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Title: Bridging Worlds: How Technology Connects â or Divides â Our Communities
Guest: Lawrence Eta
Global Digital AI Thought Leader | #1 International Best Selling Author | Keynote Speaker | TEDx Speaker | Multi-Sector Executive | Community & Smart Cities Advocate | Pioneering AI for Societal Advancement
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Host: Marco Ciappelli
Co-Founder & CMO @ITSPmagazine | Master Degree in Political Science - Sociology of Communication l Branding & Marketing Consultant | Journalist | Writer | Podcasts: Technology, Cybersecurity, Society, and Storytelling.
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âž» Podcast Summary âž»
In this episode of Redefining Society and Technology, I sit down with Lawrence Eta â global technology leader, former CTO of the City of Toronto, and author of Bridging Worlds. We explore how technology, done right, can serve society, reduce inequality, and connect communities. From public broadband projects to building smart â sorry, connected â cities, Lawrence shares lessons from Toronto to Riyadh, and why tech is only as good as the values guiding it.
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As much as I love shiny gadgets, blinking lights, and funny noises from AI â we both know technology isnât just about cool toys. Itâs about people. Itâs about society. Itâs about building a better, more connected world. Thatâs exactly what we explore in my latest conversation on Redefining Society and Technology, where I had the pleasure of speaking with Lawrence Eta.
If you donât know Lawrence yet â let me tell you, this guy has lived the tech-for-good mission. Former Chief Technology Officer for the City of Toronto, current Head of Digital and Analytics for one of Saudi Arabiaâs Vision 2030 mega projects, global tech consultant, public servant, author⊠basically, someone whoâs been around the block when it comes to tech, society, and the messy, complicated intersection where they collide.
We talked about everything from bridging the digital divide in one of North Americaâs most diverse cities to building entirely new digital infrastructure from scratch in Riyadh. But what stuck with me most is his belief â and mine â that technology is neutral. Itâs how we use it that makes the difference.
Lawrence shared his experience launching Torontoâs Municipal Broadband Network â a project that brought affordable, high-speed internet to underserved communities. For him, success wasnât measured by quarterly profits (a refreshing concept, right?) but by whether kids could attend virtual classes, families could access healthcare online, or small businesses could thrive from home.
We also got into the âsmart cityâ conversation â and how even the language we use matters. In Toronto, they scrapped the âsmart cityâ buzzword and reframed the work as building a âconnected community.â Itâs not about making the city smart â itâs about connecting people, making sure no one gets left behind, and yes, making technology human.
Lawrence also shared his Five S principles for digital development: Stability, Scalability, Solutions (integration), Security, and Sustainability. Simple, clear, and â letâs be honest â badly needed in a world where tech changes faster than most cities can adapt.
We wrapped the conversation with the big picture â how technology can be the great equalizer if we use it to bridge divides, not widen them. But that takes intentional leadership, community engagement, and a shared vision. It also takes reminding ourselves that beneath all the algorithms and fiber optic cables, weâre still human. And â as Lawrence put it beautifully â no matter where we come from, most of us want the same basic things: safety, opportunity, connection, and a better future for our families. Thatâs why I keep having these conversations â because the future isnât just happening to us. Weâre building it, together.
If you missed the episode, I highly recommend listening â especially if you care about technology serving people, not the other way around. Links to connect with Lawrence and to the full episode are below â stay tuned for more, and letâs keep redefining society, together.
âž» Keywords âž» Connected Communities, Smart Cities, Digital Divide, Public Broadband, Technology and Society, Digital Infrastructure, Technology for Good, Community Engagement, Urban Innovation, Digital Inclusion, Public-Private Partnerships, Tech Leadership
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What Hump? Thirty Years of Cybersecurity and the Fine Art of Pretending Itâs Not a Human Problem
A new transmission from Musing On Society and Technology Newsletter, by Marco Ciappelli
June 6, 2025A Post-Infosecurity Europe Reflection on the Strange but Predictable Ways Weâve Spent Thirty Years Pretending Cybersecurity Isnât About People.
âž» Once there was a movie titled âYoung Frankensteinâ (1974) â a black-and-white comedy directed by Mel Brooks, written with Gene Wilder, and starring Wilder and Marty Feldman, who delivers the iconic âWhat hump?â line.
Let me describe the scene:
[Train station, late at night. Thunder rumbles. Dr. Frederick Frankenstein steps off the train, greeted by a hunched figure holding a lantern â Igor.]
Igor: Dr. Frankenstein?
Dr. Frederick Frankenstein: Itâs Franken-steen.
Igor: Oh. Well, they told me it was Frankenstein.
Dr. Frederick Frankenstein: Iâm not a Frankenstein. Iâm a Franken-steen.
Igor (cheerfully): All right.
Dr. Frederick Frankenstein (noticing Igorâs eyes): You must be Igor.
Igor: No, itâs pronounced Eye-gor.
Dr. Frederick Frankenstein (confused): But they told me it was Igor.
Igor: Well, they were wrong then, werenât they?
[They begin walking toward the carriage.]
Dr. Frederick Frankenstein (noticing Igorâs severe hunchback): You know⊠Iâm a rather brilliant surgeon. Perhaps I could help you with that hump.
Igor (looks puzzled, deadpan): What hump?
[Cut to them boarding the carriage, Igor climbing on the outside like a spider, grinning wildly.]
Itâs a joke, of course. One of the best. A perfectly delivered absurdity that only Mel Brooks and Marty Feldman could pull off. But like all great comedy, it tells a deeper truth.
Last night, standing in front of the Tower of London, recording one of our On Location recaps with Sean Martin, that scene came rushing back. We joked about invisible humps and cybersecurity. And the moment passed. Or so I thought.
Because hours later â in bed, hotel window cracked open to the London night â I was still hearing it: âWhat hump?â
And thatâs when it hit me: this isnât just a comedy bit. Itâs a diagnosis.
Here we are at Infosecurity Europe, celebrating its 30th anniversary. Three decades of cybersecurity: a field born of optimism and fear, grown in complexity and contradiction.
Weâve built incredible tools. Weâve formed global communities of defenders. Weâve turned âhackerâ from rebel to professional job title â with a 401(k), branded hoodies, and a sponsorship deal. But weâve also built an industry that â much like poor Igor â refuses to admit somethingâs wrong.
The hump is right there. You can see it. Everyone can see it. And yet⊠we smile and say: âWhat hump?â
We say cybersecurity is a priority. We put it in slide decks. We hold awareness months. We write policies thick enough to be used as doorstops. But then we underfund training. We silo the security team. We click links in emails that say whatever will make us think itâs important â just like those pieces of snail mail stamped URGENT that we somehow believe, even though it turns out to be an offer for a new credit card we didnât ask for and donât want. Except this time, the payload isnât junk mail â itâs a clown on a spring exploding out of a fun box.
Igor The hump moves, shifts, sometimes disappears from view â but it never actually goes away. And if you ask about it? Well⊠they were wrong then, werenât they?
That's because itâs not a technology problem. This is the part that still seems hard to swallow for some: Cybersecurity is not a technology problem. It never was.
Yes, we need technology. But technology has never been the weak link.
The weak link is the same as it was in 1995: us. The same it was before the internet and before computers: Humans.
With our habits, assumptions, incentives, egos, and blind spots. We are the walking, clicking, swiping hump in the system. Weâve had encryption for decades. Weâve known about phishing since the days of AOL. Zero Trust was already discussed in 2004 â it just didnât have a cool name yet.
So why do we still get breached? Why does a ransomware gang with poor grammar and a Telegram channel take down entire hospitals?
Because culture doesnât change with patches. Because compliance is not belief. Because we keep treating behavior as a footnote, instead of the core.
The Problem We Refuse to See at the heart of this mess is a very human phenomenon:vIf we canât see it, we pretend it doesnât exist.
We can quantify risk, but we rarely internalize it. We trust our tech stack but donât trust our users. We fund detection but ignore education.
And not just at work â we ignore it from the start. We still teach children how to cross the street, but not how to navigate a phishing attempt or recognize algorithmic manipulation. We give them connected devices before we teach them what being connected means. In this Hybrid Analog Digital Society, we need to treat cybersecurity not as an optional adult concern, but as a foundational part of growing up. Because by the time someone gets to the workforce, the behavior has already been set.
And worst of all, we operate under the illusion that awareness equals transformation.
Letâs be real: Awareness is cheap. Change is expensive. It costs time, leadership, discomfort. It requires honesty. It means admitting we are all Igor, in some way. And thatâs the hardest part. Because no one likes to admit theyâve got a hump â especially when itâs been there so long, it feels like part of the uniform.
We have been looking the other way for over thirty years. I donât want to downplay the progress. Weâve come a long way, but that only makes the stubbornness more baffling.
Weâve seen attacks evolve from digital graffiti to full-scale extortion. Weâve watched cybercrime move from subculture to multi-billion-dollar global enterprise. And yet, our default strategy is still: âLetâs build a bigger wall, buy a shinier tool, and hope marketing doesnât fall for that PDF again.â
We know what works: Psychological safety in reporting. Continuous learning. Leadership that models security values. Systems designed for humans, not just admins.
But those are hard. Theyâre invisible on the balance sheet. They donât come with dashboards or demos. So instead⊠We grin. We adjust our gait. And we whisper, politely:
âWhat hump?â
So what Happens now? If youâre still reading this, youâre probably one of the people who does see it. You see the hump. Youâve tried to point it out. Maybe youâve been told youâre imagining things. Maybe youâve been told itâs ânot a priority this quarter.â And maybe now youâre tired. I get it.
But hereâs the thing: Nothing truly changes until we name the hump.
Call it bias.
Call it culture.
Call it education.
Call it the human condition.
But donât pretend itâs not there. Not anymore. Because every time we say âWhat hump?â â weâre giving up a little more of the future. A future that depends not just on clever code and cleverer machines, but on something far more fragile:
Belief. Behavior. And the choice to finally stop pretending.
We joked in front of a thousand-year-old fortress. Because sometimes jokes tell the truth better than keynote stages do. And maybe the real lesson isnât about cybersecurity at all.
Maybe itâs just this: If we want to survive whatâs coming next, we have to see whatâs already here.
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From Cassette Tapes and Phrasebooks to AI Real-Time Translations â Machines Can Now Speak for Us, But Weâre Losing the Art of Understanding Each Other
May 21, 2025
A new transmission from Musing On Society and Technology Newsletter, by Marco Ciappelli
Thereâs this thing Iâve dreamed about since I was a kid.No, it wasnât flying cars. Or robot butlers (although I wouldnât mind one to fold the laundry). It was this: having a real conversation with someone â anyone â in their own language, and actually understanding each other.
And now⊠here we are.
Reference: Google brings live translation to Meet, starting with Spanish. https://www.engadget.com/apps/google-brings-live-translation-to-meet-starting-with-spanish-174549788.html
Google just rolled out live AI-powered translation in Google Meet, starting with Spanish. I watched the demo video, and for a moment, I felt like I was 16 again, staring at the future with wide eyes and messy hair.
It worked. It was seamless. Flawless. Magical.
And then â drumroll, please â it sucked!
Like⊠really, existentially, beautifully sucked.
Let me explain.
Iâm a proud member of Gen X. I grew up with cassette tapes and Walkmans, boomboxes and mixtapes, floppy disks and Commodore 64s, reel-to-reel players and VHS decks, rotary phones and answering machines. I felt language â through static, rewinds, and hiss.
Yes, I had to wait FOREVER to hit Play and Record, at the exact right moment, tape songs off the radio onto a Maxell, label it by hand, and rewind it with a pencil when the player chewed it up.
I memorized long-distance dialing codes. I waited weeks for a letter to arrive from a pen pal abroad, reading every word like it was a treasure map.
That wasnât just communication. That was connection.
Then came the shift.
I didnât miss the digital train â I jumped on early, with curiosity in one hand and a dial-up modem in the other.
Early internet. Mac OS. My first email address felt like a passport to a new dimension. I spent hours navigating the World Wide Web like a digital backpacker â discovering strange forums, pixelated cities, and text-based adventures in a binary world that felt limitless.
I said goodbye to analog tools, but never to analog thinking.
So what is the connection with learning languages?
Well, hereâs the thing: exploring the internet felt a lot like learning a new language. You werenât just reading text â you were decoding a culture. You learned how people joked. How they argued. How they shared, paused, or replied with silence. You picked up on the tone behind a blinking cursor, or the vibe of a forum thread.
Similarly, when you learn a language, youâre not just learning words â youâre decoding an entire world. Itâs not about the words themselves â itâs about the world they build. Youâre learning gestures. Food. Humor. Social cues. Sarcasm. The way someone raises an eyebrow, or says âsureâ when they mean âno.â
Youâre learning a cultureâs operating system, not just its interface. AI translation skips that. It gets you the data, but not the depth. Itâs like getting the punchline without ever hearing the setup.
And yes, I use AI to clean up my writing. To bounce translations between English and Italian when Iâm juggling stories. But I still read both versions. I still feel both versions. Iâm picky â I fight with my AI counterpart to get it right. To make it feel the way I feel it. To make you feel it, too. Even now.
I still think in analog, even when Iâm living in digital.
So when I watched that Google video, I realized:
Weâre not just gaining a tool. Weâre at risk of losing something deeply human â the messy, awkward, beautiful process of actually trying to understand someone who moves through the world in a different language â one that canât be auto-translated.
Because sometimes itâs better to speak broken English with a Japanese friend and a Danish colleague â laughing through cultural confusion â than to have a perfectly translated conversation where nothing truly connects.
This isnât just about language. Itâs about every tool we create that promises to âtranslateâ life. Every app, every platform, every shortcut that promises understanding without effort.
Itâs not the digital that scares me. I use it. I live in it. I am it, in many ways. Itâs the illusion of completion that scares me.
The moment we think the transformation is done â the moment we say âwe donât need to learn that anymoreâ â thatâs the moment we stop being human.We donât live in 0s and 1s. We live in the in-between. The gray. The glitch. The hybrid.
So yeah, cheers to AI-powered translation, but maybe keep your Walkman nearby, your phrasebook in your bag â and your curiosity even closer.
Go explore the world. Learn a few words in a new language. Mispronounce them. Get them wrong. Laugh about it. People will appreciate your effort far more than your fancy iPhone.
Alla prossima,
â Marco
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In this thought-provoking episode of Redefining Society & Technology, I sit down with Jeremy Lasman to question the most overlooked gadget in the human-tech equation: our own mind. We ask â if we keep updating our devices, why donât we update the inner operating system that powers our thoughts, creativity, and connection to the world?
Jeremy, a former SpaceX technologist turned philosopher-inventor, shares his journey from corporate IT to what he calls his âsoulâs workâ: challenging the legacy software running our lives â fear-based, outdated models of thinking â with something he calls âImagination Technology.â Itâs not metaphorical. Itâs a real framework. And yes, it sounds wild â but it also makes a lot of sense.
We touch on everything from open-source thinking to quantum consciousness, from the speed of technological evolution to the bottlenecks of our cultural structures like education and societal expectations. At the center is a call to action: we need to stop treating passion as a luxury and instead recognize it as the fuel for personal and collective evolution.
Together, we reflect on how society tends to silo disciplines, discourage curiosity, and cling to binary thinking in a world that demands fluidity. Jeremy argues that redefining society begins with redefining the self â tearing down internal walls, embracing timelessness, and running life not on fear, but on imagination.
Is this transhumanism? Is it spiritual philosophy dressed up in tech language? Maybe. But itâs also deeply human â and urgent. Because in a world where AI and tech evolve by the day, we canât afford to be running on emotional floppy disks.
So hereâs the challenge: what if the next big upgrade isnât an app, a device, or even a new piece of hardware â but a reprogramming of how we see ourselves?
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The Future Is a Place We Visit, But Never Stay
May 9, 2025
A Post-RSAC 2025 Reflection on the Kinda Funny and Pretty Weird Ways Society, Technology, and Cybersecurity Intersect, Interact, and Often Simply Ignore Each Other.By Marco Ciappelli | Musing on Society and Technology
Here we are â once again, back from RSAC. Back from the future. Or at least the version of the future that fits inside a conference badge, a branded tote bag, and a hotel bill that makes you wonder if your wallet just got hacked.
San Francisco is still buzzing with innovation â or at least thatâs what the hundreds of self-driving cars swarming the city would have you believe. Itâs hard to feel like youâre floating into a Jetsons-style future when your shuttle ride is bouncing through potholes that feel more 1984 than 2049.
I have to admit, thereâs something oddly poetic about hosting a massive cybersecurity event in a city where most attendees would probably rather not be â and yet, here we are. Not for the scenery. Not for the affordability. But because, somehow, for a few intense days, this becomes the place where the future lives.
And yes, it sometimes looks like a carnival. There are goats. There are puppies. There are LED-lit booths that could double as rave stages. Is this how cybersecurity sells the feeling of safety now? Warm fuzzies and swag youâll never use? Iâm not sure.
But again: here we are.
Thereâs a certain beauty in it. Even the ridiculous bits. Especially the ridiculous bits.
Personally, Iâm grateful for my press badge â itâs not just a backstage pass; itâs a magical talisman that wards off the pitch-slingers. The power of not having a budget is strong with this one.
But letâs set aside the Frankensteins in the expo hall for a moment.
Because underneath the spectacle â behind the snacks, the popcorns, the scanners and the sales demos â there is something deeply valuable happening. Something that matters to me. Something that has kept me coming back, year after year, not for the products but for the people. Not for the tech, but for the stories.
What RSAC Conference gives us â what all good conferences give us â is a window. A quick glimpse through the curtain at what might be.
And sometimes, if youâre lucky and paying attention, that glimpse stays with you long after the lights go down.
We have quantum startups talking about cryptographic agility while schools are still banning phones. We have generative AI writing software â code that writes code â while lawmakers print bills that read like they were faxed in from 1992. We have cybersecurity vendors pitching zero trust to rooms full of people still clinging to the fantasy of perimeter defense â not just in networks, but in their thinking.
Weâre trying to build the future on top of a mindset that refuses to update.
Thatâs the real threat. Not AI and quantum. Not ransomware. Not the next zero-day.
Itâs the human operating system. It hasnât been patched in a while.
And so I ask myself â what are these conferences for, really?
Because yes, of course, they matter.
Of course I believe in them â otherwise I wouldnât be there, recording stories, chasing conversations, sharing a couch and a mic with whoever is bold enough to speak not just about how we fix things, but why we should care at all.
But Iâm also starting to believe that unless we do something more â unless we act on what we learn, build on what we imagine, challenge what we assume â these gatherings will become time capsules. Beautiful, well-produced, highly caffeinated, blinking, noisy time capsules.
We donât need more predictions. We need more decisions.
One of the most compelling conversations I had wasnât about tech at all. It was about behavior. Human behavior.
Dr. Jason Nurse reminded us that most people are not just confused by cybersecurity â theyâre afraid of it.
Theyâre tired.
Theyâre overwhelmed.
And in their confusion, they become unpredictable. Vulnerable.
Not because they donât care â but because we havenât built a system that makes it easy to care.
Thatâs a design flaw.
Elsewhere, I heard the term âAI security debt.â That one stayed with me.
Because itâs not just technical debt anymore. Itâs existential.
We are creating systems that evolve faster than our ability to understand them â and weâre doing it with the same blind trust we used to install browser toolbars in the â90s.
âSure, it seems useful. Click accept.â
Weâve never needed collective wisdom more than we do right now.
And yet, most of what we build is designed for speed, not wisdom.
So what do we do?
We pause. We reflect. We resist the urge to just âmove onâ to the next conference, the next buzzword, the next promised fix.
Because the real value of RSAC isnât in the badge or the swag or the keynotes.
Itâs in the aftershock.
Itâs in what we carry forward, what we refuse to forget, what we dare to question even when the conference is over, the blinking booths vanish, the future packs up early, and the lanyards go into the drawer of forgotten epiphanies â right next to the stress balls, the branded socks and the beautiful prize that you didn't win.
Weâll be in Barcelona soon. Then London. Then Vegas.
Weâll gather again. Weâll talk again. But maybe â just maybe â we can start to shift the story.
From visiting the future⊠To staying a while.
Letâs build something we donât want to walk away from.
And now, ladies and gentlemen⊠the show is over.
The lights dim, the music fades, and the future exits stage left...
Until we meet again.
âMarco
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During RSAC Conference 2025, Andrew Carney, Program Manager at DARPA, and (remotely via video) Dr. Kathleen Fisher, Professor at Tufts University and Program Manager for the AI Cyber Challenge (AIxCC), guide attendees through an immersive experience called Northbridgeâa fictional city designed to showcase the critical role of AI in securing infrastructure through the DARPA-led AI Cyber Challenge.
Inside Northbridge: The Stakes Are Real
Northbridge simulates the future of cybersecurity, blending AI, infrastructure, and human collaboration. Itâs not just a walkthrough â itâs a call to action. Through simulated attacks on water systems, healthcare networks, and cyber operations, visitors witness firsthand the tangible impacts of vulnerabilities in critical systems. Dr. Fisher emphasizes that the AI Cyber Challenge isnât theoretical: the vulnerabilities competitors find and fix directly apply to real open-source software relied on by society today.
The AI Cyber Challenge: Pairing Generative AI with Cyber Reasoning
The AI Cyber Challenge (AIxCC) invites teams from universities, small businesses, and consortiums to create cyber reasoning systems capable of autonomously identifying and fixing vulnerabilities. Leveraging leading foundation models from Anthropic, Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI, the teams operate with tight constraintsâworking with limited time, compute, and LLM creditsâto uncover and patch vulnerabilities at scale. Remarkably, during semifinals, teams found and fixed nearly half of the synthetic vulnerabilities, and even discovered a real-world zero-day in SQLite.
Building Toward DEFCON Finals and Beyond
The journey doesnât end at RSA. As the teams prepare for the AIxCC finals at DEFCON 2025, DARPA is increasing the complexity of the challengeâand the available resources. Beyond the competition, a core goal is public benefit: all cyber reasoning systems developed through AIxCC will be open-sourced under permissive licenses, encouraging widespread adoption across industries and government sectors.
From Competition to Collaboration
Carney and Fisher stress that the ultimate victory isnât in individual wins, but in strengthening cybersecurity collectively. Whether securing hospitals, water plants, or financial institutions, the future demands cooperation across public and private sectors.
The Northbridge experience offers a powerful reminder: resilience in cybersecurity is built not through fear, but through innovation, collaboration, and a relentless drive to secure the systems we all depend on.
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Andrew Carney, AI Cyber Challenge Program Manager, Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) | https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-carney-945458a6/Hosts:
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The DARPA AIxCC Experience at RSAC 2025 Innovation Sandbox: https://www.rsaconference.com/usa/programs/sandbox/darpa
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Guest: Dr. Bruce Y Lee
Senior Contributor @Forbes | Professor | CEO | Writer/Journalist | Entrepreneur | Digital & Computational Health | #AI | bruceylee.substack.com | bruceylee.com
Bruce Y. Lee, MD, MBA is a writer, journalist, systems modeler, AI, computational and digital health expert, professor, physician, entrepreneur, and avocado-eater, not always in that order.Executive Director of PHICOR (Public Health Informatics, Computational, and Operations Research) [@PHICORteam]On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/bruce-y-lee-68a6834/
Website | https://www.bruceylee.com/
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Weâre back at the bar. Bruce is here, the garlic took the day off (too young to drink?), and weâre talking about something thatâs not science fiction anymore â the idea that your digital self could outlive you.
Yeah. Living forever. Or at least⊠being replicated forever.
It starts with a hologram of Princess Leia and ends with people in Japan marrying bots. And in between? Thereâs a messy, fascinating, unsettling space filled with AI companions, algorithmic flattery, uncanny valley doppelgĂ€ngers, and the very real possibility that weâre confusing memory with simulation.
Bruce brings up Star Trek â of course he does â where Captain Kirk debates a machine version of a long-dead friend who insists heâs still the real deal. Spoiler: Kirk says no. And I get it. But what if that machine knows everything Iâve ever posted, recorded, written, liked, said, or searched? What if it feels like me?
Would you want to talk to it?
As always, our conversation doesnât offer a final answer â weâre not here to draw lines in the philosophical sand. Weâre here to hold up a mirror and ask: is that reflection still you if itâs built out of pixels and training data?
This episode is personal and playful, but also incredibly relevant. Because weâre already building legacies we donât fully understand. Every photo, every search, every rant, every laugh â itâs all on the record now. Our historical memory is no longer dusty boxes in the attic; itâs a neural net waiting to be queried.
So yeah, one day, you might be sipping your espresso while a synthetic version of your late uncle offers you advice, cracks a joke, and asks if you still listen to that one podcast.
Just remember what Captain Kirk said: that might look like him, sound like him, even think like him â but itâs not really him.
Still⊠itâs a hell of a conversation.
So join Bruce and me. Pull up a virtual stool. Itâs Season 2, Episode 3. And no, that laugh you just heard isnât AI-generated â not yet.
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digital immortality, AI relationships, uncanny valley, chatbot therapy, synthetic identity, Star Trek, brain uploading, holograms, emotional AI, algorithmic intimacy, digital clone, memory simulation, techno-sociology, posthumanism, virtual consciousness, AI ethics, social engineering, digital legacy, artificial friends, future of identity
See You Next Time
You'll find links to connect with Bruce and explore his incredible contributions in journalism and medicine. I promise you; he's just as insightful and entertaining as he seems in the series. So, see you next time â same bar, same garlic, new topics!
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The Singularity Is Nearer: When We Merge with AI
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đȘ From Myth to Machine: When Stories Shaped Our Journey to the Stars
April 9, 2025
Before humanity launched rockets toward distant planets or placed satellites that quietly orbit our Earth, before telescopes pierced the cosmic veil to reveal distant galaxies, we looked to the night sky armed only with wonder. Beneath starlit skies, humans gathered around fires, weaving myths from scattered constellations. These celestial bodies became our companionsâgods, heroes, trickstersânot simply pinpoints of distant light, but storytellers of destiny and reflection.Then came Galileo, a solitary figure who raised a simple tube of lenses skyward and irrevocably altered humanityâs story. His telescope shattered myths, replacing divine portraits with measurable landscapes. Mountains on the moon, moons around JupiterâGalileo did not silence imagination; instead, he opened a door between wonder and reality, bridging storytelling and science.
Yet, even as telescopes multiplied and humanityâs understanding deepened, our dreams kept pace, evolving into vibrant visions and audacious predictions. Writers began to sketch the future with an uncanny precision that blurred fiction and foresight. Jules Verne and H.G. Wells planted the seeds of possibility with lunar voyages and Martian encounters, not as mere entertainment, but as blueprints for what humanity could dare to achieve.
As technology accelerated in the twentieth century, our visions became grander, more complex, filled with moral ambiguities and philosophical questions. Isaac Asimov imagined civilizations stretching across galaxies, bound by logic and law, but also warned of humanityâs fragile reliance on machines. Arthur C. Clarke envisioned not just interplanetary travel but the ethical challenges of artificial intelligence. Frank Herbertâs Dune intricately wove ecology, politics, and spirituality into a cosmic tapestry, urging readers to reflect deeply on humanityâs relationship with power and environment.
Meanwhile, cinema transformed space narratives from pages to powerful collective experiences. George Lucas and Gene Roddenberry projected humanityâs oldest myths onto the widest canvas imaginable, framing space as a realm not just of exploration but of profound human drama. Star Wars and Star Trekâepics filled with heroism, redemption, and philosophical explorationsâbecame cultural phenomena that informed and inspired generations, molding our collective hopes and cautions about life beyond our planet.
Today, we find ourselves not in an imagined future, but in a tangible present shaped by these rich narratives. Private companies and national agencies alike are racing to build orbital stations, lunar outposts, and even laying plans for interplanetary commerce. Space is no longer distant fantasyâit is a critical infrastructure woven deeply into our digital, political, and economic lives.
Yet crucial questions linger:
What stories do we now tell ourselves about space?
Are we still guided by the optimism and cautionary lessons learned from generations of dreamers?
Or are we seduced by spectacle, distracted by the headlines, losing sight of the nuanced realities and responsibilities that accompany our cosmic ambitions?
The stories we tell about space shape not only our visions of the future but our very journey toward it. Letâs make sure our next chapter is one worth writing.
As always, let's keep thinking!
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Space Is Closer Than You Think: But Whatâs Real, Whatâs Hype, and Whatâs Next
Space Innovation, Unfiltered: A reality check on whatâs achievable today and whatâs merely speculative.The State of Space Governance: Who is shaping the rules of engagement in orbit, and how do these decisions impact life on Earth?The Cybersecurity Front Line: Examining vulnerabilities in space infrastructure and their potential consequences back home.Panelists:
Lauryn Williams Former Chief of Staff in the Defense Industrial Base Policy Office at the Pentagon and former Director for Strategy in the White House Office of the National Cyber Director
Jim Free Former NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration Associate Administrator
Chris Sembroski Chief Astronaut & Founding Advisory Board Member at Titans Space Industries
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Letâs talk about work. Not just jobs, but the way we structure work itself. Because letâs be honestâtechnology has completely changed how we collaborate, build careers, and define success. So why are we still clinging to outdated employment models?
In this episode of Redefining Society & Technology, I sit down with Sara Daw, author of Strategy and Leadership as a Service, to explore how the rise of fractional C-suite roles is challenging the traditional concept of employment.
For decades, work has been synonymous with full-time jobs, rigid schedules, and corporate hierarchies. But that model doesnât fit todayâs world. Instead, weâre seeing an unbundling of jobs, where businesses are accessing expertise on demand rather than keeping people on a payroll. Sara has been at the forefront of this shift, helping companies integrate fractional executivesâCFOs, CMOs, CISOsâwho work across multiple businesses rather than committing to just one.
But this isnât just about executives. The gig economy isnât limited to freelancers anymore. As technology enables remote collaboration, AI-driven automation, and decentralized work structures, weâre seeing a fundamental shift in how value is created. More and more professionals are choosing flexibility, autonomy, and variety over traditional employment, and businesses are learning how to build relationships without the security blanket of long-term contracts.
And hereâs the key question: Is this shift making work better, or just more fragmented?
Technology has made this model possible, but psychology plays a huge role, too. Saraâs research dives into psychological ownershipâthe idea that people can feel deeply connected to an organization, even without a formal employment contract. Itâs about trust, autonomy, and the sense of belonging we create outside of traditional job structures.
So where does this all lead? Will companies fully embrace this model, or will they cling to the office-first, full-time mentality? And what happens when Gen Zâwho grew up in a fully digital worldâreshapes the workforce even further?
Letâs rethink employment, leadership, and what it truly means to work in the digital age. Join me in this conversation with Sara Daw.
đ Saraâs latest book, Strategy and Leadership as Service: How the Access Economy Meets the C-Suite, is a practical alternative vision of the future of work that is being adopted by businesses globally. Saraâs research focuses on what holds relationships together for the long-term in the absence of traditional employment contracts. Her work has been featured in The Sunday Times, Global Finance, Forbes and more outlets.
đ Keywords: future of work, fractional employment, gig economy, leadership, digital transformation, workforce evolution, remote work, C-suite strategy, employment disruption, technology & society
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Guest: Joanne Higginsđ https://laist.com/podcasts/la-made
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The moon landing was one of humanityâs most celebrated achievementsâa technological marvel, a leap into the unknown, and a moment that defined an era. But history is often incomplete, and some of the most brilliant minds behind that achievement were left out of the story.
Thatâs where LA Made: The Other Moonshot comes in. Host Joanne Higgins takes us on a journey to uncover the untold contributions of three Black aerospace engineers who helped make the Apollo mission possibleâdespite facing systemic discrimination every step of the way. These men werenât just solving some of the most complex engineering challenges of their time; they were also battling for their place in an industry that barely acknowledged them.
Joanneâs personal connection to this storyâgrowing up hearing these experiences firsthand from her godfather, Charlie Cheathemâdrove her to document their legacy before it was lost. What she uncovered is more than just a piece of forgotten history; itâs a story about resilience, recognition, and the ongoing struggle for inclusion in science and technology.
In this episode of Redefining Society & Technology, we explore not just the space race but the human raceâthe fight for acknowledgment, the hidden struggles behind innovation, and the lasting impact of these unsung pioneers. Because technology is only part of the equation; the people behind it matter just as much.
Letâs talk about it.
Subscribe to this Redefinign Sociey & Technology podcast on your favorite Podcast Player and stay tuned for the next episode!
Thank you for listening,
Marco Ciappelli
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LA Made: The Other Moonshot
Exploring stories of bold Californian innovators and how they forever changed the lives of millions all over the world.âLA Made: The Other Moonshot,â tells the story of three Black aerospace engineers in Los Angeles, who played a crucial role in Americaâs race to space, amid the civil unrest of the 1960s. Host Joanne Higgins grew up hearing her godfather tell stories about his work on the Apollo mission to the moon. But as an adult, Higgins realizes his contributions â and those of other Black engineers â had been overlooked and left out of history books. She sets out to correct that and ensure their stories are finally told. Join Higgins in this four-part series, as three âhidden figuresâ give their accounts for the first time of their experiences in aerospace that broke racial barriers and helped the U.S. land on the moon.
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The latest On Location with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli episode takes listeners behind the scenes of the NAMM 2025 show, featuring a vibrant discussion with John Mlynczak, NAMM President and CEO. The conversation is not just a recap of an incredible event but a celebration of musicâs enduring power and the evolving role of technology in the music industry.
A Legacy of Music and Community
Founded in 1901, NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) has become the worldâs largest trade association representing the musical products industry. John Mlynczak shares how NAMM operates year-round to support manufacturers, retailers, and music educators through research, advocacy, and events. The annual NAMM show is the pinnacle of this work, gathering thousands of music makers, industry professionals, and artists to spark creativity and innovation.
Technology Meets Tradition
One of the episodeâs key themes is the blend of modern technology with nostalgic sounds. The 2025 NAMM show showcased groundbreaking technologies, from AI-driven music tools to hardware-software collaborations. Mlynczak discusses how companies are innovating to create real-time processing tools, allowing musicians to produce music faster and more intuitively than ever before. He emphasizes that the goal is not to replace traditional methods but to enhance creativity and make music more accessible to all.
The Power of Inspiration
NAMMâs mission to create more music makers worldwide is a central focus. Mlynczak explains how the NAMM Foundation supports educational programs across all ages, from K-12 schools to community groups and adult learners. The foundationâs work aims to ensure everyone has the opportunity to explore music, whether through formal education or new digital tools that lower the barrier to entry.
A Moment to Remember: Jon Batiste at NAMM
A standout moment from the show was Mlynczakâs interview with Grammy-winning artist Jon Batiste [https://youtu.be/Lfq35enGq58]. Initially uncertain, the conversation transformed into a genuine exchange about musicâs influence and the industryâs impact on artists. This interaction highlighted NAMMâs broader vision of not just serving as a trade show but as a cultural hub that fosters creativity and community.
Looking Ahead to NAMM 2026
The episode concludes with anticipation for NAMM 2026, scheduled for January 20-24 in Anaheim, California. As Sean, Marco, and John reflect on this yearâs successes, they invite listeners to join them next year to explore the intersection of music, technology, and inspiration.
Tune in to The Music Evolves Podcast to dive deeper into these insights and discover how NAMM continues to shape the future of music. Be sure to stay tuned for more On Location with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli as they cover more technology and society events around the world.
Guest: John Mlynczak, President and CEO of NAMM | View Website | Visit NAMM
Host: Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine Podcasts and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast & Music Evolves Podcast | On ITSPmagazine: https://www.itspmagazine.com/sean-martin
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Catch more stories from NAMM Show 2025 coverage: https://itspmagazine.com/the-2025-namm-show-namm-music-conference-music-technology-event-coverage-anaheim-california
NAMM Organization: https://www.namm.org/
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Music Evolves: Sonic Frontiers Newsletter | The 2025 NAMM Show: Honoring Tradition, Pioneering the Future: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/2025-namm-show-honoring-tradition-pioneering-future-sean-martin-6jcge/
Music Evolves Episode | The debut episode of Music Evolves explores how technology is transforming music creation, performance, and production, with insights from the NAMM Show 2025
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Jaqueline (JJ) Jayne
JJ has worked with people and technology for over 25 years, wearing multiple hats, resulting in an enviable breadth and depth of experience, insights and knowledge. She successfully led a security awareness and training program that resulted in a strong security culture and observable behaviour change. Over the last 5-years, JJ worked at KnowBe4, where she quickly established herself as a trusted voice in the region. Now, JJ consults and advises organisations, appears at conferences and events with her thought leadership, and provides insights across all forms of media.
On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelinejayne/
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Jacqueline Jayne | LinkedIn
What happens when a government decides to âfixâ a problem by banning it outright? Thatâs the question on the table as Australia pushes forward with a law prohibiting social media access for kids under 16.
But letâs be realâdoes banning ever work?
Jacqueline Jayne, aka JJ, joins me to dissect this decision, what it means for kids, parents, and the future of digital society. JJ, a cybersecurity and human risk expert, argues that while the dangers of social media are undeniableâcyberbullying, exploitation, and mental health risksâthe solution isnât prohibition. Instead, we need real education, both for kids and, more importantly, for the adults who are supposed to guide them.
Think about it. If we let our kids drive at 16, itâs because weâve spent years teaching them road safety. But when it comes to digital life, we throw them a smartphone at 10 and then panic when they donât know how to use it responsibly. And now, instead of teaching, we just⊠ban?
Letâs not forget the unintended consequences. Cutting off access doesnât eliminate social mediaâit just drives kids to sneakier, potentially more dangerous alternatives. VPNs, fake accounts, dark web forumsâwhen you push something underground, it often gets worse, not better. And what about the kids who rely on online spaces for community, education, and connection? Do we really want to isolate them further?
So, what now? JJ and I discuss whatâs next, how governments, parents, and society can actually address the risks of social media without resorting to the digital equivalent of a temper tantrum. Because in the end, this isnât just about Australiaâthis conversation is global.
Are we going to keep throwing laws at problems we donât fully understand, or are we finally going to start taking education and digital literacy seriously?
Listen in, question everything, and donât forgetâdonât click on that s**t!
Let me know what you think! Share your thoughts, questions, or even your debatesâIâd love to hear them. And, of course, donât forget to subscribe to Redefining Society & Technology for more conversations like this.
Stay tuned for the next episode!
Marco Ciappelli
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Episode recorded with JJ in Melbourne during Australian Cybersecurity Conference 2025
Balancing Technology and Human Awareness in Cyber Defense: Strategies for Families and Organizations | An Australian Cyber Conference 2024 in Melbourne Conversation with Jacqueline Jayne | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
https://redefiningsocietyandtechnologypodcast.com/episodes/balancing-technology-and-human-awareness-in-cyber-defense-strategies-for-families-and-organizations-an-australian-cyber-conference-2024-in-melbourne-conversation-with-jacqueline-jayne-on-location-coverage-with-sean-martin-and-marco-ciappelli
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ITSPmagazine is gearing up for another year of in-depth event coverage, bringing insights from industry leaders, innovators, and companies making an impact in cybersecurity, technology, and society. Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli outline their plans for 2025, emphasizing a mix of established conferences and new opportunities to highlight emerging discussions.
Key Industry Events
The yearâs schedule includes cornerstone cybersecurity conferences such as RSA Conference in San Francisco, Infosecurity Europe in London, and Black Hat in Las Vegas. These events serve as major platforms for discussing industry trends, launching new products, and showcasing research. Through editorial coverage, interviews, and discussions, ITSP Magazine provides perspectives from keynote speakers, panelists, and organizations shaping the field.
Expanding Coverage Beyond Cybersecurity
Beyond security-focused events, the team is covering NAMM 2025, a leading music and technology conference, and Legal Week in New York, where legal, policy, and AI discussions intersect. Other major tech gatherings include CES, VivaTech, and KIMS, broadening the conversation to industries influencing the digital landscape.
For companies looking to share their stories at these events, ITSP Magazine is offering sponsorship opportunities and editorial coverage. Stay tuned for updates, and catch ITSP Magazine on location throughout the year.
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Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast [@RedefiningCyber] | On ITSPmagazine: https://www.itspmagazine.com/sean-martin
Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society Podcast & Audio Signals Podcast | On ITSPmagazine: https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/marco-ciappelli
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Guests:
Brian Comiskey, Senior Director of Innovation & Trends at CES
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Hosts:
Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society Podcast & Audio Signals Podcast
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WebSite | https://www.marcociappelli.comSean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast [@RedefiningCyber]
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Episode Notes
CES 2025 is just around the corner, and what better way to dive into the upcoming event than with Brian Comiskey, Senior Director of Innovation and Trends and resident futurist at the Consumer Technology Association? In this special episode of On Location, I had the pleasure of speaking with Brian about what we can expect from this yearâs CES, how it continues to shape the tech world, and what it means for all of us navigating a Hybrid Analog Digital Society.
Setting the Tone for the Year in Tech
As Brian pointed out, CES is not just an eventâitâs the launchpad for the yearâs tech trends. Taking place January 7-10 in Las Vegas, CES 2025 will be a massive showcase of innovation across countless industries, from artificial intelligence to mobility, digital health, energy solutions, and beyond.
This yearâs theme, "Dive In," perfectly encapsulates the spirit of the event. It's not just about experiencing the surface level of emerging technologies but about going deeperâexploring how these advancements interact, converge, and shape our everyday lives. Whether you're an executive closing deals, a media professional discovering cutting-edge innovations, or a curious onlooker reading from afar, CES offers an opportunity to explore the tech-driven future.
Human-Centric Innovation at Its Core
CES has evolved from a purely consumer electronics show to something much broader. While enterprise solutions now account for nearly 40% of its exhibitors, the focus remains on human-centric innovation. As Brian aptly said, "Humans are not just consumers; they are patients, workers, collaborators, and creators." The technologies at CES aim to enhance our lives in all these roles.
Digital health is a prime example of this shift. This year, exhibitors in this category are moving to the Venetian campus alongside smart home, lifestyle tech, and accessibility solutions, highlighting how these technologies are converging to improve health, wellness, and longevity. From wearables that connect to your smart home to smart mirrors that monitor your mood, CES demonstrates how personalized, data-driven ecosystems can redefine daily living.
The Evolution of Innovation
Brian and I also discussed the nature of innovation, which he breaks down into two categories: evolutionary and revolutionary. CES showcases both. Evolutionary innovation involves incremental advances, like smarter AI chips in TVs that turn entertainment devices into command centers for your smart home or even tools for telehealth. Revolutionary innovation, on the other hand, includes breakthroughs like nuclear fusion and generative AIâtransformations that redefine industries overnight.
This year, startups are expected to bring some of the most exciting stories. The Eureka Park pavilion will spotlight companies like Standard Energy, which is developing vanadium ion battery tiles for home energy storage, and Senergetics, which uses AI to predict and prevent corrosion in power plant pipes. Another standout is Glidance, an autonomous guide robot for individuals with low vision, showcasing how innovation can serve diverse needs and create new opportunities for accessibility.
A Convergence of Ideas and Opportunities
At its heart, CES is about connectionânot just connecting devices but connecting people and ideas. Itâs a place where startups meet industry giants, partnerships are forged, and new possibilities are imagined. As Brian highlighted, the show serves as both a showcase and a platform for collaboration, where the seeds of future innovations are planted.
Wrapping It Up
CES 2025 is more than a trade showâitâs a glimpse into the future of our coexistence with technology. As we prepare to dive into the event, one thing is clear: technology is no longer something we simply use. Itâs a part of who we are and how we live.
Iâll leave you with this thought: CES isnât just about whatâs next; itâs about how we can work together to make whatâs next even better.
Mark your calendars for January 7-10, and stay tuned for more conversations as Sean Martin and I bring you the latest stories On Location.
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J.J. Jerome is an award-winning engineer and futurist who used his unique background in brain science and electronics to become a seminal influence in numerous cutting-edge technologies. He has been an internationally acknowledged leader in the development of human interfaces and intelligent building technology and is currently one of the nationâs leading thinkers on using big data to mitigate climate change. He presents regularly at national conferences and is an advisor for STEM education.
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Exploring the End of Evolution in the Age of AI
Welcome back, everyone, to another episode of Redefining Society & Technology. Iâm your host, Marco Ciappelli, and today weâre diving deep into a topic that has fascinated, puzzled, and, letâs admit, worried us allâevolution and its future in a world dominated by technology.
Joining me is J.J. Jerome, author of Evolution Ended: The Next Stage of American Society. His book is bold, thought-provoking, and unapologetically challenging. If youâve read Yuval Noah Harariâs Sapiens or Ray Kurzweilâs The Singularity Is Nearer, youâre in for a similar mind-expanding ride.
J.J. and I explore how humanity has transitioned from physical survival to technological dependence and ask some profound questions: Has biological evolution reached its endpoint? Can technology become an extensionâor even a replacementâfor humanity? And what happens when AI starts being recognized not just as a tool but as a being?
This conversation will make you question everything you think you know about evolution, technology, and society. Ready? Letâs jump in.
Is Evolution Over?
What happens when technology becomes the primary driver of evolution? Thatâs the provocative premise of J.J. Jeromeâs book, Evolution Ended: The Next Stage of American Society. On this episode of Redefining Society & Technology, we explore this profound shift with J.J., whose expertise ranges from biomedical engineering to consumer technology innovation.
From the pressures of tribal survival to the dominance of artificial intelligence, evolution is no longer dictated by biology alone. Instead, itâs intertwined with technological progress, which is now shaping not just our survival but the way we interact, live, and think.
The Three Brains: Reptile, Mammal, and Human
One of the most fascinating parts of our conversation is J.J.âs breakdown of the human brain into three evolutionary stages: the reptile brain, responsible for instinct and survival; the mammal brain, which drives emotions and relationships; and the human cortex, enabling logic, planning, and creativity.
But hereâs the twistâour primal, emotion-driven mammal brain often overpowers the logical cortex, especially in todayâs digital world. Social media platforms have learned to exploit this dynamic, delivering dopamine hits through likes and shares, creating an addictive cycle that J.J. compares to a modern-day tribal dependency.
Has Biological Evolution Stalled?
J.J. argues that biological evolution has effectively paused in first-world societies. With technological advances eliminating many traditional survival pressuresâthink antibiotics, mobility, and birth controlâweâre no longer evolving in the Darwinian sense. Instead, our evolution has shifted to the social and technological realms.
Yet, this shift comes with its challenges. Weâve moved from survival-of-the-fittest to survival-by-technology, relying on tools like smartphones and AI for everything from navigation to communication. But what happens when technology becomes so advanced that it challenges our very definition of humanity?
AI as a Being: Where Do We Draw the Line?
Hereâs where things get even more interesting. J.J. makes a bold claim: AI may soon be indistinguishable from humans in terms of language, logic, and interaction. He references the Turing Test, which suggests that if you canât tell whether youâre speaking to a human or a machine, the machine is essentially thinking.
But if AI is thinking, should it be granted rights? What happens when an AI, indistinguishable from a human, asks not to be âturned offâ? Are we prepared to navigate the moral, legal, and societal implications of treating AI as beings?
The American Angle: A Cultural Lens on Evolution
J.J.âs book focuses on the American context, where cultural and technological evolution intertwine in unique ways. He examines the role of alpha leaders in politics, business, and society, drawing parallels between human behavior and our mammalian instincts to follow dominant figures. This lens offers a timely critique of how technology amplifies tribalism and reshapes societal hierarchies.
Conclusion: More Questions Than Answers
If thereâs one thing I hope you take away from this conversation, itâs the power of questions. Has evolution ended? Is AI truly an extension of humanityâor its competition? And how do we balance the promise of technology with its profound ethical and societal challenges?
These questions donât have simple answers, but thatâs the point. This isnât just a podcastâitâs a conversation starter.
I hope this episode left you with more questions than answersâbecause thatâs where the best conversations begin. Be sure to check out J.J. Jeromeâs book Evolution Ended: The Next Stage of American Society and visit his website, JJJerome.com.
Let me know what you think! Share your thoughts, questions, or even your debatesâIâd love to hear them. And, of course, donât forget to subscribe to Redefining Society & Technology for more conversations like this.
Stay tuned for the next episode!
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Guest: Dr. Bruce Y Lee
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Bruce Y. Lee, MD, MBA is a writer, journalist, systems modeler, AI, computational and digital health expert, professor, physician, entrepreneur, and avocado-eater, not always in that order.Executive Director of PHICOR (Public Health Informatics, Computational, and Operations Research) [@PHICORteam]On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/bruce-y-lee-68a6834/
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Iâve been thinking a lot about the way our society meets technology head-on. As we approach an age of unprecedented advancementsâartificial intelligence, genetic editing, life extensionâthe big question that keeps coming back is: Who truly benefits? This episode of the Redefining Society and Technology Podcast digs into how innovation might uplift some while leaving others behind, and what that means for our shared future.
Shaping Technology, Shaping Society
Iâve always felt that technology doesnât simply âhappenâ to us; we shape its purpose, direction, and impact. Today, weâre facing a future where AI-driven healthcare, gene editing, and other profound innovations promise to change how we live. Yet, as I sit down with Dr. Bruce Y. Lee, we confront a timeless issue: Who gets to enjoy the fruits of these breakthroughs first? The wealthiest nations? The richest individuals? Or can we find a path that lets everyone share in the benefits?Learning from Our Past
History is filled with examples of innovation tipping the scales of power. When only a few had access to sea travel, they colonized distant lands. Control of information shaped empires. Over time, global communities realized that the well-being of one affects the well-being of all. Still, initial inequalities often last for decades, sometimes centuries, before evening out. Now we face a similar divide, but with far more at stake.Healthcare at a Crossroads
The healthcare industry illustrates this perfectly. High-tech medications and advanced procedures often come with staggering price tags. Meanwhile, entire groups go without the basics. Itâs not that technology inherently creates inequality; itâs that our complex systemsâinsurance companies, regulatory bodies, pharmaceutical giantsâskew the playing field. Those with time, money, and influence can access cutting-edge treatments first, while others must wait or never receive them at all.Algorithms and Old Biases
AI-driven platforms might promise equitable access to information or diagnostics, but theyâre only as fair as the data behind them. If existing biases and blind spots shape that data, theyâll be amplified by the technology itself. We risk codifying age-old injustices into new, gleaming interfaces. If we donât proactively address these issues, weâll only replicate the pastâs mistakes, dressed up in modern clothing.Pathways to a More Equitable Future
Yet, thereâs hope. Technology can just as easily be a solution if we use it thoughtfully. AI can streamline drug discovery, cutting development times and costs. Virtual clinical trials can simulate diverse populations, breaking the limitations of biased real-world testing. More nimble players can enter the market, driving prices down and access up. The tools to level the playing field are within our reachâif we choose to build and deploy them that way.Looking Ahead: Beyond Our Human Shell
As we turn toward transhumanism, life extension, and the possibility of uploading ourselves into digital realms, the stakes grow even higher. Will advanced genetic editing or digital immortality be a luxury item, creating a new class system of enhanced humans and immortal minds? Or can these breakthroughs be democratized, ensuring that everyone can participate in the next chapter of human evolution?Choosing Our Future
Iâm not here to say technology is bad, or even inherently unequal. Itâs a mirror, reflecting our collective values and choices. We have the power to push for policies that ensure AI, genetic editing, and life-extending treatments serve everyone. But it wonât happen by chance. Itâll require conscious effort, ethical frameworks, and a refusal to accept business as usual.As we move forward, letâs remember that weâre all part of this conversation. Letâs insist that technologyâs greatest achievements are not trophies for the few, but shared blessings that help everyone thrive. If we do this right, the singularity doesnât have to be an age of winners and losers; it can be a future where we all rise together.
See You Next Time
You'll find links to connect with Bruce and explore his incredible contributions in journalism and medicine. I promise you; he's just as insightful and entertaining as he seems in the series. So, see you next time â same bar, same garlic, new topics!
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Guests:
Rob van der Veer, Author, Senior Principal Expert, SIG
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Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast [@RedefiningCyber]
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Episode Introduction
We live in a world where the boundaries between the physical and digital are fading fast. Technology isnât just something we useâitâs becoming an integral part of our lives. And while this offers incredible potential, it also forces us to question how we interact with it and where we draw the line.
During the episode, we asked: Is technology steering us, or are we steering it? Too often, we follow the "blinking lights" without stopping to think about their impact on our values, creativity, and even our identity. These are the kinds of conversations we need to have if we want to defineânot just adapt toâour hybrid society.
Lessons from Luna: AI as a Tool, Not a Master
Robâs book offers a refreshing take on technology, packaged in a way that even kids can grasp. Luna, the protagonist, discovers that her AI paintbrush is a tool, not a creator. Itâs not perfect; it makes mistakes. And thatâs the whole point. The story teaches that while AI can enhance what we do, it doesnât replace the magic and creativity that only humans bring to the table.
This is a lesson many adults need to hear, too. AI is powerful, but itâs still a tool. The beauty, the meaning, and the intent behind its use come from us, not the machine.
The Human Touch: Creativity AI Canât Replicate
We dug deeper into the limits of AI. Sure, it can create stunning visuals, write convincing text, and even mimic human expression, but it doesnât feel. It doesnât know what makes a piece of art moving or why a story resonates. Thatâs uniquely human, and itâs why creativity will always be ours to own.
As Rob put it, AI might help us go faster, but it canât replace the soul behind the work. If we let it, it can be a partnerâbut we must stay in control.
Staying in Control of the Tools We Create
One of the key takeaways from our conversation was a reminder to pause before jumping headfirst into using technology. Whether it's AI or something else, we need to understand it, question it, and think critically about the long-term implications.
Over-reliance on tools like AI can erode skills, creativity, and even decision-making. As we embrace these innovations, itâs up to us to ensure they serve us, not the other way around.
Redefining Society: Our Role in Shaping the Future
As I reflected on the conversation, it became clear that redefining society isnât a one-time decisionâitâs an ongoing process. Each technological leap gives us a choice: to let it shape us or to actively shape our relationship with it.
Thatâs what makes Robâs book such a powerful metaphor. Itâs not just a childrenâs story; itâs a call to action for all of us to pick up the paintbrushâwhether literal or metaphoricalâand decide what kind of world we want to create.
Wrapping Up
In Luna and the Magic AI Paintbrush, Rob van der Veer reminds us of an essential truth: tools are only as magical as the hands that wield them. In this hybrid analog-digital age, we need to embrace technology thoughtfully, never forgetting that itâs human creativity and control that drive progress.
I invite you to listen to this episode of the Redefining Society & Technology Podcast to reflect on these themes. And if you have kids, maybe share Lunaâs story with themâitâs never too early to learn about the power of imagination and responsibility in our increasingly connected world
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Can an AI-powered paintbrush create an artistic masterpiece on its own?
This is a story about understanding how AI works through the experiences of a creative young artist. Meet the little girl who discovers that when working together with an AI paintbrush she can create great art - only by combining her imagination with the brushâs technical ability.
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Guest: Peter Gigengack, Director Cyber Security, Capability, Department of Premier and Cabinet of WA
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Hosts:
Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast [@RedefiningCyber]
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Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society Podcast & Audio Signals Podcast
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Episode Notes
The digital era has reshaped nearly every aspect of our lives, but it has also introduced new challenges to end-of-life planning. Peter Gigengack shares his insights on this pressing issue, recounting how he navigated the emotional and logistical hurdles of managing a loved oneâs digital footprint after their passing.
A Personal Story of Loss and Discovery
Peter's journey into the realm of digital legacies began when his elderly relative, "John," passed away. The family was left not only with Johnâs physical belongings but also his vast and complicated online presence.Without access to passwords or guidance from John, the family faced a daunting task. Drawing on his technical expertise, Peter took the lead, discovering firsthand the difficulties that come with managing digital identities without preparation.
Ethical and Legal Considerations
The discussion moves into the ethical and legal complexities of managing digital legacies. Peter admits that while his familyâs choices were driven by love and respect, they highlighted a significant gray area between honoring someoneâs memory and navigating privacy laws.These questions are universal: What rights do families have to access a loved oneâs digital accounts? How can individuals protect their online presence while providing their families with the tools they need to manage it?
Preparing for the Inevitable
Sean and Marco discuss proactive steps, such as assigning digital heirs, securing access to critical accounts, and incorporating digital assets into estate planning. They also challenge technology providers to offer clearer solutions for managing digital legacies responsibly and ethically.The conversation emphasizes the need for individuals to take ownership of their digital afterlives while advocating for systemic changes that ease the burden on grieving families.
The Future of Digital Immortality
The episode explores the broader implications of digital immortality. In an age where online personas often outlast their creators, society must grapple with how we remember, honor, and even interact with the deceased.Marco, Sean, and Peter discuss potential technologies, like AI-driven tools that could simulate conversations with late loved ones, and the ethical dilemmas they may bring. The trio reflects on the balance between preserving memories and respecting boundaries in a rapidly advancing digital world.
Key Takeaways
Peter encourages families to have honest conversations about their digital legacies, ensuring everyone is prepared for lifeâs uncertainties. Sean underscores the cybersecurity perspective, drawing parallels to how businesses prepare for digital risks.The episode ends with a call to action: Start planning your digital legacy today, and advocate for policies that simplify the process for future generations.
Conclusion
This episode tackles a timely and often overlooked topic, urging listeners to consider the impact of their digital footprints after death. Whether you're looking for practical guidance or contemplating the philosophical questions of digital immortality, the conversation offers valuable perspectives for navigating this evolving landscape.____________________________
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Guest: EJ Wise, Founder & Principal, WiseLaw
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Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast [@RedefiningCyber]
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Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society Podcast & Audio Signals Podcast
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Episode Notes
Against the energetic backdrop of Melbourne's CyberCon, hosted by ISA, the conversation dives into the global nature of technology's influence. The trio reflects on pressing topics such as privacy, cybersecurity, and the shifting landscape of cyber law, all while situated in one of Australiaâs most tech-forward cities.
EJ Wiseâs Journey and Perspective
EJ Wise shared her remarkable career path, starting as a member of the U.S. Air Force JAG Corps and later founding her boutique law firm in Australia in 2018. Her firsthand experience sheds light on Australiaâs relatively recent introduction of comprehensive cyber laws and the ongoing need to bridge the gap between technological innovation and legislative action.Educating Consumers: A Shared Responsibility
A key focus of the conversation was consumer awareness. EJ highlighted the critical need for industries to take responsibility for educating the public, much like banks have historically done with financial literacy. The discussion also touched on embedding technological literacy into early education, ensuring children grow up with a clear understanding of privacy and digital security.Technology and Ethics in Tension
The group examined the ethical challenges posed by advancing technologies, especially regarding surveillance and data privacy. From facial recognition in retail spaces to the increasing capabilities of modern devices to monitor user behavior, the conversation drew thought-provoking parallels between these innovations and the history of advertising practices.The ethical implications of such technologies go far beyond convenience, raising questions about transparency, consent, and societal norms in the digital age.
Legal Frameworks and Industry Responsibility
Marco and Sean explored the evolving role of legal frameworks in holding industry players accountable for consumer safety and privacy. EJâs insights provided a grounded perspective on how regulatory environments are adaptingâor struggling to adaptâto these challenges.The discussion underscored a growing trend: companies must not only comply with existing laws but also anticipate and mitigate the societal impacts of their technologies.
Encouraging Dialogue and Reflection
Throughout the episode, the importance of open dialogue and introspection emerged as a recurring theme. By examining how technology shapes society and law, the discussion encouraged listeners to reflect on their digital habits and the privacy trade-offs they make in their daily lives.Conclusion
While the conversation didnât provide all the answers, it illuminated the complexities of the interplay between technology, law, and society. EJ, Marco, and Sean left listeners with an invitation to remain curious, question norms, and consider their role in shaping a more ethically aware digital future.This episode captures the spirit of CyberCon 2024âsparking ideas, inspiring debate, and reinforcing the need for thoughtful engagement with the challenges of our hybrid analog-digital society.
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Guests:
Benji Zorella, eLearning Instructional Designer, CyberCX
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Rebecca Caldwell, Phishing Content Specialist, Phriendly Phishing
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Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast [@RedefiningCyber]
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Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society Podcast & Audio Signals Podcast
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Episode Notes
Kicking off the episode, Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli highlight the uniquely local flavor of the conference. With Benji and Bec calling Melbourne home, the guests reflect on the value of attending such a prominent event in their backyard while drawing on their experiences as hosts of their own cybersecurity podcast.
Unmasking Phishing in the Digital Age
Phishing takes center stage as Benji and Bec share stories and insights about the dangers lurking behind cleverly crafted scams. Sean Martin draws a clever comparison between traditional fishing methods and the digital phishing tactics cybercriminals use todayâhooking victims by exploiting their trust and curiosity.
Benji drives the conversation deeper, explaining how a person's digital footprintâespecially in an age of AI-driven tools like deepfakesâcan be weaponized for deception. The guests underscore the importance of remaining vigilant and minimizing the personal information we leave online, turning our digital habits into our best line of defense.
Cybersecurity Education: The First Line of Defense
Shifting gears, the group emphasizes the need to move beyond relying solely on tech-driven safeguards and focus on building a culture of cybersecurity awareness within organizations. Bec Caldwell shares actionable strategies, likening cybersecurity education to learning how to driveâstarting small and gradually building confidence in spotting risks. Empowering employees to question suspicious contexts fosters not just better security, but a collaborative culture of accountability.
AI: Friend or Foe?
The role of AI emerges as a hot topic, sparking a discussion about its dual impact on cybersecurity. While AI enables sophisticated phishing attacks, it also holds the potential to strengthen defenses. The panel imagines AI tools evolving to provide real-time security nudges, similar to how cars alert drivers to potential hazards. Itâs a balancing act, as AI must be wielded thoughtfully to enhanceânot replaceâhuman vigilance.
The Human Factor in Cybersecurity
Throughout the conversation, one message resonates: the enduring power of human intuition. Benji recounts a gripping story of a CEO who thwarted a highly advanced phishing attempt with a simple, old-school phone verification. This moment reinforces the idea that while tech can improve security measures, the human touch remains irreplaceable.
Future-Proofing Cybersecurity
As the episode winds down, the group reflects on thought-provoking audience questions from the conference. From AIâs impact on CISO responsibilities to how generational shifts in digital communication shape cybersecurity strategies, the guests underscore the need for adaptability as both technology and society evolve.
A Final Call to Action
Marco Ciappelli and Sean Martin wrap up with a clear takeaway for their listeners: stay curious, ask questions, and embrace skepticism online. The key to navigating todayâs cyber landscape is a mix of awareness, education, and the occasional gut checkâbecause even in a tech-driven world, the human element is our greatest asset.
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Resources
Bytes with Bec and Benji podcast: https://www.phriendlyphishing.com/resources/podcasts
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