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thinkfuture: technology, philosophy and the future

chris kalaboukis

Welcome to thinkfuture, where host Chris Kalaboukis explores the bold ideas shaping tomorrow. From AI-driven creativity and personal growth to leadership in remote work, this podcast delves into the intersection of innovation, technology, and human connection. With visionary guests and thought-provoking conversations, thinkfuture helps listeners unlock new possibilities, challenge the status quo, and create the future they want to see. Tune in for fresh insights, actionable strategies, and

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00:34:17

1107 Why I Stopped Playing Safe | Jillian Reilly on...

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2025/08/20

See more: https://thinkfuture.substack.comConnect with Jillian: https://tenpermissions.com---Learning how to embrace change, reclaim agency, and build a future on your own terms.In this episode of thinkfuture, host Chris Kalaboukis talks with Jillian Reilly, founder of Antacara, about how to navigate profound change in uncertain times and why reclaiming your personal agency is the most important skill of the 21st century.Jillian believes that fear of change keeps most of us trapped in outdated roles

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00:35:06

1106 The Robots Checked Me In

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2025/08/13

See more: https://thinkfuture.substack.comConnect with Matt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewcasella/---How hospitality automation is evolving to work with humans, not replace them.When you think of robots in hospitality, you might picture cold, impersonal service. But Matt, co-founder of RichTech Robotics, has a completely different vision—one where automation enhances human connection instead of erasing it.In this week’s episode of thinkfuture, we talked about how RichTech is building

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00:30:54

1105 Why Performative Social Media Is Toxic

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2025/08/06

See more here: https://thinkfuture.substack.comConnect with Hasmukh: https://www.hasmukhkerai.com/the-learning-curve---In this episode of thinkfuture, host Chris Kalaboukis speaks with Hasmukh, founder of The Learning Curve, a business dedicated to helping freelancers, creators, and small businesses rethink their relationship with technology. Hasmukh’s mission? To keep work lean, purposeful, and balanced—while reclaiming control from platforms and building lasting, meaningful connections with

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00:50:22

1104 Can AI Predict the Future? Dan Schwarz on...

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2025/07/30

Connect with Dan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-schwarz-3805b854/Read More: https;//thinkfuture.substack.com---In this episode of thinkfuture, host Chris Kalaboukis speaks with Dan Schwarz, CEO and co-founder of FutureSearch, an AI startup on a mission to push the boundaries of forecasting. With a background as a software engineer at Google and CTO of Metaculous, Dan brings deep expertise at the intersection of technology, prediction, and decision-making.Can AI really predict the future? Dan

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00:33:32

1103 Reinventing Online Shopping with Agentic AI

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2025/07/23

Connect with Stephen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenbsavage/Subscribe for more: https://thinkfuture.substack.com---In this episode of thinkfuture, host Chris Kalaboukis sits down with Stephen Savage, founder of Rezolve AI, to explore how agentic AI is transforming digital commerce by bringing back the personalized, high-touch retail experience—online.Let’s face it: online shopping today is less “shopping” and more “scrolling.” Endless options. High cart abandonment. Impersonal recommendations

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00:36:08

1102 AI, CONSCIOUSNESS, AND THE FUTURE OF SOCIETY

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2025/07/16

Connect with Jeff: https://jeffburningham.comConnect with Chris: https://thinkfuture.substack.com---In this thought-provoking episode of thinkfuture, host Chris Kalaboukis sits down with Jeff Burningham—a tech entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and former Utah gubernatorial candidate—to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, human identity, and societal transformation.Jeff’s journey is far from ordinary: from founding tech startups and real estate firms to launching a venture capital

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00:31:41

1101 REVIVE SALES LEADS WITH AI

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2025/07/09

Connect with Tamara: https://leadreviver.proConnect with Chris: https://thinkfuture.substack.com---In this episode of thinkfuture, host Chris Kalaboukis talks with Tamara, founder of Lead Reviver, about how artificial intelligence is reshaping sales, lead generation, and the way we build customer relationships. With a no-nonsense approach and a deep passion for staying ahead of the AI curve, Tamara shares her journey and the mission behind her AI-powered sales solution.Tamara's company, Lead

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00:46:59

1100 How Writing Letters Can Transform Your Life

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2025/07/02

Connect with Joel: https://www.gratitudetiger.com---In this heartfelt episode of thinkfuture, host Chris Kalaboukis talks with Joel Zuckerman, founder of the TIGER method—short for Tapping Into Gratitude Engenders Rewards. Joel shares the personal and powerful journey behind his habit of writing letters of gratitude, a practice that has deeply impacted his life and helped strengthen connections with others in a meaningful way.Joel breaks down the emotional and psychological power of intentional

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00:32:30

1099 The Future of Leadership: How to Lead in an...

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2025/06/25

Connect with Uma: https://thelimitlessleaders.com---In this episode of thinkfuture, host Chris Kalaboukis talks with Uma Subramanian, founder and CEO of Limitless Leaders, about what leadership really looks like in today’s fast-changing, AI-powered world. With 20 years at Microsoft and now running her own leadership coaching business, Uma brings unmatched insight into how leadership is evolving—and how you can future-proof your skills.They dive into how leadership styles are shifting toward more

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00:34:57

1098 Why Most Companies Are Doing Automation Wrong

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2025/06/18

Connect with Peter https://www.itstoilville.com---In this episode of thinkfuture, host Chris Kalaboukis is joined by Peter Swinn, founder of the AI-first automation consultancy Toilville, to explore the real state of artificial intelligence in the workplace. If you've ever wondered why your chatbot seems helpful in a demo but falls flat in the real world, this is the conversation you need to hear.Peter breaks down how most organizations are misusing AI by trying to automate broken workflows and

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00:29:21

1097 Mind Meets Machine: How Bioelectronics,...

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2025/06/11

In this fascinating episode of thinkfuture, host Chris Kalaboukis is joined by bioelectronics researcher Konstantinos Kallitsis for a deep dive into the wild and rapidly evolving frontier of human-machine integration.Konstantinos unpacks the incredible potential of bioelectronics—technologies that allow electronics to communicate directly with our biological systems. From wearable sensors and implantables to brain-computer interfaces that let paraplegics control prosthetic limbs with their thoughts,

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01:11:49

THE FUTURE OF HUMANITY, AI, AND EVOLUTION | SAM RAD X...

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2025/05/13

In this mind-expanding episode of THINKFUTURE, futurist anthropologist Sam Rad joins Chris Kalaboukis to explore the powerful intersections of artificial intelligence, human creativity, and the next stage of evolution. From biohacking and brain-computer interfaces to the future of work, politics, and education by 2035, Sam unpacks where we’re headed—and how we can stay human in a post-human world.Whether you’re curious about the rise of AI-augmented politicians, the ethical implications of body

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00:34:22

1094 AI-Powered Customer Support: Gradient Labs’ Game...

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2025/05/07

In this episode of "ThinkFuture," I sit down with Dimitri, the CEO and co-founder of Gradient Labs AI, to explore how they’re revolutionizing customer support in regulated industries like financial services. Dimitri shares how their AI agents can handle up to 40% of customer queries without even touching sensitive data, aiming to outshine human agents in quality, especially for big operations. We dive into how Gradient Labs tackles AI pitfalls—like going off-topic or giving bad advice—with

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00:10:03

1093 WHY CHANGING YOURSELF IS SO HARD (BUT NOT...

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2025/05/01

In this episode of "ThinkFuture," I get real about change—something we all crave but fear at the same time. I’ve been saying it for over a decade on this show: life is change, yet humans cling to a steady state because chaos freaks us out. We’re surrounded by a universe of chaos, with our orderly society just a thin layer on top. But here’s the kicker—changing ourselves, like our habits, weight, or personality, is super tough, not because we can’t, but because everyone around us hates change too! I

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00:30:32

1092 REVOLUTIONIZING BACKGROUND CHECKS

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2025/04/30

In this episode of "ThinkFuture," I chat with Chris Harper, an entrepreneur who’s shaking up the background check game with his company, ZippedScript. Harper kicks things off with his wild journey—from selling light switch covers and Christmas caroling as a kid to tackling the outdated background check industry. He breaks down how the old-school methods, like call centers and “runners,” are slow, pricey, and sketchy. ZippedScript flips the script by getting user permission to directly

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00:09:00

1091 SHOULD YOU SAY PLEASE TO YOUR AI? THE POLITENESS...

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2025/04/29

In this episode of "ThinkFuture," I dive into a hot topic from AIDaily.us: should you be polite to your AI? I share how I’ve always said “please” and “thank you” to bots like ChatGPT, feeling like I get better responses—though a friend thought I was nuts. Two articles caught my eye: one says being polite wastes electricity since AI has to process extra words, while the other argues it keeps us a polite society. I’m Team Politeness! With AI and humans blending seamlessly in our daily chats,

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00:09:21

1090 THE CREATOR VS. THE CROWD

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2025/04/24

In this episode of "ThinkFuture," I dig into the eternal struggle every creator faces: making what you love versus what the crowd wants. Picture a Venn diagram—one circle’s your passion project as a content creator (think podcaster, TikToker, artist), the other’s what goes viral with millions of views. Problem is, they rarely overlap! I talk about how creators pour their hearts into work that often stays unseen, while algorithms push crowd-pleasers—stuff that’s made to go viral, sometimes

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00:34:27

1089 SOUL HEALTH 101: FROM FINTECH TO SOUL TECH

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2025/04/23

In this episode of "ThinkFuture," I chat with Pam Buchanan who’s spent 40 years in corporate fintech before pivoting to something way deeper—soul health. She takes us on her journey from rocking big ‘80s hair and suits in finance to founding Quantum Sense, a company all about reconnecting us with our souls. She breaks down how we can’t see our soul like our physical or mental health, but it’s just as crucial. Using our senses—like what colors or smells vibe with us—she helps us tap into

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00:08:47

1088 ENGINEERING HAPPY ACCIDENTS: THE POWER OF...

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2025/04/22

In this episode of "ThinkFuture," I dive into the magic of serendipity—those happy accidents behind breakthroughs like the Popsicle, penicillin, and Ivermectin. I share how the Popsicle came to be when someone left soda and a stick outside to freeze by mistake, sparking a whole new treat. I argue that serendipity isn’t just luck; we can actually engineer it by shaking up our routines. Doing the same thing every day kills creativity, but stepping out—traveling, meeting new people, trying

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00:38:58

1087 CRYPTO, STABLECOINS, AND THE FUTURE OF MONEY...

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2025/04/16

In this thinkfuture episode, host Chris dives into a lively chat with Carter, co-founder of Spree, a platform making it easier to spend crypto in everyday life. Carter shares his journey from physics PhD to crypto enthusiast, sparked by Dogecoin, and his passion for decentralized finance. They break down the similarities between crypto and fiat—both digital, both built on belief—and debate Bitcoin’s role as a store of value or spending tool. Carter explains Spree’s mission to bridge crypto to

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