Possible Futures Podcast

We're living through a moment of unprecedented technological possibility, yet most people only hear about one version of the future—usually the most dramatic or profitable one. AI will replace all jobs. Biotech will solve everything. Space is our escape plan. But these singular narratives obscure the reality: we have choices, and those choices will determine which future we actually get. Each episode of Possible Futures explores the lesser-known possibilities and alternative pathways that exist beyond the usual.Hosted by Singularity Fellow: Gary Bolles

Possible Futures Podcast is a technology podcast hosted by Singularity University, with 13 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Singularity University hosts Possible Futures Podcast, a technology show with 13 episodes published.

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  AI, Mobility & The Near Future with Carlo van de Weijer | Singularity University

  Sep 4, 202551 minS0

  <p>Carlo van de Weijer is a mechanical engineer, longtime automotive innovator (incl. TomTom/Siemens), and Managing Director at the Eindhoven AI Institute. We explore what AI really is (goal-oriented adaptive systems), why mobility is a perfect testbed, and how sensors are exploding. At the same time, actuators are improving linearly, and this has significant implications for self-driving, humanoid robots, education, leadership, regulation, and job opportunities in the next 2–3 years. </p><p><br></p><p>What you’ll learn:</p><p>- A clear, practical definition of AI (beyond “automation” and chatbots)</p><p>- Why mobility + AI matters: compute on wheel...

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  Robert Suarez on Biomimicry and Designing Possible Futures

  Aug 27, 202546 minS0

  <p>What can nature teach us about building better futures?</p><p>In this episode of Possible Futures, Gary sits down with Robert Suarez, Fellow for Innovation at Singularity University, longtime IDEO design leader, and expert in biomimicry to explore how natural systems can inspire breakthrough innovation. </p><p>This episode covers:</p><p>- The childhood experiences that shaped Robert’s curiosity</p><p>- How biomimicry helps us design regenerative, circular systems</p><p>- Why organizational design is at the heart of innovation- Humane technology, AI as a creative tool, and the risks of outsourcing innovation</p><p>...

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  Emeline Paat-Dahlstrom on How Space Must Be Democratized | Singularity University

  Aug 20, 202543 minS0

  <p>Emeline Pat Dahlstrom, co-founder of Space Limited and coordinator of the Global Space Enablers Network, breaks down how access to space is shifting from government-only to truly global. We trace the inflection point from smallsats (Planet) to today’s open satellite data, why ecosystem-building matters, and how countries and founders can plug in. Emily contrasts an “Elysium” outcome with a Star Trek vision, and shares practical ways students, operators, and policymakers can get involved now. If you care about earth-impacting applications (GPS/banking, climate, agriculture), this episode maps what’s coming next.</p><p><br></p>

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  Darlene Damm on How to Change the World—And Make It Work

  Aug 13, 202537 minS1

  <p>Join us for an inspiring conversation with Darlene Damm, a fellow for impact at Singularity University, whose career spans decades of solving “wicked problems” in some of the world’s most challenging environments. From cofounding drone delivery networks for healthcare to launching global competitions that democratized space innovation, Darlene has shown how bold ideas—paired with the right teams—can create lasting change.</p><p>Darlene’s journey includes roles with Ashoka, the World Food Programme, and exponential startups, as well as work in Asia helping communities rebuild and thrive. In this episode, she shares how her early life in a remote...

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  Nell Watson on How AI Is Already Rewiring Us

  Aug 6, 202550 minS1

  <p>In this thought-provoking episode, Gary A. Bolles sits down with Nell Watson—Singularity University faculty member, AI ethicist, and president of the European Responsible AI Office—for a wide-ranging conversation on the exponential future of artificial intelligence and the ethical design challenges that come with it.</p><p>Nell shares how a childhood steeped in engineering and science fiction shaped her vision for a more human-centered technological future. She reflects on lessons from the Titanic, the ethics of design, and how our values often lag behind our innovations.</p><p>Together, they explore:</p><p>Why the real danger of A...

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