Sustain Dane podcast

Artificial intelligence is evolving at an unprecedented pace—what does that mean for the future of technology, venture capital, business, and even our understanding of ourselves? Award-winning journalist and writer Anil Ananthaswamy joins us for our latest episode to discuss his latest book Why Machines Learn: The Elegant Math Behind Modern AI . Anil helps us explore the journey and many breakthroughs that have propelled machine learning from simple perceptrons to the sophisticated algorithms shaping today’s AI revolution, powering GPT and other models. The discussion aims to demystify some of the underlying mathematical concepts that power modern machine learning, to help everyone grasp this technology impacting our lives–even if your last math class was in high school. Anil walks us through the power of scaling laws, the shift from training to inference optimization, and the debate among AI’s pioneers about the road to AGI—should we be concerned, or are we still missing key pieces of the puzzle? The conversation also delves into AI’s philosophical implications—could understanding how machines learn help us better understand ourselves? And what challenges remain before AI systems can truly operate with agency? If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform. Sign up for our newsletter at techsurgepodcast.com for exclusive insights and updates on upcoming TechSurge Live Summits. Links: Read Why Machines Learn, Anil’s latest book on the math behind AI https://www.amazon.com/Why-Machines-Learn-Elegant-Behind/dp/0593185749 Learn more about Anil Ananthaswamy’s work and writing https://anilananthaswamy.com/ Watch Anil Ananthaswamy’s TED Talk on AI and intelligence https://www.ted.com/speakers/anil_ananthaswamy Discover the MIT Knight Science Journalism Fellowship that shaped Anil’s AI research https://ksj.mit.edu/ Understand the Perceptron, the foundation of neural networks https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perceptron Read about the Perceptron Convergence Theorem and its significance https://www.nature.com/articles/323533a0…

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Sustainable Breakfast Series: Fashion with a Purpose 1:04:24

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Welcome back to our Sustainable Breakfast Series ! During this event Sustain Dane brought together experts to speak about more sustainable apparel options like clothing made from hemp fiber, thrift stores, and the steps brands take to minimize impact. This episode features the voices of: Marianne Fairbanks an Audrey Rothermel Bascom Professor Julie Bennett the CEO & Executive Director of St. Vincent de Paul Robert Behnke the Co-Founder of Fair Indigo Carolyn Benforado the Board President for The Sewing Machine Project Our website: https://sustaindane.org/ Find us on LinkedIn! Find us on Instagram! Find us on Twitter! Find us Facebook! Check out our videos on YouTube! Say hi via email with hello@sustaindane.org…

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Sustain Dane Origins 34:55

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Sustain Dane was founded in 1999 by a group of Madison community members to create a more sustainable future for Dane County. Today on the show we are being joined by Jim Bradley and Karen Crossley to discuss what sustain Dane looked like in it's the beginning! We discuss early efforts and programs including neighborhood and workplace study circles, residential rain barrels, and training City of Madison staff in the Natural Step. Our website: https://sustaindane.org/ Find us on LinkedIn! Find us on Instagram! Find us on Twitter! Find us Facebook! Check out our videos on YouTube! Say hi via email with hello@sustaindane.org…

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Sustain Dane Summit (2023) 21:37

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The Sustain Dane Summit is a conference for sustainability enthusiasts to learn, connect, share, reflect, and build new personal and professional skills. In 2023 your host, Jay Davis, got to attend his first one! Tune in to hear about his experience and from a few of the other folks who were kind enough to share theirs. Save the date for the 2024 Sustain Dane Summit—Friday November 8. Our website: https://sustaindane.org/ Find us on LinkedIn! Find us on Instagram! Find us on Twitter! Find us Facebook! Check out our videos on YouTube! Say hi via email with hello@sustaindane.org…

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Sustainable Breakfast Series: Healing Our Climate Anxiety 47:54

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The Sustain Dane Podcast is back for 2024! We once again bring you the audio from our Sustainable Breakfast Series . During this event Sustain Dane brought together experts to speak about mental health in relation to climate change. This episode features the voices of: Dekila Chungyalpa the Director of The Loka Initiative Christy Wilson-Mendenhall , Research Assistant at Center for Healthy Minds You can find the trailer mentioned in the episode here ! Our website: https://sustaindane.org/ Find us on LinkedIn! Find us on Instagram! Find us on Twitter! Find us Facebook! Check out our videos on YouTube! Say hi via email with hello@sustaindane.org…

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Sustainable Breakfast Series: A Breathable Future 1:04:37

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In this episode of the Sustain Dane Podcast we tune into another live event! This time we bring you the audio from our Sustainable Breakfast Series . during this event Sustain Dane brought together experts to speak about air quality in Madison and Dane County. This episode features the voices of: Cristina Carvajal , Executive Director of Wisconsin EcoLatinos Ivo Rozendaal , Studio Leader at SmithGroup Brianna Denk , Air Quality Planning and Standards Section Chief at Wisconsin DNR Brad Pierce , Director of UW Madison Space and Engineering Cente r Don't forget to register for the Sustain Dane Summit coming up November 3rd! Our website: https://sustaindane.org/ Find us on LinkedIn! Find us on Instagram! Find us on Twitter! Find us Facebook! Check out our videos on YouTube! Say hi via email with hello@sustaindane.org…

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Clayton Frazer - Native Range Ecological 14:36

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In this episode of the Sustain Dane Podcast we sit down with Clayton Frazer , the founder and principal ecologist of Native Range Ecological . Clayton Frazer has spent a lifetime dedicated to the preservation and revitalization of our natural landscapes. Join us as we delve into his passion for preserving biodiversity, maintaining native ecosystems, and fostering a harmonious coexistence between nature and human development. Clayton was a speaker at our August All Around Dane County event in Deerfield where he spoke about the same topics as this episode. If you want to meet and engage with folks like Clayton, who are passionate about sustainability in their community, make sure to check out our upcoming event in McFarland on October 25th! Don't forget to register for the Sustain Dane Summit coming up November 3rd! Our website: https://sustaindane.org/ Find us on LinkedIn! Find us on Instagram! Find us on Twitter! Find us Facebook! Check out our videos on YouTube! Say hi via email with hello@sustaindane.org…

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Latino Bilingual Recycling and Air Quality Graduation (Español) 52:14

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In this special edition of the Sustain Dane Podcast, we take you to the graduation ceremony of an innovative bilingual program that's making a difference in the community. Join us as we hear from graduates of the Recycling and Air Quality program! This course was programmed by Sustain Dane in association with the Latino Academy of Workforce Development. This episode will immerse you in a world of linguistic diversity and sustainability, as a majority of today's episode will be in Spanish! Discover how these individuals have become empowered to create a positive impact on the environment and air quality in their communities. This episode is a celebration of diversity, environmental education, and commitment to a greener, cleaner future. Don't miss it! Our website: https://sustaindane.org/ Find us on LinkedIn! Find us on Instagram! Find us on Twitter! Find us Facebook! Check out our videos on YouTube! Say hi via email with hello@sustaindane.org…

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Powerful Teen Leaders 22:09

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As summer comes to a close and we begin the school year once again, the Sustain Dane podcast delves into the northside of Madison to check in with our Powerful Teen Leaders program. Join us as we sit down with program founders, directors, and the incredible young leaders themselves to explore the profound impact this initiative is having on the local community and beyond. Discover how the program equips teenagers with the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to drive positive change in their communities and tackle pressing sustainability challenges head-on. We'll learn about the transformative experiences of these young leaders as they engage in hands-on projects, develop leadership skills, and cultivate a deep sense of environmental and social responsibility. From solar power, electric cars, to cadavers, these teens are proving that age is no barrier to creating meaningful change. Hear firsthand accounts of their projects, what they chose to do this summer, and how they're looking to shape their own future. Whether you're a parent, educator, or simply someone who believes in the power of youth, this episode is for you. Join us on this journey of empowerment, leadership, and sustainability as we uncover the extraordinary impact of the Powerful Teen Leaders Program. Our website: https://sustaindane.org/ Find us on LinkedIn! Find us on Instagram! Find us on Twitter! Find us Facebook! Check out our videos on YouTube! Say hi via email with hello@sustaindane.org…

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All Around Dane County (Sun Prairie) 22:02

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We continue our exploration of Sustain Dane's All Around Dane County series of events today with an episode featuring speakers from Sun Prairie! The All Around Dane County programs aim to bring together people interested in sustainability, learn from local success stories, and share ideas with one another. While we weren't able to bring you the live audio from this event which took place in June, we were able to catch up after the fact with a few of the speakers. Tune in as we hear from Sarah Wells (Sun Prairie Market Manager), Bill Dunlop (VP of Sun Prairie (Parks Friends), and Ben Stanger (Founder of Green Box). They talk about what they do and how their respective organizations are helping Sun Prairie and Dane County be a more sustainable community. https://parksfriends.org/ https://www.withgreenbox.com/ https://cityofsunprairie.com/1318/Sun-Prairie-Farmers-Markets Our website: https://sustaindane.org/ Find us on LinkedIn! Find us on Instagram! Find us on Twitter! Find us Facebook! Check out our videos on YouTube! Say hi via email with hello@sustaindane.org…

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All Around Dane County (Mt. Horeb) 34:50

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Join us as we embark on a thrilling exploration of Sustain Dane's All Around Dane County series of events! The All Around Dane County programs aim to bring together people interested in sustainability, learn from local success stories, and share ideas with one another. The very first event in this series took place in April of 2023 began in the charming town of Mt. Horeb. If you missed the event, you're in luck! You can catch the entirety of the presentational section of the event right here. Tune in as we delve into the motivations and aspirations the citizens of Mt. Horeb have for fostering sustainability, connection, and positive change within their communities. We got to hear from local leaders, artisans, and residents whose stories intertwine to give a greener outlook for this community. Our website: https://sustaindane.org/ Find us on LinkedIn! Find us on Instagram! Find us on Twitter! Find us Facebook! Check out our videos on YouTube! Say hi via email with hello@sustaindane.org…

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Farmers' Market Food Scrap Drop-Off Program 39:36

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Welcome to the second episode of the Sustain Dane Podcast , your gateway to all things sustainability and positive change in Dane County and Madison, Wisconsin! Today we are talking all things Food Scraps Program! No matter your level of familiarity with this program, this episode will be sure to teach you what it's all about and how you can do your part to keep it going. We chat with an array of folks who are helping bring this program to life everyday. We kick the episode off by chatting with Bryan Johnson, the Recycling Coordinator and Public Information Officer for the City of Madison Streets Division. Then we get down to the drop off sites themselves to talk to the many market goers who bring their scraps to the market each week. We head to the Eastside Farmers' Market first where we had the chance to talk with our Compost Interns and the Market Manager there. Then we head over to the Southside Farmers' Market where we had the chance to chat with Robert Pierce, the Founder & Executive Director of Neighborhood Food Solutions who takes on the task of turning our scraps into soil. Before we close out the episode we also got to hear from Sujata Gautam who helps run the Trash Lab ! A unique experience that helps folks of all ages learn about the things we throw away and allows us to rethink our relationship with waste. Want to learn more about our Food Scraps Program? Check it out on the Sustain Dane website! Our website: https://sustaindane.org/ Find us on LinkedIn! Find us on Instagram! Find us on Twitter! Find us Facebook! Check out our videos on YouTube! Say hi via email with hello@sustaindane.org…

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Meet the Team! 19:46

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Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Sustain Dane Podcast , your gateway to all things sustainability and positive change in Dane County and Madison, Wisconsin! In this exciting premiere, we'll introduce you to the passionate team members behind the scenes at Sustain Dane. We sit down with each team member to discover their unique stories, motivations, and the incredible work they do to make a difference. Most importantly, we hope that with this episode you will have a clear picture on who you should reach out to today to begin or continue your personal sustainability journey. In this episode, you'll be introduced to: Claire Oleksiak - Executive Director: claire@sustaindane.org Lorenza Zebell - Program Manager: lorenza@sustaindane.org Maggie Radl - Communications Specialist: maggie@sustaindane.org Valora Gutierrez - Efficiency Navigator & NOAH Outreach Specialist: valora@sustaindane.org Samantha Worden - Program Coordinator: samantha@sustaindane.org Above, you can find direct email addresses to every team member heard on this episode. Still don't know who to contact? You can always send an email to hello@sustaindane.org just to say hi! Want to learn a little more about our awesome staff? Check out their bios here on our website: https://sustaindane.org/staff-and-board/ Our website: https://sustaindane.org/ Find us on LinkedIn! Find us on Instagram! Find us on Twitter! Find us Facebook! Check out our videos on YouTube! Say hi via email with hello@sustaindane.org…

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What is the Sustain Dane Podcast? 2:19

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The Sustain Dane Podcast is an initiative to bring you the events and programs created by Sustain Dane in audio form! Check out this episode to learn more about what to expect! Our website: https://sustaindane.org/ Find us on LinkedIn! Find us on Instagram! Find us on Twitter! Find us Facebook! Check out our videos on YouTube! Say hi via email with hello@sustaindane.org…

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Understanding the Elegant Math Behind Modern Machine Learning 1:14:43