This episode is a conversation between myself and my friend Roy Moore, where Roy recounts his journey from university to co-founding and running a charity, Fair Play for All Foundation, in the Philippines. The dialogue explores the motivations behind starting the organization, which focuses on using sports, particularly football, as a means of support and opportunity for children living in impoverished communities. Roy details the initial challenges, the organic growth of the charity, and its evolution into a holistic mentoring program that encompasses sports, education, and social work. The friends also discuss the profound personal impact of witnessing poverty and inequality, and Roy reflects on the challenges and successes of building a sustainable and impactful organization driven by the needs and potential of the local community.

In this video I chat with Sesame (a conversational AI), and we explore the potential role of artificial intelligence in therapy. We discuss whether AI could replicate essential human elements like empathy and congruence to effectively support mental well-being. Concerns are raised about AI replacing human therapists and the significance of genuine feeling versus the simulation of it. The dialogue also touches upon broader implications of advanced AI, including its potential impact on society, the nature of consciousness, and even dystopian scenarios versus utopian possibilities like universal basic income and redefined purpose. Ultimately, the conversation highlights the complex ethical and philosophical questions arising from the increasing capabilities of AI.

Check it out for yourself: https://www.sesame.com/

This podcast episode features a conversation between two former classmates, Dave and Jo, exploring Jo's gender transition journey. Jo shares her early experiences of knowing she was a girl, the lack of positive trans representation in media, and the personal events that led to her decision to transition. She reflects on the challenges, including societal pressures, loss of friendships, and the importance of having a support system. Dave and Jo also discuss the societal visibility of trans issues, media portrayals, and the impact of gender roles. The conversation also expands into broader reflections on masculinity and the societal pressures that shape gender identity. Ultimately, Jo emphasizes the joy and fulfillment she has found in living authentically and encourages others to embrace their true selves.