Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: a new water source that can help alleviate pressures on this scarce commodity; a smart cat flap for your door that can stop your feline friend from bringing you ‘unwanted gifts’; how governments around the world are staying on top of AI guidelines; and how a flower delivery business is reshaping Valentine’s Day. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [10:06] Tatiana Estevez: permalution.com [19:03] App-tastic [27:10] Oliver ...
Feb 19, 2024•51 min•Ep. 369
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: putting AI guardrails in place around the world; how technology can be used to grow your business; how AI is being used to improve healthcare for women; and we talk about what a former OpenAI board member says about the delicate future of artificial intelligence. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [10:38] Putting in AI guardrails in place around the world [20:57] App-tastic [29:14] How technology can grow your business [...
Feb 06, 2024•52 min•Ep. 368
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: using human milk to develop medication that can help protect patients with immunodeficiencies; how extreme weather is affecting how we produce and deliver food; shedding light on how online defamation can affect people; and building the entrepreneurial spirit in the age of technology. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:57] Viraj Mane: lactiga.com [16:20] App-tastic [23:57] Alida Burke: thegrowcer.ca [32:03] Online De...
Jan 31, 2024•51 min•Ep. 367
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: a headband that can stop teeth grinding; the consequences of AI during record-breaking worldwide elections; a lamp that can keep seniors safe; and what the internet thinks about Apple Vision Pro. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:01] Bas Borgdorff: https://www.jawsense.com/ [16:50] App-tastic [25:24] AI & Worldwide Elections [34:01] Roeland Pelgrims: https://www.nobi.life/en [42:38] Socially Speaking You can als...
Jan 23, 2024•50 min•Ep. 366
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: creating art from other art with a new app; how to lead a happy life with Arthur C. Brooks; and we look at new tech for the new year with Marc Saltzman. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:15] Tristan Tiggeloven: popsandbox.com [17:23] Arthur Brooks: arthurbrooks.com [35:33] App-tastic [43:10] Marc Saltzman: marcsaltzman.com You can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter....
Jan 16, 2024•51 min•Ep. 365
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: new heat pump standards for improved cold-weather performance; Canadian AI regulation needs; Amber’s gift guide for a smarter home; and are we reaching the end of online search. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:25] Lorenzo Rossi: terravisenergy.com [16:13] App-tastic [23:54] Robert Piasentin [34:45] Amber’s Smart Home Gift Guide [42:04] Socially Speaking You can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on X(Twitter)....
Dec 19, 2023•50 min•Ep. 364
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: reducing food waste by upcycling spent beer grains; developing an alternative to meat with an animal fat-like liquid vegetable oil; innovations in underwater exploration & permanent habitats similar to the international space station; and the climate impact of today’s artificial intelligence tools. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [07:24] Aviaja Riemann-Andersen: https://agrainproducts.com/ [15:50] App-tastic [23:2...
Dec 12, 2023•50 min•Ep. 363
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: the alarming increase in teen ‘sextortion’; the risk of greenwashing in reaching global climate goals; why Amazon blocking over 200 million suspected fake reviews in its store matters and what it means to the average online shopper; plus the new app from Tinder's ex-boss that's supposed to solve relationship problems. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:54] The Alarming Increase in Teen ‘Sextortion’ [17:58] App-tastic...
Dec 05, 2023•51 min•Ep. 362
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how one company is making surgical training equitable; how an innovative enzyme is helping the world’s crops stay healthy; predictions for the future of AI; and Amber has the hottest tech for teens for this holiday season. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [07:16] Dr. Elliot Street: inovus.org [15:02] App-tastic [22:18] Pernille Hede: healthycrop.dk [29:33] Arun Iyengar: untether.ai [39:53] Amber’s Tech for Teens You ca...
Nov 28, 2023•49 min•Ep. 361
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: replacing just 20% of single-use plastic packaging with reusable alternatives can offer an economic opportunity of at least $10 billion; how companies can protect themselves against cybersecurity threats through a unique blend of people and technology; a look at the best deals in tech before the holiday season starts; and what happens when chatbots become an echo chamber. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:45] Allen ...
Nov 21, 2023•48 min•Ep. 360
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: what we can learn from women who run the most innovative and successful companies in the world; how to create better meat products for the planet, people, and animals; getting help as a new parent through the entire journey with Bobo; and what happens when all broadcasting is replaced with narrowcasting. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [05:58] Julia Boorstin: When Women Lead [14:19] App-tastic [21:10] Richard Dillon: ...
Nov 14, 2023•41 min•Ep. 359
This week on The Feed, Amber and Michael share a 3-part series featuring what it's like to work in mining both underground in Sudbury, Ontario and above the surface. Plus, what the hosts think of Elon Musk’s proclamation that AI might lead to the end of work. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:35-25:04] The Sudbury Mine Life Tour from THIS IS MINING: The Podcast on Spotify [32:22] App-tastic [40:58] Socially Speaking You can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter....
Nov 07, 2023•49 min•Ep. 358
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: diving into the future of cities on AI; Maclean’s Magazine generates an AI cover; opportunities for the next generation of gamers; and why attention spans are getting shorter and what it really means. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [11:03] The Future of Cities on AI [20:37] App-tastic [26:14] Sarah Fulford: https://macleans.ca/ [36:24] Alison Lacy: https://avalanchestudios.com/ [44:38] Socially Speaking You can also ...
Oct 31, 2023•51 min•Ep. 357
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how companies around the world are fighting climate issues; how we can create new climate-resistant crops; why you might want to jump on Threads; and the love/hate relationship with smart glasses. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [07:47] Laura Zizzo: https://www.manifestclimate.com/ [15:08] App-tastic [24:46] Brendan Collins: https://www.avalo.ai/ [32:46] Farah Mohamed: https://www.princestrust.ca/ [41:21] Socially Spe...
Oct 24, 2023•50 min•Ep. 356
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: we learn what it takes to be a viral nation; how today’s diverse workforces mean that employees want more choice including perks and incentives; our power friend Marc Saltzman stops by with his top smart home picks; the rise of being a digital clone as a new work opportunity. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:51] Neil Desai: https://www.viralnation.com/ [16:03] App-tastic [24:00] Brad Brochocki: https://bundl.co/ [3...
Oct 17, 2023•48 min•Ep. 355
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: an affordable robot that can scout burning buildings before sending in firefighters; creating safer spaces online; designing the future of work for young people who are underprepared; and 3 cybersecurity tips to stay safer online. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:59] Siddarth Thakur: paradigmrobotics.tech [15:35] App-tastic [22:22] Olivia DeRamus: ourcommunia.com [28;21] Farah Mohamed: www.princestrust.ca [36:35] C...
Oct 10, 2023•47 min•Ep. 354
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: Using menstrual blood as a diagnostic tool to help improve women’s health; solving the problem of growing fresh produce right at home all year long; how drone shows are taking over fireworks in cities and beyond; and why Apple is finally on board with the right-to-repair movement. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:40] Miriam Santer: theblood.io [16:40] App-tastic [24:31] Joséphine Thebault: urbancuisine.io [33:33] C...
Sep 19, 2023•50 min•Ep. 353
Why we need AI guardrails to protect the future of business. Where you will meet AI in your next job hunt and you can avoid the discrimination. Checking out new tech for school with Marc Saltzman. Why AI could be your next boss from hell. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:43] Steven Astorino: ibm.com [19:23] App-tastic [28:09] Running into AI in the job hunt [35:15] Marc Saltzman: marcsaltzman.com [43:07] Socially Speaking You can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter....
Sep 05, 2023•51 min•Ep. 352
Understanding the role of generative AI in the financial services industry. Tech tips and tools for a smooth September. A VR headset to help you with your reading by eliminating distractions. Plus, we dive into why Jordan Peterson has to go back to school for social media training. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:32] Caren Morrison: IBM [18:08] App-Tastic [26:34] Tech Tools and Tips for September [35;36] Ben Chelf: https://solreader.com/ [43:25] Socially Speaking You can also fi...
Aug 30, 2023•52 min•Ep. 351
Fully electric drones deliver mail in the UK. How Canadians are considering the risks and opportunities associated with AI technology. What a Taylor Swift concert tells us about the darkness of the online world. Why climate change is changing a leak detection business in a race for the future. Links to this week's stories and discussion: Duncan Walker: skyports.net App-tastic Elissa Strome: cifar.ca Yaron Dycian: wint.ai Socially Speaking You can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter....
Aug 22, 2023•52 min•Ep. 350
How HP is prioritizing sustainable practices and purchases. Can your passwords be cracked from the sound of your keyboard? The low-down on the future of federated learning and artificial intelligence. Why the future of activism looks like cyber warfare. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:26] Mary Ann Yule: hp.com [16:51] App-tastic [24:50] Joshua Harrison: joshua-harrison.com [34:03] Daniel Beutel: flower.dev [41:43] The Future Look of Activism is Cyber Warfare You can also find bo...
Aug 15, 2023•51 min•Ep. 349
Build your own role-playing game using AI. The impact of a password-less future. How to make conferences great again. How a viral video can help you spot the idiot in the room. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:17] Cat Burton: versed.game [17:03] Apptastic [23:12] Jeff Shiner: 1password.com [31:40] How To Make Conferences Great Again [41:21] How To Spot The Idiot In The Room Via Video You can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter....
Jul 04, 2023•50 min•Ep. 348
Google is making money by misdirecting ads. Can ‘borderless hiring’ help your company stay competitive? New tech to keep kids occupied on road trips. How AI images are changing the face of politics. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:45] Imran Ahmed: counterhate.com [19:23] Apptastic [26:35] Christy Shumann: toptal.com [35:04] New Summer Tech [42:28] AI Images Changing The Face of Politics You can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter....
Jun 27, 2023•50 min•Ep. 347
Brittlestar is back to chat about his new book and what it says about the online world today. Plus, we look at how to turn an ordinary wheelchair into a smart wheelchair and we break down the meaning of dark design in Socially Speaking. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:58] Aliza Rosen: getrex.app [16:33] Apptastic [25:38] Brittlestar: brittlestar.com [32:34] Dr. Pooja Viswanathan: brazemobility.com [40:51] What Exactly Is The Dark Design You can also find both AmberMac and Michae...
Jun 20, 2023•50 min•Ep. 346
Detecting heat emissions with infrared sensors and satellites to help companies achieve energy efficiencies. Plus, Marc Saltzman is back with the latest tech for Father's Day. We also talk about making patient transfer easier for everyone via a robotic patient transfer platform, and tech to help clear the air in your home. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:58] Anthony Baker: satellitevu.com [16:33] Apptastic [25:38] Marc Saltzman: marcsaltzman.com [32:34] Jayiesh Singh: ableinnova...
Jun 13, 2023•50 min•Ep. 345
Is Canuckle Candian enough? Plus, how to boost company morale in the age of remote work. Also, tech that can give today’s seniors the independence they want and what does the U.S. Surgeon General says about social media and then next generation. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:56] Mark Rogers: canucklegame.ca [17:39] Apptastic [25;25] Raphael Akinsipe: getsocialcrowd.com [33:50] Tech Tools & Tips for Seniors [42:33] What Does The U.S Surgeon Generals Say About the Next Gener...
May 30, 2023•51 min•Ep. 344
We take a deep dive into the subscription economy and your video streaming habits. Plus, the emails that managers should never send. Also, everything you need to know about AI regulation and how to lead a happier life by connecting with the science of your senses. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:32] Brendan Brady: Antenna [15:59] Apptastic [24:55] Emails Managers Should Never Send [33:24] Seb Wride: Public First [42:16] The Science of Your Senses You can also find both AmberMac ...
May 23, 2023•51 min•Ep. 343
Did you know fake soccer agents are a thing in Latin America? Camila Manera, Chief Data & Product Officer of Libro de Pases, explains how her company uses AI to help prevent scams. We also chat with CEO Alexi Traina about how HiNote can add more personality to your messaging. Calaxy is a social marketplace that helps users monetize their fan base directly (rather than through brand/advertising deals), and we’ve got Co-Founder & CEO Solo Ceesay to explain how. Finally, we talk about the r...
May 16, 2023•49 min•Ep. 342
We find out about a few of the 50 new upgrades at Airbnb with Jay Carney, Global Head of Policy & Communications. Plus, we dive into what Dove is doing to help the youth mental health crisis with the Self-Esteem Project. Also, Einride founder and CEO Robert Falck joins us to talk autonomous shipping technology. In Socially Speaking, we discuss what happens when robots run the radio. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:07] Jay Carney: airbnb.ca [19:05] Dove Self-Esteem Project [2...
May 09, 2023•51 min•Ep. 341
Sensible Weather’s CEO Nick Cavanaugh shares how they use climate tech to provide inclement weather travel insurance. CarbonRX CEO Marty Seymour talks about how carbon capture and agriculture are helping to fight the climate crisis. Think group chats get too messy? Wavelength CEO Richard Henry explains how their AI makes it easy to have multiple simultaneous conversations. In Socially Speaking, we discuss what AI audio impersonations mean for musical artists. Links to this week's stories and dis...
May 02, 2023•51 min•Ep. 340
