Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: the most powerful people in AI and technology; the science behind our inherited health; Canada’s new AI plans; and an update from Snap on its Solar System feature. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:14] Sarah Fulford: macleans.ca [16:28] App-tastic [24:52] Robert Piasen…

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: a way to stop plastic pollution in the world's oceans; adding instant reactions to video messaging between friends; how will AI change the world of gadgets & what to expect next; plus we tell kids to think about friendships like planets. Links to this week's stories and discussion: […

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: an app that helps you search and shop by images with your camera; using human measurement technologies to help athletes are injured; how learning is changing in a world with AI; and we discuss if the future of wearable technology is filled with glassholes. Links to this week's storie…

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: a new facility coming to Nova Scotia will supercharge Canada's battery researchers; a networking platform for the future of work; new money that's helping Canada’s AI ecosystem; and a deep dive into the aftermath of Don Lemon's Elon Musk interview. Links to this week's stories and di…

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: what to do when panic attacks happen; what do water drones do; why social media is especially toxic for women and girls; and what we can do next for climate change. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:40] Matt Gutman: abcnews.com [20:21] App-tastic [27:14] Ester Strommen…

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: options for travellers who want to be eco-aware; creating a technology combining deep learning, cloud-based computing, and autonomous decision making to support a 24/7 self-operating building; how to be more resilient online; and building a physical business on the web. Links to this…

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: making data work for businesses and beyond with a data-first approach; how a chatbot is changing the hiring process; how an AI startup is helping Hollywood keep up; and we chat about the business of storytelling. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:27] Shelby Austin: art…

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: a new water source that can help alleviate pressures on this scarce commodity; a smart cat flap for your door that can stop your feline friend from bringing you ‘unwanted gifts’; how governments around the world are staying on top of AI guidelines; and how a flower delivery business …

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: putting AI guardrails in place around the world; how technology can be used to grow your business; how AI is being used to improve healthcare for women; and we talk about what a former OpenAI board member says about the delicate future of artificial intelligence. Links to this week's…

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: using human milk to develop medication that can help protect patients with immunodeficiencies; how extreme weather is affecting how we produce and deliver food; shedding light on how online defamation can affect people; and building the entrepreneurial spirit in the age of technology…

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: a headband that can stop teeth grinding; the consequences of AI during record-breaking worldwide elections; a lamp that can keep seniors safe; and what the internet thinks about Apple Vision Pro. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:01] Bas Borgdorff: https://www.jawsense…

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: creating art from other art with a new app; how to lead a happy life with Arthur C. Brooks; and we look at new tech for the new year with Marc Saltzman. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:15] Tristan Tiggeloven: popsandbox.com [17:23] Arthur Brooks: arthurbrooks.com [35…

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: new heat pump standards for improved cold-weather performance; Canadian AI regulation needs; Amber’s gift guide for a smarter home; and are we reaching the end of online search. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:25] Lorenzo Rossi: terravisenergy.com [16:13] App-tastic …

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: reducing food waste by upcycling spent beer grains; developing an alternative to meat with an animal fat-like liquid vegetable oil; innovations in underwater exploration & permanent habitats similar to the international space station; and the climate impact of today’s artificial inte…

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: the alarming increase in teen ‘sextortion’; the risk of greenwashing in reaching global climate goals; why Amazon blocking over 200 million suspected fake reviews in its store matters and what it means to the average online shopper; plus the new app from Tinder's ex-boss that's suppo…

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how one company is making surgical training equitable; how an innovative enzyme is helping the world’s crops stay healthy; predictions for the future of AI; and Amber has the hottest tech for teens for this holiday season. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [07:16] Dr. Elli…

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: replacing just 20% of single-use plastic packaging with reusable alternatives can offer an economic opportunity of at least $10 billion; how companies can protect themselves against cybersecurity threats through a unique blend of people and technology; a look at the best deals in tec…

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: what we can learn from women who run the most innovative and successful companies in the world; how to create better meat products for the planet, people, and animals; getting help as a new parent through the entire journey with Bobo; and what happens when all broadcasting is replace…

This week on The Feed, Amber and Michael share a 3-part series featuring what it's like to work in mining both underground in Sudbury, Ontario and above the surface. Plus, what the hosts think of Elon Musk’s proclamation that AI might lead to the end of work. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:35-25:04] The Sudbury Mine Life Tour from…

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: diving into the future of cities on AI; Maclean’s Magazine generates an AI cover; opportunities for the next generation of gamers; and why attention spans are getting shorter and what it really means. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [11:03] The Future of Cities on AI [20…

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how companies around the world are fighting climate issues; how we can create new climate-resistant crops; why you might want to jump on Threads; and the love/hate relationship with smart glasses. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [07:47] Laura Zizzo: https://www.manifestc…

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: we learn what it takes to be a viral nation; how today’s diverse workforces mean that employees want more choice including perks and incentives; our power friend Marc Saltzman stops by with his top smart home picks; the rise of being a digital clone as a new work opportunity. Links t…

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: an affordable robot that can scout burning buildings before sending in firefighters; creating safer spaces online; designing the future of work for young people who are underprepared; and 3 cybersecurity tips to stay safer online. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:59] …

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: Using menstrual blood as a diagnostic tool to help improve women’s health; solving the problem of growing fresh produce right at home all year long; how drone shows are taking over fireworks in cities and beyond; and why Apple is finally on board with the right-to-repair movement. Li…

Why we need AI guardrails to protect the future of business. Where you will meet AI in your next job hunt and you can avoid the discrimination. Checking out new tech for school with Marc Saltzman. Why AI could be your next boss from hell. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:43] Steven Astorino: ibm.com [19:23] App-tastic [28:09] Runnin…

Understanding the role of generative AI in the financial services industry. Tech tips and tools for a smooth September. A VR headset to help you with your reading by eliminating distractions. Plus, we dive into why Jordan Peterson has to go back to school for social media training. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:32] Caren Morrison…

Fully electric drones deliver mail in the UK. How Canadians are considering the risks and opportunities associated with AI technology. What a Taylor Swift concert tells us about the darkness of the online world. Why climate change is changing a leak detection business in a race for the future. Links to this week's stories and discussion: Duncan Wal…

How HP is prioritizing sustainable practices and purchases. Can your passwords be cracked from the sound of your keyboard? The low-down on the future of federated learning and artificial intelligence. Why the future of activism looks like cyber warfare. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:26] Mary Ann Yule: hp.com [16:51] App-tastic [2…

Build your own role-playing game using AI. The impact of a password-less future. How to make conferences great again. How a viral video can help you spot the idiot in the room. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:17] Cat Burton: versed.game [17:03] Apptastic [23:12] Jeff Shiner: 1password.com [31:40] How To Make Conferences Great Again…

Google is making money by misdirecting ads. Can ‘borderless hiring’ help your company stay competitive? New tech to keep kids occupied on road trips. How AI images are changing the face of politics. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:45] Imran Ahmed: counterhate.com [19:23] Apptastic [26:35] Christy Shumann: toptal.com [35:04] New Sum…

Brittlestar is back to chat about his new book and what it says about the online world today. Plus, we look at how to turn an ordinary wheelchair into a smart wheelchair and we break down the meaning of dark design in Socially Speaking. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:58] Aliza Rosen: getrex.app [16:33] Apptastic [25:38] Brittlesta…

Detecting heat emissions with infrared sensors and satellites to help companies achieve energy efficiencies. Plus, Marc Saltzman is back with the latest tech for Father's Day. We also talk about making patient transfer easier for everyone via a robotic patient transfer platform, and tech to help clear the air in your home. Links to this week's stor…

Is Canuckle Candian enough? Plus, how to boost company morale in the age of remote work. Also, tech that can give today’s seniors the independence they want and what does the U.S. Surgeon General says about social media and then next generation. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:56] Mark Rogers: canucklegame.ca [17:39] Apptastic [25;…

We take a deep dive into the subscription economy and your video streaming habits. Plus, the emails that managers should never send. Also, everything you need to know about AI regulation and how to lead a happier life by connecting with the science of your senses. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:32] Brendan Brady: Antenna [15:59] A…

Did you know fake soccer agents are a thing in Latin America? Camila Manera, Chief Data & Product Officer of Libro de Pases, explains how her company uses AI to help prevent scams. We also chat with CEO Alexi Traina about how HiNote can add more personality to your messaging. Calaxy is a social marketplace that helps users monetize their fan base d…

We find out about a few of the 50 new upgrades at Airbnb with Jay Carney, Global Head of Policy & Communications. Plus, we dive into what Dove is doing to help the youth mental health crisis with the Self-Esteem Project. Also, Einride founder and CEO Robert Falck joins us to talk autonomous shipping technology. In Socially Speaking, we discuss what…

Sensible Weather’s CEO Nick Cavanaugh shares how they use climate tech to provide inclement weather travel insurance. CarbonRX CEO Marty Seymour talks about how carbon capture and agriculture are helping to fight the climate crisis. Think group chats get too messy? Wavelength CEO Richard Henry explains how their AI makes it easy to have multiple si…

Looking for intelligent conversations online? Listen to our discussion with Post’s Founder & CEO, Noam Bardin. We celebrate Earth Day with Crystal Howe, Ice River Sustainable Solutions’ Director of Sustainability, talking about this family-owned business’ recycling facility. Plus, Nico Grant, tech reporter from The New York Times, tells us about Ma…

We talk to Peace By Chocolate founder Tareq Hadhad about their move from Syria to Nova Scotia, and getting some love from President Biden. The Washington Post's Tatum Hunter discusses tech’s role in the loneliness epidemic. Plus, is it possible to teach happiness? We chat with Dacher Keltner, a UC Berkeley prof & author of Awe: The New Science of E…

Raphael Crawford-Marks, CEO of Bonusly, talks about how they are helping HR departments make more informed decisions in allowing employees to recognize their peers' work. Bruce Hodges, co-founder and CEO of Parachute, shares how they help people consolidate their debt and give them tools to get them on a path towards financial wellbeing. Casey Dona…

To meet the demand of electric vehicles it will take billions of tons of cobalt, lithium, copper, and other materials. Gerard Barron, CEO of Metals Company, joins us to talk about how they are looking to the ocean’s floor to find those essential metals. With Pi Day coming up soon, we talk to Caroline Drucker, VP of Marketing at Photomath, about thi…

It can take 500-800 years for a regular sanitary pad to degrade! We talk to to Rashmi Prakash, Co-founder of Aruna Revolution Health, about their compostable menstrual pad. We also have Rachel Bartholomew, Founder and CEO of Hyivy, sharing how their smart pelvic rehab system can help the one-in-three women who suffer from pelvic health issues. Did …

We talk to the co-founder and CEO of BloomX, Thai Sade, about their AI and EV-powered pollination process and its critical role in crop production. Plus, we dive into design with the tool that allows people to build their perfect home. Alec Hartman, co-founder and CEO of Welcome Homes, joins us to share how they facilitate the design process. Also,…

We explore the results of a happiness study, which was conducted over almost 100 years. Plus, we chat about the rise of independent media with the voice behind Crier Media, Dean Blundell. Also, with news about layoffs in the tech space appearing with increasing frequency, we discuss the best way for tech leaders to calculate their budgets for the b…

Netflix Says No To Password Sharing & Building Strong Communities Serkan Toso, Co-founder of byFood, is on a mission to introduce tourists to Japanese traditions through curated food experiences. Dan Flatt, Co-founder and Chief Neighbour of Naborino, joins us to talk about the benefits of community building, including how to save money as a collect…

We reveal the top 20 jobs on the rise in Canada. Plus, if you love nature and animal watching, you will love Bird Buddy: the new AI-powered smart hummingbird feeder. Co-founder Kyle Buzzard joins us with the details. Also, Grazzy’s founder and CEO, Russell Lemmer, introduces the instant pay platform for easy tipping. In Socially Speaking, we talk a…

Edward Tian, Princeton University senior, explains GPTZero, which addresses plagiarism concerns by detecting if text is written by ChatGPT. Plus, Co-founder of Notpla, Pierre Paslier, shares their mission to replace single-use plastic with single-use seaweed. Also, Jocelyn Formsma, Executive Director of the National Association of Friendship Centre…

The 2023 CES saw the Automotive Parts Manufacturer’s Association unveil a working prototype of Project Arrow ⁠— Canada’s first zero-emission connected vehicle. We have the President, Flavio Volpe, join us to share more on the project. Plus, we have a look at another innovation from CES: a self-driving stroller. Canadian startup, Gluxkind’s Co-Found…

Our tech expert, Marc Saltzman, joins us with a look at technology that might help at the end of a difficult year. Plus, Rex Wong of 1of1 Custom on the stylish Signature Smart Audio Glasses made in collaboration with Paula Abdul. Also, Amber and Michael take a look at some of the trends that are set to dominate in the new year. In Socially Speaking…

Looking for that perfect gift for a kid on your list? Amber gives us four affordable and adorable ideas. Plus, we have Jae Lee, CEO of Twelve Labs, to talk about their AI-powered searchable video database. Also, Google has opened a new Accessibility Discovery Centre in London focused on accessible technologies and removing everyday barriers. Christ…