Beyond the Screen: IRL Tech Talk has emerged as a vibrant stage for technology conversations that reach far beyond digital boundaries, bringing industry leaders, innovators, and everyday enthusiasts together for real-world dialogue. As the tech world pulses with fast-moving advancements, listeners have witnessed lively exchanges on topics ranging from artificial intelligence to digital well-being. In recent months, a notable uptick in IRL tech events has resonated with audiences eager for authentic networking. According to the Irish Times, the Business to Arts Awards 2025 recently put a spotlight on how technology and in-person networking are blending, showing that post-pandemic gatherings are not just back, but thriving. These events highlight an increasing appreciation for face-to-face engagement in a world where virtual meetings had become the norm.

A recurring theme on Beyond the Screen: IRL Tech Talk has been the intersection of technology and mental wellness. The conversation has echoed headlines about the evolving relationship between humans and AI companions. Silicon Republic notes that companies like Born and Replika are developing sophisticated AI “friends” to combat loneliness, responding to mounting research and real-world tragedies linked to social isolation. Replika alone boasts 30 million daily users, people engaged in conversations lasting, on average, 15 minutes per session. This trend sparks nuanced discussions featuring both promise and caution, with listeners sharing stories of meaningful digital connection, while also examining the risks, such as the need for strong ethical guardrails and mental health protections in AI development.

At recent forums like the Microsoft Partner Events, attention has turned to emerging tools that are reshaping enterprise collaboration. Innovations in AI, from intelligent assistants to agentic AI, are not just theoretical but are being implemented across sectors. Sessions exploring Microsoft 365 Copilot Wave 3 and custom Copilot agents show how conversational AI is becoming an integral part of productivity, change management, and business strategy. These platforms are being discussed on Beyond the Screen: IRL Tech Talk as catalysts for workflow revolution, giving power users new ways to enhance both customer and colleague experience.

Beyond business, community-driven events reflect a rise in grassroots tech activism and learning. Women in eDiscovery, for instance, recently hosted roundtables in cities like Toronto and London, bringing people together to dissect topics like GenAI’s impact on legal and tech services. These peer-to-peer forums are highlighted for their role in fostering inclusion and mentoring the next generation of innovators.

Listeners of Beyond the Screen: IRL Tech Talk are tuning in at a pivotal moment, aware that technology is not just reshaping work and daily life, but is also challenging us to rethink what connection actually means—online and off. Thank you for tuning in and be sure to subscribe to stay connected with the latest insights and deep dives. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

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