Podcasts about Convergence

This week, Jack Sharry talks with Garrett Beam, Head of Digital Solutions at Cetera Financial Group. Garrett drives the product vision, strategy, experience, design, and execution across various platforms and products to support Cetera's overarching strategic plan. He collaborates closely with the users and internal teams, including development and engineering, quality assurance, marketing, training, sales, and other groups, to deliver impactful solutions, go-to-market activities, adoption initiatives, and ongoing enhancements. Garrett talks with Jack about how the asset and wealth management industry is moving toward the great convergence, where technology, operations, and investment solutions seamlessly blend to meet rising consumer expectations. He shares how firms can shift from siloed processes to integrated, user-centric experiences, and how AI enables these platforms and digital solutions to be simple, intuitive, and empowering.  In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (01:47) - Garrett's role at Cetera Financial Group (04:45) - How the industry has evolved over the past 15 years (08:50) - What the great convergence is all about (12:40) - The own vs. rent strategy in fintech development (14:30) - The role of human consultation and training in a digital-first world (19:04) - Why client-service platforms should be intuitive (22:23) - The power of AI in transforming financial services (26:45) - Garrett's key takeaways (29:15) - Garrett's interests outside of work Quotes "The need to respond to end consumers' expectations is why we, as businesses, exist. Without the end customer and the delivery of value, you don't have a viable business." ~ Garrett Beam "Tech and AI are going to transform businesses, period. Wealth management and wealthtech are no different. Advisors and providers of capabilities must embrace tech and AI to better serve their clients and scale their businesses." ~ Garrett Beam "From an industry and profession perspective, we have an opportunity to dramatically broaden access to high-quality financial advice. And that requires change. It requires being bold and innovative." ~ Garrett Beam Links  Garrett Beam on LinkedIn Cetera Financial Group BNY Charles Schwab Connect with our hosts LifeYield Jack Sharry on LinkedIn Jack Sharry on Twitter Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify LinkedIn Twitter Facebook

Jesse Tevelow is an entrepreneur and the best-selling author of The Connection Algorithm and Life After Bitcoin. He explores the intersection of high-performance living, sovereign technology, and the civilizational shift toward a post-fiat "Creation Age."› https://x.com/jtevelow› https://mylaunchteam.com/life-after-bitcoinPARTNERS

Future-Proofing B2B Marketing: AI, Omnichannel Strategies, and Decades of Wisdom with Melih OztalayIn this episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur Podcast, host Josh Elledge sits down with Melih Oztalay, the CEO of SmartFinds Marketing, to explore the seismic shifts currently reshaping the B2B landscape. With a marketing career spanning back to 1987, Melih offers a rare perspective on how to bridge the gap between traditional advertising principles and the hyper-accelerated world of AI-driven engagement. This conversation serves as a strategic roadmap for leaders looking to move beyond single-channel tactics and embrace a holistic, 360-degree approach that leverages cutting-edge technology to drive measurable business growth and long-term client loyalty.Navigating the Convergence of AI and Human-Centric MarketingThe transition from being a traditional agency to an AI-powered marketing powerhouse requires a fundamental shift in how business leaders view their digital presence. Melih explains that the current era of B2B marketing is defined by the rise of "AI Agents"—sophisticated chatbots that act as 24/7 sales representatives, capable of nurturing leads through complex buying cycles before a human ever enters the conversation. By integrating these tools, companies can transform their websites from static brochures into dynamic engagement hubs that qualify prospects based on real-time behavior. This shift doesn't just improve efficiency; it meets the modern buyer's expectation for immediate, accurate information, which can increase conversion rates from a standard 10% to upwards of 30%.To truly thrive, however, these technological tools must be housed within a robust omnichannel strategy that ensures a brand is visible wherever a prospect chooses to engage. Melih emphasizes that "cherry-picking" channels or focusing solely on lead generation without sales alignment is a recipe for stagnation. A successful strategy integrates PR, social media, email, and intent-based platforms into a unified message that builds trust over time. When marketing and sales teams are perfectly aligned, the data gathered from digital touchpoints informs every step of the outreach, ensuring that no lead is wasted and every interaction is personalized to the buyer's specific stage in their journey.Building these systems requires a commitment to long-term investment rather than short-term "quick fixes," a lesson Melih has distilled over nearly four decades in the industry. For SMBs and large enterprises alike, the goal is to create a marketing ecosystem that is both resilient and adaptable. This means automating mundane, repetitive tasks through AI to free up human talent for high-value strategic work. By auditing current channels and focusing on technical integrations that connect CRM data to front-end engagement, organizations can build a sustainable competitive advantage that outlasts the latest marketing fads.About Melih OztalayMelih Oztalay is the CEO and founder of SmartFinds Marketing, a Detroit-based agency with a legacy of innovation dating back to 1987. A pioneer in the digital space, Melih has spent his career helping B2B organizations navigate the evolution of the internet, specialized in omnichannel strategies and the practical implementation of AI in marketing.About SmartFinds MarketingSmartFinds Marketing is a full-service B2B omnichannel agency that specializes in delivering 360-degree marketing solutions. The agency focuses on integrating AI technology, lead optimization, and strategic content to help both Fortune 500 companies and growing SMBs maximize their digital reach and ROI.Links Mentioned in This Episode

Oopsie. Looks like we uploaded Frightday Morning from this week initially. Enjoy...the REAL Zodiac Convergence! --------------- This week, mentions of a (Gell-)man(n) in the Epstein files, and his proposed participation in a modern secret society has led us down a rabbit-hole of it's origins, the identify of other members, their possible influence, and maybe even what was on the menu. Want more? Join the Frightday Society, at http://thefrightdaysociety.org   The conversation delves into the enigmatic Zodiac Group, a secret society with historical ties to influential figures like Robert Maxwell and connections to the Epstein scandal. The discussion explores the group's origins, its members, and its potential involvement in UFO research, as well as the interplay between wealth, power, and intelligence. The hosts also touch on the legacy of figures like Tesla and JP Morgan, and how these connections shape our understanding of modern conspiracies.   As a Society Member, you'll have access to all Screamium content (Behind the Screams, It's Been a Weird Week, A Conversation With..., Toast to Toast PM with Wine Kelly, Cinema Autopsy, the Writers' Room, bonus episodes of Captain Kelly's Cryptids & Conspiracies, Byron's Serial Corner, and so much more! You'll also be part of our interactive community dedicated to the advancement of horror, hauntings, cryptids, conspiracies, aliens, and true crime. All things frightening. Keep our mini-fridges full of blood...I mean...not blood...normal things that people drink...by going to http://shop.frightday.com Theme music by Yawns Produced by Byron McKoy Follow us in the shadows at the following places:  @byronmckoy @kellyfrightday @frightday This is an Audio Wool Original.   Zodiac Group, Epstein, secret societies, UFO research, Robert Maxwell, Tesla, JP Morgan, intelligence, finance, conspiracy theories, historical connections

In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, host Stewart Alsop sits down with Lars van der Zande, founder and CEO/technical architect of Inkwell Finance, for what Lars describes as his first-ever podcast appearance. The conversation covers a wide range of blockchain infrastructure topics, including Lars's work with Sui and Solana blockchains, the innovative capabilities of Ika's programmatic wallets and blockchain of signatures, and how Inkwell Finance is building revenue-based financing solutions for on-chain entities—from AI agents to protocols. They explore the evolving landscape of crypto regulation, the merging of traditional finance with blockchain technology, the future of decentralized legal systems, and how the user experience barrier is being lowered through technologies that eliminate constant transaction signing. Lars also discusses Inkwell's embedded financing approach and their pre-seed fundraising round.Links mentioned:- Inkwell's website: inkwell.finance- Inkwell on Twitter: @__inkwell- Lars on Twitter: @LMVDZandeTimestamps00:00 Introduction to Inkwell Finance and Technical Architecture02:06 Understanding Sui and Solana: Blockchain Dynamics05:55 The Role of Ika in Inkwell Finance11:51 Leviathan: Revenue Generation and Financing in Crypto17:38 The Future of AI Agents and Programmatic Wallets23:23 Smart Contracts: Legal Implications and Future Directions25:06 The Future of Inqvil Finance25:42 Decentralization and Its Evolution27:32 The Merging of Traditional and Crypto Systems29:33 Global Financial Dynamics and Market Reactions31:48 The Collapse of Traditional Financial Systems32:46 Jurisdictional Shifts in the Crypto World33:59 Legal Systems and Blockchain Integration35:57 On-Chain Credit and Financial Opportunities39:29 The Role of AI in Finance41:30 Learning from Peer-to-Peer Lending History43:14 Disruption in Insurance and Risk Management44:54 On-Chain vs Off-Chain Data46:54 The Evolution of the Internet and Blockchain49:12 Future Subscription Models in BlockchainKey Insights1. Ika's Revolutionary Blockchain Signature Technology: Lars discovered Ika, a blockchain of signatures built on Sui that enables any blockchain transaction to be signed without revealing the underlying message. Using patented 2PC MPC technology, Ika splits key shares across validators and encrypts them in transit, performing complex cryptographic operations that allow smart contracts on Sui to generate signatures for transactions on any other blockchain. This eliminates the need to build separate smart contracts on each blockchain, fundamentally changing how cross-chain interactions work and opening possibilities for truly interoperable decentralized applications.2. Programmatic Wallets vs Traditional Wallets: Traditional wallets like MetaMask require manual user approval for every transaction through a front-end interface, but Ika's D-wallet introduces programmatic wallets with policy-based controls embedded in smart contracts. These wallets can execute transactions based on predetermined conditions checked against on-chain data like Oracle prices, without requiring individual user signatures. For example, a Bitcoin D-wallet can hold native Bitcoin without wrapping or bridging to a custodian, and smart contract policies determine when and how that Bitcoin can be transferred, creating unprecedented security and automation possibilities for decentralized finance.3. Inkwell's Revenue-Based Financing Model: Inkwell Finance is building Leviathan, a revenue-based financing platform for on-chain entities including protocols, AI agents, and individual traders with verifiable track records. Borrowers receive capital based on their on-chain performance metrics like sharp ratio and drawdown, with loan repayment automatically deducted from their revenue stream. The profit split structure allocates approximately 60% to borrowers, 30% to lenders, and 10% split between Inkwell and integrating platforms. This creates a sustainable lending model where flight risk is minimized through D-wallet policy controls that restrict how borrowed capital can be used.4. Wallet-as-a-Protocol and the Future of User Experience: The crypto industry is moving toward embedded wallet solutions that eliminate the friction of traditional wallet management, with Wallet-as-a-Protocol representing the next evolution beyond services like Privy and Dynamic. Unlike current embedded wallets that lock users into specific applications, Wallet-as-a-Protocol enables single sign-on across multiple applications while users maintain control of their keys. Combined with app-sponsored gas fees, this approach allows non-crypto-native users to interact with blockchain applications without knowing they're using crypto, removing the biggest barrier to mainstream adoption and creating web2-like user experiences on web3 infrastructure.5. AI Agents as Financial Entities: AI agents are emerging as revenue-generating entities with on-chain transaction histories that create verifiable track records for creditworthiness assessment. Inkwell Finance is specifically targeting this market, recognizing that AI agents will need wallets and capital to operate effectively. The programmatic nature of D-wallets pairs perfectly with AI agents, as policy controls can restrict agent behavior to specific smart contract interactions, preventing unauthorized fund transfers while allowing automated trading or revenue generation. This creates a new category of borrower that operates 24/7 with completely transparent performance metrics, fundamentally different from traditional loan recipients.6. Cross-Chain Liquidity Without Asset Transfer: Ika's technology enables users to take loans against revenue generated on one blockchain and deploy that capital on entirely different blockchains without moving their original liquidity positions. For instance, someone earning yield on Sui's Fusol protocol could borrow against that revenue stream and deploy capital on Solana opportunities, effectively creating multiple on-chain businesses that generate their own credit scores and revenue to service debt. This ability to read state across different blockchains from within smart contracts opens possibilities for multi-chain strategies that don't require withdrawing capital from productive positions, maximizing capital efficiency across the entire crypto ecosystem.7. The Convergence of Traditional Finance and Crypto Infrastructure: The regulatory landscape is rapidly evolving with initiatives like the Genius Act and Clarity Act creating frameworks where traditional financial systems merge with crypto infrastructure through mechanisms like stablecoins backed by US treasuries. Companies are increasingly establishing entities in the United States to access capital networks and Delaware's established legal framework while issuing tokens through jurisdictions like Switzerland. This hybrid approach, combined with emerging concepts like Gabriel Shapiro's "cybernetic agreements" that make smart contract parameters legally enforceable in traditional courts, suggests the future isn't pure decentralization but rather a sophisticated integration of on-chain and off-chain legal and financial systems.

La Matinale Tocsin du 13 Février 2026 présentée par Nicolas Vidal et ses invités !Aux programmes :5:00 Convergence des colères : un mouvement passé sous silence

This week, mentions of a (Gell-)man(n) in the Epstein files, and his proposed participation in a modern secret society has led us down a rabbit-hole of it's origins, the identify of other members, their possible influence, and maybe even what was on the menu. Want more? Join the Frightday Society, at http://thefrightdaysociety.org   The conversation delves into the enigmatic Zodiac Group, a secret society with historical ties to influential figures like Robert Maxwell and connections to the Epstein scandal. The discussion explores the group's origins, its members, and its potential involvement in UFO research, as well as the interplay between wealth, power, and intelligence. The hosts also touch on the legacy of figures like Tesla and JP Morgan, and how these connections shape our understanding of modern conspiracies.   As a Society Member, you'll have access to all Screamium content (Behind the Screams, It's Been a Weird Week, A Conversation With..., Toast to Toast PM with Wine Kelly, Cinema Autopsy, the Writers' Room, bonus episodes of Captain Kelly's Cryptids & Conspiracies, Byron's Serial Corner, and so much more! You'll also be part of our interactive community dedicated to the advancement of horror, hauntings, cryptids, conspiracies, aliens, and true crime. All things frightening. Keep our mini-fridges full of blood...I mean...not blood...normal things that people drink...by going to http://shop.frightday.com Theme music by Yawns Produced by Byron McKoy Follow us in the shadows at the following places:  @byronmckoy @kellyfrightday @frightday This is an Audio Wool Original.   Zodiac Group, Epstein, secret societies, UFO research, Robert Maxwell, Tesla, JP Morgan, intelligence, finance, conspiracy theories, historical connections

There's a mighty cultural and celestial convergence headed our way, and it's time to join hearts and hands for the good.

What does it truly mean to see—and how can technology restore one of our most essential human senses? In this episode, Dr. José-Alain Sahel joins Kate O’Neill to reveal the breakthroughs in vision restoration, and how these innovations are shaping the future of human experience. Topics Covered: Optogenetic therapy and vision restoration Artificial retina technology Scientific and patient journey of regaining sight Convergence of AI, neuroscience, and medical devices Philosophy of sight and perception Natural vs. artificial boundaries in biotech Balancing innovation and patient safety Strategies for treating different stages of blindness Meaning and legacy of vision technologies Connect with: Dr. José-Alain SahelThe Eye & Ear Foundation of PittsburghUPMC Enterprises Episode Chapters: 00:00:05 – Welcome to the Tech Humanist Show 00:01:14 – Introduction of Dr. José-Alain Sahel 00:02:29 – 2021 Optogenetic Vision Restoration Breakthrough 00:02:46 – Recent Artificial Retina Breakthrough (2025) 00:03:47 – The First Patient's Experience 00:06:31 – Explaining the Technology: Algae Proteins & Retinal Cells 00:09:00 – Scientific Process: Failures, Persistence, and Progress 00:10:13 – How the Goggles Work 00:11:03 – Training the Brain to Interpret New Visual Input 00:11:24 – The Patient's Story: From Blindness to Seeing Again 00:16:07 – Philosophical Perspective on Sight and Perception 00:20:02 – Measuring Human Experience in Vision Restoration 00:23:26 – Natural vs. Artificial: Ethics and Human Augmentation 00:26:19 – Balancing Innovation with Patient Safety in Clinical Trials 00:29:53 – Complementary Strategies for Blindness Treatment 00:31:34 – Vision, Meaning, and Human Flourishing 00:34:41 – Where to Find More About Dr. Sahel's Work 00:35:49 – Episode Credits & Outro

AI isn't coming for markets — it's already here.In this episode of Futures Edge, Jim Iuorio and Bob Iaccino sit down with Nathan Powell, Founder & CEO of Deep Market Making, to explore how deep learning is quietly transforming bond markets, trading desks, and financial decision-making — far faster than most investors realize.Nathan shares his journey from Microsoft's early deep-learning research to JP Morgan, where AI models beat traditional bond pricing systems and went live in production. From there, the conversation expands into bigger, more uncomfortable questions:- Will AI eliminate trading jobs — or redefine them?- Is the “edge” in markets shifting from execution to asking better questions?- Can AI optimize markets without causing dangerous alignment or crashes?- And what does this mean for younger generations choosing careers in a world where intelligence is automated?This episode goes well beyond investing. It's about how humans coexist with exponentially improving machines, why finance may be the most under-AI'd industry of all, and why traders may need to think more like entrepreneurs going forward.Timestamps: Chapters00:00 Introduction and Housekeeping01:00 Nathan Powell's Background in AI and Finance03:59 The Role of AI in Trading and Market Predictions07:44 Human vs AI: The Future of Trading11:44 Deep Market Making: Applications and Future Plans14:24 AI's Pervasiveness and Its Impact on Employment17:16 Education and the Future Job Landscape20:54 Concerns About Technology and Its Effects on Society24:31 AI's Accuracy and Reliability in Financial Markets27:59 The Impact of AI on Various Sectors29:03 AI in Finance: A Game Changer29:52 Challenges in Quantitative Finance31:01 Measuring AI's ROI in Banking32:40 Optimizing Trading Strategies with AI37:00 Multi-Objective Optimization in Trading39:07 Addressing AI Fears and Misalignments42:08 The Future of AI and Financial Crashes44:07 Convergence of AI and Crypto

In this episode of the Hollywood Godfather podcast, hosts Gianni and Jeanie introduce a new monthly segment featuring Mike Austin, the technical expert behind the podcast. The discussion revolves around the rapid changes in the entertainment industry, driven by AI and digital innovation, including the rise of virtual artists and AI-generated content. Gianni shares insights on a new venture with 'Hot Mikes' for affordable shows featuring sponsors. Mike also delves into the increasing role of AI in creating music and films, highlighting both the technological advances and legal complexities involved. Additionally, the conversation covers the vulnerabilities and security concerns arising from dependence on digital technologies, such as identity theft, scam prevention, and the need for robust online protection measures. Mike emphasizes the importance of proactive security steps like using VPNs, avoiding common scams, and recognizing the limitations of privacy in the digital age. The segment aims to provide valuable insights and practical tips for staying safe and informed in the evolving digital landscape.

What if advanced AI noise reduction could run efficiently on standard hearing device hardware?In this episode, Dave Kemp speaks with Aernout Arends of Absolute Audio Labs and Zengyi “Boltzmann” Li of Aizip about how platform-based hearing architectures and tiny AI models are reshaping the future of hearing technology. The discussion centers on the integration of Aizip's AI-driven speech and noise separation into AAL's PYOUR Audio framework, enabling advanced hearing performance across multiple hardware platforms without requiring specialized processors.The conversation explores how AI-based denoising differs from traditional approaches, particularly in complex real-world listening environments, and how open platform ecosystems may accelerate innovation by allowing specialized technologies to integrate more efficiently into complete hearing solutions. Looking ahead, the discussion considers how these advances could expand access, improve speech understanding in noise, and help drive the next generation of hearing devices across both prescription and OTC markets. Be sure to subscribe to our channel for the latest episodes each week and follow This Week in Hearing on LinkedIn, Instagram and X.- https://x.com/WeekinHearing- https://www.instagram.com/thisweekinhearing/- https://www.linkedin.com/company/this-week-in-hearingVisit us at: https://hearinghealthmatters.org/thisweek/

Chris Gudmastad, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager of Private Credit at Loomis Sayles, returns to the podcast for a deep dive into one of the most important shifts facing institutional investors: the convergence of public and private credit. As the traditional lines between market segments continue to blur, Chris offers a practical and forward-looking view of how insurers can adapt their frameworks for liquidity, complexity, and relative value.   With more than 20 years of experience in private placements, structured credit, and insurance-focused investing, Chris walks through how capital structures are evolving, how new vehicles and secondaries are redefining liquidity, and how to apply a unified risk premium framework across asset classes. He also shares insights into organizational convergence and how teams at Loomis are collaborating across disciplines to underwrite complex, cross-market opportunities.   Whether you're refining your private credit allocations or evaluating new structures across public and private markets, this episode offers a grounded perspective on managing risk and return in 2026 and beyond.

Welcome back to the Alt Goes Mainstream podcast.The Goldman Sachs Alternatives Summit “convened leaders across finance, geopolitics, technology, and culture” to discuss themes driving global markets.The 2025 Alternatives Summit was about “navigating a world in flux,” as the firm's recap of its event noted. The event aimed to help investors cut through the noise and put together the pieces of the puzzle in a dynamic and increasingly complex world. Alt Goes Mainstream joined the event to have unscripted conversations with Goldman Sachs Alternatives leaders to cut through the noise by unpacking key themes and trends at the intersection of private markets and private wealth.In this special series, we went behind the scenes at the Goldman Sachs Alternatives Conference and interviewed six Goldman Sachs Alternatives leaders about their current thinking on private markets and how the firm has built and evolved its private markets capabilities.Our first conversation was with Matt Gibson, who is head of the Client Solutions Group within Goldman Sachs Asset Management. Prior to his current role, Matt served as co-head of the Technology, Media and Telecommunications Group in the Investment Banking Division from 2021 to 2023. Before that Matt served as co-head of One Goldman Sachs from 2019 to 2021 and served as global co-head of Client Coverage within Investment Banking Services from 2015 to 2020. He joined Goldman Sachs in 2001 as an associate and was named managing director in 2008 and partner in 2010. Prior to joining the firm, Matt was a US naval officer for five years, working in a variety of capacities on two different US Navy ships. During this time, Matt's service centered on operations in the Western Pacific, Persian Gulf, Mediterranean Sea and Adriatic Sea. Matt serves on the US Naval Academy Board of Trustees and the Global Advisory Board for the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. Matt earned a BS in Political Science from the United States Naval Academy in 1994 and an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University in 2001.Matt and I had a fascinating conversation about Goldman's evolution of its private markets strategy and how the firm's “One Goldman Sachs” initiative has enabled them to bring the entire firm to bear as it helps deliver solutions for both wealth and institutional clients. We covered:How Matt's experiences across the firm inform the way he approaches solving needs for clients.The how and the why behind the “One Goldman Sachs” initiative.Goldman's client-centric approach. Why it matters to be an early mover in certain instances in private markets.Goldman's approach to partnerships in private markets.The power of the platform and how Goldman leverages its platform to help its private markets efforts.The importance of understanding geopolitics in today's increasingly complicated investing world.Thanks Matt for sharing your expertise, wisdom, and passion for private markets and private wealth. Show Notes00:42 Welcome to the Alt Goes Mainstream Podcast00:56 Goldman Sachs Alternatives Conference Overview01:09 Interview with Matt Gibson02:26 Matt Gibson's Career Journey02:50 The Importance of Client Engagement03:17 One Goldman Sachs Initiative04:13 Commercial and Cultural Impact of One Goldman Sachs05:11 Convergence of Public and Private Markets06:04 Growth in Retail and Institutional Alternatives07:44 Balancing Customization with Scale08:23 Leveraging the Goldman Sachs Platform10:10 Origination and Investment Banking Synergy11:23 Infusing Goldman Sachs Culture12:34 Private Markets Culture and Strategy13:35 Building Capabilities Through Partnerships15:19 LP Relationships and Private Markets Evolution16:44 Strategic Decisions in Private Markets19:13 Agility in Product Strategy21:08 Serving Clients in Private Markets25:41 Geopolitical Considerations in Investing28:06 Mega Trends and Geopolitics29:47 Future of Private Markets30:37 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsEditing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant.

Now on Air: Prog & Roll Radio Show 0:48 An intro by Clive Nolan 0:39 A Message from Makaria 0:33 A short introduction to Alchemy 1:36 CLIVE NOLAN Alchemy’s Medley (pout purri) 3:58 Alchemy (2013) A short introduction to King’s Ransom 2:39 CLIVE NOLAN King’s Ransom Medley (pout purri) 3:58 King’s Ransom (2017) Prog & Roll Radio Show Presents: The Mortal Light by Clive Nolan 0:28 Clive’s intro to Prologue & Overture 1:09 CLIVE NOLAN Wedding 5:19 The Mortal Light (2026) CLIVE NOLAN Overture 1:42 The Mortal Light (2026) Clive’s intro to Demigod & Prophecy 0:54 CLIVE NOLAN Demigod 6:34 The Mortal Light (2026) CLIVE NOLAN Prophecy 4:23 The Mortal Light (2026) Clive’s intro to Magician, Decisions & Cavalry 1:56 CLIVE NOLAN Magician 6:06 The Mortal Light (2026) CLIVE NOLAN Decisions 10:29 The Mortal Light (2026) CLIVE NOLAN Cavalry 5:54 The Mortal Light (2026) Prog & Roll Radio Show with George and Nihal 1:51 Clive’s intro to Fade & Escape 0:55 CLIVE NOLAN Fade 5:12 The Mortal Light (2026) CLIVE NOLAN Escape 3:33 The Mortal Light (2026) Final Intro of Act. I 1:29 CLIVE NOLAN Guidelines 4:26 The Mortal Light (2026) CLIVE NOLAN Medley: Conversation & Guardians 6:04 The Mortal Light (2026) CLIVE NOLAN Medley: Promised & Unbowed 5:14 The Mortal Light (2026) CLIVE NOLAN Makaria 5:16 The Mortal Light (2026) Prog & Roll Welcomes Clive Nolan & Laura Piazzai 0:32 Clive’s intro to Port, Confession, Crime & Spy 1:01 CLIVE NOLAN Port 3:33 The Mortal Light (2026) CLIVE NOLAN Confession 3:42 The Mortal Light (2026) CLIVE NOLAN Crime 3:41 The Mortal Light (2026) CLIVE NOLAN Spy 3:55 The Mortal Light (2026) Clive’s intro to Thunder, Agreement & Witch 1:37 CLIVE NOLAN Thunder 2:55 The Mortal Light (2026) CLIVE NOLAN Agreement 4:43 The Mortal Light (2026) CLIVE NOLAN Witch 7:32 The Mortal Light (2026) Now on air: Prog & Roll with George and Nihal 0:25 Clive’s intro to Portal, Wings, Threat, Satisfactory, Justice 1:36 CLIVE NOLAN Portal 4:32 The Mortal Light (2026) CLIVE NOLAN Wings 3:26 The Mortal Light (2026) CLIVE NOLAN Threat 1:45 The Mortal Light (2026) CLIVE NOLAN Satisfactory 1:46 The Mortal Light (2026) CLIVE NOLAN Justice 4:37 The Mortal Light (2026) Clive’s intro to Arrival, Seduction & Tovenaar 1:17 CLIVE NOLAN Arrival 2:03 The Mortal Light (2026) CLIVE NOLAN Seduction 6:51 The Mortal Light (2026) CLIVE NOLAN Tovenaar 4:14 The Mortal Light (2026) Clive’s intro to Siege, Trust, Convergence & Explosion 1:56 CLIVE NOLAN Siege 2:47 The Mortal Light (2026) CLIVE NOLAN Trust 2:29 The Mortal Light (2026) CLIVE NOLAN Convergence 1:19 The Mortal Light (2026) CLIVE NOLAN Explosion 0:57 The Mortal Light (2026) A Final Message from Clive… 0:26 CLIVE NOLAN Sunset 2:39 The Mortal Light (2026)

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches on the fundamentals of the faith. The idea of family is one of the Bible's fundamental themes, but it's not limited to biological families. The church is also called a family. A healthy society will have healthy homes. Our church will be healthy if our families are healthy. Where families suffer, all culture suffers.

In this episode of Point of Convergence, we do a deep dive into the genetic and historical evidence, alongside ancient cultural lore, suggesting an interventionary NHI role in human development, including factioning and disagreements among different NHI groups regarding the human project.

Master the Theory of Inventive Problem Solving (TRIZ) with Ivan Gekht to resolve complex product contradictions and build ideal systems that deliver results without over-engineering. Most business owners don't struggle with a lack of ideas; they struggle with wasted effort and innovation bets that don't pay off. In this episode, Ivan Gekht, CEO of Gehtsoft, joins the show to discuss how his background in rocket science and high-stakes software engineering led him to a more predictable model for innovation. We dive deep into TRIZ—a framework built from studying hundreds of thousands of patents—to understand why the most effective systems are often those that eventually disappear while their benefits remain. From removing databases to increase trading speed to using nature-inspired algorithms to optimize logistics, this conversation is a masterclass in seeing problems differently to achieve "unfair" simplicity. In this episode: The 5 levels of innovation: Moving from known solutions to true breakthroughs. Contradiction Framing: Why resolving contradictions beats brainstorming every time. The "Ideal System": Achieving outcomes without the overhead of the system itself. Efficiency at Scale: Reducing logistics compute time from one hour to 40 seconds. The Renaissance Man: Why E-shaped talent is the ultimate advantage in the AI era. Mentioned in this episode... Gehtsoft (Boutique software engineering team) TRIZ / TIPS (Theory of Inventive Problem Solving) OnePlus Open (Foldable smartphone) Formula One (F1) Pit Crew process optimization The Mysterious Island and 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea by Jules Verne Subscribe to the Convergence podcast wherever you get podcasts including video episodes to get updated on the other crucial conversations that we'll post on YouTube at youtube.com/@convergencefmpodcast Learn something? Give us a 5 star review and like the podcast on YouTube. It's how we grow.   Follow the Pod Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/convergence-podcast/ X: https://twitter.com/podconvergence Instagram: @podconvergence

The owner of WHOOPLA (asi/522701) explains how the distributor brought print into the fold and how it executes creative kit ideas for customers.

What if the real risk in buying a home isn’t interest rates - but your job? In early 2026, AI disruption, shifting HDB policies and volatile careers are forcing buyers to rethink what “affordable” really means. Shorter BTO waiting times promise relief for young couples, but could trigger unexpected ripple effects across resale. At the same time, the long-standing price gap between RCR and CCR or prime and slightly beyond prime districts has narrowed to levels that are seeing some sit up. What does this all mean for you and your wealth journey? Ivan Cai, CEO of Crestbrick, breaks down what this new property cycle means for buyers and investors, hosted by Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They built a machine that sees tomorrow. It worked perfectly for decades. Then they aimed it at 2012—and every operator saw the same thing: nothing. Absolute nothing.

In this week's episode of the Security Sprint, Dave and Andy covered the following topics:Opening:Check out the new SUN format and Subscribe to GRIP! Gate 15's Resilience and Intelligence PortalBig News! The Tribal-ISAC Appoints First Executive Director to Advance Cybersecurity for Tribal Governments and Enterprises – Tribal-ISAC | 27 Jan 2026: Keys & Locks – The Overlooked Security Risk – Fact Sheet — WaterISAC | 28 Jan 2026 Main Topics:Insider Threats: Assembling A Multi-Disciplinary Insider Threat Management Team — CISA | 27 Jan 2026 (Analysis/Commentary) CISA's new infographic guides organizations in forming insider threat teams that bring together HR, legal, IT, security, and leadership under a “Plan, Organize, Execute, Maintain” framework. Savannah Best Buy employee says hacker group blackmailed him into theft ring scheme Study: Future workers would sell patient data Former Google Engineer Found Guilty of Economic Espionage and Theft of Confidential AI Technology Former TD Bank Employee Pleads Guilty to Accepting Bribes and Laundering $55 Million From Colombia Two Recent Guilty Pleas Highlight Financial Crime Risks Posed by Bank Insiders The Evolution of Insider Threat Ransomware Threat Outlook 2025-2027 — Canadian Centre for Cyber Security | 28 Jan 2026 The Cyber Centre assesses that ransomware against Canadian organizations is increasing and rapidly evolving, with actors almost certainly opportunistic and financially motivated, and essentially all organizations and individuals at risk of being targeted at some point. Ransomware: How to Prevent and Recover (ITSAP.00.099) — Canadian Centre for Cyber Security Ransomware Playbook (ITSM.00.099) — Canadian Centre for Cyber Security Threat Spotlight: Ransomware and Cyber Extortion in Q4 2025 NCC Group Monthly Threat Pulse – Review of December 2025 The Convergence of Infostealers and Ransomware: From Credential Harvesting to Rapid Extortion ChainsFBI Operation Winter SHIELD: 10 Cybersecurity Actions for Critical Infrastructure & FBI Launches ‘Winter SHIELD' Cyber Campaign — FBI & Infosecurity Magazine, 29 Jan 2026. NSA Releases Phase One and Phase Two of the Zero Trust Implementation Guidelines How to prepare and plan your organisation's response to a severe cyber threat: a guide for CNI Cyber security considerations for drone use (ITSAP.00.143) Cyber security advisory AV26-058: OpenSSL Security Advisory Cyber Incident Reporting Guidelines: Key Information & Sharing Requirements — Canadian Centre for Cyber Security, 2026DOD: JIATF 401 Publishes New Guidance for Physical Protection of Critical Infrastructure (U.S. Department of Defense, Jan 2026) Spotting malicious email messages (ITSAP.00.100) — Canadian Centre for Cyber Security | Jan 2026 Quick Hits:2025 Threat Report: Exploitation Grows Across IT, IoT, and OT — Forescout Vedere Labs | 29 Jan 2026 Man arrested after spraying substance on Rep. Ilhan Omar Ilhan Omar Attack: Suspect Identified as Anthony Kazmierczak Amid Rising Political Violence Calls to Impeach DHS Secretary Noem Grow After Minneapolis Shootings and Omar Attack ‘No Kings' march event in Twin Cities & ‘No Kings' protest march set for March 28 USCP Threat Assessment Cases for 2025 – Source: U.S. Capitol Police, 27 Jan 2026.

Analysts Don Kellogg and Roger Entner analyze Q4 earnings for AT&T, Verizon, Comcast, and Charter, with additional insights on convergence and FWA.00:00 Episode intro 00:24 AT&T Q4 overview 01:40 Convergence has supplanted handset upgrades 03:30 Verizon Q4 overview 05:18 Comcast Q4 overview 05:45 Charter Q4 overview 06:35 Charter is taking FWA seriously 07:15 Charter's wireless line metrics 07:58 Episode wrap-up Tags: telecom, telecommunications, wireless, prepaid, postpaid, cellular phone, Don Kellogg, Roger Entner, earnings, AT&T, Verizon, Comcast, Charter, cable, net adds, FWA, convergence, devices, churn, iPhone, value, fiber, Frontier, bundling, upgrades, video, NFL, T-Mobile

As crypto matures, what will the future of enforcement, compliance, and accountability look like? Listen in as Amanda Wick, a former federal prosecutor and longtime leader in financial crime prevention, joins the Brief to give her take and examine how innovation and integrity can evolve together. From sanctions to travel rule implementation, this episode offers a front‑row seat to see key shifts already reshaping the ecosystem. Want to learn more? Check out Amanda's book The Catalysts.   Episode Topics:    [0:00] Intro [2:18] News Rundown [7:09] Background on the Travel Rule [11:39] Privacy vs. Anonymity [15:09] Market Maturity & Crypto Compliance [18:46] International Trends & Convergence [23:04] Time at the DOJ [29:49] Outro Stay connected with us beyond the podcast by following FCAT on, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X, where we share additional insights and updates on all things emerging tech.  Whether you're crypto-curious or have a crypto foundation, Fidelity may have your next career opportunity. EXPLORE NOW.   Please remember: this podcast is solely for informational and educational purposes and is not investment, tax, legal or insurance advice. Digital assets are speculative and highly volatile and you should conduct thorough research before you invest. To learn more, visit: fcatalyst.com FMR LLC. © 2025 FMR LLC. All rights reserved. Chapters (00:00:00) - Intro(00:02:18) - News Rundown(00:07:09) - Background on the Travel Rule(00:11:39) - Privacy vs. Anonymity(00:15:09) - Market Maturity & Crypto Compliance(00:18:46) - International Trends & Convergence(00:23:04) - Time at the DOJ(00:29:49) - Outro

We're joined by two execs that find their sectors converging on platforms like Spotify and YouTube. Steve Ackerman speaks to his three decades at Somethin' Else and then Sony Music Podcasts, whilst ITV Studio's Martin Trickey tells us about his social agency label, Zoo55.Also on the show: Can news outlets survive Google's AI Overview? The UK markets regulator may intervene - but will it be in time? All that plus: YouTube pulls out of Barb, Substack lands on TV... and, in the Audio Network Media Quiz, our guests defend themselves in my boardroom. The Media Quiz is sponsored by Audio Network. Alex (who is a real person) selects the music for us to score each episode and she and her team can do it for you too at https://audionetwork.comWe record at Podshop Studios - for 25% off your first booking, use the code MEDIACLUB at https://www.podshoponline.co.uk/services/podcast-studioBecome a member for FREE when you sign up for our newsletter at https://themediaclub.comA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with post-production from Podcast Discovery.What The Media Club has been reading this week:CMA wants a clear publisher opt out for AI OverviewsSubstack has launched a TV app YouTube Pulls Out Of BarbFuture Publishing Axes Consumer Tech JobsBBC Names Davie's Exit Date and Interim DGGoalhanger Bags Minority InvestorMOTD ratings surge with new release strategyNigella becomes new Bake Off judgeTraitors - The Play? (and ratings news) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

April Palmer joins this episode of Convergence.fm to break down a practical, repeatable approach to product innovation that starts with customer conversations and ends with shipped improvements. We talk about why most innovation is actually "amelioration," how to run a closed loop ladder from stories to product decisions, and how to earn buy-in from sales and frontline teams so innovation becomes a team sport.  April is in charge of client relationships at Duckbill and teaches product innovation at VCU. She is a former top sales performer for Fortune 100 companies across various industries, where she consistently drove double-digit growth in six- and seven-figure portfolios. Today, she helps aspiring entrepreneurs turn their ideas into successful businesses by developing strategies that integrate finance, marketing, sales, and customer experience. April shares how a sales driven internal request at Duckbill became Skyway, a cloud contract and spend visibility product, and why the best use of AI is helping humans do human work better. In this episode: Defining product innovation as improvement of existing workflows, not just net new invention The closed loop ladder: capture, translate, synthesize, decide, ship, close the loop The "wet monkeys" lesson, how tradition blocks obvious change How to use ride alongs and story capture to surface patterns fast How to earn trust from sales and frontline techs without slowing them down Why call centers are opportunity centers, not just cost centers AI in support: where it helps, where it creates risk Sales led innovation stories from ADP and Duckbill, from insights to new offerings Building a challenge network and creating room for whimsy in problem solving Delightful product experience, why Wayfair's self explanatory assembly labeling mattered Mentioned in this episode:  Follow April Palmer on LinkedIn Duckbill and Skyway  Share More Stories and SEEQ  They Ask, You Answer by Marcus Sheridan  Rocket Fuel by Gino Wickman and Mark C. Winters TED app Blinkist Headway Subscribe to the Convergence podcast wherever you get podcasts including video episodes to get updated on the other crucial conversations that we'll post on YouTube at youtube.com/@convergencefmpodcast Learn something? Give us a 5 star review and like the podcast on YouTube. It's how we grow.   Follow the Pod Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/convergence-podcast/ X: https://twitter.com/podconvergence Instagram: @podconvergence

Divine Convergence is the sacred moment when heaven's reality intersects with earth's conditions. In The Lord's Prayer, Jesus reveals God's desire – not for heaven and earth to remain separate – but for God's rule, authority, and purpose to be manifested in everyday life. Get ready for a time of connection with heaven like never before!

Give

Give

Give

Welcome back to the Alt Goes Mainstream podcast.Today's episode features a pioneer who has been building the core infrastructure that is making private markets go mainstream.We talk with Gary Tenkman, a 30-year veteran of the fund administration world who is the CEO of Ultimus Fund Solutions. Ultimus serves over 450 clients and 2,300 funds, representing $725B of assets under administration, all handled by a team of over 1,100 professionals. Ultimus, which is backed by private equity firm, GTCR and, more recently, Stone Point, is able to help investment managers navigate a growing array of challenges that include elaborate fund structures and evolving compliance requirements. Gary has built a business that combines the best of technology and human experts in fund administration to serve many of the industry's largest funds. Ultimus has also been a big part of the ability for private markets to innovate with evergreen and interval fund structures since they have the necessary infrastructure and services to help fund managers launch, run, and administer evergreen structures.Prior to joining Ultimus as CEO, Gary was Head of North American Operations at another large fund service provider, where he was responsible for service delivery for all clients in the region. During his 16 years there, he held leadership positions in alternative investment fund services, European fund services, and US fund services.Gary and I had fascinating conversation about the evolution of fund administration and how fund administration in private markets has changed with the growing interest in evergreen and interval funds. We discussed:How fund administration has changed over the 30 years Gary has been in the industry.Will the evergreen fund industry mirror the growth and evolution of the mutual fund industry?The gap that Gary and Ultimus saw in private markets fund administration.Why fund services for evergreen fund structures is very complex and hard to do well.How technology can provide leverage to fund administration.Will AI impact fund administration?Why fund services are a compelling investment category for private equity.Thanks Gary for coming on the show to share your wisdom and experience and thanks for your support of Alt Goes Mainstream. The work you're doing at Ultimus is making a big impact on evolving the industry, so it's an honor to have you partner with AGM. We hope you enjoy.Show Notes01:01 Introduction to the Alt Goes Mainstream Podcast01:10 Gary Tenkman: A Pioneer in Fund Administration01:17 Ultimus Fund Solutions: An Overview01:50 Innovations in Private Markets02:02 Gary's Career Journey02:20 The Evolution of Fund Administration02:38 Challenges in Fund Services for Evergreen Structures02:46 The Role of Technology in Fund Administration06:58 Automation and Data Standardization11:15 AI in Fund Administration12:09 Fund Level vs. Asset Level Data13:16 Lessons from the Mutual Fund Industry13:58 Product Innovation in Private Markets18:30 Navigating the Evergreen Space23:20 Distribution Strategies for Private Markets25:35 The Importance of Service Providers26:50 The Evolution of Ultimus Fund Solutions27:19 Evolution of Ultimus: The Early Days28:02 Client-Centric Focus: The Key to Success28:16 Investing in Technology and Growth28:35 Mergers and Acquisitions: Building Scale28:58 Private Side Expansion and Momentum29:40 Challenges and Solutions in Private Markets30:40 Client-Centric Culture: What It Means31:34 Delivering High-Quality Client Service32:28 Maintaining Culture Amidst Growth33:27 Industry Consolidation: A Historical Perspective34:09 New Partnerships and Investments35:26 Future M&A Opportunities35:43 Stone Point's Investment in Ultimus36:34 Growth in Private Funds and Evergreen Structures37:29 Convergence of Public and Private Markets38:05 Hybrid Product Structures: Opportunities and Challenges39:45 Regulatory Challenges in Retail Alts40:58 Education and Adoption in Private Markets45:54 401k and Retirement Space: Unlocking Potential48:04 Exciting Trends in Private MarketsEditing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant.

Evolution with natural selection involves an intricate mix of the random and the driven. Mutations are essentially random, while selection pressures work to prefer certain outcomes over others. There is tremendous divergence of species over time, but also repeated convergence to forms and mechanisms that are unmistakably useful. We see this clearly in eyes and fins, but the basic pattern also holds for brains and forms of social organization. I talk with philosopher Rachell Powell about what these ideas mean for humans, other terrestrial species, and also for forms of life we have not yet encountered.Blog post with transcript: https://www.preposterousuniverse.com/podcast/2026/01/26/342-rachell-powell-on-evolutionary-convergence-morality-and-mind/Support Mindscape on Patreon.Rachell Powell received her Ph.D. in philosophy from Duke University. She is currently a Professor of Philosophy at Boston University. She has held fellowships at the National Humanities Center, the American Council of Learned Societies, the Konrad Lorenz Institute for Evolution and Cognition Research, the National Evolutionary Synthesis Center, the Berlin School of Mind and Brain at Humboldt University, and the Center for Genetic Engineering and Society at North Carolina State University.Boston University web pagePhilPapers publicationsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom podcast, host Stewart Alsop sits down with Dima Zhelezov, a philosopher at SQD.ai, to explore the fascinating intersections of cryptocurrency, AI, quantum physics, and the future of human knowledge. The conversation covers everything from Zhelezov's work building decentralized data lakes for blockchain data to deep philosophical questions about the nature of mathematical beauty, the Renaissance ideal of curiosity-driven learning, and whether AI agents will eventually develop their own form of consciousness. Stewart and Dima examine how permissionless databases are making certain activities "unenforceable" rather than illegal, the paradox of mathematics' incredible accuracy in describing the physical world, and why we may be entering a new Renaissance era where curiosity becomes humanity's most valuable skill as AI handles traditional tasks.You can find more about Dima's work at SQD.ai and follow him on X at @dizhel.Timestamps00:00 Introduction to Decentralized Data Lakes02:55 The Evolution of Blockchain Data Management05:55 The Intersection of Blockchain and Traditional Databases08:43 The Role of AI in Transparency and Control11:51 AI Autonomy and Human Interaction15:05 Curiosity in the Age of AI17:54 The Renaissance of Knowledge and Learning20:49 Mathematics, Beauty, and Discovery27:30 The Evolution of Mathematical Thought30:28 Quantum Mechanics and Mathematical Predictions33:43 The Search for a Unified Theory38:57 The Role of Gravity in Physics41:23 The Shift from Physics to Biology46:19 The Future of Human Interaction in a Digital AgeKey Insights1. Blockchain as a Permissionless Database Solution - Traditional blockchains were designed for writing transactions but not efficiently reading data. Dima's company SQD.ai built a decentralized data lake that maintains blockchain's key properties (open read/write access, verifiable, no registration required) while solving the database problem. This enables applications like Polymarket to exist because there's "no one to subpoena" - the permissionless nature makes enforcement impossible even when activities might be regulated in traditional systems.2. The Convergence of On-Chain and Off-Chain Data - The future won't have distinct "blockchain applications" versus traditional apps. Instead, we'll see seamless integration where users don't even know they're using blockchain technology. The key differentiator is that blockchain provides open read and write access without permission, which becomes essential when touching financial or politically sensitive applications that governments might try to shut down through traditional centralized infrastructure.3. AI Autonomy and the Illusion of Control - We're rapidly approaching full autonomy of AI agents that can transact and analyze information independently through blockchain infrastructure. While humans still think anthropocentrically about AI as companions or tools, these systems may develop consciousness or motivations completely alien to human understanding. This creates a dangerous "illusion of control" where we can operationalize AI systems without truly comprehending their decision-making processes.4. Curiosity as the Essential Future Skill - In a world of infinite knowledge and AI capabilities, curiosity becomes the primary limiting factor for human progress. Traditional hard and soft skills will be outsourced to AI, making the ability to ask good questions and pursue interests through Socratic dialogue with AI the most valuable human capacity. This mirrors the Renaissance ideal of the polymath, now enabled by AI that allows non-linear exploration of knowledge rather than traditional linear textbook learning.5. The Beauty Principle in Mathematical Discovery - Mathematics exhibits an "unreasonable effectiveness" where theories developed purely abstractly turn out to predict real-world phenomena with extraordinary accuracy. Quantum chromodynamics, developed through mathematical beauty and elegance, can predict particle physics experiments to incredible precision. This suggests either mathematical truths exist independently for AI to discover, or that aesthetic principles may be fundamental organizing forces in the universe.6. The Physics Plateau and Biological Shift - Modern physics faces a unique problem where the Standard Model works too well - it explains everything we can currently measure except gravity, but we can't create experiments to test the edge cases where the theory should break down. This has led to a decline in physics prominence since the 1960s, with scientific excitement shifting toward biology and, now, AI and crypto, where breakthrough discoveries remain accessible.7. Two Divergent Futures: Abundance vs. Dystopia - We face a stark choice between two AI futures: a super-abundant world where AI eliminates scarcity and humans pursue curiosity, beauty, and genuine connection; or a dystopian scenario where 0.01% capture all AI-generated value while everyone else survives on UBI, becoming "degraded to zombies" providing content for AI models. The outcome depends on whether we prioritize human flourishing or power concentration during this critical technological transition.

In this episode, Dr. Linda Bluestein is joined by Dr. Eric Singman, a neuro-ophthalmologist who lives at the intersection of the eyes, the brain, and the complex symptoms so many people with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome experience. They dig into why EDS patients often struggle with vision even when everything looks “normal,” why convergence problems and visual fatigue are so common, and how conditions like POTS, mast cell activation, Chiari malformation, and cervical instability quietly affect how we see. They also talk about dry eye, visual snow, glare sensitivity, elevated intracranial pressure without papilledema, and why so many EDS patients are sent down expensive treatment paths that may not actually help. This conversation is part science, part myth-busting, and part reality check for anyone who's been told their symptoms don't make sense. If you've ever felt dismissed, confused, or overwhelmed by eye and vision issues in connective tissue disorders, this one's for you. Takeaways: Normal eye exams don't mean your vision problem isn't real, especially for people with EDS. Many vision symptoms in EDS are collateral damage, not primary eye disease. Convergence issues are often blamed, but fatigue, cognition, and neck instability may be the real drivers. Dry eye in EDS is more complex than “use drops”, especially with mast cell involvement. The neck may be the missing piece in vision, brain fog, headaches, and reading difficulty. Find the episode transcript here. Want more Dr. Eric Singman? https://www.umms.org/find-a-doctor/profiles/dr-eric-lowell-singman-md-1881654804 Want more Dr. Linda Bluestein, MD? Website: https://www.hypermobilitymd.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bendybodiespodcast Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/hypermobilitymd/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/BendyBodiesPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/BluesteinLinda⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/hypermobilitymd/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hypermobilitymd.substack.com/ Shop my Amazon store ⁠⁠⁠ https://www.amazon.com/shop/hypermobilitymd Dr. Bluestein's Recommended Herbs, Supplements and Care Necessities: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/hypermobilitymd/store-start Thank YOU so much for tuning in. We hope you found this episode informative, inspiring, useful, validating, and enjoyable. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to level up your knowledge about hypermobility disorders and the people who have them. Join YOUR Bendy Bodies community at ⁠⁠https://www.bendybodiespodcast.com/⁠⁠. YOUR bendy body is our highest priority!⁠⁠ Learn more about Human Content at ⁠⁠⁠http://www.human-content.com⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Advertising/Business Inquiries: ⁠⁠⁠sales@human-content.com⁠⁠⁠ Part of the Human Content Podcast Network FTC: This video is not sponsored. Links are commissionable, meaning I may earn commission from purchases made through links Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I walk through a real, high-stakes moment inside a warehousing and logistics operation, thousands of pallets of telecom cable, a hard year-end deadline, and a task nobody actually owned. The team was facing a potential six-figure hit, measuring precious metal content by hand with clipboards and micrometers, under serious time pressure. During a simple office hours session, we paused, reframed the problem, and realized this wasn't a labor issue at all. It was a vision problem. What followed was a fast, scrappy sprint. Sales, warehouse staff, and engineers worked side by side. We prototyped, tested, and shipped a vision-based AI system in days, not months. Using lightweight tooling, we cut monthly costs by more than $150K, improved measurement accuracy, and delivered a working solution in under 72 hours. If you're skeptical about what "good enough" AI can actually do in the real world, this story is a clean proof point Visit convergence.fm and contact us for to schedule your own office hours and get clarity and confidence tackling your toughest product and engineering challenges.     Inside the episode… A logistics company's urgent copper-measurement problem with no clear owner The hidden cost and inefficiency of manually measuring more than 5,000 pallets How a single office hours conversation reframed the problem as a vision-AI opportunity Training a custom vision model using pallet photos and simple index cards Rapid prototyping with automation and vision tooling to ship in days Over $150K in cost savings and a dramatically better experience for warehouse teams Why involving frontline workers accelerated adoption and improved feedback loops Letting go of perfection and embracing statistically "good enough" outcomes What this teaches us about speed, trust, and momentum through small wins Where this approach goes next and why similar teams should be paying attention     Mentioned in this episode n8n (automation platform) Roboflow (vision model training) ChatGPT (image and text analysis) OpenAI API     Subscribe to the Convergence podcast wherever you listen, and catch video episodes on YouTube at youtube.com/@convergencefmpodcast. If this was useful, leave a five-star review and like the show on YouTube. That's how we grow. Note: Visuals in the video form of this episode were generated by AI (Gemini) as the originals are sensitive and confidential to our customer and their staff.  

Will AGI happen soon - or are we running into a wall?In this episode, I'm joined by Tim Dettmers (Assistant Professor at CMU; Research Scientist at the Allen Institute for AI) and Dan Fu (Assistant Professor at UC San Diego; VP of Kernels at Together AI) to unpack two opposing frameworks from their essays: “Why AGI Will Not Happen” versus “Yes, AGI Will Happen.” Tim argues progress is constrained by physical realities like memory movement and the von Neumann bottleneck; Dan argues we're still leaving massive performance on the table through utilization, kernels, and systems—and that today's models are lagging indicators of the newest hardware and clusters.Then we get practical: agents and the “software singularity.” Dan says agents have already crossed a threshold even for “final boss” work like writing GPU kernels. Tim's message is blunt: use agents or be left behind. Both emphasize that the leverage comes from how you use them—Dan compares it to managing interns: clear context, task decomposition, and domain judgment, not blind trust.We close with what to watch in 2026: hardware diversification, the shift toward efficient, specialized small models, and architecture evolution beyond classic Transformers—including state-space approaches already showing up in real systems.Sources:Why AGI Will Not Happen - https://timdettmers.com/2025/12/10/why-agi-will-not-happen/Use Agents or Be Left Behind? A Personal Guide to Automating Your Own Work - https://timdettmers.com/2026/01/13/use-agents-or-be-left-behind/Yes, AGI Can Happen – A Computational Perspective - https://danfu.org/notes/agi/The Allen Institute for Artificial IntelligenceWebsite - https://allenai.orgX/Twitter - https://x.com/allen_aiTogether AIWebsite - https://www.together.aiX/Twitter - https://x.com/togethercomputeTim DettmersBlog - https://timdettmers.comLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/timdettmers/X/Twitter - https://x.com/Tim_DettmersDan FuBlog - https://danfu.orgLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/danfu09/X/Twitter - https://x.com/realDanFuFIRSTMARKWebsite - https://firstmark.comX/Twitter - https://twitter.com/FirstMarkCapMatt Turck (Managing Director)Blog - https://mattturck.comLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/turck/X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/mattturck(00:00) - Intro(01:06) – Two essays, two frameworks on AGI(01:34) – Tim's background: quantization, QLoRA, efficient deep learning(02:25) – Dan's background: FlashAttention, kernels, alternative architectures(03:38) – Defining AGI: what does it mean in practice?(08:20) – Tim's case: computation is physical, diminishing returns, memory movement(11:29) – “GPUs won't improve meaningfully”: the core claim and why(16:16) – Dan's response: utilization headroom (MFU) + “models are lagging indicators”(22:50) – Pre-training vs post-training (and why product feedback matters)(25:30) – Convergence: usefulness + diffusion (where impact actually comes from)(29:50) – Multi-hardware future: NVIDIA, AMD, TPUs, Cerebras, inference chips(32:16) – Agents: did the “switch flip” yet?(33:19) – Dan: agents crossed the threshold (kernels as the “final boss”)(34:51) – Tim: “use agents or be left behind” + beyond coding(36:58) – “90% of code and text should be written by agents” (how to do it responsibly)(39:11) – Practical automation for non-coders: what to build and how to start(43:52) – Dan: managing agents like junior teammates (tools, guardrails, leverage)(48:14) – Education and training: learning in an agent world(52:44) – What Tim is building next (open-source coding agent; private repo specialization)(54:44) – What Dan is building next (inference efficiency, cost, performance)(55:58) – Mega-kernels + Together Atlas (speculative decoding + adaptive speedups)(58:19) – Predictions for 2026: small models, open-source, hardware, modalities(1:02:02) – Beyond transformers: state-space and architecture diversity(1:03:34) – Wrap

In this episode, Dr. Linda Bluestein is joined by Dr. Eric Singman, a neuro-ophthalmologist who lives at the intersection of the eyes, the brain, and the complex symptoms so many people with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome experience. They dig into why EDS patients often struggle with vision even when everything looks “normal,” why convergence problems and visual fatigue are so common, and how conditions like POTS, mast cell activation, Chiari malformation, and cervical instability quietly affect how we see. They also talk about dry eye, visual snow, glare sensitivity, elevated intracranial pressure without papilledema, and why so many EDS patients are sent down expensive treatment paths that may not actually help. This conversation is part science, part myth-busting, and part reality check for anyone who's been told their symptoms don't make sense. If you've ever felt dismissed, confused, or overwhelmed by eye and vision issues in connective tissue disorders, this one's for you. Takeaways: Normal eye exams don't mean your vision problem isn't real, especially for people with EDS. Many vision symptoms in EDS are collateral damage, not primary eye disease. Convergence issues are often blamed, but fatigue, cognition, and neck instability may be the real drivers. Dry eye in EDS is more complex than “use drops”, especially with mast cell involvement. The neck may be the missing piece in vision, brain fog, headaches, and reading difficulty. Find the episode transcript here. Want more Dr. Eric Singman? https://www.umms.org/find-a-doctor/profiles/dr-eric-lowell-singman-md-1881654804 Want more Dr. Linda Bluestein, MD? Website: https://www.hypermobilitymd.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bendybodiespodcast Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/hypermobilitymd/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/BendyBodiesPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/BluesteinLinda⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/hypermobilitymd/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hypermobilitymd.substack.com/ Shop my Amazon store ⁠⁠⁠ https://www.amazon.com/shop/hypermobilitymd Dr. Bluestein's Recommended Herbs, Supplements and Care Necessities: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/hypermobilitymd/store-start Thank YOU so much for tuning in. We hope you found this episode informative, inspiring, useful, validating, and enjoyable. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to level up your knowledge about hypermobility disorders and the people who have them. Join YOUR Bendy Bodies community at ⁠⁠https://www.bendybodiespodcast.com/⁠⁠. YOUR bendy body is our highest priority!⁠⁠ Learn more about Human Content at ⁠⁠⁠http://www.human-content.com⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Advertising/Business Inquiries: ⁠⁠⁠sales@human-content.com⁠⁠⁠ Part of the Human Content Podcast Network FTC: This video is not sponsored. Links are commissionable, meaning I may earn commission from purchases made through links Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are outside forces squashing what you know? Being the leader of your own life is imperative to creating a different future here on the planet. In this episode of Choice, Change and Action, Simone Milasas talks with Megan Hill about being the leader of your own life and future, and how empowering people to know that they have choice will change the world. What if there is nothing that you cannot create? What kind of life would you like to create? What kind of future would you like to be a part of? Be strong with who you are and what you know, and never give up on the world you desire. Be magic, miracles and chaos!   Gary Douglas Quote Look for Allowance of you, as YOU and NO point of view. When you have no point of view, you can BE anything. When you can be anything, you can DO anything. When you can do anything, you can HAVE anything. When you can have anything, you can CREATE anything. When you can create anything you can create a different world. ~ Gary Douglas   Questions And Tools: "What else is possible? What else can I choose?" "What would actually really work for me?" "What can I be with this?" "Who can I reach out to?" "Where can I contribute energy that will create the greatest change?" "What allowance can I be with this?" "What possibilities are available that we have not yet explored?" "What is the lie, spoken or unspoken?" As Mentioned In This Episode: Leaders of the Future YouTube video: https://youtu.be/bgnJ3GjLrrk?si=emQ_qqqkf9LHyd6b  Leadership of the Future Series: https://www.accessconsciousness.com/en/class-catalog/access-special-classes/leaders-of-the-future/leaders-of-the-future---series_639030604965358440/details  The Leaders of the Future, 2018 with Gary Douglas: https://www.accessconsciousness.com/en/dashboard/media/video-on-demand  Convergence of Possibilities: https://shop.drdainheer.com/convergence  Useful Links: The Clearing Statement explained Access Consciousness Website Choice, Change & Action Podcast Instagram Follow Simone Milasas Simone's Website Simone's Instagram Simone's Facebook Simone's YouTube Simone's Telegram Simone's Contact Email  Follow Megan Hill Megan's Website Megan's Instagram Megan's Facebook Follow Trystan Hill Trystan's Instagram Play with Simone Milasas The Profit Club membership Getting Out of Debt Joyfully Taking Action online video course All Upcoming Classes with Simone Past Class Recordings  

In "Beyond the Rate: Why Accuracy, Transparency and Context Matter", Joe Lynch and Dawn Salvucci-Favier, President, Intelligence, at Triumph, discuss how accuracy, transparency, and network connectivity are the new drivers for precision and confidence in the logistics industry. About Dawn Favier Dawn Salvucci-Favier serves as President, Intelligence, at Triumph following the acquisition of Greenscreens.ai in May 2025. She brings more than 30 years of leadership experience in transportation management and logistics technology. Prior to joining Triumph, Ms. Salvucci-Favier served as Chief Executive Officer and Chief Product Officer of Greenscreens.ai, a dynamic pricing infrastructure solution for the logistics industry. Throughout her career, she has led global product strategy and management at several major transportation management system (TMS) providers, including Manugistics, JDA Software, Shippers Commonwealth, RedPrairie (now Blue Yonder), and 3Gtms. In these roles, Ms. Salvucci-Favier developed and executed strategies that delivered industry-leading technology solutions to the logistics market. Earlier in her career, Ms. Salvucci-Favier held leadership roles in logistics operations, including Director of Logistics Services at NFI Interactive Logistics. She began her career in inbound transportation management at Staples, Inc. and The TJX Companies. About Triumph Triumph is a financial and technology company specializing in payments, factoring, intelligence, and banking. The company is pioneering innovative solutions within the transportation industry, delivering unmatched precision, secure and transparent transactions, and enhanced working capital to its customers through the Triumph brand. Driven by the Triumph Network—a platform dedicated to modernizing and simplifying freight transactions—Triumph empowers its customers to Transact Confidently. Key Takeaways: Beyond the Rate: Why Accuracy, Transparency and Context Matter In "Beyond the Rate: Why Accuracy, Transparency and Context Matter", Joe Lynch and Dawn Salvucci-Favier, President, Intelligence, at Triumph, discuss how accuracy, transparency, and network connectivity are the new drivers for precision and confidence in the logistics industry. The Convergence of Finance and Intelligence: The acquisition of dynamic pricing infrastructure expert Greenscreens.ai by the financial and technology company Triumph highlights a critical shift: the future of transportation is driven by combining secure financial transactions with AI-powered market intelligence for unmatched precision. Accuracy is the New Rate: Relying on static or historical rates is no longer sufficient. Accuracy in pricing requires a real-time, dynamic pricing infrastructure (Greenscreens.ai's specialty) to minimize risk, ensure profitability, and provide a true competitive advantage "Beyond the Rate." Transparency Builds Trust (and Capital): As emphasized by the Triumph Network, Transparency in freight transactions—through secure and precise operations—is essential. This level of clarity fosters trust among partners and directly results in enhanced working capital for customers. The Power of 30-Year Experience: Dawn Salvucci-Favier's three decades of leadership across major Transportation Management System (TMS) providers (like JDA, Blue Yonder, and 3Gtms) and logistics operations provide the unique operational perspective needed to build technology that truly solves the industry's biggest pain points. 'Contacts' is Now 'Network': The traditional value of personal Contacts is being amplified by robust digital networks. The Triumph Network exemplifies this evolution, acting as the essential platform to modernize and simplify the complex interactions and transactions between all parties in the freight ecosystem. Technology Must Deliver Financial Outcomes: Dawn's career trajectory, from logistics operations to leading product strategy, underscores that successful logistics technology must move beyond simple workflow management and deliver concrete financial benefits, such as better pricing precision and optimized working capital. The Holistic Differentiator: The ultimate competitive edge is no longer achieved by focusing on a single metric (like the lowest rate). It is the strategic and integrated combination of technological Accuracy, financial Transparency, and deep industry Contacts (human and digital) that allows companies to "Transact Confidently." Learn More About Beyond the Rate: Why Accuracy, Transparency and Context Matter Dawn Salvucci-Favier | Linkedin  Triumph | Linkedin The latest announcement of Triumph's Intelligence offering Triumph Financial to Acquire Greenscreens.ai What is Dynamic Pricing with Dawn Salvucci Favier Faster, Better Freight Quotes with Dawn Salvucci-Favier The Logistics of Logistics Podcast If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive review, subscribe, and share it with your friends and colleagues. The Logistics of Logistics Podcast: Google, Apple, Castbox, Spotify, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tunein, Podbean, Owltail, Libsyn, Overcast Check out The Logistics of Logistics on Youtube

Analysts Don Kellogg and Roger Entner discuss several Verizon-related topics, including the recent outage, new rules on device unlocking, and the Frontier acquisition, plus HHS's plan to study cellphone radiation.00:00 Episode intro 00:25 Verizon outage diagnosis 03:23 What's the proper recourse? 04:28 FCC rescinds Verizon's 60-day phone unlocking requirements 07:13 Implications for competitors 08:37 California clears Verizon's acquisition of Frontier 11:31 Convergence is back on the table 12:19 HHS to study cellphone radiation 15:37 Episode wrap-upTags: telecom, telecommunications, wireless, prepaid, postpaid, cellular phone, Don Kellogg, Roger Entner, Verizon, outage, 5G, network, FCC, spectrum, net neutrality, devices, cable, AT&T, BYOD, churn, Frontier, DSL, convergence, FWA, radiation, safety, HHS, CTIA

There's a growing understanding that space-based capabilities are critical for national defense strategies, and defense demand for commercial space systems has been a key trend in 2025 influencing both satellite communications, manufacturing, and imagery and sensing. 2025 brought the announcement of the Golden Dome planned missile defense architecture, and a steep ramp-up in space investment in nations around the globe. Nations are working to secure sovereign communications and access to space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) data. This episode of On Orbit shares a webinar Via Satellite editors hosted in December on space and defense trends for 2026. Experts from Lanteris Space Systems and BlackSky shared some of the key takeaways from this trend in 2025, how commercial companies are evolving their offerings to answer the call, and what's ahead in defense adoption of commercial satellite technologies in 2026. This episode features Krupal Patel, senior director of National Security Space Business Development for Lanteris Space Systems and Scot Currie, vice president of Geospatial Solutions for BlackSky. The webinar was sponsored by Lanteris and BlackSky.   

Is your team writing code before they've actually validated the problem? In this episode, Ashok sits down with Mohammed Ali Cherwala (MAC), co-founder of Wednesday Solutions, to dismantle the traditional "build first" mentality. Mac explains why "Product Engineering" is distinct from simple software development and how his firm uses "Sprint Zero" to validate ideas cheaply using methods like fake door tests and prototypes—ensuring you don't waste capital on features nobody wants. We also dive into a radical business model shift: moving from hourly billing to outcome-based pricing, where clients pay for moved metrics rather than hours worked. Mac shares how this aligns incentives and reduces founder burn. Plus, we explore how hiring has evolved in the age of AI, why "framework thinking" beats instinct for Product Managers, and real-world examples of using on-prem LLMs to automate compliance and QA at scale. In this episode: Sprint Zero: How to use discovery sprints to validate business gaps before building. Outcome-Based Pricing: Why charging for results is better than charging for time. Hiring with AI: A new interview simulation to spot engineers who think like product owners. Automating Quality: How defining "what good looks like" enables AI agents to take over manual QA. The "Ocean's 11" Team: A metaphor for building high-trust, specialist teams. Mentioned in this episode... Wednesday Solutions: Mac's product engineering firm. Books: The Mom Test, Continuous Discovery Habits. Tools: Gemini Bot, Code Rabbit, PostHog, Clarity, Testim, Keploy, Fathom, PRDkit.ai. Service: Urban Company (InstaHelp). Unlock the full potential of your product team with Integral's player coaches, experts in lean, human-centered design. Visit integral.io/convergence for a free Product Success Lab workshop to gain clarity and confidence in tackling any product design or engineering challenge. Subscribe to the Convergence podcast wherever you get podcasts including video episodes to get updated on the other crucial conversations that we'll post on YouTube at youtube.com/@convergencefmpodcast Learn something? Give us a 5 star review and like the podcast on YouTube. It's how we grow.   Follow the Pod Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/convergence-podcast/ X: https://twitter.com/podconvergence Instagram: @podconvergence

(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) Mindfulness in the mainstream world and what brings us to practice

Artificial intelligence isn't just chatbots. The technology is being integrated all across our economy and our lives. And that convergence of AI and robotics, biology and more is likely to be the most important tech trend in 2026, according to Futurist and CEO of the Future Today Strategy Group, Amy Webb.

Artificial intelligence isn't just chatbots. The technology is being integrated all across our economy and our lives. And that convergence of AI and robotics, biology and more is likely to be the most important tech trend in 2026, according to Futurist and CEO of the Future Today Strategy Group, Amy Webb.