The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how a robotics company is helping kids with disabilities; getting news directly from those you trust; how OpenAI’s new killer app is changing the video game; and Marc Saltzman drops by with some great tech gift ideas for the holidays.

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• [08:39] Trexo Robotics Exoskeleton: trexorobotics.com
• [16:42] App-tastic
• [24:40] Marc Sal...

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how AI can help artists get fair compensation; protecting valuable assets with a wildfire defence system; predicting your death through AI; and why your phone should carry a health warning in Spain.

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• [08:08] FireDome: fire-dome.com
• [18:19] App-tastic
• [27:05] Musical AI: wearemusical.ai
• [35:39] Death Clock: deathclock.co
• [43:...

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how AI-driven weather data can prepare us for climate risks; Amber’s 2024 Holiday tech picks for tweens and teens; energy as a solution for all sizes of businesses; a closer look at innovative food solutions in Africa; and why one Amazon influencer doesn’t want you to copy her vibe.

Links to this week's stories and discussion:

• [09:53] Skyfora: skyfora.com
• [16:48] A...

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: a sports tech company measuring movement for the pros; a company in Brazil revolutionizing neonatal care to keep babies safe; a look at holiday gift ideas and giving charity as a gift; and social media influencers becoming the source for news.

Links to this week's stories and discussion:

• [08:05] Precision Sports Technology: precisionsportstech.com
• [16:37] App-tastic
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Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: an overview of the devastating state of today’s threat landscape; a wearable device that is helping with the fight against breast cancer; how new tech is keeping our oceans and world safe; and the role that podcasts play in the world of media.

Links to this week's stories and discussion:

• [08:55] Sherrod DeGrippo: Microsoft Digital Defence Report
• [18:35] App-tastic
• [2...

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how scammers are using AI for phishing attacks; how to Shazam your clothing style; whether travel is the next big viral video; and the latest on the Character.AI lawsuit.

Links to this week's stories and discussion:

• [08:09] ESET : eset.com
• [15:12] App-tastic
• [23:26] Aesthetic: myaesthetic.ai
• [32:36] LOST iN: lostin.com
• [41:30] The Latest in the Character.AI Lawsuit

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: a headband that tracks and treats ADHD symptoms; a brand behind the charger reshaping the future of wireless; how a company is transforming the economics of local news; and we talk about why X is making it harder to block other users.

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• [08:54] Neurode: neurodelabs.com
• [16:48] App-tastic
• [24:05] NOA The Brand: noathebrand.co...

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: get a robot to take your place at work or school when you are sick; making posting to social media tastier; tech tools and tips to work smarter and faster while saving money; and governments using tech to streamline services.

Links to this week's stories and discussion:

• [09:25] No Isolation: noisolation.com
• [17:31] App-tastic
• [25:26] Ben McCarthy: croissantapp.com
• [3...

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how new therapies are helping patients with life-changing diseases; how the latest in Internet of Things tech is helping in the wake of property disasters; the state of AI worldwide; and how mobile phones could completely change elections.

Links to this week's stories and discussion:

• [09:37] Arthur Fratamico: radiantbio.com
• [17:23] App-tastic
• [25:56] Kevin Dooley: ka...

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: changing the narrative around reproductive health and helping patients be in control of their journey; how AI is helping scientists develop new drugs; all the deets on Apple’s latest products including Apple AI; and we look at the issue of right-wing influencers under fire for taking money from Russians.

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• [09:05] Sylvia K...

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: a 24-hour approach to taking care of your overall wellbeing; creating a safe environment for kids to learn about AI and the internet; the company that's helping to supercharge cameras in Tesla vehicles; and thoughts on Australia's Right To Disconnect laws.

Links to this week's stories and discussion:

• [07:56] Owl + Lark: owllark.com
• [15:57] App-tastic
• [21:28] Hello Wo...

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: looking at new tech for the start of school; cargo ships storing CO2 in the ocean; powering devices with kinetic energy; and getting the latest smart and savvy tech gear for students from Marc Saltzman.

Links to this week's stories and discussion:

• [08:09] The Latest Tech For School
• [14:54] App-tastic
• [22:19] Pierre Forin: calcarea.com
• [29:45] Laurence Kemball-Cook: pa...

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how AI and solar are helping farmers get better data; a fem tech company on a mission to reduce pain; a metal 3D printing company working in space; and why we need better communicators in the fight for democracy.

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• [09:01] Farmblox: farmblox.ag
• [16:41] App-tastic
• [25:13] Juno: junotechno.com
• [32:14] Rosotics: rosotics.com
• [41:...

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how a panel of grandmothers chose the best sustainable tech; 10 ways scammers are trying to clone your voice to win big; a new social media space for Gen Z; and an Apple Watch that spent a year lost at sea.

Links to this week's stories and discussion:

• [08:43] Parinaz Pakniat: pakville.ca
• [17:18] App-tastic
• [27:08] AI Voice Scamming
• [34:43] Tiffany Zhong: thenoplace.co...

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: a new app made just for kids on campus; what you need to know about setting up your family with Uber rides; a start-up that is making video dubbing a cinch thanks to A.I.; and America’s oldest magazine is betting big on OpenAI.

Links to this week's stories and discussion:

• [09:11] Teddy Solomon: fizzsocial.app
• [17:55] App-tastic
• [29:22] Uber: uber.com
• [36:53] Matt Pan...

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: keeping your digital assets safe after you’re gone; everything you need to know about Apple Intelligence; an AI-powered email app that helps you fly through your inbox; and the latest tech for seniors aging in place.

Links to this week's stories and discussion:

• [08:06] Michael Okoye: adamapp.io
• [25.:01] Mark Gurman: @markgurman on X
• [29:42] Rahul Vohra: superhuman.c...

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how AI can help make building safer; new tech and a much-needed clean economy; how to sell secondhand stuff; and why airplane turbulence is getting worse.

Links to this week's stories and discussion:

• [08:39] Peter Evans: xtractone.com
• [18:26] App-tastic
• [25:56] Nicholas Parker: cleanai.com
• [34:49] Poshmark Turns 5
• [44:28] The Science On Why Airplane Turbulence Is Getti...

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: why some of the world’s top tech companies are setting their eyes on the future of education; how robotic super limbs can help astronauts; why Microsoft’s new recall feature might be a wee bit scary; and how putting away your phone during weddings this summer may be the new norm.

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• [09:21] Dwayne Matthews: LinkedIn Articl...

Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: an XPRIZE Carbon Removal competition finalist from Canada; Arca, the future of green mobility with BMW; how an app plans to help you develop better wellness habits; and why Facebook and Instagram are under formal investigation in the EU.

Links to this week's stories and discussion:

• [08:40] Paul Needham: arcaclimate.com
• [16:49] App-tastic
• [23:53] Kevin Marcotte: bmw.c...