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Human Future

Kirill Ignatieff

This is the Human Future podcast where we explore the intersection of technology, human consciousness and spirituality. Together with some of the world’s brightest minds we'll paint a vision of a desirable future and discuss some actionable steps to make that vision a reality. This podcast is for people curious about the evolution of both technology and human consciousness and how that’s going to shape the future of humanity.
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S1 · E101
September 1 · 40 min
EP 103 How a “Leg in a Box” Could Bring Mobility to Millions
What if a prosthetic leg could be fitted in the field, delivered in a single day, and eventually cost less than $250? Travis Horn, Founder and Executive Director of Legacy Prosthetics, joins the Human Future Podcast to explain Leg in a Box - a modular system designed to bring prosthetic mobility to people who cannot reach or afford a traditional laboratory. Travis breaks down the direct-to-fit socket technology behind the system, why centralized labs limit access, and how telehealth and locally trained technicians could help scale care worldwide. He also shares the story of Rudy, a child in Haiti whose journey inspired the mission, and explains why mobility means far more than a medical device. It can restore work, education, health, independence, and hope. Chapters: 00:00 What is Leg in a Box? 03:00 Creating a prosthetic socket outside a lab 10:30 Why traditional prosthetic labs limit access 14:00 The global scale of prosthetic need 16:00 Diabetes and preventable amputations 19:00 Cost, components, and the path below $250 23:00 Training local technicians to assemble legs 25:00 Rudy’s story and the origin of the mission 32:00 Scaling Legacy Prosthetics worldwide 41:00 A desirable future for prosthetic access This show has been brought to you by 22HUMANS Podcast Agency. If you need help with launching or growing your own show, feel free to reach out to us at hello@22humans.com. We would be happy to help! About the Guest: Travis Horn Founder and Executive Director, Legacy Prosthetics Website: https://legacyp.org/ Donate: https://legacyp.org/donate/ Get Involve: https://legacyp.org/get-involved/ Our History: https://legacyp.org/our-history/ About the Host: Kirill Ignatieff Links: https://igkirill.com Other Links: Instagram: https://humanfutur.com/instagram YouTube: https://humanfutur.com/youtube TikTok: https://humanfutur.com/tiktok Website: https://humanfutur.com Spotify: https://humanfutur.com/spotify Apple Podcast: https://humanfutur.com/applepodcast
S1 · E102
August 11 · 59 min
EP 102 We Can't Delegate Our Thinking To ChatGPT & Claude!" The Hidden Cost Of AI Autonomy
What if the real risk of artificial intelligence isn't the technology itself, but what happens when we outsource our thinking to it before knowing who we are? In this episode of the Human Future podcast, Kirill sits down with Lisa "Fancyfied" Francoeur, technologist, co-founder of Crypto Tutors, co-inventor of the NSF-backed workforce platform DeFi All Odds, and the creator of Authentic Intelligence. Drawing on her decade inside enterprise tech, including LinkedIn through the Microsoft acquisition era, Lisa argues that AI is about to gain autonomy and agency, and humans who haven't done the deep work of self-knowledge will be swept along by it. The conversation moves through her four-pillar system of self-governance, why every person needs a personal board of directors, how a near panic attack in January 2026 led her to write Becoming Her, and why time sovereignty beats time scarcity. Lisa also unpacks somatic therapy, the dangers of social media on young people, and how to reverse-engineer a more harmonious human future starting today. 00:00 Introduction and the Urgency of Authentic Intelligence 02:00 Why Authenticity Matters in a Fabricated Society 04:27 Growing Up Rebellious: Lisa's Origin Story 06:24 Souls on a Mission and the Sacred Contract 08:24 An Inflection Point in Human History 12:41 One Human Race: Why Every Person Matters 14:51 The Four Pillars: Intentional Design and Imagineering 21:04 Building Your Personal Board of Directors 26:38 Can AI Be Your Mentor? The Hegelian Dialectic 30:36 Legacy Roadmap and Kaizen: Continuous Evolution 40:12 Know Thyself: From Ancient Greece to the Age of AI 47:44 The Panic Attack That Became a Framework 52:30 Somatic Therapy, Time Sovereignty, and Becoming Her 57:32 Closing Reflection: Going Within to Find Your Purpose This show has been brought to you by 22HUMANS Podcast Agency. If you need help with launching or growing your own show, feel free to reach out to us at hello@22humans.com. We would be happy to help! About Lisa "Fancyfied" Francoeur Websites: https://www.cryptotutors.com/ https://www.defiallodds.com/ https://www.cryptofortheculture.io/ https://www.fancyfied.com/ YouTube: @CryptoTutors Email: lisa@cryptotutors.com About the Host: Kirill Ignatieff Links: https://igkirill.com Other Links: Instagram: https://humanfutur.com/instagram YouTube: https://humanfutur.com/youtube TikTok: https://humanfutur.com/tiktok Website: https://humanfutur.com Spotify: https://humanfutur.com/spotify Apple Podcast: https://humanfutur.com/applepodcast
S1 · E101
July 2 · 56 min
EP 101 The Secret To Total Focus! How To Use FutureSelf AI To Stay Aligned With Your Goals with Gazal Vakili
Can you use AI to reconnect with your own soul? Gazal Vakili, clinical researcher and founder of FutureSelf, joins the show to explore the boundary-blurring intersection of neuroscience, identity, and artificial intelligence. After two decades in the pharmaceutical and digital therapeutic industry where she witnessed the profound biological impact of the placebo effect. Gazal is now applying that rigor to a new frontier: consciousness technology. In this episode, we dive into the "FutureSelf" thesis: that your highest version already exists, and AI acts not as a creator, but as a mirror, helping you remember who you truly are. We discuss how voice cloning, neuroplasticity, and identity simulation can be used to "hack" the brain’s default mode network to rewrite limiting beliefs. Gazal shares her personal journey of shedding corporate identity to launch a movement, the importance of maintaining human agency in an AI-saturated world, and how to use technology to navigate the uncertainty of the future. Join us for a deep dive into the philosophy of the human experience and how we can use silicon to bridge the gap to our own essence. 00:00 Introduction 01:37 Defining the "Higher Self" vs. the "Future Self" 03:25 Gazal’s Career Shift: From Pharma to Consciousness Tech 05:49 The Mystery and Power of the Placebo Effect 08:13 Using Clinical Rigor to Build Identity Simulation 12:12 Lessons from VR Therapeutic Trials 16:58 The Personal "Destruction" and Rebirth of Identity 23:52 How the FutureSelf App Works: Neuroscience and AI 29:48 Reconciling External AI Guidance with Internal Truth 35:20 Serving Those Who Are Ready for Self-Discovery 39:57 The Science of Future Self Continuity 42:14 Probability, Choice, and Free Will 48:15 The Role of Mortality in Shaping Human Purpose 53:09 Creating Mirrors, Not Crutches: The Future of AI Integration This show has been brought to you by 22HUMANS Podcast Agency. If you need help with launching or growing your own show, feel free to reach out to us at hello@22humans.com. We would be happy to help! About the Guest: Gazal Vakili Website: https://www.future-self.ai/ Instagram: @gazalvakili About the Host: Kirill Ignatieff Links: https://igkirill.com --- Other Links Instagram: https://humanfutur.com/instagram YouTube: https://humanfutur.com/youtube TikTok: https://humanfutur.com/tiktok Website: https://humanfutur.com Spotify: https://humanfutur.com/spotify Apple Podcast: https://humanfutur.com/applepodcast
S1 · E100
June 11 · 1 hr 5 min
EP 100 AI Can't Look Someone In The Eye And Know They're Uncomfortable - Can You? with Wes Gruver
What if the skill you've spent your entire career developing is about to become worthless? In this episode, I sit down with Wes Gruver, a former Amazon Bar Raiser who conducted 500+ interviews, led Samsung's 1.1 billion-user database migration, and now advises Fortune 500 executives on AI strategy. Wes reveals the two interview questions that are now separating future-proof candidates from everyone else and his answers might unsettle you. We explore why the ability to recall information is becoming obsolete, what emotional intelligence has to do with job security, and why Jensen Huang wouldn't teach his kids to code. Wes breaks down the real problems executives are facing with AI adoption, shares the "whiteboard your pain" framework he uses with clients, and explains why there will soon be two kinds of people: those who control AI agents, and those controlled by them. We also dive into unexpected territory, the spiritual dimensions of self-awareness, recording your life as a practice, and what it means to live without secrets in an age of total transparency. Whether you're an executive navigating AI strategy or an individual wondering how to stay relevant, this conversation offers both a wake-up call and a path forward. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction & Trailer Preview 01:14 Meet Wes Gruver: From AWS to AI Consultant 02:45 The Biggest Mistake Executives Make with AI 04:19 Best Use Cases: How AI Is Transforming Organizations 06:23 Agentic AI: Two Kinds of People in the Future 08:51 AI for Good: The Stethoscope That Detects Heart Disease 12:41 The Two Interview Questions Every Candidate Should Prepare For 17:51 Why Emotional Intelligence Is Your Last Advantage 20:06 Tools Wes Uses: Claude, Scheduling, and Data Analysis 22:36 The Future of Education: Why Memorization Is Dying 27:20 How AI Will Articulate Better Than Humans 31:48 Agents That Plan Your Life: The Dream and the Reality 38:54 Human Feedback: Why Subject Matter Experts Still Matter 46:14 Privacy in the Age of AI: Has the Cow Left the Barn? 49:53 Living Without Secrets: A Personal Experiment in Transparency 56:14 Recording Your Thoughts: From Keith Richards to AI Co-Workers 01:02:19 The Future Wes Wants to Leave Behind for His Kids 01:04:07 Where to Find Wes & Upcoming Events This show has been brought to you by 22HUMANS Podcast Agency. If you need help with launching or growing your own show, feel free to reach out to us at hello@22humans.com. We would be happy to help! About the Guest Wes Gruver: Website: https://wesgruver.ai/ About the Host: Kirill Ignatieff Links: https://igkirill.com --- Other Links Instagram: https://humanfutur.com/instagram YouTube: https://humanfutur.com/youtube TikTok: https://humanfutur.com/tiktok Website: https://humanfutur.com Spotify: https://humanfutur.com/spotify Apple Podcast: https://humanfutur.com/applepodcast
S1 · E99
May 30 · 44 min
EP 99 Sustainability Expert: "No One Had Even Applied Because They Don't Know It Exists!" The Grants You're Missing with Yadira Diaz
There are BILLIONS of dollars in sustainability grants and rebates sitting unclaimed because businesses don't know they exist. In this eye-opening episode, Yadira Díaz, founder of Gradible and Miami's first environmental concierge, reveals the massive financial opportunities hiding in plain sight for business owners willing to go green. Yadira shares her journey from watching a life-changing documentary about the global landfill crisis to discovering that Miami, often seen as paradise, is actually ground zero for climate change. She exposes the city's shocking waste problem (they're now shipping trash by train to Orlando), the $64 billion Biscayne Bay ecosystem that's dying, and why the biggest misconception about sustainability is that it costs more. Through real client stories, including helping a developer secure a $150,000 grant for revolutionary HVAC technology that cuts energy use by 90%, Yadira breaks down exactly how her marketplace connects businesses with hundreds of innovative solutions, from food waste turned into renewable energy to self-healing concrete and lumber made from seaweed. Whether you're a business owner looking to cut costs, an entrepreneur interested in climate tech, or someone who wants to understand how sustainability and profitability can work together, this conversation will change how you think about waste, efficiency, and opportunity. Timestamps:00:00 Sustainability Expert: "No One Had Even Applied Because They Don't Know It Exists!" The Grants You're Missing01:22 Yadira's Journey: From California to Miami's Climate Reality03:31 Miami's Landfill Crisis: Shipping Trash to Orlando05:13 The Birth of Gradible: From Grading Businesses to Finding Solutions07:26 Waste Is a Resource: Making Money from What You Throw Away09:47 Tax Credits, Carbon Credits & Financial Incentives10:45 Biscayne Bay's $64 Billion Economy at Risk14:04 Client Success Stories: Regenerative Developers & Convention Centers16:53 Music Festivals: Dumpster Diving for Impact20:05 The Billions in Unclaimed Grants & Rebates22:26 The $150,000 Grant: Blue Frontier's Revolutionary HVAC Technology23:31 Innovative Climate Solutions: Food-to-Energy, Self-Healing Concrete & Seaweed Lumber28:37 The Biggest Misconception About Sustainability31:29 How the Gradible Marketplace Works33:58 Designing Cities from Scratch: Soil Health & Resilient Architecture38:47 Using AI to Scale Climate Impact42:37 Resources & How to Get Involved | ABOUT Yadira Díaz |LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yadiradiazWebsite: https://gradible.co | ABOUT HUMAN FUTURE |Instagram: ⁠https://humanfutur.com/instagram⁠YouTube: ⁠https://humanfutur.com/youtube⁠TikTok: ⁠https://humanfutur.com/tiktok⁠Website: ⁠https://humanfutur.com⁠Spotify: ⁠https://humanfutur.com/spotify⁠Apple Podcast: ⁠https://humanfutur.com/applepodcast⁠| ABOUT Kirill Ignatieff |All links: ⁠https://igkirill.com⁠| 22HUMANS - Media Agency |Website: ⁠https://22humans.com
S1 · E98
April 24 · 41 min
EP 98 Afghan Refugee Turned Investor: "Fear Is Not Real!" How To Thrive In Uncertainty with Khaled Khan
What happens when a six-year-old refugee from Afghanistan lands in New York City and eventually builds a venture capital empire? In this episode, Khaled Khan, Founding Partner of Koi3 Ventures with 20+ years of startup experience, three exits (including a unicorn), and $152M raised, shares his remarkable journey from the "Graveyard of Empires" to Wall Street and beyond. Khaled offers a refreshingly grounded perspective on AI anxiety: "Is AI going to take my job? No, it's not. It's the shareholders and the C-suite that make that decision." He breaks down why fear of technology stems from the unknown, how he adopted an "AI-first mindset" by testing every tool across industries, and why the most precious commodity we have is time. We explore the shifting landscape of entrepreneurship, why titles are becoming irrelevant in favor of personal branding, and how the tools available today make this the best time ever to test your startup ideas. Khaled also discusses his upcoming book "Graveyard Empire" and his mission to support displaced entrepreneurs worldwide. Whether you're navigating career uncertainty, considering entrepreneurship, or trying to make sense of our AI-driven future, this conversation delivers practical wisdom forged through real hardship. Timestamps: 00:00 Trailer: Afghan Refugee Turned Investor: "Fear Is Not Real!" How To Thrive In Uncertainty with Khaled Khan 05:24 Family Struggles and Lessons in Resilience 12:15 Navigating AI Anxiety: Fear, Curiosity, and the Love of Learning 17:06 Staying Calm in Chaos: Policy Uncertainty vs. Measurable Risk 22:45 Advice for the Uncertain Future: Building Your Personal Brand 27:12 Is Entrepreneurship for Everyone? Testing Ideas Without Quitting Your Job 32:52 How AI is Changing Team Dynamics and Investment Needs 37:09 Khaled's Vision for a Desirable Human Future 40:01 Closing Thoughts: The Book, the Mission, and Giving Back This show has been brought to you by 22HUMANS Podcast Agency. If you need help with launching or growing your own show, feel free to reach out to us at hello@22humans.com. We would be happy to help! About Khaled Khan Website: http://koi3ventures.decilehub.comInstagram:YouTube: About the Host: Kirill Ignatieff Links: https://igkirill.com Other Links Instagram: https://humanfutur.com/instagram YouTube: https://humanfutur.com/youtube TikTok: https://humanfutur.com/tiktok Website: https://humanfutur.com Spotify: https://humanfutur.com/spotify Apple Podcast: https://humanfutur.com/applepodcast
S1 · E97
March 27 · 55 min
EP 97 Utopia Architect: "Why We'll Leave The Digital World Behind" with Mikhail Krymov
Are we on the verge of liberation from our screens, or about to get lost forever in the digital domain? In this thought-provoking conversation, serial entrepreneur and architect Mikhail (Misha) Krymov explores the fascinating tension between humanity and the technology we've created. Misha brings a unique perspective shaped by his PhD research on utopian architecture, his MIT fellowship, and his experience building companies like Morpheus XR (used by Google and Adobe) and Sleepbox (modular micro-hotels featured in Forbes and NYT). He argues that we're essentially giving birth to a new species, and like any parent, we must learn to let our creation become its own being. The conversation ventures into unexpected territory: Why have we lost our collective vision of utopia? What makes humans truly different from machines? And why does Misha believe "magic" is the one thing we must reclaim in our relationship with AI? Whether you're excited or anxious about the future, Misha offers a grounded yet imaginative framework for thinking about human-machine symbiosis, one that might just change how you see the screens you're staring at right now. 00:00 Trailer: Utopia Architect: "Why We'll Leave The Digital World Behind" | Mikhail Krymov 06:05 Cities as Layers of Failed Utopian Dreams 14:48 The Human-Machine Relationship Is Transforming 18:09 Giving Birth to a New Species: AI as Our Child 23:15 What Makes Humans Truly Special: The Gift of Magic 29:31 Human-AI Symbiosis: What Each Side Brings 37:23 Liberation from the Black Mirror: Returning to Physical Life 42:50 Virtual Reality, Embodiment, and the Digital Domain 50:47 Final Thoughts: Staying Present in Chaotic Times This show has been brought to you by 22HUMANS Podcast Agency. If you need help with launching or growing your own show, feel free to reach out to us at hello@22humans.com. We would be happy to help! About Mikhail Krymov Website: mkrymov.comInstagram:YouTube: @iamkrymov About the Host: Kirill Ignatieff Links: https://igkirill.com Other Links Instagram: https://humanfutur.com/instagram YouTube: https://humanfutur.com/youtube TikTok: https://humanfutur.com/tiktok Website: https://humanfutur.com Spotify: https://humanfutur.com/spotify Apple Podcast: https://humanfutur.com/applepodcast
S1 · E96
March 20 · 1 hr 3 min
Ep 96 Entrepreneur And Healer: The 8 Types Of Awareness Most Leaders Ignore with Mitali Saxena
What if the key to better business decisions isn't more data, but more awareness? In this episode, I sit down with Mitali Saxena, a serial entrepreneur who scaled an AI-powered fashion tech company to multi-million dollar revenue, only to discover that the missing ingredient in high-performing teams isn't strategy, it's consciousness. Mitali shares her journey from electrical engineer at T-Mobile to founding Fashom, where she pioneered AI that matches clothing to real body types. But when burnout started crushing her 50-person team during their Series A raise, she made an unconventional choice: she brought meditation into the office. Even the UPS delivery guy sat down to join. That experiment led her to develop "Awareness Intelligence", a neuroscience-backed framework that breaks human awareness into eight measurable dimensions, including intuition, emotional regulation, and spiritual grounding. We go deep on each pillar, exploring how intuition actually works (hint: it predates your thinking mind), why emotional regulation is the gateway to better decisions, and whether AI and ancient wisdom can coexist. We also venture into fascinating territory: Are there beings helping us through intuition? Can we engineer enlightenment? And what happens when a third-generation engineer discovers she can channel guided meditations? This conversation is for founders, leaders, and anyone sensing there's more to success than spreadsheets and strategy. 00:00 Trailer: Entrepreneur And Healer: The 8 Types Of Awareness Most Leaders Ignore | Mitali Saxena06:04 Bringing Meditation to the Office During Series A09:24 What is Awareness Intelligence? The Eight Pillars Explained15:24 Mental Clarity: Making Decisions from Presence, Not Reactivity21:33 Physical Awareness: Why Willpower is Actually Physical31:47 Intuition: The Awareness That Comes Before Thought41:42 Angels, Future Selves, and Where Intuitive Signals Come From49:55 The Remaining Pillars: Creative Flow, Emotional Regulation, Relationships, and Purpose59:56 A Desirable Human Future: Waking Up to Our Collective Nature This show has been brought to you by 22HUMANS Podcast Agency. If you need help with launching or growing your own show, feel free to reach out to us at hello@22humans.com. We would be happy to help! About Mitali Saxena Website: mitalisaxena.comInstagram: @mitali_saxenaLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mitalisaxenaFashom: fashom.com About the Host: Kirill Ignatieff Links: https://igkirill.com Other Links Instagram: https://humanfutur.com/instagram YouTube: https://humanfutur.com/youtube TikTok: https://humanfutur.com/tiktok Website: https://humanfutur.com Spotify: https://humanfutur.com/spotify Apple Podcast: https://humanfutur.com/applepodcast
S1 · E95
March 12 · 56 min
Ep 95 Doctor Of Audiology: How I Escaped A Career That Was Killing Me with Dr. Ben Thompson
What does it take to leave a stable medical career and build a million-dollar business from scratch? In this episode, Dr. Ben Thompson, audiologist turned entrepreneur, shares the vulnerable moment on a bike in Berkeley that changed everything. After years of feeling stuck in a hospital job that "didn't feel quite right," Ben took a terrifying leap: starting a YouTube channel about tinnitus treatment. What began as a $3,000/month side hustle has grown into Treble Health, a telehealth company with 190,000+ YouTube subscribers and millions in revenue. But this isn't just a success story, it's a masterclass in navigating fear, assessing risk logically, and finding the courage to share fragile dreams with others. Ben opens up about the voices of self-doubt, the professors he imagined judging him, and why he made his family promise to support him before revealing his plan. We also explore how AI is reshaping content creation, why human connection may matter more than ever, and the surprising power of physical proximity in an increasingly digital world. Whether you're considering a career pivot or simply seeking more meaning, this conversation offers both inspiration and practical wisdom. 00:00 Trailer: Doctor Of Audiology: How I Escaped A Career That Was Killing Me | Dr. Ben Thompson 02:44 The Bike Ride in Berkeley That Changed Everything 08:49 Overcoming Fear: Sharing Vulnerable Dreams 14:04 The Power of Leveraging Existing Skills 17:25 Hitting the $3,000/Month Goal & Quitting the Job 20:44 Do You Need a Safety Net to Take Risks? 27:24 Increasing Your Risk Tolerance: A Framework 32:12 AI's Impact on Jobs and Content Creation 40:32 The Future of Human vs. AI-Generated Content 47:17 Mindfulness, Presence & Mental Health in the AI Age 55:23 Closing Thoughts: The Power of Community This show has been brought to you by 22HUMANS Podcast Agency. If you need help with launching or growing your own show, feel free to reach out to us at hello@22humans.com. We would be happy to help! About Dr. Ben Thompson Website: https://treblehealth.com/Instagram:YouTube: @Dr. Ben Thompson About the Host: Kirill Ignatieff Links: https://igkirill.com Other Links Instagram: https://humanfutur.com/instagram YouTube: https://humanfutur.com/youtube TikTok: https://humanfutur.com/tiktok Website: https://humanfutur.com Spotify: https://humanfutur.com/spotify Apple Podcast: https://humanfutur.com/applepodcast
S1 · E94
March 5 · 56 min
EP 94 You Won’t Understand freedom Until You Hear This with Aaron Rosen
What happens when a Western analyst gets invited inside Russia's state propaganda machine? In this eye-opening episode, Aaron Rosen shares his firsthand experience visiting RT (formerly Russia Today) and reveals the sophisticated psychological tactics authoritarian regimes use to shape public perception. Aaron's unique journey took him from interning with the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee to working inside parliaments across Europe, Australia, and Canada before spending nearly a year in Moscow as part of the prestigious Alpha Fellowship Program. His insider perspective offers rare insights into how propaganda actually functions in practice. The conversation explores "whataboutism," the Cold War-era deflection tactic that has become even more powerful in the digital age, and how "weaponized cynicism" convinces populations that corruption exists everywhere equally, so why bother caring? Aaron explains how limiting access to information does not just restrict knowledge; it literally narrows the vocabulary people have to think and talk about politics. We also discuss the surprising innovations that emerged from Soviet authoritarianism, the difference between innovation for state glory versus human flourishing, and what returning to America taught Aaron about freedoms we often take for granted. Timestamps: 00:00 Trailer: You Won’t Understand freedom Until You Hear This with Aaron Rosen 05:06 The Alpha Fellowship Program in Russia 09:24 Inside RT: State Media vs. Independent Journalism 16:29 Whataboutism as a Propaganda Tool 21:20 Weaponized Cynicism and Modern Propaganda 25:28 How Information Control Shapes Reality 31:07 The Closing Window of Russian Civil Society 36:09 Appreciating Freedom After Living in Authoritarianism 46:56 Innovation for State Glory vs. Human Flourishing 54:09 Could AI Help Maximize Human Flourishing? This show has been brought to you by 22HUMANS Podcast Agency. If you need help with launching or growing your own show, feel free to reach out to us at hello@22humans.com. We would be happy to help! About Aaron Rosen Website:Instagram:YouTube: About the Host: Kirill Ignatieff Links: https://igkirill.com Other Links Instagram: https://humanfutur.com/instagram YouTube: https://humanfutur.com/youtube TikTok: https://humanfutur.com/tiktok Website: https://humanfutur.com Spotify: https://humanfutur.com/spotify Apple Podcast: https://humanfutur.com/applepodcast
S1 · E93
February 19 · 57 min
EP 93 How This CEO Pays Employees To Replace Their Own Jobs With AI with Luiz Centenaro
In this episode of the Human Future podcast, we dive into the rapidly shifting landscape of the global job market as we sit down with Luiz Centenaro, an entrepreneur and expert in nearshore recruiting. We explore a provocative reality: if you aren’t integrating AI into your workflow today, you are already "cooked" in the eyes of the modern economy. Luiz shares his unique perspective on why he is obsessed with "replacing himself" through automation to unlock higher-level strategic value and how he encourages his own team to do the same. We discuss the emerging "arms race" between AI-powered job seekers and recruiters, the rise of billion-dollar companies run by tiny teams, and the shifting trends in remote work. Beyond the metrics of displacement and hiring, we delve into the philosophical core of technology, questioning whether the automation of mundane tasks is actually a spiritual invitation to rediscover our true, non-physical nature. Join us as we navigate the challenges and excitement of a post-labor world where human judgment and ingenuity remain our most valuable assets. 00:00:00 Trailer: How This CEO Pays Employees To Replace Their Own Jobs With AI | Luiz Centenaro00:02:38 The Displacement Shift: From Taxi Drivers to Robotaxis00:05:30 Human Judgment vs. AI Creativity: The Pablo Picasso Problem00:10:06 Job Market Signals: Displacement Statistics and Predicted Hires00:15:46 The Era of the Solopreneur and Billion-Dollar Small Teams00:21:23 The Recruitment Arms Race: AI vs. AI in the Hiring Process00:26:17 Survival and Ingenuity: Navigating the Curveballs of a Post-Labor World00:29:45 Real-World Case Study: AI Implementation in Portfolio Companies00:38:55 Future Predictions: The Next 5 Years of Global Remote Work00:44:20 Ethical Implications: Balancing Automation with Human Welfare00:51:10 Final Thoughts: Preparing for a Desirable Human Future This show has been brought to you by 22HUMANS Podcast Agency. If you need help with launching or growing your own show, feel free to reach out to us at hello@22humans.com. We would be happy to help! About Luiz Centenaro Websites: https://latamcent.com http://luizcent.comInstagram: @luizcentYouTube: @LatamCent About the Host: Kirill Ignatieff Links: https://igkirill.com Other Links Instagram: https://humanfutur.com/instagram YouTube: https://humanfutur.com/youtube TikTok: https://humanfutur.com/tiktok Website: https://humanfutur.com Spotify: https://humanfutur.com/spotify Apple Podcast: https://humanfutur.com/applepodcast
S1 · E92
February 12 · 56 min
EP 92 The Secret To Unshakable Calm In A Crisis with Maria “Majo” Cortes
What happens when a former social activist ends up leading sustainability for the largest solar energy producer in Latin America? In this episode of the Human Future podcast, host Kirill sits down with Maria "Majo" Cortes a Mexican-born leader living in Miami who has spent 15 years in the energy sector, and who meditates twice a day to fuel her impact. Majo shares her journey from teaching illiterate adults to read in rural Mexico at age 15, to protesting hydropower plants in college, to eventually working inside the very industry she once opposed. She opens up about a health scare that led her to mindfulness, and the deeper meditation practice that replaced it, described through a vivid metaphor of swimming pools versus oceans. The conversation explores how sustainability and profitability coexist, how her company increased women's participation in renewable energy projects from 2% to over 20%, and what a borderless, compassionate future might look like. Majo also offers grounded advice for leaders struggling with burnout and lost purpose. 00:00 Trailer: “The Secret To Unshakable Calm In A Crisis” 04:06 Teaching Adults to Read: Literacy Campaigns in Rural Mexico 09:13 From Anti-Industry Activist to Energy Sector Leader 11:45 Billion-Dollar Decisions: Assessing Risk and Building for Good 18:33 Navigating Community Politics and Earning Local Trust 25:21 Empowering Women in Renewable Energy: From 2% to 20% 31:24 A Health Scare, Mindfulness, and the Meditation That Changed Everything 36:59 Leading Without Fear: How Inner Work Transforms the Workplace 43:05 Would Universal Inner Peace Make the World Stagnant? 48:04 Humanity as a Super Organism and the True Nature of AI 53:17 Advice for Leaders: Purpose, Burnout, and the Courage to Explore This show has been brought to you by 22HUMANS Podcast Agency. If you need help with launching or growing your own show, feel free to reach out to us at hello@22humans.com. We would be happy to help! About Maria "Majo" Cortes Role: Head of Sustainability & ESG at Atlas Renewable Energy LinkedIn: majocortesl Instagram: majocloreto Company: Atlas Renewable Energy About the Host: Kirill Ignatieff Links: https://igkirill.com Other Links Instagram: https://humanfutur.com/instagram YouTube: https://humanfutur.com/youtube TikTok: https://humanfutur.com/tiktok Website: https://humanfutur.com Spotify: https://humanfutur.com/spotify Apple Podcast: https://humanfutur.com/applepodcast
S1 · E91
February 5 · 1 hr 2 min
EP 91 She Taught Math in Prison, Now She Teaches Fortune 500 Companies How to Rise with Rashmi Airan
What happens when a high-achieving lawyer who did everything "right" finds herself facing federal prison? In this powerful episode of the Human Future podcast, Rashmi Airan (@rashmiairanspeaker) shares her extraordinary journey from being indicted for bank fraud to discovering her true purpose through the most unlikely circumstances. Rashmi opens up about the moment she learned she would be indicted while praying at a Hindu temple, the gut-wrenching process of telling her young children, and how calling nearly 200 people to personally share her story became an unexpected path to healing. She reveals the profound lessons learned during her time in federal prison, including teaching math to inmates and discovering that the "prison of her mind" had been far more confining than any physical cell. Now a sought-after keynote speaker and author of the upcoming book "All Rise: A Lawyer's Evolution from Prison to Purpose," Rashmi shares her RISE Framework for navigating adversity: Reframe, Identify your anchors, Surrender ego and control, and Evolve through gratitude and presence. Her message challenges conventional wisdom about pushing through hardship, arguing instead that true growth comes from going through the pain, not above it. 00:00 Trailer: "She Taught Math in Prison, Now She Teaches Fortune 500 Companies How to Rise 02:05 The Moment Everything Changed: Two Pivotal Stories 06:00 Telling Family and Community: Unexpected Support 11:25 The Journey to Self-Forgiveness 14:22 Surrendering to Prison: The First Night 18:48 Life Inside: Jobs, Friendships, and Daily Routines 29:17 The Hardest Part: Being Away from Her Children 33:31 Coming Home: The Surprise Reunion 45:35 The RISE Framework Explained 51:29 Vision for a Desirable Human Future 58:51 Closing Thoughts and How to Connect This show has been brought to you by 22HUMANS Podcast Agency. If you need help with launching or growing your own show, feel free to reach out to us at hello@22humans.com. We would be happy to help! About Rashmi Airan Website: https://rashmiairan.com/Instagram: @rashmiairanYouTube: @rashmiairanspeaker About the Host: Kirill Ignatieff Links: https://igkirill.com Other Links Instagram: https://humanfutur.com/instagram YouTube: https://humanfutur.com/youtube TikTok: https://humanfutur.com/tiktok Website: https://humanfutur.com Spotify: https://humanfutur.com/spotify Apple Podcast: https://humanfutur.com/applepodcast
S1 · E90
January 30 · 34 min
EP 90 She Left Big Tech to Build an AI That Remembers Your Entire Life with Mariana Krym
Who really owns your digital memories, and what happens when you want to leave a platform? In this thought-provoking episode of the Human Future podcast, host Kirill sits down with Mariana Krym, a tech veteran who helped shape iconic products at Spotify, Waze, Snapchat, and Twitter before venturing into the wearable technology space. Mariana shares her journey from big tech to founding a startup focused on AI-powered personal companions, revealing why she believes health, particularly mental health, represents one of the most underserved opportunities in technology today. The conversation explores how wearable devices could detect everything from cognitive decline to perimenopause by tracking patterns we simply can't see ourselves. But the discussion takes a critical turn when examining the dark side of our data-driven world: platform lock-in, privacy concerns, and why you're always "the product" when your data doesn't belong to you. Mariana argues passionately for full user ownership and portability of personal data, challenging the current business models that keep us trapped. From the future of AI companions to protecting your identity in an attention-saturated world, this episode offers both cautionary insights and hopeful visions for technology that truly serves humanity. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Trailer: She Built Spotify & Twitter, Now Says Big Tech Is Stealing Your Mind 03:22 AI, Health & Mental Wellness Applications 06:50 Vivo: Building a Life Copilot 09:58 Privacy, Platform Lock-In & Who Owns Your Data 12:18 Reimagining Human Connection Through Data 14:04 Preparing for a 24/7 Recording Future 17:53 The Path to Perfect Memory & Data Portability 22:27 Job Displacement & What AI Can't Replace 26:40 Envisioning a Desirable Human Future 32:30 Final Thoughts: "Be You" This show has been brought to you by 22HUMANS Podcast Agency. If you need help with launching or growing your own show, feel free to reach out to us at hello@22humans.com. We would be happy to help! About Mariana Krym Website:Instagram:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mkrym/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Marianakrym About the Host: Kirill Ignatieff Links: https://igkirill.com Other Links Instagram: https://humanfutur.com/instagram YouTube: https://humanfutur.com/youtube TikTok: https://humanfutur.com/tiktok Website: https://humanfutur.com Spotify: https://humanfutur.com/spotify Apple Podcast: https://humanfutur.com/applepodcast
S1 · E89
January 22 · 38 min
EP 89 - The Dark Truth About Affordable Housing From a 32-Year-Old Managing 43 Properties with Hansel Rodriguez
The average American now spends nearly 50% of their income on housing far above the recommended 30%. With 8.5 million affordable housing units short and home prices soaring, the American Dream of homeownership is slipping away for millions. In this episode of the Human Future podcast, host Kirill sits down with Hansel Rodriguez, a 32-year-old founder managing real estate assets across 43 properties, to uncover what's really driving the affordable housing crisis.Hansel reveals the disconnect between government rhetoric and policy action, explains why mobile home parks one of the last bastions of affordable housing are disappearing, and shares his unconventional path from first-generation college student to real estate executive. The conversation explores Trump's recent executive order targeting institutional investors in single-family homes, the promise of factory-built housing, and how AI is already transforming real estate operations. Hansel also opens up about his philosophy on team-building, extreme urgency in execution, and why he believes access to information has eliminated most barriers to success. Whether you're concerned about housing affordability or curious about building a business in your twenties, this episode delivers practical insights and bold perspectives. 00:00 Trailer: The Dark Truth About Affordable Housing From a 32-Year-Old Managing 43 Properties 02:15 Government Policies vs. Reality: The Affordable Housing Disconnect 06:08 Why Housing Prices Keep Rising: Supply, Interest Rates, and Wages 08:52 Inside Mobile Home Communities: Who Really Lives There 10:05 The History and Future of Manufactured Housing 15:43 How AI Is Transforming Real Estate Operations 24:44 AI as a Personal Tool: From Business Strategy to Life Advice 31:05 The Future of Real Estate and Hansel's Vision for Affordable Housing 33:48 Immigration, Policy, and Public Service 37:00 How to Connect with Hansel and Coarecos Company About Hansel Rodriguez: Website: https://www.coarecos.com/ About the Host: Kirill Ignatieff Links: www.igkirill.com Other Links Instagram: https://humanfutur.com/instagram YouTube: https://humanfutur.com/youtube TikTok: https://humanfutur.com/tiktok Website: https://humanfutur.com Spotify: https://humanfutur.com/spotify Apple Podcast: https://humanfutur.com/applepodcast
S1 · E88
January 15 · 53 min
The 2008 Crisis Is Happening Again But This Time It's AI | TJ Marlin
TJ Marlin has spent 25 years walking into corporate disasters the kind where the FBI has already raided the office and billions are missing. Now, as CEO of Guardrail, he's sounding the alarm on what he calls the "subprime AI crisis." In this conversation, TJ draws a stark comparison: if social media was tobacco, AI is crack. We've gone from slow adoption to instant, society-wide addiction without understanding the trade-offs. TJ unpacks why 72% of S&P 500 companies now disclose AI as a material financial risk, how we've thrown out decades of data security common sense, and why the people making AI decisions from the C-suite to your living room often have no idea what they're actually trading away. This isn't anti-innovation; it's a call for awareness, control, and questioning who gets to curate our truth. If you're using AI at work or home, this episode will change how you think about what you're feeding into the machine. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: Why Social Media is Tobacco and AI is Crack 03:59 The Loss of Agency: When Algorithms Make Decisions For You 08:29 The "Blind Leading the Blind": Why the C-Suite Doesn't Understand AI 12:12 The Subprime AI Crisis: Are We Repeating 2008? 19:39 Bridging the Knowledge Gap: From the Living Room to the Boardroom 27:14 The Myth of the Private Cloud: Hidden Risks in Enterprise AI 33:14 Privacy as a Human Right: Why We Must Protect Our "Humanness" 36:06 A Philosophical Debate: Total Transparency vs. Necessary Secrets 44:40 A Forensic Expert’s Advice: 3 Steps Every Executive Must Take Today 47:20 The Future of AI Safety: Regulation, Roles, and "Sarbanes-Oxley" for Tech This show has been brought to you by 22HUMANS Podcast Agency. If you need help with launching or growing your own show, feel free to reach out to us at hello@22humans.com. We would be happy to help! About the Host: Kirill Ignatieff Links: https://igkirill.com/ Our Podcast Agency: https://22humans.com/ Other Links Instagram: https://humanfutur.com/instagram YouTube: https://humanfutur.com/youtube TikTok: https://humanfutur.com/tiktok Website: [https://humanfutur.com](https://humanfutur.com/ Spotify: https://humanfutur.com/spotify Apple Podcast: https://humanfutur.com/applepodcast
S1 · E87
January 6 · 51 min
EP 87 - Major events like the World Cup and F1 have a dark side no one talks about.
Marya Meyer, CEO of The Women's Fund Miami-Dade, exposes the hidden exploitation economy behind the spectacle—and what it takes to fight back. 00:00 Introduction06:18 The Complexity of Human Trafficking12:18 Labor Trafficking and Exploitation16:40 Coordinated Efforts to Combat Trafficking24:53 Raising Awareness and Policy Involvement29:16 Training and Advocacy Efforts34:11 Addressing Demand and Toxic Masculinity40:31 Role of Technology in Combating Trafficking47:24 Final Thoughts and Resources This show has been brought to you by 22HUMANS Podcast Agency. If you need help with launching or growing your own show, feel free to reach out to us at hello@22humans.com. We would be happy to help! About the Host: Kirill Ignatieff | Links: https://igkirill.com Other Links Instagram: https://humanfutur.com/instagram YouTube: https://humanfutur.com/youtube TikTok: https://humanfutur.com/tiktok Website: https://humanfutur.com Spotify: https://humanfutur.com/spotify Apple Podcast: https://humanfutur.com/applepodcast
S1 · E86
Dec 1, 2025 · 49 min
EP 86 - Ex - Google CMO: The Revolution Is Coming, And It Won't Be Peaceful with Patrick Mork
In this engaging conversation, Patrick Mork, a bestselling author, keynote international speaker, podcast host, and executive advisor, shares his extensive experience in the tech industry, including his time at Google where he helped launch Google Play. Patrick discusses his passion for helping individuals find meaningful careers and become better versions of themselves. He highlights notable achievements, including his book 'Step Back and Leap' and a learning and development startup in Chile that impacted 18,000 people. The conversation delves into the societal impacts of rising AI and technology, drawing parallels to historical revolutions and expressing concerns about current trends in depression, anxiety, and inequality. Patrick emphasizes the importance of resilience, curiosity, and adaptive skills in navigating an uncertain future. He also shares insights into his coaching approach, focusing on helping people discover their purpose and thrive in a rapidly changing world. 00:00 Introduction to the Human Future Podcast Episode 8608:47 Historical Comparisons and Predictions14:22 Potential Solutions and Future Outlook21:01 Finding Personal Purpose and Meaning25:17 Finding Purpose Beyond Work30:31 The Role of Resilience and Faith36:16 The Importance of Curiosity and Continuous Learning40:40 The Impact of Technology on Future Lifestyles45:06 Final Thoughts and Words of Wisdom This show has been brought to you by 22HUMANS Podcast Agency. If you need help with launching or growing your own show, feel free to reach out to us at hello@22humans.com. We would be happy to help! About Patrick Mork Website:Instagram: @patrickmorkofficialYouTube: About the Host: Kirill Ignatieff Links: https://igkirill.com Other Links Instagram: https://humanfutur.com/instagram YouTube: https://humanfutur.com/youtube TikTok: https://humanfutur.com/tiktok Website: https://humanfutur.com Spotify: https://humanfutur.com/spotify Apple Podcast: https://humanfutur.com/applepodcast
S1 · E85
Nov 21, 2025 · 57 min
EP 85 - "We Make More Money On Sick People!" The Dark Truth About American Healthcare
In this episode, Kirill sits down with Yenvy Truong, a serial entrepreneur and healthcare innovator. Yenvy shares her compelling background as a refugee from Vietnam and how it fueled her passion for entrepreneurship and healthcare. She discusses the systemic issues in the U.S. healthcare industry, including access disparities and the problematic influence of large corporations. Yenvy also explores the future of healthcare, emphasizing the role of AI and sensor technology in preventative medicine. She shares personal anecdotes from her entrepreneurial journey, the significance of mentorship, and her involvement in pioneering projects like telomere testing. The conversation wraps up with discussions on longevity, lifestyle habits from blue zones, and the transformative impact of AI on both personal and organizational health.00:00 Introduction to the Human Future Podcast Episode 8503:42 Challenges in the Healthcare System09:43 The Role of AI in Healthcare19:29 Empowering Startups and Founders23:43 Living with Purpose and Mentorship27:22 Innovative Projects and Organizational Health31:56 The Blue Zones: Secrets to Longevity36:10 Inflammation and Aging: The Telomere Connection40:52 AI in Healthcare: Efficiency and Innovation46:40 The Future of Coaching and Human Connection54:03 Final Thoughts and Personal ReflectionsThis show has been brought to you by 22HUMANS Podcast Agency. If you need help with launching or growing your own show, feel free to reach out to us at hello@22humans.com. We would be happy to help!About Yenvy TruongWebsite:Instagram: @yenvytruongYouTube:About the Host:Kirill IgnatieffLinks: igkirill.comOther LinksInstagram: https://humanfutur.com/instagramYouTube: https://humanfutur.com/youtubeTikTok: https://humanfutur.com/tiktokWebsite: [https://humanfutur.com](https://humanfutur.com/)Spotify: https://humanfutur.com/spotifyApple Podcast: https://humanfutur.com/applepodcast
S1 · E84
Nov 6, 2025 · 57 min
EP 84 - The Biggest Disruption in Human History Is Here with Tarja Stephens
In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with Tarja Stephens, founder of Leaders of the Future, to explore the profound impact of artificial intelligence on leadership, the workforce, and our very definition of what it means to be human. We are living in a future that has arrived faster than anyone predicted, a world where organizations are becoming "human-led, but AI-operated." Tarja shares her expert insights on why the people-side of AI transformation is paramount. The conversation delves into the critical shift from focusing on what we do to who we are, highlighting that our "inner skills" intuition, compassion, energy, and integrity are becoming the ultimate human advantage. We discuss the emergence of AI agents and digital twins, raising the crucial question of the "sovereign worker" and who will own our professional intelligence. This episode is an essential guide for current and aspiring leaders, offering a compelling vision for navigating the challenges and opportunities of our time by embracing the unique qualities that technology can't replicate. 00:00 Introduction to Human Future Podcast Episode 8401:04 Meet Tarja Stephens: A Leader for the Future of AI04:58 The Human-Centric Approach to AI Transformation06:51 The Last Generation to Manage Only Humans: AI Agents & Digital Twins11:34 The Sovereign Worker: Who Owns Your Digital Intelligence?15:52 The Human Advantage: Why Inner Skills Like Intuition & Compassion are the New Superpowers22:54 Reimagining the Economy in a World Dominated by AI28:07 Advice for the Next Generation of Leaders43:22 A Day in the Life: How Leaders Can Use AI as a Thought Partner54:02 Vision for the Future: Building a World on Inner Beauty & Collective Wisdom56:17 How to Connect with Tarja Stephens | ABOUT SPEAKER | —Speaker Bio ——— Website: https://tarjastephens.com/Company: leadersofthefuture.comInstagram: @tarjalstephensYouTube: @leadersofthefuturewithtarja | ABOUT HUMAN FUTURE | Instagram: https://humanfutur.com/instagram YouTube: https://humanfutur.com/youtube TikTok: https://humanfutur.com/tiktok Website: https://humanfutur.com Spotify: https://humanfutur.com/spotify Apple Podcast: https://humanfutur.com/applepodcast | ABOUT Kirill Ignatieff | Personal Links: https://igkirill.com 22HUMANS - Media Agency https://22humans.com

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