Cohere: A podcast about the future of human networks
From human-centered social networks to the Plentiverse with Meena Palaniappan
Episode Summary: In this episode, Bill and Lauren engage in a conversation with Meena Palaniappan, the Founder, and CEO of Atma Connect, as she discusses her journey of building Atma Go, a tool for community change that operates on a hyperlocal level in Indonesia, Puerto Rico, and Ukraine. Palaniappan introduces the concept of the ‘plentiverse,’ which contrasts the metaverse, and emphasizes the potential of technology in creating collective consciousness and enabling every individual to become a change-maker in constructing a better world. This conversation showcases how Atma Connect is empowering individuals with low income and living in rural areas to take the lead in shaping their communities.
Memorable Quote: “What we really need is an algorithm for cohesion and connection - this is what needs to be built. AtmaGo has been an incredible hyperlocal tool for community change. We are focused on building a new infrastructure for collective consciousness through media, new technology economies, and society infrastructures.”
Exploring AI as a Force Multiplier / Reflections as we Transition to Spring
Episode Summary: In this episode, Bill and Lauren delve into their interest in AI and reflect on some of the key insights presented in the recent The Future Today Institute's 2023 Tech Trends Report. They explore the trends and signals related to AI, such as the integration of generative AI into consumer applications, the development of new computing architecture and applications, the significance of computing and connectivity technologies for the metaverse, and the potential of organic computers to overcome Moore's law. Additionally, Bill and Lauren share news about the continuation of Structure3C’s AI research and invite listeners to participate in a survey for the 2023 AI & Communities Research Project.
If you lead customer community, enterprise social network, or open innovation efforts for your org, we would love to hear from you!
To participate, take the survey here:
https://structure3c.typeform.com/aicommunitypod
Exploring Conversational Leadership With John Hovell
It is time to become more curious and critical about our relationship with AI
Venessa Paech is an internationally regarded online community strategist with over 25 years of experience building community online. Venessa is also a PhD candidate studying the intersection of AI and community, and a global authority on communities and community management.
In the first Cohere episode of 2023, Venessa joins Bill Johnston and Dr. Lauren Vargas to discuss the quickly evolving role of AI in our digital experiences, how AI is currently playing a role in online communities, and what the future may hold regarding our collective relationship with AI.
Examining Our Collective Relationship With AI - a Conversation With Venessa Paech
It is time to become more curious and critical about our relationship with AI
Venessa Paech is an internationally regarded online community strategist with over 25 years of experience building community online. Venessa is also a PhD candidate studying the intersection of AI and community, and a global authority on communities and community management.
In the first Cohere episode of 2023, Venessa joins Bill Johnston and Dr. Lauren Vargas to discuss the quickly evolving role of AI in our digital experiences, how AI is currently playing a role in online communities, and what the future may hold regarding our collective relationship with AI.
A Look Ahead for the Cohere Podcast in 2023
Hello CoherePod.com, goodbye seasons!
Hi everyone, welcome to 2023! On this episode, Lauren and I offer a quick update on our plans for the Cohere podcast!
This year we are breaking away from the concept (and constraints) of the idea of seasons. We will be pursuing topical series instead, which will help us cover a wider range of topics and synch more naturally with our work and research.
The Role of Friendship in Enhancing Virtual Experiences with Joi Podgorny
Joi Podgorny returns to the Cohere podcast to discuss her unique perspective on the state of the Metaverse with hosts Bill Johnston and Dr. Lauren Vargas.
In season 1, in the early stages of the pandemic, Joi and Bill explored the part communities, and in particular VR-based communities, might play during the lockdown and socially-distanced period of the pandemic.
On this episode, Joi returns to revisit the conversation in Season 1, talk about her new role with Together Labs, and discuss how kids have weathered the pandemic in virtual worlds and in real life.
Of particular note is Joi's perspective on the science of Friendship, and how the three pillars of Friendship (proximity, familiarity, and positivity) are guiding principles in her work.
Exploring Immersion with Ed Rodley
On this episode of the Cohere podcast, Bill Johnston and Dr. Lauren Vargas chat with cultural professional Ed Rodley about innovative experience design. Ed shares how his experience as a museum technologist has prepared him to explore and challenge the concept of ‘immersion’.
This season, we are identifying the critical mindsets, skill sets, and toolsets community professionals need to hone for the next iteration of the Internet. Ed introduces the concepts of the ‘magic circle’ and ‘story worlds’ to illustrate ‘immersion’ is not a one-size-fits-all experience.