Why “Us vs. Them” Doesn’t Work in the Age of AI

Humans, walking and taking bags of water and trace chemicals that we are, have managed to convince well-organized sand to pretend to think like us.” – Ethan Mollick In this episode, Ana Melikian challenges the common “us vs. them” mindset when it comes to technology, especially in the age of Artificial Intelligence. Ana takes listeners… Continue reading Why “Us vs. Them” Doesn’t Work in the Age of AI

Surfing the AI Wave: A Conversation with Diana Kelley on Security and Innovation

Organizations need to understand what AI can do and can’t do. Start creating the best use cases within their organizations and also train people on how to use them responsibly.” – Diana Kelley In this episode, host Ana Melikian delves into the pivotal role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in today’s world, particularly in the business… Continue reading Surfing the AI Wave: A Conversation with Diana Kelley on Security and Innovation

The Joy-Success Cycle: A Revolutionary Mindset for the AI Age| With Kevin Surace

Joy and success are exactly tied together.” – Kevin Surace In this episode of the Mindset Zone, host Ana Melikian welcomes Kevin Surace, a Silicon Valley innovator, entrepreneur, and futurist. Kevin delves into his intriguing concept of the “Joy Success Cycle.” He challenges traditional views of success and demonstrates how moments of joy throughout the… Continue reading The Joy-Success Cycle: A Revolutionary Mindset for the AI Age| With Kevin Surace

AI and Education: Shifting Paradigms with Nick Potkalitsky

Technology is like the great disruptor or the great amplifier.” -Nick Potkalitsky In this episode, the host, Ana Melikian, is joined by Nick Potkalitsky to delve into the multifaceted world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education. They discuss the current challenges students face with AI, often due to a lack of proper mental frameworks and… Continue reading AI and Education: Shifting Paradigms with Nick Potkalitsky

Insights on AI and Leadership with Dale Bertrand

Use AI to help you do the work, not to avoid the work.” – Dale Bertrand In this episode, Ana Melikian sits down with Dale Bertrand, the founder of FireSpark, to discuss the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and beyond. They delve into how AI is reshaping business models, marketing strategies,… Continue reading Insights on AI and Leadership with Dale Bertrand

Anthropology and the Future of AI with Giles Crouch

“We live in what I call today, a phygital world, physical and digital.” -Giles Crouch In this episode, the host, Ana Melikian, dives into the intricate relationship between humanity and Artificial Intelligence (AI) with special guest, digital anthropologist Giles Crouch. Ana shares her experience of using an AI avatar as an introduction for her talks,… Continue reading Anthropology and the Future of AI with Giles Crouch

AI Disruption: Do You Have the Right Mindset?

In this episode, host Ana Melikian discusses the widespread impact and looming potential of artificial intelligence (AI) that is causing a fast-paced disruption. She highlights the importance of adopting the right mindset to successfully navigate this AI disruption, moving from a reactive to a proactive mode, increasing self-awareness around thoughts, feelings, and behaviors related to… Continue reading AI Disruption: Do You Have the Right Mindset?