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Dream Machine - AI and CreativityCreative Friction, AI and Writing - Katy GeroSummaryIn this conversation, James Finestone and Katy Giro explore the evolving relationship between AI and writing. Katy shares her journey from mechanical engineering to her current research in human-computer interaction and creative writing. They discuss the potential of AI tools to enhance the writing process, the perceptions of writers towards these technologies, and the ethical implications surrounding ownership and authenticity in AI-generated content. The conversation also touches on the importance of community models in shaping the future of writing and the ongoing dialogue about the role of AI in creative practices....
2025-06-2857 min
Dream Machine - AI and CreativityNicholas Christakis - From Fish Hooks to the Beach Boys, AI and Social NetworksIn this conversation, Nicholas Christakis discusses the intricate relationship between social networks, human creativity, and the impact of AI on our collaborative efforts. He explores how our biology and social lives co-evolve, the nature of creativity, and the potential of AI to enhance human interaction and creativity. The discussion also touches on the historical context of human evolution in response to technological advancements and the future implications of AI in society.Nicholas Christakis:Human Nature Lab, Yale:https://humannaturelab.netLecture at ETH, Social Artificial Intelligence:...
2025-06-181h 03
Dream Machine - AI and CreativityKevin Kelly — How to Be a Good Ancestor with AIKevin Kelly—founding editor of Wired Magazine, futurist, and author of The Inevitable and Excellent Advice for Living—joins us to explore the strange and thrilling frontier where AI meets human creativity.In this episode, we explore:How AI is reshaping what it means to createWhy working with machines might become the new creative normWhether creativity is still a uniquely human traitThe value of long-term thinking in a fast-changing worldWhy optimism is not naïve, but essentialWe also touch on dog-l...
2025-04-1337 minDream Machine - AI and CreativityWhat is Creativity Anyway? - Conversation with Professor Dustin StokesIn this episode of Dream Machine, I sit down with Professor Dustin Stokes, a philosopher from the University of Utah, whose work explores the fascinating connections between perception, imagination, and creativity. We navigate the philosophical dimensions of AI and creativity, asking questions that have been on my mind: Can machines truly imagine? What makes human creativity different from AI-generated ideas? And how do our beliefs and desires shape not just what we create but how we experience the world?
We also discuss the role of imagination in scientific discovery, the ethical challenges of AI in creative spaces...
2025-02-0253 minDream Machine - AI and CreativityFrom the Horse's Mouth - Conversation with Chat GPTIn this episode of Dream Machine, I engage in a thought-provoking conversation with ChatGPT around the intersection of artificial intelligence and creativity. We explore how AI has evolved from a tool for repetitive tasks to a genuine collaborator in creative fields, discussing its training processes, the nature of AI-generated creativity, and the biases inherent in AI systems. The dialogue emphasizes the importance of human-AI collaboration, the potential for new forms of artistic expression and the future implications of AI in the creative landscape.
2024-12-0442 minDream Machine - AI and CreativityArt and AI - Luba ElliottLuba Elliott is a renowned curator, researcher, and consultant at the forefront of the AI-art movement, curating exhibitions and events around the world that explore how AI is creating new pathways for Artists. She’s worked with institutions like the Serpentine Galleries, the V&A, and the ART-AI Festival, Ars Electronica and CogX, and she’s frequently called on to speak at global events like NeurIPS. Luba’s work bridges the gap between tech and art, helping artists and technologists rethink creativity and authorship in the digital age.
In our conversation, we’ll explore her perspective on AI’s evo...
2024-11-0541 minDream Machine - AI and CreativityDeath of an Author - Stephen MarcheToday we joined by Stephen Marche, author and cultural commentator, whose work pushes the boundaries of writing and creativity. Steven‘s latest experiments involve collaborating with AI. From his groundbreaking novella, Death of an Author, to exploring the future of creativity in both human and machine driven storytelling, we will explore how AI is not just a tool but a potential collaborator in the world of writing and discuss what this means for the future of human imaginationb and one of the most deeply human pursuits - writing.
2024-11-0541 minDream Machine - AI and CreativityIntroduction - Dream Machine: AI and Creativity“Dream Machine” is your front-row seat to hear in real-time how artificial intelligence is reshaping the creative world. We’re here to reveal the exciting, sometimes unsettling ways AI intersects with art, culture and innovation, Through lively, thought-provoking and often humorous conversations with artists, engineers and creative trailblazers, we explore how AI is reshaping what it means to be creative. While AI can assist, collaborate, amplify and even challenge us, it’s our unique perspective, imagination and wit that keep the human creative flame alive.
2024-11-0501 min
Fight Game Media NetworkThe Boom - Kenny Omega Vs. Will Ospreay 2 | Forbidden Door Recap ShowJames is sick with whatever ailment took Adam Cole off of Forbidden Door, so this week Kevin is joined again by the hosts of Speaking of Strong Style, Jeremy Finestone and Steven Conway. Together they discuss the most important topic of the weekend: Harley Cameron’s rap skills. But first, a deep dive into all of the matches at Forbidden Door, and a look to the future of the AEW / New Japan partnership.
Also:
Will Ospreay vs. Kenny Omega - great match or greatest match?
Bryan Danielson’s broken freaking arm
A theory on why Tony Khan favors Minoru over Hiro...
2023-06-271h 49Fight Game Media NetworkThe Boom - Forbidden Door Preview | CM Punk is The Head of the Table | Collision ReactionsIn this super-sized episode of The Boom, James and Kevin are joined by Speaking of Strong Style co-host Jeremy Finestone to preview this weekend’s Forbidden Door show. CM Punk returned to AEW TV on the debut episode of Collision and demanded to be acknowleged. Will his Main Character Energy be the shot in the arm AEW needs, the beginning a new round of backstage chaos, or both?
Also:
A full review of Collision and “One Bill Phil”
Kevin Kelly shines even when he gaffes
Andrade and Buddy steal the show
More predictions for Forbidden Door matches
The future of the MJ...
2023-06-201h 52
Rabbitt Stew ComicsEpisode 406 Comic Reviews: DC DC Pride 2023 by Grant Morrison, Hayden Sherman, Marissa Louise, Leah Williams, Paulina Ganucheau, Nadia Shammas, Bruka Jones, Tamra Bonvillain, A.L. Kaplan, Josh Trujillo, Don Aguillo, Jeremy Holt, Andrew Drilon, Mildred Louis, Rex Ogle, Stephen Sadowski, Enrica Eren Angiolini, Christopher Cantwell, Skylar Partridge, Dearbhla Kelly, Nicole Maines, Rye Hickman, Bex Glendining Power Girl Special by Leah Williams, Marguerite Sauvage, Marissa Louise, Joanne Starer, Natacha Bustos, Tamra Bonvillain Marvel Amazing Spider-Man 26 by Zeb Wells, John Romita Jr., Scott Hanna, Marcio Menyz Edge of Spider-Verse 2 by David Hein, Luciano Vecchio, Brian Reber, Benjamin Percy, Marika Cresta, Ruth...
2023-06-102h 29Fight Game Media NetworkThe WRAP - Rey Mysterio is scared of Dominik | The Good Brothers are back | Bray Wyatt speaksThe latest episode of The WRAP is now live for your listening pleasure! Keila Cash, Scott Young, and extra special guest Jeremy Finestone recap the week that was in WWE.
Hot Topics Includes: Rey Mysterio is scared of Dominik, Sami Zayn continues to be the centerpiece of The Bloodline drama, The Good Brothers save AJ Styles in the clutch, Brock Lesnar sends a message to Bobby Lashley, Nathan Frazer and Axiom end their Best of the Three series on a high note, Kiana James is a guilty pleasure, Liv Morgan embraces the extreme way of life, and Bray Wyatt speaks...
2022-10-171h 38
ALL GOOD VIBESJames Finestone - ArupJames Finestone is Director at Arup Architecture Europe. He is a multidisciplinary leader, experienced in low energy design, masterplanning and the role of Architecture in cities. As well as overseeing the development of the teams in Arup’s European offices, he has recently been involved in a number of sports stadia projects around the world, masterplans in Italy, Turkey and China, Science and Industry projects including Jaguar Landrover, Nestle and Equinix and many commercial projects. He was trained as an architect but has recently also gone back to student life in parallel with work to complete a masters in Machine Le...
2020-07-0129 min