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Using AI to Spark Curiosity and Build Empathy Through Storytelling with Lance Neuhauser, CEO, Wendy


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That spark of imagination kids have? Wendy is turning it into their superpower.

In this episode of Pitch, Build, Scale, we sit down with Lance Neuhauser, serial founder and CEO of Wendy—an AI-powered, choice-based storytelling platform built to guide how children read, create, and develop emotional intelligence in an AI-driven world.

Use the promo code MAGICMONTH to get one free month of access to the Wendy app. Visit https://trywendy.com

Lance shares how his journey from leading global ad tech companies to building a storytelling platform for kids was inspired by a powerful mix of family legacy, educational insight, and an urgent call to prepare kids for a radically different future.

We explore how Wendy blends safety-first AI design with child-driven creativity, why curiosity and narrative will define the jobs of the future, and how we can use today’s tools to build a more human tomorrow.

Whether you're a tech leader, a parent, or a product visionary, this is a must-listen on how to build transformational tech with soul.⛓️ ResourcesWendy: https://trywendy.comLance Neuhauser on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lanceneuhauserBig North Marketing: https://bignorthmarketing.comChapters00:00 Introduction to Wendy and Lance Neuhauser01:51 Lance's Journey into Technology and Entrepreneurship06:57 Inspiration Behind Wendy: The Importance of Storytelling13:39 The Role of AI in Children's Storytelling20:54 Preparing Kids for the Future: Skills for Tomorrow27:45 Data Privacy and Safety in Children's Apps35:17 Future Roadmap for Wendy and Educational Impact

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