Mathematics, Medicine, and Mutation: Emma Bunch on Computational Oncology

Building the Future of AR and AI with Arjun Karanam

In this episode, hosts Suhaani Sodhi and Teddy Lampert sit down with Arjun Karanam, an AI researcher and entrepreneur whose work spans from Apple’s Vision Pro to NASA’s Artemis missions. Arjun shares his journey from entering the Congressional App Challenge in high school to studying at Stanford, exploring how the intersection of technology and liberal arts drives innovation. From vibe coding with AI to the philosophical implications of tech policy, listen in for a deep dive into how students can bridge the gap between imagination and reality!

Mathematics, Medicine, and Mutation: Emma Bunch on Computational Oncology

In this episode, Suhaani talks with Emma Bunch, a researcher and incoming PhD student at the University of Kentucky. Emma shares her journey from winning the Congressional App Challenge to conducting cutting-edge research at Vanderbilt and the NIH. Tune in to hear how she combines math, AI, and quantum computing to personalize cancer treatments and revolutionize nanomedicine!

Digital Readiness and Leadership in Educational Technology with Lisa O’Masta

In this episode, Teddy Lampert and Tushar Mehta sit down with Lisa O’Masta, CEO of Learning.com. With a career spanning leadership roles at Learning A-Z and Illustrative Mathematics, Lisa shares her vision for a future where technology is a safe and responsible tool for growth. Tune in to hear about her journey from financial services to EdTech, her anti-silver bullet philosophy, and how she fosters a culture of driving innovation in and out of the classroom.

Launching into Hard Tech with Seyka Mejeur

In this episode, we sit down with Seyka Mejeur, co-founder of Ad Astra, to explore the high-stakes world of hard tech recruiting. From her early days discovering the aerospace industry to building the teams behind breakthrough space and clean energy startups, Seyka shares invaluable advice on finding mentors, assessing startup viability, and why making mistakes is a vital part of early career growth.

Care and AI: Dr. Owais Durrani on Tech in Medicine

In this episode, Suhaani and Tushar talk with Dr. Owais Durrani, an emergency medicine physician based in Houston, TX. After reflecting on his own path in medicine, Dr. Durrani shares how he uses technology, specifically AI, in his practice. Listen to this week’s episode to hear about his thoughts on the future of AI in healthcare!