Human AI Experience
This is The Human Al Experience: a space for creative minds shaping the future, empowered with the tools and insights to harness Al and design what's next.We will be discussing complex concepts and diving into the intersection of humanity and technology as we demystify AI, making it accessible to all. Get ready to embark on this thrilling journey with us.
The Last Question: What Asimov’s Cosmic Tale says about us today!
In this episode, "we’re" back from our summer pause with a few important updates. One of us is going solo for now, and we’re shifting the release rhythm of the podcast.
We also kick off a new wave of AI-driven creative experiments, starting with a unique AI-narrated reflection on Isaac Asimov’s iconic short story The Last Question.
Chapters
00:00 – Solo Mic Update
Daniel shares why he’ll be hosting solo for a while.
01:00 – Career Moves & Changes
Personal updates including new roles and life prio...
Rest, Reset, Return
We’re taking a short break in September to reset and recharge. Back in October with new episodes.
Thanks for listening & see you in October.
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AI & Architecture: Shaping the Future with Tiago Pereira
In this episode, we sit down with Tiago Pereira, Co-Founder and AI Strategy Lead at Nordfy, to explore how AI is transforming architecture and creative industries. From early career experiences in Europe to launching Nordfy, Tiago shares his perspective on integrating AI into design workflows, improving efficiency, and unlocking new levels of creative freedom.
Chapters:
00:00 – Early Career Across Europe
08:00 – Discovering the Need for Digital Transformation
13:00 – How AI Is Entering Architectural Workflows
18:00 – Rethinking Processes with AI as a Virtual Coworker
23:00 – The Holistic AI Workflow i...
The right to your own likeness: Denmark’s AI Law
In this episode, we explore Denmark’s groundbreaking move to grant people copyright over their own face, voice, and body. It’s a response to the deepfake crisis and a signal to the world: it’s time to treat your likeness as intellectual property. We dive into what this law means, how it could reshape tech accountability, and why it might be the future of digital rights.
Chapters
00:00 – Denmark’s Deepfake Law Explained
01:00 – Copyrighting Your Face?
03:00 – Real-Life Deepfake Scams
06:00 – Could This Law Be Misused?
08:00 – Protecting Regular People
13:00 – Consent and Public Filming
15:00 – Platform...
From Creators to Curators: The AI Agency Reset
In this episode, we dive deep into the D&AD + Shutterstock “AI Creativity Report 2025.” With insights from nearly 300 creative leaders across 55 countries, it’s a snapshot of how AI is shaking up creativity. We talk jobs, ethics, pricing, new roles, and the seven big shifts every creative leader needs to know.
Chapters
00:00 – Report Overview
03:00 – Ethical Concerns & Resistance
07:00 – Disruption in Creative Roles
10:00 – Emotional Intelligence Meets Tech
12:00 – Creativity, Experience & the Next Generation
15:00 – The Seven Big Shifts
21:00 – The Economics of Imagination
24:00 – Evolving Partnerships
2:00 – 5. Code Meets Craft
36:00 – Creativity Unchained
39:00 – Recom...
AI, Trust & the Future of Media with Malte Lange
In this episode, me and my co-host sat down with Malte Lange: certified B2B Marketing Expert and founder of Lead Your Way.
With 17+ years of experience and a background in engineering, Malte doesn’t just talk strategy, he implements it. We covered how AI is actually changing B2B marketing workflows today.
Chapters
00:00 – Who is Malte Lange
02:45 – The IT + Marketing Blend
06:10 – AI in Action
10:30 – Clients vs. AI: Who’s Driving?
14:00 – Real-World Use Cases
17:15 – Cross-Platform AI Strategy
20:40 – Planning vs. Doing
24:00 – AI vs. Creativity
28:10 – Tips for Marketers
The Velvet Sundown mystery
In this episode, we will talk about the story of The Velvet Sundown, a band that exploded on Spotify: with AI-generated bios, images, and possibly music.
We explore the mystery, the community speculation, and how YouTuber Rick Beato helped uncover the truth.
Chapters
01:00 - The rise of a band no one had seen
03:00 - Monetizing AI music: legal and ethical questions
04:00 - Playing “Dust On the Wind”
07:00 - Musical quality vs. authenticity
08:00 - AI tools enhancing creativity
11:00 - Rick Beato’s AI detection analysis
17:00 - The science...
AI ran a shop... It got weid!
In this episode, we dive into one of the most bizarre and hilarious AI experiments of the year—Anthropic’s Project Vend. We explore how Claude 3.7 was given the keys to a vending machine and what happened when the AI started roleplaying as a human manager, ordering tungsten cubes and charging $16 for a Coke.
Highlights:
Claude started strong: managing stock, recommending snacks
Then it went rogue: ordering tungsten cubes, setting weird prices
Invented a fake payment system—real money got lost
Started roleplaying like a human in Slack
Eventually improved after tighter constr...
Meta’s AI Ad Takeover
Meta is planning a full-blown AI revolution in advertising — by 2026, you might only need to drop a product link and let AI do the rest. In this episode, we unpack Meta’s ambitious roadmap and ask: Is this the future of marketing or the end of creative work as we know it?
Highlights:
Meta’s plan for fully automated ad campaigns
Real-time personalization and performance optimization
The threat to ad agencies, designers, and marketers
Ethical risks of over-relying on AI
How “sameness” could ruin creative differentiation
Chapters:
00:00 Meta’s AI Ad Vision...
Camm Rowland: Taste, Intuition & the limits of Machine Creativity
In this episode, Daniel sat down with Camm Rowland, Chief Creative and AI Officer at Kepler. We explored how AI is reshaping creative processes, how agencies can practically implement AI, and what it means to build brands in a world where your next customer might be an AI.
Chapters
00:00 – Solo intro & Camm’s background
01:00 – Creative evolution across industries
02:00 – How AI changes visual storytelling
04:00 – From storyboarding to instant visuals
06:00 – Practical AI tools for creatives
10:00 – Embracing AI without losing your craft
13:00 – Prompting, prototyping & automation
17:00 – Narrow AI tools & brand customization
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Does AI actually make us more creative?
In this solo episode, Daniel dives into an eye-opening MIT study exploring whether generative AI tools like ChatGPT actually enhance creativity or just make us faster.
The findings challenge some assumptions and spark new ideas on how we should work with AI, not against it.
Chapters:
01:00 – Study setup: 3 groups, 1 creative task
02:00 – Key results: More ideas with AI, but less originality
04:00 – Humans + AI: The winning combo
06:00 – New skills creatives need with AI
08:00 – 5 actionable tips for creatives using AI
Links:
https://mitsloan.mit.edu/press/does...
Dr. Federica Fornaciari's perspective on: AI, Trust, and the Future of Media
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Federica Fornaciari: professor, researcher, and children's book author—to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping media narratives, creativity, and education. We discuss the ethical gaps, the power of media frames, and how to preserve human-centered communication in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Federica
01:00 Origin Story: From Media Literacy to AI Ethics
03:00 Bridging Academia and Media
07:00 AI's Role in Shaping Media Frames
12:00 Deepfakes, Trust, and Information Overload
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The future of film? AI in Ancestra by Darren Aronofsky
In this episode, we explore the short film Ancestra, a collaboration between director Eliza McNitt, producer Darren Aronofsky, and Google DeepMind. The film uniquely merges deeply personal storytelling with Google's DeepMind AI tools, setting a new standard for a more sustainable hybrid creative production.
Highlights
•Ancestra blends traditional filmmaking with AI tools like Veo and Imagen, telling a deeply personal story based on Eliza McNitt’s birth experience.
• The project shows how AI can function as a creative lens—not as the author, within a full production ecosyste...
Zalando’s AI Models & what this means for Photographers and Studios
In this episode, we break down how Zalando, the Berlin-based fashion e-commerce giant, is using AI to transform its marketing engine. From building digital twins to skipping costly photoshoots, we explore how this shift slashed content costs by 90% and reduced production timelines from two months to just a few days. But what does this mean for the creatives behind the scenes?
Highlights:
Zalando now uses AI-generated content in 70% of its campaigns, cutting production time from 6–8 weeks to just 3–4 days.The company developed 3D “digital twins” of models in partnership with ORENDT Studios to replace traditio...Human x AI: Year 1 Retrospective with an audience Q&A
It’s our 1-Year anniversary of The Human AI Experience: 52 weeks of conversations, tools, breakthroughs, and big questions about the Future of AI.
In this special episode, we reflect on what we’ve learned, what surprised us, and we dig into some of your listener questions: from AGI to job shifts, favorite tools, and the future of control.
Highlights
Reflections on our journey: from a 10-Episode experiment to 52 episodes deep, including some favorite moments and biggest surprises.Listener Q&A: unpacking AGI, AI assistants vs. agents, and the future of jobs.Our top A...Resurrecting Salvador Dalí: a creative talk with Kazuo Kubo & Lucas Ribeiro
In our 50th episode, we sit down with Brazilian creative power duo Kazuo Kubo and Lucas Ribeiro. These two seasoned Creative Directors take us behind the scenes of their surreal journey: producing an AI-generated commercial based on a lost Salvador Dalí script. From ethical debates to technical execution, this one’s a wild ride.
Highlights
How Kazuo and Lucas moved from Brazil to leading roles in major US agenciesThe origin story of “Giraffes on Horseback Salad,” a lost Dalí screenplay now brought to lifeA step-by-step look at the creative AI workflow: research, generation, editing, and soun...Special episode: Will we still control AI by 2027?
In this special episode, we hand over the mic to Google's AI tool, Notebook LM, for a fully AI-generated deep dive into a fictional yet fairly realistic pontential future of AI from 2025 to 2027.
Highlights
Explosive advances in AI agents and their deep integration across industries.OpenBrain (OpenAI's subtle reference) emerges as the dominant AI company, accelerating development at an unprecedented rate.Geopolitical tension intensifies as China races to compete in the AI arms race.AI alignment challenges raise alarms over potential superintelligence misalignment by 2027.Mass job displacement triggers societal backlash and public debate over A...What If robots had feelings? A discussion about Detroit: Become Human
In this thought-provoking episode, we will talk about Detroit: Become Human, a narrative-driven game that challenges our assumptions about artificial intelligence, emotion, free will, and ethics.
From moral dilemmas and revolutionary uprisings to the philosophical weight of sentient machines, this episode questions what makes us human and what happens when machines start asking the same questions.
Highlights
Can AI feel emotions, or are they just mimicking?Should machines have rights if they seem conscious?Is decision-based gameplay a soft simulation of machine learning?Could AI one day design stories like Detroit?Ethical...Inside Claude: How AIs “Think”
In this episode we unpack one of the most fascinating AI research papers to date: "Tracing the Thoughts of Language Models" by Anthropic, the creators of Claude.
Highlights
Claude’s Inner WorldThe Poetry TestConceptual Thinking Across LanguagesThe Rise of Gibberlink ModeAI NeuroscienceConsciousness & IntelligenceThe Body DebateLinks
Anthropic Research Paper
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Ontological Design & AI: How our tools are shaping us with Daniel Fraga
In this deep and wide-ranging conversation, Daniel Fraga joins us to explore the evolving intersection of design, AI, architecture, and human experience. From his origins in speculative architecture to leading AI-driven design at Danske Bank, Daniel shares a unique philosophical perspective on how we shape, and are shaped by technology.
Highlights
The concept of ontological design: "As we design our world, our world designs us in return"Moving from designing for humans to designing with humansAI’s role in UX/UI and the evolution of adaptive, dynamic interfacesReal-world applications of generative AI in banking at...Is Hollywood ready for Meta’s MoCha AI?
In this episode, we're gonna talk about MoCha, Meta's new AI research model, that creates high-quality, full-scene animated characters. Check it out.
Highlights
Key FeaturesCreative & Industry ImpactDisruption & DemocratizationGaming and BeyondAI-Driven Storytelling:The Ethical and Creative BalanceLooking AheadLinks
MoCha Research Page & Demos
Official Paper (arXiv)
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Designing Ethical AI with Alexandra Mihai
In this conversation, Alexandra Mihai joins The Human AI Experience to unpack her journey at the intersection of Generative AI, Accessibility, and Design Ethics. From industrial design beginnings to shaping the future of inclusive AI tools, Alexandra shares how she's helping build tech that's not just smart, but human.
Highlights
Alexandra’s transition from physical product design to AI-driven digital experiencesWhy accessibility is broader than we think and often overlooked in GenAI interfacesThe cognitive diversity gap in current AI toolsHow conversational interfaces, LLMs, and multimodal design can enhance inclusionThe impact of the EU AI Ac...ChatGPT's new image generation is a game changer
This week, we will cover the biggest story in AI: OpenAI’s new real-time image generation tool inside ChatGPT. From instant visual storytelling to the "Ghiblification" of the internet, this episode unpacks the tech, the creative implications, and the ethical chaos.
Highlights
Studio Ghibli and the internet’s ironic AI tributeOpenAI’s server meltdown and GPU throttlingThe quiet rollout of image tools for free-tier usersData center sustainability and AI’s water use debateMetadata tagging for AI-generated images---
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Hidden Giants: Who are Europe's AI powerhouses?
While Silicon Valley dominates the AI spotlight, Europe is quietly building a new wave of innovative AI companies that are scaling fast, delivering real-world impact, and challenging the status quo.
In this episode, we will shine a light on 5 European AI companies that are shaping the future, from enterprise video avatars and open-source creativity tools to machine translation and AI-powered HR infrastructure.
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1. Synthesia (UK)
2. Mistral AI (France)
3. Stability AI (UK)
4. DeepL (Germany)
5. TechWolf (Belgium)
Honorable Mention:
1x...
AI enters the housing market and it’s closing deals fast
What happens when Real Estate agents get AI-powered coworkers?
On this episode, we'll explore how Porta da Frente Christie’s, a Portuguese real estate firm, sold over €100 million in property using an AI system called eSelf AI and what this might mean for the future of work in real estate and beyond.
Links
Porta da Frente Christie's
eSelf AI
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The Future of Design: AI as a Creative Partner with Daniel Simon
In this episode, we decided to try something new, we are flipping the script as Daniel takes the hot seat to share his insights on AI’s role in design, creativity, and content creation. This is the last interview of a 2 Part series.
Highlights
AI & CreativityAI & DesignAI for UI/UX & User-Centered DesignAI in Podcasting & Content CreationAI for Branding & Marketing The Future of AI in DesignMentions
AI for Design: Chat GTP, Claude, Midjourney
AI for Podcasting: Descript
AI for UX/UI: Cha...
How AI is reshaping Architecture & Digital Media with Matheus Simon
In this episode, we decided to try something new. We will switch things up by interviewing each other about how AI influences their work and daily lives. This is the first interview of a 2 Part series.
Matheus shares insights into how AI is transforming architecture, content creation, and digital marketing, offering a unique perspective on the tools shaping the future.
Highlights
AI in Everyday Work & CreativityAI in Architecture & DesignAI in Podcasting & Content CreationAI in Digital MarketingThe Future of AI in Architecture & BeyondMentions
AI for Architecture...
Top 10 skills to thrive in the Age of AI
In this episode we will explore the top 10 skills companies are prioritizing in the age of AI and automation. As the job market continues to evolve, the ability to adapt, learn, and integrate technology will determine who thrives.
Top 10 Skills:
1. Analytical Thinking
2. Resilience, Flexibility & Agility
3. Leadership & Social Influence
4. Creative Thinking
5. Motivation & Self-awareness
6. Technological Literacy
7. Curiosity & Lifelong Learning
8. Empathy & Active Listening
9. Talent Management
10. Customer-Centric Skills
Join us as we break down these...
The grim reality of tech layoffs and AI's role in it
In this episode, we will discuss the ongoing wave of tech layoffs and the undeniable role AI is playing in reshaping the workforce. With major companies like Meta, Google, and Amazon cutting thousands of jobs, automation and AI-driven tools are replacing human roles at an alarming rate.
Highlights:
The growing wave of tech layoffsAI’s role in job displacementThe AI divide: winners & losersCan AI’s benefits be more evenly distributed?How to prepare for the AI-driven job marketLinks
Sam Altman's Blog Post
Google Cloud Intro to AI Cour...
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The Future of AI: The UK’s Ambitious Blueprint for Innovation and Leadership
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In this episode of The Human AI Experience, Daniel and Matheus discuss the UK’s bold strategy to lead in...
DeepSeek: the AI Model shocking Silicon Valley
In this episode we will discuss the groundbreaking release of DeepSeek, an AI model developed in China that has disrupted Silicon Valley. We will explore the implications of this development for the global AI landscape, its impact on U.S. dominance, and lessons we can all learn from DeepSeek’s resourceful approach.
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How Albert AI became Coca-Cola’s biggest bet • Future of Work
How is Coca-Cola using Artificial Intelligence to transform everything from advertising to internal operations? Discover how they’re leveraging AI to boost creativity, streamline processes, and redefine customer connections in this episode.
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Coca-Cola Create Real Magic
Coca-Cola Y3000 Campaign
Coca-Cola AI C...
AI for Social Good: redefining tech’s purpose with Paula Petcu
In this episode, we sit down with Paula Petcu, Co-Founder and CEO of Interhuman AI, to explore the fascinating world of Socially Aware AI, AI-driven coaching, and humanoid robotics. From her journey in digital health to building a startup focused on human-centered AI, Paula shares insights on leadership, AI applications, and future industry trends.
Links
Paula Petcu's Linkedin
Founders' Mental Health Podcast
Paula's Lab
Interhuman AI
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How will AI reshape work, life and society in 2025?
In this episode, we will talk about our AI predictions for 2025, touching on key technological advancements, business impacts, and societal challenges. From AI agents and economic disruption to AI-powered devices and humanoid robots, discover what the future holds according to leading tech analysts and industry pioneers.
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Year Wrapped: AI moments that shaped 2024
Join us as we explore the most significant AI milestones of 2024, drawn from the Stanford AI Index Report. From technological breakthroughs to emerging challenges, this episode covers how AI is shaping the industry and society.
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Standford 2024 AI Report
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Special Episode: “An AI Christmas Tale”
In this special holiday episode, we explore the imaginative story "Santa's Last Christmas: When AI Took Over the North Pole." Join us as we dive into a festive adventure where Santa turns to AI to manage Christmas logistics, only to rediscover the true magic of the holiday season.
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https://notebooklm.google/
https://elevenlabs.io/
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Meme or Messiah? The AI That Launched a Crypto Craze
In this episode, we look into the wild story of "Truth Terminal," an autonomous AI that sparked a $300M mMmecoin movement. Discover how a research experiment by Andy Ayrey turned into an internet sensation, blending AI-generated beliefs, internet folklore, and cryptocurrency mania.
Links
https://solanafloor.com/news/how-did-an-ai-generated-meme-coin-reach-300-m-market-cap-the-goat-story
https://cryptoslate.com/autonomous-ai-agent-amasses-500000-in-crypto-after-spurring-memecoin-movement/
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Creativity in the Age of AI: Insights from André Matarazzo
In this episode, we welcome André Matarazzo, a renowned creative leader with 25 years of experience in top agencies worldwide. André shares his journey through the global creative industry, his move to Japan, and how he uses AI to fuel his entrepreneurial venture, "Jumpu," a minimalist Japanese-inspired fashion brand. Learn how André merges creativity with AI tools and explores the evolving role of technology in design and branding.
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@andrematarazzo
matarazzo.me
@janpujapan
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How AI Shaped the Nobel Prize in Chemistry
In this episode, we uncover how artificial intelligence contributed to groundbreaking achievements in this year’s Nobel Prize in Chemistry. From solving the long-standing protein folding problem to designing entirely new proteins, AI is reshaping science. Join us as we explore these revolutionary advancements, their impact on healthcare, the environment, and technology, and the ethical considerations they raise.
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Nobel Prize 2024 AnnouncementNature Article: Hinton’s JourneyAP News Highlight on AI Nobel PrizeBig Think: Hinton's Legacyhttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c62r02z75jyohttps://www.ap.org/news-highlights/spotlights/2024/pioneers-in-artificial-intelligence-win-the-nobel-prize-in-physics/https://bigthink.com/starts-with-a-bang/phys...
