Vancouver AI Pods

While Web Summit suits pitched "AI solutions," we gathered in a planetarium to witness actual humans using AI to solve real problems. Gabriel using custom GPTs for his council campaign, Carol Anne feeding colonial legislation to AI and diagnosing systematic tomfuckery, Kevin building Hollywood-grade first alien contact footage for $10000.

This is revolution built by people who give a fuck.

The Real Opening

Gabriel George Sr brought ce...

This episode captures an unfiltered night inside the Vancouver AI community—where analog gear hums alongside AI-generated visuals, and Indigenous songs echo through a room full of technologists, artists, and systems thinkers. This is the sound of a grassroots AI ecosystem growing in real time.

It’s less a conference and more a convergence. A gathering of those building tools, telling stories, and raising essential questions about wh...

Post-Interface Culture, Fungal Code & the Sandwich Tribunal

Welcome to the living archive of Vancouver AI Meetup #16—recorded in a round room built like a woven hat, vibrating with ceremony, creativity, and code. This isn’t a recap. It’s an artifact.

🧠 The Night in Signals:

• Code as Paint, Code as Portal An ex-engineer turned software artist breaks open the idea of creative coding as ecological interface. Think: 3D mushrooms ins...

Hey, it's Kris Krug here, welcoming you to a very special episode of my podcast, '47 & Unfiltered'. This isn't your typical broadcast; I'm taking you with me into my favorite thinking space – my bathtub. As I turn 47, join me for an intimate, reflective, and raw conversation right from my tub.

We're diving into everything from my life lessons and future visions to my experiences at the 'Dent the Future' event in Maui and my work...

Dive into the intricate world of personal branding and content creation with Kris Krug and Chris Perillo, as they unravel the secrets to maintaining authenticity and fostering community engagement in the digital landscape.

In this episode, Kris and Chris discuss:

• The art of developing a compelling personal brand.
• Innovative approaches to content creation that truly reflect your identity.
• Navigating the challenges of maintaining aut...

I recently had the pleasure of sitting down for an engaging video chat with Rehan Allahwala, an innovative educator based in Karachi, Pakistan. Rehan runs a unique school focused on empowering underprivileged youth through access to technology and skills-building centered around artificial intelligence.

The students come from one of the poorest areas of Karachi, with family incomes under $100 per month. Yet Rehan provides each child...

Language divides, technology unites. I'm your host Kris Krug, and in this episode, I'll be sharing my audacious experiment to bring the world together through AI translation.

Using cutting-edge deepfake technology, I created multilingual versions of myself—clones that can speak fluently in over 7 languages. Join me as I unveil these AI personas and reflect on what this means for our shared future.

Can emerging tools help us achieve u...

Join host Kris Krüg and digital marketing virtuoso Jordan Behan for an episode that promises more than just surface-level chatter. In this dynamic conversation, we delve deep into the maze of digital landscapes—from AI-driven podcasting algorithms to the metrics that actually matter for your startup.

🔍 What to Expect:

• Uncover the role of Machine Learning in reshaping how podcasts are discovered.
• Decode the enigma of authentic dig...

Join me, Kris Krug, as I explore the intersection of art, technology, and community in this new MOTLEYKRUG podcast episode.

We delve into the power of Your Unique Venn Diagram, discussing how it has become more valuable than ever in our rapidly evolving digital world.

I share my perspective on the evolution of the internet, emphasizing the power of technology to unite people on a soulful level.

We also explore the influence of locatio...

I recently had the pleasure of being interviewed by Thomas Girard for his podcast Unique Ways. The premise is he asks all his guests the same 20 questions to get insight into their unique perspectives and paths.

We covered a wide range of topics - from my background blending tech, creativity and photography, to my goals for the future building my company and online community. I shared advice on creating your own opportunities and no...

👋 Hey, it's Kris Krug! In this episode, I sit down with the legendary Kevin Kelley to discuss how AI is not just a tool, but a mindset that can redefine your creative and professional world.

From optimizing workflows to pushing the boundaries of what's possible, we dive deep into the evolving relationship between AI and creativity.

Don't miss out on the actionable insights and game-changing strategies we share. Subscribe now and joi...

In this episode, I have the privilege of speaking with Thomas, the CEO, and Kyle, the COO, of GitHub. We discuss the HackCT event in Connecticut, focusing on its educational and societal impact.

The conversation offers insights into what hackathons are, their history, and why they are important for technological progress.

We even delve into how GitHub itself originated from a similar collaborative environment. Join us for a thoughtfu...

At DENT: The Future 2023, Imperial Moto Coffee founder Matt McKenna sits down for a discussion about his journey entrepreneur. In this candid conversation, Matt shares the inspiration behind starting his specialty coffee business in Miami and roasting unique, high quality blends. He also delves into his passion for watch and design craftsmanship.

When it comes to the future of coffee, Matt believes specialty culture will continue gr...

Kris Krüg sits down with AI art pioneer Frank Yu to discuss his boundary-pushing experiments with generative image models.

From harnessing the tools for game design prototyping to unravelling the technical art of crafting the perfect prompt, Frank shares his insights on optimizing the creative process.

They also delve into Frank's more speculative side - from personifying AI to probing whether these systems may tap into unknown dimen...

Fresh off his keynote presentation at the Canadian Society for Marketing Professional Services Annual General Meeting, Kris offers an in-depth look into how AI is revolutionizing architecture, engineering, and construction.

From data-driven design solutions to real-time analytics and ethical technology use, this episode is a must-listen for anyone eager to harness the transformative power of AI.

Whether you're an industry veteran or ...

What's happening, sonic explorers? Kris Krug here, and you're tuning into another electrifying episode of MØTLEYKRÜG. But this isn't just another episode; it's a manifesto of sorts. Recorded straight from my tricked-out mobile podcasting lair—yes, my truck on Hornby Island—I'm diving deep into the alchemy of creativity, tech, and community.In this audioscape, we're exploring:

• The Ask: Why your shares and engagement matter more t...

In this podcast episode, Chris Krug and Charlie Smith discuss their experiences at Burning Man, the intersection of art, technology, and community, and the importance of storytelling and self-expression. They highlight the need for platforms that incorporate artists' visions and help others understand the creative mind.

Charlie shares his journey of sobriety and his struggles with addiction. He also discusses his metal sculptural a...

Greetings, internet explorers! Tune in to today's episode as head back to Burning Man.

Your host, Kris Krüg takes you on a journey through two mind-bending art projects that have defined the essence of the festival.

🎨 Uncle Charlie's Red Hot Cock: From inception to execution, discover how a ragtag band of merry misfits crafted a fire-breathing spectacle that rocked the playa.

🎹 Tyson Ayer's Shrine of Sympathetic Resonance: Dive into...