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Hybrid Minds: Unlocking the Power of AI + IQ

Hybrid Minds: Unlocking the Power of AI + IQ

Cognaize, Vahe Andonians 17 Episodes Jan 22, 2026

This podcast explores the concept of combining artificial intelligence with human expertise to create 'hybrid intelligence.' Each episode features experts discussing the intersection of AI and human intelligence, including both the potential benefits and the risks and pitfalls of AI. The show highlights real-world applications across industries such as finance, engineering, and education, while addressing the controversies surrounding AI's growing capabilities.

Episodes

AI at Scale: Engineering Intelligence Into Global Finance
AI at Scale: Engineering Intelligence Into Global Finance Jan 22, 2026 00:50:19 In this episode of Hybrid Minds, host Vahe welcomes Chris D’Agostino, Chief Data and AI Officer at FIS, for a wide-ranging conversation on the application of AI in enterprise environments. Chris draws on leadership experience from Databricks, Capital One, and FIS to unpack how large-scale financial platforms are evolving with LLMs, agent frameworks, and real-time decision engines.Chris explains ho
AI's impact on Consumer Finance
AI's impact on Consumer Finance Jul 10, 2025 00:41:54 In this episode of Hybrid Minds, host Vahe Andonians is joined by Phill Rosen, Global CTO at MoneyLion, to explore the state of AI integration in financial technology. Phill offers a grounded and technical perspective on what it really takes to build, ship, and maintain AI-powered features in production, focused especially in highly regulated spaces like consumer finance.They discuss what it means
The Future Is Spatial: RJ Pittman on AI, Digital Twins, and the Reinvention of Real Estate
The Future Is Spatial: RJ Pittman on AI, Digital Twins, and the Reinvention of Real Estate May 22, 2025 00:30:38 In this episode of Hybrid Minds, host Vahe welcomes RJ Pittman, Chairman and CEO of Matterport, to discuss the convergence of artificial intelligence, spatial computing, and digital infrastructure. RJ shares his vision for a future where buildings are data, real estate is programmable, and AI transforms how we manage the physical world.RJ brings two decades of experience leading at tech giants lik
From Six Patients to Two Billion: AI's Global Mission with Dr. Shez Partovi
From Six Patients to Two Billion: AI's Global Mission with Dr. Shez Partovi Apr 30, 2025 00:35:02 In this episode of Hybrid Minds, Dr. Shez Partovi, Chief Innovation & Strategy Officer at Philips, takes us on a visionary journey. From a pivotal moment during his time as a practicing neuroradiologist to leading Philips’ global healthcare strategy, Shez shares the story of how one lecture by a nun shifted his perspective—from focusing on six patients a day to aiming to impact billions. His backg
Transforming Legal Practice with AI with Dr.Leif-Nissen Lundbæk
Transforming Legal Practice with AI with Dr.Leif-Nissen Lundbæk Dec 5, 2024 00:42:36 In this episode of Hybrid Minds,Vahe Andonians is joined by Dr. Leif Nissen-Lundbeck, CEO and co-founder of Xayn, a pioneering GenAI company behind Noxtua, Europe’s first sovereign legal AI. Dr. Lundbeck shares insights into the complexities of developing a legal language model tailored specifically for law firms, legal departments, and government entities across Europe. He discusses the critical
Gen AI and the Workforce: Adapting to the AI-Driven Future
Gen AI and the Workforce: Adapting to the AI-Driven Future Nov 14, 2024 00:35:05 In this episode of Hybrid Minds host Vahe Andonians is joined by Cristina Pieretti, General Manager and Head of Digital Credit Research at  Moody's Analytics, who discusses the transformative power of artificial intelligence, particularly the potential of Gen AI to revolutionize industries. She emphasizes the importance of staying on top of innovations and finding the right partners to execute AI
Inside Walmart's AI-Driven Future for Retail Excellence
Inside Walmart's AI-Driven Future for Retail Excellence Jun 20, 2024 00:37:04 Join host Vahe Andonians for an engaging discussion with David Glick, Senior Vice President of Enterprise Business Services at Walmart, as we explore the multifaceted role he plays in driving technological innovation within the company. From payment systems to people technology, and even legal tech, David sheds light on the vast responsibilities that fall under his purview. We also discuss Walmart
Measuring AI Maturity in Global Banking with Alexandra Mousavizadeh
Measuring AI Maturity in Global Banking with Alexandra Mousavizadeh May 2, 2024 00:43:42 On this episode of Hybrid Minds, join host Vahe Andonians and special guest Alexandra Mousavizadeh, CEO of Evident, as they delve into the complexities of the Evident AI Index and its transformative impact on the banking sector. The two explores the pioneering methodology behind the index, its role in assessing AI maturity across global banks, and how North American banks are leading in AI adoptio
The AI Financial Evolution with LSEG’s Hanna Helin
The AI Financial Evolution with LSEG’s Hanna Helin Mar 21, 2024 00:33:47 Join host Vahe Andonians and dive into the fascinating world of AI's impact on the financial sector with Hanna Helin, Global Head of Technology Innovation at the London Stock Exchange Group.In this episode, we explore Hanna's career journey in AI and technology, unveiling the seismic shifts brought about by AI in financial institutions. From the bedrock role of cloud computing and big data to the
Decoding Our Coexistence Around AI with Raffi Krikorian
Decoding Our Coexistence Around AI with Raffi Krikorian Feb 15, 2024 00:50:20 On this episode, host Vahe Andonians welcomes the brilliant Raffi Krikorian, CTO at Emerson Collective, to discuss the intricacies of control and responsibility we share with technology. Together, they unravel the threads of human influence over tech evolution, challenging the pervasive notion that we're at the mercy of these digital forces. The conversation navigates through the ethics of AI, the
The Evolution of Healthcare Through AI with Dr. Thomas Fuchs
The Evolution of Healthcare Through AI with Dr. Thomas Fuchs Jan 25, 2024 00:42:48 Join host Vahe Andonians in a captivating discussion with Dr. Thomas Fuchs, Department Chair of Artificial Intelligence and Human Health at Mount Sinai, as they delve into the profound impact of artificial intelligence on personalized healthcare and early disease detection.Exploring vital aspects like the ethical considerations surrounding AI, the potential of hybrid intelligence, and the expandin
Tomorrow’s Job Demand Market Through the Power of AI
Tomorrow’s Job Demand Market Through the Power of AI Jan 11, 2024 00:48:43 Join host Vahe Andonians on the latest episode of Hybrid Minds into the dynamic realm of AI's transformative impact on creativity and the workforce in this engaging episode featuring Joseph Drambarean, CPO, and CTO at Trovata. Discover how AI is not just a tool but a catalyst for personal growth, making individuals more creative, faster, and ultimately more prolific.As Joseph navigates the evolvin

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