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In the final installment of her summer signal-searching series, Sue returns to familiar ground—New York City—with fresh eyes and a future-focused lens. From the overwhelming holiday crowds at Rockefeller Center to the evolving fast-food landscape and the city's ever-growing skyline, she explores what these signals might mean for the future of urban life, tourism, and sustainability. This episode blends surprise, curiosity, and cautious optimism as Sue questions whether our post-pandemic behaviors reflect any lessons learned—and how innovation is showing up in the most unexpected places.
Whether you're a seasoned New Yorker or a wide-eyed visitor, this episode invites you to pause and consider what our cities are signaling about the world to come.

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In this second installment of her summer travel series, host Sue explores Bologna, Italy, through the lens of change: what’s been lost, what’s evolving, and what’s quietly coming back to life. From canals hidden in plain sight to climate-smart wines and startup-driven food innovation, this episode is a personal yet critical look at how a historically rich city navigates the friction between preservation and progress.

You'll hear: why tourism in Bologna feels both helpful and heartbreaking, how traditional Italian cuisine is being reimagined—and sometimes resisted, how ancient canals are being restored to protect the city from climate risks, and what a difference a decade makes in the wine list.

This is a short, thoughtful journey through a city at a crossroads—one where history and the future are having lunch at the same table.


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In this special summer edition of Horizon Shift Lab, Sue takes us on a real-world signals hunt through the vibrant city of Seoul, South Korea. As she explores everything from rooftop gardens to subterranean malls, she uncovers surprising and subtle clues about how the future is taking shape in urban environments. With a keen eye for emerging trends—from climate-responsive infrastructure to booming pet culture—this episode offers a refreshing, thought-provoking look at how societal shifts can be observed in the ordinary. Whether you're traveling or staying put, this episode will inspire you to become a future-spotter wherever you are.

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Get ready for a glimpse into a future where transactions are invisible and your home is truly autonomous. In this solo episode of Signal Shift, Raakhee delves into the world of integrated payment systems and the advanced capabilities of digital twins for our living spaces. Inspired by the Institute for the Future's "Commerce of Tomorrow Today" report, she explores how AI and sensor technologies are making biometric authentication (like paying with your face) the new norm for everything from restaurants to public transport. Raakhee unpacks the rising trend of "machine native wallets" and "car IQ pay" where your vehicle becomes its own secure payment system for fuel, parking, and even groceries. Finally, she reveals how companies like Autodesk are working to mainstream digital twins for buildings and homes, promising a future where your smart home hub manages everything from ordering new filters to syncing with your purchased devices, minimizing administrative burden but raising new questions about data privacy and convenience.

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The landscape of women's health is rapidly evolving, with a new wave of innovations putting agency and ownership directly into individuals' hands. In this solo episode of Signal Shift, Raakhee explores groundbreaking advancements in at-home medical testing that are set to redefine how women access and manage their healthcare. She introduces Teal Health, offering the first FDA-approved at-home cervical cancer test, and Wisp, a telehealth company expanding into at-home STI, fertility, and menopause testing. Raakhee delves into the implications of these convenient and less invasive options, questioning the future role of traditional gynecologists as technology and personal testing empower individuals. She also highlights Incora Health's smart earrings, bridging the gap between consumer wearables and clinical-grade medical devices by providing accurate, cycle-aware health metrics. This episode champions a future where women have unprecedented control over their health, prompting important discussions about accessibility, privacy, and the evolving nature of medical care.

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How is AI subtly, yet profoundly, reshaping our decisions, cognition, and even our sense of self? In this incisive episode of Signal Shift, Raakhee welcomes Elina Halonen, a behavioral strategist and founder of Prismatic Strategy. Elina, whose work explores the intricate intersection of behavioral science and AI, clarifies the diverse landscape of this field, from AI as a tool for experiments to behavioral science as a lens for critiquing AI systems. She shares her personal insights on interacting with generative AI as a "co-intelligence" and dissects the concept of "generative friction" – where the challenge shifts from production to curation. The conversation tackles critical issues like bias in AI development (the "WEIRD" problem), the surprising parallels between dog training and interacting with LLMs, and the profound impact of AI on human skills and social relationships. Elina passionately argues why understanding human behavior is paramount for designing ethical and effective AI, emphasizing that this powerful technology cannot be left to "techies” alone.

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Picking up from last week's discussion, Part 2 of the conversation with Zikea McCurdie dives deeper into the revolutionary intersection of behavioral science and health technology. Zikea shares how digital twins – exact virtual versions of ourselves - could predict our body's reactions to treatments, drugs, and even exercise, paving the way for truly personalized medicine and enhanced longevity. The conversation explores how sophisticated sensors and wearables are enabling "habit risk modeling" and "just-in-time interventions" to proactively manage stress, diet, and even mental well-being. Crucially, Raakhee and Zikea tackle the vital balance between technology and human connection, advocating for AI tools that nudge us back into the real world and emphasizing the importance of staying grounded amidst increasing digital connectivity. Discover why embracing health monitoring – both technological and intuitive – is essential for future breakthroughs, and learn about Zikea's own initiative bridging digital convenience with vital in-person wellness services.

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How is technology subtly, yet powerfully, reshaping our everyday health behaviors? In Part 1 of this episode, we welcome Zikea McCurdie, Wellness Director at Wellness360 and an expert in behavioral health. We dive into the burgeoning world where technology meets behavioral science, transforming our approaches to food, fitness, and overall well-being. Zikea reveals the rise of corporate wellness platforms leveraging "gamification" and subtle "nudges" to inspire lasting habits, from earning points for drinking water to getting a day off for hitting health goals. The conversation also explores cutting-edge innovations like augmented reality grocery shopping and predictive health apps that offer personalized insights from wearables and even advanced AI-powered devices, hinting at a future where managing our health is more integrated and intuitive than ever before. Tune in to discover the exciting tools already at play, and stay tuned for Part 2, where we delve even deeper!

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