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What Ever Happened To Bette and Joan Archives -What Ever Happened to Bette & Joan? Ep.8 – The Karate Killers and Madame SinWHAT EVER HAPPENED TO BETTE & JOAN? EP.8 – THE KARATE KILLERS AND MADAME SIN “How would you like your submarine, gentlemen?” Welcome to another episode of What Ever Happened to Bette & Joan?, our ongoing journey through late-era Bette Davis & Joan Crawford. This week, we watch the two divas become a pair of […]
2025-07-021h 19
Your AI RoadmapAI in Manufacturing and Compliance with Chief Innovation Officer, Kristina Kristina Hloptsidis, of SignifyIn this conversation, Kristina Hloptsidis, Chief Innovation Officer at Signify, discusses the challenges of compliance management in heavily regulated industries, particularly manufacturing, with Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek. She emphasizes the role of AI in transforming compliance processes, making them more efficient and strategic. Sound Bites"Regulation and compliance can be fun!""Never know if you don't try!""Failure is part of the journey."🔍 Compliance: Signify is focused on compliance management for manufacturing.🤖 Efficiency: AI can significantly reduce the time needed for compliance processes.🧠 Strategy
2025-06-1540 minWhat Ever Happened To Bette and Joan Archives -What Ever Happened To Bette & Joan? Episode 6 – I Saw What You Did and Burnt OfferingsWHAT EVER HAPPENED TO BETTE & JOAN? EPISODE 6 – I Saw What You Did and Burnt Offerings Welcome to another episode of What Ever Happened to Bette & Joan?, an ongoing journey through late-era Bette Davis & Joan Crawford. This week, our travels through grand dame guignol cinema comes to a close as we […]
2025-06-021h 01What Ever Happened To Bette and Joan Archives -What Ever Happened to Bette & Joan? Episode 5 – Berserk! & The NannyWHAT EVER HAPPENED TO BETTE & JOAN? EPISODE 5 – BERSERK! & THE NANNY Welcome to another episode of What Ever Happened to Bette & Joan?, our ongoing journey on late-era Bette Davis & Joan Crawford. This week, we head across the pond to England for a pair of British chillers starring our two legendary […]
2025-05-191h 03What Ever Happened To Bette and Joan Archives -What Ever Happened to Bette & Joan? Episode 3: What Ever Happened to Baby Jane & Hush…Hush, Sweet CharlotteWHAT EVER HAPPENED TO BETTE & JOAN? EPISODE 3: WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO BABY JANE & HUSH…HUSH SWEET CHARLOTTE “Oh, really, did she like it?” In this sisters and cousins episode of What Ever Happened to Bette & Joan?, podcaster Jerry Downey and I look at the film that took Bette Davis and Joan Crawford […]
2025-04-221h 34
Her Next Act ~ Right Here, Right NowMy Next Act ~ Joan PaulIn this episode of HER NEXT ACT ~ Right Here, Right Now, host Joan Paul shares the personal journey that led her to start a podcast focused on women's next acts in life. Reflecting on the unpredictable nature of life’s transitions, Joan discusses how stumbling upon the book When to Jump by Mike Lewis inspired her path. She reveals the key epiphanies that motivated her to create this podcast.Joan emphasizes the importance of taking agency in one’s life, embracing growth, and redefining the concept of aging. She encourages listeners to confront resistance, embrace pers...
2025-04-0216 min
Your AI RoadmapTurning CO2 into Graphite: Climate Innovation with Homeostasis from French Fest Fireside ChatHave you heard about turning carbon dioxide turning into graphite? In this lively fireside chat, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek sits down with CEO and co-founder Makoto Eyre to explore why new ideas in climate tech matter more than ever—especially when it comes to tackling carbon dioxide’s impact on our planet. Homeostasis turns CO2 into industrial graphite. What can we do with industrial graphite? Learn more in this episode.Hear from people at the event ask questions in this live recording from the French Fest in Seattle recorded March 23, 2025.Sound Bites: ...
2025-03-2543 minWhat Ever Happened To Bette and Joan Archives -What Ever Happened To Bette & Joan: Ep 1 – Humoresque & The LetterWHAT EVER HAPPENED TO BETTE & JOAN: EP 1 – HUMORESQUE & THE LETTER “Don’t You Like Martinis?” In the debut episode of What Ever Happened to Bette & Joan, we go back a couple of decades before the making of What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? to look at classic Bette & Joan with […]
2025-03-241h 16
Ageing UnapologeticallyJoan Markwell - Finding Strength in Vulnerability, the story behind her podcast.In this engaging conversation, Joan Markwell shares her journey through fitness, motherhood, and the challenges of ageing. She reflects on her experiences as a trainer and mentor, the impact of physical injuries on her life, and the importance of humour and connection. Joan discusses her decision to stop drinking, face her grief, and embrace vulnerability, ultimately leading to the launch of her podcast, 'Ageing Unapologetically.' This episode highlights the resilience and strength of women as they navigate life's challenges and celebrate their journeys.Joan emphasizes the importance of community and support in motherhood...
2025-03-0744 min
Proofing StageREPRISE! Don't Say "DEI," Just Make it Mean SomethingWhen times are shit and you need a pep talk... and strategies... and allies... It's time to return to our Season 2 Episode with:Erin Stampp, she/her, MPP - Director, Professional DevelopmentWashington University School of Medicine in St. LouisIn this episode of Proofing Stage, hosts Michelle Bond and Joan Kanner are joined by DEI practitioner Erin Stampp. Together, they unpack the challenges and necessities of implementing effective DEI strategies, even for minority business owners.Erin emphasizes that true diversity goes beyond visibility; focusing on fostering an i...
2025-02-191h 03
Joan of Angels ShowUnlock Financial Miracles with Dr Joan of AngelsAre you ready to transform your financial future and step into abundance? Join us for aFREE Financial Miracle Webinarwhere Dr. Joan, a renowned Miracle Maker and Financial Empowerment Coach, will guide you through powerful strategies to create financial freedom and protect what matters most.This is more than just a webinar—it’s a transformative experience where you'll gain the knowledge and tools to take control of your financial destiny. Whether you’re seeking to protect your identity, build a sustainable home-based business, or simply unlock your potential, this event is for YOU! What Yo...
2025-01-3138 minProofing StageDefund, Dismiss, Delete: Business Lessons from Forgotten RadicalsDr. Eleanor Rust and Dr. Tristra Newyear YeagerProducers, Writers & Hosts of Frances Wright: America's Forgotten RadicalWomen have - and do - play significant roles in shaping history, yet their stories are often never recorded in the first place or simply erased. By answering the question "Frances who?" Eleanor and Tristra provide insights into how some women-owned businesses are also forgotten - if they were acknowledged at all. Tired of battling algos? Navigating the troubled waters of modern journalism?Let's redefine success and shed light on women while...
2025-01-291h 01
Electric Ladies PodcastThe Future is Electric - Joan on Full Crew podcast with Matt Bianco and Chris Treanor “This is not just an executive order. There is a point behind net zero goals, and this is to address climate change and global warming. A million and a half EVs were sold last year. Infrastructure is still being built. I’d say the train has left the station." Joan Michelson on Full Crew Podcast The U.S. government has provided $7 billion in funding for critical minerals and $7 billion to fund 500,000 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. With a new administration now in place, what can this mean for the transition to EVs, as well as EV po...
2025-01-211h 02
Your AI RoadmapMy Mentor Made Me Happy Cry! Clips from Seattle Book Launch EventClips from the Seattle Book Launch Event!In this conversation, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek shares the stage with her mentor Kimfer Flanery-Rye (she/her) to discuss the book, their relationship, and a lens of integrating a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) lens on the book's work. Kimfer emphasizes the importance of feedback and collaboration in her work and shares personal anecdotes that highlight the value of supportive networks.Buy the Your AI Roadmap Book!💡 Takeaways🌍 Community support is vital for women entrepreneurs.💪 Mentorship can reshape narratives and perspectives.🤝 Net...
2025-01-1806 min
Your AI RoadmapBONUS! Ballsy Money Real Talk with Bonnie Bajorek Daneker (Joan's Aunt!)In this episode, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek talks with her aunt Bonnie Bajorek Daneker about careers, money, and the Your AI Roadmap book! They have a fun and candid conversation about money, negotiating worth, and building financial confidence, with practical tools. "I was delighted. I thought you were ballsy.""Frank conversations about finances are necessary.""This book is timely and timeless."Buy the Book! Your AI Roadmap: Actions to Expand Your Career, Money, and JoyConnect with Bonnie on LinkedInBonnie B...
2024-12-2151 minElectric Ladies PodcastThe Future Of The Energy Transition, Grid - Joan Moderating ICWS Webinar With Energy Leaders“Today we are talking about accelerating the clean energy transition, including government policy, lowering costs, and decarbonization...The new 2024 Energy Fact book (by BCSE & BNEF)… found that the energy transition is in full swing with ‘record breaking’ public and private sector investments in clean power and renewable energies showing cost competitiveness even without government subsidies…But the two key pieces we're going to talk about today are… the grid and storage.” Joan Michelson on Electric Ladies Podcast Between market forces, government incentives and funding, and public-private partnerships, the transition to a net zero economy is in full swing...
2024-12-171h 11Electric Ladies PodcastBuying Sustainable Fashion at the UN - Joan Moderates Climate Week“Women make up 80% or more of the garment industry workers. Women garment workers make meager wages and work excessive working hours, 14 to 16 hours a day…Fashion is ranked as the second most polluting business in the world by the UN, 7% of the landfill is garments. The garment industry emits 8 to 10% of global CO2 and 500,000 tons of micro plastics are dumped into oceans each year.” Joan Michelson at UN Climate Week SDG Media Zone The fashion industry faces the twin problems of being an environmental disaster, and treating their majority female workforce very, very badly, even dangerously badly in man...
2024-12-1031 minProofing StageWhat Qualifies You? Passion, Position, Funding & FilmmakingDr. Anaïs Webster Mennuti, PharmD Co-founder of Shots With That LLC Marie Wilda, Founder/CEO Lenkai.co In this week's episode Michelle and Joan sit down with producers, Anaïs and Marie, to learn more about the driving factors behind their documentary film, Harmacy, including their personal experiences and funding sought to make it happen. While Big Pharma and the opioid epidemic have flooded our culture and consciousness, less attention has been paid to pharmacies themselves - their workers, and the people they serve.As...
2024-11-1343 min
Your AI RoadmapEdge Tech: Silicon to Software the Size of a Quarter with Elizabeth Samar Rubio of SiMa.aiElizabeth Samara Rubio, Chief Business Officer at SiMa.ai, discusses the advancements in multimodal applications and edge computing. How to get 10x faster and so much smaller. The size of a quarter!She explains the significance of integrating various AI models into everyday devices, the importance of privacy and latency in AI applications, and the challenges of deploying AI at the edge. Elizabeth also shares her career journey in the tech industry with advice for the audience.Podcast:🗳️ Feedback? Questions? https://yourairoadmap.com/podcastfeedback🗳️ Nominate Guests! https://yourairoadmap.com/podcastguest Takeaways...
2024-11-1246 minProofing StageRepresentation Matters: The 'Who's Got You' of Good PRMegan Hanson, Public Relations & Communications ConsultantIn an age of perpetual content creation and AI, you don't tend to hear much about traditional PR anymore. Often, it can feel like it's about the likes, the engagement numbers. And, don't get us wrong, measures are important. But here's a secret that this Proofing Stage episode shouts loud and proud: It's the people behind those measures that matter most. Customers. Team Members. Your Publicist - these are all people, baby. Actual human beings who, in the words of Megan Hanson, "want to connect with actual human beings."
2024-10-3056 min
Your AI RoadmapBonus! Interview with Luna (Joan's Dog) about the BookIn this light-hearted and bonus episode, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek introduces her dog Luna as a special guest to discuss her book, 'Your AI Roadmap.' The conversation explores themes of career resilience, the impact of AI on jobs, and the importance of financial literacy, all through the playful lens of a dog interview. Buy the Book: YourAIRoadmap.comJoan humorously navigates Luna's responses, reflecting on the challenges of writing the book and the lessons learned about balancing work and personal life. The episode concludes with recommendations for the book and a celebration of the...
2024-10-2208 min
Your AI RoadmapFrom NVIDIA to Gen AI Data Privacy with Dr. Eiman Ebrahimi of Protopia.aiDr. Eiman Ebrahimi, CEO and co-founder of Protopia AI, joins Your AI Roadmap to discuss how his company is revolutionizing the safe use of private data in enterprises. After a decade at NVIDIA, he co-founded Protopia AI. Protopia focuses on enabling secure data utilization for machine learning and generative AI applications, ensuring sensitive information such as intellectual property and financial records remains protected. Dr. Ebrahimi highlights the challenges businesses face when balancing data privacy with AI innovation, particularly in industries like healthcare and finance. Podcast:🗳️ Nominate Podcast Guests! https://yourairoadmap.com/podcastguestQuotes🛡...
2024-10-1526 min
Experiential AnatomyThe Joan EpisodeIt’s the Joan episode! Today we get to hear all about the little girl who dreamed of being a teacher and instead followed both her parents’ footsteps to become a fifth-generation doctor. Joan shares with us when her deep need for certainty began in childhood and explains why she is now deliberately stepping away from that particular value. Jamie’s questions bring us insight into Joan’s life as a mother, a daughter, a family physician, and a body. Then we get a peek into her favorite Instagram accounts and find out who the artist is that inspired Joan’s c...
2024-10-151h 14
Your AI Roadmap5 Keys to Amazon Alexa's Conversational AI with Emerson SklarEmerson Sklar, Chief Evangelist of Amazon Alexa, joins host Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek on Your AI Roadmap to discuss the 5 Keys to Amazon Alexa's Conversational AI. Emerson explores how large language models (LLMs) are enhancing Alexa’s ability to be more conversational, useful, personalized, trustworthy, and engaging. He also delves into the evolution of Alexa, from its consumer-focused origins to broader enterprise applications. Podcast:🗳️ Nominate Podcast Guests! https://yourairoadmap.com/podcastguest Quotes🌟 "The North Star of Alexa has always been to build the best personal AI assistant, something that's as natural as talking t...
2024-10-0836 min
Your AI RoadmapEarly Reader! Gabby Bajorek on Wiley Book: Fun, Relatable, Actionable"Real, relevant, and relatable. Your AI Roadmap gives a kick a** approach to personal finances & career planning in the era of AI. "Gabby Bajorek, Testimonial for "Your AI Roadmap" Book 🔥 In this bonus episode, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek and Gabby Bajorek (Joan's cousin!) discuss "Your AI Roadmap: Actions to Expand Your Career, Money, and Joy" since Gabby was an early reader who gave feedback on the manuscript!Gabby Bajorek is a Commercial Innovation Associate at The Coca-Cola Company (BODYARMOR SPORTS NUTRITION), and a Masters Student at Columbia University.📖 Buy the Book! YourAIRoadmap.com
2024-09-2927 min
Notícies La Veu de Sant JoanMor Joan Guillamet, l'home que va enregistrar els esdeveniments de Sant Joan dels últims 40 anysAquest dissabte va morir Joan Guillamet als 75 anys. Nascut a Vilallonga de Ter el 1949 i on va viure fins que es va casar i es va mudar a Sant Joan de les Abadesses, Guillamet va marcar la vila amb la seva vocació educativa com a professor. Però sens dubte el més destacable de la seva trajectòria vital va ser el seu esperit de documentació amb enregistrament d’imatges de totes les activitats que es feien a Sant Joan, les quals van passar a enriquir l’Arxiu Històric Municipal.
2024-09-2301 min
Your AI RoadmapSeason 1 Finale! Recap, Retrospective, and What's Next at Your AI Roadmap with Dr. Joan Palmiter BajorekIn the season finale of Your AI Roadmap podcast, host Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek reflects on the success of the first season, thanking the team and listeners for their support. The podcast has gained international traction, with listeners from 40 countries and 200+ cities. Throughout the season, episodes explored topics like multimodal AI, speech recognition, and emotional AI. Looking ahead, the next season will feature industry experts discussing cybersecurity, persona design, FinTech, and more. Additionally, the companion book Your AI Roadmap, focusing on AI, careers, and finances, will be released in January 2025.In this episode, we talk about:➡️ Intr...
2024-09-1027 min
Your AI RoadmapComputer Vision and Poker: Megan Gray of Moment AI Talks Large Vision ModelsMegan Gray, CEO and Founder of Moment AI, explores how large vision models revolutionize sectors like healthcare, mobility, retail, and government security. She explains how Moment AI uses proprietary data and computer vision to tackle data scarcity and enhance situational awareness. Megan recounts her journey from experiencing seizures and playing professional poker to founding Moment AI. She emphasizes hands-on AI learning, and avoiding hype. 🗳️ Podcast Feedback/Questions 🗳️ Nominate Podcast Guests Quotes:🏥 "I woke up in the hospital. They estimated I had 10 seizures."♠️ "At the end of the day, there's no difference between a poker table and...
2024-09-0657 min
Dream CatalystMy Crazy Journey to Health with Joan DanielsSend us a textEpisode 6 - My Crazy Journey to Health with Joan DanielsAre you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Are you battling your weight? Do you battle depression? Have some chronic health issues or other mood disorders? Tune in to hear Joan Daniels’ crazy health journey…and all that she has learned along the way!! Joan has lost over 100 pounds 5 times in her life and has finally found what she has been searching for since she was about 5 years old!!! Joan has reversed Type 2 Diabetes, Chrons Disease, Depression, Sleep Apnea, Fatty Live...
2024-08-221h 17Proofing StageWhat Acquiring Minds Want to KnowAlexis Grant, Founder & CEO of They Got Acquired“What I’m passionate about is helping founders who have put their blood, sweat, and tears into these businesses, especially female founders, to walk away with as much money as they deserve,” says Alexis Grant, founder and CEO of They Got Acquired. In this episode, Lexi joins Michelle and Joan to demystify the often-underestimated art of selling a business, especially for small and underrepresented founders.The conversation digs into why thinking of a business sale from day one can be a game-changer for small businesses, and ho...
2024-08-1446 min
Your AI RoadmapSatellite Data and Conservation: Gracie Ermi on Land Use, AI, and Protecting the PlanetGracie Ermi, Machine Learning Scientist at Impact Observatory, highlights how AI and satellite data transform land use mapping and environmental protection. By analyzing satellite imagery with machine learning, she improves data analysis efficiency and accuracy. Gracie discusses AI's impact on wildlife conservation, interdisciplinary challenges, and the importance of trust with environmental experts. She also shares her career journey into satellite data and encourages women to explore computer science and AI in conservation.Takeaways: 🤯 AI is enabling the geospatial field and environmental protection to expand in ways that weren't possible before. 🌍 Creating land use maps once took y...
2024-08-1442 min
Your AI RoadmapAI in Hiring: From Microsoft to YC Humanly's Recruitment SolutionsPrem Kumar, CEO and co-founder of Humanly, shares how the company helps hiring teams screen, schedule, and interview candidates efficiently and equitably. Focusing on early hiring stages for high volume companies, Humanly aims to address biases and improve the candidate experience. Kumar shares insights from building the company, highlighting the importance of responsible AI, and the right features. He discusses retention, employee engagement, and challenges in high-volume recruiting, offering advice to aspiring entrepreneurs to overcome fears and take action.Takeaways:🤖 Candidate Engagement: Candidates appreciate the opportunity to engage with a chatbot rather than being ignored.⚖️ Fair Sc...
2024-08-061h 03
Your AI RoadmapCreativity, Art, and AI: Dive into Digital Tooling with Adobe's Daniel RobbinsDaniel Robbins, Principal Designer at Adobe, delves into his work in 3D and generative AI, discussing how Adobe democratizes 3D creation. He highlights the combination of 3D technology and generative AI to generate 3D images from simple object guides, making these tools accessible to a wider audience. Robbins addresses challenges such as job displacement, equity, and ethics, emphasizing the importance of control and consistency in AI outputs. He explores the future of 3D and 2D video convergence. Throughout the episode, Robbins underscores the significance of understanding human needs, creating tangible artifacts, and storytelling, advising those in the field to...
2024-07-3152 minProofing StageWait, Business Ops Can Feel Good?Veronica Yanhs, Founder of Business Laid Bare & Creator of the Orgasmic Operations® MethodWhat do Star Wars and Aladdin have in common? For Veronica Yanhs, founder of Business Laid Bare and creator of the Orgasmic Operations® Method, they’re the start of her journey into blending kink with business operations. She joins hosts Michelle Bond and Joan Kanner to discuss her unconventional brand and the power in tightening up your business operations to achieve business growth and profitability - not to mention peace of mind!Operations are the lifeblood of any business, and Vero...
2024-07-3159 min
Your AI RoadmapSmart Glasses, AI, and AR: Inside Brilliant Labs with Bobak TavangarBobak Tavangar, CEO of Brilliant Labs, shares his journey of building a company at the cutting edge of artificial intelligence (AI) and augmented reality (AR). Brilliant Labs develops AI agents and smart glasses that merge AR and AI into a lightweight, user-friendly device. Bobak discusses challenges and surprises along the way, reflecting on the importance of data, ethical considerations, and the value of AI that understands individuals deeply. He emphasizes the need for a strong user experience (UX) and the existential purpose of the device, and shares metrics they’ve achieved in sales and community engagement on Discord. Bobak al...
2024-07-2355 minProofing StageYou Gotta Break Up to Break ThruRescuePoetix™ (she/her/ella/ellas), Poet, Advocate, Artist, Educator“It’s breaking up and then finding the breakthrough in that breakup,” says RescuePoetix™ as she talks with hosts Michelle Bond and Joan Kanner about her podcast, discussing how breaking up with concepts and constructs can lead to profound insights and personal growth. RescuePoetix™—the first Puerto Rican woman poet laureate emeritus of Jersey City—shares her journey as a bilingual, globally published performing poet, advocate, spoken word artist, and educator. A practiced advocate for herself and others, she inspires as an artist manager, and speaks about...
2024-07-1753 min
Your AI RoadmapRevolutionizing the Legal Field, AI in Law with Peter GeovanesPeter Geovanes, Chief Innovation and AI Officer at McGuireWoods LLP, discusses AI's transformative impact on the legal sector. He emphasizes AI tools like ChatGPT-4 for enhancing efficiency, competitive advantage, and prompt engineering. Highlighting data privacy and ethical use, he advocates a "trust but verify" approach. Geovanes also stresses the importance of education and a multidisciplinary strategy to harness AI's full potential.Peter Geovanes Notable Quotes🚀 "We were one of the first firms in the world to sign up and have access to ChatGPT-4 specifically fine-tuned for legal."💡 "It's really important that we become masters of prompt...
2024-07-1647 minElectric Ladies PodcastPerforming Our Femininity & Values – Joan Michelson Speaks At Parlay House DC “Sustainable fashion has … given us more permission to wear our values, to choose what reflects our personalities and our values…We have a lot more choices. We have a lot more agency, we have a lot more resources and authority and influence…We can choose to make our impressions the way that we want to…Think about it, because you're sending a message. You're reflecting who you are with how you put yourself together that day….We make a statement with what we wear. So what statement do you want to make?” Joan Michelson at Parlay House DC Delia Ephron...
2024-07-1530 minProofing StageMichelle and Joan "Role" with Avis BooneIn what would become the waning days of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes last September, Bottoms Up Bagels (BUB) trekked up to New York City to spread some bagel love, and rounded out their BUB Roadshow engaging with those on the picket line. Among them was Avis Boone, actor, model, voice actor, photographer and content creator. Avis produces the That's How We Role podcast, where she talks with women making an impact as entrepreneurs, business owners, creatives, artists, actors, entertainment industry professionals, advocates, solopreneurs about their businesses and careers. Especially, their motivation and inspiration all while serving...
2024-07-1041 min
Your AI RoadmapInside Upwork: Lauren Dycus on AI in Product and Market DifferentiationLauren Dycus, Director of Product Management at Upwork, details her role and the company's mission. She focuses on work management, which streamlines processes from user onboarding to contract finalization. Upwork, the world's largest work marketplace, supports freelancers with specialized skills, enabling personal and company growth. Dycus emphasizes Upwork's commitment to equity between clients and freelancers, supported by a culture valuing empowerment and fair opportunities. She highlights a new bonus prompt feature designed to enhance freelancer-client relationships and foster long-term partnerships. Additionally, Dycus discusses Upwork's ethical AI approach, stressing human-in-the-loop protocols and data protection to ensure fair treatment for all...
2024-07-0949 min
Your AI RoadmapGenerative AI for Enterprise with Noelle Russell of AI Leadership InstituteNoelle Russell, founder of the AI Leadership Institute, shares her experience in AI, highlighting responsible AI, challenges in implementation, and the potential of generative AI in customer service. She emphasizes collaboration, flexibility, and aligning values with partners. Russell discusses harnessing team knowledge with LLMs, the role of certifications, AI education programs, and the importance of learning-by-doing and supportive communities.Noelle Russell Quotes🚀 "In the realm of AI, the leap from prototype to product is where true innovation takes flight."🤖 "Deploying AI responsibly is not just an option; it's a necessity for future-proofing our technological advancements."💡...
2024-07-0247 minProofing StageIn Service of Food BusinessesSue Ellsworth (she/her), Manager of Piedmont Food Processing Center and Founder of WE Power Food In the food industry, facing challenges is like battling summer heat—you can’t escape it, but you can learn to thrive with the right supports. In this episode of Proofing Stage, hosts Michelle Bond and Joan Kanner explore the realities with Sue Ellsworth, Manager of Piedmont Food Processing Center and Founder of WE Power Food, about running a shared kitchen successfully.Sue reveals how the center evolved into a 10,200 square-foot haven for 65 companies, navigating cross-contamination and o...
2024-06-261h 04
Your AI RoadmapCrafting Copilot's AI with Stephanie Blucker of MicrosoftStephanie Blucker, a senior content design manager at Microsoft, shares insights into her team's work on AI integrations across products like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Loop, Planner, & the M365 app. She explains the evolution of content design from UX writing to a more integrated role, emphasizing content designers' importance in creating user-friendly tech products. Stephanie discusses CoPilot, an AI feature in Microsoft products enhancing productivity & creativity, & highlights the shift towards deterministic computing, where users control their interactions with technology through prompts. Stephanie's journey from marketing manager to AI key player at Microsoft illustrates the value of diverse backgrounds in...
2024-06-2539 min
Your AI RoadmapTransforming Speech Recognition with Miguel Jetté of Rev.comMiguel Jetté, VP of AI at Rev.com, shares insights into the evolution and impact of AI in transcription and speech recognition. Rev started as a platform offering transcription, captions, and subtitles, heavily relying on AI to improve its tools and products. Miguel's journey began eight years ago, focusing on building speech recognition capabilities. This technology provides a first draft for "Revvers" (transcribers) to polish, enhancing efficiency and accuracy. He highlights the importance of a large and quality dataset, derived from Rev's transcription work, as a key advantage in training their speech recognition model. Challenges in testing a...
2024-06-1839 min
Your AI RoadmapDecoding Viral Trends with Chelsie Hall of ViralMomentChelsie Hall, CEO + Co-founder of AI startup ViralMoment, discusses the power of short-form video analytics with Joan. ViralMoment specializes in AI-powered, machine learning-driven B2B SaaS social intelligence, focusing on platforms like TikTok. They analyze video content beyond hashtags, uncovering its impact on audience beliefs, behaviors, and purchasing decisions.Chelsie emphasizes the importance of addressing user needs with innovative technology, drawing from her background at Techstars, Stanford, and Carnegie Mellon. ViralMoment's client roster includes Coca-Cola, Hulu, Disney, Warner Bros, NBC Universal, Widen + Kennedy, and Delta, benefiting from smarter social measurement tools. Joan is an investor in ViralMoment...
2024-06-1436 minProofing StageData, Integrity and the Sexiest BeastGuest - Sarah O'Leary (she/her), Founder and CEO of Mend Acupuncture---Imagine entering a dimly lit room. It's vast and yet you immediately feel tucked in. Soothing sounds swirl around you with a "whoosh, whoosh." You sit down in a dreamy recliner. After you settle in, you notice others quietly resetting their nervous systems. And just as you ask yourself "Could I be next to go on this journey?" you are approached by an open, capable and trendy practitioner. They speak first, offering both expertise and partnership delivered in a dulcet tone "What...
2024-06-1249 min
Your AI RoadmapEmotional AI: Building Better Human Connections with Rana Gujral, Behavioral SignalsRana Gujral, CEO of Behavioral Signals, joins Joan to discuss his company's groundbreaking work in emotional AI. Behavioral Signals extracts nuanced emotional, behavioral, and mental states from conversational tones, essential for developing Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). Their technology identifies emotions and behaviors from voice signals without using speech recognition, making it language-agnostic. Gujral's journey from corporate leadership to startup success highlights his commitment to leveraging AI to enhance human interactions and stay current in this evolving field.Rana Gujral Quotes✨ “We can get into your state of mind, your emotional behavioral cognition construct simply by your tone...
2024-06-0449 min
Your AI RoadmapBONUS Episode! Joan Interviewed by Jennie Stenhouse, CTO of Clarity AIIn this engaging BONUS episode, hosted by Joan Bajorek and featuring special guest interviewer Jennie Stenhouse, CTO of Clarity AI, listeners gain exclusive insights into Joan's dynamic career journey. They delve into practical AI applications and productivity tools, exploring AI's impact in sectors like agriculture and discussing entrepreneurship challenges. Joan shares valuable career advice, stressing the significance of networking, continuous learning, and embracing innovation. The conversation underscores the importance of personal well-being and cultivating a supportive network of mentors. Together, Joan and Jennie paint a compelling picture of navigating the evolving landscape of AI, offering actionable insights for aspiring...
2024-05-301h 15Proofing StageDon't Say "DEI," Just Make it Mean SomethingErin Stampp, she/her, MPP - Director, Professional DevelopmentWashington University School of Medicine in St. LouisIn this episode of Proofing Stage, hosts Michelle Bond and Joan Kanner are joined by DEI practitioner Erin Stampp. Together, they unpack the challenges and necessities of implementing effective DEI strategies, even for minority business owners.Erin emphasizes that true diversity goes beyond visibility; focusing on fostering an inclusive culture where diverse identities are seen and valued. The conversation also covers practical aspects like dietary restrictions in food businesses and universal design. Michelle and Joan...
2024-05-291h 02Proofing StageBONUS: Kait and Caro on What's Worth It and Intellectual Property in ArtGuests - Kait Klusewitz (she/her), Muralist/Artist | Caroline Lampinen (she/her), ArtistThere was so much goodness in our conversation with Kait and Caro that we couldn't fit it all into the full episode. This mighty bonus episode continues with the artists discussing the very real costs of stress and short turnaround times on last-minute, jobs and the true value of your time when being an entrepreneur.Our co-host, Joan Kanner, also tees up important questions about intellectual property for artists and start-ups in general. While it may not be top of...
2024-05-2215 minProofing StageThe Art of a Well-Placed ‘No’Guests - Kait Klusewitz (she/her), Muralist/Artist | Caroline Lampinen (she/her), ArtistBringing art to business and business to art, hosts Michelle Bond and Joan Kanner dive into a vibrant discussion on "Proofing Stage" with two extraordinary creatives. Kait Klusewitz and Caroline Lampinen join the episode to unpack the powerful intersection of creativity and social impact. Celebrated for their engagement with community and social movements—particularly their support for the Black Lives Matter initiative—they share how they've transitioned from “W2” jobs to self-employment and roles that fuse passion and talent with purpose and personal...
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Your AI RoadmapBehind the Scenes of MailChimp and TurboTax: AI Literacy with Nicolle Merrill of IntuitIn this conversation, guest Nicolle Merrill (she/her), Principal Conversation Designer at Intuit, discusses her role in designing conversational AI experiences and prompt engineering for generative AI products. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the problem being solved and setting clear boundaries for the AI solution. Nicolle also highlights the challenges of evaluating and measuring success in generative AI and the need for experimentation with metrics. She shares her experiences with prompt engineering and the creative aspect of writing prompts, as well as the surprises and complexities that come with it. Finally, Nicolle and Joan discuss the evolving nature...
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