Episode 2

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14th Jun 2023

Reimagining Urban Planning with AI with Zach Katz

In this episode of the Creatives with AI podcast, hosts David Brown and DeeDee Wallace speak with AI artist Zach Katz, the creator behind the Twitter account @BetterStreetsAI.

Zach uses generative AI imaging tools to transform cities into more pedestrian and cyclist-friendly spaces. He advocates for safe streets and has led several successful campaigns in Portland, Oregon, revolutionizing the urban landscape. David and Zach discuss the democratization of urban planning, using AI to create compelling visions of the future and living life in Amsterdam.

To learn more about the Creatives with AI podcast and its guests, visit the website at www.creativeswith.ai.



Timestamps


[00:00:33] AI artist creating livable cities.


[00:05:19] AI transforming cities.


[00:09:18] Democratizing urban planning.


[00:13:17] E-bikes revolutionizing US cities.


[00:13:48] AI and city planning.


[00:17:11] Traffic and road closures.


[00:21:02] Urban Planning and Design.


[00:23:28] Car-free streets in cities.


[00:27:08] AI Urban Planning.


[00:31:06] The decline of hat makers.


[00:33:47] The Future of AI.


[00:37:50] Post-money society.


[00:41:08] The future of money.


[00:44:44] Future of job security.


[00:49:01] Impact of AI on creativity.

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Humans WithAI is a podcast about how artificial intelligence is changing people’s work, lives and sense of what comes next.
Hosted by David Brown, the show features honest conversations about the human impact of AI. What started as Creatives WithAI in 2023 has evolved into a broader look at how AI is reshaping careers, industries, identity and opportunity far beyond the creative world.
From founders and freelancers to educators, leaders and workers navigating change, Humans WithAI explores what happens when technology stops being abstract and starts affecting real life.

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David Brown

A technology entrepreneur with over 25 years' experience in corporate enterprise, working with public sector organisations and startups in the technology, digital media, data analytics, and adtech industries. I am deeply passionate about transforming innovative technology into commercial opportunities, ensuring my customers succeed using innovative, data-driven decision-making tools.

I'm a keen believer that the best way to become successful is to help others be successful. Success is not a zero-sum game; I believe what goes around comes around.

I enjoy seeing success, whether it’s yours or mine, so send me a message if there's anything I can do to help you.