Human Pulse

Living Well with Technology. In this episode, Anne Trager and Fabrice Neuman delve into the complexities of managing interruptions and notifications in our technology-driven lives. They explore how constant notifications can affect our focus, relationships, and productivity, and discuss strategies for finding a balance between responsiveness and deep work. The conversation highlights the importance of managing expectations with others and the need for effective communication in high-pressure situations. They also touch on the future implications of immediacy in our interactions with technology and each other. 

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Recording Date: Oct. 22nd, 2025

Hosts: Anne Trager – Human Potential & Executive Performance Coach & Fabrice Neuman – Tech Consultant for Small Businesses

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Resources & Links

Download your One-week Attention Reset now

https://www.annetrager.com/attentionreset

Resuming focus study

https://ics.uci.edu/~gmark/CHI2005.pdf

Interview with the same researcher who says “it takes about 25 and a half minutes to pick up that original interrupted project.”

https://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/news/cant-pay-attention-youre-not-alone

The Cortex podcast on Relay.fm

https://www.relay.fm/cortex

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Chapters

(00:00) Managing Interruptions and Notifications

(10:32) The Impact of Interruptions on Focus

(18:26) Finding Balance Between Focus and Responsiveness

(28:45) The Future of Immediacy and Technology

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Living Well with Technology. In this episode of the Human Pulse Podcast, hosts Fabrice Neuman and Anne Trager discuss the implications of artificial intelligence on intellectual property with guest Raymond Hegarty. They explore the intersection of creativity and technology, the essence of originality, and the evolving landscape of intellectual property rights in an AI-driven world. On the table are the challenges and opportunities presented by AI, the importance of intellectual capital, and the future of creative industries. And also Piranha movies. 

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Recording Date: Oct. 4th, 2025

Hosts: Fabrice Neuman – Tech Consultant for Small Businesses & Anne Trager – Human Potential & Executive Performance Coach

Guest: Raymond Hegarty, IP strategist

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Resources & Links

Raymond Hegarty’s website: https://raymondhegarty.com

Open AI Sora 2 AI video creation tool: https://openai.com/index/sora-2/

Google’s Gemini Nano Banana: https://gemini.google/overview/image-generation/

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Chapters

(00:00) Introduction: Can IP still be IP in our AI world?

(02:30) The Intersection of Creativity and Technology

(05:15) Understanding Intellectual Capital

(07:45) The Role of AI in Creative Processes

(10:25) The Essence of Creativity and Originality

(13:05) The Future of Intellectual Property

(15:45) Navigating the AI Landscape

(18:25) Concerns and Opportunities with AI

(21:10) Living Well with Technology

(24:00) Final Thoughts and Reflections

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Living Well with Technology. In this episode of the Human Pulse Podcast, Fabrice Neuman and Anne Trager discuss the ongoing tension between form and function in technology, particularly in the context of recent smartphone releases and generative AI tools. They explore how cognitive biases, such as the novelty bias, influence consumer behavior and decision-making in tech adoption, and discuss the psychology behind our attraction to shiny new objects. The conversation also delves into why most but not all AI chatbots are increasingly providing false information. The conversation delves into cognitive biases, feature fatigue, and the challenge of balancing visual design with practical functionality in our tech-driven world.

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Recording Date: Sept. 21st, 2025

Hosts: Fabrice Neuman – Tech Consultant for Small Businesses & Anne Trager – Human Potential & Executive Performance Coach

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Resources & Links

- Open AI: How People Are Using ChatGPT | https://openai.com/index/how-people-are-using-chatgpt/

- NewsGuard: AI False Information Rate Nearly Doubles in One Year |

https://www.newsguardtech.com/ai-monitor/august-2025-ai-false-claim-monitor/

- Forbes: Why 95% Of AI Pilots Fail, And What Business Leaders Should Do Instead | https://www.forbes.com/sites/andreahill/2025/08/21/why-95-of-ai-pilots-fail-and-what-business-leaders-should-do-instead/

- Tech Connect Europe: A WITI Networking Hour with Anne Trager and Fabrice Neuman | https://witi.com/networks/france/events/5809/Tech-Connect-Europe:-A-WITI-Networking-Hour/

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Chapters

(00:00) Introduction

(00:32) Apple's Form Over Function Problem

(03:00) The Novelty Bias in Tech

(04:33) When Shiny Becomes Problematic

(06:48) AI as the New Shiny Object

(07:40) The Truth Crisis in AI

(12:43) Finding Better AI Tools

(15:11) The Failure of AI in businesses

(18:35) Want vs. Need in Technology

(23:12) The Psychology of Design and Trust

(25:41) Conclusion

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In this episode, Anne and Fabrice dive into the current wave of AI hype, fears, and reality checks. From doomsday predictions about artificial intelligence wiping out humanity, to practical examples like Google’s Pixel 10 AI tools and the ever-trustworthy Ember mug, the conversation swings between optimism, skepticism, and playful curiosity.

They explore whether AI is truly an existential risk, the limits of current large language models, and the question of trust in technology that sometimes fails us. Anne reminds us of the human superpower of forgetting, while Fabrice sees value in AI’s ability to remember. Together, they highlight the balance between embracing new tech and staying rooted in our humanity.

Recording Date: August 30th, 2025

Hosts: Anne Trager – Human Potential & Executive Performance Coach & Fabrice Neuman – Tech Consultant for Small Businesses

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Fabrice Neuman

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Chapters

(00:00) Introduction

(01:36) Tech joy: the Ember Mug and Anne’s meditation practice

(04:50) Entering the AI doom discussion

(06:01) Google’s Nano Banana model fueling awe and distrust

(09:30)“Could AI Really Kill Off Humans?” challenges the extinction narrative

(13:32) Slowing progress: the ChatGPT-5 debate – From AI boom to bubble?

(17:00) Personal frustrations when AI tools don’t deliver

(21:48) Google Pixel’s Magic Cue – A for “assistant” in AI?

(25:44) What’s next for AI?

(26:35) Conclusion

Resources & Links

* Ember Temperature Control Mug: https://ember.com/

* The AI Doomers Are Getting Doomier (The Atlantic): https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2025/08/ai-doomers-chatbots-resurgence/683952/

* Could AI Really Kill Off Humans? (Scientific American): https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/could-ai-really-kill-off-humans/

* OpenAI’s GPT-5 met with mixed reviews, confusion in first day (LA Times): https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2025-08-08/openais-gpt-5-met-with-mixed-reviews-confusion-in-first-day

* The Pixel 10 feature that remembers everything so I don't have to (Android Police): https://www.androidpolice.com/pixel-10-ai-that-remembers/

* AI 'Godfather' Yann LeCun: LLMs Are Nearing the End, but Better AI Is Coming (Newsweek): https://www.newsweek.com/ai-impact-interview-yann-lecun-llm-limitations-analysis-2054255

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Episode Overview

Living Well with Technology. In this episode of The Human Pulse Podcast, hosts Anne Trager and Fabrice Neuman welcome Dr. Antoine Eid, creator of the Meet Yourself personality assessment and founder of the Human Index. Together, they explore the fascinating intersections between personality, technology, and human potential. From how our innate traits shape our relationship with tech, to whether GPS frees or limits us, the conversation reveals how differently we can experience the same tools. They dive into the potential risks of AI, the gradual erosion of our analytical skills, and the importance of preserving the uniquely human traits that make each of us irreplaceable. It’s an engaging blend of neuroscience, philosophy, and practical wisdom for living well with technology.

Recording Date: July 27th, 2025

Hosts: Fabrice Neuman – Tech Consultant for Small Businesses & Anne Trager – Human Potential & Executive Performance Coach

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Fabrice Neuman

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Chapters

(00:00) Intro

(02:22) Meet Yourself – A Personality Assessment Like No Other

(03:31) Do You Live Well with Technology?

(06:27) From Gaming to Pen and Paper – A Personal Tech Journey

(10:26) How Personality Shapes Our Tech Preferences

(17:14) GPS: Freedom or Constraint?

(21:26) Technology’s Impact on Depth of Thinking

(24:38) AI, Human Intelligence, and Preserving Our Uniqueness

Resources & Links

Meet Yourself personality assessment – meetyourself.me

Portal (game) – Portal on Steam

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Living Well with Technology. In this episode of the Human Pulse podcast, Fabrice Neuman and Anne Trager explore the implications of AI in addressing loneliness, the importance of discomfort for personal growth, and the complexities of human-AI interactions. They discuss the potential benefits and risks of AI companions, the role of boredom in fostering creativity, and the ethical considerations surrounding AI's empathetic capabilities. The conversation delves into the challenges of relying on AI for emotional support and the potential degradation of content as AI continues to evolve. they call on listeners to stay curious, question the tools that mirror us, and keep human connection at the core of an automated future.

Recording Date: July 27th, 2025

Hosts: Fabrice Neuman – Tech Consultant for Small Businesses & Anne Trager – Human Potential & Executive Performance Coach

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Fabrice Neuman

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Chapters

(00:00) Intro

(00:40) AI & Loneliness Debate

(03:44) Loneliness vs. Discomfort

(06:20) Boredom, Rest & Productivity

(10:18) “Lazy Prompts” with Prompt Cowboy

(13:57) AI Empathy, Ethics & Addiction

(20:33) New Human–AI Interaction Paradigm

(21:25) Language Flattening & Data Degradation

(25:51) Conclusion

Resources & Links

Paul Bloom, “A.I. Is About to Solve Loneliness. That’s a Problem” (The New Yorker)

https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2025/07/21/ai-is-about-to-solve-loneliness-thats-a-problem

Prompt Cowboy (prompt-refinement tool)

https://www.promptcowboy.ai

Lex Friedman Podcast #475 – Demis Hassabis: Future of AI, Simulating Reality, Physics and Video Games

https://lexfridman.com/demis-hassabis-2

Victoria Turk, “The Great Language Flattening” (The Atlantic)

https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2025/04/great-language-flattening/682627/

MKBHD, “This Is What Happens When You Re-Upload a YouTube Video 1000 Times”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JR4KHfqw-oE

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Living Well with Technology. In this episode of the Human Pulse podcast, hosts Anne Trager and Fabrice Neuman delve into the complexities of artificial intelligence, discussing its potential, common misuses, and the importance of using AI as a tool rather than a crutch. They explore how AI can enhance creativity and productivity when used correctly, emphasizing the need for specificity in prompts and the value of human discernment in the process. The conversation also touches on the future of AI and its role in human interaction, highlighting the necessity of maintaining human connections in an increasingly automated world.

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Fabrice Neuman

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Anne Trager

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Chapters

(00:00) Intro

(02:16) Customizing AI: Spaces, Projects & Notebook LM

(05:21) Voice & Interactive Modes in Action

(08:59) AI as Assistant: Key Use Cases

(15:59) When AI Gets It Wrong & Human Judgment

(18:23) Automation’s Edge & Habit Flexibility

(22:49) Tips for Maximizing Your AI

(24:44) Conclusion

Resources & Links

Harvard Business Review IdeaCast episode 1034

How to Build an AI Assistant for Any Challenge

https://hbr.org/podcast/2025/07/how-to-build-an-ai-assistant-for-any-challenge

Alexandra Samuel (guest of the IdeaCast episode)

https://www.alexandrasamuel.com

Her article in Harvard Business Review

https://hbr.org/2025/03/how-to-build-your-own-ai-assistant

Google’s Notebook LM

Notebooklm.google

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Recording Date: June 1st, 2025

Hosts: Fabrice Neuman – Tech Consultant for Small Businesses & Anne Trager – Human Potential & Executive Performance Coach

Episode Overview

Living Well with Technology. In this episode, Fabrice and Anne revisit Fabrice’s frustrating experiences with robot vacuums and explore how our relationships with household machines might evolve—especially through voice interfaces and humanoid robots. They also dive into the ever-changing world of internet search: from the explosion of AI-powered search features (e.g., Google’s new AI Mode) to the challenges of choosing between tools like Google, DuckDuckGo, Bing, ChatGPT, and Perplexity. They debate privacy, creativity, and personal context in AI search, and speculate on where search is headed next.

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Fabrice Neuman

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Anne Trager

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Resources & Links

Huberman Lab Essentials Podcast: https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-machines-creativity-love-dr-lex-fridman

DuckDuckGo (Privacy-Focused Search Engine): https://duckduckgo.com

Perplexity (AI-Powered Search): https://www.perplexity.ai

ChatGPT (OpenAI’s Conversational AI): https://chat.openai.com

Microsoft Edge (Browser) & Bing (Search):

Edge: https://www.microsoft.com/edge

Bing: https://www.bing.com

Google I/O (Annual Developer Conference): https://events.google.com/io

NotebookLM (Google’s AI Notebook): https://notebooklm.google/ 

AI Inside Podcast (Nick Fox Interview on AI Search): https://aiinside.show/episode/googles-nick-fox-reinventing-google-search-with-ai-mode

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Living Well with Technology. Media psychologist Dr. Jerri Lynn Hogg, our first ever guest on Human Pulse, joins us to unpack what it means to live well with technology. Jerri Lynn illustrates how tech “disappears” when it’s seamlessly woven into daily routines—from glancing at an Apple Watch for the weather to teleporting friends to a virtual beach in Second Life. We dive into the unseen costs of constant connectivity, like Zoom fatigue and privacy trade‑offs, and look ahead at generative AI and immersive reality as tools for learning, connection, and creativity. Throughout, Jerri Lynn stresses balance: embrace innovation for its benefits, but don’t lose sight of real‑world human touch.

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Anne on LinkedIn

Fabrice on LinkedIn

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Chapters

(00:00) Introduction

(01:14) Dr Jerri Lynn Hogg

(01:47) Living Well with Technology?

(03:33) First & Worst Tech Memories

(07:16) Video Conferencing & Cognitive Load

(10:05) Pre‑ and Post‑COVID Tech Adoption

(12:21) Privacy Trade‑offs & User Awareness

(14:26) Generative AI & Future of Literacy

(20:02) Trade‑Offs in Technology

(20:39) Immersive & Virtual Reality

(27:07) Metaverse Perspectives

(31:14) Wrap‑Up

Resources and Links:

Connect with Dr Jerri Lynn Hogg

https://jerrilynnhogg.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jehogg/

https://bsky.app/profile/hoggjl.bsky.social

https://x.com/hoggjl

Second Life

https://secondlife.com/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Second_Life

Create your own podcasts with NotebookLM

https://notebooklm.google/

Apple Vision Pro

https://www.apple.com/apple-vision-pro/

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Living Well with Technology. In this episode, Fabrice and Anne unpack the distinction between efficiency (maximizing resource use) and productivity (output volume), emphasizing that true efficiency starts with clarifying where you add value and building foundational habits before layering on tech. They share personal experiments—from biohacking basics like prioritizing sleep to painful ecosystem switches between Apple and Android—and evaluate tools such as generative AI, time‑trackers, automation, and delegation. Ultimately, they argue that “good enough” solutions, trust in your systems, and a human‑centered operating rhythm of work and rest are the keys to living well with technology.

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Fabrice Neuman

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Chapters

(00:00)Intro

(00:28) Efficiency vs. Productivity

(03:25) Biohacking Basics: Sleep First

(05:42) “If It Ain’t Broke…” and other Voltaire considerations

(06:58) The Android Experiment

(09:17) The Human “Operating System”

(11:55) Efficiency through Habit Forming

(13:52) Tech Tools: When and How

(19:49) The Jury is still out on GenAI

(24:27) Efficiency through Delegation

(26:00) The Difficult Trust in AI

(30:27) Automation Check: Does It Really Work?

(31:55) Conclusion

Resources & Links

Studies showing 33% increase in productivity with Gen AI

Also efficiency gains, mostly from time savings

Studies conducted by Microsoft and Accenture documented a 26% increase in task completion rates when developers used Copilot

Human Cloud at Work, a study compiled by Goldsmiths, University of London in conjunction with Rackspace, found that using wearable technology to track employee wellbeing increased productivity by up to 8.5% over three weeks, with job satisfaction also rising by up to 3.5%.

https://www.ignitec.com/insights/wearable-tech-boosts-productivity-examining-the-impact-on-efficiency-and-stress-reduction/

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