In this follow-up conversation, Julia Black, a former TV producer turned education innovator, shares insights from her groundbreaking Lights On framework and her book 'Lights On Learning: A Parent's Blueprint for Happy, Fulfilled, Curious Kids.' Julia describes how her framework challenges traditional education paradigms by focusing on internal learning processes and parental involvement to treat disengagement as an opportunity for growth. She discusses the six learning signatures and provides real-life examples, including a case study of a six-year-old, demonstrating transformative changes. The discussion also touches on the relevance of her approach in the age of AI, emphasizing the importance of creativity and problem-solving. Additionally, Julia talks about her upcoming audiobook and collaborative projects aimed at building a community of curious, fulfilled learners.

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction

01:25 Julia's Journey and Book Release

01:55 Understanding the Lights On Approach

05:28 Parental Role in Education

10:06 Real-Life Success Stories

18:35 Empowering Parents and Teachers

32:12 Future Projects and Conclusion

Social Links

Explorium

Facebook

Instagram

Links

Lights On Learning Book

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My guest this week is Dominik Heinrich, a visionary working at the intersection of design, AI technology, and human experience. As the co-founder of the Creative AI Academy, faculty member at Pratt Institute, and Head of Global Design at Coca-Cola Company, Dom brings a unique perspective on how AI is reshaping creativity and innovation.

Dom's journey is fascinating—from his childhood in Germany drawing maps that would foreshadow his future global agency network, to driving innovation at McCann and MRM in NYC, to forming the Creative AI Academy. He has become a highly respected, influential voice in AI and design.

What I loved about this conversation, was how Dom emphasized the importance of remaining curious, authentic, and most importantly, human in an increasingly AI-driven world.

We explore everything from his early days as an entrepreneur and agency owner to his current mission of helping organizations and individuals navigate the transformation that AI brings to creative work.

What emerges is not just a discussion about technology but a deeper reflection on how we can become better humans in an AI-enhanced future.

Now over to Dom.

Time stamps

00:00 Introduction

00:50 Meet Dominic Heinrich: A Visionary in AI and Design

02:20 The Human Side of AI: Dom's Personal Journey

03:54 Early Influences and Career Beginnings

11:07 From Germany to New York: A Career Evolution

13:20 Pioneering AI in Creativity and Design

19:30 The Intersection of Roles: Coca-Cola, Creative AI Academy, and Pratt

23:25 The Future of Creative Agencies in an AI-Driven World

26:57 The Future of Agencies and Creativity

27:41 AI Mind Shift and Critical Thinking

28:22 Challenges in Creativity and Education

33:31 The Role of AI in Human Behavior

36:20 Preparing for a Rapidly Changing Future

42:02 Personal Insights and Reflections

42:07 Thoughts on AGI and Future Technologies

44:49 Principles and Inspirations

47:54 Managing Fears and Uncertainties

51:22 Book Recommendations and Networking

52:43 Final Thoughts and Farewell

Social Links

Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/domheinrich

Creative AI Academy

Links in the Show

Book

AI 2041

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Amy Gubser

Amy Gubser, is an extraordinary 56-year-old grandmother who this year became the first person ever to complete an unassisted swim from the Golden Gate Bridge in SF to the Farallon Islands - a 30-mile stretch of cold, shark-infested waters off the California coast. Moreover, what makes this achievement even more remarkable is that Amy only started her marathon swimming journey aged 46.

Throughout a fascinating conversation, Amy describes her path from early morning swims in San Francisco Bay through increasingly arduous challenges, including consequently crossing the treacherous North Channel between Ireland and Scotland. Furthermore, Amy shares her insights into the physical and mental preparation required for ultra-marathon swimming, from nutrition strategies to managing the understandable fear of great white sharks and jellyfish swarms.

In addition to her swimming achievements, Amy discusses how her work as a nurse has informed her mental toughness, the importance of breaking age-related stereotypes, and as a result, her mission to inspire others - especially women - to pursue ambitious goals at any age.

With upcoming swims planned for Scotland's deep and mysterious Loch Ness, therefore Amy is proof that human potential knows no bounds when matched with determination, careful preparation, and above all her simple mantra: 'I can do hard things.'

Amy's story is an inspiring reminder that it's never too late to pursue extraordinary achievements. Note to self! Now over to Amy.

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction

03:10 Who is Amy as a Human?

05:35 Childhood and Family Background

10:48 Early Swimming and Lifeguarding

14:26 Nursing Career and Mental Toughness

26:12 Rediscovering Swimming

33:24 First Marathon Swim: Gibraltar Straits

35:59 Conquering Lake Tahoe

37:20 The North Channel Challenge

39:24 Molokai to Oahu Swim

39:56 Local Swims and Challenges

40:47 The Alcatraz Swim

42:15 Manhattan Island Swim

45:23 Nutrition and Hydration Strategies

53:18 Facing the Farallon Islands

55:34 Shark and Jellyfish Encounters

01:01:32 Mental and Physical Endurance

01:06:24 Inspiration and Future Goals

01:11:11 Advice for Aspiring Swimmers

01:18:04 Final Thoughts and Inspirations

Social posts

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/amygubser92?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Links in show

Books:

"The Devil's Teeth" (Book about the Farallon Islands mentioned as inspiration)

- "Tough Broads" by Caroline Paul (Recent book Amy highly recommends)

- Young Woman in the Sea (About Trudy Ederle, first woman to swim the English Channel)

Films/Media:

Documentary about Mercedes Gleitze

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