Artificial Intelligence, Policies, Interview
Staff Researcher
AI, Cultural Appropriation, and the Orange ...

In this interview, we talk with AMT Lab Contributor Christine Rivera about her research in AI, cultural appropriation, and orange economies. Christine is a second-year Master of Arts Management student at Carnegie Mellon University. With three decades of experience as a professional  actor, she has performed extensively on stages across the United States as well as  commercials and independent films. She has also worked as a director and  producer for stage and film, with two short films currently in development. Passionate about artists’ rights,  Christine is dedicated to being a resource and advocate for artists nationwide.

AI, Cultural Appropriation, and the Orange Economy: An Interview with Christine Rivera
Artificial Intelligence, Social Media, Podcast
Ian Hawthorne
Let's Talk: Tech Disruptions and New Policies ...

As we step into a new year and a new presidential administration, the media and technology landscape faces some significant shifts. While AI companies partner with major media outlets to train their models, social media platforms make changes that leave users in seeking decentralized platforms. In this Let’s Talk episode of the Tech in the Arts Podcast, AMT Lab’s Lead Researcher, Ian Hawthorne, and Chief Editor, Hannah Brainard, dive into the latest headlines.

Let's Talk: Tech Disruptions and New Policies in the Media Industry
News & Announcements, Podcast
Staff Researcher
Let's Talk: Makers, Buyers, and AI in the ...

What are the latest AI-powered tools transforming the market for art and cultural goods? In this Let’s Talk episode of the Tech in the Arts podcast, AMT Lab’s Executive Director, Dr. Brett Ashley Crawford, and Lead Researcher, Ian Hawthorne, explore cutting-edge platforms like NALA, Blendbox, Spines, and Encore—and how these innovations are reshaping the way we create and consume art. 

Let's Talk: Makers, Buyers, and AI in the Marketplace
Management, Podcast, Interview
Ian Hawthorne
Nonprofit Financial Management Software with ...

In this episode of Tech in the Arts, AMT Lab Lead Researcher Ian Hawthorne sits down with Stewart Urist, General Manager of the Pittsburgh Public Theater, to discuss their transition to Sage Intacct, a cloud-based financial management software. They delve into the challenges of migrating from a legacy system, the benefits of automation and AI in financial processes, and how tools like Sage can empower nonprofit organizations to streamline operations and improve budget transparency. Whether you’re considering a software transition or just curious about nonprofit financial management, this episode offers valuable insights for organizations of all sizes.

Nonprofit Financial Management Software with Stewart Urist
Entertainment, Podcast, Interview
Jinghong Gong
Navigating Media, Legal Tech, and Public ...

In this episode of the Tech in the Arts podcast, Keith Eich shares insights from his career journey with AMT Lab’s Technology Manager, Jinghong Gong, exploring his experience at NBCUniversal, the founding of Hulu, and his transition from media to legal tech and public service.

Navigating Media, Legal Tech, and Public Service with Keith Eich

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AI, Cultural Appropriation, and the Orange Economy: An Interview with Christine Rivera

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AI, Cultural Appropriation, and the Orange Economy: An Interview with Christine Rivera

In this interview, we talk with AMT Lab Contributor Christine Rivera about her research in AI, cultural appropriation, and orange economies. Christine is a second-year Master of Arts Management student at Carnegie Mellon University. With three decades of experience as a professional  actor, she has performed extensively on stages across the United States as well as  commercials and independent films. She has also worked as a director and  producer for stage and film, with two short films currently in development. Passionate about artists’ rights,  Christine is dedicated to being a resource and advocate for artists nationwide.

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Let's Talk: Tech Disruptions and New Policies in the Media Industry

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Let's Talk: Tech Disruptions and New Policies in the Media Industry

As we step into a new year and a new presidential administration, the media and technology landscape faces some significant shifts. While AI companies partner with major media outlets to train their models, social media platforms make changes that leave users in seeking decentralized platforms. In this Let’s Talk episode of the Tech in the Arts Podcast, AMT Lab’s Lead Researcher, Ian Hawthorne, and Chief Editor, Hannah Brainard, dive into the latest headlines.

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Let’s Talk: AI Policy and Artist Advocacy

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Let’s Talk: AI Policy and Artist Advocacy

What happened to the AI bill SB-1047? And how can artists advocate for themselves amid technological changes? In this Let’s Talk episode of the Tech in the Arts Podcast, AMT Lab’s Chief Editor of Research, Hannah Brainard, and Lead Researcher, Ian Hawthorne, dive into the recent developments in AI policy and its impact on artists.

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Let's Talk: What Are You Giving Permission For?

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Let's Talk: What Are You Giving Permission For?

How is your data being used? And what policies are in place to protect you? In this Let’s Talk episode of the Tech in the Arts Podcast, AMT Lab’s Executive Director and Publisher, Dr. Brett Ashley Crawford, and Chief Editor of Research, Hannah Brainard, dive into the latest headlines.

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Ghostbots & Griefbots: The Morality of Digital Permanence

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Ghostbots & Griefbots: The Morality of Digital Permanence

In this episode, Liz and Summer Social Media Manager Maraika Lumholdt speak with Jacob Gursky, privacy engineering student at Carnegie Mellon University, about Ghostbots, Griefbots, and their role in the Arts. The conversation covers the complexity of these digital creations, how they are used in different settings, and their morality.

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Let's Talk: Sustainability in the Entertainment Industry

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Let's Talk: Sustainability in the Entertainment Industry

Victoria is joined by AMT Lab contributor Georgia Calawerts, to discuss the environmental footprint of the film industry and the steps entertainment companies can take to decrease their carbon footprint. Conversations touch on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), carbon offsetting versus net-zero emissions, the environmental impact of a single episode of television, what some companies are doing to counteract their effect on the environment, and what others can learn from these efforts.

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Exploring the Place for Problematic Monuments: A Conversation with Kirk Savage

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Exploring the Place for Problematic Monuments: A Conversation with Kirk Savage

In this episode, Angela has a conversation with Kirk Savage, a world-renowned University of Pittsburgh professor of Art History who has committed his life to the study and writing of public monuments. The discussion touches on the problematic aspects of public monuments, their contribution to historical erasure, and how we as a society and industry should consider handling the controversy of removing and storing these statues.

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Let's Talk: Open Letter to PBS, the SVOG Application Portal, and Using Social Media for Critical Communication

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Let's Talk: Open Letter to PBS, the SVOG Application Portal, and Using Social Media for Critical Communication

In this month’s Let’s Talk episode, Angela Johnson and B Crittenden discuss the BIPOC-led filmmaker collective, Beyond Inclusion, and their letter to PBS concerning its overreliance on Ken Burns to the detriment of filmmakers of color. They also cover the Small Business Association’s Shuttered Venue Operators Grant application process and the pros and cons of using social media as a communication pathway for critical information.

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What the .Org Domain Sale Would Mean for Nonprofits: Jacqueline Lipton and Rick Lane

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What the .Org Domain Sale Would Mean for Nonprofits: Jacqueline Lipton and Rick Lane

In this interview episode, Alyssa and Mikayla talk (over Zoom) with Jacqueline Lipton, Professor of Law and Legal Writing at the University of Pittsburgh, and Rick Lane, the CEO of Iggy Ventures, LLC, about the potential sale of the .org domain, which was still pending approval at the time of this recording in late March. This would have heavily impacted nonprofits, which is discussed in this episode, and while the .org domain is no longer for sale, a dialogue to rebuild trust has taken place and is still circulating.

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Let's Talk: Data Privacy, the Clearview AI app, and Facial Recognition In The News

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Let's Talk: Data Privacy, the Clearview AI app, and Facial Recognition In The News

In this month’s episode of Let’s Talk series, Alyssa and Grace discuss facial recognition technology, concerns in data privacy with the Clearview AI app, and general technology policy. Learn how these trending topics can impact arts management.