When Tech Meets Ed with Prof. Jie Ren

When Tech Meets Ed with Prof. Jie Ren explores how technology— especially AI—is transforming society, education, and the future of work. Through thoughtful conversations with diverse guests from across industries and cultures, the podcast examines technology, not just as a tool, but as a powerful force shaping our skills, identities, values, and collective future.

When Tech Meets Ed with Prof. Jie Ren is a education podcast hosted by Prof. Jie Ren, with 13 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Prof. Jie Ren hosts When Tech Meets Ed with Prof. Jie Ren, a education show with 13 episodes published.

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  Episode #13

  AI & the Environment from a Legal Perspective

  Sep 18, 20261h 11m

  In this NYC Climate Week special series of When Tech Meets Ed with Prof. Jie Ren, Prof. Jie Ren speaks with Dr. Adam Orford, a Fordham University law professor and expert in environmental law, about the environmental challenges of AI. They discuss how laws and regulations shape technological innovation, the environmental impact of AI infrastructure such as data centers, and how policymakers can balance AI development with environmental sustainability. Host and Executive Producer: Jie Ren Producer: Olakunle Davies Additional Production: Victoria Ilano, Jeffrey Haynes Cover Art: Paola Curcio-Kleinman Artwork: "Emotion and Logic" by Jie Ren Marketing: Paola Curcio-Kleinman Music: ”The Epic Hero” by Keys of Moon

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  Episode #12

  Fashion Modeling in the Age of AI

  Sep 10, 202627 min

  In this NYC Fashion Week special episode of When Tech Meets Ed with Prof. Jie Ren, Prof. Jie Ren speaks with Yiran (Joy) Guo, a fashion model and Yale computer science graduate, about fashion modeling in the age of AI. They discuss Joy's journey into modeling, her experiences at NYC Fashion Week, the rise of AI-generated models and digital avatars, and how AI is reshaping opportunities for models, designers, and the broader fashion industry. The conversation also explores the future of modeling and the importance of thinking outside the box when pursuing new opportunities. Host and Executive Producer: Jie Ren Producer: Olakunle Davies Additional Production: Victoria Ilano, Jeffrey Haynes Cover Art: Paola Curcio-Kleinman Artwork: "Emotion and Logic" by Jie Ren Marketing: Paola Curcio-Kleinman Music: ”The Epic Hero” by Keys of Moon

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  Episode #11

  AI Deployment at Multinational Organizations

  Aug 10, 202632 min

  In this episode of When Tech Meets Ed, Prof. Jie Ren speaks with Jorge Martinez Navarrete, an Information Technology Officer at the United Nations, about the complexities of deploying AI in large, multinational organizations. They explore his career journey, experiences implementing technology systems, and the evolving policies and governance frameworks that guide tech deployment. The conversation highlights how AI differs from traditional systems, its impact on organizational operations, varying levels of adoption across departments, and key challenges such as data privacy and the choice between open- and closed-source solutions. The episode also offers practical advice for students preparing to enter the workforce in the age of AI. Host and Executive Producer: Jie Ren Producers: Olakunle Davies, Hector Madera Jr. Additional Production: Victoria Ilano, Jeffrey Haynes Cover Art: Paola Curcio-Kleinman Artwork: "Emotion and Logic" by Jie Ren Marketing: Paola Curcio-Kleinman Music: ”The Epic Hero” by Keys of Moon

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  Episode #10

  Looking at Technology Through the Consequence Lens with Dr. Mark Silver

  Jul 8, 202645 min

  In this episode of When Tech Meets Ed, Prof. Jie Ren sits down with Dr. Mark Silver to explore technology through what he calls "The Consequence Lens." Together, they discuss how technological advancements, from past digital transformations to today's AI, shape and are shaped by both individual behavior and society at large. The conversation highlights the active role users play in adopting and employing technology and examines the trade-offs between benefits and (often unintended) negative consequences, such as privacy violations. Drawing on real-world examples, they offer practical insights and guidance for students and professionals to think more critically about the broader implications of the technologies they use and how they use them. Host and Executive Producer: Jie Ren Producer: Olakunle Davies Additional Production: Victoria Ilano, Jeffrey Haynes Cover Art: Paola Curcio-Kleinman Artwork: "Emotion and Logic" by Jie Ren Marketing: Paola Curcio-Kleinman Music: ”The Epic Hero” by Keys of Moon

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  Episode #9

  AI & Cybersecurity

  Jun 23, 202638 min

  In this episode, Prof. Jie Ren is joined by cybersecurity expert Dr. Shoufu Luo to explore the evolving intersection of AI and cybersecurity, particularly in detection and response. They discuss how AI is used in both defensive and offensive contexts across industries, the growing role of social engineering and human factors, whether AI can replace human judgment in security, and how students can prepare for cybersecurity careers in the age of AI. Host and Executive Producer: Jie Ren Producer: Olakunle Davies Additional Production: Victoria Ilano, Jeffrey Haynes Cover Art: Paola Curcio-Kleinman Artwork: "Emotion and Logic" by Jie Ren Marketing: Paola Curcio-Kleinman Music: ”The Epic Hero” by Keys of Moon

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