Imagine This, Imagine That — Artificial Intelligence | Business | Society | Humanity

In this episode of the Maginative Podcast, we sit down with Logan Kilpatrick at Google Cloud NEXT 2025 in Las Vegas to dive into some of the most exciting announcements from the event. Highlights include Google’s latest offerings like Firebase Studio, Gemini 2.5 Pro, and Veo API for media generation. Logan also shares his journey into AI, Google's approach to community engagement and open-source models, and the future of AI in various industries.

In this episode, we sit down with Robby Stein, VP of Product at ‪Google‬ Search. Robby dives deep into Google's recent innovations in the world of search, including the new AI Mode. We also discuss quality control and trust in AI systems, and what we can expect from AI in Google Search in the coming years. Link to full op-ed.

In this episode, Marcus Flierl, Corporate VP of Intel Tiber AI Cloud, shares insights on the latest trends and offerings in cloud services and AI. With a rich background that spans Oracle, Sun Microsystems, and NVIDIA, Marcus discusses his journey to Intel, their exciting work on the Tiber AI Cloud and how they are addressing the challenges and opportunities in AI infrastructure, cost management, and data security. He also discusses how AI is transforming Intel itself, and how their partnership with Inflection AI is helping them reimagine various aspects of their company. Show links: ⁠⁠Subscribe⁠⁠ to Maginative  Visit cloud.intel.com to learn more

Inflection AI now provides custom AI solutions for large enterprise customers. COO Ted Shelton sits down with Chris McKay to talk about Inflections relaunch, why enterprise companies should own their AI, partnering with Intel and Dell, and the challenges large enterprises are facing with AI adoption. The talk also touches on the broader impact of AI in sectors like sales and software development, portraying Inflection AI’s innovative approach to meeting enterprise needs. Show links: ⁠⁠Subscribe⁠⁠ to Maginative  Visit ⁠⁠https://www.inflection.ai⁠⁠ to learn more.

In this episode, hosts Chris McKay and Richard Banfield engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Emily Campbell, design thought leader and visionary behind "The Shape of AI." Emily offers profound insights into the rapidly evolving intersection of AI and design, delving into the challenges and opportunities presented by generative AI and emphasizing the critical role of designers in shaping the future of human-AI interaction. From the impact of AI on skill development and team dynamics to the ethical considerations surrounding AI-powered devices, Emily provides a nuanced perspective on the complex landscape designers must navigate. Join Chris, Richard, and Emily as they explore the transformative potential of AI in design, the evolving role of designers, and the societal implications of this groundbreaking technology. Show links: ⁠Subscribe⁠ to Maginative  Emily Campbell Links: Website Connect on LinkedIn Shape of AI

In our inaugural episode of the Imagine podcast, hosts Chris McKay and Richard Banfield are joined by Tripp Clemens, creative director and co-founder of Windy Films, to explore the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on the filmmaking industry. Tripp shares insights on how AI tools are being integrated into pre-production workflows, streamlining processes such as storyboarding, 3D modeling, and animation. He provides specific examples of how his team is leveraging AI to rapidly prototype concepts and collaborate more effectively. The conversation also delves into the ethical considerations surrounding AI in the creative process, including concerns about plagiarism and the need for consent from artists whose work is used to train AI models. Looking to the future, Tripp expresses cautious optimism about AI's potential to democratize filmmaking and emphasizes the enduring value of human creativity in an AI-driven landscape. Show links: Subscribe to Maginative Tripp Clemens Social: LinkedIn Instagram Windy Films House of Content's Instagram