Future Shapers! (The Podcast)

Craig Vezina

Long-time sustainability executive Tod Gimbel talks innovation for sustainability with some of the leading minds for people + planet.

  1. FEB 13

    Future Shapers! A Conversation with Young Innovators

    Summary In this episode of the Spaceship Academy podcast, hosts Kristi and Craig engage with two inspiring young leaders, Swatika and Guillermo, who share their experiences and perspectives on education, technology, and the future. The conversation explores the balance between using AI and maintaining personal skills, the importance of practical learning experiences, and the challenges and opportunities that come with technological advancements. The students express their fears and aspirations as they navigate university life, emphasizing the need for personal growth and the impact of AI on their education. Overall, the discussion highlights the potential of youth to shape the future while addressing the complexities of technology in their lives.Takeaways- Swatika emphasizes the importance of balance in life and studies.- Guillermo shares his mixed feelings about having a birthday on New Year's Eve.- Both students express their fears about missing opportunities in life.- Swatika discusses the importance of not shrinking oneself in new environments.- Guillermo highlights the reliance on AI in education and its potential drawbacks.- Kristi reflects on her high expectations for others and their potential.- Swatika and Guillermo discuss the balance between using AI and maintaining personal skills.- The group explores the environmental concerns related to data centers and AI.- Guillermo expresses worries about the future of critical thinking due to AI reliance.- Swatika and Guillermo advocate for practical learning experiences in education.

    57 min

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Long-time sustainability executive Tod Gimbel talks innovation for sustainability with some of the leading minds for people + planet.