The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: an app that helps you search and shop by images with your camera; using human measurement technologies to help athletes are injured; how learning is changing in a world with AI; and we discuss if the future of wearable technology is filled with glassholes.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[08:29] Ryan Kim: cherry.io[14;16] App-tastic:[23:03] Anthony Sinacore: vald.com[31:26] Dwayne Matthews: linkedin.com[41:26] : Socially SpeakingYou can also find oth AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: a new facility coming to Nova Scotia will supercharge Canada's battery researchers; a networking platform for the future of work; new money that's helping Canada's AI ecosystem; and a deep dive into the aftermath of Don Lemon's Elon Musk interview.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[10:33] Ravi Kempaiah: zen.energy[18:36] App-tastic[26:08] Christopher Fong: key.ai/[35:08] Elissa Strome: cifar.ca/[43:08] Socially SpeakingYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: what to do when panic attacks happen; what do water drones do; why social media is especially toxic for women and girls; and what we can do next for climate change.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[08:40] Matt Gutman: abcnews.com[20:21] App-tastic[27:14] Ester Strommen: syrenna.com[35:20] Kara Alaimo: karaalaimo.com[43:05] Socially SpeakingYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: options for travellers who want to be eco-aware; creating a technology combining deep learning, cloud-based computing, and autonomous decision making to support a 24/7 self-operating building; how to be more resilient online; and building a physical business on the web.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[10:46] Cassandra Sasso: wander.com.au[16:48] App-tastic[25:53] Sam Ramadori: brainboxai.com[34:46] Yasmin London: yasminlondon.com[44:39] In The Spotlight with Daej DesignsYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: making data work for businesses and beyond with a data-first approach; how a chatbot is changing the hiring process; how an AI startup is helping Hollywood keep up; and we chat about the business of storytelling.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[09:27] Shelby Austin: arteria.ai[19:31] App-tastic[27:46] Barb Hyman: sapia.ai[36:21] Chris Giliberti: itsavail.com[44:16] The Business of StorytellingYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: a new water source that can help alleviate pressures on this scarce commodity; a smart cat flap for your door that can stop your feline friend from bringing you ‘unwanted gifts'; how governments around the world are staying on top of AI guidelines; and how a flower delivery business is reshaping Valentine's Day.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[10:06] Tatiana Estevez: permalution.com[19:03] App-tastic[27:10] Oliver and Denis Widler: flappie.ch[34:46] Robert Piasentin: mcmillan.ca[43:48] Tonic Blooms: tonicblooms.comYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on X/Twitter.

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: putting AI guardrails in place around the world; how technology can be used to grow your business; how AI is being used to improve healthcare for women; and we talk about what a former OpenAI board member says about the delicate future of artificial intelligence.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[10:38] Putting in AI guardrails in place around the world[20:57] App-tastic[29:14] How technology can grow your business[35:13] How AI is being used to improve healthcare for women[42:24] Socially SpeakingYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: using human milk to develop medication that can help protect patients with immunodeficiencies; how extreme weather is affecting how we produce and deliver food; shedding light on how online defamation can affect people; and building the entrepreneurial spirit in the age of technology.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[08:57] Viraj Mane: lactiga.com[16:20] App-tastic[23:57] Alida Burke: thegrowcer.ca[32:03] Online Defamation[41:19] Socially SpeakingYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: a headband that can stop teeth grinding; the consequences of AI during record-breaking worldwide elections; a lamp that can keep seniors safe; and what the internet thinks about Apple Vision Pro.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[09:01] Bas Borgdorff: https://www.jawsense.com/[16:50] App-tastic[25:24] AI & Worldwide Elections[34:01] Roeland Pelgrims: https://www.nobi.life/en[42:38] Socially SpeakingYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: creating art from other art with a new app; how to lead a happy life with Arthur C. Brooks; and we look at new tech for the new year with Marc Saltzman.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[08:15] Tristan Tiggeloven: popsandbox.com[17:23] Arthur Brooks: arthurbrooks.com[35:33] App-tastic[43:10] Marc Saltzman: marcsaltzman.comYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: new heat pump standards for improved cold-weather performance; Canadian AI regulation needs; Amber's gift guide for a smarter home; and are we reaching the end of online search.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[08:25] Lorenzo Rossi: terravisenergy.com[16:13] App-tastic[23:54] Robert Piasentin[34:45] Amber's Smart Home Gift Guide[42:04] Socially SpeakingYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on X(Twitter).

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: reducing food waste by upcycling spent beer grains; developing an alternative to meat with an animal fat-like liquid vegetable oil; innovations in underwater exploration & permanent habitats similar to the international space station; and the climate impact of today's artificial intelligence tools.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[07:24] Aviaja Riemann-Andersen: https://agrainproducts.com/[15:50] App-tastic[23:24] Michelle Lee: http://lypid.co[32:25] Sean Wolpert: http://deep.com[41:35] Socially SpeakingYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: the alarming increase in teen ‘sextortion'; the risk of greenwashing in reaching global climate goals; why Amazon blocking over 200 million suspected fake reviews in its store matters and what it means to the average online shopper; plus the new app from Tinder's ex-boss that's supposed to solve relationship problems.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[08:54] The Alarming Increase in Teen ‘Sextortion'[17:58] App-tastic[23:49] Mohammed Alkhalid: https://www.netzero.sa/[32:20] Scott Knapp: https://www.amazon.jobs/en/teams/buyer-risk-prevention[41:16] Socially SpeakingYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on X(Twitter).

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how one company is making surgical training equitable; how an innovative enzyme is helping the world's crops stay healthy; predictions for the future of AI; and Amber has the hottest tech for teens for this holiday season.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[07:16] Dr. Elliot Street: inovus.org[15:02] App-tastic[22:18] Pernille Hede: healthycrop.dk[29:33] Arun Iyengar: untether.ai[39:53] Amber's Tech for TeensYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on X(Twitter).

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: replacing just 20% of single-use plastic packaging with reusable alternatives can offer an economic opportunity of at least $10 billion; how companies can protect themselves against cybersecurity threats through a unique blend of people and technology; a look at the best deals in tech before the holiday season starts; and what happens when chatbots become an echo chamber.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[08:45] Allen Mohammadi: https://plasticfri.com/[15:55] App-tastic[23:32] Rob Burthurst: https://reveald.com/[32:32] Marc Saltzman: https://marcsaltzman.com/[39:16] Socially SpeakingYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: what we can learn from women who run the most innovative and successful companies in the world; how to create better meat products for the planet, people, and animals; getting help as a new parent through the entire journey with Bobo; and what happens when all broadcasting is replaced with narrowcasting.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[05:58] Julia Boorstin: When Women Lead[14:19] App-tastic[21:10] Richard Dillon: Ivy Farm Technologies[29:32] Grant McDonald: Bobo App[36:32] Socially SpeakingYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

This week on The Feed, Amber and Michael share a 3-part series featuring what it's like to work in mining both underground in Sudbury, Ontario and above the surface. Plus, what the hosts think of Elon Musk's proclamation that AI might lead to the end of work.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[09:35-25:04] The Sudbury Mine Life Tour from THIS IS MINING: The Podcast on Spotify[32:22] App-tastic[40:58] Socially SpeakingYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: diving into the future of cities on AI; Maclean's Magazine generates an AI cover; opportunities for the next generation of gamers; and why attention spans are getting shorter and what it really means.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[11:03] The Future of Cities on AI[20:37] App-tastic[26:14] Sarah Fulford: https://macleans.ca/[36:24] Alison Lacy: https://avalanchestudios.com/[44:38] Socially SpeakingYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how companies around the world are fighting climate issues; how we can create new climate-resistant crops; why you might want to jump on Threads; and the love/hate relationship with smart glasses.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[07:47] Laura Zizzo: https://www.manifestclimate.com/[15:08] App-tastic[24:46] Brendan Collins: https://www.avalo.ai/[32:46] Farah Mohamed:https://www.princestrust.ca/[41:21] Socially SpeakingYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: we learn what it takes to be a viral nation; how today's diverse workforces mean that employees want more choice including perks and incentives; our power friend Marc Saltzman stops by with his top smart home picks; the rise of being a digital clone as a new work opportunity.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[09:51] Neil Desai: https://www.viralnation.com/[16:03] App-tastic[24:00] Brad Brochocki: https://bundl.co/[31:46] Marc Saltzman: https://marcsaltzman.com/[40:31] Socially SpeakingYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: an affordable robot that can scout burning buildings before sending in firefighters; creating safer spaces online; designing the future of work for young people who are underprepared; and 3 cybersecurity tips to stay safer online.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[08:59] Siddarth Thakur: paradigmrobotics.tech[15:35] App-tastic[22:22] Olivia DeRamus: ourcommunia.com[28;21] Farah Mohamed: www.princestrust.ca[36:35] Cybersecurity TipsYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: Using menstrual blood as a diagnostic tool to help improve women's health; solving the problem of growing fresh produce right at home all year long; how drone shows are taking over fireworks in cities and beyond; and why Apple is finally on board with the right-to-repair movement.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[08:40] Miriam Santer: theblood.io[16:40] App-tastic[24:31] Joséphine Thebault: urbancuisine.io[33:33] Christian Ilumin: @illumindroneshows[42:08] Socially SpeakingYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Why we need AI guardrails to protect the future of business. Where you will meet AI in your next job hunt and you can avoid the discrimination. Checking out new tech for school with Marc Saltzman. Why AI could be your next boss from hell.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[09:43] Steven Astorino: ibm.com[19:23] App-tastic[28:09] Running into AI in the job hunt[35:15] Marc Saltzman: marcsaltzman.com[43:07] Socially SpeakingYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Understanding the role of generative AI in the financial services industry. Tech tips and tools for a smooth September. A VR headset to help you with your reading by eliminating distractions. Plus, we dive into why Jordan Peterson has to go back to school for social media training.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[09:32] Caren Morrison: IBM[18:08] App-Tastic[26:34] Tech Tools and Tips for September[35;36] Ben Chelf: https://solreader.com/[43:25] Socially SpeakingYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Fully electric drones deliver mail in the UK. How Canadians are considering the risks and opportunities associated with AI technology. What a Taylor Swift concert tells us about the darkness of the online world. Why climate change is changing a leak detection business in a race for the future.Links to this week's stories and discussion:Duncan Walker: skyports.netApp-tasticElissa Strome: cifar.caYaron Dycian: wint.aiSocially SpeakingYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

How HP is prioritizing sustainable practices and purchases. Can your passwords be cracked from the sound of your keyboard? The low-down on the future of federated learning and artificial intelligence. Why the future of activism looks like cyber warfare. Links to this week's stories and discussion:[09:26] Mary Ann Yule: hp.com[16:51] App-tastic[24:50] Joshua Harrison: joshua-harrison.com[34:03] Daniel Beutel: flower.dev[41:43] The Future Look of Activism is Cyber WarfareYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Build your own role-playing game using AI. The impact of a password-less future. How to make conferences great again. How a viral video can help you spot the idiot in the room.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[09:17] Cat Burton: versed.game[17:03] Apptastic[23:12] Jeff Shiner: 1password.com[31:40] How To Make Conferences Great Again[41:21] How To Spot The Idiot In The Room Via VideoYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Google is making money by misdirecting ads. Can ‘borderless hiring' help your company stay competitive? New tech to keep kids occupied on road trips. How AI images are changing the face of politics.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[09:45] Imran Ahmed: counterhate.com[19:23] Apptastic[26:35] Christy Shumann: toptal.com[35:04] New Summer Tech[42:28] AI Images Changing The Face of PoliticsYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Brittlestar is back to chat about his new book and what it says about the online world today. Plus, we look at how to turn an ordinary wheelchair into a smart wheelchair and we break down the meaning of dark design in Socially Speaking.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[08:58] Aliza Rosen: getrex.app[16:33] Apptastic[25:38] Brittlestar: brittlestar.com[32:34] Dr. Pooja Viswanathan: brazemobility.com[40:51] What Exactly Is The Dark DesignYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Detecting heat emissions with infrared sensors and satellites to help companies achieve energy efficiencies. Plus, Marc Saltzman is back with the latest tech for Father's Day. We also talk about making patient transfer easier for everyone via a robotic patient transfer platform, and tech to help clear the air in your home.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[08:58] Anthony Baker: satellitevu.com[16:33] Apptastic[25:38] Marc Saltzman: marcsaltzman.com[32:34] Jayiesh Singh: ableinnovations.com[40:51] The Latest in Tech To Clear the Air In Your HomeYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Is Canuckle Candian enough? Plus, how to boost company morale in the age of remote work. Also, tech that can give today's seniors the independence they want and what does the U.S. Surgeon General says about social media and then next generation.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[08:56] Mark Rogers: canucklegame.ca[17:39] Apptastic[25;25] Raphael Akinsipe: getsocialcrowd.com[33:50] Tech Tools & Tips for Seniors[42:33] What Does The U.S Surgeon Generals Say About the Next Generation and Social MediaYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

We take a deep dive into the subscription economy and your video streaming habits. Plus, the emails that managers should never send. Also, everything you need to know about AI regulation and how to lead a happier life by connecting with the science of your senses.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[08:32] Brendan Brady: Antenna[15:59] Apptastic[24:55] Emails Managers Should Never Send[33:24] Seb Wride: Public First[42:16] The Science of Your SensesYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Did you know fake soccer agents are a thing in Latin America? Camila Manera, Chief Data & Product Officer of Libro de Pases, explains how her company uses AI to help prevent scams. We also chat with CEO Alexi Traina about how HiNote can add more personality to your messaging. Calaxy is a social marketplace that helps users monetize their fan base directly (rather than through brand/advertising deals), and we've got Co-Founder & CEO Solo Ceesay to explain how. Finally, we talk about the rise and fall of Blackberry in Socially Speaking.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[07:32] Camila Manera: librodepases.com[16:15] Apptastic[22:22] Alexi Traina: hinoteapp.com[29:57] Solo Ceesay: calaxy.com[39:08] The Story of BlackberryYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

We find out about a few of the 50 new upgrades at Airbnb with Jay Carney, Global Head of Policy & Communications. Plus, we dive into what Dove is doing to help the youth mental health crisis with the Self-Esteem Project. Also, Einride founder and CEO Robert Falck joins us to talk autonomous shipping technology. In Socially Speaking, we discuss what happens when robots run the radio.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[09:07] Jay Carney: airbnb.ca[19:05] Dove Self-Esteem Project[25:28] Robert Falck: einride.tech[33:11] Mikayel Vardanyan: picsart.com[41:10] When Robots Run the RadioYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Sensible Weather's CEO Nick Cavanaugh shares how they use climate tech to provide inclement weather travel insurance. CarbonRX CEO Marty Seymour talks about how carbon capture and agriculture are helping to fight the climate crisis. Think group chats get too messy? Wavelength CEO Richard Henry explains how their AI makes it easy to have multiple simultaneous conversations. In Socially Speaking, we discuss what AI audio impersonations mean for musical artists.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[08:25] Nick Cavanaugh: sensibleweather.com[15:36] Apptastic[24:43] Marty Seymour: carbonrx.com[33:20] Richard Henry: wavelength.app[40:47] What Happens To Musicians in the Age of AIYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Looking for intelligent conversations online? Listen to our discussion with Post's Founder & CEO, Noam Bardin. We celebrate Earth Day with Crystal Howe, Ice River Sustainable Solutions' Director of Sustainability, talking about this family-owned business' recycling facility. Plus, Nico Grant, tech reporter from The New York Times, tells us about Magi, Google's new AI-enhanced search engine. Finally, in Socially Speaking, we deal with the challenges of public charging under the threat of juice-jacking.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[10:01] Noam Bardin: post.news[19:05] Amber Mac Has 4 Earth Day Tips & Tech For A Greener Future[28:42] Crystal Howe: iceriversustainablesolutions.com[37:17] Nico Grant: nytimes.com[46:58] Being Safe When Charging Your Phone in PublicYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

We talk to Peace By Chocolate founder Tareq Hadhad about their move from Syria to Nova Scotia, and getting some love from President Biden. The Washington Post's Tatum Hunter discusses tech's role in the loneliness epidemic. Plus, is it possible to teach happiness? We chat with Dacher Keltner, a UC Berkeley prof & author of Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life, to find out. Finally, in Socially Speaking, we tackle why social media verification is mostly broken.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[07:43] Tareq Hadhad: Peace By Chocolate[17:31] Apptastic[23:14] Tatum Hunter: The Washington Post[30:00] Dacher Keltner: UC Berkeley[39:06] Why Social Media Verification Is Mostly BrokenYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Raphael Crawford-Marks, CEO of Bonusly, talks about how they are helping HR departments make more informed decisions in allowing employees to recognize their peers' work. Bruce Hodges, co-founder and CEO of Parachute, shares how they help people consolidate their debt and give them tools to get them on a path towards financial wellbeing. Casey Donahue, CEO of Optiwatt, discusses the electric vehicle smart-charging pilot program in rural Alberta underway to help understand the impact EV adoption. In Socially Speaking, we talk about the future of trust online and whether people think you are a real person online.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[09:11] Raphael Crawford-Marks: bonus.ly[17:58] Apptastic[25:50] Bruce Hodges: myparachute.co[34:07] Casey Donahue: optiwatt.com[42:02] Trusting People If They Are A Real Person OnlineYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

To meet the demand of electric vehicles it will take billions of tons of cobalt, lithium, copper, and other materials. Gerard Barron, CEO of Metals Company, joins us to talk about how they are looking to the ocean's floor to find those essential metals. With Pi Day coming up soon, we talk to Caroline Drucker, VP of Marketing at Photomath, about this annual celebration of math and how Canadians can embrace it. We also discuss the future of audio and video, plus, in Socially Speaking, we try to unpack why 900,000 people want to delete Instagram - or at least to find out how.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[11:08] Gerard Barron: metals.co[19:10] Apptastic[25;28] Caroline Drucker: photomath.com[32:50] The Future of Audio and Video:[41:10] Why People Want To Leave InstagramYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

It can take 500-800 years for a regular sanitary pad to degrade! We talk to to Rashmi Prakash, Co-founder of Aruna Revolution Health, about their compostable menstrual pad. We also have Rachel Bartholomew, Founder and CEO of Hyivy, sharing how their smart pelvic rehab system can help the one-in-three women who suffer from pelvic health issues. Did you know that 60-70% of IVF cycles are unsuccessful? The process can be expensive and emotionally difficult. Christy Prada, CEO of Future Fertility, talks about how patients can make better-informed decisions using AI to measure egg quality. We also chat with Nixit Founder, Rachael Newton, and her mission to educate people about menstrual health and empower them to make the right period product choices. Finally, in Socially Speaking, we talk about women's health in general and what funding is in place for this important cause.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[09:37] Rashmi Prakash: arunarevolution.com[18:18] Rachel Bartholomew: hyivy.com[27:55] Christy Prada: futurefertility.com[36:51] Rachael Newton: nixit.ca[44:35] What Is The State Of Women's Health and the FundingYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

We talk to the co-founder and CEO of BloomX, Thai Sade, about their AI and EV-powered pollination process and its critical role in crop production. Plus, we dive into design with the tool that allows people to build their perfect home. Alec Hartman, co-founder and CEO of Welcome Homes, joins us to share how they facilitate the design process. Also, we take a look at Bento, the cross-platform "link in bio" tool with founder Sélim Benayat. In Socially Speaking, we talk about Spotify's personal AI DJ.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[07:31] Thai Sade: bloomx.ag[15:53] Apptastic[24:48] Alec Hartman: welcomehomes.com[33:00] Sélim Benayat: bento.me[41:50] Having Your Own AI DJ in SpotifyYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

We explore the results of a happiness study, which was conducted over almost 100 years. Plus, we chat about the rise of independent media with the voice behind Crier Media, Dean Blundell. Also, with news about layoffs in the tech space appearing with increasing frequency, we discuss the best way for tech leaders to calculate their budgets for the bigger picture. In Socially Speaking, we talk about the future of work and a new start up in Berlin called NEW WORK.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[09:22] What We Have Learned About Happiness: cnbc.com[17:56] Apptastic[25:48] Dean Blundell: crier.co[40:13] How Leaders In The Tech World Can Save Money[47:08] The Future of WorkYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Netflix Says No To Password Sharing & Building Strong CommunitiesSerkan Toso, Co-founder of byFood, is on a mission to introduce tourists to Japanese traditions through curated food experiences. Dan Flatt, Co-founder and Chief Neighbour of Naborino, joins us to talk about the benefits of community building, including how to save money as a collective. Also, we talk to Rishi Nayyar, Co-founder and CEO of PocketHealth, about navigating the challenges and complexities of the healthcare system. In Socially Speaking, we chat about the rise in digital views and the window-like screens that can customize your office vistas.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[09:43] Serkan Toso: byfood.com[15:48] Apptastic[24:21] Dan Flatt: naborino.com[33:06] Rishi Nayyar: pocket.health[41:34] Looking At A Digital WindowYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

We reveal the top 20 jobs on the rise in Canada. Plus, if you love nature and animal watching, you will love Bird Buddy: the new AI-powered smart hummingbird feeder. Co-founder Kyle Buzzard joins us with the details. Also, Grazzy's founder and CEO, Russell Lemmer, introduces the instant pay platform for easy tipping. In Socially Speaking, we talk about what to do when the boss slides into your DMs.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[10:30] Jobs That Are On The Rise :[18:18] Apptastic[25:43] Kyle Buzzard : mybirdbuddy.com[34:25] Russell Lemmer : grazzy.com[42:52] When Bosses Slide Into Your DM'sYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Edward Tian, Princeton University senior, explains GPTZero, which addresses plagiarism concerns by detecting if text is written by ChatGPT. Plus, Co-founder of Notpla, Pierre Paslier, shares their mission to replace single-use plastic with single-use seaweed. Also, Jocelyn Formsma, Executive Director of the National Association of Friendship Centres, discusses the World Economic Forum's annual meeting and the plan to advance Indigenous knowledge at this year's gathering. In Socially Speaking, we chat about how to say "no".Links to this week's stories and discussion:[09:37] Edward Tian: gptzero.me[16:08] Apptastic[22:45] Pierre Paslier: notpla.com [29:27] Jocelyn Formsma: nafc.ca[38:17] How To Say NoYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

The 2023 CES saw the Automotive Parts Manufacturer's Association unveil a working prototype of Project Arrow ⁠— Canada's first zero-emission connected vehicle. We have the President, Flavio Volpe, join us to share more on the project. Plus, we have a look at another innovation from CES: a self-driving stroller. Canadian startup, Gluxkind's Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer, Anne Hunger, reveals the company's AI Powered Smart Stroller, "Ella". Also, we take a look at how schools around the world stack up when it comes to incorporating artificial technology in classrooms. In Socially Speaking, we talk about who is today's social media leader and what it means for the future.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[08:27] Flavio Volepay: projectarrow.ca[17:05] Apptastic[24:42] Anne Hunger: gluxkind.com[32:49] AI In The Classroom[41:32] Who Is Today's Social Media LeaderYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Our tech expert, Marc Saltzman, joins us with a look at technology that might help at the end of a difficult year. Plus, Rex Wong of 1of1 Custom on the stylish Signature Smart Audio Glasses made in collaboration with Paula Abdul. Also, Amber and Michael take a look at some of the trends that are set to dominate in the new year. In Socially Speaking, we chat about the importance of college and the future of work.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[08:59] Marc Saltzman: marcsaltzman.com[16:25] Apptastic[22:18] Rex Wong: 1of1custom.com[30:10] Trends Set To Dominate The New Year[39:40] College And The Future of WorkYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Looking for that perfect gift for a kid on your list? Amber gives us four affordable and adorable ideas. Plus, we have Jae Lee, CEO of Twelve Labs, to talk about their AI-powered searchable video database. Also, Google has opened a new Accessibility Discovery Centre in London focused on accessible technologies and removing everyday barriers. Christopher Patnoe from Google's Accessibility and Disability Inclusion Team joins us from the UK with more about the centre. In Socially Speaking, we discuss the tech billionaire trend that's bad for the rest of us here on earth.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[10:17] Four Gift Ideas For Christmas[16:13] Apptastic[23:31] Jae Lee: twelvelabs.io[29:39] Christopher Patnoe: Disability Inclusion in the Workplace and Beyond[37:35] Tech Billionaires Making It Bad For Planet EarthYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Supporting workers to increase representation of minorities in the tech industry is more important than ever. Ashleigh Ainsley, Co-Founder of Colorintech joins us to share how they are achieving this important goal. Plus, create your own music festival with your Spotify playlist. Anshay Saboo, the creator behind the Instafest app, explains the appeal of this fun tool. Also, we talk to the Ottawa correspondent for The Logic, David Reevely, about Big Tech legislation here in Canada. As well, the BlockFi bankruptcy continues to be big news and joining to discuss what we need to know is CNBC Technology Reporter MacKenzie SigalosLinks to this week's stories and discussion:[08:29] Ashleigh Ainsley: colorintech.org[16:57] Apptastic[24:50] Anshay Saboo: instafest.app[32:17] David Reevely: The Logic[42:07] MacKenzie Sigalos: CNBCYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Entrepreneur, philanthropist, founder of the BlackNorth initiative, and "Dragon" from CBC's Dragon's Den, Wes Hall, joins us to chat about his new book ‘No Bootstraps When You're Barefoot'. Plus, Justina Lee from Bloomberg's London office reveals the fallout of the FTX bankruptcy and what it means for the future of crypto. Also, we talk agism in tech and what we can do about it. In Socially Speaking, we dive into the worst app on your kids phone.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[11:01] Justina Lee: bloomberg.com[18:67] Apptastic[26:10] Wes Hall: No Bootstraps When You're Barefoot[36:58] A Look At Agism in Tech[45:39] The Worst App For Your Kid's PhoneYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.

Airbnb is making it much easier to become a host. The Co-Founder and CEO Brian Chesky joins us to share their improvements, including enhanced identity verification, help from Superhosts, and new categories. Plus, we hear from the Global Winner from the KPMG Private Enterprise Global Tech Innovator competition, Tim Davies. Tim is the Founder and CEO of Hiiroc, which produces affordable, zero-emission hydrogen. Also, our tech expert Marc Saltzman joins us with some of the best gadget deals for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. In Socially Speaking, we discuss whether or not the Age of Social Media is coming to an end.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[09:00] Tim Davies: hiiroc.com[15:54] Marc Saltzman: marcsaltzman.com[22:25] Apptastic[30:00] Brian Chesky: airbnb.ca[40:27] Is The Age of Social Media Ending