William Nobrega

A Perfect World; With Unintended Consequences

Technology EN ↓ 8 episodes

A Perfect World is a conversation-driven podcast exploring the rapidly evolving intersection of AI, robotics, and the future of human innovation . Each episode brings together experts, creators, and curious thinkers to examine how emerging technologies are reshaping the way we live, work, and understand the world. From breakthrough developments in machine learning and automation to the ethics of digital life and the role of humanity in a tech-led future, our goal is simple: make complex ideas accessible, engaging, and meaningful . Whether you’re an engineer, a student, or simply tech-curious,...

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William Nobrega

Episodes

Episode 17 - Professor Qin Rongjun 13.04.2026 24:35

This podcast recording features a conversation between William Nobrega , author of the forthcoming book A Perfect World with Unintended Consequences , and Professor Rongjun Qin from Ohio State University. The episode focuses on the convergence of AI, humanoid robotics, and genetic engineering , exploring the societal implications of these rapidly advancing technologies. Key themes discussed in the...

A Perfect World: Episode 16 - Professor Sumit Sharma 06.03.2026 28:27

In Episode 16 of the podcast, host William Nobrega sits down with Professor Sumit Sharma, an Associate Professor at Ohio University. The episode explores the ethical and technological frontiers of modern science, focusing on the convergence of artificial intelligence, robotics, and genetic engineering. Key Discussion Points: The Future of Genetic Engineering: Professor Sharma discusses the inevita...

A Perfect World: Episode 15 - Professor Bolong Cao 05.02.2026 32:35

In this episode, host William Nobrega , author of the forthcoming book A Perfect World with Unintended Consequences , sits down with Professor Bolong Cao to discuss the "best and worst of times" in our rapidly evolving technological landscape. Professor Cao, an Associate Professor of Economics at Ohio University, shares his unique perspective as a member of the "top 0.1%" of power users of advance...

Episode 14- Professor Daniel Karney 22.01.2026 33:10

Today we are joined by Associate Professor of Economics Daniel Karney. We have a great discussion about the future of economics and if there is a permanent underclass forming.

Episode 13: Professor Xiangxu Lin 04.12.2025 23:34

Today, we are joined by Associate Professor Xiangxu Lin. We talk about AI, Convergence, and what humanoid robots will look like in the future.

Episode 12 20.11.2025 22:47

This is a solo episode. We dive into genetic engineering, and what jobs may look like in the future.

A Perfect World Episode 11: Michael Fruhling 06.11.2025 28:30

Today we are joined by Ohio State Proffesor Michael Fruhling

Episode 10: Christopher Quolke (Ohio Uninversity) 03.11.2025 38:16

This week we are joined by ASCENT project manager Christopher Quolke from Ohio Uninverstiy. We had a great conversation about AI and how it will be applied in the real world going forward.