Human Pulse

Living Well with Technology, episode 39 of the Human Pulse Podcast. We revisit the core concepts of the "Slow AI" approach: Good, Clean, and Fair AI, as originally discussed in ep. #33. We talk about targeted professional tools such as England’s NHS AI-assisted triage, the shift from expert to supervisor, Anthropic's Claude science, the potential revolution of sodium-ion batteries, Morocco’s "wate...

Living Well with Technology, episode 38 of the Human Pulse Podcast. We were both fascinated by the dancer and roboticist Catie Cuan and how she studied our interactions with robots by dancing with them. That led us to exploring why movement is our evolutionary superpower for decoding intent, how "World Models" differ from traditional LLMs, and why making robots "street smart" through physical and...

Living Well with Technology, episode 37 of the Human Pulse Podcast . The conversation was sparked by Joan Westenberg’s essay, "How We Lost the Living Now," which details how the 1840s railway expansion forced the synchronization of local clocks, transforming time from a fluid, personal experience into a rigid commodity. And there’s a striking parallel to the modern GenAI revolution: instead of fre...

Living Well with Technology, episode 36 of the Human Pulse Podcast . In this episode, we explore the complex relationship between humans and AI, discussing historical cycles of technological change, the potential of AI to improve lives, and the importance of maintaining agency and optimism amidst rapid innovation. ——— Chapters (00:00) Quote (00:19) Intro (02:44) Cycles of Technology and Human Bias...

Living Well with Technology , episode 35 of the Human Pulse Podcast . In this episode, Anne and Fabrice explore the fascinating (and often quite disturbing) intersection of history and artificial intelligence. They dive into the world of "Vintage LMs"—AI models trained on data with strict historical cutoffs—to see how they predict a future that has already happened. The conversation evolves into a...

Living Well with Technology, episode 34 of the Human Pulse Podcast . After an episode focused on the "fast at all costs" culture of AI, they flip the script to look for the "optimistic" side of technology. From high-tech exoskeletons and medical breakthroughs to environmental solutions and the perfect glass of wine, this episode explores technology that is genuinely helpful, human-centric, and env...

Living Well with Technology. In Episode 33 of the Human Pulse Podcast, hosts Anne Trager and Fabrice Neuman explore the rush to adopt AI and automation, driven by FOMO and a desire not to be left behind. They also develop the concept of the slow AI movement, based on the slow food one, emphasizing the need for more intentional and discerning use of AI tools, prioritizing usefulness, trustworthines...

Living Well with Technology. In Episode 32 of the Human Pulse Podcast , hosts Fabrice Neuman and Anne Trager explore how questioning habits and assumptions about technology can lead to more intentional and joyful use of devices. They share personal stories about revisiting device usage, reducing device clutter, and aligning tech choices with values. ——— Chapters 00:00 Intro Quote 00:09 Introductio...

Living Well with Technology. In Episode 31 of the Human Pulse Podcast, hosts Anne Trager and Fabrice Neuman discuss the growing frustration with AI-driven customer service and the increasing value (understand paying for) placed on human interaction. They explore the concept of the empathy economy, where human connection is seen as a luxury, and the implications of AI fatigue on consumer behavior....

Living Well with Technology. In Episode 30 of the Human Pulse Podcast , hosts Anne Trager and Fabrice Neuman delve into the complexities of living in a world saturated with abundance and distractions. They discuss the concept of anhedonia, the inability to find joy in activities, as highlighted by Dr. Anna Lemke, and how the relentless pursuit of pleasure can lead to a cycle of stress and dissatis...

Living Well with Technology. In Episode 29 of the Human Pulse Podcast , hosts Anne Trager and Fabrice Neuman discuss the implications of the multiverse trope in media, the concept of 'slop' in information, and the challenges of discerning truth in an AI-driven world. They explore the change in scale of information vs sources available today, the role of trust in society, and practical steps to nav...

Living Well with Technology. In Episode 28 of the Human Pulse Podcast , hosts Fabrice Neuman and Anne Trager explore the intricate relationship between technology and education, emphasizing the importance of connectivity and digital literacy. They discuss the challenges and opportunities presented by rapid technological advancements, particularly in the context of education. The conversation highl...

Living Well with Technology. In Episode 27 of the Human Pulse Podcast , hosts Anne Trager and Fabrice Neuman shift from practical tech advice to a philosophical discussion on the evolving relationship between humans and machines. Inspired by the work of philosopher Jean-Michel Besnier, they explore whether our reliance on intelligent technology enriches our lives or causes us to surrender our huma...

Living Well with Technology. In this episode, Fabrice Neuman and Anne Trager speak with Stephanie Thurrott, a seasoned freelance writer and content creator with over 20 years of experience. Stephanie defines "living well with technology" through the concepts of energy management and magic. Our conversation explores digital boundaries. Stephanie recounts practicing balance over detox during a vacat...

Living Well with Technology. In this episode, Anne Trager and Fabrice Neuman delve into the complexities of managing interruptions and notifications in our technology-driven lives. They explore how constant notifications can affect our focus, relationships, and productivity, and discuss strategies for finding a balance between responsiveness and deep work. The conversation highlights the importanc...

Living Well with Technology. In this episode of the Human Pulse Podcast, hosts Fabrice Neuman and Anne Trager discuss the implications of artificial intelligence on intellectual property with guest Raymond Hegarty. They explore the intersection of creativity and technology, the essence of originality, and the evolving landscape of intellectual property rights in an AI-driven world. On the table ar...

Living Well with Technology. In this episode of the Human Pulse Podcast, Fabrice Neuman and Anne Trager discuss the ongoing tension between form and function in technology, particularly in the context of recent smartphone releases and generative AI tools. They explore how cognitive biases, such as the novelty bias, influence consumer behavior and decision-making in tech adoption, and discuss the p...

In this episode, Anne and Fabrice dive into the current wave of AI hype, fears, and reality checks. From doomsday predictions about artificial intelligence wiping out humanity, to practical examples like Google’s Pixel 10 AI tools and the ever-trustworthy Ember mug, the conversation swings between optimism, skepticism, and playful curiosity. They explore whether AI is truly an existential risk, th...

Episode Overview Living Well with Technology. In this episode of The Human Pulse Podcast, hosts Anne Trager and Fabrice Neuman welcome Dr. Antoine Eid, creator of the Meet Yourself personality assessment and founder of the Human Index. Together, they explore the fascinating intersections between personality, technology, and human potential. From how our innate traits shape our relationship with te...

Living Well with Technology. In this episode of the Human Pulse podcast, Fabrice Neuman and Anne Trager explore the implications of AI in addressing loneliness, the importance of discomfort for personal growth, and the complexities of human-AI interactions. They discuss the potential benefits and risks of AI companions, the role of boredom in fostering creativity, and the ethical considerations su...

Living Well with Technology. In this episode of the Human Pulse podcast, hosts Anne Trager and Fabrice Neuman delve into the complexities of artificial intelligence, discussing its potential, common misuses, and the importance of using AI as a tool rather than a crutch. They explore how AI can enhance creativity and productivity when used correctly, emphasizing the need for specificity in prompts...

Recording Date: June 1st, 2025 Hosts: Fabrice Neuman – Tech Consultant for Small Businesses & Anne Trager – Human Potential & Executive Performance Coach Episode Overview Living Well with Technology. In this episode, Fabrice and Anne revisit Fabrice’s frustrating experiences with robot vacuums and explore how our relationships with household machines might evolve—especially through voice i...

Living Well with Technology. Media psychologist Dr. Jerri Lynn Hogg, our first ever guest on Human Pulse, joins us to unpack what it means to live well with technology. Jerri Lynn illustrates how tech “disappears” when it’s seamlessly woven into daily routines—from glancing at an Apple Watch for the weather to teleporting friends to a virtual beach in Second Life. We dive into the unseen costs of...

Living Well with Technology. In this episode, Fabrice and Anne unpack the distinction between efficiency (maximizing resource use) and productivity (output volume), emphasizing that true efficiency starts with clarifying where you add value and building foundational habits before layering on tech. They share personal experiments—from biohacking basics like prioritizing sleep to painful ecosystem s...

Living Well with Technology. In this episode, Anne Trager and Fabrice Neuman dive into the evolving relationship between humans and AI, exploring how emerging tools are reshaping creativity, personal productivity, and even our sense of resilience. Anne shares her experiments with generative AI tools like Manus and DeepSeek, and how she’s using AI to fuel divergent thinking. Fabrice reflects on Mic...