The Narrow Window

In the season finale of The Narrow Window , I’m joined by Steven Duggan , Vice President of Vollee, to explore how AI is transforming industries - from personalised learning and healthcare to public safety and justice. We dive into the real-world challenges and unexpected breakthroughs, from AI improving cancer screenings and organ transplant decisions to solving cold cases and even exploring the...

In this episode, I was joined by Dr. Kelvin McQueen, assistant professor of philosophy at Chapman University, explore the line between mind and matter. From how we measure consciousness in humans to whether plants, animals, and machines have internal experiences, the conversation spans quantum physics, integrated information theory, and the profound ethical dilemmas of building potentially conscio...

In this episode, I was joined by Laurel Waterman - a dedicated researcher in the field of consciousness education - to challenge our assumptions about mind, matter, and the nature of being. We explored the possibility that consciousness might not be confined to the brain, discussing everything from post materialist theories and the transformative power of storytelling to the practical implications...

Ever wondered how AI really “thinks”? In the latest episode of The Narrow Window , I describe the inner workings of neural networks. We’ll explore shock in Norway and multi-dimensional geometry. If you’re fascinated by the black box mystery of AI, this episode is for you. This episode breaks down:• How AI generates responses using statistical probabilities and a dash of randomness• The surprising...

In this thought-provoking conversation, I was joined by climate economist Dr. Gernot Wagner to explore geoengineering as a potential, albeit highly controversial, tool to counter climate change. We discuss: * Solar geoengineering: A “climate painkiller” that might incentivise complacency * The role of AI in refining climate models and guiding policy * Ethical and policy challenges, including moral...

Are we in the ‘electric tablecloth phase’ of AI? Every transformative technology goes through a period of wild speculation, misapplications, and misunderstandings before it becomes second nature. AI is no exception. * In this episode, we explore: * Why new technology often starts with dangerous misapplications * The hype cycle and how AI mirrors past tech revolutions * How misinformation, media na...

In this episode of The Narrow Window , I sit down with guest Dr. Morgan Frank , Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh , to explore the impact of artificial intelligence on labor markets . We dive into: * How AI is disrupting industries and creating new job redundancies * Whether increased productivity leads to higher wages or just benefits corporations * The democratisation of creati...

In this first short episode, I introduce the podcast and why I decided to create it. If you’re interested in reading The Narrow Window, you can find it on Amazon here: https://mybook.to/TheNarrowWindow This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thenarrowwindow.substack.com