A shocking headline about SXSW’s music portion set the internet buzzing. Are big festivals on the decline, or are they simply evolving? Tune in as we break down the changes. In the Let’s Talk episode of Tech in the Arts, AMT Lab’s Podcaster Producer, Jinghong Gong, and Social Media Manager, Sofia Akhmanaeva, discuss the latest headlines.
Building Embodied Experience in Design and the Arts with Stephen Neely
In this episode of Tech in the Arts, Dr. Stephen Neely, associate professor at Carnegie Mellon University's School of Music, talks with the Sofia Akhmanaeva, AMT Lab’s Social Media and Marketing Coordinator. They discuss eurhythmics, a century-old practice focusing on the bodily engagement of music, and how these principles extend to modern interaction design. The conversation delves into the evolution of design practices and the need for a more holistic, user-centric approach in the digital age.
Let's Talk: Streaming 2.0, the Music Industry, and Culture Shifts
How will Spotify’s new “Streaming 2.0” deal with Universal Music Group reshape the music industry? How have music streaming platforms impacted culture and its artists? In this “Let’s Talk” episode of AMT Lab’s Tech in the Arts podcast, Podcast Producer Jinghong Gong and Lead Researcher Ian Hawthorne discuss the latest headlines and newly released books that are shaping the music landscape.
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.
Let's Talk: Makers, Buyers, and AI in the Marketplace
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.
Nonprofit Financial Management Software with Stewart Urist
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.
Navigating Media, Legal Tech, and Public Service with Keith Eich
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.
