In this episode of Techtastic, we dive into an enlightening conversation with Mark Hirschberg, author of "The Career Toolkit" and creator of the Brain Bump app. You'll hear about the changing media landscape, the potential of nonlinear content, and the challenge of traditional IP in the face of advanced AI. Mark shares his vision for a more immersive media experience that goes beyond the traditional formats, incorporating elements like fan fiction and tapping into the vast potential of generative AI. We also discuss how the future of media is undergoing a seismic shift with new innovations, evolving not only in how we interact with it but also in the profound ways we learn and are educated by it.

Links mentioned in this episode:

https://thecareertoolkitbook.com

(0:00) Introduction and discussion on Mark Hirschberg's work in immersive media

(2:50) Exploration of fan fiction: potential, challenges, and legal implications

(4:22) AI's impact on content generation and intellectual property

(7:58) Discussion on universe and world crafting in media and the shift to non-linear consumption

(10:04) Context in e-commerce, media, and the BrainBump app

(13:26) Incorporating technology into personal relationships and managing stress

(15:07) Introduction to the BRAINBump app version 1.4 and upcoming features in version 2.0

(16:35) Conclusion and farewell to Mark Hirschberg