Think Acoustics, Not Optics: How Sound Will Transform Leaders

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Guest: Brad Diskin, CEO of SGI AI can see. But can it hear ? Meet Brad Diskin, CEO of Sound Genetics Inc. (SGI), the company teaching machines to listen. In this interview with host Maureen Metcalf, you’ll explore how acoustic intelligence is transforming security, leadership, and innovation across industries. From detecting deepfakes and authenticating human voices to predicting infrastructure failures and even diagnosing disease through audio patterns, SGI’s technology is expanding how leaders think about AI, risk, and trust. Here's what Brad and Maureen cover: How “sound DNA” is transforming authentication, fraud prevention, and cybersecurity Why AI’s next frontier isn’t vision; it’s hearing What “digital audio imaging” means for infrastructure, health, and smart cities The leadership mindset required to responsibly integrate next-generation AI. Other episodes you'll enjoy: - Fear Less, Shine More: Build Confidence in Your Leadership (and Life) with Tonjia Coverdale - To Stop a Tyrant: The Power of Followers with Ira Chaleff - Forget Power: How to Lead in a World of Chaos & Complexity with Michelle Harrison For daily wisdom from our guests, be sure to