Humans & AI

By AI Frontier Network

Innovators, leaders, and builders share their stories, insights, and visions for the future of artificial intelligence. The Humans & AI Show is hosted by Flor Laorga, Co-Founder of AI Frontier Net... more

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The podcast currently has 58 episodes available.

Humans & AI episodes:

August 19, 2025 Dr. Alan Roth — AI in Drug Discovery, AI Innovation and Limitations, Human Oversight
Dr. Alan Roth, CEO of Oxford Drug Design, has a diverse background in life sciences spanning research, capital markets, consultancy, and company leadership. He began as a chemist at Merck in New Lead Discovery, later serving as a consultant at McKinsey and Director at Commerzbank Asset Management overseeing bio-investments. He co-founded and led Chiral Quest, Inc., and was a Royal Society Entrepreneur in Residence at Oxford, where he is also a Visiting Lecturer. He holds degrees from Cornell, Columbia, and Oxford.
Dr. Alan Roth
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alandroth/?originalSubdomain=uk
Website: http://www.oxforddrugdesign.com/
Flor Laorga
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/
X: https://x.com/florlaorga
Website: https://aifn.co/flor
AI Frontier Network
Website: https://aifn.co
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/
X: https://x.com/aifn_co
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network
OUTLINE
00:00 Start
00:25 Meet Dr. Alan Roth, Life Sciences Entrepreneur
00:56 From Academic Chemist to Industry Leader
04:53 How AI Advances Drug Discovery Processes
13:00 Overcoming Hurdles in Biotech Innovation
24:14 Balancing AI and Human Insight in R&D
30:46 Lessons for Future Scientists and Entrepreneurs
32:43 Staying Human in a High-Tech Future
...more
34min
August 14, 2025 Dinesh Goel — Evolving Startup Challenges, AI Product Development and Market Fit, Employment and Productivity
Dinesh Goel is the Founder & CEO of Robylon, an agentic AI automation platform for customer support and presales. A 3-time founder with over 12 years of tech startup experience, he previously founded Aasaanjobs, a recruitment platform acquired by OLX, and Oneworldnation, a blockchain gaming startup.
Dinesh Goel
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dinesh-goel-496b3335/
Flor Laorga
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/
X: https://x.com/florlaorga
Website: https://aifn.co/flor
AI Frontier Network
Website: https://aifn.co
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/
X: https://x.com/aifn_co
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network
OUTLINE
00:00 Start
00:24 Dinesh Goel’s Path from Banking to Startups
01:08 Startup Leadership: Grit, Hires, and Growth Hurdles
02:18 Scaling Aasaanjobs to Acquisition
03:37 How Startup Culture Has Evolved
07:03 Why Dinesh Chose the US Market
09:33 Building AI Agents for Support Automation
18:09 How AI Will Reshape Employment Landscape
20:55 Human Roles in an AI-Driven Workplace
25:31 What Makes Great Mentors and Leaders
31:08 Robylon’s Goals and Dinesh’s Reflections
36:05 Insights to Take Forward
...more
37min
August 12, 2025 Lasse Finderup — Entrepreneurial Journey, Company Culture, Product Development Strategy, Funding Approaches, Market Adoption and User Growth
Lasse Finderup is the co-founder and CEO of Good Tape, a Copenhagen-based company specializing in AI-powered speech-to-text transcriptions. Since its founding in 2022, Good Tape has gained 2.5 million users and reached key milestones such as 500,000 unique users within eight months and $2 million in annual recurring revenue. At age 28, Lasse also serves as an investor and business partner at TechStation Invest, focusing on hard tech companies.
Lasse Finderup
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lasse-finderup/
Flor Laorga
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/
X: https://x.com/florlaorga
Website: https://aifn.co/flor
AI Frontier Network
Website: https://aifn.co
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/
X: https://x.com/aifn_co
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network
OUTLINE
00:00 Start
00:29 Lasse Finderup: CEO of Good Tape
01:12 From Student to AI Startup Founder
02:28 Building Culture Around Innovation and Values
04:13 Leading with Urgency and Purpose
06:38 How Good Tape Was Born
12:12 Choosing Bootstrapping Over VC Funding
13:51 Prioritizing Data Privacy and Security in AI
16:42 Thriving Under Pressure as a Tech Leader
20:36 Surprising Uses and User Stories of Good Tape
23:31 Investing in Deep Tech and Hard Tech Startups
25:06 Future Plans for AI and Speech Transcription
27:46 Embracing the Power of Nerd Culture
29:39 Real-World Tips for Young Founders
31:02 Final Thoughts from Lasse Finderup
...more
32min
August 07, 2025 Lisbeth Votruba — AI Applications in Nursing, Human-Centered Virtual Care, Wellbeing and Mental Health
Lisbeth Votruba is the chief clinical officer of AvaSure, where she leads efforts in inpatient telehealth care through compassionate leadership and advocacy for the dignity, safety, and quality of care for patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
Lisbeth Votruba
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisbeth-votruba-msn-rn-faonl-cavrn-12969032/
Website: https://avasure.com/
Flor Laorga
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/
X: https://x.com/florlaorga
Website: https://aifn.co/flor
AI Frontier Network
Website: https://aifn.co
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/
X: https://x.com/aifn_co
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network
OUTLINE
00:00 Start
00:24 Meet Lisbeth Votruba, Third-Generation Nurse
01:15 From Bedside to Virtual Care Leadership
03:27 How Technology Transforms Nursing Practice
04:29 Virtual Care’s Role in Patient Safety
10:54 AI Tools Improving Healthcare Efficiency
15:39 Virtual Nursing: Obstacles and Opportunities
20:26 Supporting Nurse Mental Health and Wellbeing
23:16 Leading Nursing Innovation Through Advocacy
26:27 Shaping the Future of AI in Nursing
30:42 Tips for Emerging Healthcare Tech Leaders
32:08 Reflections from Lisbeth Votruba
...more
33min
August 06, 2025 Srikrishnan Ganesan — AI, Customer Experience & the Future of Services Delivery
Srikrishnan Ganesan is the Co-founder and CEO of Rocketlane, a PSA and client onboarding platform focused on improving project outcomes and team efficiency. With a passion for customer experience and startups, Sri has spent over a decade building and scaling SaaS businesses. He previously co-founded Konotor, a mobile-first user engagement platform acquired by Freshworks in 2015, which became the foundation for Freshchat.
Srikrishnan Ganesan
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/srikrishnang/
Website: https://www.rocketlane.com/events/ps-leaders-on-ai-whats-real-whats-next
Flor Laorga
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/
X: https://x.com/florlaorga
Website: https://aifn.co/flor
AI Frontier Network
Website: https://aifn.co
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/
X: https://x.com/aifn_co
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network
OUTLINE
00:00 Start
00:24 Srikrishnan Ganesan’s Startup Background
00:47 Why Rocketlane Was Founded
03:04 Transforming Services with AI
05:16 Real-World Results from AI Use
08:19 Accelerating Rocketlane’s Product Evolution
10:20 Building an AI-First Company Culture
12:43 Lessons from Propel 25 on AI Adoption
15:03 What's Next for AI in Services
17:19 Merging Human Skills with AI Tools
20:19 Addressing AI Risks and Responsibilities
22:39 Driving Innovation Through Leadership
27:04 Srikrishnan’s Vision for the Future
29:14 Final Reflections from the Episode
...more
32min
August 04, 2025 Phil Tomlinson — Responsible AI, Human-Centered AI Design, Transparency and Interpretability, Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration
Phil Tomlinson is the Senior Vice President of Global Offerings at TaskUs, overseeing core service lines including AI Services, Digital Customer Experience, and Trust & Safety. With over 20 years of experience, he drives service strategy, product development, and execution across specialized digital offerings. He also promotes mental health in the workplace through thought leadership and speaking engagements, helping TaskUs maintain its leadership in the outsourcing industry.
Phil Tomlinson
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philatom/
Flor Laorga
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/
X: https://x.com/florlaorga
Website: https://aifn.co/flor
AI Frontier Network
Website: https://aifn.co
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/
X: https://x.com/aifn_co
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network
OUTLINE
00:00 Start
00:25 Phil Tomlinson’s Background and Career in AI
02:02 Leading Global Offerings at TaskUs
03:42 Integrating Tech With Human-Centered Values
05:56 Designing Human-First AI Service Models
12:13 Navigating Ethics in AI Development
19:12 AI’s Role in Trust, Safety, and Accountability
22:39 Advocating for Mental Health at Work
27:05 Leadership Philosophy and Mentoring Future Leaders
32:54 Advice and Vision for TaskUs
38:20 Reflections and Key Takeaways
...more
39min
July 31, 2025 Leo Feinberg — Building Trustworthy AI, Startup Lessons & Leadership Culture
Leo Feinberg is the CEO and Co-founder of Verax AI, which helps enterprises adopt AI technologies safely and responsibly. He has extensive experience in trust, transparency, and information security, and previously launched and scaled several tech startups, including CloudEndure, acquired by AWS in 2018.
Leo Feinberg
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leonidf/
Website: https://www.verax.ai/
Flor Laorga
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/
X: https://x.com/florlaorga
Website: https://aifn.co/flor
AI Frontier Network
Website: https://aifn.co
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/
X: https://x.com/aifn_co
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network
OUTLINE
00:00 Start
00:26 Introducing Leo Feinberg
00:45 Switching from Software Engineering to Startups
03:03 Creating CloudEndure and Its AWS Acquisition
05:12 Key Lessons on Relationships in Entrepreneurship
06:40 Addressing AI Trust and Safety Challenges
08:50 Ethics and Accountability in AI Development
10:42 Founding Verax AI to Tackle AI Uncertainty
14:58 Human Behavior and Risk in AI Usage
19:01 Developing Trustworthy AI for Enterprises
23:22 Building Team Culture Through Leadership
29:00 Advice for Future Startup Founders
...more
35min
July 28, 2025 Kartal Goksel — AI, Contextual Ads & the Future of Privacy-First Advertising
Kartal Goksel is the Chief Technology Officer at Seedtag, a global leader in neuro-contextual advertising. With over 20 years of experience in ad tech, Kartal has held senior roles at well-known companies like CNET, CBS Interactive, Pubmatic, and Kargo. His background combines deep technical knowledge in computer science with leadership in building AI-driven advertising platforms. Since joining Seedtag in 2024, he has been focused on advancing privacy-first, cookieless advertising solutions by enhancing their contextual AI technology. Originally from Istanbul, Kartal studied computer science in the US and has been passionate about data ethics and responsible AI throughout his career.
Kartal Goksel
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kartalgoksel
Website: https://www.seedtag.com/
Flor Laorga
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/
X: https://x.com/florlaorga
Website: https://aifn.co/flor
AI Frontier Network
Website: https://aifn.co
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/
X: https://x.com/aifn_co
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network
OUTLINE
00:00 Start
00:25 Kartal Goksel’s Tech Journey
01:33 Breaking into Ad Tech During Y2K
04:32 Scaling Challenges in Programmatic Advertising
08:29 Myths and Realities of AI in Ads
11:00 Contextual AI and Respecting User Privacy
18:40 Building Strong, Curious Tech Teams
28:30 Tips for Aspiring Technologists and Leaders
33:19 Ethical AI and a Vision for the Web
36:23 Reflections on Innovation and Impact
...more
38min
July 24, 2025 Rajeev Rangachari — Cloud and Analytics in Life Sciences, Startup Acquisition and Cultural Integration, AI-Driven Transformation and Leadership Philosophy
Rajeev Rangachari is the CTO of Trinity Life Sciences with over 20 years of experience in technology leadership. He was a founding member and CTO of D Cube Analytics, which was acquired by Trinity in 2022. Rajeev is known for leading high-performing engineering teams and building impactful technology solutions for the life sciences industry. He holds a bachelor’s degree in engineering from the University of Madras and enjoys traveling and outdoor activities with his family.
Rajeev Rangachari
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajeev-rangachari-194a203/
Website: https://trinitylifesciences.com/
Flor Laorga
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/
X: https://x.com/florlaorga
Website: https://aifn.co/flor
AI Frontier Network
Website: https://aifn.co
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/
X: https://x.com/aifn_co
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network
OUTLINE
00:00 Introduction to The Humans in AI Podcast
00:25 Guest Introduction: Rajiv's Background
00:49 Rajiv's Journey into Engineering and Analytics
03:31 Founding a Startup and Its Acquisition
05:47 Challenges and Lessons from Acquisition
10:25 AI and Data Transformation in Life Sciences
14:01 Building and Leading Effective Teams
16:49 Personal Motivation and Passion for Technology
26:23 Future of AI in Life Sciences
28:08 Final Thoughts and Advice for Future Leaders
29:44 Conclusion and Farewell
...more
31min
July 22, 2025 Anand Naik — Corporate to Entrepreneurship, Leadership & Company Culture, AI at Sequretek, Personal Mission & Challenges, Human Element & Values
Anand Naik is the Co-Founder and CEO of Sequretek with over 25 years of experience, including leadership roles at Symantec, IBM, and Sun Microsystems. A subject matter expert in Cyber Security, he has advised global companies on IT security strategy and architecture. He has contributed to industry policy programs and oversees product vision and operations at Sequretek.
Anand Naik
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anand-naik-4726bb15/
Website: https://www.sequretek.com/
Flor Laorga
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/
X: https://x.com/florlaorga
Website: https://aifn.co/flor
AI Frontier Network
Website: https://aifn.co
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/
X: https://x.com/aifn_co
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network
OUTLINE
00:00 Start
00:24 Anand’s Journey from Corporate to Startup
01:15 Key Problems Facing Cybersecurity Today
04:40 Lessons in Leadership and Accountability
07:44 How Sequretek Integrates AI into Cybersecurity
11:42 What Drives Anand’s Mission
14:26 Learning from Failures in Business Growth
19:40 Building Values-Driven Teams and Client Trust
29:29 Advice for Emerging Leaders in Tech
...more
34min

FAQs about Humans & AI:

How many episodes does Humans & AI have?

The podcast currently has 58 episodes available.