Where What If Becomes What's Next Podcast
A CMU Podcast for Next Generation's Doers
We ask bold questions that explore future innovations for the betterment of humanity.
In Season One, we focus on Artificial Intelligence. In Season Two, you'll hear about breakthroughs at CMU from scientists, researchers, innovators and artists at the forefront of artificial intelligence, robotics, health science and the arts.
With host Randy Scott, every other Thursday we’ll introduce you to the CMU experts and their game-changing stories of innovation — experts who have already asked “What If” to make “What's Next” a reality.
Recent Episodes
S2 Episode 15
Guiding a Safe Future for AI — Part 2
What if machines could reason like humans? We're racing toward that reality. It's called artificial general intelligence. The question is, can we build it safely?
S2 Episode 14
Guiding a Safe Future for AI — Part 1
What if AI is automating the one thing that's always made us human — intelligence itself? And how do we ensure that it's developed safely?
S2 Episode 13
Unlocking the Future of Gene Therapy
What if AI could help design gene therapies so precise they eliminate chronic pain while leaving other senses completely intact?