Podcast appearances and mentions of Thomas Frey

Welcome back to Pause Stop Reset, the podcast where we explore the moments in life that lead to breakthroughs, growth, and transformation. Today, we're joined by my friend Futurist Thomas Frey. We met live a few years ago, when he was doing a talk about the potential of future technologies and innovations.  Google top-rated futurist speaker and IBM's most award-winning engineer. He's the creator of Future Like A Boss and a leading voice on what's next for business, technology, and society. His talks have inspired audiences at NASA, TED, the Federal Reserve, Disney, and beyond. He's super smart, super humble and I can't wait to go deep on this episode and hear what you think. -- The host and creator of this podcast is Simon Hedley. Building on his strong background in banking, business & strategy he's passionate about learning, sharing, and making the difference to people and projects. As “The Strategic Alchemist™” he's been the secret weapon of many well-known leaders, founders and thought leaders for over two decades. If you want to grow and scale your business connect with Simon and especially www.TheFiveConnections.com You can learn more about Simon at www.SimonHedley.com ,  connect and follow him on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/mrsimonhedley , or www.Instagram.com/thesimonhedley, and you can book a consulting call with him at book.simonhedley.com Remember at www.PauseStopReset.com you can find out more about Pause Stop Reset, how to access The Podcast Portal and get more resources to help you on your journey including the Journal and Book. Simon is the author of www.TheFiveConnections.com and www.ChaosToClarity.com  Pause Stop Reset is published by www.TheSimpleIdea.com and for any queries, questions, opportunities or suggestions get in with the team via help@thesimpleidea.com. If you'd like to explore Simon helping you grow and scale your business explore www.StrategicAlchemyGroup.com

WE'VE LOST OUR POPULAR CULTURE Let's not forget that the phrase "pop culture" means popular culture and it used to refer to those things that we ALL watched or knew about like the finale of MASH or the season premiere of Dallas where they revealed Who Shot JR??? Our favorite futurist Thomas Frey is on to talk about how highly personal algorithms have siloed us into so many different spaces that we don't have those cultural touchstones anymore like we used to. We will also talk about how AI is the future of teaching and learning, though I've got a column later in the blog about one teacher leaving the profession because of the reliance of kids on tech now. Find out more about Thomas or invite him to speak here.

Today we talk about our lost pop culture with our futurist Thomas Frey, along with the use of AI for education.  Mandy goes on a tear about Jake Tapper trying to profit off his own failures, we discuss motorcycle fatalities in Colorado with DJ Summers from the Common Sense Institute and crime being down in Denver and Aurora, plus Boulder suing Exxon Mobil and Suncor. 

THOMAS FREY POPS IN AT 1 To talk about all things future. Find Thomas and his blog by clicking here. We may be talking about revolutionizing higher ed like this column lays out. Or maybe not.

WHEN CAN A ROBOT CHANGE A DIAPER? Because that will mean it can pass the Turing test so important to their integration into our households. What is the Turing Test? Our Futurist Thomas Frey joins me to discuss it and why changing a diaper is the gold standard of robot behavior that has to be met. We're also talking about his latest blog posting about skipping college, which you can read here. Find Thomas to speak to your organization by clicking here.

Today, Paul has an enlightening conversation on the future of technology and innovation with futurist Thomas Frey to explore how emerging technologies, robotics, and biotechnologies are poised to reshape our lives. Diving into the potential evolution of entertainment, healthcare, quantum computing, and the role of personal bots, they offer a glimpse of a future where technology redefines human potential. Thomas Frey is a prominent futurist and the founder of the Da Vinci Institute. Renowned for his engaging keynotes and thought-provoking predictions, Thomas travels globally to discuss how burgeoning technologies will shape the future. With extensive expertise in foresight and innovation, he is often sought after for his ability to expand people's understanding of upcoming trends and developments. Thomas has also authored several publications, including "Future Like a Boss," and actively contributes to his blog at futuristspeaker.com. "Technology will redefine human potential, enabling people to become exponentially more adaptable." ~Thomas Frey Today on Innovation Talks: ·     The inevitability and rapid pace of technology.·     There is a need for exponentially better talent in the tech industry.·     The potential of robotic performances and races blends with human entertainment.·     The shift from pharmaceutical solutions to biotechnological systems.·     The world's largest quantum computer and its future applications.·     Predictions, including smart glasses and personal bots.·     Insights into demographic changes and their implications on technology and jobs.·     Philosophical thoughts on societal balance and the necessity of struggle. Resources Mentioned: "Future Like a Boss": Thomas Frey's book is available as a course on thinking like a futurist. Quantum computing developments by Quantinium.https://www.quantinuum.com/ Thomas Frey's columns and blogs at Future Speaker.https://futuristspeaker.com/12 Famous Quotes that Will Change Your Lifehttps://futuristspeaker.com/futurist-thomas-frey-insights/12-famous-quotes-that-will-change-your-life/  Connect with Thomas Frey: Website: https://futuristspeaker.com/  Thomas Frey Futurist of the Year 2024https://foty2024.sgmk.edu.pl/en/thomas-frey-en/   Ready to Transform Your Innovation Strategy?If you're a product manager or innovator looking to streamline your processes and turn chaos into control, you won't want to miss this opportunity.Dive into our exclusive, free eBook on Innovation Ops strategies designed just for you.Learn the secrets to revolutionizing your approach and achieving success with clarity and precision.Download your copy today.Visit https://info.sopheon.com/innovationops-ebookStart your journey to becoming an innovation powerhouse now! This Podcast is brought to you by SopheonThanks for tuning into this week's episode of Innovation Talks. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Apple Podcasts | TuneIn | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Be sure to connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, and share your favorite episodes on social media to help us reach more listeners like you. For additional information about new product development or corporate innovation, sign up for Sopheon's monthly newsletter, where we share news and industry best practices! The fastest way to do this is to go to sopheon.com and click here.

What if robots could fundamentally change our daily lives by 2040? Join us as we explore this and more with futurist Thomas Frey on this riveting episode of Life Challenges. Join us as we speculate on the astonishing advancements expected in the coming decades and how rapid technological innovations like AI, driverless cars, and designer babies are reshaping our world.We then shift our focus to a critical demographic issue: the declining birth rates in South Korea and other developed nations. Despite substantial financial incentives, these countries struggle to boost their birth rates, and cultural factors play a significant role. We discuss the broader global trend of aging populations and analyze potential solutions that involve not just policy changes but also cultural shifts and the integration of advanced technology like AI and robotics.Looking ahead, we delve into the fascinating future of humanoid robots and their potential societal impacts. Imagine a world where robots handle household chores, provide emotional support, and even become part of our families. Thomas Frey provides thought-provoking insights on the ethical and social implications of such a future, including job displacement and the necessity of human oversight. As we wrap up, we underscore the importance of adapting to these changes to stay relevant in an increasingly automated world. Tune in for a comprehensive look at how these futuristic trends could shape our decisions today and tomorrow.SHOW NOTES:Thomas Frey's website: https://futuristspeaker.com/Support the show

OUR FUTURIST THOMAS FREY IS TALKING ABOUT THE FUTURE OF COMPANIONSHIP And he uses the example of a Buddy Bot and an old cranky guy to get us started down the path to robot companionship. He joins me at 1 to discuss. Find Thomas to speak at your function by clicking here.

Viele Touristinnen und Touristen besuchen jedes Jahr das Berner Oberland. Sie bringen nicht nur ihre Koffer mit in die Ferien, sondern auch ihre Sorgen. Thomas Frey ist Seelsorger der römisch-katholischen Kirchgemeinde Interlaken. Im Interview erzählt er von seinen Erfahrungen. Weiter in der Sendung: * Lötschberg-Tunnel: Bei der Sanierung gibt es Risse im Beton. * TeleBärn behält TV-Konzession: Eine Beschwerde von BärnTV wurde abgewiesen.

THOMAS FREY IS ON TO TALK AI ETHICS As the production of Artificial Intelligence is whizzing along it's time to come up with an ethical framework to use going forward and our man Thomas has one right here. He joins me at 1 to discuss. Find him to speak at your event by clicking here.

WHAT SHOULD THE FUTURE OF LAWS LOOK LIKE? Our futurist Thomas Frey thinks about a lot of stuff and now he's thought about what the future of laws should look like. He's outlined it in this column called Four Laws for Managing Laws and I think he's on to something here. He joins me at 1 to discuss. Find Thomas to speak to your organization by clicking here!

COULD WE SOON BE A SUPER DEMOCRACY? Our Futurist Thomas Frey has written an interesting paper about what the future of governance might look like if we lean into technology and an super informed citizenry. He has more faith in humans than I do here, and I'm going to poke some holes in his plan by pointing out the failures of human nature in this system. Read the paper here and Thomas joins me at 1. Find Thomas to speak at your event or work on your industry by clicking here.

WHAT WILL MAIN STREET LOOK LIKE IN THE FUTURE? Our Futurist Thomas Frey joins me at 1 to talk about how to bring back Main Street and what that will look like in a digital age. Find out more about Thomas or book him to speak to your group by clicking here.

This week hosts Brett King and Katie “Miss Metaverse” Schultz join a returning guest Thomas Frey to talk about the state of the future. In our last session Thomas gave an excellent demonstration of futurist thinking in real time. But in this week's show we get Thomas talks about how AI, climate and conflict are already impacting us.  He also opines on the likelihood that if you are not working with AI you'll likely be replaced by someone who is. Once again he shows us why he's Google's highest rated futurist speaker. 

Thomas Frey is who you will undoubtedly find when you do a Google search on “futurist speaker”. Having shared the stage with many A-listers, Frey has earned that moniker. But his true skill demonstrated repeatedly in this week's episode is taking an event or innovation and the extrapolating the future. In this episode we see him do that in real time. It's a unique glimpse into the futurist process. Future ImperfectThis week hosts Brett King and Katie “Miss Metaverse” Schultz join a returning guest Thomas Frey to talk about the state of the future. In our last session Thomas gave an excellent demonstration of futurist thinking in real time. But in this week's show we get Thomas talks about how AI, climate and conflict are already impacting us.  He also opines on the likelihood that if you are not working with AI you'll likely be replaced by someone who is. Once again he shows us why he's Google's highest rated futurist speaker.Brett KingBestselling Author, Founder, Radio Hostwww.thefuturists.comwww.brettking.com

OUR FUTURIST THOMAS FREY IS ON TODAY And we're talking about where AI is going to get data from and how giving it more data points will make it able to accomplish so much more. He's written a column about it here!

THE FUTURE OF HOMES WITH OUR FUTURIST THOMAS FREY He's got some ideas on what our homes will look like in the future and as an addendum, I found this video on robots that can do things like cook and whatnot. He joins me at 1.

We are currently gathering questions and comments from our listeners about the podcast.  If you have any questions or feedback please let us know at podcast@christianliferesources.com  Today we are revisiting an interview we had at the 2021 Christian Life Resource's National Convention.  We spoke with futurist and author Thomas Frey about the future.  We also spoke with Bob and Jeff about what this means for Christians and why it might be good occasionally to think about the future.  Support the show

LET'S SHOP FOR ROBOTS WITH THOMAS FREY In a very short time in the future you may need to shop for a robot. How will you choose the right one? He wrote an essay about it that I made a guest blog so I could share it and you can see it by clicking here. This entire idea fascinates me but I can already tell it may be like shopping for a car for me and I won't enjoy it. Have Thomas come speak to your group or find his podcast here!

OUR FUTURIST THOMAS FREY IS ON TO TALK SWARMBOTS The very word "swarmbots" is rather intimidating but Thomas says they can be transformative in our daily lives. We're talking about how swarms of tiny robots can both be used as weapons and tiny helpers that can do everyday tasks for us. He's also going to tell me that we don't need to worry about AI killing us all. That's going to take some convincing.

OUR FUTURIST THOMAS FREY IS BACK And we're talking about the future of banking in light of the instability of some of our current banks. Read his column about that here. I also want to talk about his latest column where he presents eight scenarios where AI will work with us in the future. To be clear, in none of them do they rise up and kill us. Read that one here.

THOMAS FREY IS BACK FOR A RETURN VISIT And I have no clue what he wants to talk about but it's going to be about the FUTURE. Find Thomas to speak at your event or company by clicking here.

OUR FUTURIST THOMAS FREY IS ON AT 1 And we are going to be talking about this article about the future of work (spoiler alert: it's changed forever by covid) and this one about the Darien Gap that is preventing the highway from being built that would connect North and South America via road.

Tonight Thomas and Trent are bringing you a solo episode. In recent weeks, the internet has exploded with talk of the incredible tools released by OpenAI. With its remarkable ability to generate and explain code, write in multiple languages, create long, coherent essays, and even generate poetry, nursery rhymes, and fiction, ChatGPT in particular has drawn rapt attention. Tonight, they're going to spend some time playing around with this language model and discussing its broader implications for work, society, and the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

University degrees have become one of the only pathways to a higher-earning career in Australia and around the world, but are they the most practical way to prepare people for the workforce? Dr Keith Suter imagines the future of higher education while discussing an article by Thomas Frey, "Inventing the College Equivalency Scale".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On March 7, 2022, The front page of the New York Times ran a graphic photograph that summed up the tragic cost of Russia's war on innocent Ukrainian civilians. It was a photograph of a mother, her two children, and a church volunteer crumpled to the ground. They were the victims of a Russian mortar attack on civilians as they attempted to flee over the Irpin River to Kyiv. The photo, which was was taken by the Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Lynsey Addario, sent shock-waves throughout the world. Capturing that image also put Lynsey Addario in grave danger, something that she has confronted many times over during her more than two-decade career as one of the most accomplished war-photographers in the world. Addario has had boots on the ground in Ukraine since the begining of the Russian invasion. And, as we near the one year anniversary of the war, she describes the toll of the conflict on Ukrainian civilians and reflects on the personal cost of covering conflict. Ukraine is just one of the war zones that Addario has traveled in and out of, on assignment for The New York Times, National Geographic, and other publications for more than two decades. In 2015, American Photo Magazine named Addario as one of the five most influential photographers of the past 25 years, saying she changed the way we saw the world's conflicts. I spoke with Addario when she made a brief stop in Washington DC on November 3rd to receive the prestigious Courage in Journalism Award from the International Women's Media Foundation. This is my third conversation with the fearless Addario. To hear her personal story of how she became a photojournalist, how she covers major conflicts, how she survived a violent kidnapping in Libya, and why she does the work she does, do check out my previous interview with Addario on my leadership podcast, When It Mattered, Episode 35. It's an incredible story. And do listen to Addario's previous appearance on Techtopia, Episode 18, as she reflects on the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks and the aftermath of the chaotic pullout of U.S. troops from Afghanistan. Check out this

Ep. 71 —  A failed apprentice farmer turns into a renowned futurist / Thomas Frey, Founder and Executive Director, DaVinci Institute & Co-host, Futurati Podcast  Born on a grain farm in South Dakota, Thomas Frey was an unlikely candidate to become a world-renowned futurist and public speaker. But then one day, when he was four years old, Frey's parents received a big mysterious box that would change his life forever. His mom put him on a tractor at age 11 to distract him from the television but Frey would prove to be, in his own words, a “terrible farmer”—because his mind was always elsewhere. In fact, it was in the future. And that's where it has stayed ever since. I was delighted to have a deep conversation with Thomas Frey on the future of the world. He's currently the founder and Executive Director of the DaVinci Institute & Co-host of the Futurati Podcast, with Trent Fowler.  Over the past decade, Frey has built an enormous following around the world based on his ability to develop accurate visions of the future and describe the opportunities ahead. Before launching the DaVinci Institute, Frey spent 15 years at IBM as an engineer and designer where he received over 270 awards, more than any other IBM engineer. And if that isn't proof that he's no slacker, Frey also is a past member of the Triple Nine Society (the High I.Q. society for those over the 99.9th percentile). If you liked this episode, check out these other episodes:

Thomas Frey is who you will undoubtedly find when you do a Google search on “futurist speaker”. Having shared the stage with many A-listers, Frey has earned that moniker. But his true skill demonstrated repeatedly in this week's episode is taking an event or innovation and the extrapolating the future. In this episode we see him do that in real time. It's a unique glimpse into the futurist process. https://futuristspeaker.com Why a futurist? As a futurist, my goal is to expand our understanding of the future. Every day, thousands of emerging technologies spring to life, thousands of researchers make new discoveries, and thousands of new trends start to reveal themselves. As we move down the path of advancing technology, our relationship with the future has never been clearer; making this both the most exciting and scariest time to be alive, in all human history. There is a constant battle being waged over the needs of the present vs. the needs of the future. Naturally the future cannot be our only priority; otherwise, we lose our ability to function in the present. Near-term issues invariably take precedent over long-term potential; yet, our ability to prioritize importance is directly tied to our vision of the future. Still, it is our vision of the future that determines our actions today. I use this phrase a lot: “The future creates the present!” Yes, this is just the opposite of what most people think. They believe the work we're doing today will automatically create the future, but from a little different perspective, it is the images of the future that we hold in our head that determines the decisions we'll make today. Welcome to the Futurists where your hosts Brett King and Robert Tercek interview the worlds foremost super-forecasters, thought leaders, technologists, entrepreneurs and futurists building the world of tomorrow. Together we will explore how our world will radically change as AI, bioscience, energy, food and agriculture, computing, the metaverse, the space industry, crypto, resource management, supply chain and climate will reshape our world over the next 100 years. Join us on The Futurists and we will see you in the future!

Thomas Frey is who you will undoubtedly find when you do a Google search on “futurist speaker”. Having shared the stage with many A-listers, Frey has earned that moniker. But his true skill demonstrated repeatedly in this week's episode is taking an event or innovation and the extrapolating the future. In this episode we see him do that in real time. It's a unique glimpse into the futurist process.

Ep. No. 70 — He built a career path at the age of eight to become a U.S. Air Force combat pilot and safe-keeper of U.S. nuclear weapons / Maj Gen Robert Wheeler, USAF (ret), CEO, Strategic Consulting Unlimited.  When Robert Wheeler was just 8 years old, his mother took him to the Chicago Air Show. It changed his life. From that moment on, Wheeler became obsessed with an unwavering goal: To become a U.S. fighter pilot.  Wheeler more than fulfilled his dream. During his 32-year career in the U.S. Air Force, he served as a combat pilot in the B-52 and B-2, earning more than 5,000 flight hours and seven operational commands, including Wing Commands in the two largest bomber wings in the Air Force.  Wheeler also served as the Deputy Director for Nuclear Operations, U.S. Strategic Command, Offutt Air Force Base, Neb. As such, he served as the principal adviser to the commander on issues pertaining to strategic deterrence and nuclear operations. He served as the command's principal flag officer responsible for management and oversight of the nuclear enterprise. He retired in March 2016. Major General Wheeler's decorated career in the military culminated in his role as DOD Deputy Chief Information Officer for Information Infrastructure and Command, Control, Communications/Computers (C4), at the Office of the Secretary of Defense at the Pentagon.  In these critical roles, Wheeler obtained a wealth of knowledge about the ways of Vladimir Putin and has some key insights into the trajectory of the Russian President's invasion of Ukraine and Ukraine's surge of wins in the ground game in recent weeks. And he offers sobering insights into Putin's threats to use nuclear weapons against Ukraine if pushed too far against the wall.  Thanks for Listening.

Russia's war on Ukraine has turned a lot of assumptions about the fundamental nature and trajectory of how wars are fought, on its head. For one thing, Ukraine's strong defense has upended conventional wisdom about big powers being able to violate at will the sovereignty of little powers. Technology, in particular, drones, has also leveled the playing field in unique ways. The emergence of cryptocurrency, both as a means to fund the war and the relief efforts, raises all kinds of interesting questions about the ability to enforce sanctions and bypass the traditional financing of wars with alternate means. I had a great discussion about these and other topics with Thomas Frey, and Trent Fowler, who have been giving a lot of thought to the future of war. Frey is the founder and Executive Director of the DaVinci Institute and co-host of the Futurati Podcast. Over the past decade, he has built an enormous following around the world based on his ability to develop accurate visions of the future and describe the opportunities ahead. Trent Fowler is a machine learning engineer, keynote speaker, and co-host of the Futurati Podcast. Please like, rate, review, and subscribe to my new YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/c/ChitraRagavan If you liked this episode, please check out these other episodes!

Previously, in this series we have examined how “Big Tech”, in allegiance with governments all over the world are using A-I algorithms to mine your personal data and create your “digital twin.” They use your data to predict your buying habits and to rate your political and social interests and behavior, and in some instances to reward, punish or censor you as a result.  The emergent use of digital currency will enable Big Tech and governments a transformative surveillance mechanism that if left unchecked will rob us all of any rights to privacy. China has already started this process and Western nations are not far behind. In this conclusion to our series, we will examine the role increasing role that A-I will take in our future at work, home and in society.  We will examine whether it will liberate or dominate us, and look at some upcoming uses of A-I that are on the horizon. They present both exciting opportunities and serious ethical challenges that must be considered and resolved.  Join Spencer as he interviews futurist Thomas Frey to discuss: Will AI ever develop the tools to operate independently of humans? Will trips to the geneticist be part of the birthing process? Will developing “super babies” and super humans” become the norm?Is this just another ‘back door” entry for the eugenics movement?  Do we have the ethics and maturity necessary to genetically engineer our future? The value of a human being:  It was  $200K. In the future it may be as much as Two Billion Dollars.  What skills will you need? The workplace in the future: Collaborative work and freelancers. Forget the apple, bring your computer to school:  A-1 Teachers for your kids. Disclaimer: None of the legal, or financial opinions or information expressed in this podcast may be relied on as legal, or investment advice by Scheer Law Group, LLP. Laws and economic issues  affecting the subjects of this podcast change daily. This mandates specific review of legal or economic issues of interest or concern to you with legal counsel or financial advisors who are experienced in the areas of law or finance discussed in this podcast.   For more on Scheer Law Group, LLP, go to www.scheerlawgroup.com

New Laws and Regulations resulting from the use of Digital Currency and AI technologies  will transform our lives in ways we never considered.  In this 3 part series we take a look at the social, economic and legal repercussions of these transformative technologies. We interview Pippa Malmgren (noted economist, author and Presidential advisor),  and Thomas Frey, engineer, entrepreneur and futurist, to get an inside look at the issues we will face  next few  months and years, and how they will impact, lenders, investors and most everyone on the planet.   Consider the following: * Human knowledge now doubles every 12 hours! * Digital Currency will likely replace paper money in the next 1-3 years. There will be increased efficiency, but the price to be paid will likely be many of your rights to privacy. * Bitcoin is likely not the answer. * AI now allows predictive analysis of what you will do by government and big tech. Your cell phone and keyboard are “Trojan horses” to create your “digital twin.” * The law may or may not protect you from surveillance and loss of privacy. New laws coming into effect in China in 11.21, set the stage for what is coming. * Big Brother or Star Trek?  The choice is not binary. It could be both.   Don't Miss our Where is the Love segment, as we get out on the streets to find out if those in   California would support paying a monthly fee (like your cell phone bill), if it would stop “big tech” and Google in particular from using and misusing your personal information.   Then join me for an excerpt of a fascinating  interview with Philippa  Malmgren. The full interview will be released next week, but I could not help but giving a sneak peek.  It is that good. I can promise, whether you  agree with Pippa or not, you will be challenged to consider what she is saying and  to prepare now.     Then tune in to our Legal Segment as we bring you up to speed on the latest news affecting Lenders, Landlords and Investors, with a special review of new laws and regulations impacting privacy rights.   Please join SLG in supporting Food for the Poor, helping victims of disaster  all over the world and most recently, those impacted by  the earthquake  in Haiti. www.foodforthepoor.org/helphaitinow   Disclaimer:  None of the legal, or financial opinions or information  expressed in this podcast may be relied on as legal, or investment advice by Scheer Law Group, LLP.  Laws and economic issues  affecting the subjects of this podcast change daily. This mandates  specific review of legal or economic issues of interest or concern to you with legal counsel or financial advisors who are experienced in the areas of law or finance discussed in this podcast.   For more on Scheer Law Group, LLP, go to www.scheerlawgroup.com