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#toptechvoices is back with the 6th and final episode of season 2!

In this episode, Georgia Lewis Anderson chats with Carlo Ratti to talk about smart cities and urban technology.

Ranked as one of the top ten most-cited scholars in urban planning, Carlo Ratti focuses on intelligent systems and the convergence between the natural and artificial worlds.

Recently nominated curator of the 19th International Architecture Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia, he aims to foster a public conversation on our urban habitat, starting from his work at the intersection between academic research, innovative design, and start-up entrepreneurship: https://bit.ly/490joGA

00:00 Intro
02:00 Technology and Nature in Architecture
05:00 Population Change and City Design
07:30 How Cities Must Adapt to Climate Change
10:20 Data, Ethics, and Urban Intelligence
13:00 Privacy, Transparency, and Trust
17:45 AI Reveals Changing Human Behaviour
21:30 Technology vs Community in Cities
26:10 How Open Data Empowers Citizens
29:40 Open Source Architecture Explained
33:00 Cultural Risk and Innovation
37:00 What Businesses Can Learn from Cities
40:40 Using Data for Urban Management
43:00 What’s Next for Smart Cities
46:10 The Future of AI in Physical Spaces

Join us for for Episode 5 of #toptechvoices as Georgia Lewis Anderson chats to Dr Anne-Laure Le Cunff about Work-Tech Life Balance!

Touching on topics including Metacognition at Work, Beating Tech Overwhelm and Redefining Success in Uncertainly, this episode dives into what happens when we stop trying to control everything, how changes compound over time and how we can use emotional and external data to think better!

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Dr Anne-Laure Le Cunff is the founder of Ness Labs and a UKRI-funded neuroscientist at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience, where she studies the neuroscience of curiosity and its applications to ADHD, AI, mental health, and lifelong learning. Her research focuses on applying neuroscience insights to support people across neurotypes throughout their education, career, and personal development. She is also the author of Tiny Experiments (Penguin Random House / Profile Books) and previously worked as an executive on Google’s digital health team. She holds a PhD in Psychology & Neuroscience and an MSc in Applied Neuroscience, both from King’s College, London.

[00:00] Intro: Technology That Serves People
[02:00] Why Uncertainty Triggers Control
[05:00] Curiosity as a Safer Response to Change
[08:45] Why Big Changes Fail
[11:00] Experiments vs Goal‑Setting
[15:20] Discipline, Willpower, and Sustainability
[18:05] What Is Metacognition
[21:00] Internal vs External Data
[24:00] Designing Better Thinking Systems
[27:00] Time vs Energy‑Based Productivity
[32:50] Tech Overwhelm Explained
[36:00] Using AI as a Thinking Partner
[40:25] Why Humans Resist Change
[44:50] Designing Inclusive Technology
[47:30] Tiny Experiments for Everyday Life
[48:10] Closing Reflections

Join Georgia Lewis Anderson and Dr Julia Jones in Episode 4 of #toptechvoices as they sit down and dive in to Biohacking & Human Enhancement.

Covering topics such as music and the brain, Health Span vs Lifespan and Habit Design, we delve deep into how technology and the human brain work with, and sometimes against, each other.

Dr Julia Jones is neuroscientist, former Olympic psychologist, author and entrepreneur. Founder of health-tech start up Holidity, a platform that enables coaches to provide daily support to their clients via WhatsApp, Dr Julia Jones helps people tackle the retention problem and help their brains wire lasting health habits that stick.

Watch Top Tech Voices Seasons 1 & 2 here: https://bit.ly/4cb5lyD

00:00 – Intro
00:48 – Guest Intro
01:25 – Band Story
03:40 – Music & Brain
05:55 – Sound as Safety System
07:45 – Music & Dementia
09:40 – Navy Seals Origin
10:13 – Healthspan vs Lifespan
12:30 – Joy Span
15:05 – Natural vs Extreme
17:00 – Food Rule
18:12 – 48 Friction Points
20:30 – Active Travel
22:40 – Surviving Modern Life
24:50 – Fasting
26:05 – Gym Limitations
29:10 – 50-Year Paradox
31:55 – Neuroplasticity LTP
34:45 – Why People Quit
37:03 – Coaching Design
42:03 – Wearables
45:10 – Apps vs Routine
47:40 – App Fatigue
49:55 – Human Support
53:04 – Biohacking Culture
56:05 – Personalisation
58:20 – One Habit
01:02:03 – Future Tech
01:06:12 – Closing

What actually makes humans conscious — and are we really as unique as we think?

In Episode 3 of our second season of #toptechvoices, Professor Anil Seth breaks down the link between humanity, nature, individuality and perception.

A leading neuroscientist and Professor of Cognitive and Computational Neuroscience at the University of Sussex, Anil Seth is internationally recognised for his groundbreaking research into consciousness and how the brain constructs our subjective experience. His #tedtalk, “Your brain hallucinates your conscious reality,” has reached millions, sparking global fascination with the science of perception.

As the bestselling author of "Being You: A New Science of Consciousness" and one of today’s most influential communicators in modern neuroscience, Anil brings clarity, curiosity, and depth to one of humanity’s biggest questions: what does it mean to be conscious?

00:00:00 Intro
00:00:47 Why Consciousness Matters
00:03:30 Are Humans Really Unique?
00:06:10 Perception vs Reality
00:09:00 Do We See the Same World?
00:12:10 The Ego Problem
00:14:05 What Is Controlled Hallucination?
00:17:10 How the Brain Predicts Reality
00:20:20 Attention, Meditation & Perception
00:23:40 Why We Experience Differently
00:28:00 The Free Will Debate
00:31:10 Determinism vs Responsibility
00:34:40 Does Choice Really Exist?
00:38:10 Measuring Agency
00:40:10 What Are Brain‑Computer Interfaces?
00:43:50 BCI Breakthroughs & Speech Decoding
00:47:20 The Privacy Risk of Thought Data
00:50:10 The Danger of Mental Monocultures
00:53:30 AI, Consciousness & The Future
00:58:00 AI Saturation & Design Choices
01:01:00 Build Tools that Complement Humans
01:03:00 Analogue Computing & the Brain

In Episode 2 of our second season of #toptechvoices, Irish inventor Fionn Ferreira joins our host, Georgia Lewis Anderson to discuss Innovations for a Greener Planet!

Listed on the Forbes 30 Under 30, Fionn created a magnet based method for extracting microplastics from water, positioning himself as a leading inventor in environmental science and winning the Global Grand Prize at the Google Science Fair in 2019 at just 18 years old!

Fionn also hosts "What's Next", a television series that focuses on young inventors, helping to inspire and guide the next generation of inventors.

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00:00 — Intro: Why Tech Should Serve People
00:47 — Guest Intro: The Teen Who Built a LEGO Microplastics Detector
01:23 — Why Polymaths Win: Energy from Many Projects
02:57 — How to Solve Environmental Problems: Find Your Superpower
03:53 — Origin Story: Growing Up by the Sea and Noticing Plastic
05:13 — The Truth About Microplastics: Invisible, Everywhere, In Your Body
06:23 — Can Microplastics Be Avoided? Start at the Source
07:14 — Why Inventing Matters More Than the Goal
08:24 — How to Measure Microplastics: Spectroscopy Explained
09:23 — Why the Data Was Hard to Believe
10:56 — Why Marketing Matters for Science: Stories That Get Told
11:44 — How to Be Heard Without Being Preachy
12:47 — Newsletter Strategy: Build a Community Beyond Algorithms
14:36 — How to Remove Microplastics: Why Filters Fail
15:19 — The Breakthrough: Oil, Polarity, and Ferrofluid + Magnets
16:46 — From Idea to Organisation: Science Fairs, Conferences, Funding
18:42 — Scaling Beyond the Lab: Bottlenecks, Teams, and Superpowers
22:04 — Who Helped Make It Possible: Collaboration and Community
23:24 — The Truth About “The Solution”: Stop Producing Microplastics
24:07 — What It Takes to Scale: Funding, Pilots, Partnerships
25:18 — How to Stay Upbeat: Climate Anxiety vs Action
26:39 — Why Sustainability Must Be Economically Viable
27:34 — Gamifying Sustainability: Behaviour Change That Sticks
28:42 — Childlike Mindset: Why Play Drives Innovation
30:15 — Systems for Play: Explore Tools Without Overthinking Outcomes
31:15 — Current Work: Magnet Tech, NMR/MRI, and Measurement
33:15 — Material Innovation: Organic Battery Electrolytes
35:19 — AI in Science: Literature, Translation, and Pattern Finding
38:18 — AI for Engineers: Finding Components Beyond Datasheets
39:00 — Practical Build: LED Pixel Display + Calendar-Driven AI
40:06 — Inventor Toolkit: Go Outside, Find a Niche, Use Your Strengths
43:09 — Future of Water Treatment: Regulation and Measurement First
45:13 — Invention as Culture: Mindset Over Deep Tech
45:40 — Closing: Inspiring the Next Inventor

In our first episode of Season 2, Georgia Lewis Anderson is joined by best-selling Author and Neuroscientist, Dr. Jack Lewis.

Dr Jack Lewis is a brain scientist, television presenter, speaker, trainer, writer and consultant in neuroforming. He has a doctorate in neuroscience and published academic research in Journals and carried out much research on the subject. He has developed extensive experience as a science television broadcaster for BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Discovery Science and National Geographic.

In this session we dive into the digital mind, discussing how mental health and technology are now more closely linked than ever before. From Smartphones to AI, the world around us is filled with technology that impacts our mental health, decision making and even our purchasing behavior!

Find out more about Top Tech Voices: https://bit.ly/4aqhBvo

00:00 – Intro: Why Our Brains Make Strange Decisions
00:48 – Why We Make Choices We Know Are Bad
01:31 – How Technology Is Rewiring the Human Mind
02:31 – The Truth About Tall CEOs and Leadership Bias
03:40 – Why We Trust People Based on Appearance
05:03 – How Unconscious Decisions Really Work (EEG Explained)
06:21 – How Businesses Influence Your Decisions (Neuroeconomics)
08:15 – The Power of Surprise: How to Influence Anyone
10:09 – Why Negative Surprises Hurt More Than Positive Ones
11:46 – The Science of Uncertainty and Anxiety in Decision Making
14:24 – How Disgust Shapes Human Behaviour
16:49 – Are Smartphones Destroying Our Empathy?
19:00 – How Tech Addiction Rewires the Brain (Multitasking Myth)
28:03 – GenAI Brain: Is AI Damaging Critical Thinking?
34:52 – The Future: Tech That Will Save — or Break — Our Brains

As a leading futurist and consumer trend expert, William Higham advises some of the world’s largest brands on what consumers will want before they even know it themselves. He’s worked with Amazon, BBC, and HSBC, but his predictions go far beyond numbers—they touch the heart of human behavior. Join us for an inspiring discussion that attempts to see the future! https://bit.ly/3XURhTu

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00:00 - 00:53 Introduction
00:53 - 02:50 How to Predict Future Trends
02:50 - 05:39 Emotions, Capitalism & Consumer Behavior
05:39 - 08:01 The Future of Work & Business Agility
08:01 - 11:18 Essential Skills for the Future Workforce
11:18 - 13:39 AI in Decision-Making & Workplace Transformation
13:39 - 16:37 AI’s Impact on Consumer Behavior
16:37 - 19:57 The Role of AI in Customer Experience
19:57 - 23:39 The Future of Social Media & Online Communities
23:39 - 26:59] Industries Ripe for Innovation
26:59 - 31:32] Data Security & the Future of Privacy
31:32 - 35:43 Web3 & Decentralization – Hype or Reality?
35:43 - 38:22 In-Person Events vs. Digitalization
38:22 - 42:22 The Rise of AI Companions & Mental Health Concerns
42:22 - 47:34 AI in Healthcare & Personal Well-being
47:34 - 51:36 The Role of AI in Public Health & NHS
51:36 - 54:53 The Rise of Activism & Community Influence
54:53 - 58:17 Technology’s Role in Empowering Communities
58:17 - 01:02:00 Future-Proofing with Human Skills & Final Thoughts

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Prof Colin Herron with over four decades of experience in manufacturing, Prof Colin Herron has been instrumental in the UK’s transition to electric vehicles. He is Managing Director of Zero Carbon Futures and a professor at Newcastle University. He was involved in transforming the UK into a global hub for green automotive technology. Tune in to hear his vision of transportation of the future! https://bit.ly/41s9aLH

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[0:00 - 0:03] Introduction
[0:04 - 1:15] How a Pub Conversation Led to an EV Career
[1:16 - 2:42] Why EVs Were So Exciting in the Beginning
[2:43 - 4:44] Government Involvement in EV Development
[4:45 - 6:49] Overcoming Early Skepticism Around EVs
[6:50 - 8:54] Sustainability & The Shift from Petrol
[8:55 - 10:39] The Excitement of Innovation
[10:40 - 13:04] The Infrastructure Challenge
[13:05 - 16:27] Misconceptions & Media Influence
[16:28 - 19:58] Battery Production & Future Costs
[19:59 - 23:07] Battery Swapping & Charging Efficiency
[23:08 - 25:46] The Role of Battery Recycling
[25:47 - 29:10] Consumer Behavior & Energy Efficiency
[29:11 - 31:00] The Role of Legislation in EV Adoption
[31:01 - 34:54] The Future of Battery Technology
[34:55 - 37:45] AI & Predicting Battery Lifespan
[37:46 - 41:15] Heavy Goods Vehicles & The Infrastructure Gap
[41:16 - 45:54] Best Practices for Engineers
[45:55 - 49:30] The Risks of Poor Battery Management
[49:31 - 51:30] Closing Remarks

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Toju Duke is an Ethical AI Advocate and is devoted to ensuring AI serves everyone fairly and ethically. She is advocating for inclusivity and ethical standards in AI that prioritise human rights. Listen to learn how AI can empower communities, drive sustainable change, and reshape our understanding of fairness in technology.

Recognised as one of the top women in #AI, Toju is an entrepreneur, speaker, author, thought leader, and advisor on Responsible AI, with over 19 years of experience spanning advertising, retail, non-profit, and tech. She spent a decade at Google, where her last three years as a Responsible AI Programme Manager focused on leading Responsible AI initiatives across Google’s product and research teams, with a focus on large-scale models and Responsible AI processes.

Toju is the founder and CEO of Bedrock AI, an AI product and services company dedicated to Responsible AI principles. She is also the founder of Diverse AI, a community interest organisation with a mission to support and champion under-represented groups to build a diverse and inclusive AI future. Her first book, Building Responsible AI Algorithms, is available for purchase worldwide, and her second book “Responsible AI in Practice” is currently in production.

She joins us on the latest episode of #toptechvoices https://bit.ly/3CEj3ML

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00:00–01:02 Introduction to Toju Duke
01:02–04:42 Journey Into A.I.
04:42–09:32 The Problem of Bias in A.I.
09:32–10:46 A.I. and Global Representation
10:46–17:51 Emotional Chatbots and Their Dangers
17:51–21:25 Business Applications of A.I.
21:25–25:11 Upskilling Leaders in A.I.
25:11–30:44 Autonomous A.I. Agents
30:44–35:31 Decision-Making with A.I.
35:31–41:27 Energy Consumption in A.I.
41:27–42:52 A.I. for Climate Solutions
42:52–45:08 The Rise of Edge A.I.
45:08–45:47 Opportunities with Edge A.I.
45:47–48:52 A.I. vs Human Intelligence
48:52–49:06 Rapid Evolution of Generative A.I.
49:06–52:22 Future of A.I. in the Next Ten Years
52:22–52:27 Conclusion

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Professor Dominik Boesl is a pioneer in the world of human-robot interaction. As a professor of Digital Sciences, Robotics, and Human Augmentation, he explores a future where humans and robots work side by side.

Having led groundbreaking projects in robotics and AI, he’s a leading voice on how automation and robotics will reshape industries—and society itself. He is passionate about ensuring that robots serve humanity, not replace it.

He joins us for episode Three of #toptechvoices

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1.[00:00:12] Introduction to Dominic Bussel and Human-Robot Interaction
2.[00:01:16] Are the Robots Coming? Understanding Current Capabilities
3.[00:04:17] The Hollywood Effect: Sci-Fi vs. Real Robotics
4.[00:06:53] The Four Robotic Revolutions
5.[00:08:53] Safety and Risks in Industrial Robotics
6.[00:11:03] Collaborative Robots and the Future of Mobility
7.[00:12:40] Challenges with Humanoid Robots
8.[00:14:07] Tasks Suited for Robots vs. Humans
9.[00:15:50] Generative AI’s Role in Robotics
10.[00:18:14] Ethics and the Uncanny Valley
11.[00:24:24] Human-Centered Design in Robotics
12.[00:28:15] Future Workforce and Lifelong Learning
13.[00:38:50] Robotics in Society: New Roles and Opportunities
14.[00:47:19] Companionship Robots: Ethical and Societal Questions
15.[00:51:29] Robotics and Environmental Impact
16.[01:02:35] Smart Sensors and Everyday Applications
17.[01:07:04] Automated Disassembly and the Future of Recycling
18.[01:09:10] Conclusion: Robotics as a Force for Good

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