In this episode of The Augmented Life, host Michael J.J. Tiffany sits down with tech visionary Robert Scoble to explore the cutting edge of human augmentation. From brain-computer interfaces to AI companions, they discuss how technology is reshaping our lives and capabilities. Robert shares insights from decades in Silicon Valley and offers practical advice for navigating our AI-powered future.TIMESTAMPS:00:49 Robert's background in Silicon Valley and as Apple's "first child laborer"

02:19 Early brain-computer interfaces and the difference between novelty and usefulness

10:05 How to keep adapting to new technology as you age

23:39 The importance of salience and tacit knowledge in AI interactions

27:32 Effective prompting techniques for enhancing AI conversations

32:50 How AI is transforming medical care and therapy sessions

42:00 "AI-first living" and using artificial intelligence for everyday decisions

47:04 Why you should record family history and recipes for future AI systems

51:29 AR-guided task completion and the future of human augmentation