or marketing? Visit: https://curtdoty.co/
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RealmIQ: SESSIONS with TIM EL-SHEIKH
Apr 4, 202500:46:38Tap to summarizeSend us Fan Mail In this season 3 episode of RealmIQ: SESSIONS, Curt talks with Tim El Sheikh, founder of Nebuli and host of The CEO Retort podcast, joins from London to unpack his extraordinary journey from biomedical science and competitive sports to launching one of the world’s first augmented intelligence studios. The conversation explores his early exposure to tech in Abu Dhabi, the collision of sports and science in his life, and the ethical dilemmas that led him to create a human-centered, VC-free AI company.Together, Curt and Tim examine the broken state of AI ethics, the commodification of personal data, why regulation is necessary but insufficient, and how trust—not scale—will define the next wave of innovation. They close by imagining a utopian “solarpunk” future where ethics and imagination guide AI development, not greed or dystopian fantasies.Topics DiscussedTim’s origin story: From martial arts and basketball to biomedical science and codingFounding an ad network for scientific journals pre-Google AdsEarly ethical red flags around user data sharing in biotechThe birth of Nebuli: ethics-first, VC-free AI studioAI in science, healthcare, education, and the environmentDangers of unregulated AI and irresponsible VC-driven techCopyright, data scraping, and etiquette in AI trainingPolitics, misinformation, and the Hollywood-ification of AIWhy we won’t reach AGI in five years (and maybe never should)The post-hype AI future and the necessity of trustUtopian vs dystopian narratives: choosing imagination over fearHow creators, not governments, may save AI’s futureQuotes"There's no intelligence in AI. It doesn't know you're a child. It doesn't know the content is toxic." — Tim El Sheikh"I realized I could no longer be part of a system where investors said, ‘Let’s just sell Kurt’s data.’" — Tim El Sheikh"We pride ourselves as one of the very few AI companies that have no VCs. That independence is an advantage." — Tim El Sheikh"Innovation isn’t stifled by regulation. What stifles innovation is lack of imagination and lack of funding." — Tim El Sheikh"Trust is going to be the most important differentiator in AI after the hype dies." — Tim El Sheikh"If we can terraform Mars, why not regenerate the Sahara? There's still oxygen there." — Tim El Sheikh"Hollywood has warped our understanding of AI. We don’t need humanoids. That’s not where the magic is." — Curt Doty"I’m an AI optimist—but I’m realistic too. We need to expose the good and the bad." — Curt DotySupport the showSponsor our show - https://www.realmiq.com/sponsorsReceive our weekly newsletter: Subscribe on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7024758748661391360 Sign up for one of our workshops: https://www.realmiq.com/workshops Are you an AI Founder? Learn about our AIccelerator: https://www.realmiq.com/startupsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtdoty/Need branding or marketing? Visit: https://curtdoty.co/
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RealmIQ: SESSIONS with ALEX SERDIUK
Apr 4, 202500:43:37Tap to summarizeSend us Fan Mail In this episode of RealmIQ: SESSIONS, Curt interviews Alex Serdiuk, co-founder and CEO of Respeecher, an Emmy Award-winning AI voice cloning company based in Kyiv, Ukraine. Alex shares the journey of building Respeecher, its early breakthroughs, and how the company now works with top Hollywood studios, game developers, and the music industry. He discusses how synthetic voice technology is being ethically applied to dubbing, accent correction, and resurrecting historical or deceased voices—while also confronting controversy, fear, and ethical landmines in emerging media.The conversation dives into voice cloning used for Luke Skywalker in The Mandalorian, accent correction in The Brutalist, and the resurrection of hip-hop artists' voices through Vocal Roots AI. Alex emphasizes the critical importance of ethics, permissions, and trust when using synthetic voice, and shares insights into the future of voice-first interfaces, synthetic media, and new real-time applications of Respeecher's technology. Topics DiscussedOrigin and evolution of RespeecherVoice cloning breakthroughs at Grammarly HackathonAI use in Hollywood films (The Mandalorian, Book of Boba Fett)Gaming industry’s demand for scalable voiceover solutionsUse of AI for character voices, aging voices, and localizationThe Brutalist controversy and media misinterpretationsAccent correction and AI’s role in post-productionEthics and permission-based voice synthesisVocal Roots AI: Reanimating hip-hop legends with Frank NittySynthetic voice for multilingual music and interactive artist engagementDeepfake concerns vs. synthetic mediaTrust and transparency in AI creative collaborationsNew real-time text-to-speech capabilitiesRespeecher’s future in hospitality, holograms, and real-time AI agentsChallenges of educating clients, investors, and creativesConcept of Creative-Centered AI and synthetic media as a legitimate categoryQuotes "The goal of high-quality synthetic voice technology is to be indistinguishable from real speech." — Alex Serdiuk"We are conservative with ethics. No one can use Respeecher without the voice owner's permission." — Alex Serdiuk"Trust is what makes top talent like Mark Hamill and Adrian Brody comfortable using our tech." — Alex Serdiuk"The technology is neutral. It's creatives who define its purpose and elevate its potential." — Alex Serdiuk"Creative-centered AI is what will elevate this technology—it’s not just tech, it's about imagination." — Curt Doty"Synthetic media is a new category that deserves distinction from deepfakes." — Curt Doty"We’re at the edge of a change where our devices aren’t just tools—they’re partners." — Alex SerdiukSupport the showSponsor our show - https://www.realmiq.com/sponsorsReceive our weekly newsletter: Subscribe on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7024758748661391360 Sign up for one of our workshops: https://www.realmiq.com/workshops Are you an AI Founder? Learn about our AIccelerator: https://www.realmiq.com/startupsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtdoty/Need branding or marketing? Visit: https://curtdoty.co/
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RealmIQ: SESSIONS with ANDY BEACH
Mar 29, 202500:46:38Tap to summarizeSend us Fan Mail In this podcast episode of RealmIQ: SESSIONS we feature Andy Beach, a technology strategist, advisor, and author, specializing in AI, media, and digital transformation. As the former CTO of Media & Entertainment at Microsoft, Beach shares insights into AI's impact across industries, including media, sports, entertainment, and music. The discussion covers AI-driven workflows, copyright concerns, ethical AI, and how AI is reshaping production, content distribution, and consumer interaction. Topics DiscussedAI’s impact on media, entertainment, and sportsAI’s evolution in content production, distribution, and monetizationHollywood’s slow adoption of AI and governance concernsEthical AI, copyright challenges, and content provenanceThe AI "bubble" and rapid industry disruptionBranding and advertising in an AI-driven landscapeDeepfakes, digital twins, and AI-generated avatarsAI in music, including estate management and virtual voicesChina’s role in AI development and global competitionAI’s influence on streaming and content discoveryThe role of AI governance in media organizationsQuotes "People were highly unaware of where they were already using machine learning. AI has been in Netflix recommendations, closed captions, and voice assistants for years." – Andy Beach"Hollywood has been slow to adopt AI, but the thaw is happening at the studio level." – Andy Beach"The AI adoption bubble isn’t bursting anytime soon. People will continue integrating AI into their workflows, businesses, and creativity." – Andy Beach"AI will democratize creativity, but the people who push its boundaries will stand out." – Andy Beach"The debate over AI’s impact on copyright and provenance is just beginning. The EU is ahead of the U.S. on AI policy." – Andy Beach"We are not done with AI’s innovation bubble. The technology is evolving so fast that what’s done today will look quaint tomorrow." – Andy Beach"More content isn’t the issue—content discovery is. AI will have to fix that broken experience." – Andy Beach"The studios and music industry are moving cautiously with AI, but independent creators are advancing faster." – Andy Beach"AI could personalize our streaming experience, but right now, it’s just chaos. Someone needs to fix it." – Curt Doty"We’ve entered the era of digital twins. AI can bring back artists, but do we really want Elvis selling us hamburgers?" – Curt Doty"What’s ironic is that billions are being poured into AI, but somehow, they can’t spare funds for licensing fees? If this can be solved with money, there’s no shortage of money." – Curt Doty"Social media agencies and creative firms are in panic mode. There’s fear, but also opportunity. If you don’t adopt AI, you’ll be replaced by someone who does." – Curt DotySupport the showSponsor our show - https://www.realmiq.com/sponsorsReceive our weekly newsletter: Subscribe on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7024758748661391360 Sign up for one of our workshops: https://www.realmiq.com/workshops Are you an AI Founder? Learn about our AIccelerator: https://www.realmiq.com/startupsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtdoty/Need branding or marketing? Visit: https://curtdoty.co/
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RealmIQ: SESSIONS with RENARD T. JENKINS
Mar 20, 202500:49:55Tap to summarizeSend us Fan Mail In this episode of RealmIQ: SESSIONS, Curt interviews Renard T. Jenkins, President and CEO of I2A2 Technologies, Studios, and Labs, discusses AI’s evolving role in Hollywood, the media and entertainment industries, and the creative process. Renard shares his journey from post-production to leading AI-driven innovations in media supply chains, automation, and content engagement. He provides insights into the changing Hollywood landscape, the impact of AI on animation, VFX, and voice acting, and how creatives can embrace AI to enhance storytelling rather than replace human-driven artistry.Topics Discussed:Renard’s Background & AI Journey – From post-production at Turner Broadcasting to leading AI-driven solutions.AI in Hollywood – How the industry’s perspective on AI has evolved from fear to cautious adoption.AI Studios & Emerging Trends – The rise of AI-focused studios like Promise, Staircase, and the impact of AI on production pipelines.VFX & Animation – The disruption in the industry and how AI is reshaping workflows.Voice Acting & AI – The ethical concerns and technical advancements in synthetic voice generation.The Future of Hollywood – How AI might reshape the business model for studios, content distribution, and storytelling.Creative-Centered AI – The importance of keeping creatives in control of AI tools.Blockchain & DRM – The potential of blockchain in IP protection and content monetization.AI’s Role in Film & Streaming Disruptions – Can AI be a savior for Hollywood’s current challenges?The Future of Independent Studios – Why smaller studios might rise in prominence while traditional ones shift towards distribution.Inclusive Innovation – The philosophy behind I2A2’s development approach, ensuring AI tools serve real creative needs.Pull Quotes with Attributions:"I'm a creative first and a curious engineer second." – Renard T. Jenkins"AI isn't replacing jobs; it's creating new ones." – Renard T. Jenkins"VFX and animation will push AI adoption forward more than any other sector in Hollywood." – Curt Doty"True creatives need to take the reins of AI, or we'll stay stuck in this AI slop era." – Curt Doty"The big studios are going to shift from content creators to content distributors." – Renard T. Jenkins"Every technology change has promised efficiency, but quality storytelling remains a human endeavor." – Renard T. Jenkins"AI alone won’t save Hollywood, but independent studios will rise and redefine the industry." – Renard T. Jenkins"Innovation without purpose is just noise—real impact comes when creatives push AI forward." – Curt DotyRenard's Companyhttps://i2a2.io/Support the showSponsor our show - https://www.realmiq.com/sponsorsReceive our weekly newsletter: Subscribe on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7024758748661391360 Sign up for one of our workshops: https://www.realmiq.com/workshops Are you an AI Founder? Learn about our AIccelerator: https://www.realmiq.com/startupsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtdoty/Need branding or marketing? Visit: https://curtdoty.co/
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RealmIQ: SESSIONS with CRIS MOORE
Mar 12, 202500:48:26Tap to summarizeSend us Fan Mail This episode of Realm IQ Sessions kicks off Season 3 with guest Cris Moore, a professor at the Santa Fe Institute and a former professor at UNM. The discussion centers around AI regulation, bias in machine learning, and the role of AI in consequential decision-making like criminal justice, lending, and healthcare. Cris shares insights from his work auditing risk assessment algorithms used in the legal system and advocates for state-level AI legislation aimed at ensuring fairness, transparency, and accountability in AI-powered decisions. The conversation also explores big tech's resistance to regulation, the potential and risks of AI in creative fields, and the ethical implications of AI-driven decision-making.Topics DiscussedAI in Criminal Justice – The use of AI in pretrial risk assessment and its potential biases.AI and Bias – How machine learning perpetuates historical biases and the need for transparency.Big Tech vs. Regulation – The resistance of tech giants against AI laws and consumer rights.State-Level AI Legislation – House Bill 60 in New Mexico and similar efforts in other states.Consumer Protection & AI – The need for disclosure and recourse in AI-driven decisions.Privacy and Data Rights – How companies collect and monetize user data without consent.AI in Creativity & Media – The impact of AI on artists, designers, and content creation.AI and Critical Thinking – The importance of human judgment in using AI responsibly.AI’s Role in the Future Workforce – How AI changes job markets, particularly in creative and technical fields.Blockchain & Digital Provenance – Potential solutions for tracking and monetizing creative work.Pull Quotes & Credits“It's not that AI is bad, it's that black boxes are bad.” – Cris Moore“If I could go back in time and replace a Jim Crow judge with an AI, I probably would.” – Cris Moore“Big tech does not always have small business people's best interests at heart.” – Cris Moore“AI should be a tool for liberation, not another force of inequality.” – Cris Moore“This just feels different.” – Curt Doty“AI is not just another tool—it's accelerating at a speed that makes it feel fundamentally different from past innovations.” – Curt Doty“We are the data. It’s not an abstract concept—everything we do is training these systems.” – Curt Doty“Creative-centered AI is the future—AI should enhance creativity, not replace it.” – Curt DotySupport the showSponsor our show - https://www.realmiq.com/sponsorsReceive our weekly newsletter: Subscribe on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7024758748661391360 Sign up for one of our workshops: https://www.realmiq.com/workshops Are you an AI Founder? Learn about our AIccelerator: https://www.realmiq.com/startupsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtdoty/Need branding or marketing? Visit: https://curtdoty.co/
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RealmIQ: SESSIONS with AGNES CHAVEZ
Mar 4, 202500:40:02Tap to summarizeSend us Fan Mail This episode of Realm IQ Sessions features a conversation Curt Doty and Agnes Chavez, a new media artist and educator who integrates art, science, and technology to foster humanitarian and ecological awareness. She is the founder of STEM Arts Lab, a nonprofit that delivers STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) programming and site-specific installations for schools, art organizations, and festivals.Agnes discusses her use of AI in data visualization, generative art, and immersive installations like Space Messengers, which blends AI, youth engagement, and participatory art to explore space, consciousness, and the universe. She shares insights on ethical AI practices, the future of education, and empowering youth through AI literacy, critical thinking, and project-based learning.Topics DiscussedSTEM to STEAM EvolutionThe integration of arts into STEM to create STEAM.The importance of interdisciplinary learning.AI in Art and EducationHow AI is categorizing, organizing, and visualizing human-generated messages.The use of small language models for controlled, ethical AI-driven installations.Space Messengers & AI-Powered Data VisualizationReal-time interactive AI-generated poetry and scientific messaging.AI assisting in correcting scientific misinformation in participatory installations.Ethical AI and Youth EngagementEncouraging responsible AI usage through hands-on involvement.Training students in custom GPTs, generative coding, and AI-assisted music creation.The Future of Education in the AI EraProject-based learning vs. traditional rote memorization.The role of AI in supporting, not replacing, fundamental skills like coding.AI’s Impact on Creative FieldsThe shift toward Creative-Centered AI (CCAI).How artists and designers shape AI’s potential rather than being replaced by it.New Mexico’s Role in Art, Tech & AIThe creative and natural inspiration of New Mexico’s landscape.The vibrant artistic and scientific community in Taos and Santa Fe.Upcoming Events & InitiativesSTEM Arts Lab Boot Camp (March 8, 2025) at UNM Taos Hive.El Sailon AI Salon in Santa Fe, featuring a fireside chat with Agnes Chavez.Quotes · “AI is not just generating content—it’s a collaborator, shaping our creative process.”– Agnes Chavez“STEM Arts is about integrating science, technology, and ethics into art, ensuring students critically engage with AI rather than fear it.”– Agnes Chavez“Creative people will take AI to the next level—those with vision, not just tools, wSupport the showSponsor our show - https://www.realmiq.com/sponsorsReceive our weekly newsletter: Subscribe on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7024758748661391360 Sign up for one of our workshops: https://www.realmiq.com/workshops Are you an AI Founder? Learn about our AIccelerator: https://www.realmiq.com/startupsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtdoty/Need branding or marketing? Visit: https://curtdoty.co/
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