Truetalks

Jaylin Man / Darian Pan
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we talk to fascinating people. better by design. cohosts: Jaylin Man / Darian Pan

  1. FEB 4

    105. He's the reason why your phone auto-rotates.. ft. Shiqi Zhang

    #truetalks #podcast #interview #professor #researcher #robotics #AI #artificialintelligence #LLM #GuideDog On this episode of the Truetalks Podcast, we sit down with a very special guest, Professor Shiqi Zhang. Shiqi Zhang is an Associate Professor of Computer Science and a researcher at Binghamton University, who offers a unique perspective on the intersection of robotics and AI. Professor Zhang, who has been working on all kinds of robots for 15 years, discusses his background, including his early work in pattern recognition that led to technology for cell phones to automatically rotate images based on gravity detection. He clarifies a big misconception, explaining that AI is "much more than generative... models," encompassing fields like computer vision, robotics, and natural language processing. We also explore the future of mobile robotics, including advancements in the locomotion of humanoid robots, and his current work on developing a robotic guide dog to serve the blind and visually impaired. The goal of this research is to provide an alternative to biological guide dogs, since training a guide dog can be very expensive, costing about $50,000 in many places or up to $150,000 in New York State, and the graduation rate is low, under 50%. Get ready to rethink your understanding of AI and the transformative work being done in robotics. 🎙️ Truetalks is 100% produced by us. Subscribing to our content is the BEST way to support what we do: https://linktr.ee/truetalkspodcast 📩 Got a story or question for the next episode? Email us: hello.truetalks@gmail.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY: https://discord.gg/ArUeHwnS 🌱 Support your mind and body — our favorite wellness picks: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dxOOtIzwFC8wRebkX1wNl Follow Truetalks: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truetalks.podcast TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@truetalkspodcast Spotify: https://tr.ee/Sfe1TVKZLC Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truetalks/id1489817610 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/truetalkspodcast Discord: https://discord.gg/ArUeHwnS Follow Jaylin Man: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaylin__man Follow Darian Pan: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darian.pan Follow Shiqi Zhang: Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=D0pzuNoAAAAJ&hl=en Binghamton Website: https://www.binghamton.edu/computer-science/people/profile.html?id=zhangs

    55 min

  2. FEB 2

    104. Entrepreneurship, Consulting, and the Mindset of a Founder ft. Tom Myers

    #truetalks #podcast #interview #founder #entrepreneurship #startup #consulting #AI #Pronexus #business #mindset On this episode, we sit down with Tom Myers, Co-founder of Pro Nexus, an expert automation platform. Tom shares his journey from running a power washing business in college to strategy consulting, and the "aha moment" that led him to leave corporate life to solve a painful problem in the expert network space. He dives deep into the founder mindset, the importance of understanding incentives, how to derisk the jump from your 9-to-5, and the critical role of technical talent in the era of AI. Tom also reveals his two core priorities for running a startup (Product and Sales) and why his company's mascot is a cockroach. 🎙️ Truetalks is 100% produced by us. Subscribing to our content is the BEST way to support what we do: https://linktr.ee/truetalkspodcast 📩 Got a story or question for the next episode? Email us: hello.truetalks@gmail.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY: https://discord.gg/ArUeHwnS 🌱 Support your mind and body — our favorite wellness picks: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dxOOtIzwFC8wRebkX1wNl Follow Truetalks: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truetalks.podcast TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@truetalkspodcast Spotify: https://tr.ee/Sfe1TVKZLC Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truetalks/id1489817610 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/truetalkspodcast Discord: https://discord.gg/ArUeHwnS Follow Jaylin Man: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaylin__man Follow Darian Pan: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darian.pan Follow Tom Myers: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommyers8/ Pro Nexus: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pronexus-ai/

    56 min

  3. JAN 25

    103. The Psychology of Decision Making in Marketing ft. Subimal Chatterjee

    #truetalks #podcast #interview #professor #researcher #marketing #behavioralscience #decisionmaking #consumerrationality #biasesOn this episode, we sit down with Professor Chatterjee, a professor and researcher at Binghamton University, who offers a unique perspective on consumer decision-making. Professor Chatterjee dives deep into his work on behavioral economics and marketing, revealing why people make seemingly irrational decisions. We explore concepts like the "Bat and Ball problem," mental accounting, and loss aversion, as well as the strategy behind successful movie sequels. Get ready to rethink how your instincts and biases shape your choices.🎙️ Truetalks is 100% produced by us. Subscribing to our content is the BEST way to support what we do: linktr.ee/truetalkspodcast📩 Got a story or question for the next episode? Email us: hello.truetalks@gmail.comJOIN OUR COMMUNITY: discord.gg/ArUeHwnS🌱 Support your mind and body — our favorite wellness picks: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dxOOtIzwFC8wRebkX1wNlFollow Truetalks:Instagram: instagram.com/truetalks.podcastTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@truetalkspodcastSpotify: tr.ee/Sfe1TVKZLCApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truetalks/id1489817610Linktree: linktr.ee/truetalkspodcastDiscord: discord.gg/ArUeHwnSFollow Jaylin Man:Instagram: instagram.com/jaylin__manFollow Darian Pan:Instagram: instagram.com/darian.panFollow Brad Cannon:Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=I8HElSAAAAAJ&hl=en

    53 min

  4. 09/09/2025

    102. Clearing the Myths Behind Your Finances ft. Brad Cannon

    #truetalks #podcast #interview #professor #researcher #finance #behavioralfinance #money #investing #tipsOn this episode, we sit down with Brad Cannon, a professor and researcher at Binghamton University, who offers a unique perspective on financial wellness. Brad dives deep into his work on behavioral and household finances, revealing how our mindset shapes our financial decisions. We explore practical tips for managing money, building wealth, and navigating the complexities of investing. Get ready to rethink your approach to personal finance and achieve financial stability.-----🎙️ Truetalks is 100% produced by us. Subscribing to our content is the BEST way to support what we do: https://linktr.ee/truetalkspodcast📩 Got a story or question for the next episode? Email us: hello.truetalks@gmail.comJOIN OUR COMMUNITY: https://discord.gg/ArUeHwnS🌱 Support your mind and body — our favorite wellness picks: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dxOOtIzwFC8wRebkX1wNlFollow Truetalks:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truetalks.podcastTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@truetalkspodcastSpotify: https://tr.ee/Sfe1TVKZLCApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truetalks/id1489817610Linktree: https://linktr.ee/truetalkspodcastDiscord: https://discord.gg/ArUeHwnSFollow Jaylin Man: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaylin__manFollow Darian Pan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darian.panFollow Brad Cannon:LinkedIn:Binghamton University Profile: https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwj3ibuhw8qPAxWXl4kEHU5WB_MQFnoECCMQAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.binghamton.edu%2Fsom%2Fdocs%2Fcv%2Fbcannon.cv.pdf&usg=AOvVaw1U8wy9Ewzk-ixDcevA6EkE&opi=89978449Brad Cannon Google Sites: https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwj3ibuhw8qPAxWXl4kEHU5WB_MQFnoECBkQAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fsites.google.com%2Fview%2Fbrad-cannon%2Fhome&usg=AOvVaw14w4r6jk7q82244vKXAk4m&opi=89978449

    45 min

  5. 08/29/2025

    101. Be Bold ft. Jeff Zhang

    #truetalks #podcast #interview #startup #entrepreneur #mindset #college #automation #productivity #life On this episode, we sit down with Jeff Zhang, a brilliant mind who offers a truly unique perspective on life and success. Jeff dives deep into his personal journey, revealing how he mastered the college admissions process, launched his own startups, and developed a revolutionary mindset for tackling life's biggest challenges. We also explore his innovative approach to automation, tackling tasks that no one else thought possible. Get ready to rethink your approach to productivity, ambition, and personal growth. 🎙️ Truetalks is 100% produced by us. Subscribing to our content is the BEST way to support what we do: https://linktr.ee/truetalkspodcast 📩 Got a story or question for the next episode? Email us: hello.truetalks@gmail.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY:   / discord   🌱 Support your mind and body — our favorite wellness picks: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dxOOtI...Follow Truetalks:Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/truetalks.podcast TikTok:  www.tiktok.com/@truetalkspodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dxOOtI... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Linktree: https://linktr.ee/truetalkspodcast Discord: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dxOOtI...Follow Jaylin Man: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaylin__man Follow Darian Pan: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/darian.pan Follow Jeff Zhang: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobajef

    33 min

  6. 08/21/2025

    100. Spicy Hot Takes (Special Edition)

    #truetalks #podcast #hottakes #milestone #100episodes #entrepreneurship #futureplans #qanda #community #growth #hotseat On this special, milestone episode, we turn the mic on ourselves! Jaylin and Darian sit down to celebrate a massive accomplishment: our 100th episode. We dive into some of our spiciest hot takes on love and life, answering some of your most-asked questions along the way. We also pull back the curtain on where we want to take the podcast next and what you can expect from us in the future. This is a look into our journey and a thank you to the incredible community that got us here. 🎙️ Truetalks is 100% produced by us. Subscribing to our content is the BEST way to support what we do: [https://linktr.ee/truetalkspodcast](https://linktr.ee/truetalkspodcast) 📩 Got a story or question for the next episode? Email us: hello.truetalks@gmail.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY: 🌱 Support your mind and body — our favorite wellness picks: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dxOOtI Follow Truetalks: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truetalks.podcast TikTok: [www.tiktok.com/@truetalkspodcast](https://www.tiktok.com/@truetalkspodcast) Spotify: [https://open.spotify.com/show/1dxOOtI](https://open.spotify.com/show/1dxOOtI)... Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast)... Linktree: [https://linktr.ee/truetalkspodcast](https://linktr.ee/truetalkspodcast) Discord: [https://open.spotify.com/show/1dxOOtI](https://open.spotify.com/show/1dxOOtI)... --- Follow Jaylin Man: Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/jaylin__man](https://www.instagram.com/jaylin__man) --- Follow Darian Pan: Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/darian.pan](https://www.instagram.com/darian.pan)

    54 min

  7. 07/29/2025

    99. Interviewing a $45.5M Funded Researcher ft. Nancy Guo

    #truetalks #podcast #interview #ai #research #startup #entrepreneur On today’s groundbreaking episode, we sit down with Dr. Nancy Guo, a visionary researcher who has secured an incredible $45.5 million in funding for her pioneering work. Dr. Guo dives deep into her journey, offering unparalleled insights into the cutting edge of AI, her impactful research in the medical space, and her experiences as an entrepreneur in the startup world. Get ready to explore the intersection of groundbreaking science and real-world innovation.🎙️ Truetalks is 100% produced by us. Subscribing to our content is the BEST way to support what we do: https://linktr.ee/truetalkspodcast📩 Got a story or question for the next episode? Email us: hello.truetalks@gmail.comJOIN OUR COMMUNITY: https://discord.gg/ArUeHwnS🌱 Support your mind and body — our favorite wellness picks: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dxOOtIzwFC8wRebkX1wNlFollow Truetalks:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truetalks.podcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@truetalkspodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dxOOtIzwFC8wRebkX1wNlApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truetalks/id1489817610Linktree: https://linktr.ee/truetalkspodcastDiscord: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dxOOtIzwFC8wRebkX1wNlFollow Jaylin Man:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaylin__man/Follow Darian Pan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darian.pan/Nancy Guo's Work:Binghamton Page: https://www.binghamton.edu/computer-science/people/profile.html?id=nguo1Google Scholar Page: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=vNu3uO8AAAAJ&hl=en#podcast #truetalks #truetech #interviews #jaylinman #darianpan #NancyGuo #Research

    1h 18m

  8. 07/04/2025

    98. The Story Behind a Young Nonprofit Starter

    #truetalks #podcast #interview On today’s episode, we sit down with Kevin Zhu, a visionary founder of a nonprofit organization dedicated to tackling the education crisis. Kevin, currently at Brown University, shares his incredible journey, including his experiences in consulting and how it shaped his path to social impact. No scripts. No filters. Just real talks.🎙️ Truetalks is 100% produced by us. Subscribing to our content is the BEST way to support what we do: https://linktr.ee/truetalkspodcast📩 Got a story or question for the next episode? Email us: hello.truetalks@gmail.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY: https://discord.gg/ArUeHwnS 🌱 Support your mind and body — our favorite wellness picks: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dxOOtIzwFC8wRebkX1wNl Follow Truetalks: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truetalks.podcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@truetalkspodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dxOOtIzwFC8wRebkX1wNl Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truetalks/id1489817610 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/truetalkspodcast Discord: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dxOOtIzwFC8wRebkX1wNl Follow Jaylin Man: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaylin__man/ Follow Darian Pan: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darian.pan/ Follow Kevin Zhu: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinyzhu/ #podcast #truetalks #truetech #interviews #jaylinman #darianpan #KevinZhu #Nonprofit #EducationCrisis #BrownUniversity #Consulting #SocialImpact

    43 min
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we talk to fascinating people. better by design. cohosts: Jaylin Man / Darian Pan

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  • Creator
    Jaylin Man / Darian Pan
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    106
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Jaylin Man / Darian Pan
  • Show Website
    Truetalks