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The Shift AI Podcast
The Shift AI podcast explores how AI and ML is changing the way that we work in the digital age through interviews with thought leaders who are redefining how businesses and employees will be impacted by emerging technology. Host Boaz Ashkenazy is the founder and CEO of Augmented AI, a provider of AI solutions designed to help businesses grow and scale.
In this episode of the Shift AI Podcast, Boaz Ashkenazy sits down with Professor Shyam Gollakota, a pioneering researcher and entrepreneur from the University of Washington’s Mobile Intelligence Lab. Gollakota shares his groundbreaking work on intelligent hearables and proactive speech agents that could revolutionize how we interact with sound and AI. From noise-filtering earbuds that can isolate specific voices in crowded spaces to AI agents that anticipate our needs in real time, Gollakota’s vision of human-AI symbiosis offers a glimpse into a future where technology seamlessly enhances our natural capabilities. Whether you’re fascinated by the intersection of hardware and artificial intelligence or curious about how AI might augment human potential, this episode provides fascinating insights into the next frontier of human-computer interaction.
Chapters:
[00:00:00] From Programming to Problem-Solving: Shyam’s Journey
[00:02:04] Academic Entrepreneurship: From IIT to UW
[00:04:38] The Mobile Intelligence Lab Vision
[00:06:35] Intelligent Hearables: Transforming Sound Perception
[00:12:47] The Technology Behind AI-Enhanced Hearing
[00:17:25] Proactive Speech Agents: The Future of AI Assistance
[00:21:48] Mentorship and AI Personas
[00:24:15] Sound, Evolution, and Human Adaptation
[00:26:57] Science Fiction Becoming Reality
[00:30:12] Closing Thoughts: The Human-AI Future
Connect with Shyam Gollakota
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shyam-gollakota-4125b2159
Connect with Boaz Ashkenazy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/boazashkenazy
Email: shift@simplyaugmented.ai
About the Shift AI Podcast
In today’s rapidly evolving job market, staying ahead of the curve is essential. Shift AI, a podcast hosted by Boaz Ashkenazy, delves into the strategies and mindsets necessary for professionals to succeed and thrive in the digital age.
At the core of our exploration is the profound impact of emerging technologies like AI and ML, and how they are reshaping the contours of professional environments and redefining the nature of work itself.
By interviewing innovative leaders who are transforming the workplace, Boaz provides listeners with insights on how to navigate the ever-changing landscape of technology and work.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, executive, or simply looking to take your career to the next level, Shift AI is a must-listen for anyone looking to adapt and excel in the modern workforce.
About the Host
Boaz Ashkenazy, the CEO and Co-founder of Augmented AI, is a visionary leader at the forefront of shaping the future of work through the strategic integration of AI into business operations and product offerings.
With a diverse background spanning product development, design thinking, and enterprise productivity, Boaz brings a unique perspective to the table.Â
Drawing on his experience at Meta, as well as his involvement in scaling multiple startups and his early career in architecture, Boaz possesses a multifaceted skill set that fuels his passion for technology and tghe future of work.