Thoughts On Tech & Things

Jason Michael Perry
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Thoughts on Tech & Things helps you make sense of emerging technology and what it means for work, life, and business. From AI to quantum to the systems shaping our future, Jason cuts through the noise with clarity, curiosity, and a human touch.

  1. What does a Chief AI Officer do?

    MAR 5

    What does a Chief AI Officer do?

    What does a Chief AI Officer do? Host Jason Michael Perry sits down with Andy Quick, former Chief AI Officer at Entergy, to explore what it actually means to lead AI inside a Fortune 500 company. In this episode, they unpack what a Chief AI Officer actually does inside a Fortune 500 company. Andy shares what it takes to align AI with business outcomes in a regulated utility, how to plan when models evolve faster than enterprise cycles, and why process maturity matters. Podcast Notes & Links Chief AI Officers Made Enterprise Inroads in 2024 – CIO Dive / Altrata Frequent Use of AI in the Workplace Continued to Rise in Q4 – Gallup The GenAI Divide: State of AI in Business 2025 – MIT Project NANDA / Fortune Project Vend: Phase Two – Anthropic Subscribe & Contact Subscribe to the Thoughts on Tech & Things newsletter: jasonmperry.com/newsletter Send feedback, questions, or guest suggestions: jasonmperry.com/contact Credits Thanks to the team at WYPR, producers Sam Bermas-Dawes and Shania Mapso, and Myrna Martinez, Head of Operations and Marketing at PerryLabs.

    41 min
  2. WTCI Agile Presents: Can You Trust What You See Anymore?

    FEB 18

    WTCI Agile Presents: Can You Trust What You See Anymore?

    Episode: WTCI Agile Presents Episode Title: WTCI Agile Presents: Can You Trust What You See Anymore? Host Jason Michael Perry brings a special live episode from the World Trade Center Institute Agile Global Innovation Series , hosted in partnership with the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School . Joined by panelists Tina Williams-Koroma , Yolanda Reid , and Joel M. Benge , with an introduction from Eddie Resende , Jason explores how cybersecurity is evolving in a world where AI can fake voices, faces, writing styles — even entire digital identities. The conversation moves beyond traditional hacking and into something more foundational: what happens when reality itself becomes manipulatable? From deepfake fraud to AI agents running autonomous businesses, this episode unpacks how trust is becoming the most important — and most fragile — infrastructure we have. Podcast Notes & Links Real or AI-generated: https://www.npr.org/2025/11/30/nx-s1-5610951/fake-ai-videos-slop-quiz Molty – AI-driven social personas and automation experiments: https://www.molty.me/ Moltbook – AI-powered social network concept: https://www.moltbook.com/ Project Vend 1 – Anthropic research on autonomous AI running a small business: https://www.anthropic.com/research/project-vend-1 Project Vend 2 – Follow-up research on AI autonomy and economic impact: https://www.anthropic.com/research/project-vend-2 Subscribe & Contact Subscribe to the Thoughts on Tech & Things newsletter: jasonmperry.com/newsletter Send feedback, questions, or guest suggestions: jasonmperry.com/contact Credits Special thanks to the World Trade Center Institute and the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School for hosting this event. Thanks to the team at WYPR, producers Sam Bermas-Dawes and Shanya Mapso, and Myrna Martinez, Head of Operations and Marketing at PerryLabs.

    1 hr
  3. Is Solving Disability the Real Test of Emerging Technology?

    FEB 11

    Is Solving Disability the Real Test of Emerging Technology?

    Episode 9: Is Solving Disability the Real Test of Emerging Technology? Episode 9: Is Solving Disability the Real Test of Emerging Technology? Show: Thoughts on Tech & Things Host: Jason Michael Perry Guest: Rebecca Rosenberg, Founder & CEO of Rebokeh Show Description Host Jason Michael Perry sits down with Rebecca Rosenberg, Founder & CEO of Rebokeh, to explore how technology is reshaping what it means to see — and what accessibility can teach us about innovation. From everyday tools like glasses to emerging vision and mobility technologies, they unpack how design that meets people where they are can expand independence, dignity, and opportunity. Jason and Rebecca dig into the business and human sides of accessibility: why companies overlook a trillion-dollar market, how designing for difference can spark better products, and where frontiers like AI vision and neural implants might take us next. They also ask the big question — when technology doesn’t just restore ability but changes perception, what does that mean for being human? Podcast Notes & Links Core sources referenced in the episode Accessibility at CES – CESRebecca Rosenberg Speaker Profile – CESGlobal Economics of Disability 2024 – Return on Disability GroupBrain Implant Restores Partial Vision – BBC NewsMoltbook and AI Social Agents – The Guardian Additional links mentioned NAQI LogixWaymo as a blind person (Reddit thread)Moltbook (site)Moltbook (Wikipedia) Subscribe & Contact Subscribe to the newsletterFeedback / questions / guest suggestions Credits Thanks to the team at WYPR, our producers Sam Bermas-Dawes and Shania Mapson, and PerryLabs’ Head of Operations and Marketing, Myrna Martinez.

    28 min
  4. How Is AI Rewriting the Job Market?

    JAN 28

    How Is AI Rewriting the Job Market?

    Host Jason Michael Perry sits down with Chris Frew, founder and CEO of BioBuzz and CEO of Workforce Genetics, to explore how AI is reshaping the job market — not just by changing what work looks like, but how people get hired in the first place. In this episode, they dig into what Jason calls an “AI arms race” in hiring, where job seekers and employers are both using automation at scale. From AI-powered résumé tools and applicant tracking systems to first-round interviews conducted by bots, Chris breaks down how recruiters are navigating record application volumes — and what candidates can do to stand out when every résumé suddenly looks perfect. Podcast Notes & Links How AI Is Impacting Job Growth – JPMorgan AI, Jobs, and the Résumé Wars – Thoughts on Tech & Things Newsletter Teal Resume Builder – AI-Powered Job Application Tool LazyApply – Automated AI Job Application Tool Subscribe & Contact Subscribe to the Thoughts on Tech & Things newsletter: jasonmperry.com/newsletter Send feedback, questions, or guest suggestions: jasonmperry.com/contact Credits Thanks to the team at WYPR, our producer Sam Bermas-Dawes, and Myrna Martinez, Head of Operations and Marketing at PerryLabs.

    26 min
  5. What Happened at CES 2026?

    JAN 15

    What Happened at CES 2026?

    Host Jason Michael Perry returns from Las Vegas with a special CES 2026 edition of Thoughts on Tech & Things. Jason breaks down the Consumer Technology Association’s 2026 megatrends, including Longevity, Intelligent Transformation, and Engineering Tomorrow, and connects them to what actually showed up at CES. From Nvidia’s vision for “Physical AI,” to robots, and life sciences With far more conversations than we could fit into a single episode. Additional interviews and extended demos from CES are available on our YouTube channel and social feeds using the links below. Companies Mentioned at CES 2026 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) Consumer Technology Association (CTA) NVIDIA Boston Dynamics Waymo Richtech Robotics Withings NAQI Logic InstaFarm LEGO Featured Interviews & CES Video Interviews Boston Dynamics — Training Robots for the Real World Waymo — Autonomous Vehicles and the Road to Baltimore Richtech Robotics — Service Robots and Physical AI Withings — Smart Health Devices & Continuous Monitoring (Part 1) Withings — Hydration & Health Signals (Part 2) NAQI Logic — Facial Muscle Control for Accessibility & Robotics InstaFarm — Vertical Indoor Farming for Homes & Restaurants LEGO — Hands-On Demo of LEGO Smart Blocks Subscribe & Contact Subscribe to the Thoughts on Tech & Things newsletter: jasonmperry.com/newsletter Send feedback, questions, or guest suggestions: jasonmperry.com/contact Credits Thanks to the team at WYPR, Director of Digital Kyle Leslie, producers Sam Bermas-Dawes and Shanya Mapson, and Myrna Martinez, Head of Operations and Marketing at PerryLabs.

    22 min
  6. Do Hackers Hack Computers or People?

    JAN 7

    Do Hackers Hack Computers or People?

    Host Jason Michael Perry sits down with Tina Williams-Koroma, founder and CEO of CyDeploy and TCecure, to explore a simple but unsettling question: do hackers hack computers — or do they hack people? In this episode, they dig into how social engineering, AI-generated content, and human psychology have become the primary attack surface for modern cyber threats. From deepfakes and impersonation scams to spyware targeting journalists and activists, Tina explains why cybersecurity today is less about breaking code and more about breaking trust — and how businesses and families can prepare for the scenarios no system is ever fully trained to handle. Podcast Notes & Links Adam Mosseri on Infinite Synthetic Content and the End of Visual Trust – The Verge Inside Access Now’s Digital Security Helpline – TechCrunch LG, Smart TVs, and the Growing AI Privacy Problem – Ars Technica What to Know Before Buying a Cheap Smart TV – BGR Waymo Shuts Down Autonomous Fleet Again After Power and Weather Disruptions – Futurism Subscribe & Contact Subscribe to the Thoughts on Tech & Things newsletter: jasonmperry.com/newsletter Send feedback, questions, or guest suggestions: jasonmperry.com/contact Credits Thanks to the team at WYPR, our producer Sam Bermas-Dawes, and Myrna Martinez, Head of Operations and Marketing at PerryLabs.

    35 min
  7. Will the Space Economy Help Fix Earth?

    12/23/2025

    Will the Space Economy Help Fix Earth?

    Host Jason Michael Perry sits down with Andrew Parlock, founder and CEO of Space Phoenix Systems, to explore how the space economy is moving from science fiction to everyday reality. From reusable launch systems to returnable payloads and zero-gravity manufacturing, they unpack how falling launch costs are turning low Earth orbit into an operating environment — not a destination. They dig into what this new economy means for business, sustainability, and the planet itself — from pharmaceuticals made in orbit to satellite networks connecting oceans and deserts alike. Andrew also shares why Maryland is uniquely positioned in this race and how companies like Space Phoenix are redefining access to orbit through logistics, not rockets. Podcast Notes & Links SpaceX Sets Insider Share Deal at About $800 Billion Valuation – Bloomberg Nvidia-Backed Starcloud Trains First AI Model in Space – CNBC Jeff Bezos Says Data Centers Could Move to Space – CNBC Blue Origin’s New Glenn Reaches Orbit – Ars Technica Zero-G Manufacturing: A New Frontier for Space-Based Production – Science Simplified The Future of Space Stations After the ISS – NPR For All Mankind (Apple TV+) – Wikipedia LLM Infinite Loop of Business Pleasantries – Daring Fireball Two AI Chatbots Stuck in an Infinite Politeness Loop – Instagram Reel Subscribe & Contact Subscribe to the Thoughts on Tech & Things newsletter: jasonmperry.com/newsletter Send feedback, questions, or guest suggestions: jasonmperry.com/contact Credits Thanks to the team at WYPR, producer Sam Bermas-Dawes, and Myrna Martinez, Head of Operations and Marketing at PerryLabs.

    38 min
  8. How Are Public Schools Preparing for AI?

    12/10/2025

    How Are Public Schools Preparing for AI?

    Host Jason Michael Perry sits down with Dawn Shirey, Director of Virtual Learning and Instructional Technology for Baltimore City Public Schools, to explore how one of the nation’s largest urban school systems is preparing teachers and students for the age of AI. They discuss the district’s new AI Guidance, how teachers are learning prompt-writing and responsible tool use, and why Baltimore chose a flexible, evolving framework instead of strict policy. They also talk about how students and parents are responding to tools like Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini, and what’s ahead with the district’s upcoming Day of AI — a hands-on event designed to make artificial intelligence accessible, understandable, and empowering for both educators and learners. Podcast Notes & Links AI Guidance Overview – Baltimore City Schools Google Gemini and Gems for Education – Google Microsoft Copilot for Education – Microsoft AI Detector Flags Declaration of Independence as AI-Generated – Reddit Student Falsely Flagged “39–100% AI-Generated” Essay – Reddit AI Tools for Students – OpenAI ChatGPT Plus Now Free for College Students – Forbes ChatGPT for Teachers – OpenAI AI Chatbot Surveillance Tools Watching Kids in Class – Bloomberg Waymo Announces Expansion to Baltimore – WBAL Waymo Robotaxi Drives Through Active Police Standoff – Instagram Subscribe & Contact Subscribe to the Thoughts on Tech & Things newsletter: jasonmperry.com/newsletter Send feedback, questions, or guest suggestions: jasonmperry.com/contact Credits Thanks to the team at WYPR, producer Sam Bermas-Dawes, and Myrna Martinez, Head of Operations and Marketing at PerryLabs.

    28 min
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Thoughts on Tech & Things helps you make sense of emerging technology and what it means for work, life, and business. From AI to quantum to the systems shaping our future, Jason cuts through the noise with clarity, curiosity, and a human touch.

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  • Creator
    Jason Michael Perry
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 WYPR Baltimore
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