How do you build powerful AI systems that still respect privacy and fairness?

In this episode, host Tanmay Netke sits down with Rahil Parikh, an Applied AI Scientist at Amazon, whose journey spans brain-computer interfaces, speech tech for vehicles, home security, and AI ethics. At the heart of his work? A commitment to building responsible AI — solutions that are not only intelligent but also trustworthy.

We explore:

• What responsible AI actually looks like in the real world

• How speech processing and Natural Language Understanding (NLU) power everything from Alexa to job matching

• The challenge of making friends in adulthood and the expat experience in the U.S.

• Coping with career pressure and redefining success beyond traditional paths

• Why being curious — not certain — leads to the most fulfilling careers

It’s a conversation for anyone who cares about the future of tech — and what it means to build a career that’s both impactful and human.