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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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How do we move quantum computing from scientific milestone to measurable business value? 

It’s not an easy question to answer. 

When I first started covering this tech even the physicists charged with building such machines doubted the feasibility ... more

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For as far as we’ve come with AI and robotics, there’s still a huge gap when it comes to combining the two. AI excels in the digital space, and in the physical world, robots are often pre-programmed. That’s where physical AI comes in. It’s critical f... more

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Astro Teller, Alphabet’s Captain of Moonshots, joins us for a conversation about the importance of failure, workplace culture in a moonshot factory, and not throwing away your shot.

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Astro Teller is the Captain of Moonshots at X, Alphabet'... more

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AMD provides high-performance computing power that runs everything from your gaming console and personal laptop, to the giant supercomputers and AI systems that power the cloud. Its head of AI discusses the move from sequential to massively parallel ... more

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Recent Guests

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Vamsi Boppana
Senior Vice President for AI at AMD
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Episode: Shaping the Future of Intelligence
Yasmin Green
CEO of Jigsaw, an incubator inside Google focused on meaningful applications of technology.
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Jennifer Ewbank
Former Deputy Director of the CIA for Digital Innovation
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Episode: Meet the CIA's Former Digital Chief
Anna Topol
Chief Technology Officer and Distinguished Engineer at IBM Research
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Episode: Building AI’s Roadmaps
Swami Sivasubramanian
Vice President at AWS, leads agentic AI.
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Episode: AI Agents = Intelligence Taking Action on Its Own
Amar Kendale
Co-founder and president of Homeward Health, focusing on transforming rural healthcare.
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Episode: How Tech Could Help Fix Rural Healthcare
David Wong
Chief Product Officer at Thomson Reuters
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Episode: How to Build a Cybernetic Lawyer
Evan Smith
CEO and co-founder of Altana, a product network company.
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Episode: Making Sense of Supply Chains and Tariffs

Host

Jennifer Strong
Host of SHIFT, focusing on the intersection of technology and society, exploring how automation impacts daily life and the future.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • "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 States2 years ago
  • "Best new podcast I discovered

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kit S. Hamm
    United States2 years ago
  • Love your podcast Jennifer!

    Thanks for so many insightful episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fbitdv
    Spain2 years ago

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Exceptional AI podcast—insightful discussions, diverse topics, and clear explanations. A must-listen for anyone interested in cutting-edge technology.
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.
Really enjoy the unique stories and perspectives - perfect listening length.
Great insights!
This is a very thoughtful podcast that is charming and informative.

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Encore: How to Build a Moonshot Factory
Q: Do you wish your team could move at the speed of their ideas?
Teller views AI as a new tool that enhances creativity and efficiency, emphasizing its role in the innovation process rather than as a replacement.
Encore: How to Build a Moonshot Factory
Q: How do you create a work culture around that?
Teller explains that creating a work culture requires consistency in prioritizing values like audacity and humility, and how these are reflected in the organization's practices.
Encore: How to Build a Moonshot Factory
Q: Astro, do you mind to get us started by introducing yourself?
Astro Teller introduces himself as the captain of Moonshots at X, Alphabet's Moonshot Factory, and shares that being labeled this way doesn't fully define him.
Meet the CIA's Former Digital Chief
Q: What driven your passion for artificial intelligence and its role in national security?
Ewbank expressed that getting AI right was an existential issue for the CIA, crucial for national security and preventing obsolescence.
Giving Shape to AI
Q: Will you use AI for ethical reasons?
Both Robert and Matt express concerns about automating creativity and the human experience, emphasizing the need for a balance between technology and human input.

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

Exploring the vast implications of automation on everyday life, this weekly series tackles a variety of topics related to frontier technologies and artificial intelligence. Through insightful conversations, the discussions cover how these advancements are reshaping societal norms and influencing policy decisions. Listeners can expect thoughtful analysis on emerging technologies, security challenges, and the future landscape of industries impacted by automation. The podcast also delves into the intersection of innovation with human experience, striving to illuminate both the opportunities and obstacles technology presents in a rapidly evolving world.

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SHIFT launched 2 years ago and published 118 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on SHIFT include:

1. Daniela Rus
2. Vamsi Boppana
3. Yasmin Green
4. Jennifer Ewbank
5. Anna Topol
6. Swami Sivasubramanian
7. Amar Kendale
8. David Wong

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