Humanitarian Frontiers
The "Humanitarian Frontiers" podcast series explores how cutting-edge technologies like AI and Edge Tech are fundamentally transforming global aid, featuring deep-dive conversations with innovators, policymakers, and industry leaders. Each season—such as 'Humanitarian Frontiers in AI' and 'Humanitarian Frontiers on the Edge'—delivers essential insights into the strategies, challenges, and ethical considerations for deploying scalable tech solutions in complex humanitarian environments.
Episodes
11 episodes
Humanitarian Frontiers on the Edge Trailer
Get Ready! New Season Launches in 2026!
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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0:50
Where to Next?
During the tenth and final episode of Humanitarian Frontiers in AI, we discuss how the changes we have seen in the past year might influence the year to come. This broad conversation covers tech advancements and adoptions in the humanitarian se...
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Episode 10
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41:43
3Ps: Policy, Product, Pragmatism: You Only Know What You Know
What happens when the worlds of policy, product development, and pragmatic decision-making collide in the race to create responsible AI? In this episode of Humanitarian Frontiers in AI, we are joined by a panel of experts, Sabrina Shih, Hadassa...
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Episode 9
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47:08
AI Regulations: Trickling up, Pouring Down, or Nowhere to Be Seen?
Who sets the rules for AI and who gets left behind? In this episode of Humanitarian Frontiers in AI, we’re joined by Gabrielle Tran, Senior Analyst at the Institute for Security and Technology (IST), and Richard Mathenge, Co-founder of Techwork...
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Episode 8
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44:34
The Donor Dilemma: Risk Tolerance, Innovation and Responsibility
How do donors balance risk, responsibility, and innovation in the evolving humanitarian sector? In this episode of Humanitarian Frontiers in AI, we welcome leading voices from the donor landscape Therese Marie Uppstrøm Pankratov, Special...
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Episode 7
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55:43
Nowhere To Go but Up: Future Trends of AI Use in the Humanitarian Sector
As the humanitarian sector navigates significant transformation, AI is emerging as an essential tool, but how do we ensure it is used effectively, ethically, and at scale? In this episode of Humanitarian Frontiers in AI, we welcome Nana Gamkrel...
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Episode 6
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46:52
Aid and Algorithms: Demystifying LLMs
What does it actually take to use LLMs? We may see the prompt center and receive a beautiful answer or use a WhatsApp chatbot and have an informative conversation, but the reality is that there’s a lot that goes on in the background. There are ...
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Episode 5
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57:50
Peering Through the Data Scope: Uncovering the Unknown
How can humanitarian organizations harness the power of AI while safeguarding data and ensuring ethical use? In this episode, hosts Nasim Motalebi and Chris Hoffman are joined by experts Jeff Wagg and Matthew Harris to demystify the complexitie...
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Episode 4
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49:10
Ethics and Responsibility from 30,000 Feet
Are we ready to let AI drive humanitarian solutions or are we rushing toward an ethical disaster? In this episode of Humanitarian Frontiers in AI, host Chris Hoffman is joined by AI experts Emily Springer, Mala Kumar, and Suzy Madigan to tackle...
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Episode 3
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57:29
Where to Start with Strategy?
Implementing a successful AI strategy for your social enterprise may seem overwhelming, but with the right support, the results can be transformative. In today’s conversation, hosts Nasim Motalebi and Chris Hoffman sit down with Juriaan Lahr an...
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Episode 2
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51:30
Strategic Implications of AI in Humanitarian Work
How should we think strategically about AI, address its emerging challenges, and approach solutions with realistic expectations? In the inaugural episode of Humanitarian Frontiers in AI, hosts Nasim Motalebi and Chris Hoffman are joined by Mich...
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Episode 1
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53:11