Send us a text Think yeast is just for bread and beer? Think again! Discover how this tiny microorganism is driving the future of biofuels, cleaning up oil spills, transforming sustainable food, and creating eco-friendly materials. On Emerging Tech Unpacked, host Lucy Lin dives deep into the incredible world of “yeast hacking” with trailblazing microbiologist and biotech entrepreneur, Claudia Bruinsma. Explore how wild and engineered yeast are revolutionising climate solutions, boosti...

Send us a text What if the medicines you rely on suddenly stopped working? In this episode of Emerging Tech Unpacked, host Lucy Lin is joined by Dr Christine Carson, founder and Chief Scientific Officer of Cytophenix, a trailblazer in tackling the urgent crisis of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Discover how AMR threatens everything from routine surgeries to cancer care and why the World Health Organisation calls it one of the biggest global health challenges of our time. Christine sh...

Send us a text How can maggots and robots solve the global food waste crisis? Join host Lucy Lin on Emerging Tech Unpacked as she sits down with Olympia Yarger, Founder and CEO of GOTERRA, the “Maggot Lady” herself, for an eye-opening conversation about insect farming, robotics, and the future of sustainable food waste solutions. Discover how millions of maggots inside automated shipping containers are transforming food scraps from cities and businesses into valuable protein and fertiliser, c...

Send us a text How does Australia, a nation of just 26 million, consistently dominate Olympic swimming? In this episode of Emerging Tech Unpacked, host Lucy Lin sits down with Jess Corones, General Manager of Performance Support and Olympic Campaign at Swimming Australia, to reveal the tech and teamwork powering Australia’s swimming success. Discover the latest innovations - from AI-driven computer vision and wearables in training, to real-time race analysis and cloud-powered decision-making ...

Send us a text From a $25 million deepfake scam to massive data breaches affecting millions, it is no wonder that a potential cybersecurity attack keeps many people awake at night. In a world obsessed with technological solutions, we've overlooked our greatest asset and cybersecurity vulnerability: humans. From insider threats to phishing emails to malicious ransomware, good cybersecurity hygiene is key to protecting your and your customers' data and information. In this podcast episode, Em...

Send us a text Ever wondered how AI is transforming the creative world? In this podcast episode, Emerging Tech Unpacked host Lucy Lin spoke to Canva’s Head of Generative AI Design, CJ Jones, about the future of creativity, generative AI design and her global career working at the bleeding edge of design and technology. You'll discover why getting bored might be the secret to unlocking your creative potential, how AI walks can spark innovation, and why critical thinking is more crucial than ev...

Send us a textHow do you spot a deepfake image or video? Is it missing fingers, unnatural blinking or mismatched lip movements?In this podcast episode, Emerging Tech Unpacked host Lucy Lin spoke to intelligence expert Emerald Sage about deepfake technology and her career working for a national security intelligence organisation. From political manipulation to personal exploitation, we'll uncover the dark underbelly of this technology and ask the tough questions: How can we protect ourselves? ...

Send us a textAda Lovelace was a mathematician and often called the first computer programmer. According to the Office of the Chief Scientist, women comprise only 28 % of the STEM workforce and even less for women in the new and emerging tech industries. So picture this: CJ Jones, the Head of Generative AI Design from Canva, unveiling the secrets of AI and design; Cheryl Shannon, the Technology Deployment Manager from IBM, decoding the intersection of sports and data; and Cassie Jenkins,...

Send us a textImagine a world where skyscrapers produce more food than fields, where fresh greens are harvested year-round close to your home, and growing lettuce uses 95% less water.This isn't science fiction – it's the cutting-edge reality of indoor vertical farming. We're diving into this groundbreaking agricultural technology that's transforming urban landscapes into a lush, productive oasis. From high-tech hydroponic systems to AI-driven crop management, learn how indoor vertical farms a...

Send us a textThe future of medicine and healthcare is truly upon us. We hope that one day, we will be able to create living tissues and organs from scratch and overcome the challenges of organ shortages and organ rejection.There are many images on the internet, on TV and in the movies, but realistically, how long away is this technology, and where are we currently at in terms of progress?In this episode of Emerging Tech Unpacked, host Lucy Lin interviews Niina Matthews, PhD candidate at the ...

Send us a textWhat if we could print human organs? That's the mind-boggling potential of 3D bioprinting, a cutting-edge technology that's reshaping the future of medicine.Imagine a world where organ shortages are a thing of the past, and patients in need of transplants can receive personalised 3D bioprinted organs instead. It's an awe-inspiring vision that's driving scientists, technologists and engineers to push the boundaries of what's possible.Learn more about the benefits, risks and the f...

Send us a textImagine a future where the most abundant element in the universe powers our world with zero emissions. That future is now with green hydrogen.In this episode of Emerging Tech Unpacked, host Lucy Lin interviews Dr Louise Brown, CEO and co-founder of Hydgene Renewables. She takes us on her remarkable journey from academic researcher to pioneering entrepreneur in the trillion-dollar green hydrogen industry. Discover how her team's groundbreaking technology converts biomass waste in...

Send us a textIn this special live episode, recorded at Western Sydney University, Emerging Tech Unpacked host Lucy Lin celebrates International Women's Day and delves into the careers of two inspirational women in STEM. Niina Matthews, a PhD candidate at the University of Technology, Sydney, discusses her groundbreaking work in 3D bioprinting cardiac patches. Dr. Louise Brown, CEO and founder of Hydgene Renewables, explains the nuances of green hydrogen and its role in the future of renewabl...

Send us a textIn this episode of the Emerging Tech Unpacked podcast, host Lucy Lin delves deeper into the topic of generative AI alongside Nilram Azadpeyma, a machine learning cloud engineer at Google. They discuss the evolution of large language models, their rapid adoption, and practical applications in marketing, segmentation, and personalised experiences. They also explore the future of generative AI, addressing both benefits and misconceptions, while Nilram shares her personal journey, i...

Send us a textWhat if I told you that we are on the brink of a future where machines can not only assist us but also create alongside us? Welcome to the world of generative artificial intelligence, where the boundaries of human and machine creativity are blurring. In this podcast, we'll explore the awe-inspiring potential of artificial intelligence that can generate art, music, and videos with just a few text prompts. Join me as we ponder the question: how will generative AI shape the future ...

Send us a textDo you find emerging technologies podcasts:- Too technical and boring?- Hard to understand and a bit scary?- Unrelatable and not representing a diverse point of view? Emerging Tech Unpacked is a new educational podcast (video & audio) that will demystify emerging technologies and set the record straight so we can better understand and be better informed. We’ll also unpack each technology with women in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) leaders...

Send us a textAre you curious or anxious about emerging technologies like autonomous vehicles, deep fakes, and AI? Emerging Tech Unpacked is your go-to video and audio podcast to understand and ease those concerns. Join us as we break down these technologies with leading women in STEM, offering insights, addressing fears, and sharing their journeys. Educate yourself for a future-ready mindset. For more information, visit: https://www.emergingtechunpacked.com/Follow us on o...