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AI Snacks With Romy & Roby: Democratizing AI Technologies

Dr. Anastassia Lauterbach: Democratizing AI Expert

AI Snacks with Romy&Roby is a podcast that translates AI and robotics technologies from complex scientific concepts into easy-to-understand discussions, making them accessible for teens, parents, teachers, and anyone curious about AI. Through real-world stories and expert interviews, the show is dedicated to democratizing AI knowledge and empowering the general population to understand how AI is developed and applied in everyday life. The podcast is part of the Romy&Roby and AI Edutainment

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74: Rethinking the Geometry of AI: Inside the Mind of...

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2026/05/11

Anastassia sits down with independent AI researcher Matthew M. Murphy, founder of Lexident Technologies, for what she describes as "a conversation unheard on any other podcast."Matt is not fine-tuning existing models. He is not building on top of transformers. He is doing something far more foundational: developing an entirely new theory of how artificial neurons can work; one rooted not in statistical pattern learning, but in geometry. His core invention, the Uniron, is an artificial neuron that

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41:35

73: Can AI Save You Money at the Grocery Store? Meet...

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2026/05/05

Summary:Can AI save money at the grocery store? One third of all food produced globally is lost or wasted. Grocery inflation in the United States has exceeded 30% since the pandemic. And yet, most shoppers still walk into their nearest store with a handwritten list and no idea whether they are getting a fair price.Anastassia sits down with Andy Ellwood, Co-Founder and CEO of Stretch — a company on a mission to become the "Expedia for groceries." Stretch is an AI-powered smart grocery shopping list

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43:22

72: Human-AI Relationship: Discussing "After Yang"...

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2026/04/28

Summary:The episode is part of the series Anastassia is doing with Professor Rae Mulstock. This time, Anastassia and Rae are exploring the portrayal of AI in literature and film, focusing on questions of consciousness, identity, and the human experience through the lens of stories like 'Goodbye to Yang' and 'After Yang'. Rae Muhlstock discusses how fiction addresses profound questions about life, love, and what it means to be human in the age of AI.Key topics:AI portrayal in fictionConsciousness and

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71: Quantum Computing Explained: Qubits, AI, and the...

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2026/04/21

Summary:The episode on quantum computing is structured as an accessible explainer for non-specialists, using rich analogies (coin toss for superposition, flight history for the hardware race) while covering genuinely deep technical ground. Dr. Jonas Kölzer is a quantum physicist, entrepreneur, and educator whose career bridges deep research and public understanding of emerging technologies. After early enthusiasm for physics communication, he studied physics at RWTH Aachen University, where a

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70: AI, Deepfakes & the Law: Do You Have the Right to...

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2026/04/14

Summary:Anastassia sits down with Dr. Gabriela Bar — attorney, PhD in Law, founder of Gabriela Bar Law & AI, and independent ethics adviser to European Commission AI projects — for a wide-ranging conversation about one of the most underexplored frontiers in law: what happens when the entities we create begin to resemble us, and the legal system has no vocabulary to respond.The conversation moves across three connected territories: the philosophy of legal personhood and whether AI could ever

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43:54

69: How AI Is Transforming Clinical Trials — Faster...

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2026/04/07

Summary:Anastassia and Julio unpack the evolving role of AI in healthcare, with a focus on clinical trials, patient identification, and medical education.Julio G. Martinez-Clark is an entrepreneur and clinical research strategist recognized for transforming global clinical trial operations across MedTech, biopharma, and radiopharmaceutical sectors. He is the CEO of bioaccess®, where he champions quality and efficiency in clinical research throughout Latin America and beyond. Key insights:Clinical

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41:16

68: Can an LLM Lie? Inside Large Language Models with...

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2026/03/31

Summary:Anastassia and Sairam delve into the complexities of Large Language Models (LLMs), exploring their inner workings, practical applications for small business owners, and the ethical concerns surrounding their use. They discuss the phenomenon of hallucinations in LLMs, the potential for synthetic data, and the future of AI, including the quest for Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). Sairam shares insights on how small businesses can leverage LLMs effectively while addressing the importance

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67: Confidential AI, Speech Recognition, and Why AI...

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2026/03/24

Summary:In this episode, Anastassia and Giorgio Natili discuss the importance of AI literacy, the evolution of speech recognition technology, and the challenges of ensuring data privacy and sovereignty in AI applications. They explore the concept of confidential AI, the need for responsible usage in education, and the future aspirations for AI explainability and funding allocation. The conversation emphasizes the necessity of understanding AI's limitations and the ethical implications of its

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46:29

66: The EU AI Act Uncovered: Law, Ethics & Europe's...

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2026/03/17

Summary:Gabriela Bar, a legal expert specializing in AI law and ethics, talks about how AI is shaping legal frameworks, societal perceptions, and technological innovations – especially within Europe and Poland. She discusses the importance of responsible AI governance, the evolving legal landscape, and the societal implications of AI deployment at scale. The discussion with Anastassia touches on compliance costs to implement the EU AI Act, practices to introduce national LLMs, and what constitutes

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49:24

65: From Narrow AI to AGI - Breakthroughs, Limits,...

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2026/03/10

Summary:Anastassia and Dr. Craig Kaplan delve into the complexities of artificial general intelligence (AGI) and the evolving landscape of AI technologies. Craig emphasizes the importance of defining AGI as an AI capable of performing any cognitive task as well as an average human, highlighting the challenges of achieving true general intelligence beyond narrow applications. They discuss the historical context of AI development, the shift from symbolic AI to machine learning, and the potential of

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42:42

64: Unbreakable Backups - Decentralized Storage for...

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2026/03/03

Summary:The conversation focuses on decentralized cloud storage as an alternative to traditional hyperscale cloud providers, emphasizing security, privacy, cost, and resilience. It discusses the limitations of centralized cloud systems and how decentralized storage offers a more secure and distributed solution.Murphy John is Chief Growth Officer at StorX Network, a decentralized cloud storage platform (DePIN) built on blockchain technology to deliver secure, private, and cost-efficient data storage

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63: Beyond the Canvas: How AI Is Rewriting the Rules...

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2026/02/24

SummaryThis episode dives into how AI is transforming creative fields — from visual art and music to literature and performance. Dr. Matthias Röder is an AI-music pioneer who works at the forefront of classical music, emerging technologies, and innovation strategy. He led the AI team behind Beethoven X, the celebrated project that used artificial intelligence to complete Beethoven’s unfinished 10th Symphony, and serves as managing partner of The Mindshift, a consultancy focused on creativity and

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38:25

62: Trusworthy by Design: Context-Rich AI in...

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2026/02/17

SummaryBen Lengerich discusses the importance of context in AI for healthcare, the role of generalized additive models (GAMs), and the challenges of data quality and data compliance. He emphasizes the need for responsible AI practices and highlights the impact of historical data on current medical practices. The discussion also touches on the future of personalized medicine and the necessity of investing in AI to improve healthcare outcomes.Ben Lengerich is an assistant professor of Statistics at

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61: Digital Resurrection: The Science Behind Cryonic...

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2026/02/10

SummaryJohn Rodriguez Carlos shares his journey from a long military career to becoming a writer, discussing the inspiration behind his novel “Chronic Dreams,” which explores themes of AI, cryonics, and the nature of consciousness. He delves into the implications of digital consciousness, the complexities of intelligence, and the role of AI in shaping our future. The discussion also touches on the purpose of writing and the human motivation behind storytelling, emphasizing the importance of

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60: LLMs That Reason: Knowledge Graphs, Ontologies,...

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2026/02/03

SummaryAnastassia and Joseph Miller delve into the complexities of artificial intelligence, particularly focusing on the limitations of large language models (LLMs) and the importance of embedding causality and reasoning into AI systems. Joseph critiques the current transformer model architecture, explaining how it lacks a true understanding of causality, which is essential for meaningful interactions. He emphasizes that while LLMs can generate convincing language, they lack a world model that would

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59: Kiddie Chatbots, Clone Employees, Digital You:...

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2026/01/27

Summary:Robert LoCascio shares his journey from founding LivePerson to creating innovative AI solutions for children and adults. He discusses the importance of creativity in childhood development and the role of AI in enhancing human capabilities. Robert emphasizes the need for safe AI environments for children and the importance of teaching AI literacy to empower the next generation. He also explores the myths surrounding AI and the significance of data ownership in the age of technology.Robert

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58: How AI is Reshaping Norway with Marion Loken

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2026/01/20

Summary:Anastassia and Marion Loken discuss the advancements and challenges of AI in Norway, highlighting the country’s high level of digitization, trust in institutions, and historical mathematical expertise. They discuss the development of a Norwegian LLM, literacy programs at the national and corporate levels, and ethical considerations surrounding the development and use of ML and genAI technologies.Marian Loken is a visionary leader in digitalization, data analytics, and AI, currently serving

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57: AI & Learning How to Learn and Stay Human with...

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2026/01/13

Dr. B discusses the evolution of knowledge retention in education, emphasizing the shift from memorizing information to learning how to learn, particularly in the context of AI's role in modern education. He highlights the importance of teaching critical thinking and the ability to discern truth in an age where information is readily available at our fingertips.Dr. Brian E. Arnold is an educator, leadership coach, and entrepreneur who began his academic journey as a special education student and

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56: Signals and Sensemaking: Human Edge in AI-Powered...

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2026/01/06

SummaryIn this episode, Afshin Mashrefi emphasizes approaching financial markets as an engineer rather than as a Wall Street traditionalist: define behavior, measure it rigorously across regimes, and only then ship tools that help humans decide. He explains how TradeWave’s AI infrastructure ingests long‑run market data, normalizes it, and uses pattern‑detection and seasonality models to surface high‑probability periods and setups, while still keeping outputs deterministic and reproducible so traders

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55: AI to Laugh, Listen, and Collaborate in Creative...

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2026/01/01

Summary:In the last episode of the year 2025, Victor shares his multifaceted journey as a comedian, filmmaker, cartoonist, and entrepreneur. He discusses his unique perspective on life, emphasizing simplicity and logic, and how these principles guide his creative endeavors. Victor elaborates on his innovative writing coach tool designed to assist neurodivergent individuals, and his efforts to integrate AI literacy in schools. The discussion also touches on the role of AI in creativity, the

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