Creativity & Robots
Creativity & Robots is a podcast about human creativity in the age of AI. Creative Strategist and host Juan Faisal interviews creative professionals in various fields to explore the relationship between human creativity and generative AI and how it influences our creative process, the work we do, and the media we consume. Whether you're a seasoned expert or just starting out, join us to learn how generative AI can boost your creativity. We'll also discuss ethical implications and question the tech buzz when it doesn't add up. Join our community!
Episodes
Think breaking into AI is all about mastering the latest tools or writing perfect prompts? Not even close.
In this episode, Rita Sargsyan shares the one thing that's helped her stand out in AI: if you're relying only on online courses, you’re missing out.
As director of the IDEAS program, she breaks down how to build real skills, connect with learning communities and industry mentors, and navigate the challenges of tech.
Plus, Rita...
If the system keeps erasing you, maybe it was never meant to see you.
This week, we go deep with Verena Weber -AI consultant, former Amazon data scientist, and founder of Women in Tech- to unpack the hidden architecture of exclusion in AI. From microaggressions and confidence myths to systems that literally ignore female users, Verena reveals why so many women feel like they’re falling behind, even when they’re doing everything “ri...
In this conversation, Jacques Potts discusses his mission to bring AI education to underserved communities, emphasizing the importance of accessibility and creativity in tech learning. He shares his personal journey growing up in Chicago and how it shapes his approach to education. Jacques highlights the need for engaging teaching strategies that resonate with youth, integrating cultural elements into tech education, and the signif...
What if the industry doors don't open for you? You knock them down (and AI tools can help). In this episode of Creativity & Robots, Juan interviews Rachel Leventhal, a pioneering creator and technologist who has been at the forefront of media and technology since the 90s, from Nickelodeon CD-ROMs to AI-powered filmmaking at Backlot AI. We talk about AI collaboration, breaking into filmmaking, and the mindset that fuels inno...
Anger, curiosity, and fear are understandable reactions to AI disrupting how we work—and threatening our livelihoods. But can creative professionals really afford to ignore it?
Machine Cinema co-founders Fred Grinstein and Minh Do join me for a candid conversation on how AI is reshaping filmmaking, changing the way we collaborate, and the human skill AI just can’t replace (and why that matters).
🤖 Additional Яesources:
- Machine ...
Is AI fundamentally altering how we learn, create, and think? Are we sharpening our minds, or inadvertently outsourcing critical thinking to robots? This week, we delve into the complex intersection of AI and education with Kyle-Prescott Ogunbase, an AI educator and digital strategist from Newsela and Superhuman.
Imagine a classroom where students, deeply engaged with AI tools, are rapidly coding applications, generating digital art...
AI is transforming marketing, but most teams are either overwhelmed or winging it. 💩
In this episode, AI marketing expert Catherine Toms shares what’s actually working, what’s just hype, and how to stay ahead without burning out. Plus, the best AI tools, the biggest mistakes marketers make, and why great strategy still beats great tech.
Our guest Catherine Toms is an AI marketing consultant, and speaker focused on helping teams use ...
Want to see real use cases of AI remaking HR workflows? HR expert and founder of AIxHR, Kari Naimon, explains how small businesses and HR teams can save time, streamline repetitive tasks, and boost productivity with generative AI. Learn how to craft effective prompts, create quick wins, and collaborate with IT to integrate AI into your processes. With actionable steps you can implement today, this episode shows how AI can improve w...
David vs. Goliath, AI edition! In this episode, Juan Faisal and Andrew White discuss how small teams and solopreneurs can leverage AI to enhance creativity, improve their workflows, and compete against larger companies. Plus... is AI really democratizing content, or is it all PR bulls#!t?
🤖 Additional Яesources:
Scade: https://www.scade.pro/ (Try for free for 1 month using code ROBOTS)
Scade community - https://community.scade.pr...
"AI has played a role in journalism for quite a while." In this episode, Pete Pachal comes to chat about the transformative impact of AI on journalism and how journalists can use artificial intelligence, addressing both the challenges and opportunities it presents.
We cover the importance of managing expectations around AI's capabilities, the historical context of machine-generated content in newsrooms, and the need for ethical pr...
How is AI transforming the craft of filmmaking in Europe? Just back in Wroclaw after his California tour, filmmaker Matt Szymanowski talks about how AI is disrupting the film industry and why Europe has some catching up to do. Drawing from his upcoming documentary, A Human Future, Matt explores what's working in AI-powered storytelling, what's falling short, and how creatives can stay ahead in 2024 and 2025. He also shares ...
Are you confused about what copyright law protects now that AI is out in the wild? Intellectual Property Attorney Brooke Smarsh explains the truth about AI-generated content: what’s covered, what isn’t, whether AI-generated content can be copyrighted, and what’s fair game when training models—plus, why taking the time to understand this topic today could save you from expensive headaches tomorrow.
⚠️ Disclaimer: This episode offers...
EP20 — AI Experts React to Oprah Winfrey's "AI and the Future of Us" Special
In this live episode, we dive into Oprah's "AI and the Future of Us" ABC special. Did it hit the mark, or were there missed opportunities? Find out as AI filmmaker Jagger Waters, tech strategist Kate Cook, and EdTech expert Kyle Prescott Ogumbashi share their no-BS insights on what the guests said, what they didn't say, and ...
AI's impact is misunderstood—both overhyped and underappreciated, says Luke Wilcoxson, co-founder and creative director of Only the Bold. In this episode, he shares how you can use AI to boost your creative career without losing your value and the secret to staying ahead in an industry that (for better or worse) never stops evolving.
🤖 Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro to Luke Wilcoxson (Only the Bold Agency)
00:43 - AI's Overhype...
EP18 — AI's Cultural Crisis: A Marketer's Bold Solution - Tamon George
Tamon George, ex-pro footballer turned creative director and co-founder of Creative Theory Agency (Ad Age's Small Agency of the Year), is tackling AI's diversity problem in advertising. Learn how his team, behind campaigns for Google, Nike, and Amazon, is using generative AI beyond mere automation. In this conversation, Tamon reveals why diverse ...
Can generative AI help filmmakers tell stories that would otherwise be impossible to tell? Iranian-American director Reza Sixo Safai (Persian: رضا سیکسو صفایی) shares his groundbreaking journey into AI filmmaking, from his first Midjourney experiments to creating an OpenAI-powered Tribeca short. Reza reveals how AI can be used to bypass censorship in Iran and craft resonant, dreamlike narratives that mirror his own experiences.
EP16 — AI and Creative Jobs: Should We Switch Careers Now? w/ Georg Zoeller (ex-Meta)
Georg Zoeller is a big deal in AI. He co-founded the AI Literacy Transformation Institute and was the former Business Engineering Director at Meta. He's also worked on major gaming titles like Assassin's Creed 4 and Star Wars: The Old Republic. At Meta, he became a top expert on AI's impact on creative industries.
In this episode we...
EP15 — AI Tools Every Filmmaker Should Use
Guest: Tim Simmons (Theoretically Media) In today's episode, we have Tim Simmons, an experienced media producer and the founder of Theoretically Media, a channel that, dives into filmmaking, music, writing, and art, all enhanced by the latest AI tools. With over 100K subscribers, he believes in technology's power to elevate independent artists' work. In this interview, Tim e...
EP. 14 — Can YouTube Survive AI? A Top Strategist Speaks Out Guest: Tim Jablonski
In this episode of Creativity & Robots, we are joined by Tim Jablonski, Senior Vice President of Programming and Audience Development at Little Monster Media. Tim talks about the ways AI is reshaping YouTube and offers practical advice on incorporating AI tools into your content creation. We also discuss the ethical aspects of AI usage and share k...
In this episode, Pakko De La Torre-Rocha discusses how AI can streamline video creation, improve social media campaigns, and optimize advertising strategies. He shares his workflow and tips for using AI tools effectively. Pakko emphasizes the importance of embracing new technologies to stay ahead in the industry and highlights the power of AI in enhancing creativity. He also discusses the future of AI in video creation and the pote...
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