Living Well with Technology. In Episode 30 of the Human Pulse Podcast, hosts Anne Trager and Fabrice Neuman delve into the complexities of living in a world saturated with abundance and distractions. They discuss the concept of anhedonia, the inability to find joy in activities, as highlighted by Dr. Anna Lemke, and how the relentless pursuit of pleasure can lead to a cycle of stress and dissatisfaction. The conversation shifts to the impact of modern technology and social media on our attention spans and mental health, emphasizing the need for intentionality in our digital consumption. Anne and Fabrice share personal strategies for managing distractions, such as using specific devices for designated tasks and the importance of creating environments conducive to focus and productivity.

They also explore the philosophical implications of our current attention economy, referencing thinkers like Paul Valéry and Étienne Klein, who have long warned about the effects of excessive communication on human cognition. They conclude with practical takeaways for listeners, including the importance of self-discipline, the benefits of doing hard tasks first, and the value of honesty in combating addictive behaviors. This episode serves as a call to action for listeners to reflect on their relationship with technology and to cultivate a more balanced approach to pleasure and productivity.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction Quote

00:30 The Impact of Technology on Pleasure

04:24 The Attention Economy and Its Challenges

07:54 Historical Perspectives on Communication

09:57 Personal Strategies for Managing Distractions

14:33 The Role of Intentions vs. Resolutions

17:20 Balancing Focus and Distraction

21:25 Legal and Social Solutions to Digital Dependency

22:55 Practical Takeaways for Mindful Living

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Recording Date: Jan. 18th, 2026

Hosts: Anne Trager – Human Potential & Executive Performance Coach & Fabrice Neuman – Tech Consultant for Small Businesses

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Resources & Links

The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

https://youtu.be/2ZKLaUbB33o?si=CLr0VDvZrmQGNLfz

La Conversation Scientifique par Étienne Klein (podcast on France Culture)

Devrions-nous faire plus attention à notre attention ?

(Should We Pay More Attention To Our Attention?)

https://www.radiofrance.fr/franceculture/podcasts/la-conversation-scientifique/devrions-nous-faire-plus-attention-a-notre-attention-7586770

How to disable YouTube’s history

https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/95725

Sending Web pages as eBooks with Push To Kindle

https://www.pushtokindle.com

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Living Well with Technology. In Episode 29 of the Human Pulse Podcast, hosts Anne Trager and Fabrice Neuman discuss the implications of the multiverse trope in media, the concept of 'slop' in information, and the challenges of discerning truth in an AI-driven world. They explore the change in scale of information vs sources available today, the role of trust in society, and practical steps to navigate the complexities of modern media consumption.

They explore the widespread presence of multiverses in popular culture, the rise of overwhelming AI-generated content, and the difficulty of discerning truth in the digital age.

Recording Date: Jan. 4th, 2026

Hosts: Anne Trager – Human Potential & Executive Performance Coach & Fabrice Neuman – Tech Consultant for Small Businesses

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Connect with us

Fabrice Neuman

Connect with Fabrice on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fabriceneuman/

Connect with Fabrice on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/fabriceneuman.fr

Find out more: https://www.pro-fusion-conseils.fr

Anne Trager

Connect with Anne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annetrager/

Connect with Anne on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/annetrager.com

Find out more: https://www.potentializer-academy.com

Book a call: https://calendly.com/potentializer-academy/lets-talk

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Resources & Links

“Welcome to the Slopverse”, by Ian Bogost in The Atlantic

https://apple.news/AZlksDyHOQ42q8ylvoxb-jg

Slop: Word of the year by Merriam-Webster-Webster

https://www.merriam-webster.com/wordplay/word-of-the-year

AI Slop on Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWpg1RmzAbc

Fringe (TV show) on Amazon Prime Video

https://www.primevideo.com/detail/0KZW29L9Y0POR6UT6HNAY2EQ53/

Chapters

00:00 Exploring the Multiverse Trope

02:28 The Concept of 'Slop' in Media

06:51 The Impact of Scale on Truth

10:42 Navigating AI-Generated Content

15:50 The Importance of Trust in Information

18:11 The Disturbing Nature of Non-Truths

20:03 Practical Steps to Discern Truth

23:55 Finding Positivity in the Multiverse

Living Well with Technology. In this episode of the Human Pulse podcast, Fabrice Neuman and Anne Trager explore the implications of AI in addressing loneliness, the importance of discomfort for personal growth, and the complexities of human-AI interactions. They discuss the potential benefits and risks of AI companions, the role of boredom in fostering creativity, and the ethical considerations surrounding AI's empathetic capabilities. The conversation delves into the challenges of relying on AI for emotional support and the potential degradation of content as AI continues to evolve. they call on listeners to stay curious, question the tools that mirror us, and keep human connection at the core of an automated future.

Recording Date: July 27th, 2025

Hosts: Fabrice Neuman – Tech Consultant for Small Businesses & Anne Trager – Human Potential & Executive Performance Coach

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Connect with us

Fabrice Neuman

Connect with Fabrice on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fabriceneuman/

Connect with Fabrice on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/fabriceneuman.fr

Find out more: https://www.pro-fusion-conseils.fr

Anne Trager

Connect with Anne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annetrager/

Connect with Anne on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/annetrager.com

Find out more: https://www.potentializer-academy.com

Book a call: https://calendly.com/potentializer-academy/lets-talk

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Chapters

(00:00) Intro

(00:40) AI & Loneliness Debate

(03:44) Loneliness vs. Discomfort

(06:20) Boredom, Rest & Productivity

(10:18) “Lazy Prompts” with Prompt Cowboy

(13:57) AI Empathy, Ethics & Addiction

(20:33) New Human–AI Interaction Paradigm

(21:25) Language Flattening & Data Degradation

(25:51) Conclusion

Resources & Links

Paul Bloom, “A.I. Is About to Solve Loneliness. That’s a Problem” (The New Yorker)

https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2025/07/21/ai-is-about-to-solve-loneliness-thats-a-problem

Prompt Cowboy (prompt-refinement tool)

https://www.promptcowboy.ai

Lex Friedman Podcast #475 – Demis Hassabis: Future of AI, Simulating Reality, Physics and Video Games

https://lexfridman.com/demis-hassabis-2

Victoria Turk, “The Great Language Flattening” (The Atlantic)

https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2025/04/great-language-flattening/682627/

MKBHD, “This Is What Happens When You Re-Upload a YouTube Video 1000 Times”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JR4KHfqw-oE

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Living Well With Technology. In this episode of the Human Pulse Podcast, hosts Fabrice Neuman and Anne Trager delve into the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), focusing on the French tech company Mistral and its AI tools. They discuss the growing trust issues users face with AI, particularly regarding accuracy and reliability. The conversation shifts to real-world applications of AI in organizations, the challenges of information overload, and the question of whether AI is delivering a return on investment. The hosts also address the environmental impact of AI technologies, emphasizing the need for responsible usage. Finally, they highlight the positive contributions of AI in various fields, including historical research and animal communication.

Hosted by Anne Trager & Fabrice Neuman

Listen, watch and subscribe on out website: https://humanpulsepodcast.com

Keywords

AI, Mistral, trust in technology, generative AI, energy consumption, productivity, human interaction, natural language processing, technology efficiency, AI applications

Chapters

(00:00) Intro

(02:58) Trust issue with Al

(07:10) The confines of Al

(09:38) Al's role in organizational ffici...

(13:17) The Al Bubble: Are We Overs...

(14:54) Natural interactions with Al

(24:03) Energy consumption and ethi...

(27:28) Positive applications of Al in s...

(28:40) Conclusion

Le Chat Mistral AI

https://chat.mistral.ai/chat

The Huberman Podcast with Dr. Terry Sejnowski

https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/dr-terry-sejnowski-how-to-improve-at-learning-using-neuroscience-ai

Worklabs Podcast with Jaime Teeven

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/worklab/podcast/microsoft-chief-scientist-on-ai-untapped-potential

National Geographic Magazine (check out November 2024 issue)

https://www.nationalgeographic.com/

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Living Well with Technology.

(((Hi everyone, sorry for the echo on Fabrice's voice, we had a small technical mishap (OK, OK, not using headphones, you guessed it). We tried to correct it the best we could. Thanks.)))

In this episode of the Human Pulse Podcast, Fabrice Neuman and Anne Trager discuss the concept of digital detoxes, exploring their necessity and effectiveness in today's technology-driven world. They delve into the impact of devices on face-to-face conversations, empathy, and social interactions, referencing insights from a French sociologist. Anne shares her personal experience of a 10-day meditation retreat without devices, highlighting the surprising lack of longing for technology. The conversation shifts to the broader implications of device usage, the importance of intentionality in technology use, and the role of technology in emergencies. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to reflect on their own device usage and consider small acts of disconnection.

Keywords

digital detox, technology, conversation, empathy, mindfulness, intentional use, social media, mental health, communication, device addiction

Chapters

(00:00) Intro

(00:31) What is Becoming of Conversation?

(06:37) Oh the horror: no connection!

(08:11) 10-day Meditation Retreat

(15:49) Do we need Digital Detoxes?

(18:02) What Is Screen Time?

(21:22) A Good Excuse to Experiment

(25:09) Satellite Communication From Your Smartphone

(27:48) Conclusion and News!

Links

Carpe diem instead of losing your social mind: Beyond digital addiction and why we all suffer from digital overuse

https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/23311908.2016.1157281#abstract

Effects of blue light on the circadian system and eye physiology

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4734149/

#Sleepyteens: Social media use in adolescence is associated with poor sleep quality, anxiety, depression and low self-esteem

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0140197116300343

The relationship between addictive use of social media, narcissism, and self-esteem: Findings from a large national survey

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0306460316301095

Checking email less frequently reduces stress

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0747563214005810

Impacts of digital social media detox for mental health: A systematic review and meta-analysis

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11392003/

Digital detox: An effective solution in the smartphone era? A systematic literature review

https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/20501579211028647

Que devient la conversation ?

Firsts aired on Sept. 7th 2024, France Culture (59 minutes)

in French

https://www.radiofrance.fr/franceculture/podcasts/la-conversation-scientifique/que-devient-la-conversation-5954377

What is a Vipassana meditation?

As Taught by S.N. Goenka in the Tradition of Sayagyi U Ba Khin

https://www.dhamma.org/en/index

How to use Emergency SOS via satellite on iPhone 14 (Apple YouTube channel)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V35jHAkpUIk

Pixel 9 Satellite SOS vs iPhone vs inReach (HinkingGuy.com YouTube channel)

https://youtu.be/fkBdII0Ideg

iOS 18 iMessage via Satellite demo! (iJustine YouTube channel)

https://youtu.be/7BZMqOATNXE

Anne's website

https://potentializer-academy.com

Fabrice's blog (in French)

https://neuman.fr

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Living Well with Technology.

In this episode, Anne Trager and Fabrice Neuman discuss the purpose of their podcast and what it means to live well with technology. They explore the question of what makes us human and how technology is changing our lives. They also discuss the concept of memory and the potential impact of AI on our ability to remember. Anne emphasizes the importance of forgetting and experiencing the present moment, while Fabrice explores the benefits and drawbacks of having a perfect memory.

For more information and the complete transcription of this episode, go to our website https://humanpulsepodcast.com.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast

09:28 Understanding What Makes Us Human

14:34 The Curse of Perfect Memory: The Value of Forgetting

19:22 Memory and AI: Implications and Questions

25:14 Improving Memory: Practical Tips for Remembering

28:05 Conclusion

Links:

CGP Grey’s video : Humans need not apply

https://www.cgpgrey.com/blog/humans-need-not-apply

Fab’s French podcast: iWeek (La semaine Apple)

https://smartlink.ausha.co/iweek

New Scientist article: What made us human? The fossils redefining our evolutionary origins

https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg26335023-000-what-made-us-human-the-fossils-redefining-our-evolutionary-origins/

Limitless: Go beyond your mind’s limitations. Personalized AI powered by what you’ve seen, said, and heard.

https://www.limitless.ai/

Meet a Canadian teen gifted with a super-powered memory | W5 Investigation

https://youtu.be/5MlFheM5Tf8?si=By3JyCdTQ-m9qKt0

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www.potentializer-academy.com & www.pro-fusion-conseils.fr

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