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02.24.2025
Ep. I: Ready or Not, Here AI Comes
This week, Ben looks at a high level overview of the primary topics we'll cover here on The Scary Future Pod.
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Ben Michals
Ben Michals is a creative tech producer, XR Designer, and Agentic AI strategist passionate about the intersection of technology, creativity, and user experience. Through his research and passion projects, he is pioneering new ways to merge AI, augmented reality, and music production. With a background in product management, interactive media as a producer with Trivium Interactive, and content creation for companies like Google, Meta, and BandLab, Ben brings a deep understanding of how emerging technologies shape the future. On Scary Future Pod, he explores the implications of AI and XR on society, careers, and creativity—while keeping it entertaining.
Aakash Setty
Aakash Setty is a fourth-year medical student at Brown University’s Warren Alpert Medical School, applying into Emergency Medicine. With a background in biomedical engineering and product development, he has worked on cutting-edge medical technologies, including spinal product development at Lenoss Medical and bioengineering research at Draper. Aakash brings a unique perspective to Scary Future Pod, exploring the intersection of AI, healthcare, and emerging technologies. His passion for innovation and scientific discovery helps break down the future of tech in ways that are both insightful and accessible.
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