Thoughts On Tech & Things

Host Jason Michael Perry sits down with Gary Shapiro, Executive Chair of the Consumer Technology Association and the man who led CES for more than 35 years, for a conversation about what it really takes to pivot when everything around you is changing. Recorded on site at CTA's headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, this episode traces the arc of pivoting through Gary's career: from the forced pivot of taking CES fully virtual during COVID, to the slow-burn evolution of technologies like AI and robotics on the show floor, to the policy fights shaping what technology actually reaches consumers. Gary shares the framework from his book Pivot or Die — the startup pivot, the forced pivot, the failure pivot, and the success pivot — and explains why even the smartest leaders struggle with change. They dig into AI adoption, the Trump administration's new AI policy framework, autonomous vehicles stalling in Maryland, the intensifying tech race with China, and what 35 years of walking the CES floor teaches you about separating the breakthroughs from the flameouts. The conversation closes with Gary's own pivot — stepping from CEO to Executive Chair — and with the question of whether Kinsey Fabrizio will let him get a ticket to next year's show. Podcast Notes & Links Gary's latest book, laying out his four-type pivot framework, drawn from decades of leading CTA and watching companies rise and fall at CES The trade association representing more than 2,200 consumer technology companies, the owner and producer of CES Waymo's push to bring autonomous ride-hailing to Baltimore stalls as the Maryland legislature ends its session without passing the bill A deeper look at the regulatory gap keeping driverless cars parked in Maryland while Waymo expands to Dallas, Nashville, and other cities CTA's overview of CES 2026, where robotics and physical AI dominated the show floor A humanoid robot named Lightning finished the Beijing half-marathon in 50 minutes, beating the human world record by nearly seven minutes — then crashed into a barricade at the finish line 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 Shanya Mapson, and Myrna Martinez, Head of Operations and Marketing at PerryLabs.

Host Jason Michael Perry sits down with Jason Stanek, Executive Director of Governmental Services at PJM Interconnection, to unpack why Maryland electricity bills keep climbing — and how the structure of the grid itself is at the center of the problem. Maryland is a net importer — the state produces about 60 percent of the electricity it uses and buys the rest from the regional market. Stanek explains what that actually means: who generates power, who moves it, and who delivers it to your door. He walks through how PJM — the organization that coordinates electricity across 13 states and 65 million people — fits into the system, and why Maryland’s dependence on regional supply has become so expensive as data center demand drives capacity costs sharply higher. The conversation covers the double squeeze on Maryland ratepayers: BGE’s multi-year infrastructure investment plan pushing distribution costs up at the same time that regional generation costs are rising. Stanek also explains the stalled renewable buildout, the fight over the proposed Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project transmission line, and what a new deal between Entergy Louisiana and Meta suggests about how states can push data centers to pay their fair share. Plus: what regular Marylanders can actually do about their bills, including BGE’s time-of-use rate program that rewards off-peak energy use. Sponsors This episode is brought to you by: PerryLabs   Invested in AI but is not seeing results? You’re not alone. PerryLabs helps organizations find what’s working and build what’s next. Start with our AI Assessment at PerryLabs.io HoopDee   Got a baby on the way? HoopDee tracks breast milk and formula with our smart Hoops and free app so you always know what’s fresh, what’s next, and what’s expired. Save 20% off using promo code: thoughts. For more information, visit gethoopdee.com. Podcast Notes & Links PJM Interconnection — Who We Are EIA State Energy Profiles — Maryland WYPR — What Would Happen If Maryland Left the Nation's Largest Power Grid? CNS Maryland — As Data Centers Multiply, Maryland's Power Grid Struggles to Keep Up BGE Residential EV Programs & Time-of-Use Rate TechCrunch — $1B DOE Loan to Restart Three Mile Island Anthropic Exposed 512,000 Lines of Its Own Code WTCI AGILE: Energy Discussion with Panelists Including Jason Stanek 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 Shanya Mapson, and Myrna Martinez, Head of Operations and Marketing at PerryLabs.

Host Jason Michael Perry sits down with Janey Park, founder of The Digital Runway and global marketing strategist, to explore how AI is reshaping the fashion industry — from the design studio to your shopping cart. In this episode, they dig into fashion's long history of failed tech experiments (remember Google's touch-sensitive Levi's jacket?), the Vogue controversy over AI-generated models, virtual try-on tools that create a digital version of you from a selfie, and whether AI can actually have good taste. Janey brings more than 20 years of experience at brands like LVMH, Elizabeth Arden, and Nordstrom, and breaks down what's hype, what's real, and what every consumer should be paying attention to. Sponsors PerryLabs Invested in AI but not seeing results? You're not alone. PerryLabs helps organizations find what's working and build what's next. Start with our AI Assessment at PerryLabs.io World Trade Center Institute The growth path shouldn't stop at the border. WTCI provides the connections, knowledge, and global network Maryland's most ambitious leaders need to scale. Start your global journey at wtci.org Podcast Notes & Links The Digital Runway Newsletter — Janey Park AI Models in Vogue: Your Favorite Model May Not Be Real — CNN AI Has Officially Entered the Fashion Week Conversation — Vogue Fashion AI Expo Debuts During Paris Fashion Week 2026 — Fashion Week Online CFDA and OpenAI Launch Innovation Hub — WWD AI's Big Shopping Breakthrough — Business of Fashion Google's AI Try-On Feature Now Works With Just a Selfie — TechCrunch AI Is Shaking Up Fashion's Workforce — Business of Fashion / McKinsey State of Fashion 2026 Meta Sued Over Smart Glasses Privacy Concerns — TechCrunch Think Twice Before Buying or Using Meta's Ray-Bans — EFF Google + Levi's Project Jacquard — Levi Strauss & Co. 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 producers Sam Bermas-Dawes and Shania Mapson, and Myrna Martinez, Head of Operations and Marketing at PerryLabs.

Host Jason Michael Perry sits down with Marcus Penny, VP of Technology and Digital Services at Bruce Bolt and founder of boutique AI consulting firm Techabo, to dig into one of the most talked-about — and least understood — tools in tech right now: OpenClaw. In this episode, they unpack what OpenClaw actually is, why it feels so different from anything we’ve seen before, and what it really means when an AI can wake up on its own schedule, manage a team of other AIs, and take actions on your behalf — whether you’re watching or not. Marcus brings a practitioner’s eye: real workflows, real failures, and a clear-eyed take on where the hype ends and the genuine opportunity begins. Podcast Notes & Links OpenClaw OpenClaw Security Fears Lead Meta, Other AI Firms to Restrict Its Use – Ars Technica After All the Hype, Some AI Experts Don’t Think OpenClaw Is All That Exciting – TechCrunch Apple Mac Mini Is Having a Moment Thanks to the OpenClaw Craze – Business Insider Personal Computer – Perplexity OpenAI Hires OpenClaw Creator Peter Steinberger – Fortune What Is Moltbook, the Viral Social Media Platform for AI Agents? – Mashable 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 producers Sam Bermas-Dawes and Shania Mapson, and Myrna Martinez, Head of Operations and Marketing at PerryLabs.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

jenny-abamu-podcast-notes.txt Host Jason Michael Perry sits down with Jenny Abamu, education and infrastructure reporter for WAMU, to unpack Maryland’s rapidly growing data center boom — and the community backlash that’s followed. They explore how Governor Wes Moore’s push to make Maryland a data center hub has collided with local concerns about energy, land use, and environmental impact. From billion-dollar AI investments to zoning debates in Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties, Jason and Jenny dig into why these massive, mostly unseen buildings have suddenly become so politically visible. Together, they trace how the global race for AI compute — with trillions of dollars pouring into infrastructure from companies like Microsoft, Amazon, and Oracle — is reshaping everything from local power grids to public trust. It’s a look at how a technology most of us never see is transforming both the landscape and the conversation about Maryland’s economic future. Podcast Notes & Links Find Data Centers Near You – Data Center Map AI Data Center Building Spree Hits $40 Billion in a Single Month – U.S. Global Investors Data centers spark fears of a Digital Cancer Alley in Louisiana – The Lens NOLA xAI Data Centre Emits Plumes of Pollution, New Video Shows – Gas Outlook Proposed Northern Maryland Route Unveiled for Controversial Piedmont Power Line – Maryland Matters Maryland Reboots Data Center Business with New Critical Infrastructure Streamlining Act – Data Center Frontier Nvidia Posts Record Q3 Results Driven by Data Center Growth – CNBC OpenAI Taps Foxconn to Manufacture AI Hardware in the U.S. – CNBC OpenAI Has $1.4 Trillion in Data Center Commitments – TechCrunch Virginia Data Centers Could Raise Maryland Electricity Bills – CNN Maryland Could Be Hit With $800 Million Energy Bill Due to Virginia Data Centers – WMAR JMail – Epstein Email Interface 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.

Host Jason Michael Perry moderates a special live panel for theWorld Trade Center Institute's AGILE Global Innovation Series, digging into what quantum actually is, why it matters, and how Maryland became a powerhouse in the global quantum race. The session opens with remarks from Jeremy Rosendale, VP of Membership & Business Development at the World Trade Center Institute, and Kim Mentzell, Director of the Office of Strategic Industries at the Maryland Department of Commerce, where she leads statewide strategy across cybersecurity, aerospace, AI, and quantum. Jason is joined by three leaders shaping the region’s quantum ecosystem: John Sawyer of the University of Maryland, who helped build the Mid-Atlantic Quantum Alliance; Jessica Ponds, CFO of Strangeworks and a voice in quantum commercialization; and Rick Muller, VP of Quantum Computing at IonQ and former national lab leader. They break down the fundamentals — qubits, superposition, entanglement — and get into real-world business use cases, talent and ecosystem development, global competition, and the looming concept of “Q Day,” when today’s encryption may no longer be secure. The result is a rare, clear-eyed look at a field that’s equal parts exciting, confusing, and massively important for the future of industry. Subscribe & Contact Subscribe to the Thoughts on Tech & Things newsletter: jasonmperry.com/newsletterSend feedback, questions, or guest suggestions:jasonmperry.com/contact Credits Special thanks to the team at the World Trade Center Institute. Thanks to the team at WYPR, producer Sam Bermas-Dawes and Shanya Mapson, and Myrna Martinez, Head of Operations and Marketing at PerryLabs.

Host Jason Michael Perry sits down with Andy Janaitis, founder of PPC Pitbulls, to unpack what happens when Google search traffic falls to zero — and how businesses can survive the shift. As search engines turn into answer engines and clicks give way to conversations, Jason and Andy explore how SEO, PPC, and digital advertising are evolving in real time. They dive into the rise of “Answer Engine Optimization,” the impact of AI-driven search from tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity, and the new world of conversational commerce — including Shopify’s plan to let users shop directly inside ChatGPT. The conversation moves from the fundamentals of search to the future of discovery itself, asking the big question: if you’re not in the answer, are you even visible anymore? Podcast Notes & Links Wikipedia Says AI Is Causing a Dangerous Decline in Human Visitors – 404 Media Grokipedia: Elon Musk’s AI-Powered Encyclopedia – Wikipedia Perplexity AI’s Comet Browser Draws Amazon’s Ire – CNBC Shopify and OpenAI Bring Commerce to ChatGPT – Shopify Newsroom David vs. Digital Goliaths – HouseFresh Google’s AI Overview Is Crushing Publisher Traffic – NPR Apple’s Eddy Cue Testifies on Safari Search Decline – Fortune Mission Mourns Beloved Bodega Cat KitKat Killed by Self-Driving Car – Mission Local Subscribe & Contact Subscribe to the Thoughts on Tech & Things newsletter: jasonmperry.com/newsletter Send feedback, questions, or guest suggestions: jasonmperry.com/contact CreditsThanks to the team at WYPR, producer Sam Bermas-Dawes, engineer Shanya Mapson and Myrna Martinez, Head of Operations and Marketing at PerryLabs.

Host Jason Michael Perry sits down with Will Gee, founder and CEO of Balti Virtual, to unpack the mixed-reality moment: the sudden wave of headsets and AI-powered glasses from Meta, Apple, Samsung, and Amazon. They talk about the roadblocks still ahead, the social stigma left over from Google Glass, and what it might take for wearables to truly replace the smartphone. Along the way, Will shares his perspective as an early XR pioneer building creative and practical applications for this new wave of immersive technology. Subscribe to the Thoughts on Tech & Things newsletter: jasonmperry.com/newsletter Send feedback, questions, or guest suggestions: jasonmperry.com/contact Thanks to the team at WYPR, producer Sam Bermas-Dawes, and Myrna Martinez, Head of Operations and Marketing at PerryLabs.

Host Jason Michael Perry sits down with Ben Slavin, an AI entrepreneur and researcher, to unpack what OpenAI’s DevDay 2025 conference really means. From Sora 2, the next-generation AI video tool, to ChatGPT 5, and connectors, they explore how OpenAI is shifting from product to platform and what that means for developers, creators, and the broader ecosystem. Head to wypr.org/podcast/thoughts-on-tech-things for more information about what was discussed and to subscribe to Jason's newsletter. Thanks to the team at WYPR, producer Sam Bermas-Dawes, and Myrna Martinez, Head of Operations and Marketing at PerryLabs.

Host Jason Michael Perry sits down with Joel Benge, a communications strategist and author, to ask what a photo even means in an age where AI can rewrite reality. From fake principal voicemails to AI-generated films, Perry and Benge explore how synthetic media is reshaping trust and what that means for security, family, and everyday life. Benge brings his perspective from years in risk and cybersecurity, his work at Message Specs, and his book Be a Nerd That Talks Good.