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DSR"s Siliconsciousness

The DSR Network

Welcome to Siliconsciousness, the DSR Network podcast focusing on the artificial intelligence revolution, politics, and policy.

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39:12

Trump AI Policy May Not Mean What You Think It Means

DSR"s Siliconsciousness ·

2025/10/28

The Trump administration’s laissez-faire approach to big tech might just be a mirage. The strange marriage of the White House to some of the biggest names in AI has meant a huge influence over the exploding industry. But who is really influencing who? Former Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy Alondra Nelson joins David Rothkopf to explore the administration’s unique relationship with big tech and the profound effects that are already underway. This material is distributed by

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31:54

A Conversation with Representative Ted Lieu

DSR"s Siliconsciousness ·

2025/10/23

The US government has taken a ‘light touch’ approach to regulating artificial intelligence under Trump and a Republican controlled Congress. Should our government be doing more? California Representative Ted Lieu joins David Rothkopf to explore the pitfalls of hands-off federal regulation, how AI has become a critical component of national security and the labor market, and more. This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in

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35:52

Why Responsible AI Begins with Each of Us

DSR"s Siliconsciousness ·

2025/10/02

The best time to regulate AI was yesterday, and the next best time is now. There is a clear and urgent need for responsible AI development that implements reasonable guidelines to mitigate harms and foster innovation, yet the conversation in DC and capitals around the world remains muddled. NYU’s Dr. Julia Stoyanovich joins David Rothkopf to explore the role of collective action in AI development and why responsible AI is the responsibility of each of us. This material is distributed by TRG

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46:25

What Washington (and Plenty of Other Folks) are...

DSR"s Siliconsciousness ·

2025/09/26

Everybody and their mother is talking about AI, but how much of what people are saying is true? Powerful tech CEO’s surround the administration and Washington is abuzz with AI hype and everyday Americans range from excited to terrified of artificial intelligence. TechCrunch AI Editor Russell Brandom joins David Rothkopf to cut through the misinformation haze to explain why so many people are getting AI so wrong. This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy

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44:47

The AI and Energy Scenario Exercise: Part 2

DSR"s Siliconsciousness ·

2025/09/19

In four years time, how might a theoretical 'blue' administration grapple with the expanding energy consumption and demand for AI? This is the question the second half of TRG Media and MIT Technology Review’s AI and Energy Scenario Exercises seeks to explore. Leading experts come together to role play as key actors in government, private industry, and more to simulate how public policy might take shape in the coming years. This episode contains the second and final phase of the game and a brief

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52:45

The AI and Energy Scenario Exercise: Part 1

DSR"s Siliconsciousness ·

2025/09/12

How might this administration and future administrations approach the critical issue of AI and energy demands? This is the question the second of TRG Media and MIT Technology Review’s AI Scenario Exercises tries to answer. Leading experts come together to role play as key actors in government, private industry, and more to simulate how public policy might take shape in the coming years. This first episode contains the first phase of the game and an introduction from the editor in chief of MIT

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32:33

The Trump Administration Wants "Truthful" and...

DSR"s Siliconsciousness ·

2025/08/27

The Trump administration has expressed a desire for “truthful” and “unbiased” AI, yet the reality seems to be a crusade on “woke” AI. Yet the results of such a crusade would go far beyond eliminating DEI from artificial intelligence. The Brennan Center’s Amos Toh joins David Rothkopf to explore the effects the administration’s AI regulations and how AI is playing a larger role in militaries around the world. This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of

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44:41

An In-Depth Look at the Administration's AI Action...

DSR"s Siliconsciousness ·

2025/07/29

The Trump administration has released its AI Action Plan, and it is a mixed bag to say the least. Even with the plan, there are still core concerns about the role of governance in AI. Georgetown’s Michelle De Mooy joins David Rothkopf to discuss the implications of deregulation, the tug of war between federal and state regulations, the challenges of IP in the age of AI, and more. This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in

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37:19

How AI Has Become a Central Element of Geopolitics Today

DSR"s Siliconsciousness ·

2025/07/22

Artificial intelligence isn’t just a hot-button issue for the tech industry—it’s a key part of global geopolitics. But how has AI become such a focus for political leaders around the world, and what are governments doing to harness the benefits of AI and mitigate the negative consequences? Assistant Foreign Minister for Advanced Science and Technology for the UAE Omran Sharaf joins David Rothkopf to provide perspective on these key questions and what the UAE has been doing in the field of artificial

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32:56

The Best Way to Promote AI Leadership May Not Be What...

DSR"s Siliconsciousness ·

2025/07/11

As the US grapples with China to be the leader in artificial intelligence, internal debates rage about the right course of action. Are regulations stifling innovation? Do we have to sacrifice safety for the sake of a competitive edge? CAS Strategies CEO Camille Stewart Gloster joins David Rothkopf to explore why the best way to become the leader in AI might not be what you think. This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in

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37:15

Empire of AI: A Conversation with Karen Hao

DSR"s Siliconsciousness ·

2025/07/01

Silicon Valley has long proclaimed that their technologies would change the future. But to tech leaders like OpenAI executive Sam Altman, AI is not just a business; it’s a matter of life and death. But what are the ethics of a company such as an OpenAI when they transition from nonprofit to for-profit? How have AI companies grown to wield such immense power and wealth? Karen Hao, author of Empire of AI: Dreams and Nightmares in Sam Altman’s AI joins David Rothkopf to discuss her recent book and the

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39:00

How the World is Changing The Way It Thinks About AI

DSR"s Siliconsciousness ·

2025/06/20

The times they are a-changin’ and the world is a-changin’ the way it thinks about AI. As we grapple with this powerful technology, numerous debates over AI’s ethics, impact on labor, impact on the environment, and more have erupted. MIT Technology Review editor in chief Mat Honan joins David Rothkopf to dissect these critical questions surrounding artificial intelligence and more. This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in

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29:51

Is AI Overhyped, Underhyped, or Both?

DSR"s Siliconsciousness ·

2025/05/30

Generative AI has been hailed as a landmark technology that will revolutionize society. But how revolutionary is it really? Is there too much hype, not enough, or a combination of both? Founder and CEO of AutogenAI Sean Williams joins David Rothkopf to explore the impact of AI from proposal writing to the business world at large. This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the U.S.. Additional information is available at the

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38:04

A Successful Investor's Perspective on AI's Emerging...

DSR"s Siliconsciousness ·

2025/05/23

The advent of AI has brought both unparalleled opportunities for success and tremendous risks. So how do investors navigate this brand new business landscape? Co-founder of NFX Gigi Levy-Weiss joins David Rothkopf to discuss just how pervasive AI has become in business and why the rise in the AI agent economy is inevitable. This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the U.S.. Additional information is available at the

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34:06

The AI Con: A Conversation with Dr. Alex Hanna and...

DSR"s Siliconsciousness ·

2025/05/09

Has AI hype gone too far? Are companies and their executives hyping up artificial intelligence to drive up their profits and help the rich get richer? Dr. Alex Hanna and Dr. Emily Bender join David Rothkopf to answer these questions and discuss their new book “The AI Con: How to Fight Big Tech’s Hype and Create the Future We Want.”This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the U.S.. Additional information is available at the

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47:08

Jensen Huang: The Power of Intelligence Infrastructure

DSR"s Siliconsciousness ·

2025/05/02

This week, we're bringing you a very special episode from our sister podcast on the DSR Network, The AI, Energy and Climate Podcast.Thirty-two years after Jensen Huang founded NVIDIA, the company is at the center of the AI revolution and the third-most valuable company in the world. Jensen -- as he is known throughout his company and the IT industry -- is shaping the future of AI and countless applications of AI. In this episode, Jensen talks with host David Sandalow about how AI can help solve

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31:36

What the US Needs to Do to Better Prepare for What's...

DSR"s Siliconsciousness ·

2025/04/25

The last several administrations have faced an exponentially increasing need to grapple with the issue of artificial intelligence. But how does a government address a technology that affects nearly all corners of society, and what does this second Trump administration need to do to meet the moment? Vice president of the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation Daniel Castro joins David Rothkopf to consider these questions and more. This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services,

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35:52

What the Trump Administration Gets Right about AI Policy

DSR"s Siliconsciousness ·

2025/04/14

There’s a lot to criticize about US AI policy, but what has the administration been getting right? Senior VP of Government Affairs for Americans for Responsible Innovation Doug Calidas joins David Rothkopf to break down the Trump administration’s industrial and AI policies, the role of tariffs, and more. This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the U.S.. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice,

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36:33

The AI Competition: Public Policy Strategies: Part 2

DSR"s Siliconsciousness ·

2025/04/04

Welcome to part 2 of our special event, “The AI Competition: Public Policy Strategies”. The event, co-hosted by MIT Technology Review, brings together some of the leading voices in AI policy from the public and private sectors to role-play these complex issues. These AI leaders play roles in the US, China, and The EU, and enact policies that best align with their roles interests in the AI space. This episode contains the second and final phase of the game. We hope you enjoy this insightful

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40:52

The AI Competition: Public Policy Strategies: Part 1

DSR"s Siliconsciousness ·

2025/03/28

Welcome to a very different episode of Siliconsciousness. Today, we are taking a creative new approach to discussing the future of AI. This episode comprises the first part of our special event, “The AI Competition: Public Policy Strategies”. The event, co-hosted by MIT Technology Review, brings together some of the leading voices in AI policy from the public and private sectors to role-play these complex issues. These AI leaders play roles in the US, China, and The EU, and enact policies that best

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