Makes You Wonder

Dana Ware, an accomplished creative and trailblazer in immersive technology, joins Oskar in the latest episode of Makes You Wonder to explore the intersection of AR, VR, gaming, and the future of fan engagement. Dana shares her journey from film and gaming to becoming a leader in the AR space, discussing the power of digital worlds to enhance real-life experiences. They examine how emerging technologies are reshaping creativity, community, and connection, and reflect on the ethical implications of innovation in immersive tech. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on the future of storytelling, creativity, and human connection in a digital age.Wondercraft - AI audio editor to easily create podcasts, ads, audiobooks, and more by simply typing.Follow Us:🌐 [Website] (https://www.wondercraft.ai)👥 [LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/company/wondercraftai/?originalSubdomain=uk)🐦 [Twitter] (https://x.com/wondercraft_ai?lang=en)📸 [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/wondercraft.ai/)🤳 [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@wondercraftai)🙎‍♂️ [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558611278444)Oskar’s Socials:🐦 [Oskar's Twitter] (https://x.com/oskarserrander)👥 [Oskar's LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/oskarserrander/)🧵 [Oskar’s Threads] (https://www.threads.net/@oskarserrander)

Brian Snyder, a long-time EVP at Golin, has been leading Digital at Axicom for the past two years. In the latest episode of Makes You Wonder, he sat down with Oskar to talk all things AI, technology, and creativity. The two discuss AI regulation, job displacement, techno-optimism, what art and creativity truly mean in this context, and a lot more. Beyond his clear optimism towards AI, Brian is deeply intrigued by its philosophical implications —how freeing up our time will push us to confront the most fundamental questions about our existence.ReferencesJoshua Weissman on YouTubeOlivia Tiedman on TikTokBooks on AI:The Alignment Problem by Brian Christian: Discusses designing machines that reflect human values.Superintelligence by Nick Bostrom: Explores the future of artificial intelligence.Deep Utopia by Nick Bostrom: A lighter book discussing a future where AI solves all the world’s problems.Wondercraft - AI audio editor to easily create podcasts, ads, audiobooks, and more by simply typing.Follow Us:🌐 [Website] (https://www.wondercraft.ai)👥 [LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/company/wondercraftai/?originalSubdomain=uk)🐦 [Twitter] (https://x.com/wondercraft_ai?lang=en)📸 [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/wondercraft.ai/)🤳 [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@wondercraftai)🙎‍♂️ [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558611278444)Oskar’s Socials:🐦 [Oskar's Twitter] (https://x.com/oskarserrander)👥 [Oskar's LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/oskarserrander/)🧵 [Oskar’s Threads] (https://www.threads.net/@oskarserrander)

Jeff Beringer, the newly appointed Chief AI Officer at Golin, holds a B.S. in Journalism from The University of Kansas. His career in digital and social media strategy spans over two decades, including pivotal roles at Weber Shandwick and Golin, where he now leads the agency’s transformation into a fully AI-integrated entity.In this episode of MYW, Oskar sits down with Jeff to discuss his personal approach to creativity. They explore how a lifelong curiosity has led Jeff to his current role, what it truly means to be a Chief AI Officer, and how AI technology is transforming Golin’s operations as an agency.Jeff reflects on past technological revolutions, discussing the complexities, successes, and missteps along the way. With a clear optimism towards AI, Jeff discusses the enduring importance of human creativity and how AI can empower us by freeing up time to focus on more fulfilling and joyful work.Chapters00:00 Introduction2:45 Jeff's Background and Role as Chief AI Officer11:30 Previous Paradigm Shifts and Approaches26:50 The Age of AI and its Impact31:20 Approach to AI at the Agency35:12 Collaboration and Partnerships for AI Use Cases43:16 AI's Role in Making Work Better and Faster46:25 Proving the Business Impact of AI48:43 Evolving Skill Sets in the Industry56:34 Generating Immersive Content with AI01:01:50 Golin's AI Model01:06:00 Jeff's Top Media RecsReferencesBen’s Bites NewsletterThe Artificial Intelligence ShowEvolving AIWondercraft - AI audio editor to easily create podcasts, ads, audiobooks, and more by simply typing.Follow Us:🌐 Website👥 LinkedIn🐦 Twitter📸 Instagram🤳 TikTok🙎‍♂️ FacebookOskar’s Socials:🐦 Oskar's Twitter👥 Oskar's LinkedIn🧵 Oskar’s Threads

Dimitris Nikolaou completed a masters in computer science from Imperial College London. After his studies, he joined Palantir to work on machine learning projects and has since gone on to co-found the audio startup Wondercraft.AI. In this episode, Oskar Serrander and Dimitris Nikolaou sit down to discuss their favourite technology, how they fight distraction to stay productive, and what defines human creativity from the power of AI.Wondercraft - AI audio editor to easily create podcasts, ads, audiobooks, and more by simply typing.Follow Us:🌐 Website👥 LinkedIn🐦 Twitter📸 Instagram🤳 TikTok🙎‍♂️ FacebookOskar’s Socials:🐦 Oskar's Twitter👥 Oskar's LinkedIn🧵 Oskar’s Threads