Reflections while at AcademyEx

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Using this show to play with creating podcasts from curiosities while attending the Masters of Technological Futures program and experimenting using AI for everything. Topics chosen are based on what I am curious about and all published shows will be accompanied with a white paper and references for anyone curious and interested

Episodes

  1. Mar 20

    The Heavy Silence of Eve Martin

    The Weight of Knowing Eve Martin is a poignant and contemplative exploration of memory, love, and the crushing burden of shared secrets. As Eve Rebecca Martin nears the end of her life, she finds herself "aging backwards" into a state of physical vulnerability, looking back on her past as if watching a movie. While her mind drifts through sun-drenched memories of Eric—a man she loved with swelling pride—she is forced to confront the "cold hard truth" that he was not who she thought he was.This narrative delves into the complex duality of Eve’s life: the beautiful family moments by the sea contrasted against the dark reality of Eric’s actions—crimes that Eve not only tolerated but actively helped cover up. Now, in her final days, Eve grapples with a profound weight of guilt and shame, choosing to weep in silence rather than burdening her children with the truth. It is a powerful study of the secrets we keep to protect those we love and the internal cost of being an accomplice to the past.

    39 min

  2. 04/09/2025

    Six Weeks Into AcademyEx: A Heart-to-Heart Reflection

    An individual reflection on their initial six weeks at academyEx, highlighting their motivations for joining after feeling burnt out from corporate life and seeking to reignite their learning curiosity. Initially excited, they soon felt overwhelmed by the demanding coursework, struggling with self-management and new subject matter. However, constructive feedback and the academy's supportive structure, including industry mentors, proved crucial in helping them navigate these challenges. The author now feels a sense of growth and reaffirms their decision to attend, offering advice to prospective students on engaging with the programme and utilising available resources like AI tools and reflection. https://ansense.nz/?p=1946

    6 min

  3. 04/03/2025

    Historical roots of corporate labour practices in New Zealand

    This is an AI generated podcast, with the only intention of practice of publication of topics I find interesting backed by research and data Executive Summary: This briefing document examines the interconnectedness between historical unfair labour practices and the current employment landscape, particularly for full-time employees in large corporations in New Zealand. It highlights how historical events, legislative changes, and societal norms have shaped a labour market where the echoes of past exploitation persist. The analysis also draws on a more general source to illustrate how similar dynamics play out internationally, with a focus on employer strategies against unionisation and the psychological impact on employees. Understanding this synergy is crucial for developing fairer and more sustainable employment practices in Aotearoa and beyond.

    21 min

  4. 03/30/2025

    Harnessing the Creativity, even through repetitive and "boring" work

    This is an AI generated podcast as part of my play with tools and topics as part of my Masters program at academyEX. This topic is based on a white paper generated by Storm AI, about the connection between creativity and boredom when performing tactical repetitive work

    17 min

  5. 03/24/2025

    Tips on transitioning from a corporate environment to a research based learning environment

    As I started my masters program at academyEx, I found myself struggling to focus. My executive functions of planning and self motivation was struggling. So after journeying through my own drama triangle of self loathing, I thought why not use this to my benefit as a problem to solve. So I did some research and realised that there is a reason for my struggle. This episodes shares the struggles while simultaneously allowing me to play with AI tools like Stormy and notebookLM.This podcast is a fully AI generated conversation.

    17 min
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Using this show to play with creating podcasts from curiosities while attending the Masters of Technological Futures program and experimenting using AI for everything. Topics chosen are based on what I am curious about and all published shows will be accompanied with a white paper and references for anyone curious and interested

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