Interviewing Mike: XR+AI's Impact on Tech & Life

Join us for an engaging interview with Mike, where we explore the intersection of technology, storytelling, and human values. Delve into the impact of AI innovations, the future of augmented reality in both personal and corporate spaces, and the trust complexities surrounding autonomous AI in creative tasks. Uncover deep philosophical insights on AI-generated content, leadership, and ethical considerations, alongside the latest tech trends that excite enthusiasts. This episode is packed with anecdotes, career reflections, and thought-provoking discussions, promising a comprehensive look at the ever-evolving tech landscape. 00:00 Intro tune 00:32 Welcome 03:03 Storytelling in Tech 09:17 The "Journail" AI Experiment 16:04 Augmented & eXtended Reality 20:35 Eat Your Own Dog Shit 22:52 Business Applications of AR 30:13 Common Misconceptions About AI 31:48 Encouraging AI Literacy in Children 32:52 Age and Technology Adoption 34:23 AI's Impact on Jobs and Society 36:31 Perceived Value of GenAI Content 39:12 Context and Storytelling 40:40 Family in Tech Leadership 44:25 Future (Arch)Angel Investor 52:20 It's OK to Quit (If You Know When) 55:59 American Overexpression 01:03:28 Quantum Computing 01:10:12 AI Dependency in Daily Life 01:11:26 Writing Sci-Phi & Time 01:13:35 Tracked Music vs. AI Music 01:15:14 Trusting Agentic AI 01:20:33 New Perspectives? 01:30:27 Career Regrets or Reflections 01:34:49 Values: Work Is Not War 01:38:16 Meeting Tweakers.net Founder 01:40:21 Nailing The End