The Futurist Society Podcast

The best kinds of technology are often those created to make life better for everyone. This is what drives  Daniel Theobald , harnessing the power of technology to revolutionize the world. He is a thought leader in the space of robotics, founding companies Vecna Robotics and MassRobotics. In this episode, Daniel sits down with Doctor Awesome to discuss the evolution of the field and what the...

The exploration to space isn’t just about discovering new worlds beyond our own. It also has massive ramifications on our life here on Earth. Today’s space industry is deeply linked to deep tech affecting various industries. And the future is bright for the space industry, as is evident from our conversation with Raphael Roettgen, a space industry leader, technical evangelist, and futurist. Raphae...

As artificial intelligence becomes more rampant and finds its way into all aspects of work, the future surely looks bright. However, utilizing such emerging technologies requires utmost care and proper guidance. Joining Doctor Awesome is  Andi Mann , Global CTO and founder at  Sageable . He talks about the benefits of having a Chief Technology Officer, the democratization of technology,...

Many people don't realize that a lot of medicine is detective work. Every decision is based on the evidence available to you. However, there is an evidence gap in medicine today, making it difficult for those in this space to provide the appropriate care patients need. Brigham Hyde is bridging that evidence gap through his company, Atropos Health . Using millions of anonymized patient records, the...

A lot of different people are talking about what work is going to look like a number of years from now. It’s not just idle speculation; it’s a profound discussion that will eventually help us shape the new paradigms that will define work in the future. In this episode, we talk with Cassie Solomon , a leading change consultant and futurist specializing in disruptive technology, digital transformati...

Our genes tell us so much about our health. Having access to genetic information can help inform our decisions and shape our future health and well-being. Sitting at the intersection between genetics and health is Sherry Zhang , an obesity genomics researcher, a health tech entrepreneur, and the founder of GenoPalate —a leading direct-to-consumer digital health tech provider of personalized nutrit...

Everyone is condemning how terrible the industrial production of meat nowadays and calls for the adoption for far more humane approaches.  Kasia Gora, PhD. ,  CTO of  SciFi Foods ,  joins Doctor Awesome to talk about cultivated meat, which she believes is the answer to this growing concern. She shares how they grow animal cells outside of animals themselves to produce meat that...

AI’s future is more than technology. It involves enabling innovation, revolutionizing education, and promoting accessibility. Join us in this episode as  Kevin Dewalt , co-founder of  Prolego , talks about the cutting-edge developments, challenges, and exciting possibilities that AI brings to our world. AI is changing our lives in amazing ways. It has made programming easier to access an...

We are undeniably experiencing the profound effects of digital transformation; but in the midst of this phenomenon, we should always remember the human side. This is how Howard Rosen imagines the future of healthcare delivery should be. He is the CEO of Nova Insights , where he helps major healthcare industry companies in North America to create and deliver digital products that enhance their valu...

Out of all the senses, smell is probably the one that strongly brings out emotional memories and experiences. Closely related is our sense of taste, making our experience of food much more potent. Joining us today to dig deep into the future of smell and taste is Dr. Rachel Herz , a neuroscientist and world-leading expert on the psychological science of smell. She helps us understand the variables...

Many of us strive towards living long lives; but just as health risks grow as we age, we might say it’s quite a challenge. Dr. Eric Leire , a thought leader in the area of longevity and life extension, is aiding this goal. He is the CEO of Genflow Biosciences , a longevity gene therapy biotech that is driven by one mission: to deliver therapeutics that potentially halt or slow the aging process in...

With the pace of technological advancement, who says space settlement is not a possibility? In fact, space exploration, even for recreational purposes, is already happening via space tourism. What does this mean in the near future? Bringing on the show an expert in all things space, Doctor Awesome is with none other than Dr. David Livingston. Dr. Livingston is the founder and host of The Space Sho...

The future of cancer treatments is bright with the promise of personalized care. In this conversation, Dr. Laura Towart  shares some of the things they have been developing in the world of cancer treatments. She talks about the challenges small startups face when attempting to make significant breakthroughs in the field of personalized treatments, highlighting the need for more substantial fu...

Cognitive health is our shared responsibility – where culture, lifestyle, and innovation unite to shape a future free from the shadows of neurodegenerative diseases. In this episode, we have Dr. Tanisha Hill-Jarrett , neuropsychologist and a Global Atlantic Fellow for Equity in Brain Health at the University of California San Francisco. Today, Dr. Tanisha shares how our lifestyles, behaviors, and...

As technology continues to grow and evolve, it will continue to find its way into almost every single space, and education is no exception. In this episode, Doctor Awesome sits down with  Katrina Stevens , CEO of  The Tech Interactive , to talk about the future of science education. They discuss how immersive and interactive technological approaches can make learners more engaged and ret...

Health is more than just about the cure; at the heart of it is prevention. Having the right information in your hands could be the one thing that could prevent a health concern from growing before it is too late. With machine learning, we could pave the way for a predictive medicine approach. This is one of the main goals of  Feebris , a company that believes informative and efficient healthc...

Artificial intelligence and empathy in digital health can create a future in healthcare that empowers patients, focuses on prevention, and fosters a nurturing environment. In this episode, Julia Walsh , CEO of Brand Medicine International , discusses how online health searches can be a crucial tool in early diagnosis and treatment. She explores the groundbreaking potential of positive digital info...

There is so much pressure that kids experience. The pandemic, social media, and other factors increase the rates of kids having mental health issues. In this episode, Dr. Jason Kahn , Chief Science Officer and co-founder of Mightier , delves into the tools to help build emotional regulation in children. He sees video games help children to learn to handle their emotions and overcome behavioral cha...

The continuous rise of disruptive technology is changing the world as we know it. As artificial intelligence, robotics, blockchain, and more find themselves deeper into our daily lives, we must know how to live with them. But are they truly beneficial to humans or do they bring more harm than good? Doctor Awesome answers this question with Dr. Subodha Kumar , Founding Director for the Fox School o...

You’d be surprised to learn just how paradoxical and contentious the topic of human longevity is. On the one hand, almost every single person in this world wants to live longer. On the other hand, mainstream opinion generally holds nihilistic and dystopian views of a future where everyone lives longer. But the balance is gradually tilting as more and more people in different fields are seriously p...

The future of food is already here, with exciting advancements like lab-grown and AI-powered creations. This innovative and sustainable approach to cooking is reshaping the way we eat. In this exciting episode, we sit down with Michael Cushman , a Director of Consulting at the DaVinci Institute, a Futurist think-tank , to discuss the tantalizing future of food. From lab-grown meats to vertical far...

Blockchain holds the power to unlock a future where individuals are in complete control of their health data, AI-driven solutions improve medical decisions, and safeguarding data privacy becomes an indisputable right. In this episode, we are joined by Eberhard Scheue r, President of the Board of Directors of dHealth Foundation . Today, we discuss blockchain technology and its profound influence on...

Humans evolve over time. Most people do not notice that our jaws are becoming smaller as we evolve. In this episode, George Richard Scott , the Author of The Anthropology of Modern Human Teeth (1997) , unlocks the secrets behind the morphological characteristics of jaws. He also provides insights into how the evolution into this modern society negatively changes the apex of human physical stature....

Everything surfs with the wave of technological advancement, especially in education. ChatGPT and Bard are some of the AI software that come with this advancement. Today, Steve Dineen , the founder of Fuse Universal , delves into the future of education with artificial intelligence and how the learning experience changes with it. He also navigates through the function of AI and how we can leverage...

We want to feel good. We want mental wellness. To provide insights into achieving it, today’s guest brings his expertise in nutritional biochemistry. In this episode, Dr. Shawn Talbott , the Chief Science Officer of Amare Global , exposes the human body’s secrets to maximizing mental wellness and a good mood. He describes the role of the gut-brain-axis in mental wellness and how the feedback mecha...