Human Pulse

Anne Trager & Fabrice Neuman

Living Well with Technology. Welcome to the Human Pulse Podcast, where we dive deep into the beautiful chaos of being human in a world increasingly shaped by technology. Hosted by Anne Trager (Human Potential Coach) & Fabrice Neuman (Tech consultant for small companies) More on humanpulsepodcast.com

  1. 30- Entertaining Ourselves To Death

    JAN 20

    30- Entertaining Ourselves To Death

    Living Well with Technology. In Episode 30 of the Human Pulse Podcast, hosts Anne Trager and Fabrice Neuman delve into the complexities of living in a world saturated with abundance and distractions. They discuss the concept of anhedonia, the inability to find joy in activities, as highlighted by Dr. Anna Lemke, and how the relentless pursuit of pleasure can lead to a cycle of stress and dissatisfaction. The conversation shifts to the impact of modern technology and social media on our attention spans and mental health, emphasizing the need for intentionality in our digital consumption. Anne and Fabrice share personal strategies for managing distractions, such as using specific devices for designated tasks and the importance of creating environments conducive to focus and productivity. They also explore the philosophical implications of our current attention economy, referencing thinkers like Paul Valéry and Étienne Klein, who have long warned about the effects of excessive communication on human cognition. They conclude with practical takeaways for listeners, including the importance of self-discipline, the benefits of doing hard tasks first, and the value of honesty in combating addictive behaviors. This episode serves as a call to action for listeners to reflect on their relationship with technology and to cultivate a more balanced approach to pleasure and productivity. ——— Chapters 00:00 Introduction Quote 00:30 The Impact of Technology on Pleasure 04:24 The Attention Economy and Its Challenges 07:54 Historical Perspectives on Communication 09:57 Personal Strategies for Managing Distractions 14:33 The Role of Intentions vs. Resolutions 17:20 Balancing Focus and Distraction 21:25 Legal and Social Solutions to Digital Dependency 22:55 Practical Takeaways for Mindful Living ⸻ Recording Date: Jan. 18th, 2026 Hosts: Anne Trager – Human Potential & Executive Performance Coach & Fabrice Neuman – Tech Consultant for Small Businesses We would appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Thanks for sharing. ⸻ Resources & Links The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett https://youtu.be/2ZKLaUbB33o?si=CLr0VDvZrmQGNLfz La Conversation Scientifique par Étienne Klein (podcast on France Culture) Devrions-nous faire plus attention à notre attention ? (Should We Pay More Attention To Our Attention?) https://www.radiofrance.fr/franceculture/podcasts/la-conversation-scientifique/devrions-nous-faire-plus-attention-a-notre-attention-7586770 How to disable YouTube’s history https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/95725 Sending Web pages as eBooks with Push To Kindle https://www.pushtokindle.com ⸻

    30 min
  2. 29- Trust, Truth and the AI Slop Multiverse

    JAN 6

    29- Trust, Truth and the AI Slop Multiverse

    Living Well with Technology. In Episode 29 of the Human Pulse Podcast, hosts Anne Trager and Fabrice Neuman discuss the implications of the multiverse trope in media, the concept of 'slop' in information, and the challenges of discerning truth in an AI-driven world. They explore the change in scale of information vs sources available today, the role of trust in society, and practical steps to navigate the complexities of modern media consumption. They explore the widespread presence of multiverses in popular culture, the rise of overwhelming AI-generated content, and the difficulty of discerning truth in the digital age. Recording Date: Jan. 4th, 2026 Hosts: Anne Trager – Human Potential & Executive Performance Coach & Fabrice Neuman – Tech Consultant for Small Businesses ⸻ Connect with us Fabrice Neuman Connect with Fabrice on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fabriceneuman/ Connect with Fabrice on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/fabriceneuman.fr Find out more: https://www.pro-fusion-conseils.fr Anne Trager Connect with Anne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annetrager/ Connect with Anne on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/annetrager.com Find out more: https://www.potentializer-academy.com Book a call: https://calendly.com/potentializer-academy/lets-talk We would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Thanks for sharing. Resources & Links “Welcome to the Slopverse”, by Ian Bogost in The Atlantic https://apple.news/AZlksDyHOQ42q8ylvoxb-jg Slop: Word of the year by Merriam-Webster-Webster https://www.merriam-webster.com/wordplay/word-of-the-year AI Slop on Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWpg1RmzAbc Fringe (TV show) on Amazon Prime Video https://www.primevideo.com/detail/0KZW29L9Y0POR6UT6HNAY2EQ53/ Chapters 00:00 Exploring the Multiverse Trope 02:28 The Concept of 'Slop' in Media 06:51 The Impact of Scale on Truth 10:42 Navigating AI-Generated Content 15:50 The Importance of Trust in Information 18:11 The Disturbing Nature of Non-Truths 20:03 Practical Steps to Discern Truth 23:55 Finding Positivity in the Multiverse

    22 min
  3. 28-Do We Need To Understand Tech To Use It?

    12/09/2025

    28-Do We Need To Understand Tech To Use It?

    Living Well with Technology. In Episode 28 of the Human Pulse Podcast, hosts Fabrice Neuman and Anne Trager explore the intricate relationship between technology and education, emphasizing the importance of connectivity and digital literacy. They discuss the challenges and opportunities presented by rapid technological advancements, particularly in the context of education. The conversation highlights the need for a balanced understanding of technology, encouraging listeners to be intentional about their tech use and to appreciate the infrastructure that supports their digital lives. ⸻ Recording Date: Dec. 7th, 2025 Hosts: Fabrice Neuman – Tech Consultant for Small Businesses & Anne Trager – Human Potential & Executive Performance Coach ⸻ Connect with us Fabrice Neuman Connect with Fabrice on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fabriceneuman/ Connect with Fabrice on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/fabriceneuman.fr Find out more: https://www.pro-fusion-conseils.fr Anne Trager Connect with Anne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annetrager/ Connect with Anne on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/annetrager.com Find out more: https://www.potentializer-academy.com Book a call: https://calendly.com/potentializer-academy/lets-talk We would also appreciate a rating and review in Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Thanks for sharing. ⸻ Resources & Links Learning made easier in Guyana’s hinterland with high-speed internet (Ministry of Education) https://dpi.gov.gy/learning-made-easier-in-guyanas-hinterland-with-high-speed-internet/ Close to 158 hinterland schools being connected to internet (Guyana Standard) https://www.guyanastandard.com/2025/05/23/close-to-158-hinterland-schools-being-connected-to-internet/ Blended Learning (Edutopia) https://www.edutopia.org/topic/flipped-classroom Flipped Classrooms (The Derek Bok Center for Teaching and Learning - Harvard University) https://bokcenter.harvard.edu/flipped-classrooms Beekee Box, Your Classroom on the Go https://beekee.ch/beekeebox/ ⸻ Chapters (00:00) Intro (02:37) Education and Technology: Bridging the Gap (04:44) The Flipped Classroom: A New Approach to Learning (07:29) Understanding Our Relationship with Technology (09:03) The Invisible Infrastructure of Technology (11:41) The Importance of Basic Tech Knowledge (16:34) AI and the Need for Understanding How It Works (19:12) Different Types of Technology Users (24:20) Intentional Use of Technology (26:51) Learning and Adapting to New Tools (29:17) Conclusion

    31 min
  4. 27- Are We Surrendering Our Humanity to Machines?

    11/25/2025

    27- Are We Surrendering Our Humanity to Machines?

    Living Well with Technology. In Episode 27 of the Human Pulse Podcast, hosts Anne Trager and Fabrice Neuman shift from practical tech advice to a philosophical discussion on the evolving relationship between humans and machines. Inspired by the work of philosopher Jean-Michel Besnier, they explore whether our reliance on intelligent technology enriches our lives or causes us to surrender our humanity. The hosts debate the nuances of AI as a tool versus a crutch, citing examples of generative AI errors in journalism. They also break down psychiatrist Serge Tisseron’s four stages of our relationship with objects—viewing them as servants, witnesses, accomplices, and emotional partners. The conversation concludes with a look at the dangers of anthropomorphizing AI and the transhumanist drive to become "repairable objects" in the quest for immortality. ⸻ Recording Date: Nov. 16th, 2025 Hosts: Anne Trager – Human Potential & Executive Performance Coach & Fabrice Neuman – Tech Consultant for Small Businesses ⸻ Connect with us Fabrice Neuman Connect with Fabrice on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fabriceneuman/ Connect with Fabrice on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/fabriceneuman.fr Find out more: https://www.pro-fusion-conseils.fr Anne Trager Connect with Anne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annetrager/ Connect with Anne on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/annetrager.com Find out more: https://www.potentializer-academy.com Book a call: https://calendly.com/potentializer-academy/lets-talk We would also appreciate a rating and review in Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Thanks for sharing. ⸻ Resources & Links Newspaper Issues Apology As Readers Can’t Believe What Made It Into Print (Newsweek) https://www.newsweek.com/newspaper-issues-apology-readers-cant-believe-print-11047759 What happens when we marry brains to machines? (David Eagleman) https://eagleman.com/podcast/what-happens-when-we-marry-brains-to-machines-with-sergey-stavisky/ How hackers turned Claude Code into a semi-autonomous cyber-weapon (Ben Dickson’s Substack) https://bdtechtalks.substack.com/p/how-hackers-turned-claude-code-into ⸻ Chapters (00:00) Intro (00:29) The Philosophical Question: Are We Becoming Objects? (01:35) The Shovel Analogy and the Pakistani AI Newspaper Error (04:17) Stage 1: Technology as a Servant (05:52) Stage 2: Technology as a Witness (10:33) Stages 3 & 4: Technology as Accomplice and Emotional Partner (12:43) The Anthropomorphism Trap (16:22) From Adapting to Machines to Machines Adapting to Us (22:15) Transhumanism and the Quest to Be Repairable (24:10) Conclusion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    25 min
  5. 26- Stephanie Thurrott: If It's Not Magical, Why Are You Using It?

    11/11/2025

    26- Stephanie Thurrott: If It's Not Magical, Why Are You Using It?

    Living Well with Technology. In this episode, Fabrice Neuman and Anne Trager speak with Stephanie Thurrott, a seasoned freelance writer and content creator with over 20 years of experience. Stephanie defines "living well with technology" through the concepts of energy management and magic. Our conversation explores digital boundaries. Stephanie recounts practicing balance over detox during a vacation, avoiding work email and social media but still using maps. This made her aware of mindless phone checks. Back home, she moved app icons to different screens to create a mental trigger, forcing her to ask, "Wait, why am I here? ». A Work-from-Home veteran, Stephanie manages focus by killing most notifications and stressing the necessity of a dedicated physical office space for mental separation. Outside of work, she uses AI as a personal assistant to research complex topics like travel insurance or used cars. But the most profound "magical" technology in her life is her son's cochlear implant, which she calls extraordinary. The episode concludes that living well with tech means embracing the magic, but also asking, "When it's not magical, …why isn’t it, and why are you using it?" Our warm thanks to Stephanie Thurrott for this wonderfully practical and personal conversation. Oh, and… 60 square meters equal 645 square feet. ⸻ Recording Date: Oct. 31st, 2025 Hosts: Fabrice Neuman – Tech Consultant for Small Businesses & Anne Trager – Human Potential & Executive Performance Coach ⸻ Connect with us Fabrice Neuman Connect with Fabrice on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fabriceneuman/ Connect with Fabrice on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/fabriceneuman.fr Find out more: https://www.pro-fusion-conseils.fr Anne Trager Connect with Anne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annetrager/ Connect with Anne on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/annetrager.com Find out more: https://www.potentializer-academy.com Book a call: https://calendly.com/potentializer-academy/lets-talk We would also appreciate a rating and review in Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Thanks for sharing. ⸻ Resources & Links Eternal Spring (Stephanie and Paul Thurrott’s Substack) https://eternalspringcdmx.com Stephanie’s Instagram: @stephthurrott Stephanie’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniethurrott/ ⸻ Chapters (00:00) Intro (01:54) The Magic of Technology in Daily Life (04:55) Conscientious Tech Choices (08:04) Managing E-mail and Work-Life Balance (10:57) Creating Effective Work Environnements (14:02) The Importance of Space in Remote Work (16:20) Navigating Work-from-Home Challenges (17:26) Technology Beyond Work (20:34) Parenting in the Digital Age (23:08) Consent and Communication in Tech Family Use (27:40) The Magic of Technology in Daily Life (30:02) Get in Touch with Stephanie and Conclusion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    32 min
  6. 25- Focus Modes and Brain Focus

    10/28/2025

    25- Focus Modes and Brain Focus

    Living Well with Technology. In this episode, Anne Trager and Fabrice Neuman delve into the complexities of managing interruptions and notifications in our technology-driven lives. They explore how constant notifications can affect our focus, relationships, and productivity, and discuss strategies for finding a balance between responsiveness and deep work. The conversation highlights the importance of managing expectations with others and the need for effective communication in high-pressure situations. They also touch on the future implications of immediacy in our interactions with technology and each other.  ⸻ Recording Date: Oct. 22nd, 2025 Hosts: Anne Trager – Human Potential & Executive Performance Coach & Fabrice Neuman – Tech Consultant for Small Businesses ⸻ Connect with us Fabrice Neuman Connect with Fabrice on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fabriceneuman/ Connect with Fabrice on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/fabriceneuman.fr Find out more: https://www.pro-fusion-conseils.fr Anne Trager Connect with Anne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annetrager/ Connect with Anne on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/annetrager.com Find out more: https://www.potentializer-academy.com Book a call: https://calendly.com/potentializer-academy/lets-talk We would also appreciate a rating and review in Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Thanks for sharing. ⸻ Resources & Links Download your One-week Attention Reset now https://www.annetrager.com/attentionreset Resuming focus study https://ics.uci.edu/~gmark/CHI2005.pdf Interview with the same researcher who says “it takes about 25 and a half minutes to pick up that original interrupted project.” https://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/news/cant-pay-attention-youre-not-alone The Cortex podcast on Relay.fm https://www.relay.fm/cortex ⸻ Chapters (00:00) Managing Interruptions and Notifications (10:32) The Impact of Interruptions on Focus (18:26) Finding Balance Between Focus and Responsiveness (28:45) The Future of Immediacy and Technology Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min
  7. 24- Raymond Hegarty: The Future Of Creativity

    10/07/2025

    24- Raymond Hegarty: The Future Of Creativity

    Living Well with Technology. In this episode of the Human Pulse Podcast, hosts Fabrice Neuman and Anne Trager discuss the implications of artificial intelligence on intellectual property with guest Raymond Hegarty. They explore the intersection of creativity and technology, the essence of originality, and the evolving landscape of intellectual property rights in an AI-driven world. On the table are the challenges and opportunities presented by AI, the importance of intellectual capital, and the future of creative industries. And also Piranha movies.  ⸻ Recording Date: Oct. 4th, 2025 Hosts: Fabrice Neuman – Tech Consultant for Small Businesses & Anne Trager – Human Potential & Executive Performance Coach Guest: Raymond Hegarty, IP strategist ⸻ Connect with us Fabrice Neuman Connect with Fabrice on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fabriceneuman/ Connect with Fabrice on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/fabriceneuman.fr Find out more: https://www.pro-fusion-conseils.fr Anne Trager Connect with Anne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annetrager/ Connect with Anne on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/annetrager.com Find out more: https://www.potentializer-academy.com Book a call: https://calendly.com/potentializer-academy/lets-talk We would also appreciate a rating and review in Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Thanks for sharing. ⸻ Resources & Links Raymond Hegarty’s website: https://raymondhegarty.com Open AI Sora 2 AI video creation tool: https://openai.com/index/sora-2/ Google’s Gemini Nano Banana: https://gemini.google/overview/image-generation/ ⸻ Chapters (00:00) Introduction: Can IP still be IP in our AI world? (02:30) The Intersection of Creativity and Technology (05:15) Understanding Intellectual Capital (07:45) The Role of AI in Creative Processes (10:25) The Essence of Creativity and Originality (13:05) The Future of Intellectual Property (15:45) Navigating the AI Landscape (18:25) Concerns and Opportunities with AI (21:10) Living Well with Technology (24:00) Final Thoughts and Reflections Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    29 min
  8. 23- Form Over Function: Want Over Need?

    09/23/2025

    23- Form Over Function: Want Over Need?

    Living Well with Technology. In this episode of the Human Pulse Podcast, Fabrice Neuman and Anne Trager discuss the ongoing tension between form and function in technology, particularly in the context of recent smartphone releases and generative AI tools. They explore how cognitive biases, such as the novelty bias, influence consumer behavior and decision-making in tech adoption, and discuss the psychology behind our attraction to shiny new objects. The conversation also delves into why most but not all AI chatbots are increasingly providing false information. The conversation delves into cognitive biases, feature fatigue, and the challenge of balancing visual design with practical functionality in our tech-driven world. ⸻ Recording Date: Sept. 21st, 2025 Hosts: Fabrice Neuman – Tech Consultant for Small Businesses & Anne Trager – Human Potential & Executive Performance Coach ⸻ Connect with us Fabrice Neuman Connect with Fabrice on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fabriceneuman/ Connect with Fabrice on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/fabriceneuman.fr Find out more: https://www.pro-fusion-conseils.fr Anne Trager Connect with Anne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annetrager/ Connect with Anne on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/annetrager.com Find out more: https://www.potentializer-academy.com Book a call: https://calendly.com/potentializer-academy/lets-talk We would also appreciate a rating and review in Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Thanks for sharing. ⸻ Resources & Links - Open AI: How People Are Using ChatGPT | https://openai.com/index/how-people-are-using-chatgpt/ - NewsGuard: AI False Information Rate Nearly Doubles in One Year | https://www.newsguardtech.com/ai-monitor/august-2025-ai-false-claim-monitor/ - Forbes: Why 95% Of AI Pilots Fail, And What Business Leaders Should Do Instead | https://www.forbes.com/sites/andreahill/2025/08/21/why-95-of-ai-pilots-fail-and-what-business-leaders-should-do-instead/ - Tech Connect Europe: A WITI Networking Hour with Anne Trager and Fabrice Neuman | https://witi.com/networks/france/events/5809/Tech-Connect-Europe:-A-WITI-Networking-Hour/ ⸻ Chapters (00:00) Introduction (00:32) Apple's Form Over Function Problem (03:00) The Novelty Bias in Tech (04:33) When Shiny Becomes Problematic (06:48) AI as the New Shiny Object (07:40) The Truth Crisis in AI (12:43) Finding Better AI Tools (15:11) The Failure of AI in businesses (18:35) Want vs. Need in Technology (23:12) The Psychology of Design and Trust (25:41) Conclusion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Living Well with Technology. Welcome to the Human Pulse Podcast, where we dive deep into the beautiful chaos of being human in a world increasingly shaped by technology. Hosted by Anne Trager (Human Potential Coach) & Fabrice Neuman (Tech consultant for small companies) More on humanpulsepodcast.com

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    Anne Trager & Fabrice Neuman
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    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
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