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Hosted by Jennifer Strong, SHIFT is a weekly podcast taking a closer look at the far-reaching impact of automation on our daily lives.

From policy to process, we seek to understand how lives are changing alongside rapid breakthroughs in frontier technologies and artificial intelligence. Join us as we navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by this reshaped reality.

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Nasrin Mostafazadeh, co-founder and CEO of Verneek, traces her path from a teenage robotics champion to founding an AI company with a boy at that same robotics competition, who later became her husband. She explains why 2026's wave of generic LLM sho... more

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Neo4j CTO Philip Rathle on why the AI systems reaching production aren't monolithic LLMs,  and why "attackers think in graphs" even when defenders don't.

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This episode of SHIFT was produced by Jennifer Strong with help from Emma Cillekens. ... more

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Planet co-founder Robbie Schingler argues AI's next leap requires teaching it about the physical world, not just text. Join us as he traces the company's path from university dorm-room satellites to a daily record of the planet, in the latest install... more

Water shows up at every stage of the AI supply chain: to manufacture chips, to generate the power that runs them, and then more water to cool the chips in data centers. It's believed that AI's water needs by 2030 could roughly match the drinking need... more

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Recent Guests

Philip Rathle
CTO at Neo4j
Neo4j
Episode: AGI Is the Wrong Question
Robbie Schingler
Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer, Planet Labs
Planet Labs
Episode: The Hard Part Wasn't Space
Christophe Beck
Chairman and CEO of Ecolab
Ecolab
Episode: The Hidden Water Cost of AI
Matt Mills
President at SailPoint
SailPoint
Episode: Nobody Knows How Many AI Agents They Have, and it’s Risky Business
Salima Bhimani
CEO of 10X Responsible Tech, former chief strategist for responsible technology at Alphabet (Waymo, Wing, DeepMind)
10X Responsible Tech
Episode: Invent Now: The Next Leap in Moonshots
Jack Newton
Founder and CEO of Clio
Clio
Episode: Most People With Legal Problems Never See a Lawyer. AI Might Change That.
Vijoy Pandey
Founder/Head of Outshift by Cisco, incubator inside Cisco
Outshift by Cisco
Episode: Building an Internet of Cognition
Cary Forest
Co-founder, Realta Fusion
Realta Fusion
Episode: The Race for Nuclear Fusion
Annie Kritcher
Co-founder and Chief Scientist
Inertia
Episode: The Race for Nuclear Fusion

Host

Jennifer Strong
Host of SHIFT, recognized for guiding conversations on automation, AI, and policy impacts across industries.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 53 ratings
  • Nice podcast

    Very good episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sobuz rahman alamin
    United States6 months ago
  • "Exceptional AI podcast

    "Exceptional AI podcast—insightful discussions, diverse topics, and clear explanations. A must-listen for anyone interested in cutting-edge technology."

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sherry J. Pierce
    United States2 years ago
  • An engaging AI podcast

    "An engaging AI podcast! Insightful discussions, diverse topics, and clear explanations make it a must-listen. Each episode offers valuable perspectives and keeps me coming back for more."

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nelson P. Ocasio
    United States2 years ago
  • "So impressed. “

    Everyone is human…everyone deserves to be heard.” The world needs more of this kind of show!"

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ronald M. Henson
    United States3 years ago
  • "Best new podcast I discovered

    Really enjoy the unique stories and perspectives - perfect listening length."

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kit S. Hamm
    United States3 years ago

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Episodes are seen as thoughtful and timely with diverse topics that stay accessible.
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Overall, the show is viewed as a valuable resource for understanding AI and automation trends.

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Nobody Knows How Many AI Agents They Have, and it’s Risky Business
Q: Why is it difficult to know how many non-human identities you have, and how should companies address this discovery phase?
Companies historically managed only human identities; now they must discover and classify non-human identities, which often leads to a messy inventory that requires categorization and ongoing monitoring to prevent gaps in security.
Nobody Knows How Many AI Agents They Have, and it’s Risky Business
Q: What does it mean for an organization to deploy AI agents and how do you manage their data risk?
The guest explains that governance must evolve to cover non-human identities, with clear visibility, centralized governance, and a human-in-the-loop approach to ensure accountability and rapid remediation when issues arise.
Invent Now: The Next Leap in Moonshots
Q: Why is it important to build moonshots with global input, not just Silicon Valley ideas?
Because real, scalable impact comes from understanding local contexts, geographies, and needs, and combining that with technology to solve problems that matter across different communities.
Invent Now: The Next Leap in Moonshots
Q: What did you see about how breakthroughs actually happen that contradicts the mythology around them?
Breakthroughs come from embedding technology within a broader ecosystem of people and contexts, rather than isolated genius; real progress happens when diverse perspectives are integrated and when leadership pushes for systemic change rather than solely chasing a single tech fix.
Quantum Computing’s Hardest Path Reaches a Breakthrough
Q: Why does Microsoft chase the hardest path to quantum computing with topological qubits?
Microsoft believes the topological qubit offers the essential combination of reliability, speed, and scalability needed for real-world, scalable quantum computing, even though it requires more challenging fabrication and longer development. The payoff is a more fault-tolerant, manufacturable system capable of solving useful problems at scale.

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Frequently Asked Questions About SHIFT

What is SHIFT about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show consistently explores how automation, AI, and emerging technologies reshape industries and everyday life. Episodes thread together themes like AI governance and ethics, enterprise readiness for agents and automation, data infrastructure and reliability, and real-world deployments—from space-derived data and water-efficient AI infrastructure to hospital robotics and cybersecurity. A notable throughline is translating complex frontier tech into practical implications for businesses, policy, and society, often featuring technical experts, executives, and researchers who illuminate scalable, responsible paths forward. The show often blends deep dives with practical considerations, sponsor integrations, and timely debates about risk, g... more

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1. Philip Rathle
2. Robbie Schingler
3. Christophe Beck
4. Matt Mills
5. Salima Bhimani
6. Jack Newton
7. Vijoy Pandey
8. Cary Forest

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