The Flux by Epistemix

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The Flux by Epistemix

Welcome to The Flux - where we talk data, decisions, and stories of people asking the what-if questions to create an intentional impact on the future. 

Episodes

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Randy Burgh: Insights from Economic Development and Complexity Economics

    This episode explores the economic development potential of technology developed in New Mexico, focusing on industry-based research and the collaboration between companies, universities, and government labs. It delves into the evolution of technology, highlighting key insights from Dr. Brown of the Santa Fe Institute, whose work integrates the concepts of evolutionary technology and complexity economics, particularly through agent-based modeling and combinatorial science.00:00 Introduction to...

    1 min

  2. 12/16/2024

    Navigating Complexity: Timothy Clancy on Modeling and Policy-Making

    In this episode of The Flux, hosted by John Cordier, CEO of Epistemix, we hear from Timothy Clancy, a researcher from the University of Maryland's START program. Recorded at the Complex Social Systems Society of the Americas Conference in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Clancy shares insights from his career, which spans government work and applied studies on national security. They discuss the evolution of modeling in policy-making, the challenges of visualizing complex data, and the importance of bui...

    33 min

  3. 12/02/2024

    Exploring Agent-Based Modeling for Complex Policy Challenges with Sherwin Brown

    In this episode of The Flux, host John Cordier, CEO at Epistemix, interviews Sherwin Brown from MITRE. Sherwin shares his journey into agent-based modeling, starting from his background in health management and policy. He discusses the role of data science and analytics in solving complex problems, such as monitoring the impact of the Affordable Care Act and tackling issues like homelessness and opioid overdoses. Sherwin emphasizes the importance of visual storytelling in agent-based modeling...

    11 min

  4. 11/18/2024

    Exploring Data-Driven Decision Making with Bill Rand

    In this episode of 'The Flux,' we dive deep into data-driven decision making with Bill Rand from NC State University. Join us as Bill discusses his work in agent-based modeling, social media misinformation, and various innovative projects. Discover how agent-based modeling can provide insights into human behavior, business analytics, and even intergenerational trauma. Learn how different modeling approaches can help forecast outcomes, refine decision-making processes, and provide better polic...

    40 min

  5. 11/04/2024

    Revolutionizing Engineering: The Power of AI and Simulation with Dave Freed

    In this episode of The Flux, join Dave Freed, Senior Director at Ansys, as he delves into the transformative world of computer simulations. With a rich history from Exa Corporation to OnScale and Ansys, Dave explores the evolution and future of simulations, highlighting their pivotal role in automotive, aerospace, and nuclear engineering. Discover how simulations have advanced to replace costly physical testing, improve accuracy, and prevent errors. Learn about intriguing real-world applicati...

    40 min

  6. 10/21/2024

    Transforming Data into Decisions: Insights from Matt Madden at BYU​​

    In this episode of The Flux, host John Cordier interviews Matt Madden, Director of the BYU Marketing Lab, about his work in making complex statistics and marketing analytics accessible. Madden discusses the lab's unique approach, which allows students to apply their skills in real-world consulting projects. They delve into key topics like market research techniques such as conjoint analysis, which helps students and clients understand consumer behavior more accurately than traditional surveys...

    45 min

  7. 10/07/2024

    Navigating Complex Systems with Don Burke: Epidemiology, AI, and Modeling

    In this episode of The Flux, host John Cordier sits down with Don Burke, co-founder of Epistemix and a trailblazing epidemiologist, to explore the fascinating intersection of infectious disease research, artificial intelligence, and agent-based modeling (ABM). Burke shares his journey from a traditional career in infectious disease research to becoming a passionate advocate for modeling and simulation, offering a behind-the-scenes look at his groundbreaking work with HIV, vaccines, and global...

    45 min

  8. 09/30/2024

    The Tipping Point for Agent-Based Modeling with Rob Axtell

    In this episode of The Flux, John Cordier interviews Rob Axtell fromGeorge Mason University, where he leads the largest graduate programin agent-based modeling (ABM) globally. Axtell shares his journey intocomplex systems modeling and how the field has evolved since the1990s. He explains how George Mason’s Ph.D. program inComputational Social Science is shaping the next generation of expertswho go on to roles in government, research, and the private sector.They discuss the power of agent-base...

    40 min

  9. 09/17/2024

    The Intersection of Science Fiction and Reality: A Conversation with Sam Arbesman

    In The Intersection of Science Fiction and Reality episode of The Flux podcast, host John Cordier engages in a conversation with Sam Arbesman, Scientist-in-Residence at Lux Capital and Research Fellow at the Long Now Foundation. They explore how science fiction, video games, and computational social science intersect to influence real-world innovations.Harbisman shares how early experiences like playing SimCity and reading Isaac Asimov's Foundation Trilogy sparked his interest in complexity s...

    37 min

  10. 09/03/2024

    The Growing Impact of Agent-Based Modeling with Matt Kohler

    In this episode of The Flux, John Cordier interviews Matt Kohler, Applied Complexity Scientist at MITRE and President of the Computational Social Science Society of the Americas, about the transformative power of agent-based modeling (ABM). Kohler explains how ABM simulates complex human systems and helps decision-makers understand the ripple effects of their choices. From anthropology to economics, Kohler shares examples of how ABM is helping scientists and leaders explore new insights.As te...

    32 min

  11. 08/14/2024

    The Future of Agent-Based Modeling: Insights from Josh Epstein

    In the inaugural episode of The Flux, John Cordier, CEO of Epistemix, interviews Josh Epstein, Director of the Agent-Based Modeling Lab at NYU and a prominent figure at the Santa Fe Institute. The discussion revolves around the potential and progress of agent-based modeling (ABM), particularly in public health, economics, and beyond.Epstein shares insights into how ABM creates simulations of artificial societies to generate real-world patterns like epidemics or wealth distributions. He highli...

    39 min
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Welcome to The Flux - where we talk data, decisions, and stories of people asking the what-if questions to create an intentional impact on the future. 

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