Chris Boyer

New episode of SNAT: @edbennett.bsky.social and I unravel the strange power of online streaking. We also test AI models in hallucinating citations. And share a cool GenAI tool: touchpoint.health/podcast/seas...

In the latest episode of "SNAT", @edbennett.bsky.social and I roast video conferencing platforms' UX/UI. Also, we recommend a YouTube scam-slayer. and ask AI if it can (or will) be your friend.

New episode now live. touchpoint.health/podcast/season-2-episode-4-zoom-sucks-prove-me-wrong/

New Lego-building AI creates models that actually stand up in real life Carnegie Mellon “LegoGPT” system uses physics checks to ensure models don’t collapse.

Here’s an AI model I could get behind:

arstechnica.com/ai/2025/05/n...

New "Surprise - It's Not a Toaster" #podcast: @edbennett.bsky.social and I talk fake John Wick trailers, death hoaxes, Black Mirror, and ChatGPT confirming our darkest diabetes cost suspicions: touchpoint.health/podcast/seas...

Scientists Just Found Who's Causing Global Warming A new study observes economic patterns related to climate change in order to find the staggering amount of emissions pumped out by the rich.

Interesting read: "the "wealthiest 10 percent of the global population accounted for nearly half of global emissions" - futurism.com/scientists-w...

New SNAT podcast: @edbennett.bsky.social and I are talking “everythingism” — the urge to build every product for every person. Then we make ChatGPT write bios now that it remembers everything about us. It's weirdly flattering. Also kind of terrifying. Listen here: touchpoint.health/podcast/seas...

Dr. Oz Pushed for AI Health Care in First Medicare Agency Town Hall Dr. Oz, who now controls the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and its $1.5 trillion budget, promoted the idea that AI avatars could replace frontline health care workers.

As a person that advocates for the use of AI in healthcare, it's clear this guy doesn't get it at all. “I’m not sure he knows what we do here,” said one CMS employee who listened to the call. “He was talking about nutrition and exercise. That’s not what Medicare does.” www.wired.com/story/dr-oz-...

Quartz Fires All Writers After Move to AI Slop After moving to publish misinformation-laden AI slop, G/O Media sold Quartz and fired its editorial staff. Sadly, this has been a pattern.

Is this the future of news? AI Slop for us all? What do you think, @danfell.bsky.social? futurism.com/quartz-fires...

$5 a dozen: major egg companies may be using avian flu to hike US prices, new report finds The highly concentrated egg market may be contributing to soaring consumer prices – and the spread of the virus, data shared exclusively with the Guardian shows

Just leaving this here for consideration: www.theguardian.com/environment/...

You should. You always do.

New #touchpoint #podcast: @reedsmith.bsky.social and I explore how health systems can use reputation as a strategic asset. Learn about social media's impact, AI's role, and more. Featuring Dean Browell: touchpoint.health/podcast/tp42...

Google Ad-Tech Users Can Target National Security ‘Decision Makers’ and People With Chronic Diseases Google enables marketers to target people with serious illnesses and crushing debt—against its policies—as well as the makers of classified defense technology, a WIRED investigation has found.

Google enables marketers to target people with serious illnesses and crushing debt—against its policies—as well as the makers of classified defense technology, a WIRED investigation has found.
www.wired.com/story/google...

This is what I love about Bluesky. I never thought to get a historian’s view of AI, but this is a vital read.

New #touchpoint #podcast - @reedsmith.bsky.social and I explore the evolving role of content in healthcare marketing, diving into content composability, AI , and content strategies. Ahava Leibtag joins to introduces the concept of a Content Stack - touchpoint.health/podcast/tp42...

Episode 35: The Internet’s Comment Section: Humanity’s Greatest Mistake? » Touch Point Media Chris Boyer and Ed Bennett explore the chaos of online comments, from trolling and toxicity to unexpected SEO benefits. Are comments harming our mental health, or do they still serve a purpose? Plus, ...

In the new "Surprise - It's Not a Toaster" podcast, @edbennett.bsky.social and I delve into the annoyance of online comments (including the vague history of how they came to be the cesspool they are today). Give it a listen - includes a tech tip and GenAI test: touchpoint.health/podcast/epis...

New #touchpoint #podcast - @reedsmith.bsky.social and I discuss the current competitive market for health systems, and Jonathan Pathius from Cast & Hue share how Jobs to Be Done helps: touchpoint.health/podcast/tp42...

Americans' Ratings of U.S. Professions Stay Historically Low Americans' ratings of the honesty and ethics of 23 professions are unchanged from 2023 but remain low historically.

Interesting report on honesty and ethics, ranked by industry - courtesy of Gallup. Interesting note: "Three in four Americans consider nurses highly honest and ethical, making them the most trusted of 23 professions " - this is a good report. Take a look: news.gallup.com/poll/655106/...

Trump’s shocking purge of public health data, explained All of us will be collateral damage in MAGA’s war on “DEI.”

As this article states “We are what we measure.” These purges of medical data are a dangerous signal for our future. Great article from @vox.com: www.vox.com/future-perfe...

For someone who works in the technology space for US Health Systems, I am all too familiar with how complex tech infrastructures can be. While I do focus on transformation and optimization, there just are certain ways to do this - outside of unfettered access by untrained, biased hacks.

How Elon Musk boosted false USAID conspiracy theories to shut down global aid Musk drove fringe viewpoints on USAID into the mainstream on X as the Trump administration halted the humanitarian relief agency’s work.

Lots of fringe, misrepresented and outright false claims are the fuel behind decisions being made today. Dangerous times. www.nbcnews.com/politics/dog...

And it's only been slightly over two weeks since he's been in office.

New #touchpoint #podcast: @reedsmith.bsky.social and I explore the evolution of patient experience and how digital engagement has transformed patient interactions. John Berndt of Valtech shares insights into their recent patient experience report - give it a listen! touchpoint.health/podcast/tp42...

As Internet enshittification marches on, here are some of the worst offenders Ars staffers take aim at some of the web’s worst predatory practices.

The digital world keeps getting better and better, doesn't it? arstechnica.com/gadgets/2025...

Feels like this is the case.

YouTube video by Captain Steeeve Analyzing the Mid-Air Collision Over the Potomac: A Detailed Examination of ATC Communications

Excellent analysis of the plane crash. Clear explanation by a senior pilot based the air traffic control recording. youtu.be/hfgllf1L9_4?...

New #touchpoint #podcast: @reedsmith.bsky.social and I check in on the state of social media for healthcare, and discuss the recent changes to these platforms. We even feature Jenny Bristow from Hedy & Hopp. Give it a listen! touchpoint.health/podcast/tp41...

New "Surprise - It's Not a Toaster" #podcast - @edbennett.bsky.social and I dive into the world of Terms & Conditions, we geek out over fast website design, and ask GenAI to "simplify" classic literature. Can AI turn Moby Dick into a bedtime story? Listen in here: touchpoint.health/podcast/epis...

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New "Surprise - It's Not a Toaster" podcast: @edbennett.bsky.social and I discuss the history of the annual “Word of the Year” and share a useful Bluesky plug-in to help curate news .facts.https://touchpoint.health/podcast/episode-30-jargon-just-in-time-news-and-juxtapositions/

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